Laser drilling systems

02/01/1999

Laser drilling systems

Designed for advanced IC packaging and printed wiring board production, Models 5150 and 5200 laser drilling systems drill blind and through micro-vias in all materials used in electronics production. An ultrafast beam positioner substantially decreases the time taken to move between drilling locations. Model 5200 features solid-state, diode-pumped laser drilling technology, which offers very good reliability and uptime as a result of reduced maintenance requirements (diodes need replacement only once a year). The diode-pumped laser also provides greater power at the work surface. Throughputs of the 5150 and 5200 are increased by 50% and >100%, respectively, over that of the production-proven Model 5100, which can be field-upgraded to a 5150. Electro Scientific Industries Inc., Portland, OR; ph 503/671-5500, fax 503/643-4873, www.esio.com.