Data Cable Laser Stripping & Shield Removal
Protect the integrity of your high-speed data cables, minimize signal loss, and optimize the performance for the next generation of data center infrastructure.

Laser Cable Processing for Data Centers & AI Infrastructure

Prepare high-speed cable assemblies with a laser process developed for your jacket, shield, dielectric and termination geometry. Laser Wire Solutions evaluates cable construction, handling and inspection requirements to identify a suitable processing approach

data center wire and cable processing using lasers
High Speed Data Centers
Storage Area Networks
High Performance Computing
Broadband Infrastructure

Built for the Backbone of the Digital World

Data centers power cloud computing and AI-driven innovation. As demand for faster transmission grows, precision in cable processing becomes non‑negotiable. Our laser wire stripping protects high‑speed cable integrity, minimizing signal loss and optimizing performance for next‑gen infrastructure.

The Challenge in Data Center Applications

  • Signal loss from imprecise cable prep

  • Inconsistent quality with manual methods

  • Delays & rework slowing installations

As data centers, SANs, and HPC systems scale, cable processing precision is no longer optional — it’s critical.

The Solution for Data Center Applications

Laser Wire Solutions delivers flawless, contactless stripping for mission-critical speed.

  • No conductor bending — protects integrity

  • Residue-free for minimum dielectric gaps

  • Configurable workflow — semi-automated or fully automated

Supported Cable Types in Data Center Applications

  • Single drain wire

  • Two drain wires

  • Twisted pairs

  • Twin Ax shields

  • Twin Ax jackets & dielectrics

  • Infiniband cables

  • Coaxial cables

Mercury-2 for data center wire prep

Mercury-2

The best alternative to die blades for data twin-ax for processing up to 10 cables at once. Suitable for wire up to 6mm/0.2" diameter.

  • Suitable for high wire count
  • Stand-alone machine or integrated
  • Micro-coax shield cutting
  • Fixture loaded
  • Mercury OEM Odyssey OEM

    Mercury-4 OEM

    OEM-ready version of the highly popular Mercury-4. Designed for high throughput production, working integrated into existing lines.

  • Suitable for high wire count
  • Recipe controlled remote HMI
  • Custom fixture plates
  • CO₂ class-4 supplied laser unit
  • Mercury OEM Odyssey OEM

    Odyssey-4 OEM

    OEM-ready version of the highly popular Odyssey-4. Designed for high throughput production, working integrated into existing lines with wires down to 50 AWG.

  • Suitable for high wire count
  • Recipe controlled remote HMI
  • Custom fixture plates
  • UV class 4 supplied laser unit
  • Cable Processing for AI Infrastructure

    AI infrastructure depends on high-speed interconnects between servers, switches, and storage systems. For cable assembly manufacturers supplying these applications, consistent preparation of jackets, shields, and dielectrics is an important part of producing reliable terminations.

    Laser processing can support controlled material removal around the cable’s construction and required termination geometry. The process must be evaluated against both the physical preparation requirements and the performance criteria of the completed assembly.

    Controlled Preparation

    Twinax and other shielded cable constructions require defined strip lengths, shield setbacks, and exposed conductor geometries. Developing the preparation process around these features helps manufacturers control the transition between the cable and connector.

    Protect Critical Cable Features

    Conductor condition, retained dielectric geometry, and shield integrity matter during cable preparation. Application-specific laser processing can target selected layers without blade contact, with inspection used to confirm the required result.

    Develop a Process That Scales

    Production planning needs to account for loading, alignment, material removal, inspection, and downstream termination. LWS works with manufacturers to develop laser processing approaches around their cable construction, handling requirements, and production objectives.

    FAQs

    A suitable laser process can remove targeted layers without blade contact. Results depend on cable construction, wavelength, and process parameters. Sample evaluation confirms conductor condition and the required strip geometry.

    Residue depends on the material and removal method. We evaluate the processed surface against agreed acceptance criteria, including any subsequent removal or cleaning steps.

    Lasers are suitable for a wide range of cable types, and it's highly likely that Laser Wire Solutions has seen your cable type. The best way to be sure, is to submit a free sample for processing.

    The right machine depends upon your cable type or material which is used because different lasers interact with materials in different ways. The right machine for you may also be semi-automatic or fully automatic. The Laser Wire Solutions team can advise accordingly. Get in touch to find out more.

    Request Further Information

    Download Mercury-2 Datasheet

    Download Odyssey-4 Datasheet

    Download the Mercury-4 OEM Datasheet

    Download the Odyssey-4 OEM Datasheet