Flow Flow Mach 700
Key Specifications
Rapid Traverse
Accuracy
Repeatability
cutting method
max pressure
pump options
Overview
The Flow Mach 700 is Flow International's large-format waterjet cutting system, designed for industries that process oversized plates, panels, and structural components. With table configurations extending up to 5 x 24 meters (16.4 x 78.7 ft), the Mach 700 handles the largest workpieces in any waterjet manufacturer's lineup. This machine targets shipbuilding, structural steel fabrication, heavy equipment manufacturing, and aerospace panel cutting where the sheer scale of parts demands an equally large cutting platform.
The Mach 700 supports Flow's complete pump range from 60,000 PSI (4,150 bar) with HyPlex Prime, MotoJet, and MotoJet X to 94,000 PSI (6,500 bar) with the HyperJet. Five table configurations are available — 4080 (4 x 8 m), 40150 (4 x 15 m), 40240 (4 x 24 m), 5080 (5 x 8 m), and 50240 (5 x 24 m). Linear positional accuracy is +/- 0.038 mm (+/- 0.0015 in) with repeatability of +/- 0.03 mm (+/- 0.001 in). Ballbar circularity is +/- 0.064 mm (+/- 0.0025 in).
Rapid traverse reaches an impressive 36 m/min (1,417 in/min), the fastest in Flow's lineup, enabling efficient head positioning across the massive work envelope. Z-axis travel options of 305 mm (12 in) or 610 mm (24 in) accommodate thick plate cutting and 3D applications. The machine supports Dynamic Waterjet and Dynamic Waterjet XD heads for taper compensation and bevel cutting.
Both FlowMaster and FlowXpert software suites are available. The Mach 700 competes with WardJet XL-Series, OMAX custom large-format systems, and specialized bridge-type waterjet machines. New systems price between $400,000 and $1,200,000 depending on table size and pump configuration. The 50240 configuration — nearly 80 feet long — serves specialized applications in shipbuilding and heavy industrial fabrication where cutting these parts by any other method would require sectioning.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cutting Method | Abrasive waterjet |
| Max Pressure | Up to 94,000 PSI (6,500 bar) with HyperJet |
| Pump Options | HyPlex Prime, MotoJet, MotoJet X (60K PSI), HyperJet (94K PSI) |
| Table Sizes | 4080 (4x8m), 40150 (4x15m), 40240 (4x24m), 5080 (5x8m), 50240 (5x24m) |
| Positioning Accuracy | +/- 0.038 mm (+/- 0.0015 in) |
| Repeatability | ± 0.001 in |
| Ballbar Circularity | ± 0.0025 in |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 36 m/min (1,417 in/min) |
| Acceleration | 0.1 g |
| Z Axis Travel | 12 in, 24 in |
| Cutting Head | Standard, Dynamic Waterjet, or Dynamic Waterjet XD |
| Control Software | FlowMaster or FlowXpert |
| Drive System | AC servo motors with linear guides |
| Rapid Traverse Maximum | 1,417 in/min |
| Linear Positional Accuracy | ± 0.0015 in |
| Work Envelope | Mach 700 4080: 13'-1" x 26'-2"Mach 700 40150: 13'-1" x 49'-2"Mach 700 40240: 13'-1" x 78'-9"Mach 700 5080: 16'-4" x 26'-2"Mach 700 50240: 16'-4" x 78'-9" |
Specifications sourced from flowwaterjet.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Largest work envelopes in the waterjet industry — up to 5 x 24 meters — handle parts that no other waterjet can cut in a single setup
- 36 m/min rapid traverse is the fastest in Flow's lineup, critical for efficient head positioning across massive table areas
- HyperJet 94K PSI compatibility delivers maximum cutting speed on the thick, hard materials common in heavy fabrication
- Multiple table width options (4m and 5m) accommodate different plate sizes and shop floor constraints
- No heat-affected zones on large structural cuts eliminates distortion that thermal cutting methods create on thick plates
- Dynamic Waterjet XD head enables bevel cutting and taper compensation even on large-format production parts
Limitations
- Massive footprint requires dedicated floor space, foundation engineering, and significant facility infrastructure investment
- Price range of $400K-$1.2M limits the Mach 700 to specialized large-format applications that justify the capital investment
- Positioning accuracy of +/- 0.038 mm is adequate for large-format work but less precise than the Mach 500 or NX Pro
- Water management, abrasive handling, and tank maintenance scale proportionally with table size, increasing operating overhead
- Long table configurations (40240, 50240) require specialized installation and may need building modifications
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New Mach 700 systems price between $400,000 and $1,200,000. The 4080 table with standard pump starts around $400,000. Large 50240 configurations with HyperJet 94K PSI pump reach $1,200,000. Installation costs for the largest configurations can add $50,000-$150,000 for foundation, utilities, and water management infrastructure.
02
The largest 50240 configuration provides a 5 x 24 meter (16.4 x 78.7 ft) work envelope. Parts up to approximately 16 feet wide and nearly 80 feet long can be cut in a single setup. For most industrial applications, the 4080 or 40150 configurations handle full-size plate stock without the extreme footprint of the 50240.
03
The Mach 700 offers larger table sizes (up to 5x24m vs 4x8m), faster rapid traverse (36 vs 17.8 m/min), and wider table options (5m vs 4m). The Mach 500 offers tighter positioning accuracy (0.0127 mm vs 0.038 mm). Choose the Mach 700 for large-format work; the Mach 500 for precision on standard-size parts.
04
The Mach 700 requires a reinforced concrete foundation designed for the machine's weight and water tank load. Larger configurations need foundation engineering to handle the combined weight of machine, water, and abrasive. Flow provides foundation specifications during the sales process. Most installations also require dedicated water supply, drainage, and abrasive handling infrastructure.
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