VT machining offers CNC Waterjet Cutting for 316L Stainless Steel (UNS S31603 / 1.4404), typically supplied annealed. Low-carbon 316 for welded and implant-grade parts.
CNC Waterjet Cutting Notes for 316L Stainless Steel
Waterjet cutting leaves 316L Stainless Steel with no heat-affected zone, which matters when later machining or welding follows.
For estimating, a 100 × 100 × 10 mm block of 316L Stainless Steel weighs about 0.80 kg.
Process Data for CNC Waterjet Cutting 316L Stainless Steel
| Cutting speed at 10 mm | ~110 mm/min |
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| Cutting speed at 25 mm | ~34 mm/min |
| Profile tolerance | ±0.1 mm; edge taper <0.05 mm with taper compensation |
| Heat-affected zone | None |
Typical values for 316L Stainless Steel, Annealed; confirmed on the first part.
Full material data for 316L Stainless Steel (UNS S31603 / 1.4404) is on the CNC Laser Cutting 316L Stainless Steel page.
More on CNC Waterjet Cutting Stainless Steel
Finishing options, quality documentation and general cnc waterjet cutting guidance for all stainless steel grades are on our CNC Waterjet Cutting Stainless Steel page.
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Quoting CNC Waterjet Cutting 316L Stainless Steel
Send a STEP/IGES model or PDF drawing, confirm 316L Stainless Steel and its condition (we usually see it supplied annealed), the quantity, critical tolerances and any finish or certificate requirements.
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Request a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
What tolerances can you hold for CNC Waterjet Cutting 316L Stainless Steel?
Achievable tolerances for 316L Stainless Steel cutting depend on the alloy, geometry and feature size. Laser cutting holds contour tolerances to around ±0.05 mm depending on thickness. Exact figures are confirmed against your drawing callouts.
Why is 316L Stainless Steel a good choice for CNC Waterjet Cutting?
316L Stainless Steel is corrosion resistant, strong and hygienic, which makes it well suited to CNC Waterjet Cutting. We tune the process to the alloy so the finished 316L Stainless Steel cutting part meets your dimensional and functional requirements.
How clean are the edges produced by CNC Waterjet Cutting on 316L Stainless Steel?
Laser cutting leaves 316L Stainless Steel with a narrow kerf and a clean, near burr-free edge and only a small heat-affected zone.
What is the typical lead time and minimum order for CNC Waterjet Cutting 316L Stainless Steel?
CNC Waterjet Cutting prototypes for 316L Stainless Steel can be produced quickly and scaled to series production. Send your drawing and quantity and we will advise lead time and any minimum order.