Machine Comparison
Trumpf TruPrint 1000 vs Trumpf TruPrint 5000
Trumpf vs Trumpf · Metal Additive Manufacturing
Summary
The Trumpf TruPrint 1000 and Trumpf TruPrint 5000 are both from Trumpf's metal additive manufacturing lineup, making this a common upgrade or lineup decision for shops already invested in the Trumpf ecosystem. The Trumpf TruPrint 1000 leads in laser power (200 W vs 3x 500 W (Fullfield Multilaser)). The Trumpf TruPrint 5000 shows specification advantages in 5 categories, though the Trumpf TruPrint 1000 may still be the better choice depending on your shop's specific needs and the type of work you run. Both machines are proven performers in production environments and represent solid investments for shops in the market for a metal additive manufacturing.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Trumpf TruPrint 1000 | Trumpf TruPrint 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Power | 200 W ▲ | 3x 500 W (Fullfield Multilaser) |
| Build Volume | Cylindrical: 100 mm (3.9 in) diameter x 100 mm (3.9 in) height | Cylindrical: 300 mm (11.8 in) diameter x 400 mm (15.7 in) height ▲ |
| Laser Type | Trumpf fiber laser | Trumpf fiber laser |
| Layer Thickness | 10 - 50 um (0.0004 - 0.002 in) | 30 - 150 um (0.0012 - 0.006 in) ▲ |
| Inert Gas | Nitrogen or Argon | Nitrogen or Argon |
| Materials | Stainless steels, tool steels, titanium alloys, cobalt-chrome, precious metals, aluminum alloys | Stainless steels, tool steels, aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, nickel-base superalloys, cobalt-chrome, copper alloys |
| Software | TruTops Print | TruTops Print |
| Monitoring | Melt Pool Monitoring (optional) | Melt Pool Monitoring (3-laser), Powder Bed Monitoring |
| Machine Dimensions | ~1,445 x 1,680 x 1,600 mm (56.9 x 66.1 x 63.0 in) | ~4,616 x 2,068 x 2,538 mm (181.7 x 81.4 x 99.9 in) ▲ |
| Machine Weight | ~600 - 700 kg (1,323 - 1,543 lb) | ~7,500 kg (16,535 lb) ▲ |
| Electrical | 230 V, single phase | 400/460 V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz ▲ |
| Price Range | $170,000 - $250,000 (new, configuration dependent) ▲ | $800,000 - $1,500,000+ (new, configuration dependent) |
Advantages
Trumpf TruPrint 1000
- Superior laser power at 200 W vs 3x 500 W (Fullfield Multilaser)
- More competitive pricing at $170,000 - $250,000 (new, configuration dependent) compared to $800,000 - $1,500,000+ (new, configuration dependent)
- Backed by Trumpf's dealer and service network for parts and support
- Dental labs and dental manufacturing operations producing copings, crowns, bridges, and partial frameworks in CoCrMo and titanium
Trumpf TruPrint 5000
- Superior build volume at Cylindrical: 300 mm (11.8 in) diameter x 400 mm (15.7 in) height vs Cylindrical: 100 mm (3.9 in) diameter x 100 mm (3.9 in) height
- Superior layer thickness at 30 - 150 um (0.0012 - 0.006 in) vs 10 - 50 um (0.0004 - 0.002 in)
- Superior machine dimensions at ~4,616 x 2,068 x 2,538 mm (181.7 x 81.4 x 99.9 in) vs ~1,445 x 1,680 x 1,600 mm (56.9 x 66.1 x 63.0 in)
- Superior machine weight at ~7,500 kg (16,535 lb) vs ~600 - 700 kg (1,323 - 1,543 lb)
- Superior electrical at 400/460 V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz vs 230 V, single phase
Verdict
The Trumpf TruPrint 5000 edges ahead on specifications in this comparison, particularly in Build Volume and Layer Thickness. However, the Trumpf TruPrint 1000 remains competitive and may be the better choice depending on price, dealer support in your area, or specific workholding and tooling considerations. Both are capable machines — the best decision comes from running your actual parts and evaluating total cost of ownership including tooling, training, and service.