GF Machining Solutions CNC Laser Cutting Machines

GF Machining CHARMILLES LASER P 1200 U

Est. $800,000 – $1,200,000 Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

x y z travel

1200 x 900 x 1200 mm (47.2 x 35.4 x 47.2 in)

laser tilting axis a

180° at 210°/s

laser source

Ytterbium pulsed fiber laser, 50 W

focal length options

100 / 160 / 254 mm (3.9 / 6.3 / 10 in)

machine dimensions w x d x h

2,240 x 3,395 x 2,930 mm (88.2 x 133.7 x 115.3 in)

machine weight

8,700 kg (19,180 lbs)

How much does the GF Machining CHARMILLES LASER P 1200 U cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$800,000 – $1,200,000

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 1200 U is a 5-axis laser texturing machine for large, heavy parts, with 1200 x 900 x 1200 mm of X, Y and Z travel, an 800 mm B-axis table and a 5-axis workpiece limit of 1,200 kg. The figures here are the listed ones.

Z travel equals X travel on this machine, and that defines it: tall mould halves can be textured down their side walls without running out of height. The laser head tilts through 180° at 210°/s while the B table turns at up to 180°/s, so the head can follow a curved face as the table brings each wall round to it.

Focal lengths of 100, 160 and 254 mm are listed, and maximum power consumption is 4 kW. The source is a ytterbium pulsed fiber laser; one row gives 50 W and another 50 / 100 W, so the fitted power should be confirmed on the quotation. The listed rows also disagree on weight and size, with 8,700 kg against 6,500 kg, and 2,240 x 3,395 x 2,930 mm against 2695 x 3727 x 2933 mm, which matters when the installation is planned.

The CHARMILLES LASER P 1000 U lists 1,000 x 560 x 550 mm of travel and a 460 mm dia. x 570 mm 5-axis envelope. Next to it the P 1200 U adds Y travel and more than doubles the Z stroke.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Y Z Travel	1200 x 900 x 1200 mm (47.2 x 35.4 x 47.2 in)
Laser Tilting Axis A	180° at 210°/s
Laser Source	Ytterbium pulsed fiber laser, 50 W
Focal Length Options	100 / 160 / 254 mm (3.9 / 6.3 / 10 in)
Machine Dimensions W X D X H	2,240 x 3,395 x 2,930 mm (88.2 x 133.7 x 115.3 in)
Machine Weight	8,700 kg (19,180 lbs)
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

1200 x 900 x 1200 mm of travel, with as much Z as X for tall moulds
5-axis workpiece weight up to 1,200 kg on an 800 mm B-axis table
Laser head tilts through 180° at 210°/s
B axis turns at up to 180°/s for following curved surfaces
Maximum power consumption listed at 4 kW

Limitations

Listed machine weight is either 8,700 kg or 6,500 kg and the footprint is given two ways, so plan the installation from GF's quotation
Laser power is listed as 50 W in one row and 50 / 100 W in another; confirm the fitted source
Parts much wider than the 800 mm B-axis table overhang it when rotated, which limits 5-axis work on wide tools

Best For

5-axis texturing of tall moulds using 1200 mm of Z Heavy mould halves up to 1,200 kg in 5-axis work Curved surfaces textured with a head tilting at 210°/s

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How large a part fits in the CHARMILLES LASER P 1200 U?

Travels are 1200 x 900 x 1200 mm. The B-axis table is 800 mm in diameter and the 5-axis workpiece limit is 1,200 kg, so the natural part for full 5-axis texturing is a heavy mould half that sits on the table and uses the tall Z stroke.

02 How fast do the rotary axes move?

The laser tilting axis covers 180° at 210°/s, and the B axis turns at up to 180°/s. Those speeds matter on curved surfaces, where the head has to stay close to perpendicular to the part while the texture is applied.

03 What laser source is fitted?

A ytterbium pulsed fiber laser. The listed rows give 50 W in one place and 50 / 100 W in another, so ask for the fitted power on the quotation. Focal lengths of 100, 160 and 254 mm are listed.

04 How does it compare with the CHARMILLES LASER P 1000 U?

The CHARMILLES LASER P 1000 U lists 1,000 x 560 x 550 mm of travel and a 460 mm dia. x 570 mm 5-axis envelope. The P 1200 U has more travel on every axis, with 1200 mm of Z, and takes 5-axis parts up to 1,200 kg.