Luxinar OEM 45iX User manual
USER MANUAL OEM 45iX
Sealed CO2 laser source
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Revision history
1 04/01/2022 — CR 651556, 651379: Reorder and modularise content, change to XML format.
2 09/02/2022 — CR 652043: Updates to safety section and DC PSU sections.
3 19/08/2022 — CR 652218: Safety label updates.
4 28/10/2022 — CR 651940: UKCA marking and safety section updates.
5, 6 14/06/2023 — CR 650619: Performance statement added. Rear cover Class 4 label update.
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Service and repair
Servicing or calibration of the system can only be carried out by trained Luxinar service engineers or
customers who have undertaken and passed a Luxinar approved service training course. Details of training
courses and servicing can be obtained from the local Luxinar Aftersales address.
Table of contents
Preface
Audience
Other publications
How to use this manual
Admonitions
Connector labels and signal names
1. Safety........................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1. General safety information................................................................................................................. 1
1.2. Label locations.....................................................................................................................................2
1.3. Labels.................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.4. Emission warning indicator................................................................................................................. 6
1.5. Maximum Permissible Exposure and Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance............................................. 6
1.6. Decommissioning and disposal........................................................................................................... 7
2. General description..................................................................................................................................... 9
2.1. Principle of operation..........................................................................................................................9
2.2. Laser head — Standard version...........................................................................................................9
2.3. OEM 45iX three-phase DC power supply (005-0547-00).................................................................. 11
2.3.1. General description.................................................................................................................... 11
2.3.2. Specification............................................................................................................................... 11
2.3.3. Installation..................................................................................................................................12
2.3.4. Operation................................................................................................................................... 15
2.3.5. Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................... 15
2.4. OEM 45iX three-phase DC power supply (016-0034-00).................................................................. 17
2.4.1. General description.................................................................................................................... 17
2.4.2. Specification............................................................................................................................... 17
2.4.3. Installation..................................................................................................................................18
2.4.4. Operation................................................................................................................................... 21
2.4.5. Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................... 21
2.5. Absorbing Thin Film Reflector (ATFR)/circular polariser................................................................... 22
2.5.1. Back reflection considerations................................................................................................... 22
2.6. Specifications.................................................................................................................................... 22
2.6.1. RF power supply......................................................................................................................... 23
2.6.2. Dimensions................................................................................................................................. 23
2.6.3. Weights...................................................................................................................................... 23
2.6.4. Customer connections............................................................................................................... 23
2.6.5. Cooling system........................................................................................................................... 23
2.6.6. Optics purge gas......................................................................................................................... 24
2.6.7. Environmental specifications..................................................................................................... 25
2.6.8. Performance...............................................................................................................................25
2.6.9. Laser diode pointer option......................................................................................................... 26
3. Operation...................................................................................................................................................27
3.1. Overview of control options..............................................................................................................27
3.1.1. Hand-held MCU (Mobile Control Unit).......................................................................................27
3.1.2. Host machine commands using the U1 connector.....................................................................28
3.2. General considerations before starting the laser..............................................................................28
3.3. Start-up............................................................................................................................................. 28
3.4. Shutdown.......................................................................................................................................... 29
3.5. Emergency stop................................................................................................................................. 29
4. Diagnostics and troubleshooting.............................................................................................................. 31
4.1. Laser and RF power supply................................................................................................................31
5. Routine maintenance................................................................................................................................ 35
5.1. General cleaning................................................................................................................................35
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5.2. Safety shutter.................................................................................................................................... 35
5.3. Purge gas filter.................................................................................................................................. 35
5.4. Cooling system contamination.......................................................................................................... 36
5.5. Frost protection.................................................................................................................................37
6. Installation................................................................................................................................................. 39
6.1. Installation procedure overview....................................................................................................... 39
6.2. Unpacking, mounting and connections.............................................................................................40
6.2.1. Unpacking...................................................................................................................................40
6.2.2. Lifting techniques and precautions............................................................................................ 40
6.2.3. Mechanical fixing........................................................................................................................41
6.2.4. Laser output aperture location.................................................................................................. 43
6.2.5. Coolant connections and pipework............................................................................................44
6.2.6. Beam delivery optics purge gas..................................................................................................45
6.2.7. Luxinar DC power supply............................................................................................................ 46
6.2.8. Luxinar DC power supply connections....................................................................................... 47
6.2.9. OEM-sourced DC power supply..................................................................................................48
6.2.10. DC cabling................................................................................................................................. 48
6.2.11. DC connectors.......................................................................................................................... 49
6.2.12. Beam delivery system.............................................................................................................. 50
6.2.13. Absorbing Thin Film Reflector (ATFR)/circular polariser.......................................................... 51
7. Transport and recommissioning............................................................................................................... 53
8. Interfacing..................................................................................................................................................55
8.1. Standard interface.............................................................................................................................55
8.2. SCX 30 emulation mode interface..................................................................................................... 61
8.3. Connector U2 —all modes................................................................................................................ 65
8.4. Connector U1 — standard connections for laser output.................................................................. 67
8.4.1. Minimum connections — internal PWM mode......................................................................... 67
8.4.2. Minimum connections — Auto mode........................................................................................ 67
8.4.3. Auto mode timing...................................................................................................................... 68
8.4.4. Minimum connections — external PWM mode.........................................................................70
8.4.5. Connector U1 SCX 30 emulation connections for laser output..................................................70
Appendix A. Acoustic zones.......................................................................................................................... 71
Appendix B. Dimensional drawings.............................................................................................................. 73
Appendix C. Coolant requirements and additives........................................................................................75
C.1. Coolant quality.................................................................................................................................. 75
C.2. Suspended particle removal..............................................................................................................75
C.3. Corrosion and anti-bacterial inhibitor............................................................................................... 75
Appendix D. Cooling system pressure drop curve........................................................................................77
Appendix E. Parts list.....................................................................................................................................79
Appendix F. Applications troubleshooting................................................................................................... 81
F.1. Common issues..................................................................................................................................81
F.2. Causes and corrective actions........................................................................................................... 83
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Preface
Audience
This manual should be read by all personnel who install or operate OEM 45iX lasers.
Important!
Read this manual carefully before operating the laser for the first time. Pay special attention to
the Safety chapter.
The OEM 45iX is designed and sold for use in Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) systems and is
not to be used as a stand-alone laser. The OEM is responsible for compliance with all applicable safety
regulations.
Other publications
• Luxinar part number 906-0251-xx-00; Safety manual
• Luxinar part number 906-0109-00; Serial interface specification
• Luxinar part number 906-0104-xx; Optical isolation (ATFR)
• Luxinar part number 906-0202-99; Chiller coolant temperature tables
How to use this manual
The following conventions are used in this manual.
Admonitions
The use of controls, replacement parts, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified within
this manual may result in exposure to any of these hazards.
• Laser hazards
• Electrical hazards
• Environmental hazards
• Mechanical hazards
The degree of seriousness of the hazard is indicated by the use of the following signal words:
DANGER
Indicates an imminent hazard which, if not avoided, is extremely likely to result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. It is also used to alert the user against unsafe working practices and potential damage to the
equipment.
Connector labels and signal names
Connector labels and signal names are shown in bold serif font to aid identification.
For example; RF Enable, external interlock
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1. Safety
1.1. General safety information
It is strongly recommended that any personnel who are involved with the installation, operation or
maintenance of this laser equipment should first read and fully understand the contents of this manual
and Safety manual 906-0251-xx.
If there are any questions or doubts on any of the safety aspects of the equipment, then do not hesitate
to contact your nearest Luxinar Aftersales office or distributor for advice before proceeding.
The installation, operation, maintenance and repair of this laser equipment must only be carried out by
Luxinar service personnel or trained staff who have received correct instruction concerning the hazards
associated with this particular equipment.
Important!
All safety critical instructions contained within this document are framed with a border and
identified by CAUTION, WARNING or DANGER depending on the severity of the risk involved. In
addition, the safety symbol indicates that care should be taken when working with or on the
laser equipment.
Luxinar does not accept liability for any damage or injury howsoever caused or arising.
The symbol given below is also used on the equipment and indicates that the user should refer to the
OEM equipment operator’s manual for more information on the safe operation or installation of the
equipment.
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1.2. Label locations
Version with covers
A1.3
A1.1
A1.5
A1.8
A1.7
A1.2
Figure 1 - Location of safety labels - version with covers
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