Lithotripsy
Futonics thulium fiber lasers are designed for integration into advanced medical laser systems for lithotripsy and endourological applications. Emitting in the 2 µm wavelength range, the laser radiation is strongly absorbed by water and is well suited for precise energy delivery in fluid environments.
With high peak power, high pulse energy and flexible pulse control, Futonics laser engines enable efficient stone fragmentation, controlled dusting and precise treatment performance. The systems are developed for OEM integration into surgical instruments and medical laser platforms.
High peak power and pulse energy for efficient stone treatment
Futonics offers thulium fiber laser technology with up to 1200 W peak power and pulse energies of up to 10 J. This high-performance capability allows medical system manufacturers to develop lithotripsy solutions for different treatment strategies, including stone dusting, fragmentation and controlled energy delivery through flexible fibers.
The combination of high peak power and high pulse energy provides a broad process window for adapting laser parameters to different stone types, clinical workflows and surgical requirements.
Individually shaped pulses for advanced lithotripsy systems
A key advantage of Futonics thulium fiber laser technology is the ability to shape pulses individually. Instead of relying on fixed pulse characteristics, pulse duration, pulse shape, repetition rate and energy delivery can be adapted to the requirements of the medical laser system.
This flexibility enables precise control of stone movement, ablation behavior and dusting efficiency. It also supports the development of application-specific treatment modes, giving OEM customers more freedom in the design of next-generation lithotripsy platforms.
Compatibility with small 150 µm fibers
Futonics laser engines can be designed for use with small optical fibers, including 150 µm fibers. Smaller fibers can improve flexibility and access in endoscopic instruments, especially in procedures where maneuverability and visibility are critical.
The use of 150 µm fibers can support compact surgical instrument designs and may help improve handling in narrow anatomical structures. Combined with high beam quality and controlled pulse delivery, Futonics thulium fiber lasers provide a powerful platform for flexible and minimally invasive lithotripsy systems.
Fast treatment with high repetition rates
With repetition rates of up to 3000 Hz, Futonics thulium fiber lasers enable high-speed operation for efficient stone dusting and fragmentation. Once the optimal combination of pulse energy, pulse duration and repetition rate is defined, treatment workflows can be accelerated while maintaining precise energy control.
This makes Futonics laser technology suitable for medical laser systems that require fast, reproducible and adaptable lithotripsy performance.
Why Futonics thulium fiber lasers are suitable for lithotripsy
Futonics combines advanced FBG manufacturing technology, patented coupling techniques and compact laser engine design to support seamless integration into medical laser systems. The high beam quality, stable output performance and flexible operating parameters make the systems well suited for demanding OEM requirements.
The laser architecture enables precise energy delivery through small fibers and supports a wide parameter range for different treatment concepts. This allows medical device manufacturers to develop lithotripsy systems with high performance, compact integration and flexible control over treatment parameters.
Typical applications
- Laser lithotripsy
- Endourological stone treatment
- Kidney stone fragmentation
- Ureteral stone treatment
- Stone dusting
- Stone fragmentation
- OEM medical laser systems
- Integration into surgical instruments
- Flexible endoscopic laser platforms
- Development of advanced urology laser systems
Advantages of Futonics thulium fiber lasers for lithotripsy
- Up to 1200 W peak power
- Pulse energy of up to 10 J
- Individually shapeable laser pulses
- Repetition rates of up to 3000 Hz
- Suitable for dusting and fragmentation
- Option to use small 150 µm fibers
- Precise energy delivery in fluid environments
- High beam quality for efficient fiber coupling
- Compact laser engine design for OEM integration
- Advanced FBG technology and patented coupling techniques
- Flexible parameter control for medical laser system development
Technical consulting for lithotripsy laser systems
Whether a Futonics thulium fiber laser is suitable for a specific lithotripsy platform depends on pulse energy, peak power, repetition rate, fiber diameter, pulse shape, cooling concept, system architecture and regulatory requirements. Futonics supports medical device manufacturers and OEM partners in evaluating the application and selecting a suitable laser engine for integration into surgical systems.
Recommended Laser
1200 W QCW Thulium Fiber Laser, Air-Cooled
- 1200 W pulse power
- Up to 120 W continuous power
- 1940 nm wavelength
- Designed for medical applications
