Trumpf TruPrint 5000

$800,000 - $1,500,000+ (new, configuration dependent) Updated 2025-03-15

Key Specifications

build volume

Cylindrical: 300 mm (11.8 in) diameter x 400 mm (15.7 in) height

laser type

Trumpf fiber laser

laser power

3x 500 W (Fullfield Multilaser)

build rate

Up to 90 cm3/h (5.5 in3/h)

layer thickness

30 - 150 um (0.0012 - 0.006 in)

preheating

Up to 500 degrees C

Overview

The Trumpf TruPrint 5000 is the flagship of Trumpf's metal additive manufacturing lineup -- a production-grade laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) system engineered for series manufacturing of metal parts in the most demanding aerospace, energy, and medical applications. With a cylindrical build volume of 300 mm diameter by 400 mm height, three 500 W Trumpf fiber lasers in Fullfield configuration, and preheating up to 500 degrees C, it's built for the materials and volumes that smaller LPBF systems cannot handle.

The triple-laser Fullfield Multilaser configuration is the TruPrint 5000's throughput engine. All three 500 W lasers can access the entire build area simultaneously -- not split-field, not zone-restricted. Three lasers working the full build plate deliver roughly triple the build rate of a single-laser system regardless of part geometry and nesting arrangement. Build rates reach up to 90 cm3/h depending on material, layer thickness, and exposure strategy, which approaches the productivity needed for series production rather than just prototyping.

The 500 degree C preheating capability is the TruPrint 5000's technology differentiator. While the TruPrint 2000 and 3000 max out at 200 degrees C, 500 degree C preheating is critical for processing crack-sensitive high-gamma-prime nickel superalloys (think turbine blades in CMSX-4 or Mar-M247), high-carbon tool steels, and other materials that develop intolerable residual stress or hot cracking at lower preheat temperatures. This opens up material families that most LPBF systems simply cannot process.

Automatic build cylinder exchange enables semi-automated production workflows. When one build finishes, the completed cylinder can be exchanged for a fresh one while the finished build cools and is processed externally. This keeps the machine running rather than sitting idle during unpacking and cooldown -- critical for shops trying to maximize utilization on a $800K+ piece of equipment.

Powder management is fully industrial with automated sieving and recirculation under inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon). The closed-loop powder system handles reactive materials like titanium with minimal operator exposure. Supported materials include the full LPBF range: stainless steels, tool steels, aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, nickel-base superalloys, cobalt-chrome, and copper alloys.

Quality monitoring is comprehensive: Melt Pool Monitoring tracks all three lasers independently in real time, and Powder Bed Monitoring captures every deposited layer for post-build analysis. TruTops Print software manages the complete workflow. Layer thickness ranges from 30 to 150 um.

The TruPrint 5000 occupies a footprint of approximately 4,616 x 2,068 x 2,538 mm with a machine weight around 7,500 kg. It requires industrial 3-phase power and dedicated inert gas supply infrastructure.

New TruPrint 5000 systems typically run $800,000 to $1,500,000+ depending on monitoring packages, automation options, and material configurations. That places it at the top of the medium-format LPBF market alongside systems like the EOS M 400-4, SLM Solutions NXG XII 600, and GE Additive Concept Laser M2. The 500 degree C preheat capability and triple Fullfield laser configuration are the TruPrint 5000's unique value propositions.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Build Volume	Cylindrical: 300 mm (11.8 in) diameter x 400 mm (15.7 in) height
Laser Type	Trumpf fiber laser
Laser Power	3x 500 W (Fullfield Multilaser)
Build Rate	Up to 90 cm3/h (5.5 in3/h)
Layer Thickness	30 - 150 um (0.0012 - 0.006 in)
Preheating	Up to 500 degrees C
Inert Gas	Nitrogen or Argon
Materials	Stainless steels, tool steels, aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, nickel-base superalloys, cobalt-chrome, copper alloys
Software	TruTops Print
Monitoring	Melt Pool Monitoring (3-laser), Powder Bed Monitoring
Powder Management	Automated sieving and recirculation under inert atmosphere
Build Cylinder Exchange	Automatic (semi-automated production)
Machine Dimensions	~4,616 x 2,068 x 2,538 mm (181.7 x 81.4 x 99.9 in)
Machine Weight	~7,500 kg (16,535 lb)
Electrical	400/460 V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Triple 500 W Fullfield Multilaser -- all three lasers access the entire build area simultaneously for roughly 3x single-laser throughput without zone restrictions
500 degree C preheating opens up crack-sensitive nickel superalloys and high-carbon tool steels that most LPBF systems cannot process without cracking
Automatic build cylinder exchange enables semi-automated production workflows -- the machine starts the next build while the finished cylinder cools externally
Melt Pool Monitoring across all three lasers independently provides comprehensive in-process quality data for aerospace and medical traceability requirements
Industrial powder management with automated sieving and inert atmosphere recirculation handles reactive materials like titanium with minimal operator exposure
Trumpf builds its own fiber lasers in-house, delivering tighter integration between laser source, beam delivery, and process parameters than competitors using third-party lasers

Limitations

Entry price above $800K climbing past $1.5M makes this a major capital investment that requires serious production volume or high-value parts to justify
Cylindrical 300 mm diameter build volume is smaller than rectangular alternatives like the EOS M 400-4 (400 x 400 mm) for nesting efficiency
7,500 kg machine weight and 4.6 x 2.1 meter footprint require industrial infrastructure, reinforced flooring, and dedicated gas supply
Trumpf's proprietary ecosystem for software, parameters, and service creates vendor lock-in that's harder to work around than more open platforms
Smaller installed base than EOS or SLM Solutions means fewer third-party parameter sets and less published research available for new materials

Best For

Aerospace manufacturers producing turbine blades, structural brackets, and flight-critical components in nickel superalloys and titanium that require 500 degree C preheating Power generation and energy companies building hot-section turbine components in crack-sensitive superalloys that cannot be processed at lower preheat temperatures Medical device manufacturers requiring full in-process quality documentation (Melt Pool Monitoring) for regulatory compliance on Ti6Al4V and CoCr implants Series production operations where triple-laser throughput and automatic build cylinder exchange enable near-continuous machine utilization Advanced materials research facilities developing LPBF parameters for high-temperature alloys that need 500 degree C preheating capability Defense and space manufacturers building mission-critical components where Trumpf's laser quality, monitoring, and traceability justify the premium investment

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Trumpf TruPrint 5000 cost?

New TruPrint 5000 systems typically run $800,000 to $1,500,000+ depending on monitoring packages, automation options, and material configurations. A base system with standard monitoring sits at the lower end, while fully configured systems with complete Melt Pool Monitoring, automatic build cylinder exchange, and external depowdering station push toward the upper range. Installation and commissioning add to the total investment.

02 Why does the TruPrint 5000 need 500 degree C preheating?

500 degree C preheating is critical for processing crack-sensitive materials, particularly high-gamma-prime nickel superalloys used in aerospace turbine applications (CMSX-4, Mar-M247, IN738). These alloys develop hot cracking during solidification at lower preheat temperatures due to the large thermal gradients inherent in LPBF. Elevating the entire build to 500 degrees C reduces the thermal gradient, suppresses cracking, and enables processing of materials that are impossible to print on 200 degree C systems.

03 What's the difference between the TruPrint 5000 and TruPrint 3000?

The TruPrint 5000 has three 500 W lasers (vs the 3000's two 500/700 W), 500 degree C preheating (vs 200 degrees C), automatic build cylinder exchange, and is positioned for production of high-temperature alloys. The TruPrint 3000 is more versatile and less expensive ($500K-$800K vs $800K-$1.5M+). Build volumes are identical (300 mm diameter x 400 mm height). Choose the 5000 for crack-sensitive superalloys and continuous production; the 3000 for general-purpose industrial AM.

04 How does the automatic build cylinder exchange work?

When a build completes, the build cylinder containing the finished parts in powder can be removed from the machine and replaced with a fresh cylinder loaded with a new build plate and fresh powder supply. The completed build cools and is unpacked externally while the machine starts the next job. This eliminates the hours of machine downtime that would otherwise occur during cooldown and depowdering, maximizing machine utilization.

05 How does the TruPrint 5000 compare to the EOS M 400-4?

The EOS M 400-4 offers a larger 400 x 400 x 400 mm rectangular build volume with four 400 W lasers. The TruPrint 5000 counters with 500 degree C preheating (EOS offers 200-500 degrees C depending on configuration), Fullfield trilaser coverage (no zone restrictions), and Trumpf's in-house laser technology. EOS has a vastly larger installed base and more published parameters. The TruPrint 5000's unique advantage is the 500 degree C preheat for crack-sensitive superalloys.

06 What materials require 500 degree C preheating?

The primary beneficiaries are high-gamma-prime nickel superalloys (CMSX-4, CM247LC, Mar-M247, IN738) used in aerospace and power generation turbine components. High-carbon tool steels that crack at lower preheat temperatures also benefit. Standard LPBF alloys like Ti6Al4V, 316L, Inconel 718, and AlSi10Mg process fine at 200 degrees C preheating. The 500 degree C capability is a niche but critical differentiator for specific high-value applications.