Ultrashort Pulse Laser Marking System for Medical Devices and More

An ultrashort pulse (USP) laser marking system developed by FOBA reportedly creates deep black markings on medical plastics, stainless steel and titanium. FOBA’s new F.0100-ir marking system features an adjustable pulse width and its 10 watts laser power enables accurate results on various surfaces.  In combination with FOBA's validation-ready process solution, the F.0100-ir is said to provide advantages especially for medical device manufacturers, as well as for automotive and electronic components.

The ultrashort pulse laser marks in the deepest, matt and non-reflective black without generating significant heat input on the workpiece. Even through further processing steps, such as passivation, the marking is said to remain reliably legible and corrosion resistant. Due to the very short pulses down to the femtosecond range, in combination with high pulse energies, the system marks a variety of plastics as well as various stainless steels and titanium.

When developing its ultrashort pulse laser system, FOBA placed particular emphasis on its ability to be integrated into the proven FOBA workflow. Said FOBA product management director Philipp Febel, "For our customers, it is of course crucial that our lasers achieve consistently reliable marking results. But they also trust that the entire process is highly dependable, and a new marking system has to keep up with that. The integration of a capable, compact and very flexible laser source was the top priority during product development. Our laser system offers adjustable pulse widths for specific material requirements. This is not a matter of course in the ultrashort range."  As a result, the FOBA F.0100-ir marking system provides a wide range of applicability, high precision, and outstanding process stability. Since the system is air-cooled and uses hardly any consumables, it requires little maintenance. In addition, the high marking speed in combination with FOBA's established camera and software solutions enable lean and efficient part manufacturing.

FOBA offers interested users sample markings with the new USP marking system. Marking applications from medical device manufacturing, automotive component production or electronics are suitable. Materials that are usually marked with other wavelengths such as UV can also be considered. Detailed advice on the best possible marking configuration will be part of the service.