GF Machining CHARMILLES LASER P 1000 U
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Key Specifications
x y z travel
laser tilt a axis
rotary b axis
max 5 axis envelope
laser source
focal lengths
How much does the GF Machining CHARMILLES LASER P 1000 U cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a cnc laser cutting machine in this class — not a quote from GF Machining Solutions. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The CHARMILLES LASER P 1000 U is a 5-axis laser texturing machine with 1,000 x 560 x 550 mm of X, Y and Z travel and a 5-axis working envelope of 460 mm dia. x 570 mm. Its source is a ytterbium pulsed fiber laser of 50W or 100W, and the figures on this page are the listed ones.
Five axes here means a laser head that tilts from -50° to +135° on A, above a rotary B axis that turns 360° at up to 160°/s. Tilting the head keeps the beam close to perpendicular on curved mould surfaces, and that angle is what keeps texture depth even across a 3D cavity. The tilt is asymmetric, so a part with deep side walls should be set up with those walls on the +135° side.
Focal lengths of 100, 160 and 254 mm are listed. A short focal length gives a smaller spot for fine detail; a long one gives more stand-off and depth of focus where the head has to work down into a cavity. The machine weighs approx. 6,500 kg.
The CHARMILLES LASER P 600 U lists 600 x 460 x 830 mm of travel and a 370 mm dia. x 530 mm envelope. Against it, the P 1000 U gives up Z stroke for more X and Y and a larger 5-axis envelope, which suits wider, flatter moulds.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Y Z Travel | 1,000 x 560 x 550 mm (39.4 x 22.0 x 21.7 in) |
| Laser Tilt A Axis | -50° / +135° |
| Rotary B Axis | 360°, max. 160°/s |
| Max 5 Axis Envelope | 460 mm dia. x 570 mm |
| Laser Source | Ytterbium pulsed fiber laser, 50W / 100W |
| Focal Lengths | 100 / 160 / 254 mm |
| Machine Weight | approx. 6,500 kg (14,330 lb) |
| Machine Dimensions | 2695 x 3727 x 2933 mm106.1 x 146.7 x 115.4 in |
| Approx Machine Weight | 6,500 kg (14,330 lbs) |
| Focal Length | 100/160/254 mm³.93/6.3/10 in |
| Ytterbium Pulsed Fibre Laser | 50 / 100 W |
| Max Power Consumption | 4 kW |
| X Y Z Travels | 1200 x 900 x 1200 mm47.2 x 35.4 x 47.2 in |
| Laser Titling Axis A | 180, 210 °/s, ° |
| B Axis Max Speed | 180 °/s. ° |
| B Axis Table Diameter | 800 mm (31.6 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight 5 Axis | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 1,000 x 560 x 550 mm of travel for wide mould inserts and panels
- 5-axis envelope of 460 mm dia. x 570 mm for textured 3D parts
- Laser head tilts from -50° to +135° over a 360° B axis turning at up to 160°/s
- Choice of 50W or 100W ytterbium pulsed fiber laser
- Three listed focal lengths: 100, 160 and 254 mm
Limitations
- 550 mm of Z travel, against 830 mm on the CHARMILLES LASER P 600 U, limits tall parts
- Parts larger than the 460 mm dia. x 570 mm envelope cannot use the full head tilt
- Approx. 6,500 kg machine weight needs floor loading and delivery access checked
- Listed source power tops out at 100W, which sets the removal rate on deep textures
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The listed travels are 1,000 x 560 x 550 mm in X, Y and Z. For full 5-axis work the envelope is 460 mm dia. x 570 mm, so a part that needs texture on all sides should fit inside that cylinder.
02
A ytterbium pulsed fiber laser, listed at 50W or 100W. The higher power removes material faster on deep textures; the lower one suits fine, shallow work where control matters more than speed.
03
The CHARMILLES LASER P 600 U lists 600 x 460 x 830 mm of travel, a 370 mm dia. x 530 mm 5-axis envelope and an A axis of -55° / +135°. The P 1000 U has more X and Y, a 460 mm dia. x 570 mm envelope and -50° / +135° of tilt, but less Z travel.
04
100, 160 and 254 mm are listed. A short focal length concentrates the beam into a smaller spot for fine detail; a long one gives more stand-off and depth of focus, which helps when texturing the walls of deep cavities.