Waterjet cutting machines
TamCut compact industrial waterjet cutting machines
TamCut is a compact industrial waterjet cutting machine for companies that need flexible in-house cutting without investing in a full-size waterjet system. Available in two machine sizes, TamCut 400 and TamCut 1000, the platform brings abrasive and pure waterjet cutting into workshops, laboratories, R&D environments, education and low-volume production.
Both models are built on the same industrial waterjet concept. The main difference is the cutting area.
TamCut overview
Built for professional users, not for hobby benches
TamCut is designed for professional users who need to cut different materials, changing part geometries and small production batches in-house.
It is not a hobby cutter or a desktop gadget. TamCut is compact industrial waterjet technology developed by Muototerä, a Finnish waterjet company with long experience in waterjet cutting, machine building and service.
THE COLD CUTTING PROCESS
No heat-affected zone · no burning · no melting · no material-specific cutting tool.
TamCut can be used for
Prototypes
Single parts
Small batches
Maintenance parts
Gaskets and seals
Test specimens
R&D samples
Production support parts
Mixed-material workshop cutting
MAterials
Metal
Glass
Plastics
Rubber
Stone
Tiles
Composites
Wood
Cartboard
+ many other sheet materials
TWO TAMCUT models
One TamCut platform, two machine sizes
TamCut is available in two compact machine sizes. Both models use the same cutting principle, control philosophy, software workflow and Muototerä support. The main difference is the available cutting area.
Choose the machine size based on your typical part dimensions, available workshop space and production needs.
The smaller model for compact spaces and smaller parts
TamCut 400 is the smaller TamCut model for compact spaces, smaller parts, prototypes, laboratories, education and R&D.
It is well suited for users who need flexible in-house waterjet cutting capability, but do not require a large cutting area.
Key specifications
450 x 400 mm
CUTTING AREA
TamCut 400 is a good choice when compact size, easy placement and material flexibility are more important than maximum cutting length.
typical use cases
Prototypes
Test specimens
Laboratory samples
Small flat parts
Product development parts
Education and technical training
Small maintenance parts
Gaskets, brackets and support pieces
Best fit for tamcut 400
Laboratories
R&D teams
Small workshops
Schools and universities
Product development
Prototype production
Material testing
Companies with limited floor space
More cuttin lenght for workshop and low-volume production
TamCut 1000 offers a larger cutting area for longer parts, workshop use, maintenance teams and low-volume production.
It is designed for users who need more cutting length while still keeping the advantages of a compact industrial waterjet machine.
Key specifications
1050 x 400 mm
CUTTING AREA
TamCut 1000 is a good choice when you need more room for longer parts, broader workshop use and small production batches.
typical use cases
Longer flat parts
Workshop parts
Maintenance components
Fixtures and support plates
Low-volume production
Production support parts
Mixed-material cutting
Prototypes and small batches
Best fit for tamcut 1000
Machine shops
Maintenance teams
Industrial workshops
Low-volume production
Production support
Mixed-material cutting
In-house replacement parts
Companies replacing or reducing subcontracted cutting
Shared platform
What both models have in common
TamCut 400 and TamCut 1000 are based on the same compact industrial waterjet platform.
Both models include
- 2000 bar direct-drive high-pressure pump
- Abrasive waterjet cutting
- Pure waterjet cutting
- Compact enclosed cutting area
- Safety-monitored machine cover
- Machine movement and cutting stop when the cover is opened
- Easy-to-use industrial HMI
- Material-based cutting workflow
- DXF-based cutting program workflow
- Designed and built in Finland
- Direct factory support from Muototerä
- Service and support for European customers
Choosing
Which TamCut size is right for you?
The cutting technology, software philosophy and support model are the same. The choice is mainly about cutting area, part size and available space.
Choose TamCut 400 if
You mainly cut smaller parts
Prototypes, samples or laboratory pieces — where compact size and easy placement come first
Choose TamCut 1000 if
You need more cutting length
Workshop parts, maintenance components, fixtures or low-volume production
Not sure if TamCut can cut your material?
Send us your drawing, material or part idea — we will help evaluate the right TamCut model for your needs.
Technical specifiacations
TamCut 400 and Tamcut 1000 side by side
The technical specifications below give an overview of the TamCut platform. Final configuration may depend on customer requirements, local installation conditions and selected options.
| Specification | TamCut 400 | TamCut 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting area | 450 × 400 x 50 mm | 1050 × 400 x 50 mm |
| Cutting process | Abrasive waterjet / pure waterjet | Abrasive waterjet / pure waterjet |
| High-pressure pump | 5,5 kW; 2000 bar direct-drive pump | 5,5 kW; 2000 bar direct-drive pump |
| Footprint excl. HMI | 1050 x 850 mm | 1665 x 850 mm |
| Operating pressure | approx. 1950 bar | approx. 1950 bar |
| Empty weight | 520 kg | 600 kg |
| Typical focusing tube / orifice | 1.02 / 0,25 mm | 1.02 / 0,25 mm |
| Abrasive type | 120 mesh garnet | 120 mesh garnet |
| Typical abrasive consumption | approx. 300 g/min | approx. 300 g/min |
| Pure water flow | approx. 1.2 l/min | approx. 1.2 l/min |
| Positioning accuracy | ±0.08 mm | ±0.08 mm |
| Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Traverse speed | up to 1300 mm/min | up to 1300 mm/min |
| Electrical supply | 400 V, 3-phase | 400 V, 3-phase |
| Required fuse size | typically 16 A | typically 16 A |
| Inlet water pressure | 4–6 bar | 4–6 bar |
| Required water supply | approx. 10 l/min | approx. 10 l/min |
| Drainage | floor-level drain recommended | floor-level drain recommended |
| Control system | Industrial controller with browser-based HMI | Industrial controller with browser-based HMI |
| Program transfer | USB | USB |
| Machine cover | Safety-monitored cover | Safety-monitored cover |
| Manufacturer | Muototerä Oy, Finland | Muototerä Oy, Finland |
Installation requirements
Easier to install than a full-size system, but still a real industrial machine
TamCut is designed to make industrial waterjet cutting easier to install than a full-size waterjet system, but it is still a real industrial machine and requires proper utilities.
Please note
A layout drawing and connection requirements are provided before installation.
Typical installation requirements:
400 V, 3-phase electrical supply
Water supply according to specification
Drainage near the machine
Floor load capacity >1000 kg/m2
Straightness of the floor: max 10 mm difference
Room temperature suitable for industrial equipment
Space around the machine for operation and maintenance
Delivery route requires a minimum clearance of 870 mm
Software & HMI
A simple operator workflow on an industrial control system
The HMI is browser-based and runs on a standard PC used as the operator terminal. The PC is not the machine controller. Machine control is handled by a dedicated industrial control system.
This gives TamCut a simple, reliable and hardware-independent user interface while keeping the actual machine control on an industrial platform.
THE GOAL
The goal is to make industrial waterjet cutting usable in everyday workshop work without making the control system unnecessarily complicated.
Simple workflow from drawing to cut part
1
Create or import the drawing
The cutting geometry is prepared from a drawing, typically based on DXF geometry.
2
Create the cutting program
From Muototerä you will get all necessary programs to create cutting programs from DXF files. Separate CAD /CAM modules available as an option if needed.
3
Transfer the program to TamCut
Cutting programs are transferred to the machine by USB.
4
Check values
With Muototerä’s software, you’ll get cutting parameters automatically. You can change them on the fly if better quality of faster cutting is needed
5
Prepare the machine
Place the material on the cutting table. Set zero point according to your material and adjust the cutting height.
6
Start cutting
Close the cover and go! TamCut cuts the part with abrasive waterjet or pure water, depending on the material and application.
7
Remove the finished part
After cutting, the finished part is removed and the next job can be prepared.
Industrial HMI, made for practical use
TamCut’s user interface is designed for practical workshop use. The HMI focuses on the essential functions needed for everyday cutting:
Program selection
Material and cutting quality selection
Machine status
Cutting preparation
Start and stop functions
Basic operating information
Alarms and messages
Service and maintenance information
The user interface is designed to be clear for operators, while the machine itself is controlled by an industrial automation system.
Program creation from DXF
TamCut is intended for 2D cutting of flat parts. Cutting programs are created from DXF-based geometry. This makes the workflow suitable for:
Flat parts
Holes and openings
Internal contours
Prototype geometries
Maintenance parts
Gaskets and seals
Fixtures and support plates
Test specimens
Small batch production
Please Note
TamCut is not intended for 3D cutting, robotic trimming or 5-axis waterjet applications.
Key Design principles
Compact size, industrial thinking
TamCut is compact, but it is designed as a real industrial waterjet cutting machine. The platform combines practical workshop usability with Muototerä’s long experience in waterjet technology.
- Compact footprint
- Enclosed cutting area
- Simple operator workflow
- Industrial control system
- Practical access for maintenance
- Abrasive and pure water capability
- Support from real waterjet specialists
- Suitable for professional environments
The Company
Built by Muototerä in Finland
TamCut is developed and built by Muototerä, a Finnish waterjet company founded in 1953.
Muototerä has worked with waterjet technology since 1987 and uses waterjet cutting in its own production. The company also builds industrial waterjet systems, services waterjet machines and supports customers in demanding cutting applications.
This experience is built into TamCut.
TamCut is not just a software-first machine concept. It is industrial waterjet know-how in a compact form.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about TamCut, from compatible materials and cutting applications to model differences and typical use cases. Find quick answers to the most common questions about waterjet cutting with TamCut.
TamCut can cut many materials, including metals, glass, plastics, rubber, stone, tiles, composites, wood, cardboard and foam materials. Material suitability depends on thickness, structure, geometry and required edge quality.
Yes. TamCut can cut steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass, copper, titanium and other abrasive waterjet-suitable metals.
Yes. TamCut is well suited for cutting gaskets, seals, rubber sheets and elastomer materials, especially when shapes vary or dedicated die cutting tools are not practical.
TamCut is suitable for prototypes, single parts, small batches, maintenance parts, R&D, laboratories and production support. It is not intended to replace high-volume mass production cutting systems.
TamCut 400 is the more compact model for smaller parts, laboratories, education and prototyping. TamCut 1000 offers a larger cutting area for longer parts, workshops and low-volume production.
TamCut is built by Muototerä, a Finnish waterjet company founded in 1953 with waterjet expertise since 1987.
Contact us
Not sure which TamCut model fits your needs?
Send us your drawing, material or part idea. Our waterjet specialists will help evaluate which TamCut model is suitable for your application.
Choose TamCut 400
when compact size and smaller part cutting are the priority
Choose TamCut 1000
when longer parts and broader workshop use are required