Trumpf TruLaser 5040 Fiber

$600,000 - $750,000 (new, 6 kW); $850,000 - $1,100,000 (12 kW with automation); $1,300,000+ (24 kW fully loaded) Updated 2025-03-15

Key Specifications

working area

4,000 x 2,000 mm (157 x 79 in)

laser type

TruFiber (diode-pumped fiber laser)

laser power options

6 kW / 9 kW / 12 kW / 24 kW

max thickness mild steel 12kw

30 mm (1.18 in); 50 mm with thick-sheet package

max thickness mild steel 24kw

40 mm (1.57 in); 60 mm with thick-sheet package

max thickness stainless steel 12kw

40 mm (1.57 in)

Overview

The Trumpf TruLaser 5040 Fiber is the mid-format version of Trumpf's high-performance 2D fiber laser cutting platform, combining the 5000 series' class-leading 280 m/min positioning speed with a 4,000 x 2,000 mm (157 x 79 in) working area. It's the machine for operations that need both maximum dynamics and larger-than-standard sheet capacity.

Laser power options match the 5030: 6 kW, 9 kW, 12 kW, and 24 kW TruFiber beam sources. Cutting capabilities are identical -- at 12 kW, the machine handles 30 mm mild steel (50 mm with thick-sheet package), 40 mm stainless, and 30 mm aluminum. The 24 kW pushes mild steel to 40 mm standard and 60 mm with the package. The full technology stack carries over: BrightLine fiber, CoolLine, Highspeed Eco, NanoJoints, and PierceLine.

The 5040 weighs 14,300 kg (31,526 lb) with dimensions of 11,200 x 6,373 x 2,200 mm (441 x 251 x 87 in). Table load capacity reaches 2,000 kg without pallet changer, or 3,300 kg with heavy-duty. The 280 m/min positioning speed holds even on the larger format, making the 5040 particularly efficient on large sheets with many parts where the head covers significant distances between cuts.

The 4,000 x 2,000 mm format at 5000 series speed is a rare combination in the market. Most manufacturers offer either high-speed dynamics on standard-format machines or large format at moderate speeds, but not both. The 5040 appeals to fabricators processing oversized sheets who also need the throughput that only high-speed dynamics deliver.

Typical buyers include automotive stamping blank producers running large sheets, HVAC fabricators cutting oversized panels, and industrial equipment manufacturers who need both format and speed. The machine also serves as a more productive alternative to the TruLaser 3040 (same format, but 170 m/min instead of 280 m/min) for shops that have calculated the throughput increase justifies the premium.

New TruLaser 5040 Fiber machines with 6 kW start around $600,000-$750,000. The 12 kW with automation runs $850,000-$1,100,000. The 24 kW fully loaded exceeds $1.3 million.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Working Area	4,000 x 2,000 mm (157 x 79 in)
Laser Type	TruFiber (diode-pumped fiber laser)
Laser Power Options	6 kW / 9 kW / 12 kW / 24 kW
Max Thickness Mild Steel 12kw	30 mm (1.18 in); 50 mm with thick-sheet package
Max Thickness Mild Steel 24kw	40 mm (1.57 in); 60 mm with thick-sheet package
Max Thickness Stainless Steel 12kw	40 mm (1.57 in)
Max Thickness Aluminum 12kw	30 mm (1.18 in)
Max Positioning Speed	280 m/min (simultaneous)
Table Load Capacity	2,000 kg (without pallet changer); 3,300 kg (heavy-duty pallet changer)
Machine Weight	14,300 kg (31,526 lb)
Machine Dimensions	11,200 x 6,373 x 2,200 mm (441 x 251 x 87 in)
CNC Control	Touchpoint HMI (touchscreen)
Cutting Technology	BrightLine fiber, CoolLine, Highspeed Eco, NanoJoints, PierceLine
Length	9229 mm
Width	6145 mm
Height	2200 mm
Weight Of Basic Machine	11700 kg1
Simultaneous	280 m/min
X Axis	3000 mm
Y Axis	1500 mm
Maximum Workpiece Weight Without Heavy Duty Pallet Changer	1100 kg
Maximum Workpiece Weight With Heavy Duty Pallet Changer	1800 kg
Maximum Workpiece Weight On Both Pallets With Heavy Duty Pallet Changer	2200 kg2
Maximum Laser Power	24000 W
Maximum Sheet Thickness Mild Steel	40 mm
Maximum Mild Steel Sheet Thickness With Cutting Package For Thick Sheets	60 mm
Maximum Sheet Thickness Stainless Steel	40 mm
Maximum Stainless Steel Sheet Thickness With Cutting Package For Thick Sheets	60 mm
Maximum Sheet Thickness Aluminum	40 mm
Maximum Sheet Thickness Copper	16 mm
Maximum Sheet Thickness Brass	12.7 mm
Maximum Aluminum Sheet Thickness With Cutting Package For Thick Sheets	40 mm
Average Power Input In Production Trufiber 6001	11 kW
Average Power Input In Production Trufiber 9001	14.5 kW
Average Power Input In Production Trufiber 12001	16 kW
Average Power Input In Production Trufiber 24001	27 kW
Minimal Part Costs	High machine dynamics, even for complex contours, due to powerful drives and dynamic axis motions.
Maximum Laser Power And Minimal Rejects	With 24 kW, the TruFiber 24001 cuts up to three times faster and is particularly reliable thanks to Active Speed Control
The Best Results Without Compromise	BrightLine fiber facilitates excellent part quality and seamless part removal.
Highspeed And Highspeed Eco	A new nozzle design reduces nitrogen consumption by up to 70% – for double the sheet throughput.
Perfect Nozzle Quality	Smart nozzle automation ensures a high quality of nozzle – even in fully automatic operation. The nozzle changer can be pulled out while the machine is cutting and be set up parallel to production.
Simple Operation	The multi-award-winning Touchpoint HMI enables you to operate the machine much faster and more intuitively, with the same excellent performance.
Cut Oversized Sheets	Quickly and easily machine sheet metal measuring 6 x 2 m.
Intricate Cutting Even In Thick Mild Steel	With the CoolLine function, you can even create fine contours in thick mild steel.

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

280 m/min positioning speed on a 4,000 x 2,000 mm format -- a rare combination of high dynamics and large working area
Full 5000 series technology stack (BrightLine, CoolLine, Highspeed Eco) with no features compromised for the larger format
3,300 kg heavy-duty pallet changer capacity supports heavy oversized sheets for continuous production
24 kW option with thick-sheet package cuts up to 60 mm mild steel on the large-format platform
More productive alternative to the TruLaser 3040 -- same format with 65% faster positioning
Linear drive system ensures full dynamic performance across the larger travel distances

Limitations

Significant price premium over both the TruLaser 1040 (entry-level same format) and TruLaser 3040 (mid-range same format)
14,300 kg weight and 11.2 m length require substantial floor space and foundation preparation
280 m/min speed advantage is most valuable on thin sheet -- thick plate work doesn't fully utilize the premium dynamics
Limited used market for high-performance large-format machines compared to standard 5x10 ft platforms
High energy consumption at 24 kW laser -- plan for adequate electrical service and cooling infrastructure

Best For

Automotive stamping blank producers running large sheets at high volume where positioning speed directly impacts throughput HVAC and enclosure manufacturers cutting oversized panels with dense nesting patterns Industrial equipment OEMs needing both format capacity and high-speed dynamics for competitive cycle times Operations that have outgrown the TruLaser 3040's throughput and need more parts per shift from the same format Fabricators processing large sheets of thin stainless and aluminum where the 280 m/min positioning maximizes efficiency Companies running 24/7 production where cycle time reduction on large sheets compounds into major annual output gains

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Trumpf TruLaser 5040 Fiber cost?

New machines with 6 kW start around $600,000-$750,000. The 12 kW with automation runs $850,000-$1,100,000. The 24 kW fully loaded exceeds $1.3 million. The 5040 carries roughly a 15-20% premium over the same-format TruLaser 3040 for the superior dynamics package.

02 How does the TruLaser 5040 compare to the 3040?

Same working area (4,000 x 2,000 mm), same laser options, same cutting capabilities. The 5040 adds 280 m/min positioning (vs 170 m/min on the 3040) and linear drives for superior dynamics. On thin sheet with dense nesting, the 5040 delivers 15-25% shorter cycle times. On thick plate, the difference is minimal. Choose based on your dominant part mix.

03 Is the 5040 format common in the market?

The 4,000 x 2,000 mm format is less common than standard 3,000 x 1,500 mm but growing in popularity. It handles sheets up to approximately 8x13 ft, which many fabricators find bridges the gap between standard and oversized formats. The 5040 is one of the few machines offering this format with high-performance dynamics.

04 Can the 5040 handle heavy plate steel on oversized sheets?

Yes. With the heavy-duty pallet changer supporting 3,300 kg, the 5040 handles thick plate on 4,000 x 2,000 mm sheets. At 12 kW with the thick-sheet package, it cuts 50 mm mild steel. At 24 kW with the package, 60 mm. But the high-speed dynamics that justify the 5000 series premium are less impactful on thick plate work.

05 What automation works with the TruLaser 5040?

The full Trumpf automation ecosystem: LiftMaster for loading/unloading, SortMaster for part sorting, STOPA storage towers, and pallet changers. The 5040's faster dynamics make automation integration even more valuable because the machine empties sheets faster, requiring more frequent material replenishment that automation handles seamlessly.