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    1. Thermoforming

    Amada laser welder useful for both soldering, welding

    Oct. 11, 2016
    This direct-diode laser welder from Amada Miyachi America can be used both for soldering and plastic welding.
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    Amada 1

    ML-5120A This direct-diode laser welder from Amada Miyachi America can be used both for soldering and plastic welding. The localized heating feature makes the 120-watt unit suited for welding small parts and manufacturing applications with space limitations. The ML-5120A generates an invisible infrared wavelength of 915 nanometers and has a power monitor as standard equipment.

    What's new? The welder, which hit the market recently.

    Benefits Versatility, low power consumption and a compact design.

    Amada Miyachi America Inc., Monrovia, Calif., 626-303-5676, www.amadamiyachi.com

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