Ceramic
Precision Laser Machining of Ceramic Substrates used in Microelectronic Devices
Using Nd:YAG Solid-State Lasers
Laserod laser machines ceramic substrates. Tolerances to a few microns can be attained. But the most remarkable thing about our laser is its narrow kerf of 1 mil (25 microns) or 10 microns on special order.. Another useful capability we have is laser “zapping” through a metal layer on top of the ceramic. A metalized surface, gold for example, is easily scribed over. The gold coating actually assists laser removal.
Laserod cuts, slots and drills ceramic, as shown below.
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Ceramic Contour Cutting by Nd:YAG Laser
Fig. 1. For a medical application. 25 mil thick Alumina. Laser can cut any shape.
Slots Micromachined in Alumina Ceramic by Nd:YAG Laser
Fig. 2. 6.5 x 40 mil slots in 10 mil thickness.
A Sensor Machined by Nd:YAG Laser
Fig. 3. Thickness of this JPL sensor ceramic is .025″ (625 microns). A part was extracted for a Mars Spaceship.



