Application Notes

As a leading provider of flex laser via drilling solutions, ESI applies decades of innovation and laser processing expertise to the challenges faced by customers focused on optimizing …

High-volume manufacturing of HDI PCBs requires blind (BHV) and through-hole (LTH) via processing; these vias are typically created with laser drills, which offer fast, reliable, and …

Millions of stents, heart valves, and components are tested in the medical industry each year with ESI's portfolio of market-leading metrology systems. Our systems go beyond dimensional …

Lasers are widely used in electronics packaging New end market demand requires rethinking of laser choices and system architectures. The system needs to provide high accuracy, high …

Dielectric materials where no copper cladding is required during lamination are typically used in semi-additive plating, modified semi-additive (mSAP), MLCC, or other such applicat …

Laser Direct Drilling is a process used for via formation (BVH & LTH) in a variety of dielectric materials, typically requiring some pre process preparation (thinned Cu, oxide treatment, …

In the Comformal Mask Drilling process, the top Cu is removed by chemical etching or UV Laser. The aperture is then used as a mask for CO2 drilling into the dielectric material.

SPOT ON™ increases performance by delivering a dynamic beam focus capability to high-production Flex PCB manufacturing. This capability enables beam location and control through automated …

Optimizing PCB laser processing for production requires a holistic view of the laser processes and their place in the production line. Taking the time to understand how those factors …

With your systems in place and your operators and process engineers fully trained, your team is now equipped to start developing and running production processes. However, it is common …

With so many processes to keep track of in a flex manufacturing line, it can be easy to get lost in the details and begin to rely on your suppliers to address any issues that might …

When reviewing typical UV laser processing systems, upfront costs and maintenance costs make up the largest percentage of cost of ownership, with the majority of maintenance costs related …

There are several steps in the flexible circuit manufacturing process where laser processing can add value. This series will primarily focus on the laser micromachining processes related …

For decades ESI has been a leader in offering automated test, high-speed handling and visual inspection equipment for the manufacture of MLCCs and other passive components, including …