What are technical ceramics?
Technical ceramics—also known as high-performance ceramics or engineering ceramics—encompass ceramic materials that have been specifically developed for technical applications. In contrast to traditional consumer or architectural ceramics, the focus here is on defined physical, thermal, electrical, and mechanical properties.
Due to their high material performance, technical ceramics are particularly well-suited for components that must continuously withstand extreme temperatures, chemical media, wear, or high electrical demands.
Precision Laser Processing of Technical Ceramics
Laser processing of technical ceramics poses special challenges for the manufacturing process due to their high hardness and brittleness. Non-contact laser processes, such as laser cutting, laser drilling, and laser scribing, enable high-precision micro-machining of complex contours, fine holes, and delicate structures—without subjecting the material to mechanical stress. This allows even sophisticated ceramic components to be manufactured reproducibly and cost-effectively.
Laser processes for ceramic processing
Advantages of laser processing of glass
- non-contact processing without mechanical stress
- minimal heat-affected zones
- highest precision for complex contours
- high edge quality and process reliability
- suitable for brittle high-performance ceramics
- cost-effective processing from prototypes to series production
Whether it’s a single part, a prototype, or a production component: We manufacture sophisticated components made of high-performance ceramics with precision and consistency. Depending on the application, we combine state-of-the-art laser processes with complementary machining steps and offer our customers a comprehensive, one-stop solution.
