LIDE®

LIDE® Technology

Precision,
High Throughput,
Zero Defects

LIDE®: Laser Induced Deep Etching for Precision Glass Micromachining

High-Quality Glass Microstructures Without Compromise

Propel your manufacturing into the future with LIDE® — the cutting-edge method for achieving flawless glass structures in advanced packaging, MEMS, microfluidics, and beyond.

Why Industry Leaders Choose LIDE®

Unmatched Precision

Reach aspect ratios up to 1:50 and feature sizes down to 5 µm. Achieve razor-sharp accuracy in semiconductor packaging, microfluidics, and more.

Zero Defects

Eliminate micro-cracks, chipping, and thermal damage. Our two-step laser-and-etch approach delivers pristine surfaces for reliable performance.

High-Volume Efficiency

Scale your production with confidence. LIDE’s rapid throughput and automated control minimize costs without sacrificing quality.

Versatile Applications

From TGVs in advanced packaging to complex channels in lab-on-chip devices, one technology adapts to countless designs and industries.


LIDE® in Action

 
Laser Modification

Fine-tune each glass layer with focused laser pulses. No material removal, no heat-affected zones—just pristine control at every step.
 

 
Wet Etching

Rapidly strip away modified regions with selective etching. Preserve crystal-clear surfaces and achieve flawless channel or via formation.
 

 
Perfect Results

Combine precision laser work and advanced etching for glass microstructures that excel in advanced packaging, MEMS, and optical applications.

Transforming Key Industries

LIDE® technology drives innovation across multiple sectors, empowering next-generation products in semiconductors, electronics, life sciences, and automotive
 
Semiconductor

Through-Glass Vias and interposers at unprecedented density, ensuring peak performance for AI, data center, and 5G applications.

 
Electronics

Perfect sensor housings and high-fidelity display glass, all created with zero thermal damage for ultimate product reliability.

 
Automotive

High-strength sensor covers and ADAS components that meet rigorous safety standards in a competitive marketplace.

 
Life Sciences

Microfluidic channels and lab-on-chip devices with smooth edges and precise depth control, advancing diagnostics and research.

Success Stories

“LIDE let us pack more I/O into a smaller package without a single chip-edge defect. Yields have never been higher.”

- Leading Semiconductor Manufacturer

“Zero cracks and precise alignment: exactly what we needed for our next-gen MEMS sensors. LIDE delivered on every front.”

- Global Electronics Innovator

“We created microfluidic chips with unmatched channel smoothness. LIDE has changed our entire product roadmap.”

- Biotech R&D Director

 


Latest News & Insights

LIDE enables defect-free Through Glass Vias and microstructures at scale — ideal for advanced packaging and semiconductor glass substrate production.

Advancing Semiconductor Packaging

The Role of LIDE Technology in Enhanced Glass Micro-Processing for More than TGV

Ready to Transform Your Manufacturing?

Harness the full potential of LIDE technology to achieve precision, speed, and scalability in glass microstructuring for advanced packaging, MEMS, microfluidics, and beyond.

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