Machine Comparison
DN Solutions Puma 2600 vs DN Solutions PUMA 4100
DN Solutions vs DN Solutions · CNC Lathes
Summary
The DN Solutions Puma 2600 and the DN Solutions PUMA 4100 are turning-only lathes one size apart. The Puma 2600 runs a 10 in chuck and turns parts up to 481 mm (19 in) in diameter and 790 mm (31 in) long. The PUMA 4100 turns up to 560 mm (22 in) in diameter and 1,016 mm (40 in) long as standard, up to 2,032 mm (80 in) on the XL variants, with chucks from 12 in to 21 in offered as options. Both carry 12 tools.
The Puma 2600 is the faster machine, at 3,500 rpm against 2,000 RPM standard on the PUMA 4100, which reaches up to 3,000 RPM depending on model. The PUMA 4100 is rated 37 kW (50 hp) against 30 kW (40 hp) and, through its gearbox, delivers 3,282 Nm (2,419 ft-lbf) against 327 N·m (241 ft-lb).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DN Solutions Puma 2600 | DN Solutions PUMA 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Turning Diameter | 481 mm (19 in) | 560 mm (22 in) ▲ |
| Max Turning Length | 790 mm (31 in) | 1,016 mm (40 in) standard; up to 2,032 mm (80 in) on XL variants ▲ |
| Chuck Size | 10 in | 12" / 15" / 18" / 21" options |
| Max Spindle Speed | 3,500 rpm ▲ | 2,000 RPM (standard); up to 3,000 RPM depending on model |
| Spindle Power | 30 kW (40 hp) | 37 kW (50 hp) ▲ |
| Spindle Torque | 327 N·m (241 ft-lb) | 3,282 Nm (2,419 ft-lbf) with gearbox ▲ |
| Tool Capacity | 12 | 12 |
Advantages
DN Solutions Puma 2600
- 3,500 rpm spindle against 2,000 RPM standard (up to 3,000 RPM depending on model)
- A single 10 in chuck size for medium-speed work up to 481 mm (19 in) in diameter
DN Solutions PUMA 4100
- 3,282 Nm (2,419 ft-lbf) of torque with the gearbox against 327 N·m (241 ft-lb)
- 1,016 mm (40 in) turning length as standard, up to 2,032 mm (80 in) on XL variants, against 790 mm (31 in)
- 560 mm (22 in) turning diameter against 481 mm (19 in)
- 37 kW (50 hp) spindle against 30 kW (40 hp)
Verdict
Choose the DN Solutions Puma 2600 for medium-size turning up to 481 mm (19 in) where spindle speed matters, since its 3,500 rpm is above every PUMA 4100 model. Choose the DN Solutions PUMA 4100 for larger, heavier steel parts: it turns up to 560 mm (22 in), takes up to 2,032 mm (80 in) of length on the XL variants, and its gearbox delivers 3,282 Nm (2,419 ft-lbf) for heavy cuts.