Machine Comparison
Matsuura LUMEX Avance-60 vs Trumpf TruPrint 1000
Matsuura vs Trumpf · Metal Additive Manufacturing
Summary
The Matsuura LUMEX Avance-60 from Matsuura and Trumpf TruPrint 1000 from Trumpf are direct competitors in the metal additive manufacturing category. The Trumpf TruPrint 1000 leads in laser power (200 W vs 1 kW (500 W option available)). These machines are closely matched across most specifications, making the decision more about specific feature priorities, dealer support, and your existing shop ecosystem than raw spec advantages. Both machines are proven performers in production environments and represent solid investments for shops in the market for a metal additive manufacturing.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Matsuura LUMEX Avance-60 | Trumpf TruPrint 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Laser Power | 1 kW (500 W option available) | 200 W ▲ |
| Build Volume | 600 x 600 x 500 mm (23.6 x 23.6 x 19.7 in) ▲ | Cylindrical: 100 mm (3.9 in) diameter x 100 mm (3.9 in) height |
| Laser Type | Fiber laser | Trumpf fiber laser |
| Layer Thickness | 0.02 - 0.1 mm | 10 - 50 um (0.0004 - 0.002 in) ▲ |
| Materials | Maraging steel, Ti6Al4V, 316L SS, 630 SS, CoCr, Ni 718, AlSi10Mg | Stainless steels, tool steels, titanium alloys, cobalt-chrome, precious metals, aluminum alloys |
| Price Range | $800,000 - $1,200,000 | $170,000 - $250,000 (new, configuration dependent) ▲ |
Advantages
Matsuura LUMEX Avance-60
- Superior build volume at 600 x 600 x 500 mm (23.6 x 23.6 x 19.7 in) vs Cylindrical: 100 mm (3.9 in) diameter x 100 mm (3.9 in) height
- Backed by Matsuura's dealer and service network for parts and support
- Injection mold toolmakers producing inserts with conformal cooling channels that reduce molding cycle times by 20-40%
Trumpf TruPrint 1000
- Superior laser power at 200 W vs 1 kW (500 W option available)
- Superior layer thickness at 10 - 50 um (0.0004 - 0.002 in) vs 0.02 - 0.1 mm
- More competitive pricing at $170,000 - $250,000 (new, configuration dependent) compared to $800,000 - $1,200,000
Verdict
This is a close matchup. The Matsuura LUMEX Avance-60 and Trumpf TruPrint 1000 trade advantages across different specifications, making neither a clear winner on paper alone. Your decision should come down to practical factors: which dealer is closer, which control system your operators already know, what tooling ecosystem you're invested in, and which machine's specific strengths match your highest-volume work. Get quotes on both, run test cuts with your actual parts if possible, and factor in long-term service and support costs.