The FBC Laser Wire Stripper has been adopted for the machining of micro coaxial cables, which supports the miniaturization and high performance of medical devices
In recent years, medical devices such as ultrasound diagnostic systems, endoscopes, and various medical probes have been undergoing a trend toward miniaturization and weight reduction—aimed at improving ease of use and reducing the burden on patients—alongside advancements in image quality and functionality. To meet these needs, signal transmission cables used inside these devices are also required to become even thinner and more densely packed while maintaining excellent signal transmission quality.
On the other hand, ultra-fine coaxial cables consist of multiple layers, including an outer jacket, metal shield, inner dielectric, and central conductor. During termination processing, each layer must be handled with precision while minimizing damage to the underlying materials and the inner conductor. In particular, as cable diameters continue to shrink, the processing tolerance range narrows, making the stabilization of processing quality, the assurance of reproducibility, and the improvement of productivity critical technical challenges.
The FBC laser wire stripper was developed to achieve the high-precision processing quality and stable processing required for the delicate termination of ultra-fine coaxial cables by utilizing non-contact laser processing technology. In addition to these technical features, the machine has been recognized for its ability to handle increasingly thinner cables and its contribution to streamlining production processes; as a result, it has now been adopted for the termination of ultra-fine coaxial cables used in medical devices.
Moving forward, we will continue to develop and provide laser processing technologies that address the processing challenges associated with the trend toward thinner and higher-density cables—particularly in fields such as medical devices that require high-precision signal transmission—while contributing to improved productivity and quality.