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This section provides an overview for galvanometer scanners as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 12 galvanometer scanner manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked galvanometer scanner companies as of December, 2024: 1.Innotech Laser GmbH, 2.Cloudray, 3.CARMAN HAAS Laser Technology Co., Ltd..
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A galvanometer scanner is a method for scanning lasers and other devices.
An optical element (mirror or lens) mounted on a rotating shaft is rotated at high speed by an electromagnetic motor, etc. Based on the output from the position sensor, a servo driver controls the motor at high speed and with high precision to achieve the scanning function.
By using two galvanometer scanners, one for X and the other for Y, laser scanning can be performed in a two-dimensional flat plane. There is also a 3D galvanometer scanner that can scan in three dimensions by adding a galvanometer scanner in the Z direction.
They are used for high-speed, high-precision laser drilling, laser marking, welding, and other processing, as well as laser scanning for 3D printers using trendy photo-curable resins. It is used for parts processing that requires micron-level accuracy.
They are also used in optical coherence tomography (OCT), which visualizes the internal structure of minute tissues by taking advantage of its features that can be controlled even on a nanometer scale, for high-precision, high-speed, and wide-area scanning.
Galvanometer scanners are characterized by good scanning accuracy, high speed capability, high resolution, easy operation, and excellent cost performance. They are used in many applications such as laser scanning because they can operate at high speed for long periods and maintain high repetitive positioning accuracy even when the temperature changes.
The mirror size (inertia) determines the galvanometer scanner's configuration. Since the scanner is selected to suit the inertia, it may not work well when replaced with a mirror of a different weight or center of gravity.
Selecting a galvanometer scanner is based on the scanning method (step, raster, or vector scanning), required speed, and accuracy as well as mirror size. care must be taken when selecting galvanometer scanners.
Mirrors are available in a variety of coatings depending on the wavelength of the laser or other device used.
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Novanta Photonics, founded in 1947 with headquarters in the UK, is a manufacturer of the key components of laser-based diagnostic, analytical, micromachining, and fine material processing equipment. The company's products include laser beam steering components, multi-axis scan heads, C02 lasers, solid-state lasers, and ultrafast lasers. Novanta Photonics’ products are used by medical and industrial OEMs and system architects to enable and improve laser-based processing equipment. Some examples include glass processing, laser marking, micromachining, metrology combs, and optical tweezers.
ScannerMAX, a division of Pangolin Laser Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer of galvanometers and rotary actuators, founded in 1986 and located in Florida, USA. The company's products include single axis galvanometers, XY optical scanning systems, and polygon laser scanners. Its products are applied in biomedicals, 3D printing and stereo lithography, and laser material processing. It also provides accessories such as amplifiers, cables, mounts, power supplies, and mirrors. The company serves several industries, including the Industrial, aerospace, and entertainment industries.
El.En. S.p.A, a company founded in 1981 and based in Florence, Italy, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in technological laser solutions. The company's product portfolio includes CO2 lasers, laser scanning heads, and G-Series galvanometers. These products find applications in various industries, including food processing, packaging, and the printing and labeling sector. The company offers services including technical support, spare parts supply, and customization options for specific customer requirements, all while being ISO 9001 certified.
Shenzhen Han's Scanner S&T Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer of galvanometer, optics and encoder solutions, founded in 2009 and located in Shenzhen City, Guangdong. Its product line includes OCT scanner system, galvanometer systems, laser lens, and voice motors, that find application in Laser marking, welding and engraving, OCT imaging, and 3D printing. The ISO 9001 certified company serves a wide range of Industries, which includes medical technology, food packaging, tobacco, and mobile 3C Industries.
Citizen Chiba Precision was established in Chiba, Japan in 1979. Citizen is a leader of miniaturized precision motors and customized products which custom-made to meet specific customer requirements for among others, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, medical equipment, and laser application products. Examples of Citizen’s products include optical scanners, linear actuators, servomotors, gear heads, and control drivers.
SCANLAB GmbH, a company founded in 1990 and based in Puchheim, Germany, is a manufacturer and supplier of laser scanning solutions. The company specializes in the development and production of galvanometer-based laser beam steering systems and software. They also offer products such as scan components, z axes, and 3D add-ons, used in various applications, including laser material processing, additive manufacturing, laser marking, and micromachining. Additionally, they offer customer services, including technical support, application consulting, and training to meet clients’ needs.
Thorlabs Inc., founded in 1989, is a manufacturer of optical equipment, headquartered in Newton, New Jersey. Its products include microscopy cameras, optomechanical devices, and lasers, which are utilized for research, manufacturing, and biomedical applications. It offers its ability to manufacture in-house, allowing the supply of custom, mass-produced products, and components for product integration. The company has received accolades such as "The PhAST/Laser Focus World Innovation Award" for its development of the Adaptive Scanning Optical Microscope, and upholds its ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management.
CARMAX HAAS Laser Technology Co., Ltd. is located in Suzhou City, Jiangsu, and has been a manufacturer and supplier of laser optical components and optical systems since 2016. The company's product range includes laser optical lenses, beam expanders, galvanometer scanner heads, and laser accessories. It also provides research and development, inspections, and application testing solutions. The company's products find application in new energy vehicle power battery manufacturing, hydrofuel cell, laser precision marking, laser drilling, laser etching as well as photovoltaic industries.
Canon Europe Ltd, founded in 1957 and based in Amstelveen, Netherlands, and London, UK, manufactures printers and digital cameras for homes and businesses. Its customers include videographers, photographers, professional printers, medical imaging experts, office workers, and more. The company handles marketing operations and regional sales of Cannon for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East and shares a quarter of Canon’s global revenues annually. Its products include cameras, scanners, camcorders, facsimiles, printers, personal copiers, document imaging, and office print and copy solutions.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Innotech Laser GmbH |
17.4%
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| 2 | Cloudray |
12.5%
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| 3 | CARMAN HAAS Laser Technology Co., Ltd. |
11.2%
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| 4 | ScannerMAX, a division of Pangolin Laser Systems, Inc. |
11.2%
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| 5 | Novanta Photonics |
10.4%
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| 6 | Shenzhen Han's Scanner S&T Co., Ltd. |
7.8%
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| 7 | Canon Europe Ltd |
7.6%
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| 8 | Citizen Chiba Precision CO.,LTD. |
6.8%
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| 9 | El.En. S.p.A |
6.5%
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| 10 | SCANLAB GmbH |
5.5%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the galvanometer scanner page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
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2 | 22.2% |
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China
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2 | 22.2% |
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Japan
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2 | 22.2% |
|
Germany
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2 | 22.2% |
|
Italy
|
1 | 11.1% |
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