Non-rotary mining cutter with recessed nozzle insert

摘要

A tool for a mineral winning machine, more usually a plough, has a flat plate-like body with a bore containing a nozzle insert and preferably a hard metal cutting region or blade is also provided on the body. High pressure water is conveyed through the bore and nozzle insert to discharge as a jet which is directed to impinge against the mineral or coal face to effect a cut therein hydraulically. The nozzle insert has its discharge mouth in a protected position inside the body.