Abrasive waterjet cutting is one of the non-traditional cutting processes capable of cutting wide range of hardto-
cut materials. This paper assesses the influence of process parameters on depth of cut which is an important
cutting performance measure in abrasive waterjet cutting of stainless steel. The process variables considered
here include traverse speed, abrasive flow rate, standoff distance and water pressure. Experiments were
conducted in varying these parameters for cutting stainless steel using abrasive waterjet cutting process. In
order to correctly select the process parameters, an empirical model for the prediction of depth of cut in
abrasive waterjet cutting of stainless steel is developed using regression analysis. This developed model has
been verified with the experimental results that reveal a high applicability of the model within the experimental
range used.