Trumpf TruLaser Cell 5030 Hotforming Edition

$800,000 - $1,500,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

working range x

3,300 mm (130 in)

working range y

1,500 mm (59 in)

working range z

600 mm (23.6 in)

b axis range

+/-135 degrees

c axis range

n x 360 degrees (continuous)

axes

5 (X, Y, Z, B, C)

Overview

The Trumpf TruLaser Cell 5030 Hotforming Edition is a 5-axis 3D laser cutting cell specifically optimized for trimming and cutting openings in hot-stamped, press-hardened steel body components used in automotive structural applications. Hot-formed parts -- B-pillars, A-pillar reinforcements, side impact beams, and structural tunnel components -- are made from ultra-high-strength boron steels (22MnB5) that reach tensile strengths above 1,500 MPa after press hardening.

The working envelope covers 3,300 x 1,500 x 600 mm (130 x 59 x 23.6 in) on X/Y/Z axes, with a B-axis range of +/-135 degrees and a continuous C-axis. Maximum workpiece dimensions are 2,840 x 1,040 x 370 mm (112 x 41 x 14.6 in). The machine operates at Dynamic Level 3 with 9.5 m/s2 linear acceleration and 16.5 m/s2 simultaneous acceleration -- significantly higher than the standard TruLaser Cell 5030.

Laser power comes from a 3-4 kW TruFiber solid-state source. Linear axis speeds reach 60 m/min individually and 104 m/min simultaneously. Positioning accuracy is +/-0.08 mm on linear axes and +/-0.015 degrees on rotary axes. X-Blast nozzle technology doubles the working distance between nozzle and workpiece.

The Hotforming Edition includes a two-station rotary table with a 4,000 mm diameter plate. Maximum load is 260 kg per side. Typical rotation time is 2.4 seconds with total non-productive time of 4.5 seconds between parts.

FastLine Cell Basic provides simplified at-machine programming, while ObserveLine monitors the process in real time. The machine integrates with TruTops Cell offline programming software.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Working Range X	3,300 mm (130 in)
Working Range Y	1,500 mm (59 in)
Working Range Z	600 mm (23.6 in)
B Axis Range	+/-135 degrees
C Axis Range	n x 360 degrees (continuous)
Axes	5 (X, Y, Z, B, C)
Max Workpiece Size	2,840 x 1,040 x 370 mm (112 x 41 x 14.6 in)
Laser Power	3,000 - 4,000 W (TruFiber solid-state)
Max Linear Speed	60 m/min per axis
Max Simultaneous Speed	104 m/min
Linear Acceleration	9.5 m/s2
Simultaneous Acceleration	16.5 m/s2
Rotary Axis Speed	60 RPM
Linear Positioning Accuracy	+/-0.08 mm
Rotary Positioning Accuracy	+/-0.015 degrees
Rotary Table Diameter	4,000 mm
Rotary Table Load Per Side	260 kg (573 lb)
Rotary Table Rotation Time	2.4 seconds
Total Non Productive Time	4.5 seconds
Dynamics Level	Dynamic Level 3
CNC Control	Trumpf TruTops Cell
Maximum Number Of Axes	5
X Axis Travel Range	3300 mm
Y Axis Travel Range	1500 mm
Z Axis Travel Range	600 mm
B Axis Travel Range	± 135 °
C Axis Travel Range	n x 360 °
Maximum Workpiece Size In X	2840 mm
Maximum Workpiece Size In Y	1040 mm
Maximum Workpiece Size In Z	370 mm
Maximum Axis Speed Axially Parallel In X	60 m/min
Maximum Axis Speed Axially Parallel In Y	60 m/min
Maximum Axis Speed Axially Parallel In Z	60 m/min
Maximum Axis Speed Simultaneous	104 m/min
Maximum Axis Speed Of B Axis	60 1/min
Maximum Axis Speed Of C Axis	60 1/min
Maximum Axis Acceleration Axially Parallel In X	9.5 m/s2
Maximum Axis Acceleration Axially Parallel In Y	9.5 m/s2
Maximum Axis Acceleration Axially Parallel In Z	9.5 m/s2
Maximum Axis Acceleration Simultaneous	16.5 m/s2
Maximum Axis Acceleration Of B Axis	200 rad/s2
Maximum Axis Acceleration Of C Axis	100 rad/s2
Positioning Accuracy Of Linear Axes	0.08 mm
Positioning Accuracy Of Rotary Axes	0.015 °
Maximum Laser Power	3000 W - 4000 W
Available Lasers	TruFiber
Maximum Loading Per Side	260 kg
Work Stations	2
Typical Total Non Productive Time	4.5 s
Typical Rotation Time	2.4 s
Diameter Of Rotary Plate	4000 mm
Working Height	700 mm
Productive	With good basic machine dynamics with Dynamic Level 3, the machine outperforms the competition in the same segment.
Short Non Productive Times	The rotary table minimizes the rotation time. When combined with optimized approach and departure motions, short non-productive times can be achieved.
Outstanding Robustness	Experience gained from the largest install base design of 3D hot-forming machines has been applied to the new machine.
Diverse Functions	Optimum production processes due to functions such as X-Blast technology, FastLine Cell Basic or ObserveLine Comfort & Professional.

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Dynamic Level 3 delivers 9.5 m/s2 linear and 16.5 m/s2 simultaneous acceleration
Two-station rotary table with 2.4-second rotation enables load-while-cutting operation
X-Blast nozzle doubles nozzle-to-workpiece distance for collision-free cutting on deep-drawn components
Purpose-built for ultra-high-strength press-hardened boron steels (1,500+ MPa)
3,300 mm X-axis travel accommodates the largest automotive body panels and B-pillars
4.5-second total non-productive time supports high-volume body-in-white production takt time

Limitations

Specialized for automotive hot-forming -- over-specified for general-purpose 3D laser cutting
260 kg per-side table load is lower than the standard Cell 5030 at 710 kg
600 mm Z-axis travel is 100 mm less than the standard Cell 5030
Requires sustained automotive production volumes to justify the investment

Best For

Automotive Tier 1 suppliers trimming hot-stamped B-pillars and structural components Body-in-white production lines requiring high-speed 5-axis laser trimming Hot stamping operations needing integrated trimming for complex 3D geometries Automotive OEMs producing structural crash components from 22MnB5 steel High-volume production where 4.5-second changeover is essential for takt time

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the Hotforming Edition and the standard Cell 5030?

Dynamic Level 3 provides higher acceleration (9.5 vs 8 m/s2), the rotary table enables 4.5-second changeover, and X-axis travel is 3,300 mm vs 3,000 mm. The standard has larger Z-axis (700 vs 600 mm) and higher table load (710 vs 260 kg).

02 Why laser cutting for hot-formed parts?

Press-hardened boron steels exceed 1,500 MPa tensile strength. Mechanical dies wear rapidly. Laser cutting produces consistent edge quality without tool wear and handles complex 3D paths without dedicated die tooling.

03 What cycle times are achievable?

For typical B-pillars, Dynamic Level 3 acceleration plus 4.5-second rotary changeover enables competitive cycles. Loading occurs during cutting for near-continuous operation.

04 Can it also weld?

The platform supports welding via 2-in-1 laser light cable, but the Hotforming Edition is primarily configured for cutting. Most production lines use dedicated welding stations.