Updated Laser Tube Cutter

Amada Miyachi America Inc. has announced its updated Sigma Laser Tube Cutter, which can be used with both microsecond fiber and femtosecond disk lasers. "The new cutting system provides enhanced edge quality for both metals and plastics, making it ideal for medical device applications, including a wide range of tubes and stents," said a company spokesperson.

With 3- and 4-axis motion options, and the ability to cut tubes with diameters from 0.2 to 25 mm, the Sigma is designed for both wet and dry cutting. It features an automated tube loader option and a 22" graphic user interface (GUI) on a swing arm.

"The Sigma Laser Tube Cutter allows users to maximize throughput with high speed direct drive integrated X and Theta lathe axes stages," said the spokesperson. Featuring 2-, 3- and 4-axis options, the tube cutter can be configured to the specific cutting application for both on and off axis cut geometries. The lathe stages are mounted directly to a granite base, while the vertical and horizontal stages are mounted to a granite gantry secured to the granite base.

Two different laser source options are available. The microsecond fiber laser offers enhanced beam quality and high pulse repetition rates for high speed precision cutting. The femtosecond disk laser uses cold ablation cutting to produce edge quality that reduces post-processing costs.

Small tube diameters cut with the fiber laser are cooled using a self-contained water system that features flow and level sensors to monitor operation. The lathe stages and all connections are sealed for use in wet cutting.

Enclosure options include Class 1 systems in both open and closed frame, and Class 4 systems, customized to specific integration, access and loading speed requirements.

For more information contact:

Amada Miyachi America, Inc.

1820 S. Myrtle Ave.

Monrovia, CA 91016

626-303-5676

info@amadamiyachi.com

www.amadamiyachi.com