Laser designs require tightly controlled and consistent performance from their power supplies. When choosing power solutions for laser processes, the typical influencing factors are the electrical requirements of the laser, the physical size, and price. In addition, laser OEMs should take into consideration the unique challenges of input and output requirements, and the control interface, and physical constraints from environmental contaminants.
Mulcahy and Kamra discuss the considerations of power conversion and the benefits of high-frequency switched-mode power supplies in laser process applications.
About Gary MulcahyGary Mulcahy is CTO of Astrodyne TDI. He received his Bachelor of Engineering in electrical engineering from New York University, followed by graduate study at the Polytechnic Institute of New York. With over 40 years of experience in high-value power conversion in the industrial, commercial, and military markets, Mulcahy is a recognized authority in power conversion technology and the design, development, and production of power systems for maximum performance and reliability with minimal life-cycle cost of ownership.
About Tamanna KamraTamanna Kamra is a product marketing manager at Astrodyne TDI. She received her Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. She is the product manager for the industrial market, which encompasses various laser manufacturers, including CO
2, fiber, and solid-state lasers. Over the past three years, Kamra has collaborated with several customers to help them plan their power solutions.