Ceramic Laser Source
January 1, 2014
Trotec offers a line of CO2 laser sources from US-based manufacturer Iradion Laser, Inc. The resonator body where the laser radiation is generated is made of 100% ceramic. The laser source is intended to provide reliability, high engraving quality and longevity.
"Usually, all-metal or glass laser sources are used for laser processing," said a company spokesperson. "With CeramiCore technology, there are no aluminum welds or seals, which leak over time. Two ceramic half shells are fused together to form the resonator during manufacturing and fired at over 800°C. The burning process effectively cleans the interior surface, removing any impurities.
"Furthermore, all of the optical elements and the electrodes are mounted on the outside of the resonator and the gas is exited through the ceramic body. This means that there are no interior metal surfaces that could damage the gas mixture's equilibrium. The result is a pure gas composition over the lifetime of the laser source. These enhancements mean a longer lifetime of the ceramic laser source compared to traditional sources.
"Ceramic lasers can be operated at greater pressures resulting in faster pulse speeds, which are critical for high speed engraving and marking applications. Laser users can benefit from highest engraving quality at speeds up to 140 inches/second.
"Also, the innovative architecture features a lower energy consumption. Benchmark tests show an energy reduction rate of up to 30%.
"The laser sources have been optimized for Trotec laser systems to maximize CeramiCore technology's benefits."
For more information contact:
Trotec Laser Inc.
7610 Market Drive
Canton, MI 48187
866-226-8505
sales@troteclaser.com
www.troteclaser.com
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