GF Machining Solutions CNC Laser Cutting Machines

GF Machining CHARMILLES LASER S 2500 U

Est. $800,000 - $1,400,000 Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

Table Size

2,600 x 2,200 mm102.4 x 86.6 in

x y z travel

2,500 x 2,000 x 1,200 mm (98.4 x 78.7 x 47.2 in)

laser head tilt a axis

240° (-90° / +150°)

table rotation b axis

370° (-185° / +185°)

max machining height

1,340 mm (52.8 in)

max 5 axis envelope

750 mm dia. x 1,340 mm

How much does the GF Machining CHARMILLES LASER S 2500 U cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$800,000 - $1,400,000

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 S 2500 U is a large five-axis laser texturing machine with 2,500 x 2,000 x 1,200 mm of X, Y and Z travel, a laser head that tilts through 240° (-90° / +150°) and a rotary table axis of 370° (-185° / +185°). Its table measures 2,600 x 2,200 mm and the listed workpiece limit is 10,000 kg, which puts full-size mould halves within reach.

Two weight limits matter. Up to 10,000 kg can sit on the table, but for five-axis work the limit drops to 1,200 kg and the envelope to 750 mm dia. x 1,340 mm. A heavy mould half is therefore textured with the head doing the tilting, and only parts within 1,200 kg get full five-axis motion. Maximum machining height is 1,340 mm, and the table sits 600 mm above the floor, which matters for crane loading.

The standard source is a 100/150W Ytterbium Flexipulse nanosecond laser; a 100W Femto IR FD femtosecond source is an option for fine textures. Focal length is listed as FS340 Type. One row gives the nanosecond source as 100 W rather than 100/150W, so confirm the power fitted.

This is a heavy installation: 24,000 kg and 6,420 x 3,573 x 3,687 mm, with 7,125 x 6,304 x 3,804 mm required for installation. It needs 40 kVA and air at 6 bar, 150 L/min. These are the listed figures; the table has not been matched to a current GF page.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Y Z Travel	2,500 x 2,000 x 1,200 mm (98.4 x 78.7 x 47.2 in)
Laser Head Tilt A Axis	240° (-90° / +150°)
Table Rotation B Axis	370° (-185° / +185°)
Max Machining Height	1,340 mm (52.8 in)
Max 5 Axis Envelope	750 mm dia. x 1,340 mm
Nanosecond Laser	100/150W Ytterbium Flexipulse
Femtosecond Laser	100W Femto IR FD (optional)
Electrical Supply	40 kVA
Air Supply	6 bar, 150 L/min
Installation Space	7,125 x 6,304 x 3,804 mm
Machine Dimensions	6,420 x 3,573 x 3,687 mm252.8 x 140.7 x 145.2 in
Space Required for Installation	7,125 x 6,304 x 3,804 mm280.5 x 248.2 x 149.8 in
Machine Weight	24,000 kg (52,911 lbs)
Focal Length	FS340 Type
Nanosecond Pulsed Laser	100 W Flexipulse
Ultrashort Pulsed Laser	100 W Femto IR FD
Nominal Power	40 kVA
Air Pressure	6 bar
Required Air Output Flow	150 l/min
X Y Z Travels	2,500 x 2,000 x 1,200 mm98.4 x 78.74 x 47.24 in
Travel Laser Head A	240 (-90/+150) °
Travel Machine Table B	370 (-185/+185) °
Table Size	2,600 x 2,200 mm102.4 x 86.6 in
Distance Floor to Table	600 mm (23.6 in)
Max Workpiece Dimensions	2,700 x 2,300 mm106.3 x 90.5 in
Max Workpiece Machining Height	1,340 mm (52.8 in)
Max Workpiece Weight Five Axis	1,200 kg (2,646 lbs)
Ytterbium Pulsed Laser	100 / 150 W
Max Workpiece Weight	10,000 kg (22,046 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

2,500 x 2,000 x 1,200 mm travels over a 2,600 x 2,200 mm table
Takes workpieces up to 10,000 kg and 2,700 x 2,300 mm
240° laser head tilt (-90° / +150°) with a 370° rotary table axis
100/150W Ytterbium Flexipulse nanosecond source, with a 100W Femto IR FD femtosecond source available as an option
1,340 mm maximum machining height

Limitations

Five-axis work is limited to 1,200 kg and 750 mm dia. x 1,340 mm, far below the 10,000 kg table limit
A 24,000 kg machine needing 7,125 x 6,304 x 3,804 mm of installation space and 40 kVA
The femtosecond source is an option, not standard
One row gives the nanosecond source as 100 W, another as 100/150W

Best For

Texturing large mould halves up to 10,000 kg Five-axis texturing of inserts within 750 mm dia. x 1,340 mm Grain and pattern work over areas up to 2,500 x 2,000 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How heavy a mould can the CHARMILLES LASER S 2500 U take?

The listed maximum workpiece weight is 10,000 kg on a 2,600 x 2,200 mm table, with workpieces up to 2,700 x 2,300 mm. For five-axis work with the rotary axis the limit is 1,200 kg, inside an envelope of 750 mm dia. x 1,340 mm.

02 What are the axis ranges?

X, Y and Z travel is 2,500 x 2,000 x 1,200 mm. The A axis tilts the laser head 240° (-90° / +150°) and the B axis turns the table 370° (-185° / +185°). Maximum machining height is 1,340 mm and the table surface is 600 mm from the floor.

03 Which lasers are available?

The base source is a 100/150W Ytterbium Flexipulse nanosecond laser. A 100W Femto IR FD femtosecond source is listed as optional, for fine textures where low heat input matters. Another row lists the nanosecond pulsed laser as 100 W, so check which power is quoted.

04 What does the installation need?

The machine weighs 24,000 kg and measures 6,420 x 3,573 x 3,687 mm, with 7,125 x 6,304 x 3,804 mm required for installation. Electrical supply is 40 kVA and air is 6 bar at 150 L/min. Plan crane access, since the table is 600 mm above the floor.