Micro-channel Milling Using Abrasive Waterjets ... May 2026

It can machine virtually any material, including high-strength alloys (316L stainless steel), brittle ceramics (PZT), composites, and laminates.

Fabrication of microfluidic channels and texturing of medical implants. MICRO-CHANNEL MILLING USING ABRASIVE WATERJETS ...

Abrasive waterjet (AWJ) technology has evolved beyond heavy-duty industrial cutting into a precise solution, specifically for creating intricate micro-channels in hard-to-machine materials. What is Abrasive Waterjet Micro-Milling? It can machine virtually any material

Shaping heat-sensitive components and thin-walled aluminum parts prone to distortion. including high-strength alloys (316L stainless steel)

Unlike lasers, AWJ is a non-thermal process. It eliminates heat-affected zones (HAZ), preventing thermal distortion or changes in the material's properties.

Milling can be done with the workpiece submerged in water to reduce noise and contain debris. Submerged machining often results in narrower channels due to the surrounding fluid affecting the jet's expansion.