Prima Power Syncrono

$500,000 - $900,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

Accuracy

±0.05 mm

Repeatability

±0.03 mm

working area

3000 x 1500 mm (standard); 4020 and 6020 mm formats available

laser type

Fiber

laser power

2 kW, 4 kW, or 6 kW

max sheet thickness mild steel

15 mm (6 kW)

Overview

The Prima Power Syncrono is Prima Power's flagship high-speed flying optics fiber laser cutting machine, distinguished from conventional flatbed laser designs by its 2D dynamic fiber laser head that moves simultaneously with the bridge — combining the motion of both axes in a unique kinematic configuration that delivers exceptional dynamic performance on nested sheet programs with many features. The Syncrono is designed specifically for high-throughput thin-to-medium gauge sheet metal cutting where the limiting factor in production rate is not laser power but the machine's ability to reposition between features and complete short-distance cuts at maximum speed.

Prima Power, headquartered in Collegno, Italy, has a long history in laser cutting machine design that predates the fiber laser era — the company engineered the original flying optics CO2 laser concept and applied those principles to fiber laser technology in the Syncrono platform. The machine's 2D dynamic head moves the cutting head in the X axis while the bridge carries it in Y, with both movements optimized to occur simultaneously through Prima Power's proprietary motion control algorithms. The result is a machine that can complete complex programs with hundreds of short features per sheet significantly faster than conventional linear-motor flatbed machines, not because of higher laser power, but because of reduced non-cutting (air-cut) time.

The Syncrono is available in 3015, 4020, and 6020 mm working area formats with fiber laser powers from 2 kW to 6 kW — the power range reflects the machine's optimization for thin-to-medium gauge where 2–6 kW fiber delivers maximum speed on stainless, aluminum, and mild steel up to 12–15 mm. The control system uses Prima Power's proprietary Next Generation Control (NGC) platform with an integrated CAM environment (TULUS) for nesting and process management. The machine is highly automation-compatible with Prima Power's Green Lens and PSBB (Punch-Shear-Bend-Buffer) automation cell solutions.

The Syncrono occupies a distinctive positioning in the fiber laser market — it is not the fastest-cutting machine on thick plate, nor the lowest cost, but for high-feature-count thin-gauge programs in automotive, electronics, and precision components manufacturing, its 2D dynamic head architecture delivers production rates that competing flatbed designs cannot match on equivalent material. Pricing is in the $500,000–$900,000 range, reflecting the precision engineering of the dual-dynamic architecture and Italian manufacturing heritage.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Working Area	3000 x 1500 mm (standard); 4020 and 6020 mm formats available
Laser Type	Fiber
Laser Power	2 kW, 4 kW, or 6 kW
Max Sheet Thickness Mild Steel	15 mm (6 kW)
Max Sheet Thickness Stainless	10 mm (6 kW)
Max Sheet Thickness Aluminum	8 kW (6 kW)
Max Sheet Thickness Copper	4 mm
Max Sheet Thickness Brass	4 mm
Head Kinematics	2D dynamic — simultaneous X+Y head and bridge motion
Max Axis Speed	up to 170 m/min combined dynamic
Max Acceleration	up to 5 g (combined dynamic)
Positioning Accuracy	±0.05 mm
Repeatability	±0.03 mm
Max Sheet Weight	920 kg (3015 format)
CNC Control	Prima Power Next Generation Control (NGC) with TULUS CAM
Model	SYNCRONODiscontinued Model
Brand	PRIMA
Type	Laser Cutters
Convert Specs To Metricwattage4000 Wipm5096 Ipmx120y60z51controlcnc	12 ModelsView more about Prima Industrie S.p.A.
Wattage4000 Wipm5096 Ipmx120	Y60"Z5.1"ControlCNC
Wattage	4000 w
Ipm	5096 ipm
X	120"
Y	60"
Z	5.1"
Cnc Control	CNC

Specifications sourced from machinetools.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

2D dynamic head kinematic architecture reduces non-cutting (air-cut) time on high-feature-count programs, delivering measurably higher throughput per shift compared to conventional flatbed designs on thin-gauge nested sheets
Prima Power's deep automation ecosystem (Green Lens, PSBB cells) integrates the Syncrono into comprehensive sheet metal cell configurations covering laser cutting, punching, bending, and handling
Italian engineering heritage and Prima Power's established European service network provide strong application support and technician availability across major European industrial markets
Available in large-format working areas (4020, 6020 mm) that extend the machine's throughput advantage to jumbo sheet processing where fewer setups yield proportionally greater cycle time benefit

Limitations

Maximum 6 kW power limits thick-plate capability — shops with regular thick-plate schedules (above 15 mm mild steel) will require supplemental or alternative equipment
The 2D dynamic head architecture advantage is most pronounced on high-feature-count thin-gauge programs — shops cutting simple large parts on thick plate see less benefit versus a conventional linear-motor flatbed
Pricing at $500,000–$900,000 positions the Syncrono above mid-range flatbeds — the throughput premium requires sufficient thin-gauge volume to achieve ROI against lower-cost alternatives

Best For

Automotive and tier-1 suppliers cutting high-feature-count thin-gauge stainless, aluminum, and mild steel components where cycle time per sheet is the production bottleneck Electronics and precision parts fabricators cutting complex nested sheets with many small features per sheet where air-cut time reduction delivers the largest throughput benefit Job shops with high-mix thin-gauge work who want maximum daily sheet output from a single laser without adding a second machine or additional shift labor Shops integrating laser cutting into a broader sheet metal automation cell with Prima Power punching, bending, and handling equipment for a unified manufacturing flow

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the 2D dynamic head on the Prima Power Syncrono and why does it matter?

In conventional flatbed laser machines, the cutting head moves in one axis (typically X) and the bridge moves in the other (Y), but they typically cannot achieve maximum speed simultaneously on short cuts — deceleration in one axis limits the other. The Syncrono's 2D dynamic head moves the cutting head in X while the bridge moves in Y simultaneously, with the motion control system coordinating both to trace the cutting path optimally. This eliminates the stop-decelerate-accelerate pattern that costs time on short features, delivering higher effective throughput on complex nested programs.

02 What is Prima Power's TULUS software?

TULUS is Prima Power's integrated CAM environment for the Syncrono and other Prima Power laser and punch-laser machines. It provides nesting, NC program generation, cutting condition management, and production scheduling within a single application. TULUS integrates with the Syncrono's NGC control and supports import from major CAD formats. It is designed to minimize programming time and optimize material utilization on production nested programs.

03 How does the Syncrono compare to a TRUMPF TruLaser 5030 Fiber for thin-gauge production?

For high-feature-count thin-gauge programs (think automotive stampings with dozens of holes and slots per part, nested hundreds per sheet), the Syncrono's 2D dynamic head delivers measurably faster program cycle times than a TRUMPF 5030 Fiber running at equivalent power. TRUMPF's 5030 offers higher maximum power (up to 10 kW) and stronger thick-plate capability. For a shop whose production is predominantly complex thin-gauge nesting, the Syncrono's kinematic advantage can outweigh TRUMPF's thick-plate edge.

04 What large-format sheet sizes does the Syncrono support?

The standard Syncrono is 3000 x 1500 mm. Prima Power also offers 4020 mm (4000 x 2000 mm) and 6020 mm (6000 x 2000 mm) format variants. The larger formats amplify the 2D dynamic head throughput advantage since each sheet load handles more nested parts, and the dynamic head's efficiency advantage per part multiplies across the larger sheet.

05 Does the Syncrono integrate with Prima Power's automation systems?

Yes. The Syncrono is designed as a core component of Prima Power's Green Lens automation cell, which includes automated sheet loading/unloading, tower storage, and blank sorting. Prima Power's PSBB (Punch-Shear-Bend-Buffer) cell concept integrates laser cutting, punching, shearing, and bending into a single automated manufacturing flow managed by Prima Power's cell controller software. This makes the Syncrono particularly well-suited to fabricators implementing full-line automation.