Laser Processing

Galway Biomedical supports its clients with an array of fiber-pulsed and ultrashort-pulsed lasers supporting complex device geometries ranging from large, rigid heart valve frames to highly flexible and fragile neuro devices. Galway Biomedical applies skill, capacity and a range of laser technologies to shorten client time to market by utilising processes to create and refine prototypes with unparalleled speed.

Nitinol Processing

Material / Tube Selection
Electropolishing
Shape Setting
Micro Waterjet Cutting
Laser Cutting
Braiding

Standard Tubular

Complex Tubes

Complex Shapes

Biomaterials

Galway Biomedical includes both metal and polymer biomaterials in its complex & advanced laser processing capabilities, leveraging an international supply network to source a wide range of implantable grade biomaterials.

Metal Laser Processing

The choice of material in a laser cut device significantly influences its mechanical properties. For medical laser processing applications Galway Biomedical utilizes a variety of round and flat wires, including:

Stainless Steel: 316L medical (316LVM)
Cobalt Alloys: L605, Phynox, MP35N
NiTi (Nitinol)
Magnesium
Nickel-free

Polymer Laser Processing

For laser processed medical applications Galway Biomedical utilizes a variety of non-resorbable biocompatible materials, in both mono and multi-filament configurations, including:

Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)
Polyester (PET)
Nylon
Polypropylene (PP)
PTFE
Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)

Resorbable Polymer Laser Processing

Galway Biomedical’s expertise encompasses the preparation, processing and post-processing of resorbable materials. Some of the common resorbable materials utilised include:

Polydioxanone (PDO)
Polyglycolic Acid (PGA)
Polylactic Acid (PLA, PLLA)
Polycaprolactone (PCL)
Polylactide/Glycolide Copolymers (PGLA)
Magnesium

Bespoke Material Laser Processing

Galway Biomedical offers laser processing for bespoke, patented materials owned by clients. If you don’t see your desired material listed above, please reach out for an assessment of your material's compatibility with Galway Biomedical’s production equipment.

Finishing

Electropolishing & Passivation

Automated passivation, neutralization, and surface cleaning for consistent results. Exceptionally smooth surfaces and excellent corrosion resistance.

Shape Setting

Packaging

Volume Manufacturing

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Galway Biomedical’s mission is to support clients seeking biomaterial based, low profile, complex and advanced braiding solutions.

Reach out to Galway Biomedical today to accelerate your project goals.