TRUMPF TruMatic 1000 Fiber

$300,000 - $480,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

punching force

180 kN (20 US ton)

laser power

2 kW or 3 kW TruFiber (fiber laser)

sheet thickness max

6 mm mild steel punch; 4 mm stainless laser; 6 mm aluminum laser

sheet size max

1,250 x 2,500 mm

number of tools

Up to 16 stations (mixed)

hits per minute max

Approx. 350 hpm (punch mode)

Overview

The TRUMPF TruMatic 1000 Fiber is a compact combined punch/laser machine that pairs a CNC turret punch press with a fiber laser cutting head on a single, space-efficient platform. Replacing earlier CO2 laser combination models in the entry-level segment, the TruMatic 1000 Fiber leverages solid-state fiber laser technology for improved energy efficiency, lower operating costs, and superior cutting performance on reflective materials such as aluminum, copper, and brass.

The fiber laser source — typically a TruFiber unit at 2 kW or 3 kW — enables the TruMatic 1000 Fiber to cut thin sheet metals at speeds that approach or match dedicated fiber laser machines in the same power class, while the integrated turret punch head handles high-speed hole punching, forming operations, tapping, and thread forms that a pure laser machine cannot produce. The combination eliminates secondary operations and reduces the number of setups needed to complete complex panel parts.

The turret accommodates a compact tooling arrangement suited to the machine's footprint, with enough stations for most standard hole and form patterns. The punch section delivers a rated force appropriate for processing mild steel, stainless, and aluminum in the gauges most common in enclosure, HVAC, and precision sheet metal work. The laser path includes TRUMPF's automatic focus adjustment, allowing the same program to cut varying material thicknesses without manual refocusing.

Programming is performed in TRUMPF's TruTops Boost or TruTops Punch/Laser CAM environment, which intelligently distributes features between the punch and laser processes to minimize total cycle time. The system can automatically nest punch-only, laser-only, and combined-process parts on the same sheet, maximizing material utilization.

The TruMatic 1000 Fiber is particularly well-suited to precision sheet metal fabricators, electronics enclosure manufacturers, and job shops requiring flexibility across thin sheet materials including reflective metals. Its fiber laser core makes it significantly more capable on aluminum and copper than its CO2 predecessors, while the compact machine envelope allows installation in facilities where a full-size combination machine would not fit.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Punching Force	180 kN (20 US ton)
Laser Power	2 kW or 3 kW TruFiber (fiber laser)
Sheet Thickness Max	6 mm mild steel punch; 4 mm stainless laser; 6 mm aluminum laser
Sheet Size Max	1,250 x 2,500 mm
Number Of Tools	Up to 16 stations (mixed)
Hits Per Minute Max	Approx. 350 hpm (punch mode)
Positioning Speed	80 m/min (X and Y)
CNC Control	TRUMPF TruTops Boost / BOSCH Rexroth
Machine Weight	Approx. 8,500 kg
Arno Bayer Head Of Industrial Engineering Joining At Ekpo	We particularly appreciate the TruFiber's combination of outstanding beam quality and process reliability.
Gerhard Steinhuber Samps Steinhuber Gmbh	For us, the Flex Cell is an ideal solution in terms of cost-benefit ratio.
Bjrn Mller Head Of Production Factory 2 Gedia Gmbh	It was a really good collaborative project. Together, we searched for solutions that perfectly met our individual requirements.
Joseph Gampp Division Manager Of Product Management Feinwerktechnik Hago	The technology fits perfectly into our strategic alignment.

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Fiber laser enables high-speed cutting on aluminum, copper, and reflective materials
Lower operating cost than CO2 laser combination machines
Compact footprint for a combined punch/laser platform
Single setup for complex parts requiring both punched features and laser contours
Automatic focus adjustment simplifies multi-thickness programming

Limitations

Fewer tool stations than larger TRUMPF combination models
Laser power ceiling lower than dedicated high-power fiber laser cutters
Higher initial cost than a standalone punch press of comparable punching capability

Best For

Precision sheet metal fabricators working with thin gauge and reflective materials Electronics and telecommunications enclosure manufacturers Job shops requiring punch and laser flexibility without full-size machine footprint Facilities transitioning from CO2 combination machines to fiber laser technology

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Why does the TruMatic 1000 Fiber use a fiber laser instead of CO2?

Fiber lasers offer significantly better cutting performance on reflective materials like aluminum, copper, and brass that absorb fiber wavelengths more efficiently than CO2. Fiber lasers also have lower operating costs — no laser gas consumption, higher wall-plug efficiency — and longer beam delivery component life.

02 What materials can the TruMatic 1000 Fiber process?

The punch section handles mild steel up to 6 mm, stainless steel up to 4 mm, and aluminum up to 6 mm. The fiber laser cuts mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and brass in thin-to-medium gauges. The combination covers virtually all sheet metal materials used in precision fabrication.

03 How does the TruMatic 1000 Fiber split work between punch and laser?

TRUMPF's TruTops CAM software automatically allocates features to punch or laser based on geometry and efficiency. Standard round and rectangular holes above a minimum size go to the punch for speed; fine details, contours, and sub-minimum holes go to the laser. The operator can override allocations manually if needed.

04 Can the TruMatic 1000 Fiber handle production automation?

The TruMatic 1000 Fiber supports connection to TRUMPF's automation systems including the SheetMaster and Linear Store configurations, though its primary market is small to medium shops often running it standalone. Automation integration is available but sold separately.

05 How does the TruMatic 1000 Fiber compare to the TruMatic 3000 Fiber?

The TruMatic 3000 Fiber offers higher punching force, more tool stations, faster cycle speeds, and broader automation options. The TruMatic 1000 Fiber is the entry-level fiber combination machine — lower cost, smaller footprint, adequate for lower to medium production volumes and simpler part programs.