Trumpf TruBend 5170

The Trumpf TruBend 5170 is the 170-metric-ton model in Trumpf's Series 5000 press brake lineup, which is the company's best-selling bending platform worldwide. With 1,700 kN (187 US tons) of press force and a 4,250 mm (167.3 in) bending length, it handles mid-to-heavy gauge sheet metal work that's common in contract fabrication, structural components, and enclosure manufacturing. If your shop regularly bends 10-gauge and thicker mild steel or stainless across four-meter-plus lengths, this is the tonnage class where Trumpf really earns its keep.

The headline technology on the 5170 is Trumpf's On-Demand Servo Drive. Unlike conventional hydraulic press brakes that keep the pump running continuously, the servo drive only activates during the actual bending stroke. That translates to lower energy consumption, significantly reduced noise, and less heat generation in the hydraulic system. Rapid approach speed hits 220 mm/s (8.7 in/s) with a maximum bending speed of 25 mm/s (1.0 in/s), which keeps cycle times competitive even on thick material.

The 6-axis back gauge system is one of the TruBend 5170's strongest selling points. Six programmable axes give you the flexibility to handle complex bend sequences, offset flanges, and multi-step parts without manual repositioning. Combined with CNC-controlled crowning, the machine compensates for deflection across the full bending length automatically -- you won't need to shim or manually adjust for consistent angles on long parts.

Angle accuracy is where Trumpf separates itself from most competitors. The ACB (Automatically Controlled Bending) system is available in two flavors: ACB Wireless uses sensor disks integrated into the upper tooling that communicate wirelessly with the control, while ACB Laser uses a non-contact optical measurement. Either way, the first bend comes out right, even on new material batches with unpredictable springback. Trumpf claims up to 35% cycle time savings with ACB Speed software, which applies springback data from the first part to all subsequent bends.

The TASC 6000 control (now branded as Touchpoint TruBend on newer machines) runs on a 15-inch touchscreen with an interface that feels more like a tablet than a traditional CNC. Programming is straightforward for experienced operators, and it integrates with Trumpf's TruTops Bend offline programming software for complex jobs. The control handles 2D bend simulation, tool setup optimization, and collision checking before you ever touch metal.

The machine frame is an all-steel welded construction, stress-relief annealed, with a spherical ram suspension and ram tilt for precise alignment. The electro-hydraulic drive uses 4-cylinder technology for even force distribution across the full bending length. Machine weight runs approximately 12,000 kg (26,455 lb) depending on configuration.

Automation-ready shops can pair the 5170 with Trumpf's BendMaster robot for automated part handling, and the ToolMaster automatic tool changer for lights-out bending cell operation. The TruBend Cell 5000 configuration turns the standalone brake into a full automated bending cell capable of producing up to four different parts per work cycle.

New TruBend 5170 machines typically run $250,000-$400,000 depending on options, back gauge configuration, and angle measurement systems. Used models from 2007-2018 trade between $80,000 and $200,000 depending on hours, condition, and control generation. Trumpf machines hold their value well on the secondary market thanks to build quality and the company's strong service network. Specs sourced from Trumpf published technical data, dealer listings, and equipment resale platforms.