Overview
With nearly 50 years of experience in lasers, optics, and industry, Oxford Lasers is a global leader in high-precision laser micromachining. Originally spun out from Oxford University’s Physics Department, the company began by manufacturing short-pulse lasers and transitioned over 35 years ago into a laser integrator, supplying laser tools and subcontract services.
Oxford Lasers specialises in high-quality micromachining technologies capable of drilling, milling, cutting, welding, and patterning a wide variety of materials. Their expertise includes nano-, pico-, and femtosecond pulsed lasers, combined with advanced motion control systems, enabling consistent machining of demanding features.
The company is particularly known for drilling guide plates for Advanced Wafer Level Test, supplying leading probe card companies. Operating 24/7, their facility has drilled over 100 million holes for next-generation wafer testing. With support from Innovate UK, Oxford Lasers is developing new technologies such as GHz pulse drilling and selective laser etching to create glass interposers for heterogeneous chiplet integration in advanced packaging. This innovation is poised to transform packaging in power, photonics, quantum, and micro-display applications.
Collaboration Opportunities
• Collaborate with probe card suppliers or institutions seeking the latest guide plates and solutions for next-generation market challenges
• Partner with companies or institutions exploring advanced packaging using glass interposers