Definition
Laser ablation, or laser wire stripping, is a non-mechanical
means to remove the coating from select locations on
a given wire substrate. The result will be a clean and
undamaged wire that has not been marred by mechanical
cutting blades. Laser ablation provides greater flexibility in
locating the areas of coating removal which allow for more
complex components. Fort Wayne Metals’ ablation process
will accommodate spooled and cut length materials and
will provide discrete lengths ready to use.

Features:
Tight tolerances
Precision transition zones
Discrete lengths
Processing from a spool or discrete pieces

Applications:
Cardiac Rhythm Management
Neurostimulation
Guidewires
Electrophysiology
End Terminations

Lead-Times
Our in-house laser ablation capabilities allow us to offer
a more stream-lined manufacturing approach for coated
wire and cable needs. Fort Wayne Metals now offers a
fully integrated manufacturing option for our customers
through utilization of our wire drawing, stranding, coating,
and laser ablation.