IF-VL08-635 Industrial Fiberoptics, IF-VL08-635 Datasheet
IF-VL08-635
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IF-VL08-635 Summary of contents
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... Video Laser Models Operator’s Manual Model Numbers: IF-VL08 IF-VL30 I F NDUSTRIAL O IBER PTICS ...
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Copyright © 2006 Previous printings 2003, 2002, 2001, 1996 by Industrial Fiber Optics Printed in the United States of America * All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in ...
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... This manual provides information about Industrial Fiber Optics lasers model numbers and IF-VL08-635 operate these lasers safely and knowledgeably, even if you are a novice to laser technology. Please read the manual carefully before operating the laser. As soon as you receive this laser, inspect it and the shipping container for damage ...
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... TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................ GENERAL .............................................................................. OPERATIONAL INFORMATION ........................................... Electrical ..................................................................................... Beam Contols ............................................................................. Specifications ............................................................................. Models and Laser Classifications ............................................... SAFETY.................................................................................. Optical......................................................................................... Electrical ..................................................................................... LASER REGULATIONS......................................................... Certification/Identification ........................................................... Classifications............................................................................. Aperture Labels .......................................................................... Additional References................................................................. OPERATING PROCEDURES ................................................ Initial and Unmodulated Operation ............................................. Modulating the Laser Beam ........................................................ TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................... SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE............................................ WARRANTY........................................................................... SHIPMENT DAMAGE CLAIMS ............................................. ...
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... For ultraviolet µm exposure is less than from . µW. Visible light exposure varies from .4 µW to 200 µW, and for near IR, the exposure is < 200 µW. Consult CDRH regulations for specific information. II Any visible laser with an output less than power. Warning label requirements — yellow caution label stating maximum output ...
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... CD players and bar code scanners. The technology incorporates semiconductor laser diodes — tiny electronic microchips that operate as lasers. Semiconductor diode devices offer an important alternative to widely known and used helium-neon-gas (HeNe) lasers ...
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... OPERATIONAL INFORMATION Electrical All electrical controls are located at the rear of the laser chassis. A diagram of the rear view of the laser appears in Figure 1. Following are descriptions of each item identified in Figure Power adapter 6 (not shown) Figure 1. Rear view of laser showing electrical inputs and controls. ...
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Switch (SW) A push-button switch is located above and to the left of the 2.1 mm power jack. It controls power from the 2.1 mm power jack to the electronic circuitry and lasing element. When the switch is closed ...
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... It is strongly recommended that the power adapter furnished with the laser be the only supply used. If you must use another power supply, it must be one with voltage output between volts DC; and minimum current capability of 150 milliamperes. Do not use a power supply which may generate voltage spikes exceeding 36 volts. ...
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Beam Controls 1. Optics Mount The optics mount is a nickel-plated aluminum cylinder with internal diameter of 3/4 inches and with 32 threads per inch. The threads facilitate the use of this laser in many optical experiments using mounted lenses, ...
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... Specifications Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Specifications for laser model numbers IF-VL08-635 and IF-VL30-635 are shown in Table 3. Table 3. Laser Specifications. Parameter Operating Input voltage Input current Temperature Optical Polarization Wavelength ...
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While lasers are valuable sources of light for exciting demonstrations, laboratory experiments and industrial use, one must treat lasers and high voltage power supplies with the utmost respect. One should never diassemble a product without proper training. Optical All lasers ...
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... United States. Industrial Fiber Optics lasers comply fully with laser performance standards established by Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) Regulation 21, parts 1040.10 and 1040.11, Code of Federal Regulations. Specific labeling is required by Federal Regulations on all laser products. For your safety and that of others, do not remove any of the labels. Certification/Identification ...
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... Department of Health, Education and Welfare office, or write to the agency's headquarters at 1390 Piccard Dr., Rockville, MD 20850. For U.S. guidelines on laser classifications and health standards, refer to the American National Standards Institute specifications governing lasers and laser safety. The guidelines are published by the Laser Institute of America, 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 130, Orlando, FL 32826. Figure 7. Top view of laser showing the location of the " ...
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... OPERATING PROCEDURES Initial and Unmodulated Operation 1. Review the laser safety steps on the back cover of this manual if this is your first time operating a laser. 2. Point the laser toward a wall or other dull non-reflecting surface. 3. Push the beam stop's handle downward to its closed position. 4. Make sure the laser's ON/OFF switch (SW its OFF position. (The push button should be in its extended position ...
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... Adjust the gain on the laser receiver as required to receive signals. Your laser and receiver should now be functioning as a free-space optical communications link. If you are using a VCR as the electrical modulation source, the video input jack on the laser and a video laser receiver connected to a television you should now be seeing a picture on the television connected to video receiver ...
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... If you are using the video or digital input jack inserted properly? • If you are using the video or digital input jack, is the positive terminal connected to the signal and the outer conductor to ground? • Are input signals to the laser of sufficient amplitude? (See video and digital portions in the Electrical section of this manual.) • ...
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... SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Periodic operation, maintenance and service of this laser are not required. The warranty will be voided if entry has been made to the laser housing and/or screws have been loosened. In the unlikely event this laser malfunctions and you wish to have it repaired, please do the following: • ...
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... Post. Any other delivery means must be paid for by the customer. The costs of return shipments for lasers no longer under warranty must be paid by the customer item is not under warranty, repairs will not be undertaken until the cost of such repairs has been approved, in writing, by the customer. Typical repair costs range from $50 - $200 and usually take two to three weeks to complete ...
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... SHIPMENT DAMAGE CLAIMS If damage to an Industrial Fiber Optics product should occur during shipping imperative that it be reported immediately, both to the carrier and the distributor or salesperson from whom the item was purchased. DO NOT CONTACT INDUSTRIAL FIBER OPTICS. Time is of the essence because damage claims submitted more than five days after delivery may not be honored ...
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Table 5. Common abbreviations used in this manual. Abbr. Long version mW milliwatts µW microwatts nW nanowatts mm millimeters µm micrometers nm nanometers Numerical representation - watts - watts - watts ...
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When you receive your new laser, please record the information below for future reference: Laser model number: Serial Number: Wavelength: Date of Manufacture: ...
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... Never look into the laser aperture while the laser is turned on! PERMANENT EYE DAMAGE COULD RESULT. • Never stare into the oncoming beam. Never use magnifiers (such as binoculars or telescopes) to look at the beam as it travels — or when it strikes a surface. • Never point a laser at anyone's eyes or face, no matter how far away they are. ...