Industrial CNC Machine Directory

Flow International Mach 700

$500,000 – $1,200,000 Updated 2026-03-17
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Key Specifications

Cutting Area

Up to 12,192 x 4,064 mm (configurable)

Pump Pressure

Up to 94,000 psi (6,480 bar) HyperJet; 60,000 psi standard

Pump Power

37 – 75 kW (pump dependent)

Max Cutting Thickness

305 mm steel (pressure and material dependent)

Positioning Accuracy

±0.075 mm

Cutting Speed

Up to 6,000+ mm/min (material dependent)

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Overview

The Flow International Mach 700 is a large-format industrial waterjet cutting system built for high-production environments that demand maximum cutting area, reliability, and throughput. With a scalable cutting envelope up to 12 x 4 m and Flow's Hyper Pressure technology operating at 94,000 psi (6,480 bar), the Mach 700 represents one of the most capable waterjet platforms available for processing thick plate metals, stone, glass, and advanced composites.

Flow pioneered ultra-high-pressure (UHP) waterjet cutting, and the Mach 700 reflects decades of refinement in that technology. The machine's patented HyperJet pump delivers higher cutting speeds compared to conventional 60,000 psi systems — in many materials, speed gains of 50% or more are achievable. This directly translates to lower per-part costs and higher machine utilization in production environments. The Dynamic Waterjet XD cutting head includes an active taper compensation system that adjusts the stream angle in real time to eliminate taper and achieve square edges on thick materials.

The Mach 700's bridge-style gantry is constructed from precision-machined aluminum extrusions on a welded steel base, balancing stiffness with the low inertia needed for fast, accurate motion at speed. Linear encoders on all axes provide closed-loop position feedback, achieving positioning accuracy of ±0.075 mm across the full table travel. The integrated FlowCUT software handles CAM, nesting, and cut optimization in a single environment, with automatic lead-in/lead-out generation and material database lookup.

The Mach 700 is deployed globally across aerospace primes, heavy fabrication shops, and custom architecture/cladding manufacturers. Flow's worldwide service network and parts availability support uptime requirements in critical production environments.

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Full Specifications

Parameter Value
Cutting Area Up to 12,192 x 4,064 mm (configurable)
Pump Pressure Up to 94,000 psi (6,480 bar) HyperJet; 60,000 psi standard
Pump Power 37 – 75 kW (pump dependent)
Max Cutting Thickness 305 mm steel (pressure and material dependent)
Positioning Accuracy ±0.075 mm
Cutting Speed Up to 6,000+ mm/min (material dependent)
Control System FlowCUT CNC software on Windows with FlowMaster controller
Machine Weight Approx. 18,000 – 30,000 kg (size dependent)
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Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

  • HyperJet 94,000 psi option delivers up to 50% faster cutting than standard 60,000 psi systems
  • Scalable cutting area up to 12 x 4 m handles the largest industrial plate formats
  • Dynamic Waterjet XD taper compensation produces square edges in thick materials
  • Integrated FlowCUT CAM software simplifies programming and nesting

Limitations

  • High-end pricing is a significant capital investment requiring ROI justification
  • Ultra-high pressure plumbing increases maintenance complexity and consumable costs
  • Large footprint requires substantial facility space and structural preparation
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Best For

Aerospace and defense manufacturers cutting titanium, Inconel, and thick composites Heavy fabrication shops processing large steel and aluminum plate Architectural cladding and stonework companies processing full-slab formats
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Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is Flow's HyperJet technology and how does it differ from standard 60,000 psi systems?

Flow's HyperJet technology operates at up to 94,000 psi (6,480 bar) compared to the industry-standard 60,000 psi. The higher pressure creates a faster, more energetic waterjet stream that cuts at significantly higher speeds — typically 40–60% faster on metals and composites. This reduces cost per part and increases machine throughput, though HyperJet pumps require more frequent seal and component inspection.

02 Can the Mach 700 be configured for 5-axis cutting?

Yes. The Mach 700 supports Flow's Dynamic Waterjet XD head, which provides active A and B axis control for bevel cutting, countersinks, and 3D contouring. The 5-axis capability integrates with FlowCUT software for automatic taper compensation and complex part programming without additional manual calculations.

03 What nesting software is included with the Mach 700?

The Mach 700 ships with FlowCUT, Flow International's proprietary CAM and nesting software. FlowCUT includes automatic nesting algorithms, a material and cut parameter database, lead-in/lead-out generation, and post-processor output for the FlowMaster controller. Third-party CAM software can also be used via DXF/DWG import.

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