Copper component: busbar connections
Industrial need
Producing reliable, high-performance power electrical connections for e-mobility applications. Laser welding of copper remains challenging owing to its thermal conductivity and reflectivity. However, mastery of the process enables the use of an infrared laser.
IREPA LASER solution
Laser welding process optimised for copper, with fine-tuning of the thermal parameters and the design of dedicated tooling to secure process implementation and repeatability.
Technical challenge
Producing reliable, high-performance power electrical connections for e-mobility applications. Laser welding of copper remains challenging owing to its thermal conductivity and reflectivity. However, mastery of the process enables the use of an infrared laser.
Results achieved
The process provides fine control of the heat input and guarantees the quality of the electrical connections produced. It also delivers a level of productivity compatible with industrial series applications, while preserving the functional performance of the assemblies.
