Industrial Laser enables high-throughput micromachining.
Press Release Summary:
Producing 30 W at 1,064 nm in TEM00 beam, PRISMA(TM) 1064-32-V features pulsewidth as short as 18 ns and pulse repetition rates from 20-100 kHz. Unit has sealed resonator and uses AAA(TM) Aluminum-free Active Area pump diode technology. Solid-sate Nd:YVO4 laser is suited for micromachining small features in all types of materials because its short pulsewidth results in minimal heat-affected zone.
Original Press Release:
New Industrial Laser Enables High-Throughput Micromachining
Santa Clara, Calif., March 20, 2006 - The new PRISMA(TM) 1064-32-V from Coherent, Inc. (Santa Clara, CA) (Nasdaq: COHR) is an industrial laser that delivers an optimum mix of high peak power, short pulsewidth, high average power and exquisite beam quality. This is an ideal combination for high-throughput, precision micromachining. In terms of specifications, PRISMA is a diode-pumped, solid-state, Nd:YVO4 laser that produces 30 W at 1064 nm in a TEM00 beam, with a pulsewidth as short as 18 ns, and pulse repetition rates from 20 to 100 kHz.
PRISMA is well suited for micromachining small features in all types of materials because its short pulsewidth results in a minimal heat-affected zone. Typical examples include solar cell processing, mold form manufacturing, deep engraving, and wafer scribing. (For applications that benefit from longer pulses, the PRISMA LP versions are offered.) In addition, the high average power of PRISMA enables these applications to be operated at high-throughput rates.
The new PRISMA 1064-32-V also offers superior reliability and stability, as well as low cost of ownership characteristics, due to its rugged construction, sealed resonator, and use of superior Coherent AAA(TM) (Aluminum-free Active Area) pump diode technology. As with all PRISMA series products, this laser can be readily tailored to precisely match its output characteristics to the needs of a specific application. In addition, PRISMA 1064-32-V is also available with a number of useful accessory options, such as a beam expander, visible aiming beam and mounting flange for scanner optics.
Founded in 1966, Coherent, Inc. is a Standard & Poor's SmallCap 600 company and a world leader in providing laser-based solutions to the commercial and scientific research markets. Please direct any questions to Joerg Heller, product line manager, at +49 451 3000 365, or 1-800-527-3786, e-mail joerg.heller@coherent.com. For more information about Coherent, including product and financial updates, visit our Web site at www.Coherent.com.
