Machine Comparison
DMG Mori LASERTEC 100 PowerDrill vs DMG Mori LASERTEC 50 Shape Femto
DMG Mori vs DMG Mori · CNC Laser Cutting
Summary
The DMG Mori LASERTEC 100 PowerDrill and DMG Mori LASERTEC 50 Shape Femto are both from DMG Mori's cnc laser cutting lineup, making this a common upgrade or lineup decision for shops already invested in the DMG Mori ecosystem. The DMG Mori LASERTEC 100 PowerDrill leads in x travel (1000 mm (39.4 in) vs 500 mm (19.7 in)). The DMG Mori LASERTEC 50 Shape Femto leads in laser power (5 - 50 W average vs 4 kW average / 30 kW peak). These machines are closely matched across most specifications, making the decision more about specific feature priorities, dealer support, and your existing shop ecosystem than raw spec advantages. Both machines are proven performers in production environments and represent solid investments for shops in the market for a cnc laser cutting.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori LASERTEC 100 PowerDrill | DMG Mori LASERTEC 50 Shape Femto |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 1000 mm (39.4 in) ▲ | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 600 mm (23.6 in) ▲ | 350 mm (13.8 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) ▲ | 250 mm (9.8 in) |
| Laser Power | 4 kW average / 30 kW peak | 5 - 50 W average ▲ |
| Accuracy | 8 micrometers | 2 micrometers ▲ |
| Repeatability | 5 micrometers | < 1 micrometer ▲ |
| Control | CELOS with drilling cycles | CELOS with 21.5-inch touchscreen |
| B Axis Tilt | +/-120 degrees ▲ | +/-100 degrees |
| C Axis Rotation | 360 degrees continuous | 360 degrees continuous |
| Laser Type | Fiber laser | Femtosecond ultrashort-pulse fiber laser |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 500 kg (1,102 lb) ▲ | 200 kg (441 lb) |
| Price Range | 00,000 - ,200,000 | 00,000 - ,200,000 |
Advantages
DMG Mori LASERTEC 100 PowerDrill
- Greater x travel of 1000 mm (39.4 in) accommodates larger workpieces
- Greater y travel of 600 mm (23.6 in) accommodates larger workpieces
- Greater z travel of 500 mm (19.7 in) accommodates larger workpieces
- Superior b axis tilt at +/-120 degrees vs +/-100 degrees
- Superior max workpiece weight at 500 kg (1,102 lb) vs 200 kg (441 lb)
DMG Mori LASERTEC 50 Shape Femto
- Superior laser power at 5 - 50 W average vs 4 kW average / 30 kW peak
- Tighter positioning accuracy at 2 micrometers for precision-critical work
- Tighter repeatability at < 1 micrometer for precision-critical work
Verdict
This is a close matchup. The DMG Mori LASERTEC 100 PowerDrill and DMG Mori LASERTEC 50 Shape Femto trade advantages across different specifications, making neither a clear winner on paper alone. Your decision should come down to practical factors: which dealer is closer, which control system your operators already know, what tooling ecosystem you're invested in, and which machine's specific strengths match your highest-volume work. Get quotes on both, run test cuts with your actual parts if possible, and factor in long-term service and support costs.