DIY WaterJet Cutter

Wasn't there some post here explaining just WHY the stream is deadly? The post seems to have been deleted, which I think is a shame, because safety is kind of important. It's one of the top three things.

benb said:

Wasn't there some post here explaining just WHY the stream is deadly? The post seems to have been deleted, which I think is a shame, because safety is kind of important. It's one of the top three things.

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It’s deadly because it is high pressure tiny stream of water and particulates that cuts through metal like butter. Human flesh is no match for it.

benb said:

Wasn't there some post here explaining just WHY the stream is deadly?

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Working with ANY machinery is potentially deadly. In this respect the stream is not better or worse than laser, plasma, endmill, saw or any other means of cutting. It is obvious and self explanatory--if machine can cut through chunk of metal it will go through human flesh with ease.

Moreover, with any rotating machines (grinders, mills, drill presses, lathes, saws, etc.) you cannot wear loose sleeves, loose clothing, lint gloves. Also, if you have long hair never come close to those machines with hair loose.

Best, M

Phrazemaster said:

It’s deadly because it is high pressure tiny stream of water and particulates that cuts through metal like butter. Human flesh is no match for it.

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No, losing a finger or even a hand isn't deadly as long as you stop the bleeding. There was something about the "particulates" getting into the bloodstream that's much worse than getting an appendage cut off.

Who said anything about losing a finger or a hand? Could cut through any vital part of you and you’re history. Use your imagination man! 

Interesting point about particulates in the blood stream though.