Green and Blue Laser Welding
Laser welding, cutting, or cladding has become increasingly popular and, in most cases, has been performed at the NIR wavelength region. However, NIR lasers are less efficient for copper processing due to high reflectivity and therefore low energy absorption. Copper absorbs just 5% of the laser energy at 1070nm, but up to 40 % at…
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Automation Software for BeamSquared Lasers
Do you want to streamline your laser testing processes and achieve faster and more accurate results? Some of the answers come from automation and customization. What if you could automate the testing process, eliminate manual testing, export measurement data to files, and streamline your analysis? What if you could customize a testing process that allows…
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Safe Laser Welding In The Production Of Batteries
Battery modules are the beating heart of every electric car. They ensure mobility and security, and their reliability determines whether a vehicle is accepted or not. The BMW Group launched the i3, the first fully electric production vehicle, back in 2013 – so the company is well aware of the pitfalls of battery production, which…
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Watch: Understanding Laser Energy Measurement & How Laser Energy Measurement Works
If you need to measure laser pulse energies, you have probably run into a variety of issues and concepts that seem to just cause confusion… In this webinar, you will learn: – How energy measurement works (short basic version…) – How to make sure you are getting accurate readings – How to avoid out-of-tolerance issues…
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Not Too Hot, Not Too Cold: Sensor Fusion Analysis in Additive Manufacturing Laser Processing
Sensor fusion is a concept that merges – or fuses – data from various sensors to create a more complete understanding of a laser’s performance. It’s particularly important in additive manufacturing using laser powder bed fusion, a 3D printing process that makes metal parts. Metal powder is subjected to powerful laser beams, creating solid layers…
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Luminous Quality For Optimal Photobiomodulation
Light has an impact on our well-being — this conclusion has been drawn by numerous studies across the globe. In particular, positive effects can be achieved with light in the red and infrared wavelengths. With this in mind, Lichtblock GmbH has developed a compact light system that radiates red light in wavelengths of 630, 660…
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Our New Website is Live!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new website, which unites the Ophir and MKS Instruments, Inc. products under one roof. As part of the MKS Instruments, Inc. family, Ophir delivers foundational technology solutions to leading edge semiconductor manufacturing , industrial manifacturing (automotive, additive manufacturing, material processing etc.) , life and health sciences,…
continue readingWatch: Laser Measurement PC Interfaces
If all your laser measurement work involves a laptop or a PC, rather than a stand-alone meter, one of Ophir’s direct-to-PC interfaces could be an ideal solution. These are full-fledged Laser Power and Energy meters, but instead of having a separate on-board display, the PC becomes your display. In the following video you will learn…
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Plant Manufacturer Integrates Laser Measurement Technology Product
Production systems for the luxury food and tobacco industries are complex,achieve very high throughput rates and often run 24/7. In order to ensure the products’ high quality, the Körber Business Area Technologies counts on seamless monitoring of the entire manufacturing process in the plant. This expectation also applies to the laser-based perforation systems that the…
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Meet BeamWatch® Plus, Industry’s First Non-Contact Beam Profiler for High Power VIS and NIR Lasers
In case you’ve missed it, MKS Instruments, Inc has announced Ophir® BeamWatch® Plus, a non-contact beam profiling system for measuring focus shift, focus spot size, and position of high power industrial lasers operating in the VIS and NIR range. Introduced at LASER World of Photonics, BeamWatch Plus is a second-generation system that now measures high power…
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Thank You for Visiting Us at 2023 Laser World of Photonics Trade Show!
We’d like to take a moment and share how much grateful we are for the incredible experience at Laser Munich Trade Show! Thank you for visiting our booth and engaging in exciting conversations about cutting-edge laser technology. New innovative solutions Among other things, we had the pleasure to introduce you to our new BeamWatch® Plus…
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Simplicity Without Compromise: Our New BeamPeek™ Laser Analysis Software for Field Technicians in Additive Manufacturing
Additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, has transformed the manufacturing industry, enabling the creation of complex and customized objects with unprecedented precision. One critical aspect of additive manufacturing is the monitoring and control of the printing process within the chamber. While precision and efficiency are paramount, having user-friendly tools is essential for technicians in…
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