What is Femtosecond Laser Ablation?
Femtosecond Laser Ablation (fs-LA) is an in-situ micro-sampling technique based on ultrashort femtosecond laser pulses. Unlike nanosecond laser ablation, which relies on a heating–melting–vaporization process, fs-LA removes material through a “Coulomb explosion” mechanism, enabling a near-athermal (“cold”) ablation process. In essence, fs-LA is a process that outruns thermal diffusion, using ultrafast laser pulses to minimize heat transfer, thus serving as an ideal sampling technique for high-precision micro-analysis.
When coupled with Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), the technique virtually eliminates thermal effects and generates fine, homogeneous aerosol particles. This optimizes ionization and transport efficiency within the ICP-MS system, enhances signal intensity and stability, enabling high-sensitivity, high-precision and high-spatial-resolution analysis for elements and isotopes with minimal matrix effect.
GenesisGEO – Redefining Laser Ablation Technology!
Key features:
1. Flat-bottom Crater
Ideal for accurate quantification and high-precision isotopic analysis
2. High-energy Output
Energy density on sample surface ≥ 50 J/cm²
Stable energy delivery without attenuation concerns
3. Ultra-wide Spot Size Range
Spot size: 1 – 500 μm (expandable)
Continuously adjustable circular & rectangular spots
Supports advanced method development
4. Low Operating Cost (Maintenance-free)
Simplified optical design — plug-and-play operation
No ArF gas required
No N₂ optical protection required
Saves up to CNY 1,000,000 over a decade operation period
5. Multi-technology Integration
Upgradeable with Raman spectroscopy module & LIBS module
Optional cryogenic ablation accessory
Supports customized functional configurations for multi-purpose operation
Flat-bottom ablation craters on glass samples

Sizes (from left to right): 10μm, 20μm, 30μm, 40μm, 50μm, 60μm, 70μm, 80μm, 90μm, 100μm, 200μm, 300μm, 400μm, 500μm