At Australian Waterjet Cutting, we’re not just limited to cutting through soft materials like rubber and foam. Our waterjet cutting technology allows us to cut through even the toughest of materials.
These ballistic materials are vital in protecting those who serve our country, and we take great pride in providing precise and reliable cutting services to the defence industry.
We delve into bulletproof materials we have cut with waterjet plus one hot tip you might not have thought of in your defence R&D.
Waterjet cutting Bisalloy components for major tech and defence manufacturer
Australian Waterjet Cutting is proud to have long-standing partnerships with defence industry leaders. We’ve supplied built components and Bisalloy parts to for various defence projects, including a new generation of infantry fighting vehicles.
Here’s 4 different types of materials that our precision waterjet machines have cur for defence clients and projects:
1. Protective, soft armour with Dyneema weave
Dyneema is 15 times stronger than steel at a molecular level but with our waterjet machine, we can cut through it with ease. Even “the world’s strongest fibre” is humbled by waterjet cutting’s capabilities.
With Australian Waterjet Cutting’s state-of-the-art machines, we can effortlessly cut through Dyneema weaves to create the perfect protective gear for our defence clients.
2. Laminated panels for discreet bank ballistic protection
We’ve previously completed cut laminated polycarbonate panels for bulletproof protection in banks.
Waterjet cutting is the superior choice over laser cutting because it won’t produce heat affected zones or leave your panel a gooey mess post-laser.
3. High hardness amour steel with Bis80
High hardness armour are commonplace within both the military and civil sectors, and Australian Waterjet Cutting’s workshop too.
Just like with the laminated panels, defence companies opt for waterjet cutting over laser because our method doesn’t produce heat affected zones. This means your armour isn’t compromised and the ballistic properties necessary to protect the wearer are retained.
4. Attack helicopter interiors with Kevlar and boron carbide
We wouldn’t call ourselves interior designers, but we’ve provided attack helicopters with their interior linings of Kevlar and boron carbide.
Both materials are widely used for ballistic protection in military aircraft.
Deep insights with Australian Waterjet Cutting
It’s not just our machine’s capabilities that set us apart. It’s our unparalleled knowledge base and the 20+ years of experience we have to back it up.
We understand materials like no other. From carpet and carbon logs to titanium and stalactites, we’ve cut it all.
For example, we were able to share our industry knowledge that defence engineers hadn’t even considered. We introduced the concept of welding with magnetism and how it’s important for strong, intact welds.
It’s insights like these that our defence clients receive when they enlist Australian Waterjet Cutting’s services.
How to cut ballistics and bulletproof materials
When it comes to precision cutting of bulletproof materials for defence projects, Australian Waterjet Cutting has the expertise and experience you can trust.
From laminated panels for discreet bank protection to high hard armour steel for military applications, our waterjet cutting technology ensures that the integrity of the material is not compromised, retaining its ballistic properties.
So, if you’re in defence R&D looking for cutting-edge solutions, contact us today to learn more about how we can help you with your next project.
