LASER S 500 (U)

The ultimate Laser ablation tool

15 years of legacy serving perfection

Ultraprecision

The LASER S 500 (U)’s advanced design, kinematics and motors ensure unmatched accuracy and repeatability, even for long jobs.

Efficiency

The LASER S 500 (U) features powerful components for excellent results at lightning speed.

Flexibility

Thanks to high-performance Laser sources and versatile configurations, tackle any machining tasks with ease.

What you can achieve

The semiconductor industry widely uses hard and brittle materials with precise physical properties. The new LASER S 500 (U) is engineered to excel with these materials.

ICT items require high precision on complex geometries and present unique challenges. Master these manufacturing challenges with the LASER S 500 (U).

The watchmaking industry thrives on innovation and technical complexity. With the LASER S 500 (U), conquering these challenges is now achievable.

Mechanics
HMI
Configurations
Applications
Video

Complete thermostabilization

The core components of the LASER S 500 (U) are water-cooled. The advantages of this feature allow:

preventing temperature variations
maintaining perfect accuracy all along your production cycle, whether it be hours, days or weeks

High dynamics

Accelerated axis mouvement

Combination of linear motors and torque motors drive higher speed and acceleration on the axis.

Advanced optical 3D high-speed scanner

The new LASER S 500 (U) integrates the latest generation of 3D scanner achieving up to 3500 mm/s scanning speed.

Digital excellence

With SPOT, our innovative Laser machine interface, we offer an advanced Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and controller that exceeds the demands of even the most complex applications.

Flexibility

Enhanced programming, loop and variable management, operation management and code completion offer the flexibility to tailor programs to specific application requirements.

Machine tool DNA

SPOT delivers advanced frame management, tool management, software corrections, measurement cycles, calibration wizards and G-code capabilities.

Ergonomics and user friendliness

Single-click laser switch, embedded controls, and intuitive features set SPOT as the industry standard for a user-friendly interface.

User account management

It enhances security and control with customizable permissions and access levels.

Versatile machining

3-axis configuration
Maximum loading capacity: 60 kg

5-axis configuration
Maximum loading capacity: 15 kg

Applications

Wafer chuck
+ Market segment: semiconductors
+ Material: silicon carbide
+ Laser (type/power): nano 50 W Flexipulse
+ Software: LaserCAM^TM
+ Average surface flatness: ± 3 µm
+ Average depth: 185 ± 5 µm

ICT Connectors
+ Market segment: ICT
+ Material: tungsten carbide
+ Laser (type/power): GF Femto Flexipulse 40 W IR
+ Software: LaserCAM^TM
+ Part max depth: 1 ± 0.005 mm
+ Surface roughness: 0.15 µm

Watch case decor
+ Market segment: watch
+ Material: brass
+ Laser (type/power): GF Femto Flexipulse 40 W IR
+ Software: LaserCAM^TM and LaserDESIGN^TM+ 5 axis engraving
+ Brush pattern with continuity
+ Shiny effect in brass

Bottle cap
+ Market segment: Packaging
+ Material: Stavax
+ Laser (type/power): GF Femto Flexipulse 40 W IR
+ Software: LaserDESIGN^TM
+ Stripes depth: 401 ± 1 µm
+ Thread depth: 402 ± 1 µm

Key services for your Laser machine

We offer dedicated Success Packs offerings for Laser machines. For added peace of mind, our packs give you full warranty coverage for up to 5 years. You can ensure optimum performance with our regular maintenance and get back to business quickly through fast and efficient repair services.

Extended warranty

Included in Silver+ Success Pack
One-year full machine warranty including laser source and labor costs

Preventive maintenance

Included in Silver Success Pack
Annual scheduled intervention on site including an OEM certified maintenance kit and labor costs

Fast repair services

Included in Bronze / Bronze+ Success Packs
Advanced diagnosis, 24/5 support through My rConnect digital platorm

Learn more about Success Packs

Specifications

LASER S 500 / LASER S 500 U

Machine
Machine dimensions *	2174 x 1387 x 2556 mm 85.59 x 54.60 x 100.63 in
Approx. machine weight (with coolant)	4000 kg 8818 lbs
Machine footprint	3600 x 2500 mm 141.73 x 98.42 in

Electrical supply
Nominal power	15 kVA

Pneumatic supply
Air pressure	6 ÷ 8 bar 0.6 ÷ 0.8 MPa
Required output flow	Max. 300 l/min

Operation control
Type	Beckhoff Industrial PC (C6640)
Operating system	Microsoft Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2019 LTSC
Screen	Multi-Touch LED 21.5’’ display
User interface	SPOT

Table
Table dimensions **	590 x 470 mm 23.23 x 18.50 in
Table T Slots (number, dimensions)	Check layout
Dist. table/Found. plate	LASER S 500: 818 mm (32.20 in) LASER S 500 U: 764 mm (30.08 in)

Movement
Number of axes	3 (LASER S 500) 5 (LASER S 500 U)
X travel	550 mm 21.65 in
Y travel	400 mm 15.75 in
Z travel	500 mm 19.68 in
B-axis travel	-110/+110 (LASER S 500 U)
C-axis travel	0/+720 (LASER S 500 U)

Working area
Max. workpiece LASER S 500	60 kg 132 lbs
Max. workpiece LASER S 500 U	15 kg 33 lbs
Max. workpiece dim. (3-axis)	Refer to machine layout – depends on the lens type
Max. workpiece dim. (5-axis)	Refer to machine layout – depends on the lens type
Max. permissible inertia (5-axis)	0.17 kg.m²

Specific equipment available in configurator for this machine
M85 IR Lens	F163
M85 IR/GR Lens	FSTC70/FSTC130
Number of Laser sources	1 or 2 (1 Femto IR only + 1 Nano IR)
Laser GF Femto Flexipulse™	20 W IR/40 W IR/40 W IR-GR
Laser Nano Flexipulse™	50 W IR/100 W IR