This process uses a high-velocity stream of water mixed with fine abrasive particles (typically garnet) to erode material at a microscopic level. Recent advancements in (with diameters as small as 0.2 mm or 0.3 mm) allow for the milling of narrow, controlled-depth channels. Why it’s a Game-Changer for Micro-Channels
The small jet size allows for omnidirectional cutting and intricate patterns with radii as small as 0.1 mm.
Shaping heat-sensitive components and thin-walled aluminum parts prone to distortion.
Dicing microelectronic wafers and machining piezoelectric materials without risk of electrical shorts between layers.
The erosion rate is not constant; it typically decreases as the channel gets deeper. Specialized models are used to predict the final topography for deep channels.
