Laser

Plastic Welding
2018 /19

Innovative
and flexible
Laser welded plastic components

Leister has the flexibility and expertise to address the diverse and growing demands of the plastics industry. With
the versatility of Leister’s laser solutions, our customer-centric approach allows us to customize our solutions to fit
individual applications and achieve desired results. (concept description p. 8 / 9)

Needle-protection caps (Radial welding) Oil filter (Quasi-simultaneous welding) Optical sensor (Simultaneous welding)

Hospital bed convenience remote con- Cerumen protectors (Mask welding) Liquid vapor separator LVS (GLOBO
trol (Contour welding) welding)

Door handle indicator light (Contour Multi well plate (Mask welding) Head-up display (GLOBO-welding)
welding)

Cooling unit (Quasi-simultaneous Technical textile (GLOBO welding) Piezo valve (Quasi-simultaneous welding)
welding)

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Flexible system concepts

The engineers at Leister design and configure our laser systems to precisely meet the needs of our customer
requirements and applications. The concepts are open for modification and offer sufficient space for customer-
specific adaptations.

Indexing-unit

Conveyor belt

Bad-part-box

Infusion pump (Contour welding) Filter housing (Simultaneous welding) Soft Touch LED
(Quasi-simultaneous welding)

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Laser plastic welding – focused to the point

Laser Plastic Welding –A business unit with many years of experience in the laser welding of plastics; Leister is
the only provider of all standard laser welding processes in the industry including two patents for key laser delivery
methods (mask welding and Globo welding).

Leister emphasizes consulting With Leister you can expect

Good consultation is the cornerstone for Project Support:

successful cooperation.
• Welding concept consultation
The Laser Plastic Welding business unit has many years of • Materials selection
experience in the laser welding of polymers. We take pride • Pre-welding layout assessment
in sharing our knowledge to help lock-in optimum process
parameters together with our customers. From materials selec-
tion and design to integration and optimization, we are dedicated Process development:
to being a resourceful partner every step of the way.
• Evaluation of a suitable process window and suitable quality
Leister has been the internationally leading provider of plastic monitoring methods
welding machines for over 60 years. Through comprehensive • Component testing, assessment of welding quality
theoretical and practical knowledge in plastics processing, we • Implementation of the process in the production environment
have established ourselves in the industry as a highly influential
component to polymer bonding. Leister was one of the first
companies to develop and manufacture laser system for welding Robust Welding Systems:
plastics. Each of our developments helps to define the state of
technological possibility. • Production class turnkey workstations
• Flexible integration solutions
• Intuitive process software

Reliable Service:

• Convenient prototype and limited scale production

• Responsive online diagnostics, maintenance, and on-site
assistance
• Preventative maintenance and routine machine inspection
contracts available

Laser systems from Leister are used in a wide range of industries.

Medical: Automotive: Electronics: Micro technology: Textiles:

Clean and emission-free High reproducibility and Vibration-free bonding Precise and localized Continuous and fast
welding process reliability in all without mechanical application of energy joining of plastic films
dimensions stress and fabrics

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 Laser radiation

Joining pressure

Weld seam

Transparent joining part

Melt zone

Absorbing joining part

Joining pressure

The laser welding principle

In laser welding of thermoplastics, sometimes referred to as rated through the thermal expansion of the laser-heated plastic
“laser transmission welding” or “through transmission IR welding” parts. The internal and external joining pressures ensure strong
(TTIr), transparent and absorbing parts are bonded together. welding of both parts.

The laser beam penetrates the transparent plastic and is Almost all thermoplastic plastics and thermoplastic elastomers
converted to heat in the absorbing plastic. Since both parts are can be welded with the laser beam – including ABS, PA, PC,
pressed together during the welding process, heat is conducted PP, PMMA, PS, PBT as well as glass fiber reinforced plastic
from the absorbing to the transparent plastic, allowing both types. The achieved weld seam strength remains within the area
materials to melt and create a bond. In addition to the externally of basic material strength.
applied clamping force an internal joining pressure is also gene-

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Laser plastic welding - focused to the point

Laser Plastic Welding - Demanding manufacturing requirements and numerous innovations of recent years have
paved the way for the plastics laser welding industry. This demand and rapid innovation together have fostered
many new welding concepts and materials centered around the laser welding process.

Laser welding plastics is on the rise Suitable materials

The laser welding procedure has without question established With a laser, practically all thermoplastic polymers and thermo-
itself in the plastic welding industry. The wide array of applica- plastic elastomers can be welded. The laser can also be used
tions is explained quite simply by the advantages of the proce- to weld fiberglass-reinforced or varying materials. A selection of
dure and variety of welding concepts in contrast to the shortco- tested material combinations is listed in the table on the following
mings of traditional processes and methods. page.

Leister was involved in the beginnings of this technology and

developed new concepts by means of which were not only Visual properties
large three-dimensional components, but also small micro-
components. Benefit from our know-how and have us work The visual properties of the material combinations are decisive
together with you to bring your application to market-readiness. for the welding process. One joint partner must be transparent
and one must be absorbent for the laser radiation used.
Thermoplasts in their natural state are, as a rule, transparent
for this radiation. Absorption is achieved with additives such as
Nothing but advantages carbon black, or soot. Other additives also available on the
market, among other things, allow for various color combina-
• Contactless, flexible joining technique tions.

• Minimum thermal load on the parts to be welded

Laser transmission
• Small mechanical load
The visual properties as well as transmission characteristics
• Simple geometry for the seam of plastics are influenced by crystallization, filler materials, wall
thickness and surface structures. An optimum absorption of the
• No particle release laser radiation lies in layers close to the surface and is achieved
with suitable filler materials. In their original state, plastics are
• Vibration-free processing transparent for the radiation. The experts at Leister are ready
and eager to evaluate your materials suitability for the laser
• Visually perfectly welded seam welding process.

• Highly accurate Surface absorption

•• little reflection
•• high material absorption
• High welding strength surface layer heating

• No wear and tear to tools

Volume absorption
•• little reflection
•• little material absorption

heating of volume

Reflection
only little material heating

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The table below shows an excerpt of possible material
combinations for laser transmission welding. The material
combinations are graded for weldability indicated by color.
Many laser weldable combinations listed here cannot
be welded by other traditional plastic welding methods.

Materials combinations
Transparent welding partner

PC/ABS
PE-LLD

PMMA*
PE-HD
PE-LD

MABS
PA 66

PA 12
PA 11

PEEK
POM
PA 6
COC
COP

SAN
ABS
ASA

PUR

PSU
PVC

PPS
PBT

LCP
PES
EVA

PET

TPE
PEI
PC

SB
PS
PP

PI
EVA
PE-LLD
PE-LD
PE-HD
PP
COC
COP
ABS
ASA
SAN
PMMA*
PC
PC/ABS
Absorbing welding partner

PS
SB
PET
PBT
PVC
PUR
POM
PA 6
PA 66
PA 11
PA 12
PPS
LCP
PES
PEI
PI
PSU
MABS
TPE
PEEK
Excellent weldability if laser transmissibility is sufficient *PMMA: Caution with plate material: cast PMMAs are not weldable.
Good weldability if laser transmissibility is sufficient
Potentially weldable; welding tests required
TPE: Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) may be joined to other TPEs, of the same type or to formstable thermoplastics, if they are compatible with the base material of the TPE.
Thermoplastic elastomeres include TPE-O, TPE-U, TPE-V, TPE-C, TPE-S, TPE-A.
Laser Transmission: The degree of transparancy of plastics is influenced by cristallisation, fillers, wall thickness, pigments and surface structure. Please check with your Leister contact for compatibility of the
transparent joining partner.

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Individual solutions for an extensive range of tasks

Laser welding is suitable for diverse areas and applications. To be able to provide the optimum solution for every
application, Leister has developed various laser delivery concepts. Optimum solutions provide optimum customer
profit returns through maximizing production volume, reduction of production waste, and end-user product
satisfaction.

Contour welding Quasi-simultaneous welding

In contour welding, a laser spot is guided sequentially along a Two scanner mirrors deflect the laser spot and guide it along
predetermined welding pattern, melting it locally. The welding the welding contour at a very high speed. The joining surface
volume remains comparatively small as a result of the geometric is traversed several times per second, whereby the laser beam
conditions, and extrusion of the melt is avoided. Relative effectively heats and plasticizes the entire welding contour at the
motion, is achieved by moving the component, the laser, or a same time. Part tolerances can be melted and collapsed forming
combination of both. a welding bead, as both joining parts are pressed together
during the welding process.

Characteristics and application: Characteristics and application:

• Laser beam focused to a spot • Laser beam focused to a spot
• Ability to change weld width by varying focal distance • Great flexibility
• Arbitrary 2D joining line • Gap filling possible
• Ideal for frequent changes of component • Suitable for small series and mass production

Simultaneous welding Radial welding

In this technique, one or more lasers heat the entire weld path A unique method for bonding cylindrical components whereby
simultaneously. High power diode lasers are generally used as a a mirror deflects the laser beam such that it impinges radially
result of their compact design. It is very easy to achieve ring and on the outside symmetrical surface of the component. The tight
line-shaped welding seams. Almost any beam geometry can be (inner diameter / outer diameter) fit between the parts to be
generated by means of special, state-of-the-art beam shaping joined supplies the clamping pressure required for the welding
elements. process. The component remains in a fixed position during the
circumferential, continuous welding process.

Characteristics and application: Characteristics and application:

• Short processing time • Suitable for different diameters
• No relative motion • No rotational movement
• Gap filling possible • High throughput
• Suitable for mass production • No clamping device required

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Leister offers systems for Contour, Simultaneous, Quasi-simultaneous and Radial welding. Process capability is
further extended through the Leister patented processes of Mask, GLOBO, and Roller welding.

Mask welding GLOBO welding

A mask is inserted between the laser source and the parts to A laser beam is focused at a point on the joining plane via an air
be welded. A curtain or collimated laser light is moved across bearing, frictionless, freely rotating glass sphere. The glass sphere
the entire joining area of the parts. The laser is only incident on not only focuses – it also serves as a mechanical clamping
the components where they are not obscured by the mask. tool. While the sphere rolls on the component, it applies continuous
Mask welding achieves a very high resolution, and is suitable for pressure at a point on the joining plane. The glass sphere
straight and curved weld lines, as well as for two-dimensional replaces the mechanical clamping device and expands the scope
structures. of laser welding to both continuous and three-dimensional
applications.

Characteristics and application: Characteristics and application:

• Line-shaped laser beam • Arbitrary joining geometries in two and three dimensions
• Any desired joining geometry within a plane • Welding without a clamping device
• Fast and flexible • Simultaneous application of clamping pressure/laser energy
• Suitable for micro and macro applications • Suitable for robotic applications

Roller welding

Roller welding is based on the concept of GLOBO welding.

A linear laser beam is focused through a glass roller onto the
welding plane. The roller is optionally supported on one or two
sides and the line widths are available in various lengths. Roller
welding enables wider weld seams and hence greater strengths
in the weld zone.

Characteristics and application: The patented welding concepts Mask and GLOBO
• Any two-dimensional welding geometry along a line welding developed by Leister were granted the
• Welding without clamping device “Swiss Technology Award”.
• Different weld seam widths
• Suitable for robotic applications

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Manual workstations for every application

The NOVOLAS WS-AT is a manual workstation that can be equipped in a wide variety of ways. In addition to the
standard version, expansions with rotary indexing table and conveyor belt are also available. These NOVOLAS laser
systems are rounded off with comprehensive accessories. This means you can assembly a laser welding system
that is tailored to your applications and processes.

NOVOLAS WS-AT Technical Data

An all-modular, all-purpose system. It contains all components Laser type diode laser, fiber laser
necessary for processing and is ready for connection of all Beam shape spot or line
options. You can select any additional components necessary Laser power W spot up to 300, line up to 600
and useful for your process. The NOVOLAS WS-AT laser system Line length mm 18 – 95 LineBeam AT
can be used in combination with multiple laser and optic PC control for laser, axes and
modules, thus increasing productivity and efficiency of the Controller
process control
production process. Cycle times are optimized by the multiple lasers per system possible
implementation of a rotary table for automated or partially-auto- Multi laser
mated handling of the components for processing. The control Data interface Windows Share
software includes modules for process control and is designed
customer specific, Ethercat, Profibus,
for integration of additional options and accessories. An online Control interface
CAN, Profinet, ...
process control with good/bad evaluation is implemented into
200­/ 230 ± 10%,
the control system. Immediately after installation of the turnkey Line voltage V~
air-cooled also 110
system you can start with production.
Frequency Hz 50 / 60
Max. current consumption A 16 (depending on configuration)
Compressed air connection bar 6
water or air cooled, depending on
Cooling
configuration, exhaust air max. 55 °C
Environment conditions °C 15 – 40, air cooled up to 35
standard model
Dimensions (L x W x H) mm 860 x 1240 x 1860,
without warning lamp and monitor
Weight kg approx. 400 (depending on configuration)
Laser class 1 (with pilot laser 2 / 2M / 3R)
Operating interface Leister HMI

CE-conform. Technical data subject to change. Further options on request.

• Turnkey laser system for all laser-welding concepts

• Comprehensive and intuitive human machine interface
• Use of multiple laser and optic modules per system increases
throughput and efficiency
• Online process control integrated in system control
• Modular design for customization
• Easy to integrate into existing conveyor systems
• Rotary indexing table with 2-way or 3-way separation

NOVOLAS WS-AT:
Laser welding system, configured as a manual workstation

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Table version of a manual workstation

The NOVOLAS TTS (Table Top System) impresses by its functionality on the smallest possible space. This compact
manual workstation combines all of the advantages of the laser welding of plastics in an inexpensive and simple
programmable system.

NOVOLAS TTS Technical data

The compact design of the NOVOLAS TTS contains all of the Laser type Diode laser, air-cooled
components necessary for the laser welding of plastics. The Beam shape Spot, Line, Ring, DOE
laser unit and the processing cell can be set up separately from Laser power W 40 (max.)
one another and can thus lend themselves to optimum space Pilot laser LED
utilization in production. Despite the small processing cell, the Processing area mm 100 x 100
processing and/or welding surface is 100 x 100 mm. Max. travel speed mm/s 200
The NOVOLAS TTS is controlled via a Mini PLC and program-
Max. clamping force N 1372
med with an HMI (Human Machine Interface) software developed
Air pressure bar 6
by Leister. The HMI transfers the process-relevant data into the
system where it can then be stored with reference to a particular Embedded PLC for process
Control
project. control of laser and axes
The welding contour can be programmed individually in the CNC Dimensions (L x W x H)
code while other parameters such as laser power and speed Processing cell mm 500 x 585 x 525
can simply be specified. Basic AT compact mm 550 x 500 x 325
Once implemented, the system functions autonomously. Input Weight
components such as keyboard and monitor can be separated Processing cell kg ~ 65
from the system for production purposes. External intervention Basic AT compact kg ~ 35
via a Remote Desktop is also possible if desired. Mains voltage V~ 100 – 240
Max. power consumption A 10
• Compact and efficient laser welding system Frequency Hz 50 / 60
• Investment-optimized production system Cable length between
mm 2000
• Several applications can be adjusted for production the modules
• Non-process-specific HMI software Environmental conditions °C 15 - 40
• Laser Safety Class 1 Operating interface Leister HMI

CE-conform. Technical data subject to change. Further options on request.

Operation cell: NOVOLAS Basic AT Compact:

compact and efficient compact and cost-effective diode laser system

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NOVOLAS HMI (Human Machine Interface) software
A process-mapping software that is used across the
entire product range. It is configured for the modules
used and depicts all of the adjustable processes.

Welcome

Both the language and the machine user access level are
assigned at the time of user login. Three levels can be selected
that are password protected:
• Setup
• Production
• Service

On the right-hand side of the monitor screen, the laser system is

depicted, depending on the application.

Setup mode

In Setup mode, process-relevant parameters are set

and released for the operator:

1. Movement: Programmable in G-code

2. Laser: Power and process modes
3. Clamping fixture: Function of the clamping system
and its modes
4. Quality monitoring: Selection and type of monitoring

Production mode

In Production mode, the operator can:

1. Select a processing program

2. See the number of welded parts that are evaluated
as good (green) or bad (red)
3. Select a released quality monitoring that is displayed
as a curve in the lower area

SystemOverview

A software that is supplied along with every NOVOLAS

Basic AT system. The software visualizes the conditions of the
individual modules and supports the integration and the setup
of the process. In the event of service cases, the system can be
analyzed and updated with this software. Remote-controlled
intervention via an Internet access is already pre-installed.

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Quality control

Monitoring and qualification of the welding result is adapted to the process on the basis of optional process
monitoring methods. Reject procedures that stabilize the overall process can be realized on the basis of these
methods.

Process monitoring
Process control in the production process

Pre-process Post-process
• Measurement of relevant dimensions • Optical inspection
• Flatness measurements • Pressure decrease test
• Measurement of optical characteristics • Vacuum decrease test
• Component presence check • Destroying test methods
• Component positioning check • Burst pressure
• Fixture encoding • Thin sections
• Component encoding • Tensile test

In-process
• Measurement of Laser power
• Measurement of welding speed
• Pyrometry
• Component position and melting path
• Melting speed
• Clamping force
• Optical monitoring

Monitored welding results

A combination of these three areas often leads to the optimum

result. In-process monitoring constitutes online control that
can be realized, for example, with a pyrometer for temperature
monitoring or a path/force measurement. These options are
tailored to the application and the welding method being used.

Pyrometer
• Process control and regulation according to temperature
• Temperature range 100 – 400 °C

Path/force measurement
• Process control and regulation according to joining distance
• Resolution 0.01 mm with 25 mm measuring range
• Resolution 10 N with 2000 N measuring range

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The modular, integratable and powerful laser systems

NOVOLAS Basic AT and Basic AT Compact: The combination of these laser systems with the welding principles
results in a multitude of options that are a match for any challenge. The systems are designed for integration in
production systems and structured for the laser welding of plastics.

NOVOLAS Basic AT and Basic AT Compact Technical Data

NOVOLAS Basic AT and Basic AT Compact are optimized for Laser type diode laser, fiber laser
the integration into production lines and manufacturing cells. Beam shape spot or line
The laser systems can easily be configured for various requi- Laser power W spot up to 300, line up to 600
rements, due to their consequent modular design. Almost any Line length mm 18 – 95, LineBeam AT
welding concept can be realized with the different diode lasers and Up to 4 laser modules per
optic modules. The mutually matched components provide high Multi laser
system possible
process stability as well as cost-saving production. The use of Pilot laser / aiming laser mW < 3 (Laser class 2 / 2M / 3R)
multiple laser and optic modules in a single system enables an digital/analog I / O, RS232,
efficient way to increase throughput which also helps reducing Data interface
RS422 / 485
costs.
Line voltage 200 / 240
V~
Basic AT for water-cooled lasers
• Flexible and cost-effective; suitable for diverse applications
Line voltage 110 – 240
• Individual control via customer supplied guidance system V~
Basic AT and AT Compact for air-cooled lasers
• Multiple laser and optic modules in one system possible
• Very high throughput possible with an appropriate upgrade Frequency Hz 50 / 60
• Modular design with various optional components Max. current consumption A 10 – 16 (depending on configuration)
• Rapid - plug-in connections water or air cooled
Cooling
• Interlock 2-channel in accordance with Performance Level e (depending on configuration)
• Two Emergency STOP concepts: Environment conditions °C 15 – 40, air cooled 15 – 35
1) Internal (E-STOP switched in series) Dimensions
2) External (externally controlled E-STOP status) Basic AT compact mm 550 x 500 x 325 (6 HE)
Basic AT 550 x 780 x 878 – 1288 (12 – 24 HE)
Weight kg starting at 35 (Basic AT Compact)
Laser class 4

CE-conform. Technical data subject to change. Further options on request.

NOVOLAS Basic AT: NOVOLAS Basic AT Compact:

Flexible, modular laser system for integration Compact and cost-efficient laser system featuring an air-cooled
diode laser

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Integration of the Basic AT systems

The NOVOLAS Basic AT systems have been prepared for integration. Their modularity supports complex integrations,
both in manual workstations and in fully automated production operations.

Integration solutions

NOVOLAS Basic AT systems are designed for customer-specific

integration. Basic options have been prepared and are applied
depending on the integration depth.

The systems are connected to the customer’s main system using

quick-coupling connections. These couplings are also provided
prior to delivery of the system by request. This allows the system
to be connected immediately upon delivery.

Each system is equipped with processing optics and suitab-

le software. Monitoring functions and integration aids support
installation into the customer-specific systems.

Turnkey system

If customer requirements cannot be met with the NOVOLAS

WS-AT, realizing the process with an integrator is an option.

The system shown in the illustration is equipped with a robot,

rotary indexing table, and Globo optics. It is operated with a
NOVOLAS Basic AT.

Production line

Another integration example is provided in the illustration to

the right, with a Basic AT compact that is being used in a fully
automated production line. The laser system can be installed
independently of the processing location, so that positioning is
flexible.

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Optics for NOVOLAS laser systems

The Leister concept encompasses two basic optics. They model the various welding concepts by means of
exchangeable, beam changing optics modules.

AT / BT optics concept

BT optics

• Optical components only

Spot
Various focal distances
and focus diameters

Field

Various edge
lengths

DOE
Drawer system,
therefore easily
exchangeable

Scanner

F-theta lenses for various

fields of work:

980 nm 1070 nm
100 x 100 mm 100 x 100 mm
240 x 240 mm 200 x 200 mm
350 x 350 mm 360 x 360 mm

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The BT (base technology) optics are small and compact, and only equipped with optical elements. The AT
(advanced technology) optics on the other hand offer enhanced process stability through integrated monitoring
electronics.

AT optics

• Optical components
• Performance monitoring
• Fiber connection monitoring
• Optional pyrometer

Line
Various line lengths

Ring
Various ring diameters
and ring widths

Radial Optic 38

For components with rotational

symmetry (≤ 38 mm)
Laser protection can be integrated

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Optic for NOVOLAS laser systems

Leister’s portfolio of laser systems is rounded off by a multitude of accessory parts co-ordinated with the
systems. With these accessory components developed for various applications and requirements, the systems can be
optionally equipped according to customer specifications.

Line laser LineBeam AT Collimation module for

LineBeam AT
• Line lengths 18 – 95 mm
• Laser power up to 600 W • Field lens for collimation
• Homogeneous energy density • Line length 38 mm, 48 mm
distribution due to special optics • Homogenous energy distribution
• Pilot beam for adjustment due to special optics
• Field lens optional • Pilot beam for adjustment
• Area lens optional • Area lens optional

GLOBO optic Globo ball housing laser

protected
• Integrated optical and clamping
system • coupling nut with enlarged
• Glass sphere on air bearing flange
• Pneumatic clamping device • enhanced laser safety
• Adjustable welding seam width • easy exchangeable
• Pyrometer optionally available

Roller Optic – double sided Roller Optic – single sided

bearing bearing
• Localized pneumatic pressure • localized pneumatic pressure wi-
without additional clamping thout additional clamping device
device • equalized pressure distribution
• Equalized pressure distribution by pivoting roller
by pivoting roller • line length 3 – 4.9 mm
• Line length 3 – 6.7 mm
• Line length 29 – 30 mm (LineBeam)

Radial Optic 68

• For rotationally symmetrical

components (≤ ø 68 mm)
• Possible to integrate laser safety
• Maximum workpiece height
60 mm, independently of
diameter

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For Mask welding, apart from the special line lasers, masks are also offered which can be individually manufactured
according to customer specifications. Special clamping devices and customer-specific optics belong to Leister’s
performance spectrum.

Diffractive optical element (DOE)

A DOE is an optical beam forming element. DOEs are used

for the simultaneous welding of point symmetrical contours or
for process-optimized beam forming (M-shape) in contour or
quasi-simultaneous welding.

Welding with M-shape improves heat distribution in the welding

seam and thereby enlarges the process window.

DOEs are also used in the scanner optics in order to configure

various welding seam widths with the same working distance.

Please consult your qualified personnel for laser technology to

determine which options are best for your application.

DOE generating an M-shape

DOEs, generating an M-shape, are used to optimize the energy

distribution in contour- or quasi-simultaneous welding. During
relative movement of the laser beam to the component, the ener-
gy distribution s(x) across the weld seam depends on both, the
intensity distribution I(x,y) and the speed. A tophat or Gaussian
intensity distribution causes an energy distribution with a falling
edge during motion (s. figure). Thus, temperature rises more in
the middle of the welding seam.

A DOE, generating an M-shape, counteracts with a decreasing power density distribution from outside inwards. To achieve this, the
laser beam is multiplied, rearranged and weighted by performance. The complete irradiated area is larger depending on the totality
of single beamlets. The good beam quality of fiber lasers support a defined figure of single beams in a plane. (s. figure). The single
beams of diode lasers, however, are relatively large with min. 200 µm and overlap if the overall diameter should stay small (s. figure).

DOE (M-shape) with Fiber laser DOE (M-shape) with Diode laser

1 mm 1 mm 1 mm

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Services

The Laser Plastic Welding Business Unit understands 'Service' as covering everything from product development
through series readiness to after sales service. We know the importance of responsive, reliable service and take
every measure to ensure it sets us apart from the rest.

Pre-development

The requirements of a component often determine the joining

process. We will be happy to advise you about materials and
welding processes for these kinds of individual applications.
Afterwards, we support you with your initial welding attempts
and their evaluations in one of our optimally equipped applica-
tions laboratories.

In addition to state-of-the-art laser welding systems, our appli-

cations laboratory also has available extensive opportunities for
component testing.

An optimum welding seam layout is just as important for the

joining of components as the associated process. Profit from
our know-how in plastics processing and in joining techniques
in order to be a step ahead even in the pre-development stage.

Process development and optimization

We support you with the selection of the optimum process and

by the determination of process data.
For this, all relevant parameters are recorded and a process
window is defined which lays the foundation of a machine
concept. Use our knowledge as well to optimized processes that
are already established.

Section through a laser welding seam of 3 mm width.

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Systems integration After Sales Service

Manufacturing a product is made up of individual process steps. Laser welding systems are investment goods that require regular
Intelligent integrations are the solution in the linkage of these care and maintenance. Our maintenance contracts are tailored
processes. to the systems and follow specified time intervals. We support
The NOVOLAS products are specially developed for the welding our customers with an After Sales Service that performs:
of plastics with lasers and offer versatile integration options. Use • Technical support
this advantage and plan a professional integration and process • Remote analysis via the Internet or
adjustment with our specialists. • On-site repairs in the event of system errors

We are represented worldwide by Leister national companies

Machine concepts and distributors and are also therefore in a position to supply
spare parts at short notice.
Our laser systems are based on standard components that can
be expanded in accordance with customer specific needs.

These expansions are also available to you and are comprised

of, among other things:
• Coding options for fixtures and components
• Camera-based parts detection or process monitoring
• External laser power measurement
• Good/bad part evaluation with disposal container
• Workpiece boxes
• Customer-specific colors

Simply ask about the possibilities.

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Leister Lasersystems: international success

Laser systems and components made by Leister have successfully been in use throughout the world for many
years. Below, you can find a small selection of the numerous customers who put their trust in Leister.

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Leister delivers performances
Leister is the worldwide leader in the field of plastic welding and
industrial hot-air applications. For over 60 years, Leister has
been the worldwide leader in the field of plastic welding and
industrial hot-air applications. Leister is proud to develop and
produce all products in Switzerland – so you can always rely on
the proverbial Swiss made quality.

Over 98 percent of our products are exported. With an

established, dense network of 120 sales and service centers all
over the globe, you will find a Leister partner guaranteed. We
are local worldwide.

Leister Corporate Center in Kaegiswil, Switzerland.

For decades now, Leister Leister’s innovative laser wel-

has been the worldwide ding solutions provide alterna-
market leader. The performan- tive production processes in
ce and reliability of our pro- automotive, medical, sensor,
ducts makes Leister the first electronics and textile manu-
choice. Our tools are used in facturing as well as microsys-
roofing, billboards, tarpaulis, tems technology. The laser-
civil engineering, tunneling, systems can also be used in
landfills, plastic fabrication, the field of process heat.
flooring and shrinking to name
a few.

Hot-air is increasingly deplo- Axetris works to ensure our

yed in industrial processes. customers remain ahead of
Typical applications include their field, now and in the
activating, heating, curing, future. We continue to actively
melting, shrinking, welding, develop and produce next-
sterilizing, drying and warming generation sensors and optical
to name a few. Leister custo- components in our cleanroom
mers profit from our extensive today.
engineering knowledge and
benefit from our recommen-
dations during the conceptual
design of hot-air applications.

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