Machine Comparison
Trumpf TruPrint 1000 vs Velo3D Sapphire
Trumpf vs Velo3D · Metal Additive Manufacturing
Summary
The Trumpf TruPrint 1000 from Trumpf and Velo3D Sapphire from Velo3D are direct competitors in the metal additive manufacturing category. The Trumpf TruPrint 1000 leads in laser power (200 W vs 2 x 1 kW fiber lasers). 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 metal additive manufacturing.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Trumpf TruPrint 1000 | Velo3D Sapphire |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Power | 200 W ▲ | 2 x 1 kW fiber lasers |
| Build Volume | Cylindrical: 100 mm (3.9 in) diameter x 100 mm (3.9 in) height | 315 mm dia x 400 mm H (12.4 x 15.7 in) ▲ |
| Layer Thickness | 10 - 50 um (0.0004 - 0.002 in) | 50 - 100 um (0.002 - 0.004 in) ▲ |
| Software | TruTops Print | Flow (print prep), Assure (quality management) |
| Machine Dimensions | ~1,445 x 1,680 x 1,600 mm (56.9 x 66.1 x 63.0 in) | Approx. 2,600 x 1,600 x 2,600 mm (102 x 63 x 102 in) ▲ |
| Machine Weight | ~600 - 700 kg (1,323 - 1,543 lb) | Approx. 3,500 kg (7,716 lb) ▲ |
| Price Range | $170,000 - $250,000 (new, configuration dependent) ▲ | $800,000 - $1,200,000 |
Advantages
Trumpf TruPrint 1000
- Superior laser power at 200 W vs 2 x 1 kW fiber lasers
- More competitive pricing at $170,000 - $250,000 (new, configuration dependent) compared to $800,000 - $1,200,000
- 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
Velo3D Sapphire
- Superior build volume at 315 mm dia x 400 mm H (12.4 x 15.7 in) vs Cylindrical: 100 mm (3.9 in) diameter x 100 mm (3.9 in) height
- Superior layer thickness at 50 - 100 um (0.002 - 0.004 in) vs 10 - 50 um (0.0004 - 0.002 in)
- Superior machine dimensions at Approx. 2,600 x 1,600 x 2,600 mm (102 x 63 x 102 in) vs ~1,445 x 1,680 x 1,600 mm (56.9 x 66.1 x 63.0 in)
- Superior machine weight at Approx. 3,500 kg (7,716 lb) vs ~600 - 700 kg (1,323 - 1,543 lb)
Verdict
This is a close matchup. The Trumpf TruPrint 1000 and Velo3D Sapphire 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.