Oxford Lasers

Laser micromachining is a very powerful method for the production of micro-parts or micro-features on larger parts. Feature sizes down to 1 micron can be produced in the right circumstances and holes or features of 5 microns and above are routine. Oxford Lasers has a number of state of the art micromachining systems that are available for R&D or sub-contract manufacture. These systems are designed to be flexible so that many different processes can be investigated.

The laser systems can be used for micromachining, micro-drilling, micro-cutting, precision machining, fine cutting, microfabrication, ablation studies, MEMS, scribing, etching, marking, engraving and milling. Laser micro machining can often be a more cost-effective alternative to techniques such as micro EDM.

In most cases laser micromachining works best if the feature to be produced is less than 1 mm in depth. For example, micro-hole drilling is normally limited to materials less than 1.5 mm thick and aspect ratios less than 30:1. In special circumstances or particular materials, deeper or higher aspect ratio holes can be drilled.

Experienced

Our technical team has been working on laser micromachining for nearly 20 years, and we have experience in milling parts in many different materials. Contact Us with your requirements to find out how we can help.