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High-Precision Laser Processing for Medical-Grade Glass Components

Our laser technologies enable ultra-clean, high-precision machining of glass and glass-ceramic components used in diagnostics, surgical tools, and implantable devices – ensuring full compliance with biocompatibility, traceability, and sterilization standards.

Precision Glass Processing for Medical Technology

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In medical technology, precision, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance are non-negotiable. From point-of-care diagnostics and surgical optics to implantable devices and sterilizable systems, medical glass components must be processed without introducing microcracks, thermal stress, or contamination.

Our laser-based micromachining platforms deliver non-contact, tool-free solutions for cutting, drilling, texturing, and selective coating removal. Our cleanroom-compatible systems ensure process stability, traceability, and reproducibility – supporting both R&D and high-volume production of critical medical devices.

Key Technical Features for Medical Glass Processing:

High-precision laser cutting and drilling of medical-grade glass and glass-ceramics
Non-contact micromachining with zero tool wear and no particle contamination
Selective coating removal with no thermal distortion or biocompatibility risk
Surface texturing for improved bonding, optical properties, or cell response
Selective coating removal for wettability tuning and sensor zones
Scalable platforms for prototypes, pilot series, and GMP-compliant production
ISO 13485-compatible solutions for cleanroom manufacturing environments
Fully automated, traceable processing for implantables and diagnostics
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Clean glass cutting with high repeatability

Cutting of Medical-Grade and Bio-Inert Glass

Applications:

  • Precision shaping of diagnostic, surgical, or implantable glass components
  • Cutting of borosilicate, fused silica, or quartz materials for sterile use

4JET Technology Fit:

  • Bessel beam laser cutting for crack-free edges, high optical quality, and superior edge integrity – eliminating the need for post-grinding

4JET Solution:

  • Contactless and contamination-free separation – ideal for sealed, implantable, or sterilized devices

4JET Platforms:

PEARL 400S PEARL 500X

Close-up of several drilled holes, showing elongated and round holes with different diameters.
Examples of drilling geometries with high quality

Drilling & Micromachining for Surgical and Diagnostic Devices

Applications:

  • Venting holes, fluidic access ports, or fixation features in miniaturized glass parts
  • Multi-layer drilling for sensor integration or channel routing in implantable devices

4JET Technology Fit:

  • Ultrashort pulse (USP) lasers for high-aspect-ratio features with zero burrs or cracks

4JET Solution:

  • Repeatable, debris-free hole formation for fluid-tight and functional medical assemblies

4JET Platforms:

PEARL 400S PEARL 500X

Substrate with grid-like ablation pattern. The ablation lines stand out brightly from the unprocessed material.
Grid-like surface structuring

Surface Structuring for Bioactive and Optical Performance

Applications:

  • Enhancing bonding, optical behavior, or wettability of glass surfaces
  • Creating textures for anti-fog, hydrophilic, or anti-reflective functionality

4JET Technology Fit:

  • Sub-micron laser texturing with tunable roughness and optical-grade finish

4JET Solution:

  • Contactless, sterile-ready processing for implantables, surgical optics, and diagnostic windows

Thin-Film Processing

Microscopic image of a curved cutting edge. The component is brightly illuminated relative to the surroundings.
Cutting edge with high quality in tight radii

Glass Processing for Diagnostic Consumables

Applications:

  • Machining and dicing of glass components in single-use devices (e.g., blood tests, PCR)
  • Feature creation in disposable fluid delivery and analysis systems

4JET Technology Fit:

  • Compact, high-throughput systems for rapid prototyping and automated production

4JET Solution:

  • Compact, modular systems for cleanroom integration and automation readiness

4JET Platforms:

PEARL 400S PEARL 500X

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Full-area laser layer removal

Coating Removal on Functional Glass Components

Applications:

  • Selective ablation of coatings for contacts, sensors, or bonding zones
  • Used in smart implants, imaging optics, or diagnostic interfaces

4JET Technology Fit:

  • Vision-guided, layer-specific laser ablation with micron-scale control

4JET Solution:

  • Biocompatible processing with no residual thermal impact – ensuring functionality and safety

Thin-Film Processing

Why 4JET?

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Cleanroom-ready systems for regulated medical and life sciences manufacturing

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Proven processing of borosilicate, fused silica, and medical-grade glass-ceramics

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Established solutions for surgical optics, implantables, diagnostics, and life science devices

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Particle-free, high-precision machining compatible with sterilization workflows

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Cleanroom-integrated platforms trusted for traceability, safety, and performance

Designing Medical Devices with Glass?

Let’s explore how our laser systems can meet your technical, regulatory, and quality requirements.

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Enabling Capabilities Across All Medical Applications

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Precision, compliance, and reproducibility are fundamental in the medical device sector. Our systems are engineered to support high-value applications such as surgical tools, implants, diagnostic cartridges, and sterile packaging – delivering unmatched laser performance and quality assurance.

 

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Core4 Software Platform

All 4JET medical solutions are powered by Core4 – our scalable software backbone designed for validated environments and long product lifecycles.

  • Modular architecture for laser process, vision, motion, and compliance modules
  • Intuitive UI/UX for minimal operator training and fast deployment
  • Audit trail logging and process parameter locking for GMP and FDA compliance
  • AI-driven inspection and process control tools for critical feature verification

Global Services & Support

Maximize equipment uptime and ensure qualification-readiness worldwide:

  • Remote diagnostics and software support by medical-compliant specialists
  • On-site process validation, training, and IQ/OQ support
  • Multilingual support teams in EMEA, APAC, and the Americas

Automation Integration

Scalable from clinical pilot lines to automated HVM platforms:

  • Handling of sterile parts, curved geometries, and delicate instruments
  • Integration with existing MES and cleanroom standards
  • Robotic and conveyor solutions for precise part flow and documentation

Designing Medical Devices with Glass?

Let’s explore how our laser systems can meet your technical, regulatory, and quality requirements.

Contact us