Advantages of abrasive jet machining
- Suitable for removal of deposits on surface
- Wide range of surface finish can be obtained
- Process is independent of electrical or thermal properties
- No thermal damage of workpiece
- Suitable for nonconductive brittle materials
- Low capital investment
Disadvantages of abrasive jet machining
- Not suitable for soft and ductile materials
- Abrasives are not reusable
- Abrasive collection and disposal are problematic
- Inaccurate cutting and drilling (stray cutting)
- Limited nozzle life
