25-year-old laser innovator Luxinar unveils cutting-edge technology at ATX Minneapolis 2023

Hot on the heels of its exhibiting success at ATX East, laser innovator Luxinar will proudly present its latest advancements in laser technology for cutting, drilling and marking at booth #1830 during ATX Minneapolis in the United States, scheduled for October 10th-11th.

New SR e series & SR x series – high-quality and high-speed processing

Catering specifically to the electronics sector’s needs for high peak power and minimal heat-affected zones, the SR e 9.3µm series of CO2 laser sources excel in applications such as processing polarising film, bonding agent removal, and laser texturing, all requiring impeccable edge quality and minimal disturbance to surrounding areas. The SR 10e, featuring an output power of up to 115W on average and a peak output power of 330W, along with the SR 15e, with an average output power of up to 160W and a peak output power of 460W, deliver rapid processing capabilities without compromising quality.

Meanwhile, the SR x 9.3µm series amplifies the average power offered by the SR i series, making it the ideal choice for high-speed applications. The series lineup comprises the SR 10x, delivering an average output power of up to 105W and a peak output power of 235W, the SR 15x with up to 150W average output power and 335W peak output power, and the SR 25x, reaching up to 210W average output power and 465W peak output power.

Like the rest of the SR series, both the SR e and x series boast an IP66 rating, ensuring optimal protection against water and dust ingress. Their user-friendly control interface and compact mechanical design seamlessly integrate into various laser-based processing machines, spanning cutting, marking, perforating, drilling, and beyond.

SR AOM – enhanced edge quality in high-precision thin film cutting

Luxinar will also showcase the SR AOM series, which boast powers of up to 150W. This series is specifically tailored to address a wide range of high-precision applications that demand minimal heat-affected zones, such as multilayer thin film cutting for the display market and high-resolution/speed marking.  The SR AOM, a CO2 laser integrated with an acousto-optic modulator, achieves optical rise and fall times of less than 1µs, effectively reducing unnecessary heat energy compared to typical pulse rise/fall times of approximately 60µs.

LXR® series – ultrahigh precision processing

In tandem with its CO2 laser sources, Luxinar is unveiling its first range of ultrashort pulse laser sources the LXR® series, with an output power of up to 120W. This patented technology revolutionises materials processing with its short pulse width (800 ± 100fs), allowing ultrahigh precision micro- and nanofabrication of various components. The LXR® provides high throughput and repeatability, and its fast burst mode increases material removal while maintaining high-quality machining. External controls available via MCU, PC, and web server app allow for local or remote diagnostics and monitoring.

Luxinar’s ultrashort pulse laser developments in the IR, UV and green spectrums are opening opportunities in new applications for the company’s laser sources, including glass separation, surface functionalisation, micro welding and micro-via drilling.

Yannick Galais, Sales Director at Luxinar, states, “Participating in another ATX exhibition is a source of excitement for us. It provides an excellent platform to showcase our array of CO2 lasers and ultrashort pulse lasers tailored for the advanced manufacturing industry and spotlight the advantages of partnering with a company that boasts a quarter-century of laser technology expertise.”

A recipe for success – laser applications for food & drink (brochure)

Luxinar’s CO2 lasers have found some surprising applications in the food industry.

From grill marking of meat products to scribing eggshells and marking freshly baked bread rolls, the food and drink industry uses Luxinar’s laser sources in numerous imaginative ways. Our lasers are also employed extensively in packaging and bottling applications, where they can apply best-before dates, batch codes and other information at high speeds.

This brochure outlines the benefits of using lasers for food & drink applications.

Laser marked egg for breakfast
Laser marked egg for breakfast

Luxinar is presenting at Laser Taiwan 2023

Find out about the latest product innovations from Luxinar at Laser Taiwan 2023. See us at stand P014, 23-26 August in Taipei, Taiwan.

Luxinar takes charge during its milestone year at The Battery Show 2023

Leading laser manufacturer Luxinar is celebrating its 25th anniversary and exhibiting its established AOM, OEM and SR series of sealed CO2 laser sources on booth #2450 during The Battery Show North America.  The event is scheduled to take place from September 12-14, 2023, at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI.

Luxinar specialises in manufacturing laser sources for industries worldwide including automotive, electronics, e-mobility, glass, packaging and textiles. Its CO2 lasers, at wavelengths of 10.6, 10.25 and 9.3 microns, find extensive applications for ablating, cutting, perforating, marking, scribing, and more.  Particularly in the battery industry, Luxinar’s laser sources play a crucial role in processes such as hairpin stripping, battery case ablation, busbar coating removal and electronic component marking.

New SR x series of sealed CO2 laser sources offer high average power for high-speed applications

As part of their showcase, Luxinar introduces the SR 10x from its latest SR x 9.3µm series of sealed CO2 laser sources. This upgraded version of the established SR i series is designed to cater to high-speed applications, offering higher average power. The series includes the SR 10x, capable of delivering up to 105W average output power and 235W peak output power, the SR 15x, with up to 150W average output power and 335W peak output power and the SR 25x, with up to 210W average output power and 465W peak output power.

SR AOM sealed CO2 laser sources with acousto-optic modulator enhance edge quality in high-precision thin film cutting

Luxinar will also present the SR 25 AOM, tailored to address a wide range of high-precision applications that demand minimal heat-affected zones (HAZ), such as multilayer thin film cutting for the display market and high-resolution/speed marking.  The range includes SR 10 AOM and SR 25 AOM, both available at a wavelength of 9.3µm and with rated powers of 150W for the SR 25 AOM and 75W for the SR 10 AOM. The integrated acousto-optic modulator (AOM) creates optical rise and fall times of less than 1µs which minimises unnecessary heat energy during processing compared with typical pulse rise/fall times of approximately 60µs; this creates a sharper cut with a reduced HAZ.

OEM series of sealed CO2 laser sources for high-powered material processing

In addition, Luxinar will feature its OEM 45iX from the OEM series of sealed CO2 lasers, offering a power output of up to 450W. The OEM series is ideal for processing textiles, paper, glass, wood, thin sheet metal, plastics and composite materials in the automotive, e-mobility, energy storage, food, packaging & labelling, plastics and textile industries. The series offers a power range up to 1000W and provides seamless integration into industrial processing production lines, both with and without covers.  Equipped with an integrated RF power supply, the lasers generate short optical pulses with high peak power or quasi-CW output. 

John Podwojski, Regional General Manager of Luxinar’s USA office, stated: “We are looking forward to showcasing our laser sources at The Battery Show.  With more than 25 years of experience in the laser industry, Luxinar’s range of CO2 lasers stand out from the competition due to their proven reliability.”

During the exhibition, Luxinar Inc’s team will be available at booth #2450, sharing their extensive knowledge and providing expert advice on laser technology.

Luxinar showcases CO2 laser sources at LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA 2023

Luxinar, a leader in laser technology, is thrilled to be returning to face-to-face exhibiting in China by showcasing its range of sealed CO2 laser sources at stand 8.1B424 at LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA, taking place in Shanghai from 11-13 July.  In addition, Luxinar is excited to be celebrating two milestones at the exhibition: the company’s  25th anniversary and the 5th anniversary of its China office opening.

New SR x series of sealed CO2 laser sources with high average power for high-speed applications

Luxinar is displaying the SR 10x from its new SR x 9.3µm series of sealed CO2 laser sources, a higher average power version of the company’s established SR i series, which is ideal for high-speed applications. The range consists of SR 10x, with up to 105W average output power and 235W peak output power, SR 15x, with up to 150W average output power and 335W peak output power and the SR 25x, with up to 210W average output power and 465W peak output power.

SR AOM sealed CO2 laser sources with acousto-optic modulator improve edge quality in high-precision thin film cutting applications

Luxinar will also showcase the SR 10 AOM tailored to address a wide range of high-precision applications that demand minimal heat-affected zones (HAZ), such as multilayer thin film cutting for the display market and high-resolution/speed marking.  The range includes SR 10 AOM and SR 25 AOM, both available at a wavelength of 9.3µm and with rated powers of 150W for the SR 25 AOM and 75W for the SR 10 AOM. The integrated acousto-optic modulator (AOM) creates optical rise and fall times of less than 1µs which minimises unnecessary heat energy during processing compared with typical pulse rise/fall times of approximately 60µs; this creates a sharper cut with a reduced HAZ.

OEM series of sealed CO2 laser sources providing high power for material processing

Furthermore, Luxinar will feature its OEM 65iX and OEM 100iX from the OEM series of sealed CO2 lasers, offering a power range of up to 1000W. The OEM series is ideal for processing textiles, paper, glass, wood, thin sheet metal, plastics and composite materials in the automotive, e-mobility, energy storage, food, packaging & labelling, plastics and textile industries. These lasers provide seamless integration into industrial processing production lines, both with and without covers.  The series includes an integrated RF power supply, enabling the laser to generate short optical pulses with high peak power or quasi-CW output.  It operates safely across a wide range of pulse widths and frequencies, including through acoustic regions and a broad range of coolant temperatures. 

“We are looking forward to having a face-to-face presence once again at LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA,” said Baldwin Ding, Regional Managing Director (China). “This allows us to easily present our range of CO2 laser sources and the benefits of working with a company that has nearly 25 years of experience in laser technology.”

Throughout the exhibition, the Luxinar China team will be present at stand 8.1B424, sharing their extensive knowledge and offering expert advice on laser technology.

Luxinar celebrates dual milestones at Laser Korea 2023

Luxinar, a leader in the field of laser manufacturing, is proud to celebrate its 25th anniversary at Laser Korea in Seoul, from 5-7 July. The company will be showcasing its latest innovations in laser sources for cutting, drilling, and marking at stand 4C26.  Additionally, Luxinar’s Korea office is thrilled to mark its 5th anniversary at the exhibition.

Introduction of new enhancements to the SR series

Luxinar has long been recognised as the preferred choice for CO2 laser sources across industries including automotive, electronics, packaging, and textiles.  Building on this legacy, the company proudly presents two new additions to its SR series: the SR e series and the SR x series.

SR e series – higher peak power

The SR e 9.3µm series, designed specifically for the electronics industry, delivers high peak power and minimal heat-affected zones, making it ideal for applications such as processing polarising film, eliminating excess bonding agents, and laser texturing.  The SR 10e provides up to 115W average output power and 330W peak output power, while the SR 15e boasts up to 160W average output power and a peak output power of 460W.  These advancements enable perfect edge quality and rapid processing capabilities.

SR x series – higher average power

The SR x 9.3µm series, an upgraded version of the SR i series with increased average power, proves to be perfect for high-speed applications.  The range includes the SR 10x, featuring an average output power of 105W and a peak output power of 235W, the SR 15x, offering an average output power of 150W and a peak output power of 335W, and the SR 25x, with an average output power of up to 210W and a peak output power of 465W.

Both the SR e series and SR x series 9.3µm models are designed to seamlessly integrate with other lasers in the SR series, ensuring the same beam output position, mounting positions, overall dimensions, IP66 rating, and serviceability of other SR versions.  The SR 10e, SR 15e, SR 10x, SR 15x, and SR 25x models are available with the standard SR shutter/diode and the standard SR back reflection protection options.

Other laser sources on display

Luxinar will also showcase the SR AOM series, which boast powers of up to 150W. This series is specifically tailored to address a wide range of high-precision applications that demand minimal heat-affected zones, such as multilayer thin film cutting for the display market and high-resolution/speed marking.  The SR AOM, a CO2 laser integrated with an acousto-optic modulator, achieves optical rise and fall times of less than 1µs, effectively reducing unnecessary heat energy compared to typical pulse rise/fall times of approximately 60µs.

Furthermore, Luxinar will feature its OEM series of compact CO2 lasers, offering a power range of up to 1000W.  These lasers provide a convenient solution for seamless integration into industrial processing production lines, both with and without covers.  The series includes an integrated RF power supply, enabling the laser to generate short optical pulses with high peak power or quasi-CW output.  It operates safely across a wide range of pulse widths and frequencies, including through the acoustic regions and a broad range of coolant temperatures.  An optional absorbing thin film reflector (ATFR) is available to prevent back reflection.

Patrick Kim, Regional General Manager (Korea) at Luxinar, elaborates on the company’s achievements: “As we celebrate our 25th year, we are thrilled to introduce these additions to our laser source portfolio.  In addition, we are proud to commemorate the 5th anniversary of our Korean office, which, in conjunction with our UK headquarters and other sales and service offices in China, Germany, Italy and the USA, allows us to provide laser expertise tailored to our customers’ time zones.”

Throughout the exhibition, the Luxinar Korea team will be present at stand 4C26, sharing their extensive knowledge and offering expert advice on laser technology.

Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate 25 years of laser innovations with Luxinar!  See our company timeline here: Luxinar celebrates its 25th anniversary – Luxinar

Luxinar’s 2023 speaker programme (Laser World of Photonics)

There are several opportunities to hear about the latest product innovations from Luxinar at Laser World of Photonics 2023. See us at stand B3.409, 27-30 June in Munich, Germany.

Antonio Raspa of Luxinar presents on how to choose the right laser at OPTICA training at Laser World of Photonics 2023
Antonio Raspa of Luxinar presents on how to choose the right laser at OPTICA training at Laser World of Photonics 2023

Luxinar shines a light on 25 years of laser innovations at Laser World of Photonics 2023

Luxinar, a leader in laser manufacturing, is proud to celebrate its 25th anniversary at the Laser World of Photonics in Munich, Germany, from 27-30 June. The company is showcasing its latest innovations in laser sources for cutting, drilling, and surface processing at stand B3.409.

CO2 laser sources

Luxinar’s CO2 laser sources have consistently been the preferred choice for numerous industries for many years and the company has two new additions to its established SR series: the SR e series and the SR x series.

SR e series – higher peak power

The SR e 9.3µm series, specifically designed for the electronics industry, offers high peak power and low heat-affected zones, perfect for processing polarising film, removing excess bonding agents, and laser texturing.  The SR 10e, with up to 115W average output power and 330W peak output power and the SR 15e, with up to 160W average output power and 460W peak output power, enable perfect edge quality and fast processing.

SR x series – higher average power

The SR x 9.3µm series, a higher average power version of the SR i series, is ideal for high-speed applications. The range consists of SR 10x, with up to 105W average output power and 235W peak output power, SR 15x, with up to 150W average output power and 335W peak output power and the SR 25x, with up to 210W average output power and 465W peak output power.

Both the SR e series and SR x series 9.3µm are designed to match other lasers in the SR series, maintaining the same beam output position, mounting positions, overall dimensions, IP66 rating and serviceability of other SR versions.  SR 10e, SR 15e, SR 10x, SR 15x and SR 25x are available with the standard SR shutter/diode and the standard SR back reflection protection options.

Ultrashort pulse laser sources

In addition to its CO2 laser sources, Luxinar is also showcasing its first range of ultrashort pulse laser sources, the LXR® series. This patented technology revolutionises materials processing with its short pulse width (800 ± 100fs), allowing ultrahigh precision micro- and nanofabrication of various components. The LXR® provides high throughput and repeatability, and its fast burst mode increases material removal while maintaining high-quality machining. External controls available via MCU, PC, and web server app allow for local or remote diagnostics and monitoring.

Yannick Galais, Sales Director at Luxinar, explains: “We are excited to offer these additions to our laser source portfolio. Our ultrashort pulse laser developments in the IR, UV and green spectrums are opening opportunities in new applications, including glass separation, surface functionalisation, micro welding and micro-via drilling. And our established CO2 laser technology, ideally suited to organic materials processing, is helping our customers reduce their carbon footprint. These products benefit from the support of our global pre-and aftersales technical teams who work with our customers to develop new applications, improve existing processes and provide laser expertise whenever needed.”

The Luxinar team will be on stand B3.409 and at several events* throughout the exhibition to share their knowledge and provide expert advice on laser technology.

Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate 25 years of laser innovations with Luxinar at Laser World of Photonics 2023!

* Luxinar will be presenting at the following events taking place at Messe München:

Easy laser-cut egg basket for Easter!

At Luxinar, we are well known for our egg marking (Happy Easter from Luxinar!), but we often run out of places to store them. So, what better than our own branded egg basket?

Made using wood and laser cut with one of our laser sources which produces superb precision and reduced waste compared to traditional tools. Then, marking the basket with our logo was extremely quick and easy, using a galvo system to laser mark the basket.

We may only have shown one wood type in this video, but Luxinar lasers can mark hardwoods to fibreboard and everything in between! If you have the machine and application, we have the source to light your way into modern manufacturing.