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  1. 07-31-2009, 02:20 AM #1
    Dropout
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    Cutting 6061 aluminum

    Hi All.

    What is a reasonable cutting speed on a commercial waterjet for 0.080 6061 aluminum?

    Thanks.

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  2. 08-04-2009, 04:42 PM #2
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    90ipm for a decent cut edge on the low side of pump power (30hp). Bigger pumps would be faster.
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  3. 08-04-2009, 11:01 PM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by JakeM View Post
    90ipm for a decent cut edge on the low side of pump power (30hp). Bigger pumps would be faster.
    Thanks
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