With lasers it is possible to drill in difficult locations using mirrors to bend the beam. Laser drilling at 1000 pulses per second or greater is also possible. There are advantages to laser drilling. Using laser system software, the operator can instantly control hole shape and size to produce round, oval, rectangular, or any other shape holes. This eliminates downtime as a result of tool changes.
Small holes can be laser drilled in production.
A focused spot can be as small as 0.1 mm in diameter. Because the tool is a beam of light, the tool never needs to be replaced, eliminating downtime because of punch breakage. Here is a list of some of the laser drilling systems available. LaseRevolution 's proprietary drilling techniques and equipment creates uniform, high-aspect ratio drilled holes with smooth walls. The technology delivers repeatable liquid flows through exact holes with minimal turbulence.