Brochure Rofin DC 020

Operating Manual
ROFIN DC
Industrial CO2 Slab Laser
Features
No gas flow / Radio frequency excited
Extremely low gas consumption
Integrated gas supply
Excellent power stability
Optimal mode structure
Linear polarized beam angled at 45
Automatic power calibration
Microprocessor-controlled
Easy to operate
Laser Serial No.:
Contents ROFIN DC 020: 1.
Contents ........................................................................................... 1.
General / Manufacturer / Copyright .................................................. 1.1
Safety instructions and precautions ........................................... 1.2.

Laser radiation hazards ................................................................ 2.1
Fire hazards ................................................................................... 2.2
Hazardous fumes and vapors ...................................................... 2.3
Hazardous electrical voltage ........................................................ 2.4
Hazardous high voltage ................................................................ 2.5
Hazardous high frequency ........................................................... 2.6
Other hazards ................................................................................ 2.7
Warning labels ............................................................................... 2.8
2.
Description ROFIN DC 020 .............................................................. 3.
Transport of laser head and control cabinet ..................................... 4.

Transport / Storage / Unpacking / Installation / Assembly ............... 4.1
Connecting the cooling water supply 4.2
Cooling water specifications ............................................................. 4.2.1
Connecting the mains power supply ................................................ 4.3
Taking out of operation .................................................................... 4.4
Operators controls (+A10) .............................................................. 5.

Emergency OFF control panel ......................................................... 5.1
ON/OFF control panel ...................................................................... 5.1.1
Control panel with display and keyboard ......................................... 5.1.2
Starting the laser .............................................................................. 5.2
Switching the laser ON ..................................................................... 5.2.1
Operating the laser ........................................................................... 5.2.2
Switching the laser OFF ................................................................... 5.2.3
Status messages / Warnings / Fault alarms ..................................... 5.3
Computer rack .................................................................................. 6.

Digital inputs 24 V DC at computer rack .......................................... 6.0.1
Relay outputs at computer rack ....................................................... 6.0.2
Interface to external control system ................................................. 6.1
Status signals from laser to an external control system ................... 6.1.1
Pulse- and analog interface X44 ...................................................... 6.1.2
Serial interface TTY (20 mA), connector X54 (optional) .................. 6.1.3
Digital input, terminal strip X440 (optional) ...................................... 6.1.4
CNC interface, terminal strip X40 / Pulse programs (CNC) ............. 6.1.5
Programming .................................................................................... 6.2
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Maintenance Generally ................................................................ 7.
Maintenance intervals, maintenances and checks ........................... 7.1
Laser resonator ................................................................................ 7.2
Vacuum pump .................................................................................. 7.3
Laser gas bottle ................................................................................ 7.4
Pressure in the laser gas bottle Check ........................................ 7.4.1
Laser gas bottle Change ............................................................. 7.4.2
Laser gas bottle Order ................................................................. 7.4.3
Laser beam shutter .......................................................................... 7.5
Internal cooling water circuit ............................................................. 7.6
External cooling water circuit ........................................................... 7.7
Spare parts and accessories / ROFIN-SINAR adresses ................... 7.8
Technical data .................................................................................. 8.

Positioning laser (optional) ............................................................... 8.1
Control panels (optional) .................................................................. 8.2
Laser gas pressure display (optional) .............................................. 8.3
ROFIN DC 0XX compact (optional) .................................................. 8.4
ROFIN-SINAR LasTerm (optional) .................................................... 8.5
Laser modules P 200 (optional) ....................................................... 8.6
List of abbreviations ......................................................................... 9.
Maintenance section ........................................................................ 10.

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General / Manufacturer / Copyright: 1.1
This operating manual must be read, understood and its instructions

observed by all personnel responsible for operating the laser. You are
asked to note that ROFIN-SINAR can accept no responsibility for damage
or malfunctions caused by failure to observe the instructions given in the
operating manual.
Keep this manual for future reference!
This publication is copyright and all rights are reserved by ROFIN-SINAR.

The operating manual is entrusted to the owner of the laser for his personal
use only.
It contains technical instructions and drawings, no part of which may be
reproduced, transmitted or used without permission for the purpose of
entering into competition with the copyright owner, or passed to third
parties.
Note:
The diagrams and information given in this operating manual are subject to
such technical modifications as may be deemed necessary for the
improvement of the laser.
Any inquiries regarding the contents of this operating manual or the laser
itself should be directed to:
ROFIN-SINAR Laser GmbH or ROFIN-SINAR Laser GmbH

Berzeliusstrae 83 P.O. Box 74 03 60
D - 22113 Hamburg D - 22093 Hamburg
Germany Germany
Tel.: 49 - (0) - 40 - 733 63 - 0 E - Mail: [email protected]

Fax: 49 - (0) - 40 - 733 63 - 160 Internet: http://www.rofin.com
ROFIN-SINAR, INC.
45701 Mast Street
Plymouth, Ml 48170 USA
Tel.: (313) 455 - 5400

Fax: (313) 455 - 5587
or your OEM supplier

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How to use this operating manual:
Page numbering:
1 3
1 = Section
3 = Page within section
Figure numbering:
Fig. 4.3/2
Fig. = Figure, illustration
4.3 = Section number
/2 = Figure number within section
All sections of this operating manual which deal with safety are
framed and printed in bold face.
The warning plate illustrated here to the right indicates that you
should take extra care when working with or on the laser.
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Safety instructions and precautions: 2.
Important:
It is strongly recommended that any person who is to participate in
the installation, operation or maintenance of the laser equipment
shall read and fully understand the contents of this manual and parti-
cularly the safety sections 2 - 2.8.
Should there be any questions or doubt about the safety aspects of
the equipment, please do not hesitate to contact any of the ROFIN-
SINAR offices before proceeding.
The installation, operation, maintenance and repair of this laser must

be performed only by ROFIN-SINAR service staff or specially trained
personnel who have received instruction concerning the hazards in-
volved in its operation. "Instruction" also means reading this manual,
particularly sections 2 - 2.8.
All sections of this operating manual which deal with safety are
framed and printed in bold face.
The warning plate illustrated here to the right indicates that you
should take extra care when working with or on the laser.
For Europe:
In accordance to EN 60825 Safety of Laser Products the ROFIN
DC 0XX CO2 - slab - laser is registered as a Class 4 laser product.
For USA:
The manufacture and subsequent sale of laser equipment is under
guidelines governed by the Center for Devices and Radiological
Health (CDRH). In accordance to those guidelines, specifically
subchapter J of the Radiation Standards, 21 CFR, the ROFIN DC 0XX
CO2 - slab - laser is registered as a Class 4 laser product.
The CO2 - slab - laser has a typical continuous laser power output of
up to 3500 watts at a wavelength of 10.6 m. Additionally, the CO2 -
slab - laser can be pulsed at frequencies up to 5000 Hz with maximum
peak powers approaching 5000 watts.
Use of the laser for its intended purpose:

The CO2 - slab - laser is designed to be used for processing materi-
als in an industrial environment. The laser is a source of radiation and
as such forms part of a laser (processing) system. The intended
purpose of the laser is therefore determined by the type of the laser
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system in which it is incorporated (e.g. cutting, welding, surface-

working) as well as by the manufacturers instructions.
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The use of the laser for applications other than the intended one con-
stitutes misuse and the laser manufacturer carries no liability for any
damage thereby caused. In this case the user carries the entire re-
sponsibility.
The laser manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by
modifications made to the machine without permission of the manu-
facturer.
Do not use the laser beam to heat or do any work on foodstuffs. This
can effect injuries and can produce poisonous (cancerous) substan-
ces, fumes or vapours.
Also work on organic material, for example plastics or wood may be
dangerous. Before working on these materials with a laser beam, ma-
ke sure you are familiar with the applicable safety precautions.
Attention:
If others as the intended operators controls are used or other than
the intended operation routines are done, this may cause dangerous
release of laser radiation (= laser beam)!
ROFIN-SINAR lasers are manufactured in accordance with the follow-

ing safety regulations:
21 CFR (Center for Devices and Radiological Health - CDRH),

Class 4
DIN EN 60204 (VDE 0113 / IEC 204)
DIN EN 60825 (VDE 0837 / IEC 825)
VDE 0100
UVV VBG 93 (German Safety rules for accident prevention)
Training courses are offered by:
ROFIN-SINAR (maintenance, application, operation of laser)
OEM suppliers (operation of laser system)
Technical supervisory organizations
Operation of the laser:
Observe the national accident prevention regulations to prevent

injuries by laser beam radiation.
Installation, operation and maintenance on the laser is allowed

for trained and authorized personnel only!
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The potential hazards associated with laser of the Class 4 fall into this
basic categories. They will be discussed in detail in the following sec-
tions:
2.1 Laser radiation hazards
2.2 Fire hazards
2.3 Hazardous fumes and vapors
2.4 Hazardous electrical voltage
2.5 Hazardous high voltage
2.6 Hazardous high frequency
2.7 Other hazards
2.8 Warning labels and rating plate
While safeguards have been incorporated in the design of the equip-

ment to limit the dangers that these hazards pose, only the user can
insure that safe operating conditions are met. Therefore, it is the
responsibility of the user to be familiar with the areas of potential
hazard and then to apply procedures to avoid the dangers posed by
these hazards.
For further information over and above the contents of this section of
the manual regarding laser safety, consult various user standards
such as those published by the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI), the Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA), and the
Laser Institute of America (LIA).
Warning:
Use of controls and adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser radiation
exposure.
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Administrative precautions:
See that operators are given regular safety instruction (min. one
time per year) and have read and understood this operators
manual.
Give a copy of this safety instructions and precautions to the

operators.
Observe the accident prevention regulations relating to your work.
Affix warning plates and labels to laser equipment.
Bar access to the laser to anybody not working with it.
Designate the laser area adequately.
Remember that combustible or easily inflammable gases, liquids

or solids can ignite when irradiated.
Remove any such substances from the laser area. Materials such
as metals and plastics can give off toxic decomposition products
when processed. Find out what hazards are associated with the
materials you are processing.
Professional organizations can provide the necessary information.
Remove from the laser area any objects which might accidentally
reflect laser radiation and injure you or somebody else.
Check the safety of the laser system before starting any work. Es-
pecially shutter and laser beam guide and nozzle system.
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Laser radiation hazards: 2.1
A. Potential hazards:
This is a Class 4 CO2 laser. The laser emits invisible radiation (wave-
length: 10.6 m)!
The laser radiation can severely damage your eyes. It can also cause
severe skin burns.
Even diffuse reflected radiation can be dangerous. Remember that
laser radiation may constitute a fire or explosion hazard.
The lasers typical maximum output when operating in CW mode is
given in the technical specifications and on the rating label.
In accordance with the safety regulations the laser must be operated
with laser beam guides. If no laser beam guides are fitted, the laser
beam emerges at the front end of the laser head.
The laser produces optical radiation (light) that is highly directional

and is of a single wavelength (monochromatic).
The light from a laser differs from that of a conventional light source,
whose energy is widely dispersed to provide general illumination of a
sizeable area. The laser maintains nearly all of its energy in a narrow
beam of light, even when it is projected over long distances. The
small cross-section of the laser beam at any point over its travel can
deliver a considerable amount of energy per unit area. The laser,
therefore, is considered a device that produces light of a great inten-
sity.
The primary laser beam (CO2 radiation / 10.6 m) produced by ROFIN-

SINAR DC (diffusion cooled) lasers occurs at a wavelength which is in
the infrared region of the light spectrum. Such optical radiation is not
visible to the human eye; rather it is equated to heat energy, such as
that which is emitted by the glowing embers of a fire.
As with any source of intense light or heat, there is the threat of dam-
age to the eyes and severe burns of the skin from exposure to the
direct path of the lasers beam. Furthermore, since light reflects well
off any shiny surface, it is possible that secondary reflections or scat-
tered radiation can pose a safety threat.
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Warning:
At all times during installation, operation, maintenance or service on
your laser, avoid all exposure to direct or secondary laser radiation.
Fig. 2.1/1
Warning label
Laser beam warning
B. Safety Guidelines:
The following are some of the many techniques used to avoid expo-
sure to laser radiation.
The laser beam is invisible! Never stare head-on into the path of a
laser beam.
Check the safety of the laser system before starting any work. Es-
pecially shutter and laser beam guide and nozzle system.
Avoid all unnecessary exposure to direct or secondary laser radia-

tion (reflections).
Wear suitable safety glasses (laser goggles) with side shields

whenever in the proximity of an uncontained laser beam. The type
to use is EN 207 / 208 (DIN 58215) - eye protection device against
laser radiation - wavelength 10.6 m.
Do not operate the laser without laser beam guides. The complete
laser beam must be contained from the laser to its point of exit at
the workpiece within a protective enclosure.
If you work on workpieces with reflecting surfaces, e.g. bright or

highly reflective sheets of steel, aluminum or other nonferrous
and noble metals, you must provide suitable means for protecting
the operator from reflected radiation.
For further details refer to the safety chapter of the laser systems
operating manual.
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Fire hazards: 2.2
A. Potential Hazards:
These things can occur when a laser beam is directed at a material:
First, the laser beam can continue to pass through the material.
The air around you and a select number of special crystals (such
as those used for laser optics) fall into this group of materials
known as transmitters.
A second group of materials is of a nature that nearly all of the la-

ser beam will be reflected off of its surface. Such materials are
known as reflectors. Their specially polished and prepared surfac-
es are usually used as mirrors to bend or redirect the path of the
laser beam.
Note: Windows made of glass also reflect laser radiation!
Laser energy which is neither transmitted through nor reflected off

of the surface of a material is absorbed. Most materials are con-
sidered good absorbers of the radiation from a CO2 laser. Recall
from an earlier discussion that radiation which is absorbed is
heat.
However, there are some absorbers, such as combustible solvents

and materials, which will easily ignite when exposed to the heat of
even scattered or unfocused laser beams.
Materials such as paper, and oily rags will easily burst into flames.
The following are some of the many techniques used to avoid fire
hazards from laser processing of materials.
Provide quick and easy access to a multiple rating fire extinguish-

er and other safety equipment.
Learn how to use the fire extinguisher and the other safety equip-
ment.
Bar the laser area. Do not use combustible materials for screening
the laser area.
Do not keep paper, oily rags, or other combustible materials any-

where near an open laser beam.
Gas cutting is made with oxygen. Oxygen must not come together
with oily or greasy parts, even clothing.

Do not use oxygen for cleaning, cooling or venting of clothes!
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Turn off the laser beam or direct it into a suitable beam dump
when not processing materials.
Provide some containment of the work area, especially a method

to trap heated material expelled from the sides and bottom of a
laser cutting application.
Defective parts of a laser system such as nozzle assemblies, pro-

cessing units, valves, manometers and so on must only changed
by specially trained personnel who have received instructions
concerning the hazards involved in its operation.
Hazardous fumes and vapors: 2.3
Do not use the laser beam to heat or do any work on foodstuffs. This
can effect injuries and can produce poisonous (cancerous) substan-
ces, fumes or vapours.
Also work on organic material, for example plastics or wood may be
dangerous.
Before working on these materials with a laser beam, make sure you
are familiar with the applicable safety precautions.
A. Potential Hazards:
Since the absorbed energy produced by the laser beam is heat, laser
processing (cutting, welding, melting) can be thought of as a con-
trolled method of heating or burning. The process is similar to but its
results are much finer than that of using a flame torch.
There are some materials that break down chemically and emit haz-
ardous vapor in the form of gases or particulate matter when they are
heated or burned. Examples of such materials include PVC (polyvinyl
chloride), polycarbonate, and various types of fiberglass composites.
Standard handbooks should be consulted or the manufacturer of the
material should be contacted before attempting to process such ma-
terials with a laser.
Use filters to filter this processing fumes and vapors at your working
place. Clean the filters according to the rules and regulations against
environmental pollution.
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The following are some of the many techniques used to avoid the
threat of exposure to dangerous or toxic fumes and vapors.
Do not attempt to process a material with a laser beam without

knowing the characteristics of the material relating to heat. Inform
yourself before laser processing of unknown materials.
Provide a method of safely shielding and venting of the fumes pro-

duced as a by-product of laser processing.
If you are cutting plastics, filter the cutting vapors downwards.
Do not cut PVC by laser beam! The chemical heat reaction to-
gether with the air humidity brings hydrochloric acid. Hydrochloric
acid is aggressive and may hazard the operator or the laser sy-
stem.
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Hazardous electrical voltage: 2.4
Service-, repair and adjusting work:

Any work on the electro-technics of the laser must only be done by
trained staff from ROFIN-SINAR Service Dept. or by skilled electrical
engineers after consultation with the ROFIN-SINAR Service Dept.
Europe:
The ROFIN-SINAR Laser is supplied by a voltage of 3 x 400 / 480 V AC
and PE.
Non-European countries:
The local supply voltage is transformed to 3 x 400 / 480 V AC and PE
by a series transformer.
Danger signs, warning of dangerous electrical voltage, are fixed to

the covers and doors of control cabinet and laser head.
Fig. 2.4/1
Danger label
Warning electrical
voltage
Maintenance work:
The Mains switch (Q1) of the control cabinet has to be switched OFF
during any type of maintenance work on the laser!
Warning:
Before beginning work: check that there is no voltage!
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Hazardous high voltage: 2.5
Service-, repair and adjusting work:

Maintenance work and settings which cannot be performed without

temporarily defeating the interlock circuits must be carried out by
engineers.
The laser beam is produced by a gas discharge which is ignited by

electrical energy and high frequency. The high voltage required to do
this can reach levels of up to 11 000 Volts.
Warning - Danger:
Whenever access to the interior of the laser head or control cabinet is

necessary, exercise extreme caution to avoid contact with high
voltages.
High voltage is absolutely lethal!
Only authorized, electrically trained personnel should access these
high voltage areas. Use the grounding probe as specified in its
manual (grounding probe and its manual are located in the control
cabinet).
Warning:
Fig. 2.5/1
Warning label
High voltage hazard
warning
Danger
High voltage
610075
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During normal operation, all high voltage units are sealed in the laser
and the doors and covers are electrically interlocked.
Removing or bypassing any of these safety devices (interlocks) can

be lethal!
The following are some of the many techniques used to avoid the
dangers posed by the presence of high voltage within the laser.
Minimize access only to authorized and trained personnel who are

familiar with the electronics and electrical subsystem of the laser.
The access doors to HV hazardous area in the laser are key
lockable.
Ensure that these doors are securely locked and that the keys are
used by trained, authorized personnel only.
Make sure that all electrical power to the laser is OFF before
working on the laser.
Never attempt to service the laser alone. Use the "buddy system".
Never attempt to service the laser when tired or under the influ-
ence of drugs or alcohol.
Avoid wearing metal objects such as rings, bracelets, watches,

and large belt buckles when servicing the laser.
When it comes to accessing the interior of the laser, it is best to

be overly cautious.
Be trained on how to treat someone in the event they receive an

electrical shock.
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Hazardous high frequency: 2.6
Do not open the housing of the high frequency (HF) generator when
the laser is ON!
The high frequency excites a laser gas discharge in the vacuum ves-
sel of the laser head. Then laser radiation is emitted which is formed
to a laser beam. The high frequency (HF) generator works with an an-
ode voltage of approx. 10 000 volts.
Other hazards: 2.7
Optics: The beam-folding mirrors, the rear mirror and the output
coupler consist of materials such as copper, zinc selenide and
gallium arsenide and a variety of optical coating materials. As long
as the laser is operating normally, these are not a source of
danger.
If these materials are broken, overheated or otherwise damaged,
however, harmful particles such as arsenides and selenides may
form.
Damaged optics: Latex gloves should always be worn when hand-

ling damaged optics, and the optics should be properly packed
and returned either to their manufacturer or to ROFIN-SINAR.
Positioning laser (optional): Some ROFIN-SINAR CO2 - slab -

lasers are equipped with the optional positioning laser for work-
piece alignment.
This device produces a beam of red light which is emitted coaxial-
ly but not simultaneously to the output of the CO2 laser beam.
With a relatively low energy output qualifying it for rating as a
Class 2 laser product, the positioning laser is considered to pose
no threat to human skin, making it a relatively safe alignment tool.
However, because its output is in the visible light region and is fo-
cusable by the human eye, there is a serious threat of severe eye
damage if the laser beam of the positioning laser is stared into
head-on.
Any alignments should only be carried out by persons who have

received special instructions by the laser supplier.
The positioning laser assembly is equipped with a mechanical

shutter and can be activated from the controller terminal or via
interface.
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Compressed gases / inert gases: Observe the safety recommen-
dations issued by the relevant professional organization that
relate to work on devices with compressed gases (Germany:
pressure vessel regulation and the technical regulations for
gases, e.g. TRG 280, accident prevention regulations, e.g. VBG 61
"Gases"). In confined spaces with insufficient ventilation the inert
gases in use can pose a danger of asphyxiation.
High-pressure cutting: For high-pressure cutting, cutting gas is

used under great pressure (up to 20 bars). A hazard is posed,
amongst other things, by:
splattering from melted metals
rupturing focussing lens
exploding gas supply lines.
Always wear laser goggles!
UV-radiation: Metals being laser welded produce metal vapour

plasma emitting intensive invisible ultraviolet (UV-) radiation,
which can cause serious damage to the eyes and skin.
Wear a welding eyeshield and protective clothing in addition to
your laser goggles and keep a safe distance from the laser beam
source!
General: Wear suitable safety glasses (laser goggles) with side

shields whenever in the proximity of an uncontained laser beam.
The type to use is DIN EN 207 / 208 (DIN 58215) - eye protection
device against laser radiation - wavelength 10.6 m.
Disposal of used materials: Please note that disposal of all mate-

rials (including oils, treated coolant, etc.) used in this product
must be conducted according to all local, State and Federal Rules
and Regulations.
CO gas: For the operation of CO2 slab lasers by ROFIN-SINAR a

Premix laser gas is used. The Premix laser gas contains, among
other gases, a 6 percent volume of CO - gas (Carbon monoxide).
The laser gas bottle contains 1500 Nl (Nl = standard liters) Premix
laser gas on delivery. 6 percent of this is CO, that is 90 Nl.
CO gas in high concentrations represents a potential hazard.
The other components of the Premix laser gas (94 %) are helium
(He), nitrogen (N), carbon dioxide (CO2) and xenon (Xe). These
gases do not represent a potential hazard.
To fill the vacuum vessel of the laser, 7 Nl of Premix laser gas are
required. CO represents < 0.5 Nl of this. Before a refill is done, the
laser gas is blown out of the vacuum vessel into the ambient air of
the workroom.
Refer to the rules and regulations of your country regarding
physical and biological limit values of CO in the ambient air.
Operators of a CO2 slab laser are obliged to acquaint themselves
with potential hazards by considering the conditions on site and

taking necessary precautions.
Have a good ventilation in your work space and do not vent or
open the laser gas bottle!
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Warning Labels (CDRH-Labels - only USA) 2.8
and rating plate:
Compliance to Certification Standards:
This laser product complies with Title 21 of the United States Code of
Federal Regulations, Chapter 1, Subchapter J, Parts 1040.10 and
1040.11, as applicable.
Location of labels: see radiation control drawings 620396 / 3 laser
head and 620409 / 3 power supply in the maintenance section of this
manual.
Labels required under this regulation are as follows:
Fig. 2.8/1:
Rating plate - this label
is located at the rear
Germany D - 22113 Hamburg Berzeliusstr. 83
side of the control
cabinet and
Typ Spannung at the rear side of the
~3x V, PE
Type Voltage
laser head.
Seriennr. Frequenz
Hz
Serialno. Frequency
Baujahr Strom
Manufactured Current
A
Betriebsanleitung beachten! USA: THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES

WITH CDRH RADIATION STANDARDS
Observe operating manual! 21 CFR SUBCH. J AS APPLICABLE
Laser beam warning label:

Fig. 2.8/4 a / b:
Warning label (USA):
DANGER DANGER ROFIN DC 020 or
ROFIN DC 025
VISIBLE AND/OR INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION VISIBLE AND/OR INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
Three such labels are
AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION
affixed to the laser
head, one on each
MODEL: ROFIN DC 020 CO2 LASER
MAXIMUM OUTPUT: 2500 WATTS CW @ 10.6 m
side and on the front
1.0 JOULES MAX., 100 SEC PULSE
CLASS IV LASER PRODUCT
side of the laser head.
IF ALIGNMENT LASER DIODE INSTALLED, IF ALIGNMENT LASER DIODE INSTALLED,
CLASS II LASER RADIATION ALSO EMITTED. CLASS II LASER RADIATION ALSO EMITTED.
DO NOT STARE INTO LASER DIODE BEAM. DO NOT STARE INTO LASER DIODE BEAM.
MAXIMUM OUTPUT: 1.0 mW CW @ 633 nm MAXIMUM OUTPUT: 1.0 mW CW @ 633 nm
Fig. 2.8/4 a / b:
ROFIN DC 025

head, one on each
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Fig. 2.8/4 c / d:
ROFIN DC 033
head, one on each
Fig. 2.8/4 e:
DANGER ROFIN DC 035
VISIBLE AND/OR INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
head, one on each
IF ALIGNMENT LASER DIODE INSTALLED,

CLASS II LASER RADIATION ALSO EMITTED.
DO NOT STARE INTO LASER DIODE BEAM.
MAXIMUM OUTPUT: 1.0 mW CW @ 633 nm
ROFIN-SINAR industrial lasers are designed in strict accordance with

the respective safety regulations.
We certify that each laser manufactured by our company complies
with FDA Radiation Performance Standards, 21 CFR Subchapter J
and with DIN EN 60825 (VDE 0837 / IEC 825).
Fig. 2.8/5:
Aperture label - this
label is located just
above the laser beam
output port at the
forward end of the la-
ser head.
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Fig. 2.8/6:
Interlocked housing -
this label is affixed
wherever access to
laser radiation is
provided by opening
of an interlocked
panel.
Fig. 2.8/7:
Non-Interlocked
housing - this label is
affixed wherever
access to laser
radiation is provided
by opening of an non-
interlocked panel.
Laser beam data:
Fig. 2.8/8:
Warning label
(Europe):
WAVELENGTH 10600 nm Technical data of
wavelength of laser
CONTINUOUS OUTPUT refer to
beam and laser power
MAX. IMPULSE RATING technical
IMPULSE DURATION data
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Fig. 2.8/9:
Warning label
(Europe)
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER IRRADIATION.
THE EXPOSURE OF EYES OR SKIN
TO DIRECT IRRADIATION OR SCATTERED RAYS
MUST BE AVOIDED!
LASER CLASS 4
IEC 825
610335
Fig. 2.8/10:
Warning label
Fig. 2.8/11:
Warning label
(Europe)
CAUTION! INVISIBLE LASER IRRADIATION
WHEN COVER IS OPEN AND SAFETY LATCH
IS BRIDGED. THE EXPOSURE OF EYES OR SKIN
MUST BE AVOIDED.
610064
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Fig. 2.8/12:
Warning label
(Europe)
CAUTION! VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER
IRRADIATION WHEN COVER IS OPEN.
THE EXPOSURE OF EYES OR SKIN
MUST BE AVOIDED.
610065
Electrical hazard warning:
Fig. 2.8/13:
Warning label:
Danger from electrical
voltage - this label is
affixed wherever
access to electrical
voltage is possible.
Fig. 2.8/14:
Warning label:
High Voltage - these
labels are affixed
wherever access
to high voltage is
provided.
Danger
High voltage
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Fig. 2.8/15:
Warning label:
Dangerous Voltage -
WARNING! these labels are
affixed in the control
ORANGE CABLES ARE LIVE FROM cabinet.
AN EXTERNAL SOURCE EVEN WITH
THE MAINS SWITCHED OFF.
600959
Fig. 2.8/16:
Warning label:
Dangerous Voltage -
ATTENTION! this label is affixed in
the control cabinet.
THERE IS STILL A SUPPLY VOLTAGE
WHEN THE MAIN SWITCH IS
SWITCHED OFF.
610526
Injury warning:
Fig. 2.8/17:
Warning label:
Warning for injuries -
these label is affixed in
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In addition to the above methods of product identification, com-
pliance to the certification standards is likewise provided by incorpo-
ration of the following features:
Key switch control with ROFIN-SINAR control panel with display and
keyboard or with ROFIN-SINAR wiring proposal:
Laser operation is controlled by two locking key switches. The high
voltage and shutter circuits are disabled when the key switches are in
the "disabled" positions.
Remote Connector Interlocks:

There are remote (accessory interlocks) interlock connections
available. These interlocks when activated will disable the high
voltage or shutter circuits depending which ones are selected.
Laser Emission Warning Indicator:

There is a laser emission warning indicator located on top of the laser
head at the laser beam output end. This laser emission warning indi-
cator is on whenever the laser high voltage circuits are activated
(Laser Emissions). When the "laser beam ON" button is depressed
and all interlocks are satisfied, the laser emission warning indicator is
ON.
Connections are available for an external laser emission warning indi-
cator.
Shutter:
The CO2 laser beam is stopped by a shutter blade. Upon request the
shutter is opened by an electrical solenoid. The position of the
shutter is sensed by two inductive sensors. The signals are sent to
the computer.
If the shutter does not open or close within a given period of time the
laser high voltage circuits are disabled.
Additionally the shutter unit is provided with a position switch which

is actuated by the shutter blade. To switch high voltage on, the shut-
ter blade must be closed.
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Description of ROFIN DC 020: 3.
Fig. 3/1:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Laser beam
2 Laser beam telescope
3 Output mirror
4 Cooling water
94 -
09 -
06 connection
MB
5 High frequency
excitation
8 6 Cooling water
9 connection
7 Rear mirror
8 Active zone (slab)
10
9 Waveguiding electrodes
10 Grounding (earthing)
The ROFIN DC 020 laser is a high-frequency excited, diffusion-cooled CO2

Slab Laser, designed for industrial use as a cutting or welding tool.
Fig. 3/1 shows the laser function principle. Between the waveguiding elec-
trodes (9) a laser gas discharge (active zone) (8) is produced by high-
frequency voltage (5, 10).
The rear mirror (7) and output mirror (3) form the optical resonator. In the
resonator the laser beam (1) is produced and is emitted from behind the
laser beam telescope (2).
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The laser consists of laser head and control cabinet.
Laser head:
Fig. 3/2:
1 Vacuum vessel
2 Laser beam output
3 Laser gas supply (bottle)
The main elements of the laser head are:

Supporting frame (chassis)
Laser gas supply
Plastic panelling
Vacuum vessel (recipient)
High-frequency generator
Laser beam telescope
Laser beam shutter
When it is closed, the water-cooled mechanic shutter in the laser beam

path in front of the laser beam telescope prevents the laser beam from
reaching the processing station. The shutter is closed during "stand-by"
operation or when a fault arises. The bending mirror of the shutter then
directs the laser beam into the absorber where its output power is
discharged into the cooling water.
A sensor in the laser beam telescope constantly measures the laser power,
which is then displayed on the control panel.
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Control cabinet:
The main elements of the control cabinet are:

Power supply with main switch, all fuses, relays, safeguards and
protective motor switch for the electrical components of the laser.
High voltage production for high-frequency generator with HV Softstart
unit.
Computer rack with CPU-card, digital input cards, relay output card,
pulse / ramping generator (optional) und comprehensive interface to
an external control system.
The computer rack controls and monitors all important laser functions.
Keyboard and display (controller terminal).
The controller terminal can also be installed into other cabinets of the
laser system.
The operation of the laser is supported by display texts on the display. The
automatic start-up is activated by pressing only one key on the keyboard.
Within just one minute the laser is ready to operate.
The laser output power is selected by a continuous potentiometer or nu-
merical by keyboard. All laser functions are controlled from the keyboard,
for example, the pulse / ramping generator programs or request for
diagnostic and service routines.
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Transport of laser head and control cabinet: 4.
For the transport of ROFIN-SINAR lasers the following instructions should

be observed:
By road: only on trucks with pneumatic suspension
By rail, sea, air: The laser will be packed and prepared by ROFIN-
SINAR accordingly
Attention!
Laser from ROFIN-SINAR are precision units. The laser head is only
allowed to be transported in its original packing!
Notes:
Every warranty is lost when the laser head is transported without its
ROFIN-SINAR special packing.
In the maintenance section of this operating manual is the ROFIN-
SINAR special packing for the laser head is shown.
If later transportation is necessary:

Keep the ROFIN-SINAR special packing for later use.
Use the ROFIN-SINAR special packing for later transportation to
prevent the laser head from transport damages.
If you have any questions: call ROFIN-SINAR.
Note the packing hints on the following pages.

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Fig. 4/1 a:
The laser head is threa-
dad onto a wooden sup-
porting frame (Z).
Z Attention! Only one
position is correct!!.
Laser head and sup-
porting frame will be
placed into the special
packing by a crane.
Note:
The laser head has to
be placed so that the
connection cables are
on the side (X = app.
17 cm) of the special
X packing.
Fig. 4/1 b:
1. Remove the 2 eyebolts
on the top side of the la-
ser head.
2. Screw the 2 threaded
rod (M12) into the
bores.
3. Lock the threaded rods
with the range spacers
made of alloy.
4. Place the wooden frame
with its bores over the
threaded rods.
Attention! Only one
position is correct!!.
5. Screw the 2 eyenuts on-
to the threaded rods.
6. Lay the connection
cables onto the top side
of the laser head.
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Fig. 4/1 c - packing with
carton:
1. Slip the packing made
of carton over the laser
X X head and screw it with
X the pallet.
2. Place the 6 range spac-
ers made of foam (X) as
X shown.
3. Put on the cover made
X X of carton and lace it
TIGHT with packing
cords.
Fig. 4/1 d - packing with

wooden material:
1. Screw the 4 side walls
made of wood with the
pallet.
2. Place the 6 range spac-
ers made of foam (X) as
shown in Fig. 4/1 c.
3. Lay the 4 balks onto the
6 range spacers made
of foam and screw them
with the side walls.
4. Put on the cover made
of wood and screw it
with the side walls and
the 4 balks.
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Laser head - Transport by crane:
Preparation:
Remove both plastic caps from the top of the laser head panelling
Screw in the eyebolts (M 12, DIN 580)
Transport the laser head with crane lifting gear (Fig. 4/1)
Remove the eyebolts and replace the plastic caps
Right:
Fig. 4/1:
Right
ROFIN DC OXX
Wrong:
Fig. 4/2:
Wrong
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Laser head - transport by fork-lift truck:
Fig. 4/3:
Position fork-lift truck
here!
ROFIN DC OXX
The forks of the fork-lift truck must only be placed under the surfaces
marked (Fig. 4/3), otherwise the laser panelling is subject to damage!
Control cabinet - Transport by crane or fork-lift truck:
By crane: Eyebolts are attached to the top of the control cabinet for
transport purposes.
Fork-lift truck: Pay attention to the position of the gravity centre during
transport!
Fig. 4/4:
Gravity centre
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ROFIN DC 0XX compact (optional) - Transport by crane or fork-lift
truck:
Fig. 4/5:
Gravity centre
ROFIN DC 0XX compact (optional) - Transport by fork-lift truck:
Fig. 4/6:
Transport of the DC 0XX
compact control cabinet
Fig. 4/7:
Transport of the DC 0XX
compact control cabinet
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ROFIN DC 0XX compact (optional) - Transport by crane:
Attention - Danger!
The ROFIN DC 0XX compact laser or the compact control cabinet is
only allowed to be transported by a special lifting device!
The special lifting device you will get by ROFIN-SINAR.
Do not lift the unit of laser head and compact control cabinet by lift-
ing at the laser head!
Fig. 4/8:
Wrong!
ROFIN DC OXX
Fig. 4/9:
Wrong!
ROFIN DC OXX
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Transport safety devices / Storage / Unpacking / 4.1
Installation / Assembly:
Transport safety devices:
There are no transport safety devices installed in the laser. Check whether
your laser system has any transport safety devices and remove them.
Storage of ROFIN-SINAR lasers:
Store in a dry place

Prevent laser system against corrosion
In case of frost hazards:
Laser head:
Internal cooling water circulation: Do not rinse lines with an anti-
freezing compound!
External cooling water circulation: drain off cooling water and rinse
lines with an anti-freezing compound; blow out anti-freezing
compound with compressed air
Control cabinet: drain off cooling water from the heat-exchanger, rinse
with an anti-freezing compound; blow out the anti-freezing compound
with compressed air
!!Before starting the laser: Wash out all anti-freezing compound!!
Unpacking:
ROFIN-SINAR lasers are normally supplied sealed in plastic sheeting.

Remove this and any wooden cladding completely.
Installation, alignment:
The laser head must be installed so that it is properly aligned with the laser
beam guide system with which it is going to be used. In other words, the
level and direction of the laser beam exit must be accurately aligned with
the axial center of the laser beam guides and mirrors.
The correct height can be obtained with a support base specially designed
to fit the laser head.
The height and direction of the laser beam can be fine-adjusted using an
alignment unit. The support base and the alignment unit are optional items
and can be supplied on request.
Assembly:
Danger!
Always check that the power supply is off when connecting electrical
items. This job should only be performed by trained staff who have
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been instructed by the manufacturer on how to operate the laser.

Never connect the laser to the mains power supply until all lines
have been connected to the control cabinet.
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For transport purposes, the lines (approx. 10 m long) linking the laser head
and control cabinet are disconnected. These must be re-connected before
you can start the laser. The terminal strips and plugs for the electrical
connections are located at the laser head terminal box and in the control
cabinet.
The connectors have identification codes to allow them to be matched up
to their respective mating connections.
Laser gas bottle installed in the laser:

see section 7.4.2 Mounting the pressure reducer.
Laser gas bottle not installed in the laser:
see section 7.4.2.
Dismantling and packing the laser for transport:
Follow the manufacturers forwarding instructions.

If you have any doubts concerning the laser please consult ROFIN-SINAR.
Recommended space requirements for laser operation and mainte-

nance:
Observe the regulations for electrical installations (Germany: VDE 0100)

when performing space requirements for laser operation and maintenance.
Laser head:
Front and back: > 0.2 m; sides: > 1.2 m or > 3 m; top: > 1 m
>1m >1m
> 1.20 m >3m > 1.20 m > 1.20 m
Fig. 4.1/1 Fig. 4.1/2

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Control cabinet: Minimum clearance on door side 0.8 m
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Acceptable ambience conditions:
Temperature: + 5 C to + 40 C, rise in temperature must be even
Relative air humidity: 10 % - 90 % (non-condensation forming)
Floor structure, foundations:
Minimum requirements:
Safe floor load: Floor must be capable of supporting at least 1000 kg

(2200 lbs).
Evenness: Floor must be even and must have been levelled
If possible, laser and processing unit (laser system) should both be set
up on the same foundation plate
ROFIN-SINAR lasers are precision units and should not be operated:
near machines running at high oscillation amplitudes
in light-design factory buildings with a foundation load rating of less

than 1500 kg
on vibrating floors, such as the upper level of a machine shop floor
in rooms where the temperature fluctuates
in areas where there is a high concentration of vapors from oil, solvents

or cleaning agents
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Connecting the cooling water supply: 4.2
Pay attention to the intended flow directions!!
Laser head:
The cooling water connection fittings are located on the connecting plate of
the laser head. These fittings are dimensioned to fit 1" plastic tubing. The
plastic tubes are mounted and secured with clamps.
Control cabinet:
The cooling water connection fittings with 1/4" inside thread and nozzles
for plastic tubes with an inside diameter of 10 - 11 mm are located on the
heat exchanger of the control cabinet. The supply is effected at the control
cabinet through the floor panel and the laterally mounted cable duct..
General:
Laser head and control cabinet: connected in parallel; individual supply

possible.
The inlet and outlet of the cooling water supply are marked and must not
be confused.
Only use tubes which are impervious to light to prevent germ forma-
tion in the cooling water.
The laser is set by ROFIN-SINAR at a cooling water inlet temperature of 20
C. The cooling water inlet temperature is only allowed to deviate by max.
1 K (K = Kelvin) in order to ensure the laser output stability of 2 %.
If you wish to operate the laser at a different cooling water inlet
temperature, you must have it readjusted to the specified temperature by
ROFIN-SINAR service staff!
To avoid condensation forming on the resonator optics, the temperature of
the cooling water must be above dew point.
Further cooling water specifications: section 8 Technical data.

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Cooling water specifications: 4.2.1
Internal cooling water circulation (Cooling water circulation for RF -

tube in the laser head):
Quality of cooling water:

Use demineralized water only with a conductivity of < 30 S / cm
without additives (DIN 57510 / VDE 0510 / part 1, section 4.6).
External cooling water circulation (laser head and control cabinet):
To ensure trouble-free operation of the laser and to prevent corrosion in

the cooling circuit, the following requirements have to be complied with:
Quality of cooling water:

Use demineralized water.
If you do not use demineralized water, the following specifications must

be observed:
If water is used with a hardness > 0.1 mol / m3 (Ca++, Mg++), hardness
stabilizers have to be added to prevent boiler scale deposit. However,
the overall hardness must not exceed 2 mol / m3 (Ca++, Mg++)
Conductivity
of the water with additives: < 1000 S / cm
Chloride content of the water: < 50 mg / l
pH value of the water: 7-8
Suspended particles (external cooling water circulation only):
To remove particulate contamination, use a filter with a pore size of 100

m.
The filter must be located as close as possible in front of the cooling water
inlet of the laser head.
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Additives (external cooling water circulation only):
To prevent corrosion of the cooling water circuit, add an appropriate corro-

sion inhibitor. Use a multi-metal corrosion inhibitor, which will ensure effec-
tive protection against corrosion in stainless steel, copper, copper alloys
and aluminium.
Pay attention to the instructions of the additive manufacturer.
To prevent corrosion of the cooling water circuit, ROFIN-SINAR recom-

mends the use of the organic corrosion inhibitor VARIDOS LASERCOOL
GLS manufactured by Messrs. Schilling-Chemie (ROFIN-SINAR material
No. 830 50 35).
VARIDOS LASERCOOL GLS works simultaneously as a bacteriostatic and
hardness stabilizer. No additional substances are necessary.
The amount of VARIDOS LASERCOOL GLS to be used depends upon

the water quality:
1 % (10.0 kg / m3): demineralized water, with reverse osmosis water,

water with a max. hardness of 2 mol / m3
(Ca++, Mg++)
Check both the concentration of VARIDOS LASERCOOL GLS with the

Schilling-Chemie test kit (ROFIN-SINAR material No. 830 50 36) and the pH
value:
during initial installation
after about 4 weeks from initial installation
regularly every 6 months
Pay attention to the instructions of the VARIDOS LASERCOOL GLS
manufacturer.
Germ formation in the cooling water (external cooling water circula-

tion only):
The addition of VARICID T removes germs (algae and slime) from the
cooling water and the cooling water circulation (ROFIN-SINAR material No.
830 50 34).
The concentration of VARICID T to be used is:
0.02 % - 0.05 % (0.2 - 0.5 kg / m3).
Please note:
Make sure that the two additives (VARIDOS and VARICID) are mixed
well with the cooling water and avoid over dosing!
The cooling water must be changed after about 2 to 8 days.
Do not operate the laser continually with VARICID T in the cooling wa-
ter.
Pay attention to the instructions of the VARICID T manufacturer.
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If VARIDOS LASERCOOL GLS is not available (e.g. in the USA), the in-
hibited anti-freeze Dowtherm SR-1 produced by Dow Chemical can be
used in a concentration of 20 % - 35 % by volume. Do not use less than 20
% by volume, as the corrosion protection would not be effective. Concen-
trations of less than 10 % by volume can lead to the formation of highly
corrosive glycol acids. If Dowtherm SR-1 is used, then there is no need to
add biocides and hardness stabilizers.
If none of the above additives are available, a comparable product from an-
other supplier can be used. Ensure a sufficient protection against corro-
sion, boiler scale deposit and algae growth.
In this case, please consult ROFIN-SINAR.
Frost protection (external cooling water circulation only):
If you wish to add anti-freeze to the cooling water, please note that the ad-
dition of additives changes the cooling characteristics of the water and
makes cooling action less effective. (Pay attention to the instructions of the
anti-freeze manufacturer). In this case, please consult ROFIN-SINAR.
A combination of anti-freeze and corrosion inhibitors may result in un-
desired chemical reactions. Therefore either use VARIDOS LASERCOOL
GLS mixed with pure ethylene glycol or use an inhibited anti-freeze based
on glycol. Please consult ROFIN-SINAR.
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Connecting the mains power supply: 4.3
Warning!
This job should only be performed by trained staff who have been
instructed by the manufacturer on how to operate the laser. Always
check that the power supply is OFF when connecting electrical
items.
Never connect the control cabinet to the mains power supply until all
lines have been connected to the laser head and control panel.
The provision of a mains power supply is the responsibility of the customer.

To operate the laser a threephase current of 400 V / 480 V with 50 Hz / 60
Hz and protective conductors (L1, L2, L3, PE) are required ( 20 V is
possible after changing connections).
Fuses should be used for line side protection.
Always observe the VDE regulations or the equivalent regulations

that apply in your country.
Electrical ratings:
See technical specifications given in section 8 - technical data.
Connecting the mains cable:

Connect the laser in correct phase sequence. Use a phasemeter.
The power supply reaches the control cabinet through the floor panel.
The mains supply cable passes through the cable channel mounted on the
side to the cable clamp bar where it is connected to the main switch Q1
and the grounding connection.
If the local mains supply varies a series transformer can be added.

Line side fuse protection will have to be designed according to the supply
voltage available.
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Taking out of operation: 4.4
Taking the laser out of operation (e.g. before dispatch):
To pump down the vacuum vessel:

Press function key "VACUUM TEST" in the Service - menu.
After approx. 5 minutes, when approx. 2 hPa is reached:
Stop the vacuum test by pressing the function key "VACUUM TEST"
again.
To switch the laser OFF:

see section 5.2.3 Switching the laser OFF
To drain the cooling water:

see section 7.6 Before transport, storage (internal cooling water
circuit)
see section 7.7 Draining the cooling water (external cooling water
circuit)
Danger!
Electrical connections:
Disconnect the electrical connections between the control cabi-
net and the mains power supply.
To earth the high voltage:
Use the grounding rod as specified in its manual (grounding rod
and its manual are located in the control cabinet).
Disconnect the electrical connections between the control cabi-
net and the laser head. The connectors and screwed connections
are in the control cabinet.
Laser gas bottle:

Close the valve of the laser gas bottle.
Unscrew the pressure reducing valve of the laser gas bottle and pack
it for safe transport.
Protect the laser gas bottle with its protection cap.
For certain means of transport (e.g. by airplane) and for transport
of the laser to certain countries the laser gas bottle must be re-
moved.
If removal of the laser gas bottle is not necessary, it can be left in the
laser.
Optics:
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Protect the optics against contamination.
Transport:
see section 4. Transport of laser head and control cabinet
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Operators controls (+A10): 5.
Important:
Depending on your laser equipment you will find descriptions of the

operators controls of your laser in the following sections.
Emergency OFF control panel (section 5.1):
The Emergency OFF control panel (230 V AC and 24 V DC) must be

installed in the control cabinet of the laser if the control panel with
keyboard and display or the ON/OFF control panel are not installed in
the control cabinet of the laser.
ON/OFF control panel (section 5.1.1):
The ON/OFF control panel (230 V AC and 24 V DC)l may be installed

either in the control cabinet of the laser or in other units of the laser
system.
Control panel with display and keyboard (section 5.1.2):
The control panel with display and keyboard (230 V AC and 24 V DC)
may be installed either in the control cabinet of the laser or in other
units of the laser system.
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Emergency OFF control panel: 5.1

installed in the control cabinet of the laser if the control panel with keyboard
and display or the ON/OFF control panel are not installed in the control
cabinet of the laser.
Number, designation, and function of the buttons and signal lamps of the
Emergency OFF control panel:
No.: Designation: Function:
-H11 Mains ON Signal lamp; lights to indicate that the mains power
supply is ON.
-H11
-H12 High voltage Signal lamp; lights to indicate that the high voltage
(HV) ON (HV) is ON.
-S12 TEST Button to test function of signal lamps -H11 and -H12
-H12
-S02 Emergency Mechanical mushroom - type impact switch which
OFF opens the mains contactor. All following loads will be
switched OFF. X
The units described under Q1 remain ON. TEST
-S12
-S02
ON/OFF control panel: 5.1.1
Documents for the ON/OFF control panel for this laser have not yet been
completed. In case of doubt please contact ROFIN-SINAR for details
regarding this option.
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Control panel with display and keyboard: 5.1.2
(Controller terminal)
3 2 1
Fig. 5.1.2/1:
1 Control panel
2 Keyboard
3 Display
ROFIN-SINAR
-S1 -S2 -H1
-S3 -S4 -H2 -S8
-H3 -H4 -S7
-S5 -S6 -S01
The functions of the switches, buttons and signal lamps, the keyboard and
the meaning of the messages shown on the display are described on the
following pages.
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Number, designation, function and symbol (if there) of switches, buttons
and signal lamps of control panel and control cabinet:
No.: Designation: Function: Symbol:
Q1 Main switch Mechanical switch connected to main supply line;

not located on the control panel but at the front of
Can be locked at the "0" position with up to three
padlocks.
Supplies the following units at the "1" position:
Power supply unit for 24 V DC supply
230 V control voltage
Service socket
Lasergas pressure and power metering
Computer rack
Display / keyboard
Positioning laser (optional)
After self tripping main switch is in its "Tripped" - po-

sition (between "0" and "1")
-H1 Mains is Signal lamp; lights to indicate that the mains power
ON supply is ON.
-H2 HV is Signal lamp; lights to indicate that the high voltage

ON (HV) is ON.
-H3 Shutter is Signal lamp; lights to indicate that the shutter is

CLOSED CLOSED.
-H4 Shutter is Signal lamp; lights to indicate that the shutter is

OPEN OPEN.
-S01 Emergency Mechanical mushroom - type impact switch which

OFF opens the mains contactor. All following loads will be
switched OFF.
The units described under Q1 remain ON.
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-S1 Mains Button which opens the mains contactor, cancelling

OFF the action of -S2. O
All following loads will be switched OFF.
The units described under Q1 remain ON.
-S2 Mains Button which supplies the following units:

ON Fan of heat exchanger of control cabinet I
Fan of high frequency generator
Filament voltage of high frequency tube
-S3 (High voltage) Button used to switch high voltage OFF.

HV OFF O
-S4 (High voltage) Button used to switch high voltage ON;
HV ON Premise: Shutter must be CLOSED. I
-S5 Shutter Button used to close the shutter.
CLOSE
-S6 Shutter Button used to open the shutter.

OPEN
-S7 Key switch Key switch:

Shutter Shutter can not be opened with -S6 or by CNC. O
LOCKED

Shutter Shutter can be opened with -S6 or by CNC (in rela- I
ENABLE tion to position of key switch -S8 Mode Select).
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Mode Select In position "0" high voltage (HV), shutter and laser O
beam ON-key are locked.

Mode Select Position Manual control:
High voltage can be switched ON by pressing
button -S4 High voltage ON
- after min. 3 seconds:
Shutter OPEN or CLOSE is possible
Laser beam ON or OFF by pressing 1 -key or
9 -key is possible
High voltage can be switched OFF by pressing
button -S3 High voltage OFF.

Mode Select Position Automatic control:
Control of the following functions is possible via
external contacts:
High voltage ON or OFF
Shutter OPEN or CLOSE
Laser beam ON or OFF
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Fig. 5.1.2/2:
Keyboard
Using the elements on the keyboard the operating modes of the laser are
selected or adjusted.
In the following text the designation of the keys is printed in bold charac-
ters.
The keyboard is divided up into four areas:
LASERPOWER with laser beam ON / OFF keys and potentiometer

Using the potentiometer you may adjust laser power and other parame-
ters)
1 Laser beam ON (green)

Attention:
Accidental use of the 1 -key (laser beam ON) is protected
by a safety circuit.
The 1 -key (laser beam ON) must be pressed twice in half a
second ("double-click") to turn the laser beam ON.
9 Laser beam OFF (red)
Function keys F1 - F8
F1 - F8 Function keys 1 - 8
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Alphanumeric and symbol keys
0-9 Numeric keys

. Decimal point
+ Plus sign
- Minus sign
A-E Letter keys
ESC Escape
DEL Delete
Cursor up
Cursor down
Cursor right
Cursor left
| Tab
| Tab
Return
SPACE Space
Key switch and TEST (= lamp test) and RESET - keys
Key switch positions

0 , I , II
TEST Lamp test
RESET Quit key and fault reset
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Starting the laser: 5.2
Initial starting up:
The initial starting up of the laser MUST be performed by ROFIN-

SINAR service engineers or by OEM engineers instructed by ROFIN-
SINAR!
It is also a requirement that ROFIN-SINAR service engineers or OEM
engineers instructed by ROFIN-SINAR perform the second
switching on of the laser, too, in order to guarantee that the
operating parameters, the interlock circuits and the safety equipment
be properly re-checked after transport.
You are asked to note that damage to ROFIN-SINAR lasers caused
by an incorrect starting procedure is not covered by the
manufacturers parts warranty.
After connecting the mains power supply the laser can be started.
Day-to-day starting procedure:
The ordinary day-to-day starting procedure is as follows:
Open the cooling water inflow line (If you are using a chiller, switch it
ON).
Switch the Main switch Q1 ON.
Press the Mains ON button:

the signal lamp Mains is ON lights up
the fan in the laser head is switched on
MAINS ON appears on the display
Messages on the display:

"WATER TEST" and approx. 10 seconds later:
"FILAMENT ON" and approx. 30 seconds later:
"HV READY"
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If a fault message appears on the display, remove the cause and confirm
with RETURN.
Now switch the high voltage ON:
Press the High voltage ON - Button:

the signal lamp High voltage is ON lights up
the laser emission warning indicator lights up
The laser is now operational. You can select a program via the keyboard.
Attention:
Before turning the laser beam ON with the 1 -key you must read and
observe the safety instructions given in sections 2 - 2.8 of this
operating manual.
Safety instructions for workpiece alignment:

After setting the laser parameters required, remove the key of the key
switch MODE SELECT from the control panel in position "0" and pull
it out. The workpiece can then be aligned.
Lock and seal off the laser system accordingly until the alignment
has be completed. Clearly mark the alignment work, for example, by
setting up warning plates.
Attention:
Accidental use of the 1 -key (laser beam ON) is protected by a safety
circuit.
The 1 -key (laser beam ON) must be pressed twice in half a second
("double-click") to turn the laser beam ON.
Switch the laser beam ON by pressing the 1 -key (laser beam ON).
The required laser power is adjusted by the potentiometer on the keyboard

or by CNC.
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Switching the laser ON: 5.2.1
Before you switch ON the laser, proceed as follows:
Make certain that all the safety instructions relating to laser

operation have been observed and that all the necessary precautions
have been taken.
Read and observe the safety instructions given in the relevant
section of this operating manual!
Open the cooling water inflow line (If you are using a chiller, switch it
ON).
Turn the Main switch Q1 ON.

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Operating the laser: 5.2.2
To operate the laser, proceed according to the following sequence:
Press the Mains ON button:

the signal lamp Mains is ON lights up
the fan in the laser head is switched on
the fans in the control cabinet are switched on
"MAINS ON" appears on the display
Messages on the display:

"WATER TEST" and approx. 10 seconds later:
"FILAMENT ON" and approx. 30 seconds later:
"HV READY"
If a fault message appears on the display, remove the cause and confirm
with RETURN.
Now switch the high voltage ON:
Press the High voltage ON - Button:

the signal lamp High voltage is ON lights up
the laser emission warning indicator lights up
The laser is now operational. You can now select a program via the key-
board.
Attention:
Before turning the laser beam ON with the 1 -key you must read and
observe the safety instructions given in sections 2 - 2.8 of this
operating manual.

Lock and seal off the laser system accordingly until the alignment
has be completed. Clearly mark the alignment work, for example, by
setting up warning plates.
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Attention:
circuit.
Switch the laser beam ON by pressing the 1 -key (laser beam ON).
The required laser power is adjusted by the potentiometer on the keyboard

or by CNC.
Switching the laser OFF : 5.2.3
Press the 9 -key to switch the laser beam OFF.
Press button High voltage (HV) OFF to switch the high voltage OFF.
Press button Mains OFF to switch the main power supply OFF.
Switch OFF the cooling water supply.
Turn the Main switch Q1 OFF.

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Status messages / Warnings / Fault alarms: 5.3
Status messages, warnings and fault alarms are shown on the lasers
display. They are listed here in alphabetical order of their alarm text.
The fault menu can be activated by a function key in addition.
Fault alarms marked by a "*" have to be reset by the RESET key.
Mains supply fault:
Inputs Description Result Text
-- Mains supply > 10 % or counter-clockwise (CCW) phase Mains, Display is

sequence. computer, OFF
HV (no text display
OFF possible!)
Status messages:
Inputs Description Result Status text
-- The vacuum vessel will be evacuated HV EVACUATION

(at vacuum test or lasergas exchange) locked
-- Lasergas exchange is running HV GAS

The function can be activated in the Service menu with the cor- locked EXCHANGE
responding function key.
-- The vacuum vessel will be filled with lasergas HV GASFILLING

(at lasergas exchange) locked
-- Mains is OFF and ready to be switched ON. HV MAINS OFF

locked
-- Vacuum test is activated HV VACUUM

The function can be switched ON or OFF in the Service menu. locked TEST
E10.4 After switching ON mains power supply the computer will wait HV WATER TEST
E11.2 for maximal 3 minutes for correct cooling water flow before the locked
filament for the RF tube will be switched ON.
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Warning signals:
Inputs Description Result Warning text
-- Warning signal: none CAVITY

The lasergas pressure in the vacuum vessel is above limit. PRESSURE
This signal shows you that lasergas exchange will be neces-
sary soon.
-- Warning signal: none *GAS BOTTLE
The pressure sensor B3 of the integrated lasergas bottle has
tripped. PRESSURE
E11.5 Warning signal: Operation *

The motor circuit - breaker Q4 for the vacuum pump has possible - I > VACUUM
tripped. gas PUMP (Q4)
exchange
locked
E11.13 Warning signal: none LASER WAR-
The current monitor relay of the laser emission warning indica- NING LAMP
tor gives no feedback (laser emission warning indicator defec-
tive).
E10.5 Warning signal: Operation *
possible - PRESSURE
The lasergas pressure of the integrated lasergas bottle is too
low or the lasergas bottle is not opened yet. gas LASERGAS
exchange
locked
-- Warning signal: none SERVICE
One or more components of the laser have reached the service INTERVAL
interval (for maintenance).
Fault alarms:
Inputs Description Result Fault alarm

text
all E... The 24 V supply is OFF Mains *24 V SUPPLY
(When 24V is not there, this fault alarm is not on the display locked
because the display is supplied by 24 V, too.)
X34.5/6 The connector X34 at the Pulse- / Ramping generator (RPG) is HV *ANALOG
not connected. locked
CONNECTION
-- The maximal allowed evacuating time to evacuate the vacuum HV *EVACUATION

vessel is overranged. locked,
STOP gas TIME
exchange
E10.3 The dynamic pressure gauge S25 of the RF generator fan HV and *FAN RF
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measures too low dynamic pressure or counter-clockwise vacuum

(CCW) phase sequence. pump GENERATOR
locked
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Fault alarms:

text
-- The maximal allowed lasergas fill time to fill the vacuum vessel HV *GAS FILL
is overranged. locked,
STOP gas TIMEOUT
exchange
E10.5 A fault has been occured at the lasergas exchange, or lasergas HV *GASCHANGE
E11.5 exchange was not possible. locked,
STOP gas FAULT
exchange
-- Lasergas exchange is necessary. HV *GASCHANGE
locked
REQUIRED
E10.7 The grid control for the RF tube measures a too high average HV *GRID
grid current. locked
CURRENT
E11.7 An overcurrent or a short circuit of the HV supply has been de- HV *HV OVER-
tected. locked
CURRENT
E11.14 The HV Softstart unit gives no feedback signal. HV *HV SOFT-

locked
START FAULT
E11.7 The HV overcurrent metering gives no feedback signal. Mains *HV

and HV
locked MONITORING
E11.6 The motor circuit breakers Q5 and / or Q6 for the fans (laser HV *I > FANS
head / control cabinet) have tripped. locked
(Q5 / Q6)
E11.4 The motor circuit breaker Q3 for the RF tube filament has HV *I > FILAMENT
tripped. locked
(Q3)
-- An average overcurrent of the HV supply has been detected. HV *Ia OVER-

locked
CURRENT
E10.6 A door of the laser head or an external Interlock is open. HV *INTERLOCK /

locked
DOORS
E11.12 The HV contactor K1 does not switch OFF, when the high volt- Mains *K1 FAULT
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age is locked. and HV

locked
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Fault alarms:

text
E11.8 The mains contactor K3 does not switch OFF, when the mains Mains *K3 FAULT
power is locked. and HV
locked
E11.13 The current monitor relay of the laser emission warning indica- HV *LASER WAR-
tor gives no feedback (laser emission warning indicator defec- locked
tive). NING LAMP
-- The maximal allowed laser power is overranged. HV *LASERPOWER

locked
LIMIT
X14.1/2 The loop current of the laser power metering is under 3,5 mA HV *POWER
(Nominal 4 - 20 mA). locked
MEASURE
X14.3/4 The loop current of the cavity pressure metering is under 3,5 Mains *PRESSURE
mA (Nominal 4 - 20 mA). and HV
locked MEASURE
-- The pressure in the vacuum vessel is not in operating range. HV *PRESSURE

locked
RANGE
E11.9 The shutter gives no or too slow feedback signals. Mains *SHUTTER
E11.10 or HV
E11.11 locked FAULT
E11.0 The thermostat S16 for monitoring the HV transformer has HV *TEMP. HV
tripped. locked
TRANSF.
E11.1 The thermostats S14 and / or S15 for monitoring the HV in the HV *TEMP. HV
control cabinet have tripped. locked
CABINET
E10.0 The thermostat S20 for monitoring the temperature of the HV *TEMP. RF
cooling water of the RF tube has tripped. locked
TUBE
E11.3 The thermostat S22 for monitoring the cooling water has HV *TEMP. WATER
tripped. locked
E10.1 The thermostats S33, S34 and / or S35 for monitoring the shut- HV *TEMP.
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ter have tripped. locked

SHUTTER
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Fault alarms:

text
E10.2 S24 (pressure switch or thermostat) for the laser beam tele- HV *TEMP./PR.
scope has tripped. locked
TELESCOPE
E10.8 Not installed HV *WATER CON-

locked
DUCTIVITY
E11.2 The flow meter S23 for monitoring the waterflow of the cooling HV *WATERFLOW
water has tripped. locked
E10.4 The flow meter S21 for monitoring the waterflow of the cooling HV *WATERFLOW
water for the RF tube has tripped. locked
RF TUBE
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Computer rack: 6.
General:
The computer controls and checks the functions of the laser. The cards 5 -
8 (digital inputs and relay outputs) control the laser.
The integrated analog interface 10 measures resonator pressure and laser
power.
The interface between computer and display / keyboard is on card 13.
Fig. 6/1:
Computer rack
1 Power supply 5 V / 5 A, 15 V / 0.5 A (Power supply for computer)

2 X40-Digital inputs (24 V)
CNC-interface: pulse selection, level selection
3 X50-Digital outputs (24 V) (Ramping generator option only)
4 X440-Digital inputs (24 V) (optional)
7 X81-Relay outputs
8 X91-Relay outputs
9 CPU - Central processing unit
10 X34-Pulse generator, control for PWM
X44-Pulse- / Ramping Generator (RPG), external control for Pulse
interface / analog signals
11 PWM; PWM-Output (BNC-connector) (PWM = Pulse width modulator)
12 X14-Analog interface laserhead
13 Serial interfaces:
X54-Serial CNC-interface
X84-Connection keyboard and display
14 19" Computer rack (3 HE = 3 height units)
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Digital inputs 24 V DC at computer rack: 6.0.1
A list of the digital inputs with their immediate status can be obtained on
the display of the digital input / output (I / O) menu.
The list will help you to check the values displayed.
Contacts Correct status Input / Description

Function
X70.1 1, if the thermostat S20 for the cooling water of the RF tube E10.0 TEMP.
has not tripped. RF TUBE
X70.2 1, if none of the thermostats S33, S34 and / or S35 of the E10.1 TEMP.
laser beam shutter or S36 has tripped. SHUTTER
X70.3 1, if S24 (pressure switch or thermostat) for the telescope E10.2 TEMP./PR.
gives no fault alarm. TELESCOPE
X70.4 1, if the dynamic pressure gauge S25 of the RF generator fan E10.3 FAN RF
measures dynamic pressure O.K. GENERATOR
X70.5 1, if the flow meter S21 measures enough cooling water flow E10.4 WATERFLOW
through the RF tube. RF TUBE
X70.6 1, if the pressure switch S26 measures enough laser gas E10.5 PRESSURE
pressure behind the pressure reducing valve at the laser LASERGAS
gas bottle.
X70.7 A door of the lasser head or an external Interlock is open. E10.6 INTERLOCK /
DOORS
X70.8 1, if the grid control of the RF tube measures no grid overcur- E10.7 GRID
rent. CURRENT
X70.9 Reserve - not used. E10.8 --
X70.10 1, if the cooling water conductivity monitoring gives no fault E10.9 WATER CON-
alarm. DUCTIVITY
X70.11 For optional ON / OFF operators panel only! E10.10 GASCHANGE
X70.12 For optional ON / OFF operators panel only! E10.11 LAMPTEST
X70.13 For optional ON / OFF operators panel only! E10.12 RESET
X70.14 1, if the key switch Mode select is in position "Automatic". E10.13 MAN/AUTO
ENABLE
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X70.15 External selection of positioning laser. E10.14 ALIGNMENT

LASER
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Contacts Correct status Input / Description
Function
X80.1 1, if the thermostat S16 for the HV transformer has not trip- E11.0 TEMP. HV
ped. TRANSF.
X80.2 1, if none of the thermostats S14 or S15 for the HV in the E11.1 TEMP. HV
control cabinet has tripped. CABINET
X80.3 1, if the flow meter S23 measures enough cooling water flow. E11.2 WATERFLOW
X80.4 1, if the thermostat S22 for the cooling water has not tripped. E11.3 TEMP. WATER
X80.5 0, if the motor circuit breaker Q3 for the filament of the RF E11.4 I > FILAMENT
tube is switched ON. (Q3)
X80.6 0, if the motor circuit breaker Q4 for the vacuum pump is E11.5 I > VACUUM
switched ON. PUMP (Q4)
X80.7 0, if the motor circuit breakers Q5 and Q6 for the fans are E11.6 I > FANS
switched ON. (Q5 / Q6)
X80.8 1, if the HV overcurrent metering measures no overcurrent. E11.7 HV OVER-

CURRENT
X80.9 1, if mains contactor K3 is switched OFF. E11.8 MAINS IS OFF

(K3)
X80.10 1, if contactor K9 measures that the shutter is CLOSED. E11.9 SHUTTER IS

CLOSED
X80.11 1, if contactor K8 indicates that the shutter will be opened. E11.10 SHUTTER K8
X80.12 1, if contactor K10 measures that the shutter is OPEN. E11.11 SHUTTER IS
OPEN
X80.13 1, if the HV contactor K1 is switched OFF. E11.12 HV IS OFF (K1)
X80.14 1, if the laser emission warning indicator is ON (warning lamp E11.13 LASER WAR-
on top of the laser head). NING LAMP
X80.15 1, if Softstart for the HV transformer is O.K. E11.14 HV

SOFTSTART
O.K.
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Relay outputs 24 V DC at computer rack: 6.0.2
A list of relay outputs with their immediate status can be displayed on the
digital input / output (I / O) menu.
Contacts Correct status Output Description
X81.2/3 Closed if shutter is enabled K32.0 SHUTTER

ENABLE
X81.4/5 Closed to switch ON the vacuum pump K32.1 VACUUM

PUMP ON
X81.6/7 Closed to switch ON the filament of the RF tube K32.2 FILAMENT ON
X81.8/9 Closed to switch ON the grid voltage for the RF tube K32.3 GRID
VOLTAGE ON
X81.10/11 Closed to switch ON the valve Y1 for laser gas filling of the K32.4 GAS FILL
vacuum vessel VALVE
X81.12/13 Closed to switch ON valve Y2 for vacuum vessel evacuation K32.5 EVACUATION
VALVE
X81.14/15 Closed for 200 ms if the shutter shall be opened via a ramping K32.6 SHUTTER
program (with optional Ramping generator only!) OPEN
X91.2/3 Closed if mains is enabled K33.0 MAINS ENABLE
X91.4/5 Closed if HV is enabled K33.1 HV ENABLE
X91.6/7 Closed if a general fault occurs K33.2 FAULT

INDICATION
X91.8/9 Control signal for the positioning laser K33.3 ALIGNMENT

LASER
X91.10/11 Closed permanently at a general fault. K33.4 FAULT LAMP

Closed periodically at laser gas exchange or vacuum test.
X91.12/13 Closed if lamp test is activated K33.5 LAMPTEST
X91.14/15 Closed if HV Softstart is activated K33.6 HV

SOFTSTART
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Interfaces to external control system: 6.1
The laser has various interfaces to an external control system. The inter-
faces are lead to connectors in the control cabinet.
External commands and messages to laser via potential-free contacts of
CNC:
Switching voltage is 230 V AC!
Function / description: Contacts:
Emergency OFF X71.1/13

When these contacts open the laser main supply is switched OFF.
Mains OFF X71.2/14

When these contacts open the laser main supply is switched OFF, or is
disabled if already OFF.
-- X71.3/15
---
Ext. interlock X71.4/16

If these contacts are open the high voltage for the laser cannot be
switched on.
High voltage OFF X71.5/17

When these contacts open the high voltage is switched OFF or is disabled
if already OFF.
High voltage ON X71.6/18

When these contacts have been closed for approx. 500 msec the high
voltage will switched ON.
High voltage will remain ON as long as contacts X71.5/17 are closed and
no fault alarms occur.
Shutter CLOSE X71.7/19

When these contacts open the shutter will CLOSE, or opening of the shut-
ter is disabled if shutter is already CLOSE.
Shutter OPEN X71.8/20

When these contacts have been closed for approx. 200 msec the shutter
will OPEN.
Premises:
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High voltage is ON
Keyswitch Mode select must be at the Automatic position
Keyswitch Shutter must be enabled
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Positioning laser X71.12/24

When these contacts have been closed, the positioning laser is switched
ON.
Note: Positioning laser is ready after approximately 1.5 seconds.
Shutter open (Computer) see drawing
Connection to switch shutter by computer. 122.700 ASP 01/3
Available with optional Ramping Generator only!
Attention - Note that the shutter then will be controlled only via the
computer-software!
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Status signals from laser to an ext. control system: 6.1.1
The interfaces are wired to terminal strip X83 in the control cabinet.
These signals are also passed via potential-free contacts of the laser.
Emergency OFF X83.1/13

Contact opens when one of the Emergency OFF buttons on the laser is
pressed.
Mains ON X83.2/14
This contact will close when the main supply is switched ON at the laser.
Chiller ON X83.3/15
This contact closes when the main power supply is switched ON at the
laser. This enables an external chiller to be switched on at the same time
than the laser.
High voltage ON X83.4/16
This contact will close when the high voltage is switched ON at the laser.
Note: Laser is ready after approximately 5 seconds.
Shutter OPEN X83.5/17

This contact will close when the shutter has opened.
Shutter CLOSED X83.6/18

This contact will close when the shutter has closed.
General fault X83.7/19

This contact will close if the computer measures a fault alarm.
Shutter CLOSED X83.8/20

This status signal is given by a positively driven contact. It is directly
placed at the shutter.
Positioning laser X83.12/24

This status signal is given by a positively driven contact. It is directly con-
trolled by the positioning laser.
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Pulse- and analog-interface X44: 6.1.2
X44 is a 16 - pole terminal strip and is located on the Pulse generator at

the computer rack.
EXT. GATE 24 V = Laser ON X44.1

EXT. GATE 15 / 5 V X44.2
Use jumper "Gate" on PCB 422 to switch between 5 V and 15 V.
EXT. GATE GND X44.3
Maximum delay for this input is 300 s (microseconds).
EXT. PULSE 15 / 5 V X44.4
Use jumper "Pulse" on PCB 422 to switch between 5 V and 15 V. If "Ext.

Pulse" is activated in the selected pulse program, this input is used for
pulsing the laser directly. X44.5
EXT. PULSE GND
INCR + 5 V Power supply voltage of incremental encoder X44.6

INCR + Positive signal from incremental encoder X44.7
INCR - Negative signal from incremental encoder X44.8
INCR. GND GND of incremental encoder X44.9
+ 10 V Power supply voltage for external potentiometer X44.10
ANALOG 1 + X44.11
0 - 10 V
ANALOG 1 X44.12
ANALOG 1 GND X44.13
ANALOG 2 + X44.14
0 - 10 V
ANALOG 2 X44.15
ANALOG 2 GND X44.16
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Serial interface TTY (20 mA); connector X54 (optional): 6.1.3
X54 is a 9-pole D-sub connector and is located at the computer rack. The
interface will be used for optional serial CNC-interface.
Digital input, terminal strip X440 (optional): 6.1.4
The digital input can be used for digital control of power levels.
CNC interface, terminal strip X40: 6.1.5

Pulse Programs - Selection by CNC
Terminal strip X40 is located at the computer rack. The signals to X40 are
processed by the software, and as a result delays of up to 1.5 msec can
occur.
These signals have opto-couplers and are rated for 24 V DC (U = 20 to 27
V, I < 12 mA).
Selection of Pulse- and Ramping Programs X40.1 bis X40.9

These signals are used for external program selection. If several select
lines are activated simultaneously, their weightings are added, so that pro-
grams can be selected in binary coded form. Pulse- or ramping program:
see X40.10.
Note: Selection of Pulse- or Ramping programs via CNC-interface on
the following pages.
Selection between Pulse- and Ramping Programs X40.10

(Available with optional Ramping Generator only!)
If this contact is 24 V, a ramping program is selected with X40.1 to X40.9.
If this contact is 0 V, a pulse program is selected with X40.1 to X40.9.
Fault RESET X40.14

This contact provides RESET of laser fault alarms from external.
Lamp test X40.15

This contact provides a lamp test (lamps on the control panel of the laser)
from external.
EXT. GND X40.16

This contact provides a common reference potential for signals X40.1 to
X40.15.
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Selection of Pulse- or Ramping programs via CNC-interface:
The contacts X40.1 - X40.9 are used for the external selection of programs
at the CNC interface connector.
Pulse- or ramping program selection is made with signal X40.10.
Programs 0 - 8 may be selected by activating individual signal lines:
Activated X40.9 X40.8 X40.7 X40.6 X40.5 X40.4 X40.3 X40.2 X40.1
signal line:
Value: 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Program no.:
0
1 x
2 x
3 x
4 x
5 x
6 x
7 x
8 x
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You may select 1 - 15 programs by activating several signal lines
simultaneously. In this case, merely the contacts X40.1, X40.2, X40.4, and
X40.8 are used; contact X40.9 is set to "0".
The sum of the values of signal lines selected indicates the number of the
selected program number:
signal line:
Value: 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Program no.:
0
1 x
2 x
3 x x
4 x
5 x x
6 x x
7 x x x
8 x
9 x x
10 x x
11 x x x
12 x x
13 x x x
14 x x x
15 x x x x
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Selection of 64 programs (binary):
Max. 64 programs are available to be selected. External selection is

explained next:
Apply a voltage of 24 V DC to contact X40.9.
Apply NO (0 V) voltage to contact X40.7 and X40.8
Use contacts X40.1 to X40.6 to select program.
The sum of the values of lines selected indicates the selected program
number:
signal line:
Value: - - - 32 16 8 4 2 1
Program no.:
0 X
1 X X
2 X X
3 X X X
4 X X
5 X X X
6 X X X
7 X X X X
8 X X
9 X X X
10 X X X
11 X X X X
12 X X X
13 X X X X
14 X X X X
15 X X X X X
16 X X
17 X X X
18 X X X
19 X X X X
20 X X X
21 X X X X
22 X X X X
23 X X X X X
24 X X X
25 X X X X
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signal line:
Value: - - - 32 16 8 4 2 1
Program no.:
26 X X X X
27 X X X X X
28 X X X X
29 X X X X X
30 X X X X X
31 X X X X X X
32 X X
33 X X X
34 X X X
35 X X X X
36 X X X
37 X X X X
38 X X X X
39 X X X X X
40 X X X
41 X X X X
42 X X X X
43 X X X X X
44 X X X X
45 X X X X X
46 X X X X X
47 X X X X X X
48 X X X
49 X X X X
50 X X X X
51 X X X X X
52 X X X X
53 X X X X X
54 X X X X X
55 X X X X X X
56 X X X X
57 X X X X X
58 X X X X X
59 X X X X X X
60 X X X X X
61 X X X X X X
62 X X X X X X
63 X X X X X X X
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Selection of 64 programs BCD (= Binary Coded Decimal code):
Max. 64 programs are available to be selected. External selection is

explained next:
Apply a voltage of 24 V DC to contact X40.8 and X40.9.
Use contacts X40.1 to X40.7 to select program.
The sum of the values of lines selected indicates the selected program
number:
signal line:
Value: - - 40 20 10 8 4 2 1
Program no.:
0
1 X X X
2 X X X
3 X X X X
4 X X X
5 X X X X
6 X X X X
7 X X X X X
8 X X X
9 X X X X
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22 X X X X
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signal line:
Value: - - 40 20 10 8 4 2 1
Program no.:
26 X X X X X
27 X X X X X X
28 X X X X
29 X X X X X
30 X X X X
31 X X X X X
32 X X X X X
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Programming 6.2
with Pulse- / Ramping Generator (optional):
Fig. 6.2/1:
1 2 3
Laser Menu
(example)
Grey marked parts of
Laser Menu only
4 available with optional
Pulse- / Ramping-
5 Generator (RPG).
7 8
9
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
On the display the current conditions of the laser are shown. Several
menus can be selected.
1
Shows current condition of mains, high voltage, laser beam shutter and
positioning laser.
2
Gives information about current working conditions and fault alarms
and messages. If High Voltage is turned on, actual laserpower is
shown.
3
Shows actual cavity gas pressure and nominal value.
4
Shows warnings.
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5
Power setting: Nominal values for laser power.
Levels analog 1 and 2 are external analog inputs.
Digital is a digital input (optional). Select level via pulse or ramping pro-
grams.
Level 1 - 3 are programmable values. They will be changed by pressing
function key F1 CHANGE LEVEL.
The preset value selected is displayed in bigger size. Text beside
shows the source of nominal value.
6
Pulse- / Ramping Generator (RPG): Shows status of Pulse Generator
and parameters of the selected pulse program.
If Ramping Generator (option) is installed, ramping parameters are
displayed.
7
SELECTION / GATE: Shows settings of selection and start of pulse and
ramping programs. The display shows the position of the key switch
Mode Select (operation via Manual- (MANUAL) or Automatic (AU-
TO)).
Setting MANUAL: Selection of programs, levels and release of dis-

charge (= laser beam ON) only possible by keyboard. Selection via
CNC - Interface is locked.
Setting AUTO: Selection of programs via CNC - interface. Release of

discharge (= laser beam ON) with signal "Ext. Gate" on Pulse
Generator (X44).
8
Changing parameters: Information about change of parameters (IN-
TERNAL or EXTERNAL) if optional serial CNC - interface is installed.
Changing is only possible in the Service / Report Menu.
Setting INTERNAL: Changing of parameters only possible by keyboard.

Selection via serial CNC - Interface is locked.
Setting EXTERNAL: Changing of parameters only via serial CNC - in-

terface.
9
Short commands: Using the corresponding function keys the listed
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Key switch on keyboard:
Depending on the position of the key switch (on keyboard) different

function keys are available.
Positions are 0, I and II. The key may be pulled out in any position. This
makes it possible for the programmer or service personnel to lock the laser
in the chosen position.
Position 0:
Parameters can not be changed exceptional level 1. The discharge (=
laser beam ON) can not be turned on with the 1 -key.
Position I:
The discharge (= laser beam ON) can be turned on with the 1 -key.
The operator can select pulse and ramping programs, change pulse
and ramping parameters and levels.
Position II:
Same as position I, additionally the Service / Report Menu can be
chosen. Only personnel knowing the Service-Codes can change laser
parameters.
Please consult ROFIN-SINAR, if you want to use this option.
Care for the observation and take notice of all safety instructions and
precautions which are prescribed for laser operation.
Caution:
Read and observe safety section 2 - 2.8 of the owners manual before
turning on the laser beam with the 1 -key!
Attention:
circuit.
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Description of short commands available in position 0, I or II of the
key switch on the keyboard:
CHANGE
LEVEL
Function key F1 to change levels 1 - 3 (Power-level).

Premise:
With option serial CNC - interface the setting of "Parameter change"
must be "INTERNAL".
In position "0" of key switch only level 1 can be changed.
Select a level using the cursor keys.
Adjust level to desired value using potentiometer or
change the selected level by keyboard and quit with RETURN, e. g.:
27.8
After pressing RETURN-key cursor goes to next level.

If only this level shall be changed, press function key F1 again to finish
input.
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PULSE
SELECT
Function key F3 to select pulse programs.

Premise:
Key switch on keyboard in position I or II and "SELECTION / GATE" on
"MANUAL".
Input window for PULSE SELECTION:
Type in pulse program-number by keyboard and quit with RETURN, e.

g.:
12
Now pulse program 12 is selected.
RAMPING
SELECT
Function key F4 to select ramping programs.

Only available with optional Pulse- / Ramping Generator (RPG).
Premise:
Key switch on keyboard in position I or II and "SELECTION / GATE" on
"MANUAL".
Input window for RAMPING SELECTION:
Type in ramping program-number by keyboard and quit with RETURN,

e. g.:
7
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Now ramping program 7 is selected.
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PULSE
PARAM.
Function key F5 to select the Pulse Parameter Menu.
RAMPING
PARAM.
Function key F6 to select the Ramp Parameter Menu.

Only available with optional Pulse- / Ramping Generator (RPG).
FAULT/
SERVICE
Function key F7 to select the Fault Alarm Menu.
POS.
LASER
Function key F8 to activate the positioning laser. If the positioning laser

is active, the text of the function key is displayed inverse.
Premise:
SELECTION / GATE: MANUAL
Note:
It takes approx. 1.5 seconds until the positioning laser is ready.
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Fig. 6.2/2:
Pulse Parameter Menu
1 (example)
3
4
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
The laser has a programmable Pulse Generator which stores 64 Pulse

Programs (pulse program-numbers: 0 - 63).
Changing of pulse parameters possible by keyboard or serial CNC - inter-
face (optional).
Selection of pulse programs by keyboard or CNC - interface (X40).
The Pulse Parameter Menu is divided up into 4 areas:
1
Names of columns of pulse parameters:
No. number of pulse program
L-MAX maximum pulse level
L-SC. displays source for scaling the pulse level
FREQ. pulse frequency
DUTY duty cycle
P-MODE pulse mode
BURST display of burst time in milliseconds;
BURST 0 = continuous mode
H-TIME displays the computed pulse duration or the source which
controls the pulse duration
2
Simultaneous display of 16 from 64 pulse programs. The number of the
selected pulse program is displayed inverse.
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3
Shows warning if changing of pulse parameters is locked.
4
Description of short commands of Pulse Parameter Menu:
LASER
Function key to select Laser Menu.
CHANGE
DATA
Function key to change selected pulse programs:

First you have to select the number of the pulse program with the
cursor keys.
After pressing function key F6 the selected pulse program will be
framed and the function keys switch to other short commands (Fig.
6.2/3).
PAGE
-
Function key to display the previous 8 pulse programs of the listing.
PAGE
+
Function key to display the next 8 pulse programs of the listing.

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Fig. 6.2/3:
Pulse Parameter
Change Menu
(example)
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
Pulse Parameter Change Menu after pressing function key F6 CHANGE

DATA in the Pulse Parameter Menu (Fig. 6.2/2).
EXT.
PULSE
Function key to activate external pulse input (X44) in the selected pulse
program.
The same function can be released by putting value "19" into column
"P-MODE".
CW
Function key to activate CW-Mode. Duty cycle setting is fixed to 100 %.

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UPDATE
DATA
Function key to save the edited data.

Copy function: If you change the pulse program-number, the data will
be written into the pulse program with the new number.
RESTORE
DATA
Function key to cancel changes. Changes you made but not saved yet
will not be saved.
CLEAR
DATA
Function key to clear the selected data in columns Frequency, Duty

cycle and Burst time. All values in these columns become zero. You
can return this function by pressing function key F6 RESTORE DATA.
Hints for changing pulse programs:
After pressing function key F6 CHANGE DATA in the Pulse Parameter

Menu (Fig. 6.2/2) the Pulse Parameter Change Menu will appear. The
cursor is in column "L-MAX" of the Pulse Parameter Change Menu (Fig.
6.2/3).
With cursor keys | and | you can change from column to column.
Cursor keys and move cursor in one column.
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You may change values of the following columns:

Lock and seal off the system accordingly until the alignment has be
completed. Clearly mark the alignment work, for example, by setting
up warning plates.
No.
Column for pulse program-number.
Copy function: If you change the pulse program-number, the data will
be written into the pulse program with the new number.
L-MAX:
Pulse level within the borders: 0.0 - 100.0 %.
If you program a value > 0 into column "L-SC.", then in column "L-MAX"
the maximum possible pulse level is displayed. The maximum possible
pulse level will only be reached, when the source for scaling (L-SC.) is
at 100 %.
L-SC.:
Pulse level (PL) source for scaling the pulse level.
Coding of Resulting pulse level:

column "L-SC.": (L = L-MAX)
0 : Fix l=L
1 : A1 l = L * A1
2 : A2 l = L * A2
3 : Di l = L * Di
4 : L1 l = L * L1
5 : L2 l = L * L2
6 : L3 l = L * L3
7 : A1d I = A1
8 : A2d I = A2
Note:
A1d and A2d are connected directly analog. L-MAX is 100 % therefore.
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FREQ.:
Pulse frequency within the borders: 8 - 5000 Hz.
Special value: 0
Input of value "0" means "No Pulses". Duty cycle will be set to 0 %
automatically.
You can use this feature to move a X / Y-table without laser power (with
activated Gate).
DUTY:
Duty cycle = programming the ON duration of pulses in %.
Attention:
There is no special function for CW-Mode! You will get CW-Mode
by input duty cycle 100 % or pressing function key F3 "CW".
The laser power will than be programmed with the pulse level.
Borders:
Minimal duty cycle is the smallest allowed pulse duration (Th) of
0.026 msec. (26 s).
E. g.: If pulse frequency is 1000 Hz, minimal duty cycle is 2.6 %.
Maximum duty cycle is 100 %.
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P-MODE:
Pulse mode. Coding of column "P-MODE":
Code: resulting pulse function:
0 : NP Fix f = F; d=D
1 : ND(A1) f = F; d = D * A1
2 : ND(A2) f = F; d = D * A2
3 : ND(Di) f = F; d = D * Di
4 : ND(L1) f = F; d = D * L1
5 : ND(L2) f = F; d = D * L2
6 : ND(L3) f = F; d = D * L3
7 : NF(A1) Th = D / F; f = F * A1
8 : NF(A2) Th = D / F; f = F * A2
9 : NF(Di) Th = D / F; f = F * Di
10 : NF(L1) Th = D / F; f = F * L1
11 : NF(L2) Th = D / F; f = F * L2
12 : NF(L3) Th = D / F; f = F * L3
13 : NT(A1) Th = D / F; Tl = (10 - 9 * A1 - D) / F
14 : NT(A2) Th = D / F; Tl = (10 - 9 * A2 - D) / F
15 : NT(Di) Th = D / F; Tl = (10 - 9 * Di - D) / F
16 : NT(L1) Th = D / F; Tl = (10 - 9 * L1 - D) / F
17 : NT(L2) Th = D / F; Tl = (10 - 9 * L2 - D) / F
18 : NT(L3) Th = D / F; Tl = (10 - 9 * L3 - D) / F
19 : NP EXT f = EXT d = EXT
Pulse mode 0: FIX (fixed value)

At pulse mode 0 pulse frequency and duty cycle will be set directly by
the programmed values in the columns "FREQ." AND "DUTY".
Pulse mode 19: EXT (pulse external)

At pulse mode 19 the external pulse input (X44 Pin 4 and 5) will be re-
leased.
Explanation of abbreviations:
Terms:
F: programmed pulse frequency
D: programmed duty cycle
Th Tl
L: programmed pulse level
f: resulting pulse frequency Pulse level
d: resulting duty cycle
l: resulting pulse level
Th : pulse duration
Tl : pulse pause 00
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T: Th + Tl = 1 / f T=1/f
L1L3 : level 13
A1 / A2 : analog input 1 / 2
Di : digital input
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P-MODE 1 - 6: Feature "Duty cycle external":
Fig. 6.2/4:
100
Duty cycle [% of D]
50
Minimal value at f = 2.6 kHz
0
0 50 100
External input [%]
Fig. 6.2/5:
Analog- or digital input
1/f
At a fixed pulse frequency (F) the duty cycle is determined by an exter-

nal analog or digital input or a level.
Duty cycle is changing linear from minimal allowed value for pro-
grammed pulse frequency up to the programmed value in column "DU-
TY".
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P-MODE 7 - 12:
Feature "Constant pulse duration, frequency external":
At a fixed pulse duration (Th) the pulse frequency is changing linear to

a external analog or digital input or a level.
Effect: You can use the laser for cutting with constant pulse energy per
path length if a CNC with a proportional velocity output is installed.
The values in columns "FREQ." and "DUTY" determine the pulse dura-
tion.
Fig. 6.2/6:
100
Duty cycle [% of D]
50
Minimal pulse frequency at f = 8 Hz
0
0 50 100
External input [%]
Fig. 6.2/7:
D/F
Th = D / F
allowed value for F are: 8 - 5000 Hz
The pulse duration (Th) can be determined from 0.026 msec. to

125 msec.
Pulse frequency and duty cycle are linear from the minimal pulse fre-
quency to the programmed values in columns "FREQ." and "DUTY".
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P-MODE 13 - 18:
Feature "Constant pulse duration, OFF - time external":
At fixed pulse duration (Th) the pulse pause (TI) will be changed linear
to an external analog or digital input or a level.
The values in columns "FREQ." and "DUTY" determine the pulse dura-
tion.
Fig. 6.2/8:
D/F
Th = D / F
allowed values for F: 8 - 5000 Hz
The pulse duration (Th) can be determined from 0.026 msec. to

125 msec.
Input 0 %: Tl = (10 - D) / F
Input 100 %: Tl = (1 - D) / F
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Fig. 6.2/13:
Ramping Parameter-
1 Menu (example)
4
5
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
Ramping Generator:
Key features:
Graphic diagram of ramping curve
Repeat function (Loop) for segment welding
The Laser is equipped with a programmable Ramping Generator, which

can store up to 64 pulse programs (program numbers: 0 - 63). The ramping
parameters are entered using the keyboard.
Selecting ramping programs is possible using the keyboard or an external
CNC control connected to the corresponding interface.
The ramping programs contain max. 7 segments. They are displayed on
the display. Additionally you can program a number of repetitions (Loop)
between two segments.
The Ramping Generator also has:

a programmable laser beam shutter and
6 programmable digital outputs for commands to the processing
machine.
Fig. 6.2/13 shows an example of the Ramping Parameter Menu.
The Ramping Parameter Menu is divided up into 5 areas:
1
Power diagram (Level * duty cycle) and program number.
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2
Table of values:
Level 0.0 - 100.0 %
Time / Increment 0 - 65535 ms / Incr.
You can change these values by using keyboard and cursor keys.
3
Display programming of laser beam shutter and digital outputs 1 - 6.
Programming:
With cursor keys and you can change from segment to segment.
Cursor keys and move cursor in one segment up and down.
0 (zero) = laser beam shutter CLOSE, output OFF
1 = laser beam shutter OPEN, output ON
SPACE = toggle between 0 and 1
= laser beam shutter OPEN or
= digital output 1 - 6 ON
4
Premises for the whole ramp:
L-SC.: Code for the source of scaling of the ramp curve:
0 = Fix
1 = Analog 1
2 = Analog 2
3 = Digital input
4 = Level 1
5 = Level 2
6 = Level 3
FREQ.: Pulse frequency ( 0 or 8 - 5000 Hz)
DUTY: Duty cycle (0.0 - 100.0 %)
P-MODE: Coding of pulse mode, see pulse programs
REPEAT: Repetition counter (0 - 65535)
START: Start for repetitions
STOP: End for repetitions
5
The short commands of Fig. 6.2/13 are displayed in key switch position
"0". Editing is disabled. To edit values, the key switch has to be in
position "I" or "II". Lock the key switch in position "0" to prevent your
programs from changing or misuse.
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Description of short commands:
PROGR.
SELECT
Function key to select a ramping program.
CHANGE
DATA
Function key to change the selected ramping program.
LASER
Function key to select the Laser Menu.
PROGRAM
-
Function key to select the previous ramping program of the listing.
PROGRAM
+
Function key to select the next ramping program of the listing.

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Fig. 6.2/14:
Ramping Parameter
Change Menu
(example)
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
After pressing function key CHANGE DATA in the Ramping Parameter

Menu (Fig. 6.2/13) you will find the following short commands:
TIME/
INCR.
Function key to change between time-input in msec (milliseconds) or in

increments for the segment the cursor is.
CW
Function key to select CW-mode. The duty cycle will be determined to

100 %.
CLEAR
DATA
Function key to reset all values to "0". This function may be cancelled
with function key RESTORE DATA.
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RESTORE
DATA
Function key to cancel changes. Changes you made but not saved yet
will not be saved.
UPDATE
DATA
Function key to store the edited values.

Copy function: If you change a program-number, the data will be
written into the program with the new number.
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Fig. 6.2/15:
1 2 Digital Input / Output
Menu (example)
3
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
The Digital Input / Output (I/O) Menu is divided up into 3 areas:
1
Display of the inputs of a digital input card.
2
Display of the outputs of a digital output card.
3
Short commands: using the corresponding function keys the listed
Explanation of short commands of the Digital Input / Output Menu:
NEXT
INPUT
Function key to select the next digital input card.
NEXT
OUTPUT
Function key to select the next digital output card.

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SERVICE
/REPORT
(Key switch in position II)

Function key to select the Service / Report Menu.
LASER
FAULT
DISP.
Function key to select the Fault Alarm Menu.

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Fig. 6.2/16 a:
Service / Report Menu
(example)
1 3
4
2 5
6
7
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
Service / Report Menu. For safety reasons only ROFIN-SINAR service-

personal or specially trained persons may change the preset laser
parameters. To be able to change these parameters you have to know
specific Service-Codes.
1
Display of the operating time and the cycles of the listed components.
2
Display all available options.
3
Displays nominal value of gas pressure and evacuation and gas fill
times of the vacuum vessel (cavity, resonator). The gas pressure is
fixed by ROFIN-SINAR.
This gasflow rate guarantees the laser-specifications which are listed in
section 8 technical data of this operating manual.
4
Display Shutter Report; shows the open- and close time of the laser
beam shutter.
5
Laser data.
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6
Displays software-revisions of both microprocessors in the computer.
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7
Explanation of the short commands of the Service / Report Menu:
VACUUM
TEST
Function key to switch Vacuum Test-Function ON or OFF.
GAS
CHANGE
Function key to start the laser gas exchange mode. The laser gas in the
vacuum vessel should be replaced every 24 hours. To do so, press the
function key GAS CHANGE of the Service / Report Menu (fig. 6.2/16
a).
CHANGE
DATA
Function key to change parameters. After pressing, the menu for the
Service-Code is displayed.
For safety reasons only ROFIN-SINAR service-personal or specially trained

persons may change the preset laser parameters. To be able to change
these parameters you must know specific Service-Codes.
Type in the Service-Code.

Press the function key of the parameter you want to change.
Change the parameter with the keyboard.
Press function key "CHANGE DATA" or - key (RETURN) to finish
inputs.
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PARAM.
INT/EXT
Available with option Serial CNC - interface only: Function key to select
from where parameters can be changed.
INT:
By keyboard only
EXT:
By Serial CNC - interface only
Safety rules for tooling the machine:

Pull off the key of the key switch on the keyboard of the laser in po-
sition "0" after setting parameters!
Lock the machine during tool setting time and sign the tool setting
for example with a danger signal.
SERVICE
/ANALOG
Function key to select the Service Analog Menu.
LASER

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Fig. 6.2/16 b:
Service / Analog Menu
(example)
1 2
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
Service / Analog Menu.
1
Displays limitation of maximum laserpower and balancing values.
2
Displays actual measured analog values for balancing purposes (for
ROFIN-SINAR Service personnel only).
3
Explanation of the short commands of the Service / Analog Menu:
FAULT
DISP.
Function key to select the Fault Alarm Menu.

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Fig. 6.2/17:
Fault Alarm Menu
(example)
1
2
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8
The Fault Alarm Menu is divided up into 2 areas:
1
Display of fault alarms.
2
Description of short commands of Fault Alarm Menu:
CNC IF
FAULTS
With option Serial CNC - interface only!

Informations given only to ROFIN-SINAR Service or specially trained
personnel.
SERVICE
/REPORT
Function key to select Service / Report Menu.

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LASER
Function key to select Laser Menu.
DIG.
I/O
Function key to select Digital Input / Output Menu.

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Maintenance - generally: 7.
General safety instructions for maintenance work:
Attention!
The maintenance and repair of this laser must be performed only by
specially trained personnel who have received instruction concer-
ning the hazards involved in its operation. "Instruction" also means
reading this manual, particularly sections 2 - 2.8!
Attention!
during any type of maintenance work on the laser! Observe section
"Switching the laser OFF".
Always wear laser goggles at maintenance work!

The specification of the laser goggles for this laser you will find in
section 2.7.
Safe the laser from being switched ON by locking the Mains

switch with a padlock while working on it.
Warning:
Always check the capacitors C1 and C2 of the HV power supply
before any work in the high voltage (HV) area of the laser head or
the control cabinet. They must be discharged totally.
Maintenance work:
during any type of maintenance work on the laser!
Warning:
Before beginning maintenance or repair work: check that there is no
voltage!
It is absolutely essential to follow the safety instructions given in

section 2 - 2.8 of this manual!
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Maintenance intervals, maintenances and checks: 7.1
Maintenance intervals: Maintenances / checks: Section:
Once a day 1. Check shutter unit - shutter 7.5

opens and closes
2. Exchange of gas 6.2
Once a week 1. Check external cooling water 4.2

circulation
2. Check oil level on vacuum 7.3
pump
3. Check filling level of internal 7.6
cooling water circulation
4. Check pressure in the laser 7.4.1
gas cylinder 7.4.2
5. Note the values displayed in -.-
the RUNTIME REPORT field
in the Service / Report menu.
6. Check the laser head and con- -.-
trol cabinet for cooling water
leakage and contamination.
After 2000 hours or Inform ROFIN-SINAR Service. -.-
after 6 months ROFIN-SINAR recommends a
preventive maintenance to en-
sure a high availability of the
laser.
After 6000 hours or Inform ROFIN-SINAR Service. -.-
after12 months ROFIN-SINAR recommends
you to carry out the necessary
maintenance for the laser.
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Laser resonator: 7.2
The laser resonator is maintenance free. It is fine adjusted and sealed at

ROFIN-SINAR. Further adjusting is not necessary!
Call for ROFIN-SINAR Service when the laser beam quality or laser output
power has changed. This may happen for example after transporting the
laser head or long term operation of the laser.
Attention!
The resonator cover is only allowed to be removed by ROFIN-SINAR
service personnel. The screws on the resonator cover are not
allowed to be changed!
Fig. 7.2/1:
1 2
The screw fitting in the
resonator cover with
screws and springs
1 Correct
2 Wrong
Note:
The resonator cover seals the vacuum vessel. It is retained by
6 screws M6 x 50 and springs (1). The screws are not allowed to be
replaced with shorter screws (2)!
The springs ensure a carefully directed pressure compensation in the
event of an overpressure in the vacuum vessel owing to a fault.
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Vacuum pump: 7.3
Fig. 7.3/1:
1 2
Vacuum pump
1 Oil fill plug
2 Oil sight glass and
oil level label
Oil quality:
Use only specific synthetic oil VE 68 (ROFIN-SINAR material - no.:

830 50 38) for the vacuum pump.
The necessary working life of mineral oil in the vacuum pump can
not be guaranteed because of the longterm service intervals of the
CO2 - Slab - Laser.
Oil level check:
Check the oil level regularly

Check when vacuum pump is OFF
The oil level has to be between 3/4 or max. at the oil level label near
the oil sight glass
Add oil when the vacuum pump is OFF! Note the oil quality!
Oil change / Change of exhaust filter:
Oil and vacuum pump exhaust filter will be changed at the normal la-
ser maintenance intervals by ROFIN-SINAR Service personnel.
Note: The vacuum pump of the CO2 - Slab - Laser has no oil filter.
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Laser gas bottle: 7.4
For the operation of CO2 slab lasers by ROFIN-SINAR a Premix laser gas
is used. The Premix laser gas contains, among other gases, a 6 percent
volume of CO - gas (Carbon monoxide). The laser gas bottle contains
1500 Nl (Nl = standard liters) Premix laser gas on delivery. 6 percent of
this is CO, that is 90 Nl.
CO gas in high concentrations represents a potential hazard.
The other components of the Premix laser gas (94 %) are helium (He),
nitrogen (N), carbon dioxide (CO2) and xenon (Xe). These gases do not
represent a potential hazard.
To fill the vacuum vessel of the laser, 7 Nl of Premix laser gas are
required. CO represents < 0.5 Nl of this. Before a refill is done, the laser
gas is blown out of the vacuum vessel into the ambient air of the work-
room.
Refer to the rules and regulations of your country regarding physical and
biological limit values of CO in the ambient air.
Operators of a CO2 slab laser are obliged to acquaint themselves
with potential hazards by considering the conditions on site and
taking necessary precautions.
Have a good ventilation in your work space and do not vent or open
the laser gas bottle!
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Pressure in the laser gas bottle - Check: 7.4.1
Fig. 7.4.1/1:
1 Tube to the vacuum
vessel
2 2 Display for pressure in
the laser gas bottle
ROFIN DC 0XX 1 (high pressure)
3 3 Pressure reducer
4 Display for laser gas
4 pressure to the vacuum
vessel
(low pressure)
Check 1 x per week - Pressure in the laser gas bottle:
If the pressure in the laser gas bottle is < 30 bars, a new laser gas
bottle should be ordered.
If the pressure in the laser gas bottle is < 30 bars, a warning signal will
be displayed on the display of the Controller Terminal (optional). You
should now order a new laser gas bottle.
The exact order description is: PREMIX ROFIN DC 0XX (see section
7.4.3 laser gas bottle - order)
Check (tightness) after the Laser Gas Bottle Change:
Make absolutely certain to check that the screws are tight after
exchanging the laser gas bottle according to section 7.4.2!
Switch off the high voltage with push button S3 (High voltage OFF).
Open the right - hand side (when looking in the direction of the laser
beam) of the plastic laser housing.
Close the laser gas cylinder valve.
Read the pressure in the laser gas cylinder on the pressure display (2)
or in the Service / Report menu (optional). Make a note of the value.
Close the right - hand side of the plastic laser housing.
Note: the laser can continue to be operated.
The normal pressure loss ist 0.5 bars / hour.
Read the pressure in the laser gas cylinder on the display (2) (e.g.
after 10 hours = 5 bars). If the pressure loss is > 5 bars there is a leak
in the system!
Retighten all the screws which were loosened during the laser gas
bottle change.
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Recheck again for tightness.
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Laser gas bottle - Change: 7.4.2
Laser gas bottle - Change when the laser gas pressure < 10 bars:
Switch the laser off (Section 5.2.3).
Close the valve of the laser gas bottle.
Unscrew and remove the pressure reducer (3) (Fig. 7.4.1/1) from the
laser gas bottle.
Secure the laser gas bottle with the protective cap.
Untighten the clamp holding the laser gas bottle and lift the laser gas
bottle out of the laser housing.
Place the new laser gas bottle into the laser housing. Refasten the
clamp for the laser gas bottle.
Mounting the pressure reducer:
Remount the pressure reducer (3) (Fig. 7.4.1/1) onto the laser gas
bottle.
After mounting the pressure reducer:

Press pushbutton F2 "GAS CHANGE" in the Service / Report Menu to
remove any impurities. Effect this procedure twice.
Note: If the screw connections between the laser gas bottle and
the pressure reducer are not tight laser gas will escape into the
surrounding atmosphere!
Check for tightness according to Section 7.4.1.
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Laser gas bottle - Order: 7.4.3
Please order here:
ROFIN-SINAR, INC.
45701 Mast Street
Tel.: (313) 455 - 5400

Fax: (313) 455 - 5587
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Laser beam shutter: 7.5
Shutter (Fig. 7.5/1 and 7.5/2):
General points:
When an opening impulse is triggered, the rotary solenoid (2) turns the wa-
ter cooled shutter blade (5) out of the laser beam path.
Two springs installed in the rotary solenoid and its dead weight holds the
shutter blade in the CLOSED position.
In the CLOSED position the laser beam is reflected into the absorber (3) by
the shutter blade.
Fault alarms are provided for:
shutter power supply fault
temperature of absorber, shutter blade and / or rotary solenoid is too
high
shutter OPEN and / or shutter CLOSE times (monitored by 2 inductive
sensors (4, 6) are too long (> 200 msec)
Additionally the shutter unit is provided with a position switch (pos. 10 in

Fig. 7.5/2) which is actuated by the shutter blade. To switch high voltage
on, the shutter blade must be closed.
The functioning of the shutter is constantly monitored. If there is an error, a

fault alarm is displayed on the display and the high voltage is automatically
switched OFF.
Warning:
Check the function of the shutter regularly each time before you start
the laser!
The shutter will be maintenanced at the normal laser maintenance intervals

by ROFIN-SINAR Service personnel.
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Fig. 7.5/1:
3
Shutter
1 Laser beam direction
2 Rotary solenoid
4
3 Absorber (laser beam
dump)
4 Inductive sensor
5 Shutter blade
6 Inductive sensor
5
7 --
6
1
Laser
Fig. 7.5/2:
3 9
Shutter, other point of
view
3 Absorber (laser beam
dump)
5 Shutter blade
8 Rotary direction
10
of shutter blade
8
9 Shock absorber
10 Position switch
11 Shock absorber
5 11
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Internal cooling water circuit: 7.6
Internal cooling water circuit (cooling water circuit for RF - tube in the 1
laser head):
Check cooling water (internal cooling water circuit): MAX.

Service interval: 1 time per week
Switch the laser OFF.
Open the plastic panelling of the laser head. MIN.
Check the level of the cooling water of the internal cooling water circuit
at the ion exchange cartridge (Fig. 7.6/1).
The cooling water level in the ion exchange cartridge must be be-
tween MAX. and MIN. (Fig. 7.6/1).
Replenish cooling water (internal cooling water circuit):

Unscrew the locking screw (1) at the filler opening of the ion exchange
cartridge and remove it. Fig. 7.6/1:
Use only cooling water of ROFIN-SINAR cooling water - specification Ion exchange cartridge
(section 4.2.1) for the internal cooling water circuit. 1 Locking screw for
Tighten the locking screw (1). cooling water filler
Call ROFIN-SINAR if the cooling water of the internal cooling water cir- opening
cuit must replenished more than one time in 4 weeks.
Before transport, storage (danger of frost action) etc.:

Drain off the cooling water (internal cooling water circuit):
cartridge and remove it.
Take the cooling water draining hose (No. 55) and open the vent plug
(the end of the hose is under the vacuum pump). Insert the end of the
hose in a vessel.
Untie the hose clip of the thicker hose at the cooling water pump of the
laser and pull the hose away from it.
Blow compressed air into the hose nozzle of the cooling water pump
and into the hose. Cooling water volume: approx. 2 liters.
Before transport, storage etc.: Do not rinse lines with anti-freezing
compound!
Put the hose onto the hose nozzle of the cooling water pump again
and secure it with the hose clip.
Seal the vent plug on hose No. 55.
Tighten the locking screw (1).
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Replenish cooling water (internal cooling water circuit):
cartridge and remove it.
Filling capacity: ca. 2 liters.
Use only cooling water of ROFIN-SINAR cooling water - specification
(section 4.2.1) for the internal cooling water circuit.
Switch the laser ON to start the cooling water pump for a short time.
Switch the laser OFF.
(section 4.2.1) for the internal cooling water circuit.
Repeat these points until ca. 2 liters of cooling water is filled into the
internal cooling water circuit and no air bubbles are rising in the ion
exchange cartridge any more.
The cooling water level in the ion exchange cartridge must be be-
tween MAX. and MIN. (Fig. 7.6/1).
Tighten the locking screw (1).
Check the level of the cooling water in the ion exchange cartridge
again after 4 hours.
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External cooling water circuit: 7.7
External cooling water circuit (laser head and control cabinet):
Check of cooling water and filter for cooling water (ext. cooling
water circuit):
Service interval: every 3 months
The cooling water must be free of algae and clean.
The filter for the cooling water must be free of contamination.
Check the level of the cooling water of the external cooling water cir-
cuit at your refrigerator.
(section 4.2.1) for the external cooling water circuit.
Change of cooling water (external cooling water circuit):

Service interval: 1 time per year
Draining the cooling water (external cooling water circuit):

Untie the hose clips of the hoses at laser head and heat exchanger of
control cabinet and pull the hoses away.
Before transport, storage etc.: Rinse lines with an anti-freezing
compound! Before starting the laser: Wash out all anti-freezing
compound!
Blow out all cooling water (or anti-freezing compound) with com-
pressed air from laser head and heat exchanger of control cabinet.
Disposal of cooling water must be conducted according to all local,
State and Federal Rules and Regulations.
Replenish cooling water (external cooling water circuit):

Before starting the laser: Wash out all anti-freezing compound!
Connecting the refrigerator to the laser:
Put the cooling water hoses to the fittings of laser head and heat ex-
changer of control cabinet and secure them with hose clips.
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Spare parts and accessories / 7.8
ROFIN-SINAR Adresses:
You can obtain the desired spare part or accessory from ROFIN-SINAR un-
der specification of the order number
Designation: Order
number:
Oil for vacuum pump (VE 68) 8 305 038
Lamp for laser warning lamp 710 790
Laser safety goggles (wavelength of 10.6 m) 8 310 005

Lense paper 8 309 000
Cotton wool sticks 8 200 010
Any inquiries regarding the contents of this operating manual or the laser
itself should be directed to:
ROFIN-SINAR Laser GmbH or ROFIN-SINAR Laser GmbH

Berzeliusstrae 83 P.O. Box 74 03 60
D - 22113 Hamburg D - 22093 Hamburg
Germany Germany
Tel.: 49 - (0) - 40 - 733 63 - 0 E - Mail: [email protected]

Fax: 49 - (0) - 40 - 733 63 - 160 Internet: http://www.rofin.com
ROFIN-SINAR, INC.
45701 Mast Street
Tel.: (313) 455 - 5400

Fax: (313) 455 - 5587
or your OEM supplier

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Technical specifications ROFIN DC 010: 8.
Laser beam data:
Wavelength: 10.6 m
Excitation: Radio Frequency (RF)
Output power:
Guaranteed: 1000 W
Range (typical): 100 - 1000 W
Stability: 2 % (24 h) (Cooling water T 1 K)
Laser beam quality:
Diameter: < 25 mm
Beam quality factor: K > 0.8
Divergence: < 0.5 mrad full angle
(distances up to 10 m; values for distances over
10 meters are obtainable from ROFIN-SINAR on
request)
Pointing stability: 0.15 mrad (EN ISO 11145)
Polarization: linear, 45 relative to the horizontal plane
Pulse generator (optional):
Frequency: 0 or 8 - 5000 Hz
Width: 26 s - CW
Ramping generator (optional):
Level: 0.0 - 100.0 %

Time / Increment: 0 - 65535 ms / Incr.
Frequency: 8 - 5000 Hz
Duty cycle: 0.0 - 100.0 %
Laser gas:
Laser gas: ROFIN-SINAR Special - Premix

Consumption: < 0.3 Nl / h (Nl = liter)
Laser gas exchange
interval: > 24 h
Mode: semi - automatic
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Laserversion: ROFIN DC 010
Dimensions:
Laser head: (L) 1700 mm

(W) 800 mm
(H) 853 mm
Control cabinet: (W) 800 mm

(D) 600 mm
(H) 1900 mm
Compact control cabinet (optional): see section 8.4
Weights:
Laser head: approx. 500 kg

Control cabinet: approx. 570 kg
External control facilities:
Commands from external control system / control panel

Status signals to external control system
CNC interface
External pulse interface
External analog signals
Electrical ratings:
The provision of a main power supply is the responsibility of the

customer.
Voltage: 3 x 230 / 400 V 10 % or
3 x 277 / 480 V 10 %;
50 or 60 Hz; PE
(other operating voltages: optional)
Connected load: approx. 20 kVA
Max. current
consumption: < 35 A / < 30 A
Fuses: 63 A NH
Cooling water (external circuit):
Water quality: demineralized water

Max. conductivity
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after addition of
corrosion inhibitors: < 1000 S / cm
Impurities: 100 m
For more cooling water hints see operating manual
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Cooling water circuit (external):
Laser head: The cooling water connection fittings are located

at the connection plate. The fittings are
dimensioned to fit 1" plastic tubing. The tubes
are placed over the connectors and secured with
clamps.
Control cabinet: The cooling water connection fittings with 1/4"
inside thread and connectors for plastic tubing
with 10 - 11 mm inside diameter are located at
the heat exchanger. The plastic tubes are placed
over the connectors and secured with clamps.
Minimal flow rate: 3000 l / h (laser head)

800 l / h (control cabinet)
Refrigeration
capacity: 18 kW
Supply pressure: 6000 hPa (6 bars)
Pressure drop: 3000 hPa (3 bars)
Backwash pressure: 1500 hPa (1.5 bars)
Temperature: 19 C to 27 C (must be above dew point!)
Recommended
temperature: 20 C to 22 C
Temperature
tolerance: 1K
Inert gas specifications:
Inert gas supply fittings are provided on the connection side of the laser
head and are dimensioned to fit 4K plastic tubing. The tubes are placed
over the fittings and secured with union nuts.
Nitrogen:
Purity: 4.6
Pressure: 3800 to 5300 hPa (3.8 to 5.3 bars)
(all pressure specifications related to atmos-
phere)
Flow rate: 4 l / min (factory adjusted by ROFIN-SINAR)
or
Compressed air:
Oil: 0.005 mg / m3
Water: 0.05 g / m3
Permissible
filter pore size: 0.05 m
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phere)
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DEMO VERSION
The compressed air which is used to flush the laser beam telescope
must correspond to this specification!
Oil and water free compressed air is seldom available from a factory air
supply! Factory air supplies are often contaminated by oil and water.
This will damage the telescope optics. Ask ROFIN-SINAR for informa-
tions to separate the compressed air.
Ambient conditions:
Operation:
Temperature: + 5 C + 40 C
Relative air humidity: 50 % at 40 C, 90 % at 20 C
Storage:
Temperature (with
antifreeze compound): - 25 C + 55 C
Positioning laser (optional): 8.1
The positioning laser is a Class 2 laser.

With Class 2 laser equipment the eyes are adequately protected by
the natural eyelid closure reflex, provided visual contact with the
beam is brief.
Avoid intentionally looking at the beam!
It is mandatory to wear protective goggles for the frequency of the
positioning laser beam while you are working with it!
Important:

received special instructions by the laser supplier in accordance with
the occupational safety laws currently in force and the requirements
specified by the relevant professional organizations.
The positioning laser has a compact, low - wattage laser diode. It emits a
visible red laser beam.
As the beam path is clearly visible, the positioning laser can be used to
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align the external laser beam guides and allows the workpiece to be pre-
cisely positioned.
The positioning laser is activated by a function key on the controller termi-

nal or via an interface.
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Laser beam data:
Wavelength: 10.6 m
Output power:
Guaranteed: 1500 W
Laser beam quality:
Diameter: < 25 mm
request)
Width: 26 s - CW
Level: 0.0 - 100.0 %

Duty cycle: 0.0 - 100.0 %
Laser gas:
Laser gas: ROFIN-SINAR Special-Premix

Laser gas exchange
interval: > 24 h
Mode: semi-automatic
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Dimensions:

(W) 800 mm
(H) 853 mm

(D) 600 mm
(H) 1900 mm
Weights:


CNC interface
Electrical ratings:

customer.
Voltage: 3 x 230 / 400 V 10 % or
3 x 277 / 480 V 10 %;
50 or 60 Hz; PE
Max. current
Fuses: 63 A NH

Max. conductivity
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after addition of
Impurities: 100 m
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clamps.

Refrigeration
capacity: 24 kW
Recommended
Temperature
tolerance: 1K
Nitrogen:
Purity: 4.6
phere)
or
Compressed air:
Oil: 0.005 mg / m3
Water: 0.05 g / m3
Permissible
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phere)
8 3
DEMO VERSION
Ambient conditions:
Operation:
Storage:
Temperature (with

beam is brief.
Important:

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cisely positioned.

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Laser beam data:
Wavelength: 10.6 m
Output power:
Guaranteed: 2000 W
Laser beam quality:
Diameter: < 25 mm
request)
Width: 26 s - CW
Level: 0.0 - 100.0 %

Duty cycle: 0.0 - 100.0 %
Laser gas:

Laser gas exchange
interval: > 24 h
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Dimensions:

(W) 800 mm
(H) 853 mm

(D) 600 mm
(H) 1900 mm
Weights:


CNC interface
Electrical ratings:

customer.
Voltage: 3 x 230 / 400 V 10 % or
3 x 277 / 480 V 10 %;
50 or 60 Hz; PE
Max. current
Fuses: 80 A NH

Max. conductivity
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after addition of
Impurities: 100 m
8 2

at the connection plate. The fittings are dimen-
sioned to fit 1" plastic tubing. The tubes are
placed over the connectors and secured with
clamps.

Refrigeration
capacity: 28 kW
Recommended
Temperature
tolerance: 1K
Nitrogen:
Purity: 4.6
phere)
or
Compressed air:
Oil: 0.005 mg / m3
Water: 0.05 g / m3
Permissible
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phere)
8 3
Ambient conditions:
Operation:
Storage:
Temperature (with

beam is brief.
Important:

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cisely positioned.

8 4
Laser beam data:
Wavelength: 10.6 m
Output power:
Guaranteed: 2500 W
Laser beam quality:
Diameter: < 25 mm
request)
Width: 26 s - CW
Level: 0.0 - 100.0 %

Duty cycle: 0.0 - 100.0 %
Laser gas:

Laser gas exchange
interval: > 24 h
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Dimensions:

(W) 800 mm
(H) 853 mm

(D) 600 mm
(H) 1900 mm
Weights:


CNC interface
Electrical ratings:

customer.
Voltage: 3 x 230 / 400 V 10 % or
3 x 277 / 480 V 10 %;
50 or 60 Hz; PE
Max. current
Fuses: 80 A NH

Max. conductivity
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after addition of
Impurities: 100 m
8 2

clamps.

Refrigeration
capacity: 35 kW
Recommended
Temperature
tolerance: 1K
Nitrogen:
Purity: 4.6
phere)
or
Compressed air:
Oil: 0.005 mg / m3
Water: 0.05 g / m3
Permissible
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phere)
8 3
DEMO VERSION
Ambient conditions:
Operation:
Storage:
Temperature (with

beam is brief.
Important:

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cisely positioned.

8 4
Laser beam data:
Wavelength: 10.6 m
Output power:
Guaranteed: 3000 W
Laser beam quality:
Diameter: 23 < 30 mm (distances up to 10 m)

request)
Width: 26 s - CW
Level: 0.0 - 100.0 %

Duty cycle: 0.0 - 100.0 %
Laser gas:

Laser gas exchange
interval: > 24 h
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Dimensions:

(W) 800 mm
(H) 853 mm

(D) 600 mm
(H) 1900 mm
Weights:


CNC interface
Electrical ratings:

customer.
Voltage: 3 x 230 / 400 V 10 % or
3 x 277 / 480 V 10 %;
50 or 60 Hz; PE
Max. current
Fuses: 100 A NH

Max. conductivity
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after addition of
Impurities: 100 m
8 2

clamps.

Refrigeration
capacity: 45 kW
Recommended
Temperature
tolerance: 1K
Nitrogen:
Purity: 4.6
phere)
or
Compressed air:
Oil: 0.005 mg / m3
Water: 0.05 g / m3
Permissible
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phere)
8 3
Ambient conditions:
Operation:
Storage:
Temperature (with

beam is brief.
Important:

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cisely positioned.

8 4
Laser beam data:
Wavelength: 10.6 m
Output power:
Guaranteed: 3500 W
Laser beam quality:
Diameter: 23 < 30 mm (distances up to 10 m)

request)
Width: 26 s - CW
Level: 0.0 - 100.0 %

Duty cycle: 0.0 - 100.0 %
Laser gas:

Laser gas exchange
interval: > 24 h
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Dimensions:

(W) 800 mm
(H) 853 mm

(D) 600 mm
(H) 1900 mm
Weights:


CNC interface
Electrical ratings:

customer.
Voltage: 3 x 230 / 400 V 10 % or
3 x 277 / 480 V 10 %;
50 or 60 Hz; PE
Max. current
Fuses: 100 A NH

Max. conductivity
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after addition of
Impurities: 100 m
8 2

clamps.

Refrigeration
capacity: 50 kW
Recommended
Temperature
tolerance: 1K
Nitrogen:
Purity: 4.6
phere)
or
Compressed air:
Oil: 0.005 mg / m3
Water: 0.05 g / m3
Permissible
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phere)
8 3
Ambient conditions:
Operation:
Storage:
Temperature (with

beam is brief.
Important:

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cisely positioned.

8 4
Control panels (optional): 8.2
Emergency OFF control panel (section 5.1):

installed in the control cabinet of the laser if the control panel with
keyboard and display or the ON/OFF control panel are not installed in
the control cabinet of the laser.
ON/OFF control panel (section 5.1.1):
The ON/OFF control panel (230 V AC and 24 V DC)l may be installed

either in the control cabinet of the laser or in other units of the laser
system.
Control panel with display and keyboard (section 5.1.2):
The control panel with display and keyboard (230 V AC and 24 V DC)
may be installed either in the control cabinet of the laser or in other
units of the laser system.
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8 5
Laser gas pressure display (optional): 8.3
The gas pressure in the laser gas bottle may be displayed on the display of
the controller terminal (optional).
The laser software analyses the signal of an electrical pressure transducer
which is mounted on the laser gas bottle instead of the pressure display (2)
shown at fig. 7.4.1/1. In the Service / Report menu the laser software
shows the actual gas pressure in the laser gas bottle and displays a warn-
ing signal when the gas pressure is < 30 bars.
So you will get a just in time warning to order a new laser gas bottle or to
prepare the change of the laser gas bottle.
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8 6
ROFIN DC 0XX compact (optional): 8.4
Fig. 8.4/1:
1 ROFIN DC 0XX Laser
on compact control
cabinet
6 2 1 ROFIN DC 0XX Laser
2 Controller Terminal right
side
3 Laser gas bottle
(optional)
4 Compact control
cabinet (optional)
5 Controller Terminal on a
5 3 roller (optional)
6 Controller Terminal left
4 side
The ROFIN DC 0XX laser can be delivered with a compact control cabinet
instead of the normal control cabinet (optional). The compact control cabi-
net can be used to adjust the laser head when using adjustable floor an-
choring bolts (optional).
The laser is operated via the Controller Terminal, which can be mounted
selectively on the right or the left side or on a roller (optional).
Compact control cabinet:
Dimensions:
Length: ca. 1800 mm (without Controller Terminal and laser
gas bottle (optional))
ca. 1950 mm with adjusting feet
Breadth: ca. 900 mm
Height: ca. 1013 mm (ca. 1040 mm with adjustable floor an-
choring bolts)
Weight: ca: 850 kg
Laser head:
Dimensions and weight: see section 8.

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8 7
ROFIN-SINAR LasTerm (optional): 8.5
ROFIN-SINAR LasTerm (= Laser Terminal Emulation) is a functional soft-

ware reproduction of the normal ROFIN DC 0XX lasers Controller Terminal
with display and keyboard. It can be installed on a CNC, a PC or a laptop
computer (eventually with touch screen display).
If you use LasTerm you do not need the normal Controller Terminal to
operate the software menus and to send commands to the laser controller.
LasTerm substitutes the normal Controller Terminal totally.
The operation of LasTerm is on PC or Laptop e.g. by a computer mouse

and on a CNC with the keys of the CNC.
Fig. 8.5/1:
1 ROFIN-SINAR LasTerm
1 Menus
2 Display
3 Function keys
4 Potentiometer
2 5 Laser beam ON and -
OFF - keys
6 Key switch (substitute
for the key switch on
the normal Controller
Terminal)
7 TEST and RESET -
keys
4 6
5 7
System requirements:
LasTerm is a 32 bit application which is designed for Windows 9x or

Windows NT. It does not run under Windows 3.x.
You need a free communication port in your PC to connect LasTerm to the
laser controller. The connection is via cable to the normal display interface
at the laser controller.
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8 8
Installing the Software:
Run the delivered setup program to install the LasTerm software or copy
the following files to your computer:
Terminal.exe
Terminal.enu
Terminal.deu
Terminal_enu.hlp
Terminal_deu.hlp
Terminal_enu.cnt
Terminal_deu.cnt
Provide security that a communication port (Comm Port) is available. The

preset of LasTerm is COM2 but you can assign the communication port in
the menu "File / Options".
This dialog will be selected via the menu "File / Options". It has three
pages.
On page "Communication" you can select communication port and
baud rate. If you select an occupied communication port you will get a
fault message. If you select an unqualified baud rate you will get a
wrong or unreadable display image because of transmission errors.
ROFIN-SINAR recommends you to use a baud rate of 9600 Baud.
On page "General" you can select the language LasTerm uses (only
english or german for menus, hints and dialogs). The language used
for the software menus is selected by the laser controller further. Also
on this page you can select whether to see a hint about shortcuts at
every new program start.
On page "Codes" you can set passwords for changes of the key
switch positions. For positions I and II you can set different pass-
words. After setting the passwords LasTerm asks for the password at
any attempt to change the position of the key switch. LasTerm also
asks for the password if you try to change or delete the password in
this dialog.
For selecting the "0" position no password is necessary.
Starting the program:
To start the program make a double click on "Terminal.exe".
Help:
Together with the program you will get several help texts and informations
for installation, operation and registration of the LasTerm software.
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Registration:
You may test LasTerm for 60 days. Latest than you must register the pro-
gram at ROFIN-SINAR.
Necessary therefore is the license number seen when you open the "Info"
dialog (menu "Help / Info"). Call ROFIN-SINAR and tell this license number.
You than will get a register number.
To input this register number open the "Info" dialog again and press the
"Register" key. Type in the register number in the following dialog and than
press the OK key.
The program now is licensed.
These functions will be activated by the related key commands of the

CNC:
Laser beam ON (press 2 times) Ctrl + L

Laser beam OFF Ctrl + O ("O")
Fault reset Ctrl + R
Lamp test Ctrl + T
Aktivates and deaktivates the laser power Ctrl + P
potentiometer
Key switch position 0 Ctrl + 0 ("zero")

Key switch position 1 Ctrl + 1
Key switch position 2 Ctrl + 2
Cancel LasTerms input windows Esc or Q

Copies the aczual laser screen to the clipboard Ctrl + PrntScrn
Help Ctrl + H
About dialog Ctrl + A
Options dialog Ctrl + S
These key commands only work after

activating the potentiometer (Ctrl + P):
Reduce the value by 1 by potentiometer Ctrl + Left or Down
Increase the value by 1 by potentiometer Ctrl + Right or Up
Reduce the value by 10 by potentiometer PageDown or Ctrl +
PageDown
Increase the value by 10 by potentiometer PageUP or Ctrl + Page-
Up
If you have further questions call ROFIN-SINAR Laser.

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Laser modules P 200 (optional): 8.6
Danger attention:
The installation, operation, maintenance and repair of laser
modules P 200 may only be performed by ROFIN-SINAR service
staff or specially trained personnel who have received instruction
concerning the hazards involved in its operation.
"Instruction" also means reading this operating manual, particu-
larly Sections 2 - 2.7 Safety instructions.
Danger attention general hints:

The installation of laser modules P 200 may only be performed by
specially trained personnel!
The safety regulations of your national professional organizations
for work on machines with electrical and high voltage must be ad-
hered to.
The electrical connection must be installed according to the rules
and regulations of your national standards.
Implement the wiring and the numbering of the connection lines
according to the technical documents from ROFIN-SINAR!
These documents and their observation are the premise for ser-
vice and maintenance work on the laser system done by ROFIN-
SINAR service staff.
The fuses of the laser system and the line cross section of the
mains line have to be designed according to the countrys specific
mains voltage.
The laser modules P 200 are designed to be used only as a part of another
machine. Rules for Europe: Taking it into operation is forbidden until the
final machines conformity with the directives 89/392/EWG and
89/336/EWG has been stated.
The laser modules P 200 are not mounted into a enclosed and shielded
control cabinet by ROFIN-SINAR.
You, as the manufacturer of the laser system, are responsible for ensuring
the compliance to standards and regulations of the European Union, e.g.
the directive for Electromagnetic Compatibility.
In this case, ROFIN-SINAR is not allowed to declare an EU - Declaration of
Conformity.
To document the compliance with the Machinery Directive you can obtain
an EU Declaration of the manufacturer from ROFIN-SINAR.
Laser modules P 200 available on order from ROFIN-SINAR:
1. Mounting plate P 200

2. HV (High Voltage) supply P 200
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3. Connection lines between laser head, mounting plate P 200 and HV

supply P 200
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1. Mounting plate P 200:
Note the general points at the beginning of Section 8.6!
The mounting plate P 200 includes:

Power supply (24 V DC) with series fuse
Auxiliary contactors
Emergency - OFF relay (contactor safety combination).
Mains filter
Isolating transformer
19" computer chassis with computer. The computer is firmly mounted
by the computer carrying plate with two fans on the mounting plate P
200.
The computer is explained in Section 6 of this operating manual.
There you will find designation and position of plug - in boards, inter-
faces, etc.
Interfaces for the external connection of the laser.
Main circuits
Fuses
Power supply for the HV supply P 200, vacuum pump, ventilator and
fans of the laser head.
An installed phase detector prevents the starting of the laser ("Mains
ON"), if the three outer conductors create a counterclockwise field, a
phase fails or if the mains supply variation is > 10 %.
Fig. 8.6/1:
Mounting position of
mounting plate P 200
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Technical data:
Weight: approx. 180 kg

Internal protection: IP 20
Dissipation: PV* = 150 W
(sufficient cooling necessary)
Installation:
Installation position: vertical (see fig. 8.6/1); the equipment side of

the mounting plate P 200 has to be accessible
Admissible temperature in the cabinet

during operation: + 5 C to 40 C
Relative humidity: 30 - 95 %; no condensation forming

No moisture may enter the mounting plate P
200!
Storage temperature: - 25 C to + 55 C
Maintenance: The mounting plate P 200 is maintenance - free.
Attention:
Note that electrical contacts X71 as section 6.1 interfaces to an ex-
ternal control system in laser modules P 200 are changed to X30!
For the laser modules P 200 the switching voltage at X30 is 24 V AC!
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2. HV supply P 200:
Danger attention:
The laser beam is produced by a gas discharge which is ignited by
electrical energy and high frequency. The high voltage required to do
this can reach levels of up to 11 000 Volts.
Danger attention:
Whenever access to the HV supply P 200 or the interior of the la-

ser head is necessary, exercise extreme caution to avoid contact
with high voltages.
Only authorized, electrically trained personnel should access

these high voltage areas.
Use the grounding probe as specified in its manual. Grounding
probe and its manual have been delivered by ROFIN-SINAR with
the laser modules P 200.
The HV supply P 200 includes:

High voltage rectifiers
Overcurrent control
Transformer
Capacitors
Fig. 8.6/2:
X Mounting position of HV
supply P 200
X: sufficient cooling at this
area is necessary -
with air circulation of
v3m/s
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Technical data:
Weight: approx. 340 kg

Dissipation: PV* = 2500 W
(sufficient cooling necessary)
Installation:
Installation position: vertical (see fig. 8.6/2)
Admissible temperature in the cabinet

during operation: + 5 C to 40 C
(sufficient cooling at area "X" (see fig. 8.6/2) with
air circulation of v 3 m / s necessary)
Relative humidity: 30 - 95 %; no condensation forming

No moisture may enter the HV supply P 200!
Storage temperature: - 25 C to + 55 C
Maintenance: The HV supply P 200 is maintenance - free.
3. Connection lines:
Connection lines:
Impact safe flexible tubing
Electrical connectors
Technical data:
Length: approx. 0.5 m

4. Installation of the laser modules P 200 after integration into your

laser system:
If a fault alarm is indicated by the lasers interface after starting the compu-
ter, clear the fault and quit via the corresponding interface.
If the fault alarm further or the message "SYSTEM FAULT" is indicated,
you have to reset the system ("SYSTEM RESET).
To do this, press the red pushbutton on the CPU - card of the computer.
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List of abbreviations and explanatory notes: 9.
The list contains abbreviations and explanatory notes of laser technology.

It may be that not all them are used in this ROFIN-SINAR manual.
A/D converter Analog-to-Digital converter

AS [ASP] Connection diagram
BCD Binary Coded Decimal code (programmers code)
BET Beam Expanding Telescope
Blower Roots blower
Booster Electrical power supply to bring flashlamps from
ignition to simmer mode
BS [BSP] Construction circuit diagram
Caustic Beam contour
CCD camera Charge-coupled device camera
CNC NC-controller system with integrated computer
(Computer Numerical Control)
Controller Terminal Operator panel with display and keyboard
CPU Central Processing Unit of a computer
CW Continuous Wave mode
DI-cartridge Ion exchange cartridge
DI-Water Demineralized water
Discriminator Fiber cable shielding unit
Divergence Angle used to measure beam expansion over a
distance. Unit of measurement: rad
DVM Digital Voltmeter
Flowtube Water flow tube for Nd:YAG - laser rod
HE Unit used to measure height in 19" rack systems
HeNe-Laser Helium-Neon Laser, emits visible laser radiation for
positioning and aligning
HF High Frequency
HV High Voltage
Interlock Safety circuit. Shuts off power (e.g. high voltage) if
contacts are opened.
Invar(rods) / Invar Alloy with low thermal expansion coefficient. Spa-
certubes ("invar rods") are made of this material.
kinematic Related to motion
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/4-Phase shifter Optical component to alter direction of polarization

Laser Term used to describe all devices that operate on
the principle of Light Amplification by Stimulated
Emission of (electromagnetic) Radiation with
wavelengths of less than 1 mm
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Laser beam Spatially directed laser radiation
Laser diode Laser diode, emits visible laser radiation for posi-
tioning and aligning
LD alignment laser Laser diode alignment laser
LED Light Emitting Diode
LSB Least significant bit
Mode Density distribution of laser beam
Mode order (degree) Unit used to measure laser beam quality
MSB Most significant bit
Nd:YAG-Laser Neodymium-doped Yttrium-aluminium-garnet laser
Nl Standard litres (german unit of measurement)
OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer
PCB Printed Circuit Board
PS [PSP] Schematic diagram
PWM Pulse Width Modulator
RF Radio Frequency
RL [RLP] Piping / tubing diagram
RPG Ramping- / Pulse Generator
Shutter Unit to stop the laser beam
Skt. Graduation of scale
SL [SLP] Circuit diagram (current)
SM Source of laser stimulation (Switched Mode)
Softstart (unit) Unit to switch ON high voltage softly
SPS Stored-program controller
STP Standard Pressure
TEM Transverse Mode (used to describe power distri-
bution across laser beam)
S/cm Micro-Siemens per centimeter = value for
conductivity
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What are the main components of the laser system?

What are the main components of the laser system?

What safety precautions should be taken when operating the laser?

What safety precautions should be taken when operating the laser?

Operating Manual

Safety instructions and precautions ........................................... 1.2.

Transport of laser head and control cabinet ..................................... 4.

Operators controls (+A10) .............................................................. 5.

Computer rack .................................................................................. 6.

Technical data .................................................................................. 8.

List of abbreviations ......................................................................... 9.

Maintenance section ........................................................................ 10.

This operating manual must be read, understood and its instructions

Keep this manual for future reference!

This publication is copyright and all rights are reserved by ROFIN-SINAR.

ROFIN-SINAR Laser GmbH or ROFIN-SINAR Laser GmbH

Tel.: 49 - (0) - 40 - 733 63 - 0 E - Mail: [email protected]

Tel.: (313) 455 - 5400

or your OEM supplier

The installation, operation, maintenance and repair of this laser must

Use of the laser for its intended purpose:

system in which it is incorporated (e.g. cutting, welding, surface-

ROFIN-SINAR lasers are manufactured in accordance with the follow-

21 CFR (Center for Devices and Radiological Health - CDRH),

DIN EN 60204 (VDE 0113 / IEC 204)

DIN EN 60825 (VDE 0837 / IEC 825)

UVV VBG 93 (German Safety rules for accident prevention)

Training courses are offered by:

ROFIN-SINAR (maintenance, application, operation of laser)

OEM suppliers (operation of laser system)

Technical supervisory organizations

Operation of the laser:

Observe the national accident prevention regulations to prevent

Installation, operation and maintenance on the laser is allowed

2.1 Laser radiation hazards

2.2 Fire hazards

2.3 Hazardous fumes and vapors

2.4 Hazardous electrical voltage

2.5 Hazardous high voltage

2.6 Hazardous high frequency

2.7 Other hazards

2.8 Warning labels and rating plate

While safeguards have been incorporated in the design of the equip-

Give a copy of this safety instructions and precautions to the

Observe the accident prevention regulations relating to your work.

Affix warning plates and labels to laser equipment.

Bar access to the laser to anybody not working with it.

Designate the laser area adequately.

Remember that combustible or easily inflammable gases, liquids

The laser produces optical radiation (light) that is highly directional

The primary laser beam (CO2 radiation / 10.6 m) produced by ROFIN-

Avoid all unnecessary exposure to direct or secondary laser radia-

Wear suitable safety glasses (laser goggles) with side shields

If you work on workpieces with reflecting surfaces, e.g. bright or

These things can occur when a laser beam is directed at a material:

A second group of materials is of a nature that nearly all of the la-

Laser energy which is neither transmitted through nor reflected off

However, there are some absorbers, such as combustible solvents

Provide quick and easy access to a multiple rating fire extinguish-

Do not keep paper, oily rags, or other combustible materials any-