Innovations inhealthcare– laser applications
for the medical andpharmaceutical industries

Luxinar's CO2lasers areused in many
medical andpharmaceuticalapplications

Product traceability is critically important

CO2 lasers can apply information to

Not restricted to packaging applications,in the pharmaceutical industry. Stringent

pharmaceutical packaging materials

our CO2 lasers are useful across theregulations exist to ensure that faulty or

including card, foil, plastic and glass.

medical industry, where they can cut, drill,contaminated drugs can be traced andHuman-readable text and Data Matrix

perforate and mark a range of products.

isolated, and counterfeit or black market

codes are applied directly on theproducts can be identified and removed

production line, on the fly. Laser marks arefrom the supply chain.

permanent and indelible.

Case study:
glass marking
CO2 lasers can apply a range of
information to glass syringes, vials andtubes for the medical and pharmaceuticalindustries. Traceability of these products is
critical, so the permanent andtamper-proof nature of the laser code is adistinct advantage.
Coding directly on the glass meansthat the information is not lost if theproduct is separated from its packaging,or if an adhesive label is removed. OurMULTISCAN® laser markers can apply
both human-readable text and 2D Data
Matrix codes on the production line, on
the fly, and the glass can be marked hotor cold at any stage of the manufacturing
process.

Laser marking of glass vials is permanent,
which is ideal for product traceability

Case study:

marking pharmaceutical packaging
Many drugs and medications are packaged

The laser marking process using thein card boxes, which must be marked with

MULTISCAN® is quick, clean, and reliable.

an array of information for traceability

Marks are indelible and tamper-proof,purposes. The laser ablates the inked

and consumable costs are effectively

coating on the card, resulting in very highnon-existent once the laser coder isquality and easily legible marks. Variableinstalled. This makes laser coding aninformation such as manufacturing

attractive alternative to traditional ink-dates, batch codes, barcodes, QR andbased technologies. Laser codes can be

2D Data Matrix codes can be applied on

applied on the fly, as the MULTISCAN®

the production line, on the fly, with theuses a high-speed galvo head to track theinformation being updated continuously as

products on the production linerequired.

Laser marking of cardboard packaging is quick, clean and indelible

Case study:
plastic marking

Our CO2 lasers can mark a wide range ofplastic products, from packaging films
and bottles to medical devices. The
appearance of the mark depends strongly
on the type of plastic used.
In many cases, the laser induces nocolour change in the plastic, resulting inan engraved mark which is unobtrusiveand does not spoil the appearance ofthe product. Special additives can beused when a more visible mark with highcontrast is required. This also happens
with many pearlised plastics, as well asPVC.
The MULTISCAN® is available in threedifferent wavelengths, allowing theprocess to be tailored according to theabsorption of different plastics, enhancing
contrast and visibility.

Laser marking on plastic medical products is aesthetically pleasingCase study:

drilling osmotic pump tablets
CO2 lasers can drill holes in tablets forLasers up to 1kW may be used in thiscontrolled release of medication. One

application, using high peak power toor more small holes are drilled in a rigid

perform direct beam, single-shot drilling

tablet with a semi-permeable outerat very high speeds. Alternatively, themembrane and water is absorbed throughlaser may be used in conjunction with a 2D

the membrane by osmosis as the tablet

scanner for greater flexibility and control ofpasses through the body. This pushes

the hole size, depth and shape.

the active drug through the laser drilled
opening(s) in the tablet and into thedigestive tract.

Laser drilling of tablets enables controlled release of medication

Case study:

metal stent cutting
A stent is a small tubular framework which

are uniform in shape and size. The entire

is placed inside a blocked vessel or duct toprocess can be automated and is therefore

keep it open. Coronary and vascular stents

fast and efficient.

are placed inside the arteries, while stents
may also be used in the bile ducts, urinary
tract, colon and oesophagus. Dependingon their intended use, stents may bemade from plastic (e.g., polyethylene,polyurethane, Teflon) or metal (e.g.,
stainless steel, nitinol or platinum).
Laser cutting is an attractive process forstent manufacturing. In an application
where the smallest defect could havehuge implications for patient safety, thelaser can cut fine detail accurately andconsistently, ensuring that the stents

A laser machine can process a variety
of materials, meeting stringent quality
standards in each case, making it aversatile solution in this industry.
The LXR® series of ultrashort pulse lasers
offers three wavelengths in the infrared,visible and UV spectral regions, enablinga wide range of stent materials to beprocessed effectively.

Laser cutting of metal stents isaccurate and consistentCase study:

dental aligner cutting
Clear orthodontic aligners are a popular
alternative to fixed metal braces to correct
crooked teeth. A series of custom-moulded
plastic aligners move the teeth, with typicalwear times of up to two weeks per aligner.
As average treatment times are just overa year, each patient requires at least 30
aligners to achieve the desired results.
When clear aligner technology was in
its infancy, they were made mainly byhand. Now lasers can cut aligners theysignificantly reduce manufacturing time andaligners. A smooth, high-quality cut iscost and improve consistency.

essential in this application, reducing theClear aligners are made from a rangeof transparent thermoplastic polymers,
including medical grade polyurethane, PET

amount of hand finishing required; any
imperfections would cause discomfort forthe patient.

and polypropylene. All these materials

The SR 08s is recommended for thisabsorb strongly at the CO2 laser wavelength,

application, delivering up to 80W average

making our CO2 lasers ideal for cutting thepower at 10.6µm and 9.3µm wavelengths.

Laser cutting of dental aligners reduces
manufacturing time and cost

Benefits of

CO2 laser processing:• Non-contact process increases productivity• No chemicals, abrasives or solvents used, reducing
environmental impact• High level of accuracy• Fast and consistent process• Flexible method that is easily automated• Design changes can be implemented quickly and easily• Largely maintenance free• No consumable costs (compared with inkjet printing process)• No mess (compared with inkjet process)SR 08s – 80W

sealed CO2 laser sources
The smallest of the SR series, the SR 08s

it ideal for the harshest of industrial

offers power up to 80W, along with theenvironments; it will withstand dust,

following key features:

heat and water spray. The simple control• IP66 ratinginterface and compact mechanical design• Wavelengths 10.6µm, 9.3µm

of the unit allow easy integration into

• Integrated and field replaceable RF
power supplies

cutting, marking, perforating and drilling,• Compact, lightweight laser source• Simple diagnostics• Minimum shipment power 20% higher
than rated power
Like all of the SR series lasers, the SR 08s
is designed with an integrated RF power
supply and is hermetically sealed, making

laser-based processing machines used foramong others. Throughput, economy,flexibility and reliability are the mainfeatures associated with the SR series ofCO2 laser sources

OEM 100iX – 1000W
sealed CO2 laser sources

Power range 50-1000W
The OEM 100iX CO2 sealed laser source
offers higher speeds and increased
productivity for industrial processingapplications.

This 1kW laser incorporates proven RFexcited slab laser design with the latest
leading-edge technologies to give:• A high quality, round, symmetrical beam
for high-speed processing applications• A short optical pulse with high peak
power for improved edge quality andminimal heat affected zone (HAZ)• A compact design with fully in-field
serviceable RF module for simple
integration and servicing• A minimum shipment power 20% higher
than rated power to ensure extended
operational lifetime• A typical power stability of ± 1% using
optional power feedback control andnarrow wavelength band to ensure ahigh level of process repeatability• Safety performance level D (EN 13849)
as specified in the latest EuropeanStandards

LXR® series �120W

ultrashort pulse laser source

A new patented laser technology
from Luxinar.
The LXR® series incorporates innovativetechnologies and designs:• A large dynamic range of pulse
repetition frequencies and pulse
energies to enable application-specificoptimisation• A synchronisation signal for precise
control in dynamic applications• Burst mode and pulse-on-demand for
efficient processing and application
optimisation• Detailed diagnostic/fault finding
information via web interface, PCapplication, optional mobile control unit
• An integrated alignment beam andsafety shutter to ease integration• Wavelength options available at1030nm, 515nm and 343nm• An auxiliary drive unit as standard

MULTISCAN® HE andMULTISCAN® VS �125W
CO2 laser marking systems

The MULTISCAN® range of CO2 laser

allows intelligent data to be placed

marking systems offers an inkless method

anywhere within the specified scan area,of applying alphanumeric text, QR codes,

and the system can mark stationary

2D and traditional barcodes, as well asobjects or moving products on the fly.

complex graphics to a wide variety of• Clean, ink-free production linesmaterials; it marks substrates including
glass, plastics, wood, paper, card, painted
metals, and more. The flexible software• Static or on-the-fly marking, scribing
and drilling• Large scan area, up to 300x300mm• High-quality vector generation for
precise rendering of graphics• Low maintenance – fit and forget• Available in three wavelengths –10.6μm, 10.25μm and 9.3μm

Pre-sales technical support

Could a laser improve your manufacturing process?
Find out by sending us samples of your material or product to test in our labs. Luxinar’sengineers can carry out cutting, marking, engraving, drilling, scribing, ablation, and more
to replicate your application in the lab.
You’ll receive your processed sample within 10 working days and a detailed report ofour findings even sooner. You can also receive complimentary advice ranging from fumeextraction to sample positioning.
Whatever your process, we can help you to find the best laser for your application.

Contact us on https://www.luxinar.com/contact/ or info@luxinar.com
Please note that while every effort has been made to ensure that the data given in this document
is accurate, due to a policy of continued improvement, the information, figures, illustrations, tables,
specification and schematics contained herein are subject to change without notice.

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