Machine Comparison
Flow Mach 200c vs Flow Mach 200s
Flow International vs Flow International · CNC Waterjet
Summary
The Flow Mach 200c and Flow Mach 200s are two versions of Flow's Mach 200 waterjet, both with 8 in (203 mm) of Z travel. The 200c is the compact, accessible model for job shops, schools and shops adding waterjet beside laser or plasma. The 200s is aimed at shops running waterjet as their main cutting process on full-size sheet stock.
The Mach 200s is faster, with 1,250 in/min (31.75 m/min) rapids against 500 in/min (12.7 m/min). The Mach 200c lists the tighter positioning accuracy, ± 0.001 in (± 0.025 mm) against ± 0.004 in (± 0.1 mm), and ± 0.001 in repeatability.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Flow Mach 200c | Flow Mach 200s |
|---|---|---|
| Z-Axis Travel | 8 in (203 mm) | 8 in (203 mm) |
| Rapid Traverse | 500 in/min (12.7 m/min) | 1,250 in/min (31.75 m/min) ▲ |
| Positioning Accuracy | ± 0.001 in (± 0.025 mm) ▲ | ± 0.004 in (± 0.1 mm) |
| Repeatability | ± 0.001 in (± 0.025 mm) ▲ | ± 0.002 in/min (± 0.05 mm/m) |
Advantages
Flow Mach 200c
- ± 0.001 in (± 0.025 mm) positioning accuracy against ± 0.004 in (± 0.1 mm)
- ± 0.001 in (± 0.025 mm) listed repeatability
- Compact entry model suited to schools, R&D and shops adding a first waterjet
Flow Mach 200s
- 1,250 in/min (31.75 m/min) rapid traverse against 500 in/min (12.7 m/min)
- Aimed at full-size sheet stock and waterjet as a primary process
Verdict
Same Z travel, different roles. The Mach 200c suits prototyping shops, schools and fabricators adding waterjet as a second process, where its ± 0.001 in positioning accuracy suits precise small parts. The Mach 200s suits shops that run waterjet all day on full sheets of plate, stone and composites, where 1,250 in/min rapids cut the time between features.