DN Solutions CNC Lathes / Turning Centers

DN Solutions PUMA 5100 LA

Est. $170,000 - $230,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · dn-solutions.com Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

X Travel

362 mm (14 in)

Z Travel

2,155 mm (85 in)

Max Spindle

2,000 rpm

Spindle Power

37 kW (50 hp)

Max Turn Length

2,082 mm (82 in)

chuck size

15 in

How much does the DN Solutions PUMA 5100 LA cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$170,000 - $230,000

Our best estimate for a cnc lathes / turning center in this class — not a quote from DN Solutions. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The DN Solutions PUMA 5100 LA is a two-axis shaft lathe with 2,155 mm (85 in) of Z travel, a 15 in chuck and a 2,000 rpm spindle rated 37 kW (50 hp) and 3,280 N·m (2,419 ft-lb). It turns up to 650 mm (26 in) in diameter and 2,082 mm (82 in) in length.

The spindle is the interesting part. The PUMA 4100 C needs a 21 in chuck and a 1,500 rpm limit to list the same 3,280 N·m (2,419 ft-lb) from the same 37 kW (50 hp); the PUMA 5100 LA lists that torque with a 15 in chuck and 2,000 rpm. Against the PUMA 4100 B, the 15 in, 2,000 rpm machine in the smaller series, it has about 38% more torque. So it can rough hard at large diameters and still reach a reasonable finishing speed on the smaller journals of the same shaft.

The 15 in chuck is small relative to the 650 mm (26 in) turning diameter, which is normal for shaft work where the part is driven at one end and supported along its length. DN Solutions' table does not describe the tailstock or any steady rest, so those need to be specified separately. If the parts are large in diameter at the chuck end, the PUMA 5100 LB has a 21 in chuck and 4,041 N·m (2,980 ft-lb) on the same travel, at 1,500 rpm.

The turret has 10 stations with no live tools listed. Rapid traverse is 16 m/min (630 ipm) in X and 20 m/min (787 ipm) in Z, and X travel is 362 mm (14 in). Floor requirements follow from 5,879 × 2,275 × 2,272 mm (231 × 90 × 89 in), given as length, width and height, and 11,550 kg (25,463 lb).

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Chuck Size	15 in
Max Turning Diameter	650 mm (26 in)
Max Turning Length	2,082 mm (82 in)
Rapid Traverse X	16 m/min (630 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	20 m/min (787 ipm)
X-Axis Travel	362 mm (14 in)
Z-Axis Travel	2,155 mm (85 in)
Max Spindle Speed	2,000 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	37 kW (50 hp)
Spindle Torque	3,280 N·m (2,419 ft-lb)
Turret Stations	10
Floor Space Required	5,879 × 2,275 × 2,272 mm (231 × 90 × 89 in)
Machine Weight	11,550 kg (25,463 lb)

Specifications sourced from dn-solutions.com — verified 2026-10-02

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

3,280 N·m (2,419 ft-lb) at up to 2,000 rpm, about 38% more torque than the PUMA 4100 B at the same speed and chuck size
2,155 mm (85 in) of Z travel with a 2,082 mm (82 in) maximum turning length
650 mm (26 in) maximum turning diameter, against 550 mm (22 in) on the PUMA 4100 B and PUMA 4100 C
2,000 rpm top speed, where the PUMA 5100 LB stops at 1,500 rpm

Limitations

37 kW (50 hp) motor; the PUMA 5100 LB lists 45 kW (60 hp)
The 15 in chuck limits grip on large-diameter parts within the 650 mm (26 in) turning diameter
10-station turret, with no live tools or Y axis in the table
Tailstock, steady rest and spindle bore figures are not listed

Best For

Shafts up to 2,082 mm (82 in) long with both large and small diameters Roughing with 3,280 N·m (2,419 ft-lb) and finishing at up to 2,000 rpm Two-axis turning of parts up to 650 mm (26 in) in diameter Shaft work held in a 15 in chuck

Frequently Asked Questions

01 PUMA 5100 LA or PUMA 5100 LB: which suits shaft work?

Both have 2,155 mm (85 in) of Z travel and a 10-station turret. The PUMA 5100 LA has a 15 in chuck, 2,000 rpm, 37 kW (50 hp) and 3,280 N·m (2,419 ft-lb), and turns 2,082 mm (82 in). The PUMA 5100 LB has a 21 in chuck, 1,500 rpm, 45 kW (60 hp) and 4,041 N·m (2,980 ft-lb), and turns 2,042 mm (80 in). Shafts with small journals favor the speed of the first; heavy, large-diameter work favors the torque of the second.

02 How does the PUMA 5100 LA compare with the PUMA 4100 B?

Both list a 15 in chuck, 2,000 rpm and a 10-station turret. The PUMA 4100 B is the smaller, shorter machine: 550 mm (22 in) maximum turning diameter, 1,105 mm (44 in) of Z travel, 35 kW (47 hp), 2,379 N·m (1,755 ft-lb) and 9,950 kg (21,936 lb). The PUMA 5100 LA turns 650 mm (26 in), has 2,155 mm (85 in) of Z, lists 37 kW (50 hp) and 3,280 N·m (2,419 ft-lb) and weighs 11,550 kg (25,463 lb).

03 What does the machine weigh and how much room does it take?

11,550 kg (25,463 lb). The listed dimensions are 5,879 mm (231 in) long, 2,275 mm (90 in) wide and 2,272 mm (89 in) high. Leave space beyond the machine's own length to bring in a shaft of up to 2,082 mm (82 in) with a crane.

04 Does the table say anything about tailstock or steady rests?

No. DN Solutions' comparison table for the PUMA 5100 LA covers chuck size, turning capacity, travels, rapids, spindle, turret, dimensions and weight. A shaft lathe of this length depends on tailstock and steady rest support, so make those line items in the quotation along with the spindle bore.