Micro Laser Cutting in Jewelry Applications: V11N6
A High-Tech Approach to Fine Detail
Advances in Jewelry Manufacturing Technology for Precision Cutting in Precious Metals
by Jay McCais, Product Manager • Rofin-Baasel, INC.
with information
from Paul Kochan • Micro Division, Rofin-Sinar, INC.
Recent technological research and advances in laser application have turned the art of fine-cutting and micro detail into a reputable and highly successful procedure for the jewelry industry. Jewelry manufacturing
or the 21st Century takes a "micro" step into huge options for detailed cutting in precious metals, alloys and steel.
This precision equipment has been specifically designed for micro-machining metals in jewelry production
applications. Platinum, gold, silver and titanium alloys – up to 3mm thick – can be cut to the finest detail.
Transition from Medical Technology to Jewelry Manufacturing
Pinpoint
accuracy is necessary in creating the microsized components used in today's modern medical technology. Rofin recognizes that the same technology benefits the jewelry industry, and because laser cutting is well suited to automation, the
potential for repeatedly cutting fine detail in precious metal is a desirable outcome. The cutting laser
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