Applications
Galvanometers, scan heads and scan control from Nutfield Technology are used across laser material processing, imaging and research applications.
Nutfield Technology manufactures a variety of optical scanning products for use in hundreds of applications including: laser imaging, DNA biochip analysis, direct-to-plate printing and virtually hundreds of laser-based material processing applications (cutting, coding, drilling, marking, welding, heat treatment, etc.) used in the manufacturing of semiconductor, electronic, telecommunication optics, and automotive products. As we look to the future, we see expanding opportunities for laser scanning based products. Our goal is to continue to explore materials and designs that push performance further and advance our customer’s competitive advantage in the market. We also strive to provide the best support and value in the industry.
Laser Marking
Photo: Opt Lasers from Poland / PexelsNutfield 2-axis and 3-axis scanning subassemblies are widely employed in laser marking systems that produce alphanumeric text, barcodes, and graphics for product identification and decoration purposes on a variety of different materials including metals, plastics, semiconductor, LEDs, ID cards and organic materials. Nutfield Scan Kits, when integrated with most lasers, provide items necessary to assemble a laser-marking engine. We also offer a variety of mechanical mounting accessories to help with system assembly.
Nutfield products listing this application (21):
- QS-5 OPD Galvanometer Scanner
- QS-7 OPD Galvanometer Scanner
- QS-12 OPD Galvanometer Scanner
- HS-15 Flexure-Based Galvanometer
- SS-30 Flexure-Based Galvanometer
- QS-7 XY Open Frame 2-Axis Scan Head
- QS-12 OPD Open Frame 2-Axis Scan Head
- QS-30 Open Frame 2-Axis Scan Head
- XLR8-7 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- XLR8-10 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-10 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-15 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-20 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- 3XB 3-Axis Scan Head
- Contour 3-Axis Scan Head
- Fiber Laser Scan Kit
- SurfBoard-1 Scan Controller
- SurfBoard-2 Scan Controller
- Pipeline-1 Scan Controller
- Pipeline-2 Scan Controller
- WaveRunner Scan Control Software
Cutting and Patterning
Photo: YIHAI LASER / PexelsNutfield Technology’s 3XB Series 3-axis scan heads are widely employed in laser cutting and marking of textiles. The capability of 3XB-CO2 3-axis scan heads to produce up to 2m x 2m scan fields, in concert with small spot diameters, offers a strong solution for cutting and engraving denim and other durable fabrics.
Nutfield products listing this application (9):
Laser Welding
Nutfield products listing this application (9):
Micromachining
Photo: Opt Lasers from Poland / PexelsNutfield 2-axis and 3-axis scanning subassemblies are widely employed in laser scribing, engraving, cutting, and drilling applications. Accurate spot placement is required to create fine features & optimized kerfs, and minimize HAZ. A typical Nutfield micromachining solution would include a packaged scan head with focusing optics, plus WaveRunner Scan Control Software and hardware.
Nutfield products listing this application (18):
- QS-3 OPD Galvanometer Scanner
- QS-7 OPD Galvanometer Scanner
- QS-12 OPD Galvanometer Scanner
- QS-30 Moving Magnet Galvanometer
- SS-30 Flexure-Based Galvanometer
- XLR8-7 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- XLR8-10 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-10 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-15 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-20 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- D-20 Digital XY Scan Head
- 3XB 3-Axis Scan Head
- Contour 3-Axis Scan Head
- Fiber Laser Scan Kit
- SurfBoard-1 Scan Controller
- SurfBoard-2 Scan Controller
- Pipeline-2 Scan Controller
- WaveRunner Scan Control Software
3D and Contoured Surfaces
Nutfield Technology’s 3XB Series Scan Heads are used for 2D or 3D laser scanning applications using 3-axis technology. A new simplified software interface allows creation of a scan field that matches the shape of the target surface, making it ideal for precise marking and engraving on complex shapes such as spheres, cylinders, arrays or concave, convex, or square shapes. More info can be found here.
Nutfield products listing this application (6):
Solar Scribing
Photo: Kindel Media / PexelsNutfield 2-axis and 3-axis scanning solutions are widely employed in laser systems for photovoltaic (PV) panel and wafer manufacturing applications. Nutfield Technology’s 3XB Series 3-axis scan heads are particularly well suited for demanding large format applications such as scribing and edge deletion as performed for PV panels.
Nutfield products listing this application (10):
- QS-12 OPD Galvanometer Scanner
- QS-30 Moving Magnet Galvanometer
- SS-30 Flexure-Based Galvanometer
- XLR8-7 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- XLR8-10 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-10 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-15 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-20 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- 3XB 3-Axis Scan Head
- Contour 3-Axis Scan Head
Imaging and Microscopy
Photo: Eyes2Soul Eyes2Soul / Pexels Image capture and generation (printing) applications can require very high resolution scanners. Nutfield HS-15 Series flexure scanners provide unmatched resolution and repeatability, and eliminate rumble associated with ball-bearing scanners. Nutfield also offers a variety of strong performance and price scanner offerings for moderately demanding imaging applications.
Nutfield products listing this application (9):
Surface Treatment and Materials Processing
Nutfield products listing this application (13):
- QS-12 OPD Galvanometer Scanner
- QS-12 OPD Open Frame 2-Axis Scan Head
- XLR8-7 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- XLR8-10 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-10 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-15 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- Xtreme-20 Packaged 2-Axis Scan Head
- D-20 Digital XY Scan Head
- Fiber Laser Scan Kit
- SurfBoard-1 Scan Controller
- SurfBoard-2 Scan Controller
- Pipeline-2 Scan Controller
- WaveRunner Scan Control Software
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