WARDJet E-Series 2040

$90,000 – $145,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

Cutting Area

2,000 x 4,000 mm (79 x 157 in / ~6.6 x 13 ft)

Pump Pressure

Up to 87,000 psi (6,000 bar) — compatible with KMT and other intensifier pumps

Pump Power

30–75 HP depending on selected pump unit

Max Cutting Thickness

Up to 150 mm steel; up to 250 mm soft materials at full pump pressure

Positioning Accuracy

±0.08 mm

Cutting Speed

Up to 6,000 mm/min rapid traverse; material-dependent cutting feed rates

Overview

The WARDJet E-Series 2040 is a mid-format CNC abrasive waterjet cutting system with a 2,000 x 4,000 mm (approximately 6.6 x 13 ft) cutting envelope. Positioned as WARDJet's entry-level to mid-range production platform, the E-Series offers shops a domestically built waterjet solution at a price point accessible to growing job shops and specialty fabricators who have outgrown smaller 5 x 5 ft table formats but do not yet need the full scale of the Z-Series heavy platform.

The E-Series 2040 is built on a welded steel frame with precision linear guides on both X and Y axes. The single-sided X-axis drive uses servo motor and rack-and-pinion actuation to traverse the 4-meter length efficiently, while the Y-axis bridge provides a 2-meter cutting width. The system accommodates high-pressure waterjet pumps from KMT and other manufacturers at pressures up to 87,000 psi, and WARDJet integrates the full system including pump, plumbing, abrasive hopper, and CNC controller as a ready-to-operate package.

The E-Series targets versatile production environments where the range of materials cut is broad — steel, aluminum, stone, glass, rubber, composites — and where a single waterjet machine must serve multiple customer applications. The 2 x 4 meter table handles most standard sheet metal sizes, architectural stone panels, and composite blanks without the overhead cost and footprint of a larger machine. The single-head standard configuration keeps the system affordable, while WARDJet's engineering team can add a second head or ancillary features at order time.

As a U.S.-built system from an Ohio manufacturer, the E-Series 2040 benefits from WARDJet's direct factory support model. Service calls, spare parts, and technical training are all handled by WARDJet's in-house team, which distinguishes the brand from overseas-sourced waterjet tables that may have limited domestic support infrastructure. For shops prioritizing responsive service and a domestically manufactured machine, the E-Series 2040 is a strong contender in the mid-format waterjet category.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Cutting Area	2,000 x 4,000 mm (79 x 157 in / ~6.6 x 13 ft)
Pump Pressure	Up to 87,000 psi (6,000 bar) — compatible with KMT and other intensifier pumps
Pump Power	30–75 HP depending on selected pump unit
Max Cutting Thickness	Up to 150 mm steel; up to 250 mm soft materials at full pump pressure
Positioning Accuracy	±0.08 mm
Cutting Speed	Up to 6,000 mm/min rapid traverse; material-dependent cutting feed rates
Control System	IGEMS CNC software with nesting, taper compensation, and material database
Machine Weight	Approx. 5,500 kg (12,125 lb) excluding pump unit
Manufacturer	Winnebago
Model	Navion 24D
Hours	3,043 h
Lifting Capacity	7,716.19 lb
Mileage	3,043 mi
Fuel Type	Diesel

Specifications sourced from machinio.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

2 x 4 m cutting envelope covers most standard sheet and plate sizes while maintaining an accessible footprint
U.S.-built by WARDJet with direct Ohio factory service and technical support — no overseas parts delays
IGEMS software provides professional-grade nesting, taper compensation, and multi-material cutting capability
Complete system integration — WARDJet supplies pump, plumbing, abrasive system, and CNC as a unified package

Limitations

Single-sided X-axis drive may exhibit slightly more flex over the full 4-meter length compared to dual-drive gantry designs
Pump unit adds to total system footprint and must be located within the high-pressure plumbing distance of the cutting table
Mid-range accuracy specification (±0.08 mm) may not satisfy the tightest aerospace or medical device tolerances without dynamic head upgrade

Best For

Job shops and contract fabricators needing a versatile mid-size waterjet to cut steel, stone, glass, and composites for diverse customers Metal service centers processing standard 4 x 8 ft and 5 x 10 ft sheets who need a domestically supported waterjet solution Growing shops stepping up from a 5 x 5 ft waterjet to a production-scale platform without committing to a full large-format investment

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the WARDJet E-Series and Z-Series?

The E-Series is WARDJet's mid-range platform with a lighter frame, single-sided X-axis drive, and table sizes up to 2 x 4 meters. The Z-Series is a heavier-duty platform with a dual-drive gantry, larger table formats up to 3 x 6 meters, and engineering optimized for multi-head configurations and higher-volume production. The Z-Series commands a significantly higher price reflecting its heavier construction and production capacity.

02 Does the WARDJet E-Series 2040 include IGEMS software?

Yes. WARDJet bundles IGEMS CAD/CAM software with the E-Series 2040 as the standard CNC and programming platform. IGEMS provides nesting, automatic taper compensation, material and quality level cutting speed settings, and DXF/DWG import for part programming. It is well-regarded in the waterjet industry and used by many WARDJet and third-party waterjet customers.

03 Can the WARDJet E-Series 2040 cut stone and tile in addition to metal?

Yes. Abrasive waterjet cuts stone, granite, marble, porcelain tile, ceramics, and other hard non-metallic materials as readily as steel. The E-Series 2040's 2 x 4 m table accommodates large stone panels for architectural and countertop applications. Garnet abrasive is used for all hard material cutting, and cut quality is adjusted by varying feed rate and abrasive flow.