Trumpf TruLaser 1060 Fiber
Key Specifications
working area
laser type
laser power options
max thickness mild steel 4kw
max thickness mild steel 12kw
max thickness stainless steel 12kw
Overview
The Trumpf TruLaser 1060 Fiber is the largest machine in Trumpf's entry-level 2D fiber laser cutting series, offering a massive 6,000 x 2,500 mm (236 x 98 in) working area. That's a full 10x20 ft sheet capacity, which puts it in territory typically reserved for heavy plate fabricators, shipbuilders, and structural steel operations. Despite the size, it maintains the same accessible pricing tier as the rest of the 1000 series.
The laser power options mirror the rest of the 1000 family: 4 kW, 6 kW, 9 kW, and 12 kW TruFiber beam sources. Cutting capabilities are identical -- 30 mm mild steel at 12 kW (35 mm with thick-sheet package), 40 mm stainless (50 mm with package), 30 mm aluminum, and 12.7 mm copper or brass. Maximum positioning speed holds at 140 m/min simultaneous across all axes.
At 15,500 x 7,150 x 2,200 mm (610 x 281 x 87 in) and 16,500 kg (36,376 lb), this is a substantial machine. Table load capacity reaches 2,900 kg without pallet changer, or up to 5,700 kg with the heavy-duty pallet changer on both pallets combined. That load capacity is essential when you're running 10x20 ft sheets of 25 mm plate steel that weigh over 2 tons each.
The machine runs the same Touchpoint HMI control, single-cutting-head strategy with automatic focus adjustment, NanoJoints technology, PierceLine piercing control, and collision protection as every other machine in the 1000 series. TruTops Boost handles CAM programming and nesting. The consistency across the platform means operators trained on the 1030 can walk up to the 1060 and start cutting immediately.
The 1060 format serves a specific market segment: fabricators who need large-format cutting capacity but can't justify the price of a TruLaser 3060 or 5060. Structural steel, wind energy components, heavy equipment panels, and marine applications all benefit from processing full-size sheets in a single setup rather than splitting parts across multiple smaller sheets.
New TruLaser 1060 Fiber machines with a 4 kW laser start around $400,000-$500,000. The 12 kW configuration with automation runs $700,000-$900,000. The heavy-duty pallet changer is essentially mandatory at this format size, as manually loading 10x20 ft sheets is impractical for production work.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Working Area | 6,000 x 2,500 mm (236 x 98 in) |
| Laser Type | TruFiber (diode-pumped fiber laser) |
| Laser Power Options | 4 kW / 6 kW / 9 kW / 12 kW |
| Max Thickness Mild Steel 4kw | 22 mm (0.87 in); 25 mm with thick-sheet package |
| Max Thickness Mild Steel 12kw | 30 mm (1.18 in); 35 mm with thick-sheet package |
| Max Thickness Stainless Steel 12kw | 40 mm (1.57 in); 50 mm with thick-sheet package |
| Max Thickness Aluminum 12kw | 30 mm (1.18 in) |
| Max Thickness Copper 12kw | 12.7 mm (0.50 in) |
| Max Thickness Brass 12kw | 12.7 mm (0.50 in) |
| Max Positioning Speed | 140 m/min (simultaneous) |
| Table Load Capacity | 2,900 kg (without pallet changer); 5,700 kg (heavy-duty, both pallets) |
| Machine Weight | 16,500 kg (36,376 lb) |
| Machine Dimensions | 15,500 x 7,150 x 2,200 mm (610 x 281 x 87 in) |
| CNC Control | Touchpoint HMI (touchscreen) |
| Cutting Head | Single-cutting-head strategy with automatic focus adjustment |
| Avg Power Consumption 4kw | 10 kW |
| Avg Power Consumption 12kw | 16 kW |
| Length | 9333 mm |
| Width | 5990 mm |
| Height | 2200 mm |
| Weight Of Basic Machine | 9400 kg1 |
| Simultaneous | 140 m/min |
| X Axis | 3000 mm |
| Y Axis | 1500 mm |
| Maximum Workpiece Weight Without Heavy Duty Pallet Changer | 900 kg |
| Maximum Workpiece Weight With Heavy Duty Pallet Changer | 1800 kg |
| Maximum Workpiece Weight On Both Pallets With Heavy Duty Pallet Changer | 2200 kg2 |
| Maximum Laser Power | 12000 W |
| Maximum Sheet Thickness Mild Steel | 30 mm |
| Maximum Mild Steel Sheet Thickness With Cutting Package For Thick Sheets | 35 mm |
| Maximum Sheet Thickness Stainless Steel | 40 mm |
| Maximum Stainless Steel Sheet Thickness With Cutting Package For Thick Sheets | 50 mm |
| Maximum Sheet Thickness Aluminum | 30 mm |
| Maximum Sheet Thickness Copper | 12.7 mm |
| Maximum Sheet Thickness Brass | 12.7 mm |
| Average Power Input In Production Trufiber 4001 | 10 kW |
| Average Power Input In Production Trufiber 6001 | 11 kW |
| Average Power Input In Production Trufiber 9001 | 14.5 kW |
| Average Power Input In Production Trufiber 12001 | 16 kW |
| Perfect Introduction Perfect Addition | Perfect economy even with low to medium utilization |
| Just Get Started | Intuitive operation with Touchpoint control, and easy to get started thanks to integrated cutting data |
| High Quality | The machine is robust, durable and provides perfect results |
| Safe Laser Cutting | Maximum safety during operation thanks to enclosed protective housing and beam guard |
| Automation Made Easy | Autonomous work is possible |
Specifications sourced from trumpf.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 6,000 x 2,500 mm working area handles full 10x20 ft sheets in a single setup -- no part splitting or repositioning required
- 5,700 kg heavy-duty pallet changer capacity supports the massive sheet weights that come with large-format thick plate work
- Same TruFiber beam sources and cutting technology as the 1030 and 1040 -- consistent cut quality across the entire 1000 series
- Entry-level pricing tier makes 10x20 ft Trumpf laser cutting accessible without the cost of a TruLaser 3060 or 5060
- Operators trained on any Trumpf Touchpoint HMI machine can run the 1060 immediately with zero retraining
- 12 kW option with thick-sheet package cuts 35 mm mild steel and 50 mm stainless at this format size
Limitations
- 16,500 kg weight and 15.5 m length demand serious floor space and foundation preparation -- not a machine you drop into an existing shop without planning
- 140 m/min positioning speed across a 6,000 mm X-axis means significant non-cutting travel time on nested sheets with parts spread across the bed
- Resale market for large-format entry-level machines is limited compared to standard 5x10 ft platforms
- Heavy-duty pallet changer is practically mandatory at this size, adding $50,000-$100,000 to the base configuration
- Fewer automation integration options than the 3060 or 5060 -- limited lights-out production scaling potential
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New machines with a 4 kW laser start around $400,000-$500,000. The 12 kW configuration with heavy-duty pallet changer and automation runs $700,000-$900,000. That's significantly less than a TruLaser 3060 or 5060 of similar format, making the 1060 the most cost-effective path to large-format Trumpf laser cutting.
02
The machine measures 15,500 x 7,150 x 2,200 mm (610 x 281 x 87 in). With pallet changer operation, material staging, and service access, plan for approximately 20 x 10 meters (65 x 33 ft) minimum. Foundation requirements include level concrete capable of supporting 16,500 kg plus loaded sheet weight, which can exceed 5,000 kg with the heavy-duty pallet changer.
03
At 140 m/min simultaneous, the 1060 is slower than the 3060 (170 m/min) or 5060 (280 m/min). On large nested sheets with many small parts, the speed difference adds up because the head travels longer distances between cuts. On thick plate with fewer, larger parts, cutting speed is the bottleneck and positioning speed matters less. Evaluate your typical part mix before deciding between the 1000 and 3000 series.
04
Without a pallet changer, the table supports 2,900 kg. With the heavy-duty pallet changer, a single pallet handles 4,900 kg, and both pallets combined support 5,700 kg. A full 10x20 ft sheet of 25 mm mild steel weighs approximately 2,900 kg, so the heavy-duty pallet changer provides adequate margin for thick plate work.
05
Yes -- the cutting capabilities are determined by the TruFiber beam source, not the machine format. Both the 1060 and 3060 offer the same laser power options (4-12 kW) and cut the same thicknesses. The 3060 adds BrightLine fiber technology, CoolLine, and Highspeed Eco mode for better edge quality and gas savings, but raw cutting capacity is equivalent.
06
For production work, yes. Manually loading and positioning 10x20 ft sheets is slow and unsafe. The heavy-duty pallet changer allows continuous operation: one pallet loads while the other cuts. The 4,900 kg single-pallet capacity handles all but the heaviest plate work. Budget for it as part of the base machine cost.
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