Solid-state lasers are among the most widely used laser technologies across modern industries. These lasers use a solid gain medium, which is typically a crystal or glass doped with rare-earth or transition-metal ions such as neodymium (Nd), ytterbium (Yb), or erbium (Er). Known for their high efficiency, reliability, and precision, solid-state lasers play a critical role in industrial, medical, scientific, and defense applications.
Industries that rely heavily on solid-state lasers:
Manufacturing and industrial processing
One of the largest applications of solid-state lasers is in manufacturing. These lasers are extensively used for cutting, welding, drilling, and marking a wide range of materials, including metals, ceramics, and polymers.High-power solid-state lasers such as Nd:YAG and fiber lasers are used for laser cutting and welding. The concentrated energy of solid-state lasers enablesclean cuts and strong welds with minimal heat-affected zones.
In electronics and precision engineering, solid-state lasers are used for fine drilling and structuring of components with micron-level accuracy. Industries like, automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods rely on these lasers for permanent, high-contrast markings for traceability.
Medical and healthcare industry
Precision delivered by solid-state lasers, such as Nd:YAG and Er:YAG, make them suitable for a variety of procedures, including minimally invasive surgeries. They are also used in ophthalmology, dermatology for aesthetic enhancements, and dental treatments.
Electronics and semiconductorindustry
Rely on lasers for production of miniaturized components, non-contact processing of fragile semiconductor wafers, PCB drilling and pattering, and display manufacturing.
Defense, aerospace, and security
From range finding and target designation to directed energy systems, and LIDAR systems, solid-state laser finds great applications in these industries.
Apart from that, these lasers are also crucial for scientific research and education.
ERDI Tech Ltd has capacity and capability to meet custom laser demands of bulk and limited order. Our R&D team helps in designing and development of high-precision laser products for various industrial applications.