800 Air-Cooled Argon Laser System - User Manual
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1. 2 insodx3 JeBupq ssp qe sso PIOAYW 1940 Z qe 55 2 sjoqp 3271 sev Uum ab MOUTH Janso2X3 gigAv NEN ED H NEM EL BN ERE LENT Pe C H3 NYO KEERI Page 6 NOILVU amp LSNTI 138V1 SIINOD YIAOD ZO INIT LONGOUd 008 21 BEBBSEBEHSER BS eS LLL Eme 7 CHAPTER 3 NLC 800 PRODUCT LINE This chapter contains information on the installation and operation of the National Laser Company NLC 800 product line of laser heads Information regarding the specifications of the NLC 800 product line will also be given in this chapter Figure 3 1 shows the NLC 800 Laser with the standard cover configuration 07 Fans Figure 3 1 The NLC 800 Series Laser COOLING The 800 product line is air cooled Fans draw cooling air through the openings at each side of the laser head and exhausts warm air vertically through the head cover As mentioned in the MOUNTING section below you will need to provide adequate space for air intake and exhaust and must prevent heated exhaust air from returning to the intake The laser is also available with a remote cooling option for applications where fan vibration is a concern HANDLING AND SHIPPING When unpacking and carrying any laser head lift it by the bottom base plate and not by its fan cover or umbilical cord We recommend storing the containe2. 30 3 0 1 2 0 1 0 800AM 458 514nm 500mW 1 Multimode 0 852576 2 0 Random 30 3 C 0 1 2 0 1 0 Page 14 3HAOD Z0 9NIMV3Id LNOAV INIT LONGOUd 008 21 GIMS 59412345 SSMS 1 0409 upeti res unn HE DL em ROH SUNDA h EE uu g zz Page 15 YZAOD LONG 9NIMV3Id 3NI1 LONGOUd 008 DIN 35p3HIC 9148 SMS SETTIT WAUEAOBL UG HES D TANIEN 0 r sz E 1 LLL Ge v ug BL 978 1 1 Page 16 ONIMVAA LNOAVT AlddNS 333MOd 0778 LCD Lc pue uum a LLLI LC CM 343 000 17 CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Below is a list of troubleshooting tips to help you with any questions or problems you may have regarding your NLC product If your question isn t answered here contact our customer service department for help Trigger does not audibly click to light laser head 1 Check the interlock circuit On most power supplies this may be done by checking that the green interlock light is still lit after 2 minutes 2 Make sure that all connections to the power supply and power source are securely attached 3 Make sure the emission key switch is turned to the fully CW position 4 Make sure the input voltage is correct and is adequate for running
3. COVERED UNDER WARRANTY If NLC determines a product is to be repaired under warranty it will be repaired or replaced in accordance with the terms of the NLC warranty Products repaired under warranty will be shipped to locations within the United States at customer expense Shipping insurance taxes duties and all other charges shall be charged to the customer if the product is returned to a location outside of the United States provided that if the product fails within 30 days of the customer s receipt of the product and the customer gives written notice of the failure to NLC within said 30 day period NLC will pay the cost of shipping the replacement product to the customer If NLC determines that the repair or service of a product is not to be completed under warranty the customer will be advised and a purchase order from the customer for the repair work or service work will be required before NLC will commence the repair or service work on the product Page 20 NATIONAL LASER COM PAM Y National Laser Company 175 West 2950 South Salt Lake City Utah 84115 USA Tel 801 467 3391 Fax 801 467 3394 Email laser nationallaser com www nationallaser com NLC Document 4 19 A WI 03 REV Printed December 2009 in U S A
4. access to those trained in the principles of laser safety Post warning signs prominently near entrances to the laser operation area Set up shields to prevent the beam from escaping the laser operation area Set up a target to block the beam after it passes through the operating area Keep the protective cover on the laser head during operation Enclose the beam path whenever possible Keep the laser beam either above or below eye level Do not look at the beam directly or as reflected by a mirror or polished surface When working with a class 4 laser do not expose skin to beam Safety glasses must be worn at all times when working with a class 4 laser When working with a class 4 laser contact your laser safety officer for operation of the laser activation warning system PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THE LDI 8470 AND NLC 2270 POWER SUPPLY l In the final installation the mains primary signals and ELV secondary signals of the Mains Laser and Interface connectors on the front panel must be isolated from the operator and accessible by SELV circuits PRI Primary Reference Hazardous ELV Extra Low Voltage SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage Page 3 A minimum of an approved method of reinforced or double insulation must be between any primary PRI hazardous and any extra low voltage ELV or safety extra low voltage SELV source at the connectors of the power supply Supplemental insulation is required between a
5. been substituted changed or modified without the express written consent of NLC 4 The customer s general account with NLC is current and not delinquent in whole or in part Page 19 DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTY THE FOREGOING IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR ANY OTHER REMEDIES AVAILABLE OTHER THAN AS EXPRESSED HEREIN RETURNS ADJUSTMENTS AND SERVICING If a customer requests a warranty or general repair on an NLC product and NLC has authorized its return the repair or service will be subject to the following conditions 1 The product must be packed the original shipping container Additional shipping containers may be purchased from NLC if needed The product shall be shipped back to NLC by air freight unless another means of transportation is specified in writing by NLC Freight and insurance charges must be prepaid by the customer and all risk of loss damage or delay in shipping shall be borne solely by the customer Shipments will be insured for full value After the receipt of the product NLC reserves the right to inspect the product and to determine the cause of failure and whether the repair or replacement should be completed under warranty NLC SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGATION TO PERFORM A WARRANTY REPAIR WHERE THE PRODUCT HAS SUFFERED DAMAGE IN SHIPMENT THAT PREVENTS A VERIFICATION BY NLC THAT THE CAUSE OF EXISTENCE OF THE DEFECT IS
6. the laser If all the above checks out contact NLC An Audible click is heard but the head fails to light Verify all connections are securely fastened 2 Make sure the input voltage is correct If all the above checks out contact NLC Insufficient or low power Verify that the aperture at the front of the laser head is in the fully open position Verify that the power supply mode switch if applicable is in light control mode Check that the current is not above 11 amps Check that customer requirements do not exceed rated head output pos Standard operating specifications may be found in user s manuals datasheets or the NLC website www nationallaser com Head lights but shuts down in a short period of time 30 seconds to ten minutes 1 Check that the cooling fan is drawing air through the head 2 Check that the green interlock light on the power supply if applicable is lit If not a possible thermal failure exists 3 If the head shuts down due to thermal failure the system must be completely shut down and re energized Page 18 CHAPTER 5 CUSTOMER SERVICE CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT In the event that further assistance is required regarding any product of National Laser Company please direct you questions to the customer service department of National Laser Company 175 West 2950 South Salt Lake City UT 84115 USA Tel 801 467 3391 Fax 801 467 3394 Email laser nationallaser com www nationall
7. 00 remote controllers allow the user to monitor and control output power and laser current The model 1000 remote controller is compatible with power supplies that are running lasers rated for 100mW output power The model 2000 remote controller is compatible with power supplies that are running lasers rated for gt 100mW output power A remote stand is also available for more simplified operation Remote controls include a plug for remote interlock purposes NLC 1000 or 2000 remote control w optional stand REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION Discharge switch Must be in the ON position for the laser to emit light There is a delay of 20 40 seconds before emission Emission LED will be illuminated when the Mains Power switch is in the on position indicating possible laser radiation Run Standby switch selects either run or standby mode Run mode allows the current output power to be adjusted with the Level Adjust knob In Standby mode the laser runs at minimum current output power Page 12 Light Current switch selects either current or light mode Light mode regulates the laser output power Current mode runs the laser at a constant current Level Adjust knob sets the output power when running in the Light mode sets the laser current when running in Current mode see Light Current switch Display displays tube current or laser output power in mW depending on the position of the Meter switch Meter switch selects either Power m
8. NLC 800 Air Cooled Argon ion Laser User s Manual Complete with O for the 8470 and 2270 ower Supply TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1 CHAPTER 2 LASER SAFETY 2 CENTER FOR DEVICES AND RADIOLOGICAL HEALTH CDRH COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS 2 MAINTENANCE REQUIRED TO KEEP THIS LASER PRODUCT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CENTER FOR DEVICES AND RADIOLOGICAL HEALTH CDRH REGULATIONS 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF CLASS amp 4 MEDIUM amp HIGH POWER LASERS 3 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THE LDI 8470 AND NLC 2270 POWER SUPPLY 3 CDRH CONTROL DRAWINGS 5 CHAPTER 3 NLC 800 PRODUCT LINE 8 COOLING 8 HANDLING amp SHIPPING 8 MOUNTING 9 CONNECTIONS 9 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROLLER 12 REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION 12 ENERGIZING THE LASER 13 TURNING OFF THE LASER 13 800 PRODUCT LINE SPECIFICATIONS 14 800 PRODUCT LINE DIMENSIONS 15 8470 POWER SUPPLY DIMENSIONS 17 CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 18 CHAPTER 5 CUSTOMER SERVICE 19 CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT 19 WARRANTY INFORMATION 19 RETURNS ADJUSTMENTS AND SERVICING 20 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Features Applications Superior Beam Quality Flow Cytometry Low Noise DNA Sequencing Internal Mirror Design Confocal Microscopy Extended Lifetime Spectroscopy Designed for Fiber Optic Delivery Hematology Exceptional Warranty Optical Disk Mastering Lightshows amp Displays Basic Research Design The 800 argon laser delivers a full 500mW of ou
9. W or Current Amps to display Remote Interlock This connector is to complete the remote interlock circuit The LED will be illuminated if the interlock is complete ENERGIZING THE LASER Electronic controls on the power supply make start up and operation of the 800 product line safe and nearly automatic If your system is controlled by a host system no adjustment is necessary If using the laser in a stand alone system a remote or interlock connector is necessary The output setting is the only adjustment that needs to be made on the remote The front panel on the power supply s controls and indicators are shown in Figure 3 2 and explained in Table 3 1 1 Set the power supply controls as follows POWER switch O OFF LASER ON switch Fully CCW OFF Open the mechanical output shutter Turn the Power switch ON Check that the fan in the power supply is operating and both the LED s are on Verify the laser fan is operating and drawing air through the laser head and ducting Turn the LASER ON key switch fully CW ON There should be an output beam from the laser within 20 40 seconds TURNING OFF THE LASER 1 2 3 Turn the LASER ON key switch fully CCW OFF Wait several minutes while the fans cool the laser and power supply Turn off the POWER switch Page 13 800 Product Line Specifications Product Specifications 2 3 Wavelength Output Power Power Stability over 2 hours Spatial Mode M2 Beam Diame
10. aser com WARRANTY INFORMATION NOTICE The warranty information contained in this section is intended for use as a general reference Specific warranty information can be found in the customer service contract The terms of the contract take precedence over the warranty information contained herein LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NATIONAL LASER COMPANY PRODUCTS NATIONAL LASER COMPANY NLC expressly warrants its 800 product line to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for four thousand 4 000 hours of operation or a period of twelve 12 Months from the date the laser head is first shipped whichever comes first LIMITATION OF REMEDY The exclusive remedy available under this warranty shall be the repair of any defects in an NLC product caused by inadequate workmanship or materials or the replacement of the defective material so long as the following conditions precedent are satisfied by the customer l The defective product shall be returned to NLC in accordance with instructions given by NLC and after a return authorization number has been issued to the customer by NLC 2 The warranty shall be limited to inherent defects in the product and shall not extend to any damage caused by improper use or handling by the customer or due to operating conditions outside of standard operating specifications ds The warranty shall be void if the original product identification markings have been removed defaced or altered or if any parts have
11. ch is activated by pressing the top of the rocker marked 1 This enables the INTERLOCK checking circuitry lights the mains POWER light location 4 and provides power to the laser head and power supply fans Indicates the mains POWER switch has been activated Enables the laser discharge circuitry when rotated clockwise if the INTERLOCK chain is complete and the mains POWER switch is activated in that order It is a safety requirement that the key cannot be removed while the switch is activated Indicates the interlock chain is complete Receptacle for remote control cable see Table 3 2 for pin connections Table 3 1 Front Panel Controls Indicators and Connectors on the Laser Drive 8470 Power Supply Page 10 Location 2 3 4 5 10 1 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 22 23 24 25 Status SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV SELV Function Interlock Discharge Enable Off Interlock Standby Run ldle Mode Photo Current Current Control Input Photo Control Input mW Output Sense Current Output Sense Ground Common Ground Common 15 Volts DC 20mA Maximum 415 Volts DC 20mA Maximum Ground Common No Connection Display Signal mW Sense Divided by 10 No Connection No Connection No Connection Ground Common Ground Common Ground C
12. emission limits for Class 1 0 39mW for continuous wave operation where output is limited to the 400 to 1400nm range 2 Verify the beam attenuator mechanical shutter actually blocks exposure to laser radiation If not call the National Laser Company Customer Service Department See Chapter 5 3 Verify that the laser head has not been modified in any way Modifications made by an OEM manufacturer to an NLC Laser Head violate compliance with CDRH standards and may also void any warranties 4 Verify that if the 800AL or 800AM multi line laser is labeled as a Class 3b laser that it is used only with an 8470 02 or equivalent power supply Page 2 WARNING The use of controls adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure The NLC 800 product line is a Class amp 4 medium amp high power laser whose beam is by definition a safety hazard Avoid viewing the beam directly or as reflected by a mirror or other polished surface The 800 product line when used in conjunction with compatible power supplies contains circuits that operate at dangerous voltages and current levels Avoid touching high voltage terminals or components Internal measurements and or adjustments should be made by qualified personnel only PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF CLASS 3b amp 4 MEDIUM amp HIGH POWER LASERS l Establish a controlled area for laser operation limit
13. ny ELV circuits and any user accessible circuits The electrical hazards of the power supply are the same as other electrical systems connected to the AC power line Only a qualified technician should install the power supply There are NO user serviceable parts within the power supply therefore the cover of the power supply and any connected component should never be opened as hazardous voltages may be present after the unit has been turned off Page 4 ARUUN LASFRE CH etum DE B MI Figure 2 1 Standard Safety Warning Labels WARNING energy level of the laser beam is high enough to cause serious damage to the eye with possible loss of vision if the beam were to pass directly into the eye CDRH CONTROL DRAWINGS The following labels are found on the 800 product line These labels are important in identifying potential safety hazards and are in conformance to CDRH labeling requirements Page 5 139V1 INIT LONGOdUd 008 JIN qe Jeqp1 SSDI 49405 1 401 JOW 32 8 Puly 79 u do 7 Jequunw j poW S DH nw ude usqa HI may Trh MWH ES ai p 5012 19405 TN uodo 7 NOLPRUYH 044511925 ssp 2 sjeqp 32 L laad OL 1 5 WINS Ho 4414 HOAV udo usya uonipug Jem INYO 19991
14. ommon No Connection Optional Remote On Off Switch Ground Common Ground Protective Earth Table 3 2 Remote Interface Pin Connections for the Laser Drive 8470 Power Supply These pins are digital inputs Each input has a pull up resister to the internal 15 vdc buss A logic 1 high is open circuit or between 12 and 15 vdc logic O low is shorted to GROUND or between O and 3 vdc These inputs are compatible with open collector TTL outputs or CMOS outputs when CMOS gates are operated from a 15 vdc supply mechanical switches and relay contacts However they are most typically operated in a hard wired condition using manually placed shorting jumpers Page 11 The power supply should never be energized unless the laser head is connected Make sure that the key and rocker switch are turned to their off positions before making any connections Plug the umbilical cables from the laser head into the umbilical connectors these connectors are marked LASER on the 8470 on the power supply Make sure the locking ring is secure on the left connector and that the right connector is securely attached Verify that if the 800AL or AM multi line laser is labeled as a Class 3b laser that it is used only with an 8470 02 or 2270 02 or equivalent power supply OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL The 800 laser system is available with an optional remote control for use as a stand alone system The model 1000 and 20
15. r in which the 800 laser was shipped for future use The container was specially designed to cushion laser equipment and prevent damage during shipment If you need to return the laser head for service the specially designed container will provide adequate protection Page 8 MOUNTING The NLC 800 product line of lasers should be mounted with the base horizontal and the fan up Allow clearance for air intake at the sides and air exhaust at the top Be sure to provide access to the mechanical shutter on the front of the laser Mounting dimensions for the laser heads are shown on the General Layout Drawing at the end of this chapter CONNECTIONS Note The Laser Drive Model 8470 Power Supply will be referenced in the operating instructions of the NLC 800 product line References made to the LDI 8470 power supply also apply to the NLC 2270 Power Supply Figure 3 2 Front Panel Controls Indicators and Connectors on the Laser Drive 8470 Power Supply Page 9 Location Panel Description LASER HEAD Connectors 200 240VAC Universal Input POWER Switch POWER Red LED LASER ON Key Switch INTERLOCK Green LED REMOTE INTERFACE Connector Function Receptacles for laser head umbilical cable Mains power cord Mains power switch Before activating this switch ensure the LASER ON keyswitch location 5 is in the OFF rotated fully CCW position and the INTERLOCK chain is complete The mains power swit
16. ter 1 mm Beam Divergence mrad Polarization Ratio Pointing Stability over 2 hours prad Noise 20Hz 2kHz peak to peak Noise 20Hz 20kHz peak to peak Noise 20Hz 2MHz rms 4 Operating Parameters Voltage Universal Input Current Frequency Phase Air Intake Standard Remote Cooling Air Intake Clearance Operating Temperature Humidity Storage Temperature Humidity Warm up Period Dimensions Laser Head Power Supply Weights Laser Head Standard Remote Cooling Power Supply Notes Specifications subject to change without notice When used with LDI 8470 2270 power supply 1 2 3 Measurements taken in light control after 5 minute warm up 4 1 for single line wavelengths 2 for multiline wavelengths 5 800BL 800SM 488nm 488nm 100mW 200mW 1 1 Multimode 2122 0 83 5 0 83 5 lt 1 0 lt 2 0 gt 250 1 Random 30 3 30 3 0 1 0 1 2 0 2 0 1 0 1 0 200 240VAC 10 16 Amps Max 47 63 Hz Single 450 250 CFM 3 8cm 1 5in 4 40 40 105 F lt 90 30 60 C 22 140 F lt 100 10 min IA XX x OLA ya 7 73S 11 3 x 5582 19 5 Ibs 8 9 kg 14 5 6 6 kg 7 lbs 3 18 kg Nominal air flow is 250 CFM Use Kooltronic Model KBB49 or equivalent fan rated for 425 CFM free air flow and 2 7 inches of water Hose length not to exceed three meters 800AL 458 51 225mW 1 TEMoo 0 852576 1 0 gt 250 1
17. tput power in multiline multimode configuration as well as high output powers in the single line options The 800 also offers improved thermal stability longer life and low electronic and optical noise The laser incorporates the latest in internal mirror tube technology assuring permanent beam alignment and eliminating contamination NLC s design permits ease of servicing The laser is also available with a remote cooling option for applications where fan vibration is a concern Page 1 CHAPTER 2 LASER SAFETY CENTER FOR DEVICES AND RADIOLOGICAL HEALTH CDRH COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS The following laser component conforms to the safety specifications and performance standards required of Class 3b amp 4 lasers as defined by the Center for Devices and Radiological Health CDRH The National Laser Company 800 Series Product Line MAINTENANCE REQUIRED TO KEEP THIS LASER PRODUCT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CENTER FOR DEVICES AND RADIOLOGICAL HEALTH CDRH REGULATIONS The NLC 800 product line complies with Title 21 of the United States Code of Federal Regulations Chapter 1 Subchapter J Parts 1040 10 and 1040 11 as applicable To maintain compliance the operation of all features listed here should be verified annually or whenever the NLC 800 product line is subjected to adverse conditions 1 Verify the emission indicator on top of the laser head provides a visible signal when the laser emits accessible laser radiation that exceeds the accessible
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