AQUA KNIFE : Waterjet Cutter for Food Processing
Waterjet Cutter for Food Processing AQUA KNIFE
Sugino has developed advanced waterjet technology for high-precision food-processing applications, using ultrahigh-pressure water to accurately cut a wide range of food products.
The Mach 2 waterjet delivers clean, consistent cuts in products ranging from hard, frozen cakes to delicate soft sweets such as yokan, improving productivity and supporting flexible, creative product design.
Features
1．User-Friendly Interface
Daily operation is simple and easy for anyone. The interface is designed with usability in mind, adapting to specific operational needs.
Simple Interface
The main screen features only the most frequently used controls for simple, intuitive operation. Detailed settings screens are also available, offering flexibility for different users and applications.
Standard Operation Screen (L)
Advanced Settings Screen (R)
Minimizing cutting Loss
Simply choose from 10 preset shapes, and the nesting function automatically optimizes placement to minimize cutting loss. Options include popular shapes such as hearts and diamonds.
Nesting Screen: Select one shape from 10 preset options
→ Enter the desired size and quantity → Start Cutting
2．Work Efficiency and Easy Cleaning
Designed to reduce the workload of both daily production and cleaning tasks, the system incorporates Sugino’s extensive waterjet expertise and thoughtful engineering throughout.
Slide-type cutting Grid
A proprietary mechanism allows the product-holding grid to slide into position, reducing operator workload.
Removable Catcher Unit
The cutting-accumulation area can be accessed through a small inspection window or by removing the catcher unit entirely, enabling fast, thorough cleaning.
3．Supporting Creative Product Development
By enabling both delicate curves and sharp, precise cuts, waterjet
technology gives pâtissiers, chefs, and designers the freedom to bring
creative ideas to life.
Custom Design Cutting
Once original shape data is registered, the system can repeatedly produce identical shapes in any quantity with consistent, high precision cutting.
Showcasing Ingredients in Vivid Color
High color rendering LEDs display ingredients with vivid, accurate color.
Refined Surface Finish
The specially finished stainless steel surface provides a refined, sophisticated appearance that elevates the workspace and creates
a high-end kitchen environment. (Optional)
Specifications
| Model | CF0604TN |
| Discharge Pressure | 343MPa |
| Nozzle Diameter | φ0.1mm |
| Flow Rate | 0.3L/min |
| Workpiece Dimensions (W × D × H) |
600 × 400 × 100mm |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
Main Unit 1,800 × 800 × 1,800mm |
| Water Supply & Exhaust Unit 840 × 510 × 1,750mm | |
| Dry Weight | Main Unit 1,500kg |
| Water Supply & Exhaust Unit 300kg | |
| Power Supply Capacity | 3-phase 200V 11kVA 10kW 40A |
| Air Supply | Rc 3/8 × 1 port 0.5MPa 100L/min （ANR） |
| Water Supply | Rc 3/8 × 1 port Clean water (potable level) 3L/min or more |
| Exhaust | φ98 × 1 port External piping to the outside is required and must be installed separately. |
Cutting Capacity
| Types of Cuts |  |
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| Shape & Quantity | Rectangles 120×30mm : 65pieces |
40×40mm heart shapes : 232 pieces |
Whole 15cm round cake : 6 slices |
| Target | Frozen cake (Thickness : 35mm) |
Sheet chocolate (Thickness : 1mm) |
Frozen whole cake (Thickness : 50mm) |
| Cutting Time | Approx. 8 min | Approx. 6 min 30 sec | Approx. 1 min |
Cutting Samples
