WARDJet X-5 5-Axis Waterjet Cutting System
Key Specifications
Table Options
Tilt Head
Pump Options
Positioning Speed
Positioning Accuracy
Abrasive System
Overview
The WARDJet X-5 is a 5-axis waterjet cutting system engineered for aerospace, automotive, and defense manufacturers requiring taper-free contour cutting and compound bevel profiles in a versatile production platform. WARDJet's IntelliCAM software with 5-axis kinematic simulation enables programming of complex bevel cuts without manual calculation of head tilt angles. The X-5 is available in table sizes from 4x4 to 10x20 feet and accepts either 60K or 90K PSI pump packages from KMT, Flow, or Hypertherm. The A-Jet 5-axis tilting head provides ±60 degree tilt range for extreme bevel cuts. WARDJet builds all machines in Tallmadge, Ohio with US-made components and provides rapid parts supply through their direct factory service model. The X-5 is commonly used for aerospace composite trimming, stone countertop beveling, and defense armor plate cutting.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Table Options | 4x4 ft to 10x20 ft |
| Tilt Head | A-Jet 5-axis (±60 degrees) |
| Pump Options | KMT or Hypertherm 60K or 90K PSI |
| Positioning Speed | Up to 35 m/min (rapid) |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.05 mm |
| Abrasive System | Precision abrasive metering (optional auto-fill) |
| Control | WARDJet IntelliCAM with 5-axis kinematics |
| Construction | US-built steel welded gantry |
| Max Cutting Height | Unlimited (adjustable Z with gantry clearance) |
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- US-built with rapid factory parts support from Tallmadge, Ohio
- IntelliCAM 5-axis programming simulates complex bevel and contour cuts
- ±60 degree tilt head for extreme bevel cutting applications
- Wide pump flexibility (KMT or Hypertherm, 60K or 90K PSI)
- Broad table size range from compact to large-format production
Limitations
- WARDJet less international than OMAX, Flow, or Bystronic in distribution
- IntelliCAM proprietary — not compatible with competitor CAM software
- Price competitive but premium over entry-level systems
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
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Standard waterjet systems cut vertically, which introduces a small taper in the cut edge due to jet divergence. 5-axis systems tilt the jet to compensate for taper, producing a perpendicular cut edge. For bevel cutting (V-grooves, weld prep, countersinks in stone), 5-axis is essential. Aerospace composite trimming often requires following compound beveled trim lines that are geometrically impossible with a vertical jet.
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