What Is a SawJet?

A SawJet is a CNC bridge saw that integrates both a rotating cutting blade and a waterjet cutting head onto a single bridge, letting an operator switch between the two cutting methods without repositioning the slab. Donatoni's DJ 6.6 is the clearest example of this idea — a single bridge that combines blade cutting and waterjet cutting for maximum in-process flexibility. (Don't confuse this with the similarly named JET 625, a monobloc bridge saw that pairs blade cutting with an optional second tool mounted on its side — not a waterjet — for a different kind of in-one-setup flexibility.)

Why Combine Blade and Waterjet at All?

Blade cutting is fast and efficient for straight lines and standard mitred cuts. Waterjet cutting, on the other hand, can follow any shape — curves, inlays, intricate profiles — and cuts with essentially zero heat distortion, which matters on delicate or heat-sensitive materials. Traditionally, a shop needing both capabilities had to own two separate machines and move slabs between them. A SawJet eliminates that step.

What a SawJet Is Good For

• Standard cutting: the blade handles the bulk of straight and mitred cuts at full speed, just like a dedicated bridge saw.
• Curved and intricate cuts: the waterjet head takes over for radiused corners, inlay work, sink templates with curves, and decorative profiles the blade can't follow.
• Mixed-material jobs: waterjet cutting isn't limited to stone — it can cut glass, metal, and composites with the same head, useful for shops that take on mixed-material commercial or architectural work.

Floor Space and Workflow Advantage

The practical benefit for most shops isn't just capability — it's floor space and workflow. One monobloc SawJet occupies roughly the footprint of a single bridge saw, instead of two full machines plus the space needed to move slabs between them. For shops with limited square footage, that's often the deciding factor.

Is a SawJet Right for Your Shop?

If your shop occasionally needs waterjet capability but not enough to justify a dedicated 5-axis waterjet system on its own, a combined SawJet configuration is usually the more efficient investment. If waterjet work is a large, steady share of your production, a dedicated waterjet system (like Donatoni's J-Series) may still make more sense on throughput grounds.

The Bottom Line

A SawJet gives a fabrication shop blade-cutting speed and waterjet versatility in one machine footprint. Infiniti Equipment can help you weigh a combined SawJet against a dedicated bridge saw and waterjet setup based on your actual job mix.