Trumpf TruLaser Tube 3000 Fiber

$300,000 - $400,000 (new, 2 kW); $400,000 - $550,000 (3 kW with extended LoadMaster) Updated 2025-03-15

Key Specifications

max tube diameter round

152 mm (6 in) standard; 170 mm optional

max profile side length

152 mm; 170 mm outer circle diameter

max raw material length

6,500 mm (LoadMaster 6.5) or 8,000 mm (LoadMaster 8.0)

finished part length

3,000 - 8,000 mm (depending on unloading configuration)

max material weight per meter

18.5 kg/m

max auto load weight

120 - 148 kg (depending on LoadMaster)

Overview

The Trumpf TruLaser Tube 3000 Fiber is the entry point into Trumpf's tube and profile laser cutting lineup, designed for shops that need reliable tube cutting without the complexity and cost of larger tube laser systems. It handles round tubes up to 152 mm (6 in) diameter standard (170 mm optional), rectangular profiles up to 152 mm, and raw material lengths up to 6.5 m or 8.0 m depending on the LoadMaster configuration.

Laser power options include the TruFiber 2001 at 2 kW and TruFiber 3001 at 3 kW. At 2 kW, the machine cuts 8 mm mild steel, 4 mm stainless, 4 mm aluminum, 3 mm copper, and 3 mm brass. The 3 kW model extends stainless and aluminum to 6 mm, and copper and brass to 4 mm. These thickness capabilities cover the vast majority of tube and profile work in furniture manufacturing, architectural metalwork, structural framing, and general fabrication.

The machine features bevel cutting up to 45 degrees for weld preparation on tube joints, which is a significant capability for structural tube fabrication. A self-centering collet chuck with continuous sensor monitoring handles various tube geometries automatically, and an adaptive clamping system accommodates L-profiles and U-profiles beyond standard round and rectangular tubes.

SeamLine Tube is Trumpf's automatic weld seam detection system that identifies the weld seam on tube stock and positions it appropriately before cutting. This ensures the laser doesn't cut through or near the weld seam, which would compromise cut quality and part integrity. Finished part lengths range from 3 m to 8 m depending on the unloading configuration.

The LoadMaster automatic loading system handles up to 120-148 kg per tube with automatic feed and centering. Maximum raw material weight per meter is 18.5 kg. Average power consumption is 6 kW at 2 kW laser or 9 kW at 3 kW -- very efficient for a tube laser system.

New TruLaser Tube 3000 Fiber machines start around $300,000-$400,000 for the 2 kW configuration. The 3 kW model with extended LoadMaster runs $400,000-$550,000. The Tube 3000 competes with the BLM LT5, Mazak FabriGear, and Bystronic ByTube Star in the entry-level tube laser market.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Tube Diameter Round	152 mm (6 in) standard; 170 mm optional
Max Profile Side Length	152 mm; 170 mm outer circle diameter
Max Raw Material Length	6,500 mm (LoadMaster 6.5) or 8,000 mm (LoadMaster 8.0)
Finished Part Length	3,000 - 8,000 mm (depending on unloading configuration)
Max Material Weight Per Meter	18.5 kg/m
Max Auto Load Weight	120 - 148 kg (depending on LoadMaster)
Laser Type	TruFiber (diode-pumped fiber laser)
Laser Power Options	2 kW (TruFiber 2001) / 3 kW (TruFiber 3001)
Max Thickness Mild Steel 3kw	8 mm (0.31 in)
Max Thickness Stainless Steel 3kw	6 mm (0.24 in)
Max Thickness Aluminum 3kw	6 mm (0.24 in)
Max Thickness Copper 3kw	4 mm (0.16 in)
Max Thickness Brass 3kw	4 mm (0.16 in)
Bevel Cutting	Up to 45 degrees
Weld Seam Detection	SeamLine Tube (automatic)
Chuck Type	Self-centering collet chuck with continuous sensor monitoring
Profile Support	Round, rectangular, L-profiles, U-profiles
Avg Power Consumption 2kw	6 kW
Avg Power Consumption 3kw	9 kW
Maximum Outside Diameter	170 mm1
Maximum Side Length And Outer Circle Diameter	152 mm / 170 mm
For Loadmaster Tube 65 M	6500 mm
For Loadmaster Tube 80 M	8000 mm2
For Unloading Unit 3 M	3000 mm
For Unloading Unit 475 M	4750 mm
For Unloading Unit 65 M	6500 mm
For Unloading Unit 8 M	8000 mm
Maximum Path Weight	18.5 kg/m
With Loadmaster Tube 65 M	120 kg
With Loadmaster Tube 80 M	148 kg
Maximum Laser Power	3000 W
Maximum Material Thickness Mild Steel	8 mm / 8 mm
Maximum Material Thickness Stainless Steel	6 mm / 4 mm
Maximum Material Thickness Aluminum	6 mm / 4 mm
Maximum Material Thickness Copper	4 mm
Maximum Material Thickness Brass	4 mm
Consumption Values	9 kW
Particularly Economical	This machine is worth it even when it is not fully utilized.
Reliable Functions And Robust Design	The machine completes many tasks itself - this saves you money and prevents errors.
Easy To Operate	Operation made easy: the machine is easily accessible with minimum set up
Cutting And Clamping With Precision	The TruLaser Tube 3000 fiber delivers quality and precision.
Optimum Result	Solid-state lasers and cutting data from TRUMPF - perfectly matched for the best cutting results.
Short Processing Time	You can cut even small contours particularly quickly thanks to RapidCut.
High Quality Bevel Cuts	You can achieve premium quality even with angles of up to 45° with the bevel cutting option.

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Entry-level pricing brings Trumpf tube laser cutting to shops that can't justify a Tube 5000 or 7000
Bevel cutting up to 45 degrees enables weld-ready tube joints directly from the laser -- no secondary beveling
SeamLine Tube automatic weld seam detection ensures consistent quality without operator intervention
Self-centering collet chuck and adaptive clamping handle round, rectangular, L-profile, and U-profile tubes
Low power consumption (6-9 kW average) keeps operating costs manageable for smaller operations
LoadMaster automatic loading with up to 148 kg capacity enables unattended operation on tube bundles

Limitations

152 mm max tube diameter is limiting for larger structural tube applications -- the Tube 5000 and 7000 handle 180 mm and 254 mm
2-3 kW laser power limits wall thickness capacity -- 8 mm mild steel maximum is the ceiling for this machine
No thick-wall tube capability for heavy structural or process piping applications
Lower laser power means slower cutting speeds on thicker wall tubes compared to higher-powered competitors
Finished part length limited to 3-8 m depending on unloading -- very long parts may require the Tube 7000's 12.5 m capacity

Best For

Furniture and architectural metalwork manufacturers cutting decorative and structural tube profiles General fabrication shops adding tube laser capability to complement existing flatbed laser cutters HVAC and mechanical contractors cutting tube and profile for ductwork frames and supports Structural steel fabricators processing small-to-medium tube sizes for framing and railing Job shops looking for an entry-level tube laser with Trumpf quality and service support Operations processing copper and brass tube for plumbing, heat exchanger, and electrical applications

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Trumpf TruLaser Tube 3000 Fiber cost?

New machines with 2 kW start around $300,000-$400,000. The 3 kW model with extended LoadMaster runs $400,000-$550,000. Used machines from 2019-2022 trade in the $150,000-$300,000 range. The Tube 3000 is Trumpf's most affordable tube laser cutter.

02 What tube sizes can the Tube 3000 handle?

Round tubes up to 152 mm (6 in) diameter standard, 170 mm optional. Rectangular profiles up to 152 mm side length. Also handles L-profiles and U-profiles with the adaptive clamping system. Raw material up to 6.5 m or 8.0 m long. Maximum weight per meter is 18.5 kg.

03 Can the Tube 3000 do bevel cuts for weld preparation?

Yes. The machine cuts bevel angles up to 45 degrees, enabling V-groove and chamfered joints directly on the tube laser. This eliminates separate grinding or beveling operations for weld preparation on tube joints, which is a significant labor savings in structural tube fabrication.

04 What is SeamLine Tube?

SeamLine Tube is Trumpf's automatic weld seam detection system. It identifies the longitudinal weld seam on welded tube stock and positions the tube so that cuts avoid the seam area. This is important because cutting through or near the weld seam can produce inconsistent edge quality, and in structural applications, leaving the seam in a critical joint location can compromise weld quality.

05 Should I buy the 2 kW or 3 kW model?

The 3 kW model extends stainless and aluminum capacity from 4 mm to 6 mm, and copper/brass from 3 mm to 4 mm. If your work includes stainless or aluminum tube above 4 mm wall thickness, the 3 kW is necessary. For thin-wall tube work primarily in mild steel, the 2 kW delivers adequate performance at a lower price. The 3 kW also cuts thin material faster, so high-volume thin-wall production benefits from the extra power.

06 How does the Tube 3000 compare to the BLM LT5?

Both are entry-level tube lasers targeting similar markets. The BLM LT5 handles slightly larger tubes (up to 170 mm) but the Trumpf offers SeamLine weld seam detection and integration with Trumpf's TruTops CAM ecosystem. BLM has a stronger reputation specifically in tube processing, while Trumpf brings broader sheet metal fabrication ecosystem integration. Test-cut both with your typical materials before deciding.