Flow Mach 100
Key Specifications
Repeatability
linear straightness accuracy
max rapid traverse
acceleration
ballbar circularity
z axis travel
How much does the Flow Mach 100 cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a cnc waterjet cutting in this class — not a quote from Flow International. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Flow Mach 100 is a waterjet cutting table assembled from a choice of base and bridge sizes: bases of 1.3 – 4 m (4.3 – 13 ft) and bridges of 1.3 – 2 m (4.3 – 6.5 ft). Z-axis travel is 178 mm (7 in), maximum rapid traverse is 10 m/min (400 ipm) and acceleration is 0.05 g.
Its accuracy rows describe a machine for general profile cutting rather than close-tolerance work. Linear straightness accuracy is ±0.1 mm/m (±0.005 in / 3 ft), repeatability is ±0.06 mm (±0.0025 in) and ballbar circularity is ±0.1 mm (±0.005 in). The Mach 150 shares the 0.05 g acceleration and travels at 400 in/min (10.16 m/min), but lists repeatability of ± 0.001 in (± 0.025 mm) and 8 in (203 mm) of Z, so repeatability and that extra inch of height are what the next model up adds.
Flow lists FlowPath, FlowNest, FlowXpert and FlowCut under software, with the Paser CF900 continuous feed hopper, UltraPierce vacuum assist and a laser edge finder in the same row of software and options. Confirm which of those are in the base machine. The table gives no pump, pressure or cutting thickness for the Mach 100.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Linear Straightness Accuracy | ±0.1 mm/m (±0.005 in / 3 ft) |
| Max Rapid Traverse | 10 m/min (400 ipm) |
| Acceleration | 0.05 g |
| Repeatability | ±0.06 mm (±0.0025 in) |
| Ballbar Circularity | ±0.1 mm (±0.005 in) |
| Z Axis Travel | 178 mm (7 in) |
| Base Sizes | 1.3 – 4 m (4.3 – 13 ft) |
| Bridge Sizes | 1.3 – 2 m (4.3 – 6.5 ft) |
| Software and Options | FlowPath, FlowNest, FlowXpert, FlowCut; Paser CF900 continuous feed hopper, UltraPierce vacuum assist, laser edge finder |
Specifications sourced from flowwaterjet.com — verified 2026-09-24
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Base sizes of 1.3 – 4 m (4.3 – 13 ft) and bridge sizes of 1.3 – 2 m (4.3 – 6.5 ft) let the table be matched to the stock
- FlowPath, FlowNest, FlowXpert and FlowCut software are listed
- Listed options include the Paser CF900 continuous feed hopper, UltraPierce vacuum assist and a laser edge finder
Limitations
- Repeatability of ±0.06 mm (±0.0025 in) is looser than the ± 0.001 in (± 0.025 mm) of the Mach 150
- Z-axis travel is 178 mm (7 in), which limits tall parts and fixtures
- Acceleration of 0.05 g is half the 0.1 g of the Mach 500, so intricate nests with many direction changes take longer
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Flow gives base sizes of 1.3 – 4 m (4.3 – 13 ft) and bridge sizes of 1.3 – 2 m (4.3 – 6.5 ft). The table lists one Z-axis travel, 178 mm (7 in).
02
Linear straightness accuracy is ±0.1 mm/m (±0.005 in / 3 ft), repeatability is ±0.06 mm (±0.0025 in) and ballbar circularity is ±0.1 mm (±0.005 in). If the work needs tighter repeatability, the Mach 150 lists ± 0.001 in (± 0.025 mm).
03
FlowPath, FlowNest, FlowXpert and FlowCut on the software side. The same row names the Paser CF900 continuous feed hopper, UltraPierce vacuum assist and a laser edge finder. Ask which are included with the machine and which are added to the order.
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