Technology has come a long way in a relatively short period of time. When it comes to the production of medical devices, precision is a must, and that has been achieved through laser welding.
What you may not have realized is that there are major advantages to laser welding medical devices. Most of them are related to the fact that laser welding can be done on just about any material in any situation. Let’s look at the advantages.
Narrow, Deeper Welds
One of the major advantages of laser welding medical devices is that it allows for the welds to be made with a much higher aspect ratio (think narrow width to larger depth). For things like joint configurations that might not be suitable for other welding techniques, lasers can take on things like stake welding easily.
With smaller flanges used, compared to something like resistance spot welding, there are greater capabilities available. That means taking on a wider range of medical devices as well.
Flexibility and Speed
Another major reason to invest in a laser welding service is because of the speed and flexibility that it can offer. Laser welding medical devices is a pretty quick technique which can mean welding larger pieces in a matter of minutes.
Where higher productivity is necessary, laser welding can fill the need easily. Combined with greater precision than other processes, laser welding makes all the sense in the world for medical devices.