Synova is the pioneer in the field of laser technology and the inventor of the water jet guided laser. By combining the elements of water and light, Synova has created a revolutionary cutting technology, the Laser MicroJet.
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Synova SA - Corporate Video | Synergy of Water & Light (Original)
When Water Meets Light: Laser MicroJet Explained
LMJ solves a number of issues causing imperfections in traditional cutting methods. Click to learn about the working principle, benefits, and application areas of this “wet” laser technology.
LCS 305 - 5-Axis Laser MicroJet® Cutting System
The LCS 305 is a highly dynamic and precise 5-axis Laser MicroJet® cutting system for complex 3D applications in precision machining, aerospace, tool, automotive and medical industries.
LCS 800 - 3-axis Laser MicroJet® Cutting System from Synova
The 3-axis laser cutting machine LCS 800 with integrated Laser MicroJet® technology is a robust and versatile system conceived for a multitude of high-precision cutting and drilling applications in different industrial sectors.
LCS 303 - Cutting Thin Ceramics (Alumina)
The 3-axis LCS 303 is a highly accurate and reliable laser cutting system. Applications include high precision machining of watch components, medical devices, and electronic parts. Watch this video to see how a 0.7mm thin piece of ceramic (alumina) is cut.
LCS 303 - Engraving Synova Logo on SiC
Watch this video to see ablation with Laser MicroJet. The logo is engraved into a 4 mm thick silicon carbide disk of 64 mm diameter - vertical walls and low thermal damage
Fancy Shaping: Emerald Cut in Semi-Precious Gemstone
This video shows the fancy shaping process of a Tsavorite gemstone with an Emerald cut, using our 5-axis DaVinci laser cutting system - an automated laser cutting and shaping system for diamonds.
First Automated Laser Cutting and Shaping System for Diamonds
DaVinci Diamond Factory is an automated laser cutting and shaping system for diamonds. Rough diamonds can be transformed into brilliant cut diamonds with up to 57 facets in a single process. The DaVinci system also allows fancy shaping.
LCS 50 - Synova’s Most Compact and Cost-Efficient LMJ® machine
The extremely compact LCS 50 with 3 or 5 axes has been designed for small work pieces such as diamond tools, watch components and other small work pieces that require precision cutting, drilling, grooving or slicing.
LCS 305 - 3D Laser Machining Center for Diamond Tools
The LCS 305 is Synova's new ultra-precise and highly dynamic 3D laser machining center for the automatic production of diamond tools. 3D cutting, shaping and drilling of superhard materials.
DaVinci Diamond Factory - 5-axis CNC Machine
The first automated full-faceting laser system for round brilliants and fancy shapes cuts all 57 facets of the round brilliant and a breakthrough sensor automatically initiates facet changing. The cut-off diamond chips can be reused.
The Constellation Diamond cut with Synova’s DCS 300
The world’s most valuable rough diamond (813 carat) was cut on a Synova DCS 300. Its LMJ technology ensures high precision, no heat damage, parallel kerfs, smooth cutting surfaces, sharp edges and minimal weight loss.
Cutting, Faceting and Turning with LMJ®: Circular Saw Blade
This video shows the cutting, faceting and turning functions of the LMJ with the DCS 50, forming an PCD circular saw blade within 2 hours, which is 3 times faster than a conventional laser could do.
First Automated Laser Faceting Solution for Diamond Manufacturers
All 57 facets of the diamond are cut in a single operation. The breakthrough sensor recognizes when a facet cut is complete and then automatically initiates facet changing. Cut offs are collected instead of polished away. The result is a fully shaped round brilliant.
Synova SA - Corporate Video (Shortened Version 2'32")
Synova is the pioneer in the field of laser technology and the inventor of the water jet guided laser. By combining the elements of water and light, Synova has created a revolutionary cutting technology, the Laser MicroJet. Today, we employ over 120 people.
25 Years of Synova - Cutting Anniversary Seal Stamp
To celebrate our company anniversary we cut the anniversary logo out of 6 mm thick brass. Watch this video to see how to cut a seal stamp with our DCS 50.
Laser MicroJet® (LMJ) Technology: 3D Cutting of a Watch Case - Aluminium
Watch this video to see how Laser MicroJet® (LMJ) is used to 3D cut a watch case from a aluminium block.
Cutting Fine Geometries with Hair-Thin Walls
This video shows fine 5 x 3 mm geometries with hair-thin walls being cut into a 1 mm thick copper plate using the LCS 303.
Synova SA - Corporate Video (Shortened Version 1'20")
Synova is the pioneer in the field of laser technology and the inventor of the water jet guided laser. By combining the elements of water and light, Synova has created a revolutionary cutting technology, the Laser MicroJet.
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Edge Trimming of SiC Boule
This video shows the edge trimming of a 20 mm thick Silicon Carbide (SiC) Boule, reducing its diameter from 150 mm to 148 mm using the LCS 300.
Fine Cutting in Thick Metals - Spinnerets
The hybrid LMJ method combines a laser with a hair-thin water jet. The cylindrical beam can be guided over a large working distance of up to 100 mm, enabling parallel high aspect ratio kerfs. This video shows fine cutting in thick metals with LMJ, namely the cutting of spinneret forms.
Backstrike Protection With Laser MicroJet
This video explains how to protect backwalls by blowing air or using a water jet to disturb the laser beam after material breakthrough (for parts with difficult access to back walls such as turbine blades) or by using protective material such as Teflon for open parts.
Demonstrating Cutting Depth | Laser MicroJet® systems
The application video shows the process of cutting steps out of a 7 mm thick silicon carbide piece and then slicing all steps in one go - without height adjustment and taper!
Coring and Slicing of a CVD Diamond crystal | Laser MicroJet® systems
To generate slices from grown CVD diamond crystals (further used as seeds), the following steps must be carried out: Coring: Removal of PCD-graphite layer
Slicing: Cutting cube in thin slices
Laser MicroJet® turning: Chess figure (pawn) machining
Watch this video to see how Laser MicroJet® (LMJ) is used to machine a chess figure (pawn) using laser turning process. Complex profile followed while workpiece rotates at 400 rpm; Aluminium rod: 3 mm diameter; Ra (roughness): 0.4 μm.
Laser MicroJet® systems: Cutting a Silicon Slotted Ring
Watch this video to see how Laser MicroJet® (LMJ) is used to cut 45 mm long slots into silicon. Material: Silicon; Thickness: 7.7 mm; Effective processing speed: under 2 min per slot. Slots were cut under 2 minutes on average. Waste parts fall down and can be recycled.
Cutting of Tool Inserts Made of Polycrystalline Diamond and WC
Watch this video to see how Laser MicroJet® (LMJ) is used to cut tool inserts for a rotation tool. Polycrystalline diamond (PCD) on tungsten carbide (WC); Thickness: 2mm (0.5mm PCD and 1.5mm WC); Effective processing speed: above 4.5mm/min; Clearance angle: from 1 to 45°.
Cutting a Contact Ledge From Cubic Boron Nitride (CBN)
LMJ used to cut a contact ledge from a cubic boron nitride (CBN) block. The video nicely demonstrates multiple operations in a single process: cutting, drilling, 5-axis chamfering and profiling. Initial dimensions of the CBN block: Size: 12 x 7 mm; Thickness: 5 mm.
Venus Jewel uses Synova's LMJ technology for diamond cutting
The DCS 300 diamond cutting system is particularly well suited for cutting larger diamonds (5 carats or more). Watch this video, from Venus Jewel - World Leaders in Solitaires, to see how a 143.45 Cts diamond is cut.
The cutting of 342-carat Queen of Kalahari diamond with DSC 300
The Queen of Kalahari diamond, an extraordinary 342-carat stone of perfect colour and absolute purity, was cut on a Synova DCS 300 Laser Diamond Cutting System with water jet guided laser technology.
Cutting of 813-Carat Gemstone with Synova's DCS 300
Watch this viedo to see how the 6 cm long “Constellation Diamond” was laser cut with Synova’s Diamond Cutting System DCS 300. Thanks to LMJ technology, parallel kerf walls are achieved and weight loss is minimized.
Synova Japan Presents 3-Axis MCS 300 Machine
Synova Japan presents the MCS 300. The machine integrates Synova's LMJ technology with a Makino-based platform. The 3-axis machine enables high-precision metal and hard material machining such as cutting, drilling and grooving.
Laser MicroJet (LMJ) Explained in 2 Minutes
This video explains the beginnings of Synova's "synergy of light and water", the working principle of the Laser MicroJet as well its advantages compared to conventional laser cutting.
Cutting 1 mm Diameter Holes in 8 mm Thick Polycrystalline Silicon
This video shows how cutting 1 mm diameter holes in 8 mm thick polycrystalline silicon using Synova Laser MicroJet®.
Cycle time: 22 seconds
Taper angle: 0.036°
Cutting Hexagons in 18 mm Thick Aluminium
This video shows how hexagons with a total lenght of 3 mm are cut into 18 mm thick aluminium using Laser MicroJet.
The side length is 1.73 mm and the cycle time is 2 min 50 secs.
Cutting 1 x 1 mm Squares in Thick Stainless Steel
Synova Laser MicroJet® is used to cut squares in 5 mm thick stainless steel.
The cycle time is 40 seconds.
Cutting a 5 mm Hole in Thick Superalloy
Synova's LMJ is used to cut a 5 mm hole in 10 mm thick superalloy: Superalloy thickness: 10 mm; Laser power: 40W in the water jet; Roughness: RA 0.7um ISO 4287; Cycle time: 4 min 30 sec; Taper angle: 0.036°.
LCS 50 - Cutting a PCD endmill with 5-axis machine
Watch this video to see how a PCD endmill is cut with Synova's 5-axis LCS 50.