TRUMPF TruBend 5085

$120,000 - $200,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

Accuracy

±0.01 mm

press force

85 tons (850 kN)

bending length

2550 mm

ram stroke

200 mm

daylight opening

490 mm

drive type

Servo-electric

Overview

The TRUMPF TruBend 5085 is an 85-ton CNC press brake with a 2550 mm bending length, designed for high-precision sheet metal bending in job shop and production environments. As part of TRUMPF's TruBend 5000 series, the 5085 combines servo-electric drive technology with TRUMPF's Automatic Angle Measuring (ACB) system for real-time bend angle correction, delivering consistent bend accuracy without skilled trial-and-error setup. This makes the TruBend 5085 particularly well-suited for shops running complex multi-bend parts in varied materials where material springback creates bending uncertainty.

The servo-electric drive on the TruBend 5085 offers several production advantages over hydraulic press brakes. Energy consumption is dramatically lower because the drive only consumes power during actual bending, not continuously. Precision is higher because the servo axes directly control ram position without the compliance and thermal drift inherent in hydraulic systems. Response time is also faster, contributing to shorter cycle times on multi-bend programs.

TRUMPF's ACB (Automatic Correction of Bending) angle measuring system uses optical sensors in the tool area to measure the actual bend angle in real time and automatically adjust the ram position to achieve the programmed target. This eliminates the need for test bends and manual correction on materials with unpredictable springback, such as high-strength steel, stainless, and pre-coated sheet. ACB transforms the TruBend 5085 from a machine that requires a skilled setter into one that an experienced press brake operator can run productively with less trial-and-error.

Programming is handled by TRUMPF's Bend Wizard in the TruControl system, with offline programming through TruTops Bend. The 6-axis backgauge provides flexible part positioning for complex multi-bend sequences. The TruBend 5085 competes with the Amada HRB 8025, LVD Easy-Form series, and Bystronic Xpert in the 85-ton mid-range press brake segment. Pricing is typically $120,000-$200,000.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Press Force	85 tons (850 kN)
Bending Length	2550 mm
Ram Stroke	200 mm
Daylight Opening	490 mm
Drive Type	Servo-electric
Ram Speed Approach	200 mm/s
Ram Speed Bending	10 mm/s (programmable)
Ram Speed Return	200 mm/s
Positioning Accuracy	±0.01 mm
Backgauge Axes	6-axis (X, R, Z1, Z2, X1, X2)
Backgauge Speed	400 mm/s
Angle Measurement	ACB (Automatic Correction of Bending)
CNC Control	TRUMPF TruControl / Bend Wizard
Machine Weight	approx. 6,500 kg
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Specifications sourced from trumpf.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

ACB automatic angle measuring corrects for material springback in real time, enabling first-part-correct bending without test pieces
Servo-electric drive consumes power only during bending, reducing energy costs by 50-70% versus equivalent hydraulic press brakes
6-axis backgauge handles complex multi-bend sequences with minimal part repositioning, critical for box and enclosure work
TruTops Bend offline programming integrates with the full TRUMPF software ecosystem for shops using TruLaser and TruPunch machines

Limitations

Servo-electric drive limits maximum force to 85 tons; shops requiring higher tonnage for heavy-gauge or long-part bending need a hydraulic machine
Premium price over conventional hydraulic press brakes requires justification through material savings from ACB or cycle time improvements
Classified under cnc-punch-presses for directory purposes; note this is a press brake, not a punching machine

Best For

Sheet metal fabricators bending high-strength steel, stainless, and variable-temper materials where springback is unpredictable without ACB Job shops with high part variety who need rapid changeover and first-part-correct bending to minimize trial material waste Shops in the TRUMPF ecosystem that benefit from TruTops Bend integration with their TruLaser and TruPunch programming Electrical enclosure and precision sheet metal manufacturers where bend angle consistency is a quality requirement

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is TRUMPF ACB (Automatic Correction of Bending)?

ACB is TRUMPF's real-time optical angle measurement system integrated into the press brake tooling area. It measures the actual bend angle as the part is being bent and automatically adjusts the ram position to achieve the programmed target angle, compensating for material springback. This eliminates test bending and manual correction, particularly valuable on stainless, high-strength steel, and pre-coated materials.

02 What is the advantage of servo-electric over hydraulic on a press brake?

Servo-electric drives consume power only during the bending stroke, reducing energy use by 50-70% versus hydraulic machines that run the hydraulic pump continuously. Precision is higher because there is no hydraulic compliance or thermal drift. Response time is faster. The tradeoff is lower maximum tonnage — hydraulic press brakes dominate above 200-300 tons where servo-electric is impractical.

03 What is the maximum material thickness the TruBend 5085 can bend?

At 85 tons over 2550 mm, the effective capacity depends on material and V-die selection. In mild steel it handles approximately 4-5 mm over the full 2550 mm bending length. Shorter bending lengths allow thicker material: 6-8 mm mild steel is achievable in the center of the bed where full tonnage is available.

04 Does the TruBend 5085 come with the ACB system standard?

ACB is typically offered as an option on the TruBend 5000 series. TRUMPF may include it as standard on certain configurations. Buyers should confirm ACB inclusion when specifying the machine, as it is one of the primary differentiators of the TruBend 5000 series versus lower-cost alternatives.

05 How does the TruBend 5085 compare to competitors?

The TruBend 5085 competes with the Amada HRB 8025, LVD Easy-Form 80, and Bystronic Xpert 80 in the 80-90 ton servo-electric press brake segment. TRUMPF's ACB is comparable to LVD's Easy-Form laser angle measurement. The TRUMPF advantage is software integration for shops already in the TruTops ecosystem.