OMAX 60120 CNC Waterjet Cutting Machine

$150,000 – $300,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

Cutting Area

60x120 in (1524x3048 mm)

Maximum Thickness

150 mm (6 in) on steel

Pump

OMAX EnduroMax 30 or 50 HP at 55,000 PSI

Positioning Accuracy

±0.025 mm (±0.001 in)

Taper Compensation

Tilt-A-Jet (TAJ) active taper correction

Rapid Traverse

20 m/min (787 in/min)

Overview

The OMAX 60120 is a large-format production waterjet cutting system from OMAX Corporation, a Kent, Washington-based company that pioneered the personal computer-controlled waterjet and remains a leading waterjet innovator. The 60120 designation reflects the 60x120 inch (1524x3048 mm) cutting envelope, with the machine accommodating plates up to 6 inches thick. OMAX machines are distinctive for their use of a direct-drive pump (eliminating the intensifier's hydraulic circuit) and the OMAX Intelli-MAX software, which was the first PC-based waterjet CAM system and remains the industry's most user-friendly programming environment. The OMAX Tilt-A-Jet (TAJ) cutting head compensates for the taper inherent in waterjet cuts by tilting the nozzle to produce square edges on all cut edges, eliminating post-process edge cleanup on precision parts. The 60120 uses OMAX's EnduroMax pump in 30 or 50 HP configurations at 55,000 PSI, positioned as a lower-maintenance alternative to 90,000 PSI intensifier pumps for shops that prioritize uptime and maintenance simplicity over maximum cut speed on the thickest materials.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Cutting Area	60x120 in (1524x3048 mm)
Maximum Thickness	150 mm (6 in) on steel
Pump	OMAX EnduroMax 30 or 50 HP at 55,000 PSI
Positioning Accuracy	±0.025 mm (±0.001 in)
Taper Compensation	Tilt-A-Jet (TAJ) active taper correction
Rapid Traverse	20 m/min (787 in/min)
Cutting Head	MAXJET 5 or TAJ taper-compensating head
Control	OMAX Intelli-MAX Software Suite (PC-based)
Abrasive Flow	0.1 – 0.8 kg/min garnet
Pump Pressure	55,000 PSI (380 MPa)

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Intelli-MAX is the most user-friendly waterjet CAM software in the industry
Tilt-A-Jet active taper correction produces square edges without manual compensation
Direct-drive EnduroMax pump eliminates intensifier hydraulics for lower maintenance
OMAX's 55,000 PSI approach prioritizes reliability over maximum speed
Strong domestic US support network from OMAX's Washington headquarters

Limitations

55,000 PSI pressure is lower than 90,000 PSI competitors — slower on thick material
EnduroMax pump less powerful than 90K PSI systems for fastest aerospace-grade cutting
OMAX tables use a cantilever design on some models that can flex on long X moves
Abrasive consumption is similar to competitors but cut speed advantage is reduced vs 90K systems

Best For

Job shops and metal fabricators seeking user-friendly programming with excellent support Shops cutting material under 3 inches where 55K PSI is sufficient for production speed Educational and technical training facilities needing reliable, easy-to-teach waterjet Prototype and precision parts shops prioritizing accuracy over maximum cut speed

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the Tilt-A-Jet (TAJ) and is it standard on the 60120?

The Tilt-A-Jet is an optional motorized cutting head that tilts the nozzle up to 9 degrees to compensate for waterjet taper, producing square cut edges. It is an add-on to the standard 60120 but is widely specified for precision applications.

02 Why does OMAX use 55,000 PSI instead of 90,000 PSI?

OMAX's engineering position is that 55,000 PSI with their EnduroMax direct-drive pump delivers significantly lower maintenance costs (particularly seal replacement) while achieving 90-95% of the cut speed of 90,000 PSI systems on most common production thicknesses. For shops cutting primarily under 3 inches, the reliability tradeoff favors 55K PSI.

03 What materials can the OMAX 60120 cut?

The 60120 cuts virtually any material: mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, glass, ceramics, stone, composites (CFRP, Kevlar), rubber, plastics, and food products. It cannot cut tempered glass or diamond materials.