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Laser Wire Stripping Contact-Free Insulation Removal

High-Precision, Contact-Free Insulation Removal for Modern Manufacturing

Laser wire stripping has become the industry standard for high-volume electronics, automotive and e-mobility production. FibeerSX laser systems remove insulation completely contact-free, eliminating mechanical damage, tool wear and process variability.

The technology delivers micron-level precision, exceptional repeatability and seamless integration into fully automated production environments, making it ideal for next-generation manufacturing applications.

Precision laser cable stripping
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Cable Stripping Methods

Process Matrix / 01
Method Conductor
Damage-Free		 Precision Repeatability Complex
Cables		 Automatable
01 Blade / Mechanical
02 Thermal Stripping
03 Chemical Stripping
04 Laser Stripping
Comparative process analysis
Laser stripping technology
Laser Cable Stripping
TECHNOLOGY COMPARISON

Key Industrial Differences

Aspect Conventional Methods Laser Process
Contact-free process — ✓
Risk of micro-damage — ✓
Scrap rate — ✓
Programmability — ✓
Consumables required — ✓
Production line integration △ ✓
Laser Process
Precision cable processing

What is Laser Wire Stripping?

  • Laser wire stripping uses a highly focused laser beam to remove the outer insulation from a cable or conductor.
  • Contact-free: no mechanical force, no cutting blades and no stress on the conductor.
  • Highly precise: the laser operates exactly where required, including end-stripping, window stripping and multi-step removal.
  • Thermally controlled: the insulation is vaporized while the conductor remains completely undamaged.
  • Essential for fine stranded wires, coaxial cables, high-voltage EV cables and medical device wiring, where mechanical stripping is too risky or inconsistent.
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Why Laser Wire Stripping Outperforms Traditional Methods

Contact-free, damage-free technology

Contact-Free, Damage-Free Technology

  • Mechanical stripping systems (blade, rotary blade, thermal cutters) can easily:
    • nick or damage the conductor
    • weaken fine strands
    • create micro-cracks that lead to long-term failures
  • Laser stripping introduces zero mechanical load, meaning no blade wear, no deformation and consistent quality from 0.05 mm² micro-wires to thick power cables.
Micron-level accuracy & repeatability

Micron-Level Accuracy & Repeatability

  • Laser processing ensures:
    • ± a few microns positioning accuracy
    • reliable window stripping anywhere along the cable
    • clean removal of multi-layer insulation (PTFE, PVC, enamel, lacquer, FEP, etc.)
  • This is especially important for automotive wiring harnesses, ECU wiring, battery connections, sensors and signal cables.
Wide material compatibility

Wide Material Compatibility

  • Laser wire stripping supports:
    • copper and aluminium wires
    • solid and stranded conductors
    • shielded, coaxial and multi-layer cables
    • all common insulation types (PTFE, PVC, FEP, PE, enamel, etc.)
  • The process generates minimal debris, does not require consumables, and creates a cleaner, safer production environment.
Seamless automation integration

Seamless Integration Into Automated Production Lines

  • FibeerSX laser wire stripping systems:
    • integrate with robotic cells, cable assembly lines, inline measurement & testing stations
    • communicate with existing PLC / MES systems
    • support full traceability, QR/DataMatrix marking and recipe handling
Precision Cable Processing

Laser Cable Stripping vs. Conventional Stripping Technologies

Selective, layer-by-layer stripping without mechanical blade contact.

FibeerSX laser cable stripping combines scanning speeds of up to 14,000 mm/s, non-contact processing and programmable layer-by-layer material removal. The laser process can selectively remove individual insulation or coating layers while protecting the underlying conductor when the process is correctly validated for the cable structure.

Cable Stripping Technology Comparison
Process Capability Matrix
Aspect Laser Cable Stripping FibeerSX Laser Technology Rotary Blade Stripping Mechanical Blade Process Automatic Cutting & Stripping Automated Mechanical Processing Thermal Stripping Heated Tool / Thermal Process
Maximum Scan Speed Up to 14,000 mm/s maximum laser scanning speed; actual cycle time depends on cable and process Mechanical rotation / feed-rate dependent Machine and cable dependent Heating and dwell-time dependent
Process Type ✓ Non-contact Mechanical cutting Mechanical cutting & pulling Thermal separation
Layer-by-Layer Stripping
✓ Selective Layer-by-Layer Individual material layers can be processed with dedicated laser parameters
— Limited blade depth is mechanically defined — Limited dependent on tooling and cable construction △ Material dependent
Mechanical Contact ✓ None Direct blade contact Direct blade / tooling contact Heated tool may contact insulation
Conductor Contact ✓ No mechanical contact Possible if blade depth is incorrect Possible depending on tooling and adjustment No cutting blade, but thermal influence must be considered
Risk of Conductor Damage ✓ Very low with validated material-selective parameters △ Blade-setting dependent △ Tooling-dependent △ Thermal risk
Scrap / Reject Potential ✓ Minimal potentially near-zero process-related rejects after validated process setup Influenced by blade wear, adjustment and cable tolerances Influenced by tooling, setup and cable variation Influenced by temperature, dwell time and insulation material
Cutting Tool Wear ✓ None — Blade wear Blade / tooling wear Heated element / tooling maintenance
Tool Replacement ✓ No cutting-tool replacement Periodic blade replacement Periodic tooling replacement Heating tools may require replacement
Laser Source Lifetime Up to 100,000 h laser source operating lifetime Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
Processing Geometry ✓ Digitally programmable Defined by mechanical tool geometry Defined by machine and tooling Defined by thermal tool geometry
Strip Length Adjustment ✓ Digital Mechanical / machine adjustment Programmable machine setting Machine / tooling dependent
Different Cable Geometries ✓ Highly flexible Tooling adjustment may be required Tooling / guide changes may be required Heating-tool compatibility required
Multi-Layer Cables ✓ Excellent individual layers can be processed using different recipes Challenging when precise depth separation is required Tooling-dependent Strongly material-dependent
Thin / Sensitive Conductors ✓ Well suited after application-specific process validation Blade penetration must be carefully controlled Tool setup must be carefully controlled Thermal sensitivity must be considered
Process Changeover ✓ Recipe based software-controlled parameter change Blade / tool adjustment may be required Program + tooling change may be required Temperature / tooling setup change
Process Repeatability ✓ High digitally stored process recipes Influenced by blade condition and setup High with stable tooling and setup Temperature and material dependent
Automation Potential ✓ Excellent Good ✓ Excellent Good
Inline Integration ✓ Direct integration Possible Excellent Possible
Process Monitoring ✓ Digital parameters Tool condition / position monitoring Machine and tooling monitoring Temperature monitoring
Traceability ✓ Recipe & process data Additional data integration required Machine-data integration possible Additional data integration required
High-Mix Production ✓ Excellent multiple cable recipes can be stored digitally Tool adjustment dependent Good with suitable tooling Material and tool dependent
Best Suited For Multi-layer cables, sensitive conductors, precision stripping, high-mix production and automated processes Standard cable constructions with stable dimensions High-volume standardized cutting and stripping Insulation materials suitable for controlled thermal stripping
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✓ Advantage △ Application dependent — Limitation / requirement
FibeerSX Laser Cable Stripping
Laser Cable Stripping
Typical Applications in the Electronics Industry
Electronics Industry Applications

Typical Applications in the Electronics Industry

Automotive & E-Mobility

  • High-voltage cable preparation for EV battery systems
  • Window stripping for automotive wiring harnesses
  • Precision stripping of sensor and signal wires

Electronics Manufacturing & PCB Assembly

  • Micro-wire stripping from 0.05–0.5 mm²
  • Board-to-wire connection preparation
  • Selective removal of shielding layers

Medical & Precision Industry

  • Medical probe and catheter wiring preparation
  • Delicate micro-cabling applications
  • Multi-layer PTFE and FEP insulation removal

Telecom & Data Communication

  • Multi-stage stripping of coaxial cables
  • Optical cable jacket preparation
  • Selective insulation removal without damaging shielding
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Advanced Wire Processing

Modular Laser Wire Stripping Systems for Industrial Production

System Capabilities
  • High-precision laser optics optimized for advanced cable processing
  • Adjustable pulse parameters for different insulation materials and wire types
  • Recipe management for power cables, micro-wires and coaxial stripping applications
  • Optional vision-based positioning and real-time process monitoring
  • Complete safety architecture including Class-1 enclosure, interlocks and light curtains
Key Benefits for Engineers
Key benefits for engineers
Engineering Advantages

Key Benefits for Engineers

Process Stability Fully automated, operator-independent quality and repeatable production results.
Fast Changeover Switch between recipes within seconds without mechanical blade adjustments.
Reduced Scrap Rate No conductor damage, no partial cuts and significantly lower reject rates.
Low Maintenance No consumable blades, minimal wear parts and reduced downtime.
Complete Traceability All processing parameters can be monitored, logged and reviewed at any time.
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