TECHNOLOGY

TECHNOLOGY

Photonic Expertise

Photonic Expertise

Photonic Expertise

Light engineering in the service of micromechanics and fine materials.

Two complementary laser sources, chosen according to the material and the intended result, for single pieces and small series alike.

Optical architecture

Optical architecture

The Duality of Sources

The Duality of Sources

The Duality of Sources

Source A

Infrared MOPA

Metals · adjustable nanosecond pulse

1064 nm

WAVELENGTH

WAVELENGTH

2 – 500 ns

ADJUSTABLE PULSE DURATION

ADJUSTABLE PULSE DURATION

Adjustable

REPETITION RATE, INDEPENDENT OF PULSE DURATION

≈ 30 µm

SPOT

60 W

OPTICAL POWER

OPTICAL POWER

Applications: oxidation coloring (stainless steel, titanium), black annealing marks on stainless steel, deep engraving and bas-relief, Data Matrix and QR codes, sunburst finishes and texturing, engraving on gold, silver, brass, copper and aluminum, cutting of thin metal sheets (1 to 2 mm). Burrs minimized through parameter setting; finishing touch-up possible.

Applications: oxidation coloring (stainless steel, titanium), black annealing marks on stainless steel, deep engraving and bas-relief, Data Matrix and QR codes, sunburst finishes and texturing, engraving on gold, silver, brass, copper and aluminum, cutting of thin metal sheets (1 to 2 mm). Burrs minimized through parameter setting; finishing touch-up possible.

Source B

Blue diode

Blue diode

Organic materials and non-metals

455 nm

WAVELENGTH

WAVELENGTH

40 W

OPTICAL POWER

OPTICAL POWER

≈ 90 × 100 µm

SPOT

SPOT

Applications: leather (watch straps), wood, textile, paper, cutting of non-metals.

Applications: leather (watch straps), wood, textile, paper, cutting of non-metals.

Performance

Performance

Performance Metrics

Performance Metrics

Performance Metrics

The workshop’s capabilities, without process parameters. Contactless processing, no tool wear.

The workshop’s capabilities, without process parameters. Contactless processing, no tool wear.

30 µm

MOPA spot

Spot diameter of the infrared source

2 – 500 ns

30 µm

Pulses

MOPA spot

Pulse duration adjusted to the intended result

Spot diameter of the infrared source

2 – 500 ns

Pulses

Pulse duration adjusted to the intended result

Dual source

Dual source

1064 nm · 455 nm

Wavelength chosen according to the material and intended result

220 × 220 mm

220 × 220 mm

Working area

500 × 220 mm with conveyor — marking only, no cutting on the conveyor

500 × 220 mm with conveyor — marking only, no cutting on the conveyor

150 mm

150 mm

Max. part height

Thick parts and 3D components

Core principle

Core principle

Pulsed Laser

Pulsed Laser

In the nanosecond regime, each pulse melts and vaporizes a thin layer of material. The interaction remains partly thermal: a heat-affected zone always exists. Independent control of pulse duration and repetition rate makes it possible to reduce and control it, depending on whether the aim is fine marking, high contrast, coloring or deep engraving.

TEMPSPUISSANCEPUISSANCE CRÊTEPÉRIODE DE RÉPÉTITION (T)CADENCE (f = 1/T)DURÉE D'IMPULSIONÉNERGIE PAR IMPULSION(Eₚ = ∫ P(t)dt)

Laser-material interaction

Laser-material interaction

Interaction Regimes

Interaction Regimes

Interaction Regimes

Relief texture produced by laser ablation on a brass piece.

Ablation by Micro-Fusion

Local fusion and partial vaporization of material. The high intensity creates a plasma, causing ejection of molten material and formation of surface structures.

Laser oxidation colouring on steel watch bracelets.

Structural Coloring

Formation of a thin transparent oxide layer on the surface. Colors appear through light interference, without chemical input or pigment, preserving surface integrity.

Sunburst finish produced by laser texturing on steel.

Surface Texturing

Creation of controlled micro-patterns, matte, satin or anti-reflective effects, modifying the visual or physical properties of the piece.

Heat-Affected Zone (HAZ)

Measurable thermal effects at the periphery. Heat transfer during the pulse (nanoseconds) causes microstructural changes and local deformation.

Double

Double

High-definition camera

Jigs

Jigs

Dedicated positioning for series

Positioning

Positioning

Assisted optical alignment

Assisted optical alignment

A dual high-definition camera is used to preview and position the design on the part. For series, dedicated positioning jigs ensure repeatability.

A dual high-definition camera is used to preview and position the design on the part. For series, dedicated positioning jigs ensure repeatability.

Practical information

Practical information

Good to know

Good to know

Good to know

Accepted files

Vector: SVG, DXF, AI, vector PDF. High-resolution PNG or JPG images for photos and gradients. Vectorization is handled by the workshop.

Limits

No cutting of thick metal (over 2 mm), no chlorinated plastics (PVC). Glass is under development. If your application calls for another process, we tell you at the analysis stage.

Quality control

Visual inspection with a magnifier and a digital microscope. Test piece validated before any series. Each project’s parameters are archived to reproduce the result.

Lead times

Quote within 2-3 business days. Production: up to 3 weeks depending on complexity.

YOUR PROJECT

YOUR PROJECT

Ready to start your project?

Ready to start your project?

Describe your piece: material, desired finish, quantity, deadline. Quote within 2-3 business days.

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© 2026 SPICA PULSE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

© 2026 SPICA PULSE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Swiss clients: shipped from France. Swiss import VAT and any customs clearance fees are paid by the recipient on delivery.