Continuous-Wave Fiber Laser User Guide: RFL-C1500X/RFL-C2000X

Continuous-Wave Fiber Laser
User Guide
RFL-C1500X/RFL-C2000X
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd.

User Guide of RFL-C1500X/C2000X
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Safety Information.................................................................................................2
1.1 Symbols Used in this User Guide..................................................................2
1.2 Laser Classification........................................................................................2
1.3 Safety Labels..................................................................................................3
1.4 Optical Safety.................................................................................................4
1.5 Electrical Safety............................................................................................. 4
1.6 Other Safety Rules......................................................................................... 5
2 Product Description...............................................................................................6
2.1 Features.......................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Model Configuration......................................................................................6
2.3 Package Contents...........................................................................................7
2.4 Unpacking and Inspection............................................................................. 7
2.5 Operation Environment................................................................................. 8
2.6 Precautions for Use........................................................................................9
2.7 Specifications.................................................................................................9
3 Installation............................................................................................................ 10
3.1 Dimensions.................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Output Cables and installation.....................................................................13
3.3 Cooling Requirements................................................................................. 14
3.4 Installation Procedure.................................................................................. 16
4 Using the Product.................................................................................................18
4.1 Front Panel................................................................................................... 18
4.2 Rear Panel.................................................................................................... 19
4.3 Power Connection........................................................................................20
4.4 Interface Definitions.................................................................................... 21
4.5 Steps Of Installation.................................................................................... 25
4.6 Steps Of Staring........................................................................................... 26
4.7 Control Modes............................................................................................. 27
4.8 Steps of shutting down.................................................................................32

5 Alarms and Solutions.......................................................................................... 33
5.1 Alarms Display............................................................................................ 33
5.2 Alarm solutions............................................................................................33
6 Warranty, Return and Maintenance................................................................. 37
6.1 General Warranty.........................................................................................37
6.2 Limitations of Warranty.............................................................................. 37
6.3 Service and Repair....................................................................................... 37
1 Safety Information
Thank you for choosing Raycus fiber laser. This User Guide provides important safety,
operation, warranty and other information. Please read it carefully before you use this product. In
order to ensure safe operation and optimal performance of the product, please follow the
warnings, cautions, operating procedures and other instructions accordingly.
1.1 Symbols Used in this User Guide
WARNING: Refers to a potential hazard that may leads to a personal

injury or death.
CAUTION: Refers to potential a hazard that may leads to a minor

personal injury or product damage.
1.2 Laser Classification
This series of lasers are classified as a high power Class 4 laser instrument according to the
European Community standards EN 60825-1, clause 9. This product emits invisible laser
radiation at or around a wavelength of 1080 nm, and the total light power radiated from the
optical output is greater than 1500W~2000W (depending on model). Direct or indirect exposure
of this level of light intensity may cause damage to the eyes or skin. Despite the radiation being
invisible, the beam may cause irreversible damage to the retina and/or cornea. Appropriate and
approved laser safety eyewear must be worn all the time while the laser is operating.
User Guide of RFL- RFL-C1500X/C2000X
WARNING: You must use appropriate laser safety eyewear when this
device is operating. The laser safety eyewear is selected according to the
range of wavelengths emitted from this product. The end user must
ensure that the laser safety eyewear being used protects against light
emitted by the device over its entire range of wavelengths. Please verify
that the personal protective equipment (e.g. enclosures, viewing
windows or viewports, eyewear, etc.) being utilized is adequate for the
output power and wavelength ranges listed on the product.
1.3 Safety Labels
The position of the safety labels on products varies depending on the model of the
continuous-wave fiber laser, as shown in Figure 1:
Figure 1: Safety Label Locations of RFL-C1500X/RFL-C2000X

These safety labels include warning labels, apertures through which laser radiation is
emitted and labels of certification and identification, etc. Specifications of these labels are as
follows:
Table 1: Specifications of Safety Labels
(Take 500W for example)

3.Class 2M Laser Product
1.Aperture Label 2.Class 4 Laser Product
Label for Guide Laser
6.Laser Radiation Hazard

4. CE Compliance 5. Identification Plate
Label
7.Electrical Hazard
1.4 Optical Safety
Any dust on the end of the collimator assembly can burn the lens and damage the laser.
CAUTION: If the output of the device is delivered through a lens with

an anti-reflection coating, make sure that the lens is of good quality and
clean.
1.5 Electrical Safety
(1) Make sure your product is grounded through the PE line of the AC power cord. The
grounding must be firm and reliable.

WARNING: Any interruption from the protective earth will electrify

the enclosure, which may result in personal injury.
(2) Make sure that the correct voltage of the AC power source is used.
CAUTION: Failure to connect the correct voltage could damage the

product.
1.6 Other Safety Rules
(1) Never look directly into the laser output port when power is supplied to the laser.
(2) Avoid using the laser in a dim or darkened environment.
(3) If this device is used in a manner not specified in this document, the protection provided
by the device may be impaired and the warranty will be voided.
(4) There are no operator serviceable parts inside, and all maintenance must be performed
in Raycus or by qualified Raycus personnel. Do not try to remove covers, or electrical shock
may be caused, and warranty will be void.

2 Product Description
2.1 Features
Compared with traditional lasers, Raycus CW fiber laser has higher efficiency
electric-optical conversion, lower power consumption and excellent beam quality. The fiber laser
is compact and ready to use. It can be used as a stand-alone unit or easily inserted into user’s
apparatus.
Main Features:
 Excellent beam quality
 High quality fiber output
 High Power Stability
 Continuously tunable output power, quick switching response
 Maintenance free operation
 High wall plug efficiency
 Convenient control interface
 High frequency modulation
Applications:
 Cutting, Welding
 3D Printing
 Scientific research
2.2 Model Configuration
The series of Raycus continuous-wave fiber laser include 1500W and 2000W, and the model
designation codes are illustrated in the following table:
Table 2 Model Names and Designation Codes

1 RFL-C series, continuous-wave (CW) fiber laser

Power in watts:
2 1500X--1500W
2000X--2000W
Wavelength:
3
B--1080nm
Length of delivery cable in meter, including 15m and 20m, and other length can
4
be customized
Cooling method:
5 W-- water cooling
A-- air cooling
Note: No air conditioner in this laser series except the RFL-C1500S/C2000S.
You can find the complete model name on the identification plate.
2.3 Package Contents
Please refer to the packing list accompanying the shipment to check actual items included.
2.4 Unpacking and Inspection
Raycus CW fiber laser is shipped in a package designed to provide maximum protection.
Upon delivery, please inspect all packaging for evidence of mishandling or damage. If you find
any evidence of mishandling, please save the damaged material and contact the shipping agent
and Raycus immediately.
Remove all the contents from the packing case. Take extra care when removing the unit out
of the packing case to ensure that the fiber optic cable is not twisted, hauled or damaged. A
comprehensive packing list is included with the system documentation. Check all items against
the list and contact Raycus immediately if there is any missing item or evident damage to the
unit. DO NOT attempt to install or operate the laser, if there is any evident or suspected damage
to the unit.
It is recommended to keep the packing materials, as they will be necessary if you ever need
to ship the unit back for service at a later date.

CAUTION: The fiber optic cable and output head is precise optic
instrument, any vibration or impact to the output head, and twist or
excessive bend to the cable will damage the instrument.
2.5 Operation Environment
The basic operation conditions are listed in the table below:
Table 3 Basic Operation Conditions for the Laser
Model C1500X C2000X

Supply Voltage(V) 380±10% V AC 50/60Hz
Supply Capacity(kW) 5.5 6.5
Installation Requirements Install on flat surface, no vibration or impact
Ambient Temperature（℃） 10～40
Relative Humidity（%）＜70
Warning：
1) Ensure reliable grounded before using the laser.
2) The laser output is connected to the output cable. Please check the laser output carefully
to prevent dust or other contamination. Use special paper when cleaning the laser output lens.
3) If the laser is used in accordance without the method specified in this manual, the laser
may be in abnormal working state and cause damage.
4) It is strictly forbidden to install the laser output when the laser is in operation.
5) Do not look directly into the laser output. Be sure to wear protective glasses when
operating the laser.
 Do not expose this product to high humidity（＞95%）
 Do not let this product work below the ambient dew point temperature
Table 4 The Constant Dew Point Table

AMBIENT DEW POINT
Room Maximum Relative humidity
Temperature（℃） 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 95%
20 -3.5 2 6 9 12 14.5 16.5 18 19
25 0.5 6 10.5 14 16.5 19 21 23 24
30 4.6 10.5 15 18.5 21.5 24 26 28 29
35 8.5 15 19.5 23 26 28.5 31 33 34
40 13 20 24 27.5 31 33.5 36 38 39
Laser operating temperature range
2.6 Precautions for Use
(1) Before supplying the power to the device, make sure that the correct voltage of the AC
power source is used (See Table 3 for the laser model and corresponding input voltage). Failure
to connect power source correctly will damage the device;
(2) Failure to follow the instructions may cause malfunction and damage to the device, such
damage is not covered by warranty.
(3) It is very important to ensure the cleanness of the calibrated laser output head, otherwise
it will cause irreparable damage to the laser.
(4) Please inspect the output head carefully for dust or other contaminations. Use
appropriate lens paper to clean it if necessary. Do not touch the output lens at any time; as well
as remember to cap the output head when it is not in use, and make sure the cap is clean;
(5) Failure to follow the specified instructions may result in the loss of laser power, and
such loss will not be covered by the warranty.
2.7 Specifications
The specifications are listed in the following table

Table 5 Specifications
Table 6 Product
C1500X C2000X Test Conditions
SpecificationsModel
Optical Specifications
Nominal Output Power (W) 1500 2000
Operation Modes CW/Modulated
Polarization State Random
Output Power Tunability(%) 10~100
Emission Wavelength(nm) 1080±5 Nominal Output Power
Nominal Output Power
Output Power Instability(%) ±1.5 Operation Time：≥5h
Ambient Temperature: 25±1℃
Modulation Frequency(Hz) 1~5,000 Nominal Output Power
Red Guide Laser Power(mW) 0.5~1
Optical Output Characteristics of QBH head
Beam Quality BPP <2.5 (mm×mrad) Nominal Output Power
Fiber Core Diameter(μm) 50（with 25、100、200 options）
Delivery Cable Length(m) 20 Length customizable
Electrical Characteristics
Power Supply 380±10% V AC、50/60Hz
Numerical Aperture 0.2
Max. Power Consumption(W) 5500 6500
Control Mode RS-232/AD/Ethernet
Other Characteristics
Dimensions(W×H×D) 913×480×235(include. handles)
Weight(kg) <70
Operating Ambient Temperature
10~40
(℃)
Humidity (%) <70
Storage Temperature (℃) -10~60
Cooling Method Water Cooling
3 Installation
3.1 Dimensions
Figure 3 shows dimensions of RFL-C1500X/C2000X (take RFL-C2000X for example,
RFL-C1500X has the same dimensions).
Figure 2 (a) Front panel view of RFL-C1500X/C2000X (unit: mm)
Figure 2 (b) Rear panel view of RFL-C1500X/C2000X (unit: mm)

Figure 2 (c) Top and Side view of RFL-C1500X/C2000X (unit: mm)
3.2 Output Cables and Installation
Figure 3 Dimensions of QBH Output Head

The laser output cable of RFL-C1500X/C2000X is Raycus-made. The specific appearance
dimensions are shown in Figure 6 above

CAUTION:
 For QBH output cable, there are two interlock pins on the output head,
which must be shorted before the laser is turned on. Usually there are
shorted in the processing head, please check the head to ensure that.
 Inspect the output lens before install the output head to the processing
head. Clean the output lens if necessary.
 It is strictly prohibited to disassemble the output head for Non-Raycus
Personnel, or the warranty is void.
3.3 Cooling Requirements
Table 7 Cooling Requirements

Model 1500X 2000X
Cooling Capability(W) >4500 >6000
Minimum Flow(L/min) 15
Maximum Pressure(Bar) 7
Pipe Inner
19 19
Diameter(mm)
Water temperature of
25±1℃
cooling system (℃)
1) The water temperature setting of cooling system:
25±0.5℃（RFL-C1500S/C2000S）
2) Coolant requirements:
 The cooling water is pure water. It is recommended to use pure drinking water.
 In order to prevent mould growing that may lead to pipe blockage, we recommend to
add alcohol about 10% of the total volume.
 If the product is used in an environment that ambient temperature is between -10℃ and
0℃, we recommend to use 30% alcohol, and replace it every two months.
 If the product is used in an environment that ambient temperature is below -10℃, please
to use dual-system chillers ( with heating function ) and ensure uninterrupted operation of the
cooling system.
3) Requirements for output cable cooling system:
 Rate of liquid flow: 1.7-2.0 L/min;
 Pressure of liquid flow: < 0.6 MPa at the inflow;
 Type of liquid exchange junction: SMC MS-5H-6:
 Type of tube: outer diameter ϕ6; inner diameter ϕ4;
 Direction of cooling liquid: unidirectional; connect the tube with the water-pipe strictly
according to direction shown on the layer of the tube;
 Type of liquid: de-ionized water, condensed water, pure water;
 PH value of liquid: 5.5 - 9;
 Filter is needed for the cooling system, and the size of the solid residual practicals
should be within 100um;
 Maximum temperature of liquid: 45℃:
 Minimum temperature of liquid: greater than the saturated dew-point 5℃;
 Additive to the liquid: satisfies the requirements of PH value and size of solid residual
practicals as above;
 Radius of the bending of the armored pipe: off-work state (i.e. transportation and
reservation): minimum radius of bending ≥ 20 cm; in-work state: minimum radius of bending >=
30 cm;
 Long-term vibration < 2 G; Impact action < 10 G.
4) Other requirements for chiller:
 When starting the cooling system for the first time, check the entire water system and
the joint for water leakage. The external water pipe must be installed and connected according to
the inlet (IN) and outlet (OUT) by the laser. Otherwise, the laser may not work properly.
 If you will not use the laser for a long time, water must be emptied from the product,
and then both the inlet and outlet must be blocked with the nuts we provide. Failure to do so may
lead to permanent equipment damage.

CAUTION: Please set the water temperature in strictly accordance with

the requirements above. Too low temperature may lead to condensation on
the laser module and the output cable. This can cause serious damage to
the equipment.
CAUTION: Make sure that the water temperature reaches the set point
and the cooling system is working well before you start the laser.
〖summer：25±1℃（RFL-C1500S/C2000S）；
winter： 25±1℃ 〗
3.4 Installation Procedure
(1) Place the product in an appropriate position, immobilize it if necessary;
(2) Check if the power supply has the correct voltage (See Table 5 for the laser model and
corresponding input voltage ), and the earth line is connected, make sure it is firm and reliable;
(3) Connect the power cable and control cable to the product when power supply is OFF;
(4) Insert the water pipes into the inlet and outlet;
(5) Check the output head and clean it if necessary. This procedure must be performed by
Raycus personnel or person authorized by Raycus. Make sure the environment is clean, or the
output cable may be contaminated.
(6) Prevent the delivery cable from treading, pinching or excessive bending during
installation;
(7) During the installation and disassembly process, please take care to gently put the laser
output head, do not be shocked.
(8) In the installation of laser output cable and output head process, please make sure that
the surrounding environment is clean, otherwise it may pollute the output head (do not use fans
to avoid dust).
(9) The minimum bending radius of the output fiber cable of the laser should not be less
than 20 cm under the non-working conditions, and the minimum bending radius should not be
less than 30 cm when the laser is working.

CAUTION:
 All the cables can only be connected when power supply is OFF. Hot
plug may damage the laser.
CAUTION:
 The laser output optical cable should be kept as natural as possible and
not be distorted.
 The too small bending radius of the output fiber cable will damage the
laser.
CAUTION:
 Make sure the aperture and the cavity of the processing head is clean;
 Keep the protective cap properly, prevent it from contamination; Or
the aperture will be contaminated when capped.
4 Using the Product
Raycus CW fiber laser has stopped using the HyperTerminal,

so the HyperTerminal will not work when the laser is powered
on. Please clip the address below to download the latest PC software
and the relevant manual.
http://www.raycuslaser.com/index.php/index-show-tid-53.html
4.1 Front Panel
Figure 9 shows the front panel of RFL-C1500S/C2000S (take RFL-C2000S for example,
RFL-C1500S has the same front panel)
4 2 5 1 3 6
Figure 4 Front Panel View of RFL-C1500X/C2000X
1. REM/OFF/ON: Key switch, the power switch of the laser. Insert the key (Item 6 in
Figure 8(9); either turn the key clockwise to the 'ON' position or counterclockwise to 'REM'
position will power on the laser. Then the laser will enter a control mode depending on your
previous setup on the 'CTRL-INTERFACE'. You can refer to 4.6 Control Mode for more details.
2. POWER: Power Indicator, indicates that the power is switched on, when the green
LED illumines.
3. START: Laser emission button, it’s a button with an annular LED indicator (red color).
The product is ready to emit laser and the red light turned off, when this button is pressed down.
Press again will release the button, and disable the laser emission.
4. LASER: Laser emission indicator, which illumines when laser emission is enabled.
5. ALARM: Alarm indicator, indicates an error condition, when the yellow LED
illumines.
6. EMERGENCY STOP: Press it down to stop the laser immediately. Turn it clockwise
to release, but the laser cannot start before it’s powered on with key switch for a second time.
4.2 Rear Panel
Figure 12 shows the rear panel of RFL-C1500S/C2000S (take RFL-C2000S for example,
RFL-C1500S has the same rear panel):
4 3 6 5 2 1
Figure 5 Rear Panel View of RFL-C1500X/C2000X
1. AC INPUT: The socket for supply source input that can only be mated with the plug on
the power cord we provided.
2. POWER: Air switch to control the switching of AC.

3. CTRL-INTERFACE: Control interface, this interface is a male DB25 connector and
it’s multi-functional. The end users can set the control mode and input analog control signal with
the interface, as well as get the fault signal from it.
4. WATER: Pipe connectors, the inlet and outlet for cooling water to flow in and return.
(See Table 6 for the laser model and corresponding water pipe size for cooling system
requirements)
5. ETHERNET: Ethernet interface. It can provide remote control and storage alarm
information for the laser.
6. CDA: Clean dry air input. Clean dry air is input here to prevent dew
formation.
The application of CDA:
If the CDA is provided by the customer, it must be cooled and dried by the dryer, then filtered by
5μm-particle and 0.3μm-particle filter, and 0.1μm atomized lubricator. The temperature of CDA
must be conditioned in the range of 5~40℃, and the highest dew point is 0℃(It is suggested the
temperature of CDA is 5℃ below the temperature of cooling water). The pressure of CDA is
below 0.1MPa, the flow rate is 10 LPM, and the outer diameter of pipe mated with the connector
is 6mm.
If the CDA filter module provided by Raycus is used, the CDA should be also cooled and dried
by the dryer, and the pressure should be below 0.8MPa, the outer diameter of pipe mated with
the connector is 6mm.
The CDA should be input 30 min before the start of the laser. If the ambient temperature is
below 25℃ and the humidity is below 50%, the CDA is unnecessary.
4.3 Power Connection
CAUTION: Before connecting the product to AC supply source, you must

check up that the AC supply you will apply is in accordance with the
specifications provided in Table 3 or Table 5.
Table 8 Power Connection Requirements

Model RFL-C1500X RFL-C2000X
380±10% V AC
Supply Source
50/60Hz
Power Cord
One End of
Four wires labeled L1，L2，L3 and PE.
Power Cord
Sign L1，L2，L3 -> Phase Line

Description PE -> Protective Earth
One end of the power cord is a plug, insert it into the socket 'AC INPUT' on
Note the rear panel. Notice that the plug is wrong-side preventing. After inserting it,
lock it with the lever.
4.4 Interface Definitions
4.4.1 CTRL-INTERFACE Definitions
The CTRL-INTERFACE is for laser control, the designation and definition is below：
Figure 6 CTRL-INTERFACE
Table 9 Definitions of 24 pin Ctrl Interface
PIN Name Type Level Drive Typical Description

No. Response
Time
11 NULL
Contact
2 互锁通道 1A Dry contacts pair, connect or
Closure 5Vdc <1A <500ms
3 互锁通道 1B disconnect only
Input
4 NULL
5 RS232 Tx Transmit Data
6 RS232 Rx 120ms Receive Data
7 RS232 Com 返回端 RS-232 Return
8 Contact Activates the internal
Remote Key
Closure 24Vdc <1A <1s main power supply in
9 Switch
Input REMOTE mode
10
NULL
11
Analog Input to Analog Analog Input 1-10 VDC=
12 1-10Vdc 1 mA 300us
Control Current Input 10 – 100% Setpoint
Analog Output 0-5 VDC
Analog Output Analog （Refer to factory
13 0-5.0Vdc 10 mA 30µs
Power Monitor Output inspection report for
details）
Isolated Return for signals on pins
14 Return
Analog Com 12, 13
Digital
15 Modulation + 24Vdc 6 mA 20µs 5 -24 VDC Input
Input
16 Modulation - Return Return for signal on pin 15
Source External Source
17 EXTVCC 24Vdc 100mA 1ms
Input Input
Positive edge activates
Emission Digital
18 24Vdc 6 mA 1ms emission in REMOTE
Enable Input
mode
Digital
19 READY 24Vdc 100 mA 120ms High=Laser is ready
output
System Return for pin 17、18、19、
20 Return
Common 21
In REMOTE mode，
Digital connect pin 21 to 24V, the
21 AD/RS 24Vdc 6 mA 120ms
Input laser enters AD mode;
connect to 20 or left
unconnected, laser enters

RS232 mode
System error Digital
22 24Vdc 100 mA 120ms High=System error
（ERROR） output
23 NULL
24 NULL
 Caution: Please check the control voltage level and ensure that the level is in
accordance with the requirements. Over voltage and voltage ripple may damage
the product.
4.4.2 SERIVCE Security interface
The Service Security Interface is pin 2 and pin 3 of CTRL-INTERFACE.
 The SERVICE connector is a female DB9 interface. If PIN 6-7 are disconnected, the
laser will immediately stop working, and the laser Ready signal will go low.
 The laser has pre-shorted the 6 and 7 pins before shipment. If it is not connected, the
InterLock error will be displayed after the laser is powered on.
Caution: Service Security Interface should not connect to any active signal,
or the interface will be damaged, and the laser will report error.
4.4.3 TCP/IP Interface Configuration
The default IP address of this product is 192.168.0.10, only supports UDP communication.
The laser listens for connection on port is 8098, and the command must be sent in a single data
string.
Table 10 The pin definitions of Ethernet interface
PIN FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

1 TX+ TRANSMIT+
2 TX- TRANSMIT-
3 RX+ RECEIVE+
4 N/C NONE
5 N/C NONE
6 RX- RECEIVE-
7 N/C NONE
8 N/C NONE
For better communication stability, recommend to use this interface first.
Steps of Ethernet connection:
Step 1: Open the Raycus PC software, click "Session→RS232 (or Ethernet)" to make the
PC communicate with the laser, and then click "Tool→Laser IP Set" to enter the laser IP address
setting;
Step 2: The default password is "1122334455667788". After the verification is passed, read
or set the new laser IP address.
Step 3: If you use Raycus software to control the laser, you need to find the folder where
the Raycus software is located, open the laser configuration file “config.xml”, and write the
newly laser IP address. If you do not use Raycus software, please go to step 4;
Step 4: Configure TCP/IP, select "Use the following IP address:", manually assign an IP
address, and the IP address of your computer must be in the same network segment as the laser
IP address, and assign a subnet mask address. The default is 255.255.255.0, click the "OK"
button to confirm the settings and exit.

Figure 19 Steps of Ethernet Connection
4.5 Steps of Installation
1) Carefully take out the laser from the box and move it to the installing position and then
lock the casters;
2) Remove the output cable protective cap and check the output lens for dust with strong
light and clean it if necessary, then cover the output cable protective cap;
3) Install the output cable on the processing equipment according to the actual situation
(install the output head cooling water pipe at the same time), pay attention to the output cable
and head, then remove the protective cap and confirm that the output lens is clean and install the
output head.；
4) Connect cooling water pipe;
5) Connect the control line and power according to the control mode.
4.6 Steps of Starting
All electrical connections must be finished before the laser is powered on;
Make sure the air switch is OFF and the emergency stop button (EMERGENCE STOP) on
the front panel of the laser has been pressed down.
1) Make sure that the pins 6 and 7 of DB9 SERVICE interface are closed;
2) Turn on the chiller and check leakage. If there is no water leakage, turn off the chiller
and wait for the laser to turn on.
3) Turn on the air switch and release the emergency stop switch.
Note: RFL-C1500S/2000S has an air conditioner and it starts to run as the emergency stop
switch is released. In order to avoid damage the laser caused by condensation when the working
temperature and relative humidity of the laser are in the dew point area [the blue area in Table 4],
for RFL-C1500S/2000S please wait for the air conditioner to run for 30 minutes before operate
the laser later ,.and for RFL-C100~ RFL-C1000 please improve the working environment.
4) Let the chiller work;
Turn on the key switch and start the laser.

4.7 Control Modes
4.7.1 Wiring in different modes
Figure 8 Wiring in RS-232 mode
Figure 9 Wiring in AD mode

4.7.2 Internal control mode
5) Clockwise the key switch to the “ON” position and the “Power” indicator on the front
panel illuminates;
6) Waiting for 10s until the internal main control board circuit initialization is completed;
7) Set the power of the laser (the power is set by 0-10V analog single when the AD mode
is enabled, and the power is set by the PC software when the AD mode is disabled.）;
8) Press the “Laser” button ( enable hardware emission)on the front panel;
9) Send the start or stop emitting command to control the emission via RS-232.
See 4.8 to get the process of laser shutting down.
4.7.3 External control mode
Modulation Mode: When the duty cycle of the internal pulse is set to 100%, the laser
operates in external modulation mode. The laser is controlled by the user's "modulation" signal
provided by the external MOD interface. For the time sequence diagram, see [4.7.5 Control
sequence diagram].
Gate Mode: When the duty cycle of the internal pulse is less than 100%, the laser operates
in Gate mode. The laser is controlled by the MOD signal and internal frequency. MOD signal is
used to start and stop internal pulse signal. For the time sequence diagram, see [4.7.5 Control
sequence diagram].
The laser operates on external modulation mode by default.
5) Turn the key switch to the “REM” position (or turn the key switch to OFF, short the
SERVICE interface PIN 2, 3) and the “Power” indicator on the front panel light on;
6) Wait for 10s until the internal main control board circuit initialization is completed.
7) Set the power of the laser (the power is set by 0-10V analog single when the AD mode
is enabled, and the power is set by the PC software when the AD mode is off.）;
8) Give the emission enable signal in one of the following ways:
 Press the “Laser” button (enable hardware emission) on the front panel;
 PIN 18, 20 of the DB25 control interface is applied to 24V (enable hardware
emission);
 Send the start or stop emitting command (enable hardware emission) to control the
emission by Raycus software;
9) The laser is controlled by the user's "modulation" signal provided by the external MOD
interface
See 4.8 to get the process of laser shutting down.
4.7.4 AD mode
When PIN 20, 21 of the DB25 control interface is applied to 24V, the laser enters the
external AD mode, and the power of the laser is controlled by the voltage obtained by PIN 12,
13(1V-10% power, 10V-100% power).
When PIN 20, 21 is applied to 0V or left floating, the power of the laser is set by serial port
or Ethernet.
4.7.5 Control sequence diagram
Figure 10 Control sequence diagram of CW mode

Figure 11 Control sequence diagram of Pulse mode
Figure 12 Control sequence diagram of External AD mode

Figure 13 Control sequence diagram of Modulation mode
Figure 14 Control sequence diagram of Gate mode
4.7.6 Guide Laser control
Turn the key switch to the "REM" or "ON" position and power on the laser，“POWER”
green indicator is illuminated and the red guide laser is output. The red guide laser is off when
“LASER” button in front panel is pressed down or command “EMON” is sent via RS-232, while
the red laser is on when “LASER” is released or command “EMOFF” is sent via RS-232.
CAUTION: The red laser and the laser emission cannot be output at the
same time. If there is no red light output, please check if the "LASER"
button is released and command “EMOFF” is sent.
4.8 Steps of shutting down
Please turn off the laser in the order below:
1) Turn off the emission;
2) Turn the key switch to the "OFF" position and release “LASER” button;
3) Turn off the chiller;
4) If the product have air conditioner please waiting 10 minutes for the air conditioner to
continue working. If the laser does not have air conditioner, please ignore this step;
5) Disconnect the air switch;
6) Cover the output head protection cap;

5 Alarms and Solutions
5.1 Alarms Display
When the laser establishes communication with the client software, all alarm states of the
laser can be displayed on Raycus software homepage, as shown in Figure 32(Download the
Rsycus software and software manual, please log in to Raycus official website)
Figure 15 The homepage of Raycus software
If any alarm occurs (except for Interlock alarm) when the laser is running, the homepage
will display the alarm that occurs, and the ALARM light (yellow) on the front panel of the laser
will light up, the laser will stop emitting and lock.
When the Interlock is abnormal, the output of Ready signal is low, and the Interlock state is
abnormal in the software homepage, but the laser is not locked, and the ALARM light (yellow)
is not lit. The output of Ready signal is on high level when the Interlock is normal.
5.2 Alarm solutions
The instructions and solutions of alarms are as follows:
Table 11 Instructions and solutions for alarms of laser

Alarm name Alarm instructions and solutions

Instruction:
System Timer The internal clock of laser is abnormal.
Alarm Solution:
If it displays this alarm, please contact Raycus.
Instruction:
This alarm occurs when the “LASER” button on the front panel of the laser
has been pressed before the laser was powered on.
Laser On Button
Solution:
Alarm
Please power off the laser and pop up the ”LASER” button. Re-power the
laser and check if the alarm is released. If this alarm continues to occur, please
contact Raycus.
Instruction:
Occurs when the InterLock is disconnected.
InterLock Alarm Solution:
Short the InterLock pins and restart the laser to try. If this error continues to
occur, please contact Raycus.
Instruction:
Current Driver Alarm, this error occurs when the constant current driver board
Current Driver
inside the laser is abnormal.
Alarm
Solution:
Restart the laser, If this error continues to occur, please contact Raycus
Instruction:
1. Laser Out Alarm immediately occurs when the laser is powered.
Solution:
The laser will autolock after two times of this error occurs successive, please
contact Raycus
2. The laser will get this error when it does not emit with correct settings.
Laser Out Alarm
Solution:
Close the shutter and pop up the “LASER” button on the front panel of the
laser to check if the red guide light is output normally when it isn’t emitting. If
there is no red guide light, please stop using the laser immediately and contact
Raycus. If the red guide light output normally, please restart the laser to try, if
the alarm continues to occur, please contact Raycus.
Instruction:
The alarm is generated when the emission of the laser cannot reach the set
Laser Power Alarm value. Power error occurs only when the laser is emitting.
Solution:
Restart the laser, if this error continues to occur, please contact Raycus.
ACDC1 Alarm Instruction:
ACDC1 Error, failure of the laser power supply or sudden power failure of the
power supply system may cause an alarm.
Solution:
Check if the input AC voltage is normal. Restart the laser, if this error
continues to occur, please contact Raycus.
Instruction:
ACDC1 Error, Over current or overvoltage inside the laser may generate this
error.
ACDC2 Alarm
Solution:
Check if the input AC voltage is normal. Restart the laser, if this error
continues to occur, please contact Raycus.
Instruction:
Low temperature/high temperature alarm of the laser. The sensor in the laser
detects an abnormal temperature inside the laser. A high-temperature /
low-temperature error occurs when the temperature at the monitoring point
exceeds the set upper / lower limit.
Solution:
High temperature alarm, please check if the water-cooling system is normally
working, the water temperature is set correctly, and the water connection is
T1/T2 Alarm
correct. When the water cooling system works normally and the water
temperature drops below 30°C, restart the laser. If the alarm continues, please
contact Raycus.
Low temperature alarm, please check if the actual water temperature of the
water is too low. In addition, a low ambient temperature may also cause a low
temperature alarm when the laser is cold. Please wait until the water
temperature of the water rises above 10°C. If the alarm continues, please
contact Raycus.
Instruction:
The Hum Alarm of the laser, the internal temperature of the laser detects that
the current water-cooled plate temperature is lower than the internal dew point
temperature, and there is a risk of condensation.
Solution:
Hum Alarm Immediately stop using the laser. For RFL-C100~RFL-C1000, please improve
the working environment and after the ambient temperature is lower than
internal temperature of the laser, restart the laser (advice to configure alone
Air-conditioned room for the laser). For RFL-C100~RFL-C1000, please wait
for the air conditioner to run for 30 minutes before restart the laser. If the
alarm continues to occur, please contact Raycus.
In addition to the above, if there are any questions or errors in using of the laser, you can
contact Raycus to get help.

6 Warranty, Return and Maintenance
6.1 General Warranty

Raycus warrants that all Raycus fiber laser products are conformed to applicable product
specifications under normal use and are free from defects in materials and workmanship. The
warranties start on the date of shipment from Raycus for a period of time as set forth in the
applicable purchase contracts or product specifications. Raycus has the right to choose to repair
or replace any product that proves to be defective in materials and workmanship selectively
during the warranty period. Only products with particular defects are under warranty. Raycus
reserves the right to issue a credit note for any defective products produced in normal conditions.
6.2 Limitations of Warranty

The warranty does not cover the maintenance or reimbursement of our product of which the
problem results from tampering, disassembling, misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable
physical or operating environment, improper maintenance, damages caused by those who are not
from Raycus due to excessive use or not following the instructions. Customer has the
responsibility to understand and follow this instruction to use the device. Any damage caused by
fault operating is not warranted. Accessories and fiber connectors are excluded from this
warranty.
According to the warranty, client should write to us within 31 days after the defect is
discovered. This warranty does not involve any other party, including specified buyer, end-user
or customer and any parts, equipment or other products produced by other companies.
WARNING: It is the customer’s responsibility to understand and follow

operating instructions in this User Guide and specifications prior to
operation-failure to do so may void this warranty. Accessories and fiber
connectors are not covered by this warranty.
6.3 Service and Repair

 Do not open the device. There are no user serviceable parts, equipment or assemblies
for user in this product. All service and maintenance shall be performed by qualified Raycus
personnel.
 Please contact Raycus as soon as possible when problems under warranty about
maintenance happened to the product.
 The product returned with permission should be placed in a suitable container.
 If any damage happened to the product, please notify the carrier in document
immediately.
We reserve the right to make changes in design or constructions of any of our products
at any time without incurring any obligation to make changes or install the same on units
previously purchased.
All the items about warranty and service above provided by Raycus are for user’s
reference; formal contents about warranty and service are subject to the contract.
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What safety precautions should be followed when using this laser?

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What are the main components and features of this laser?

What are the main components and features of this laser?

Continuous-Wave Fiber Laser

Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd.

4.8 Steps of shutting down.................................................................................32

warnings, cautions, operating procedures and other instructions accordingly.

1.1 Symbols Used in this User Guide

WARNING: Refers to a potential hazard that may leads to a personal

CAUTION: Refers to potential a hazard that may leads to a minor

1.2 Laser Classification

1.3 Safety Labels

continuous-wave fiber laser, as shown in Figure 1:

Figure 1: Safety Label Locations of RFL-C1500X/RFL-C2000X

Table 1: Specifications of Safety Labels

(Take 500W for example)

6.Laser Radiation Hazard

1.4 Optical Safety

CAUTION: If the output of the device is delivered through a lens with

1.5 Electrical Safety

grounding must be firm and reliable.

WARNING: Any interruption from the protective earth will electrify

CAUTION: Failure to connect the correct voltage could damage the

1.6 Other Safety Rules

(2) Avoid using the laser in a dim or darkened environment.

by the device may be impaired and the warranty will be voided.

may be caused, and warranty will be void.

 Excellent beam quality

 High quality fiber output

 High Power Stability

 Continuously tunable output power, quick switching response

 Maintenance free operation

 High wall plug efficiency

 Convenient control interface

 High frequency modulation

2.2 Model Configuration

designation codes are illustrated in the following table:

Table 2 Model Names and Designation Codes

1 RFL-C series, continuous-wave (CW) fiber laser

2.3 Package Contents

2.4 Unpacking and Inspection

Raycus CW fiber laser is shipped in a package designed to provide maximum protection.

and Raycus immediately.

to ship the unit back for service at a later date.

2.5 Operation Environment

The basic operation conditions are listed in the table below:

Table 3 Basic Operation Conditions for the Laser

Model C1500X C2000X

Ambient Temperature（℃） 10～40

Relative Humidity（%） ＜70

1) Ensure reliable grounded before using the laser.

may be in abnormal working state and cause damage.

operating the laser.

 Do not expose this product to high humidity（＞95%）

Table 4 The Constant Dew Point Table

2.6 Precautions for Use

to connect power source correctly will damage the device;

damage is not covered by warranty.

Relative Humidity（%）＜70