TRUMPF TruPunch 1000s

TruPunch 1000s: 200 kN (20 tons), 25 stations, 1,500 x 1,250 mm max sheet. TruPunch 2000: 220 kN (22 tons), 36 stations (with MultiTool option), 1,500 x 2,500 mm max sheet, higher axis speeds. The TruPunch 2000 processes full 4 x 8 ft sheets that the 1000s cannot; the 2000 has more turret stations for greater tooling variety; and the 2000's MultiTool system provides effective tooling capacity exceeding 200 punch positions. The 1000s costs approximately 20–35% less than the 2000 — appropriate for shops where the sheet size and production volume fit within the 1000s's limitations.

Yes. The TruPunch 1000s supports TRUMPF forming tools for louvers, lances (for grilles), dimples, bridge extrusions, and tab-and-slot features using standard TRUMPF forming tool catalog items. The servo-electric drive's programmable punch velocity enables gentle approach speed for forming tools, reducing material springback and deformation that occurs with high-velocity punch impacts. Forming requires appropriate forming punch and die sets — these are ordered separately from TRUMPF's forming tool catalog. Note that forming tool stroke height exceeds the flat punch stroke, so the Z-axis must accommodate the forming tool's larger stroke.

TruTops Punch workflow: (1) Import DXF part geometry from CAD system; (2) Assign punch operations to each feature (circle = round punch, rectangle = oblong punch, form features = forming tool); (3) TruTops automatically selects appropriate tools from the defined turret setup; (4) Define punching sequence and lead-in/approach paths; (5) Generate nesting for multiple parts on the sheet; (6) Post-process to machine program. The software provides visual simulation of the punching sequence before sending to the machine. TruTops stores material parameters (punch/die clearances, speeds per material/thickness) for automated parameter assignment.

The TruPunch 1000s is TRUMPF's entry-level model and is primarily designed for manual sheet loading and unloading. Limited automation options may be available through TRUMPF's modular automation components, but the 1000s is not designed for full automated loading systems like the SheetMaster that TRUMPF offers on their larger TruPunch 3000, 5000, and TruMatic machines. For shops requiring automated loading/unloading on a punch press, the TruPunch 3000 or 5000 with SheetMaster automation is the appropriate configuration.

Sheet throughput depends on part complexity (number of holes, features) and sheet size. For a typical electrical enclosure back panel (50–80 holes, 3 formed features) on a 1,200 x 1,000 mm sheet: cycle time approximately 2–3 minutes including repositioning and tool changes. Output: 20–30 panels per shift. For a simple bracket pattern (15 holes, no forming) on 600 x 400 mm blanks with 4 parts per sheet: 45–60 seconds per sheet, 60–80 sheets per shift (240–320 brackets). Simple perforated sheet (uniform hole pattern): highest throughput, up to 5,000–10,000 holes per hour at 700 hits/min with short step moves. The actual production rate for each specific part requires cycle time analysis.