Salvagnini P2 Lean

$280,000 – $480,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

punching force

200 kN (22.5 US ton)

sheet size capacity

1,250 x 2,500 mm (49.2 x 98.4 in)

sheet thickness max

5 mm mild steel / 3 mm stainless / 6 mm aluminum

number of tool stations

Multi-press head with tool magazine (compact configuration)

punching speed

Up to 600 hpm (application dependent)

repositioning speed

Up to 120 m/min

Overview

The Salvagnini P2 Lean is a compact CNC punch press built around Salvagnini's lean manufacturing design philosophy, targeting fabricators who prioritize setup agility and high-mix flexibility over peak throughput on long production runs. Unlike conventional turret punch presses that use a large rotating turret with up to 58 tool stations, the P2 Lean employs a fixed multi-press head with a rapidly accessible tool selection system, reducing the mechanical overhead of turret indexing on short-run, high-variety sheet metal production.

The P2 Lean punches mild steel up to 5 mm, stainless steel up to 3 mm, and aluminum up to 6 mm across a 1,250 x 2,500 mm working area. The servo-electric drive provides programmable stroke depth for forming operations alongside standard punching, enabling countersinks, thread forms, lances, and embossments in a single setup. Punching force is 200 kN — sufficient for the majority of sheet metal gauges used in electrical enclosure, HVAC, and precision sheet metal product applications.

Salvagnini's design emphasis on lean production manifests in several ways beyond the punch mechanism itself. Setup time between different part programs is minimized — the machine's tool selection approach and CNC programming are optimized for rapid changeover, and the S4 CNC control with Salvagnini's OPS (Organic Production System) integration allows programs to be queued and sequenced automatically. For shops running dozens of different part numbers per shift, the P2 Lean's low-overhead approach to job changeover can produce better overall equipment effectiveness than a larger, faster machine that requires substantial setup time between jobs.

The P2 Lean is designed to integrate with Salvagnini's broader sheet metal ecosystem — pairing naturally with the P4 Lean panel bender and L5 fiber laser under OPS production management. OPS coordinates part programs, material flow, and scheduling across connected Salvagnini machines, enabling a single production order to automatically route parts through punching, laser cutting, and bending in sequence with minimal operator intervention. For shops invested in the Salvagnini ecosystem, the P2 Lean provides a lean-aligned punching station that completes the automated fabrication cell.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Punching Force	200 kN (22.5 US ton)
Sheet Size Capacity	1,250 x 2,500 mm (49.2 x 98.4 in)
Sheet Thickness Max	5 mm mild steel / 3 mm stainless / 6 mm aluminum
Number Of Tool Stations	Multi-press head with tool magazine (compact configuration)
Punching Speed	Up to 600 hpm (application dependent)
Repositioning Speed	Up to 120 m/min
Drive Type	Servo-electric
Control System	Salvagnini S4 CNC with OPS integration
Throat Depth	Approx. 1,250 mm
Machine Weight	Approx. 7,500 kg (16,535 lb)
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Model	P2-1620
Maximum Length Of Incoming Sheet	1995
Maximum Width Of Incoming Sheet	1414
Maximum Diagonal That Can Be Rotated	2000
Maximum Bending Force	240
Maximum Clamping Force	380
Maximum Bending Length	400-1000
Maximum Bending Height	203
Minimum Thickness	0.4
Maximum Thickness And Bending Angle Steeluts 410 N Mm2	3.2 (±90°)2.5 (±120°)2.1 (±130°)
Maximum Thickness And Bending Angle Stainless Steeluts 660 N Mm2	2.5 (±90°)2.1 (±120°)
Maximum Thickness And Bending Angle Aluminiumuts 265 N Mm2	3.5 (±120°)3.2 (±125°)
Average Absorbed Power	3.0
Noise Level	68

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Lean manufacturing design minimizes setup time and job changeover overhead — optimal for high-mix, low-volume sheet metal production
OPS (Organic Production System) integration enables automated job sequencing alongside Salvagnini P4 Lean panel benders and L5 fiber lasers
Servo-electric drive provides programmable stroke depth for consistent forming operations with minimal setup adjustment
Compact footprint compared to large-turret competitors — easier to integrate into existing floor layouts
Lower tooling investment than fully-equipped large turret punch presses while covering the majority of standard punching applications

Limitations

200 kN punching force and 5 mm mild steel maximum are lower than flagship competitors — not suitable for heavy-gauge punching applications
Multi-press head tool selection has lower absolute tool count than large rotating turrets — very wide part families may require tool change between setups
OPS integration value is highest within the Salvagnini ecosystem; shops running mixed brands gain less benefit from the connectivity features
Salvagnini's market presence in North America is smaller than Amada, TRUMPF, or Prima Power — dealer and service coverage may be more limited

Best For

High-mix, low-volume fabricators running diverse part families on standard sheet gauges where setup agility matters more than peak throughput Salvagnini ecosystem users wanting a punch press that integrates with P4 Lean panel benders and L5 fiber lasers under OPS management Electrical enclosure and control panel manufacturers running many different configurations in small batch sizes Job shops and in-house fabrication departments where floor space is limited and machine complexity must be minimized Manufacturers evaluating lean punching as an alternative to conventional turret punch presses for high-variety production

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Salvagnini P2 Lean cost?

New Salvagnini P2 Lean machines typically price between $280,000 and $480,000 depending on configuration, tooling package, and automation options. This positions it in the mid-range of servo-electric punch presses, comparable to entry and mid-range TRUMPF and Amada machines.

02 How does the P2 Lean differ from the Salvagnini P2lean (earlier model)?

The P2 Lean represents the current lean-optimized variant in Salvagnini's punch press lineup, with updated servo-electric drive and OPS integration. The core design philosophy — fixed multi-press head, minimal setup overhead, lean manufacturing focus — is consistent with earlier P2lean models, but the current P2 Lean incorporates current-generation controls and connectivity features.

03 What is OPS and how does it benefit P2 Lean users?

OPS (Organic Production System) is Salvagnini's manufacturing management software that coordinates production scheduling, part program distribution, and material flow across connected Salvagnini machines. When a P2 Lean is connected to a P4 Lean panel bender and L5 fiber laser under OPS, a single production order can automatically sequence punching, laser, and bending operations, track material flow between machines, and adapt the schedule dynamically to machine availability — without manual routing decisions.

04 Can the P2 Lean perform forming operations?

Yes. The servo-electric ram supports forming operations including countersinks, thread tapping, louvers, lances, and embossments with programmable depth control. The range of forming operations is comparable to mid-range turret punch presses. Forming tool capacity may be slightly more limited than large-turret machines, but standard fabrication forming needs are fully supported.

05 How does the P2 Lean compare to a standard turret punch press?

A standard turret punch press uses a rotating turret with many stations (typically 20-58) that indexes to select tools. The P2 Lean uses a fixed multi-press head with a tool selection magazine, reducing turret rotation overhead. For high-mix production with frequent tool selection changes, the P2 Lean's approach reduces cycle time overhead compared to large-turret indexing. For high-volume production on a small number of parts, a large turret punch press may offer higher sustained throughput.