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  • Page 1 Series Operator’s Manual ® 4600 Campus Place Mukilteo, WA 98275 1.800.SYNRAD1 1.425.349.3500 1.425.349.3667 e-mail synrad@synrad.com www.synrad.com...
  • Page 2 Operator’s Manual Version 3.1 SYNRAD is a registered trademark of Novanta Corporation. Novanta Corporation 2018. © © All Rights Reserved. No reproduction without written authorization. DATE: December 2018...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ..........................f200/f400 lasers ..........................Mounting........................1-10 1-10 f100/f200 mounting ........................1-12 f201/f400 mounting ........................Connecting ........................1-15 1-15 Cooling connections ........................1-20 PS-96 power supply connections ..................... 1-25 Control connections ........................1-27 Other connections ......................... Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 4 ..................3-32 f400 general specifications ..................3-34 Firestar f100 package outline drawing ..............3-36 Firestar f200 package outline drawing ..............3-37 Firestar f201 package outline drawing ..............3-38 Firestar f400 package outline drawing ..............3-39 Packaging instructions ....................3-40 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 5 Cleaning optical components ....................Troubleshooting ......................4-6 Introduction............................Operational flowchart ........................Functional block diagram ......................Status LEDs ............................4-12 Laser fault indications ........................4-12 Resetting faults ..........................4-14 Other laser faults ..........................4-17 Beam delivery optics ........................Index Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 6 Figure 3-15 Firestar output driving relay ............3-22 Figure 3-16 Firestar output driving PLC input module .........3-23 Figure 3-17 Wiring Set 1 and Set 2 to power external circuits....3-24 Figure 3-18 Firestar f100 package outline and mounting dimensions ...3-36 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 7 Figure 3-22 Firestar f100 packaging instructions ..........3-40 Figure 3-23 Firestar f200 packaging instructions ..........3-41 Figure 3-24 Firestar f201 packaging instructions ..........3-42 Figure 3-25 Firestar f400 packaging instructions ..........3-43 Figure 4-1 Operational flowchart ...............4-7 Figure 4-2 f-Series functional block diagram ..........4-8 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 8 Quick Start Plug or interlock/shutter inputs not connected ....................4-10 Table 4-5 Interlock open condition ..............4-10 Table 4-6 Over Temperature fault ..............4-11 Table 4-7 Shutter closed condition ..............4-11 Table 4-8 VSWR fault .....................4-11 Table 4-9 Laser error codes .................4-12 viii Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 9 Trademark/copyright information SYNRAD, Firestar and Duo-Lase are registered trademarks of SYNRAD, Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2011, 2012 by SYNRAD, Inc. All rights reserved. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 10 If replace- ment parts are sent to you, then you are required to send the failed parts back to SYNRAD for evaluation unless otherwise instructed.
  • Page 11 E-mail: synrad@synrad.com Sales and Applications SYNRAD’s Regional Sales Managers work with customers to identify and develop the best CO laser solu- tion for a given application. Because they are familiar with you and your laser application, use them as a first point of contact when questions arise.
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  • Page 13: Terms

    Enclose the beam path whenever possible. Exposure to direct or dif- fuse CO laser radiation can seriously burn human or animal tissue, which may cause permanent damage. This product is not intended for use in explosive, or potentially explosive, atmospheres. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 14 Do not use air dusters containing difloroethane in any area adjacent to CO laser systems because difloroethane persists for long time periods over wide areas. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 15: Other Hazards

    This product contains components that are considered hazardous industrial waste. If a situation occurs where the laser is rendered non-functional and cannot be repaired, it may be returned to SYNRAD, Inc. who, for a fee, will ensure adequate disassembly, recycling and/or disposal of the product.

  • Page 16: F100 Label Locations

    Figure 1 Firestar f100 hazard label and CE label locations Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 17: F200 Label Locations

    Figure 2 Firestar f200 hazard label locations Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 18: F201 Label Locations

    Figure 3 Firestar f201 hazard label and CE label locations Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 19: F400 Label Locations

    Figure 4 Firestar f400 hazard label locations Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 20: Agency Compliance

    Standards for complete laser processing systems as specified by 21 CFR, Part 1040 or EN 60825-1. SYNRAD, Inc. assumes no responsibility for the compliance of the system into which OEM laser products are integrated.

  • Page 21: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Requirements

    47 CFR, Part 18, Radiated and Conducted Emissions. SYNRAD’s Firestar f200 and f400 lasers are not yet fully tested to the requirements of 47 CFR, Part 18, Radiated and Conducted Emissions.

  • Page 22: European Union (Eu) Requirements

    OEM models Firestar f-Series OEM lasers are OEM products intended for incorporation as components in laser processing systems. As supplied by SYNRAD, these lasers do not meet the requirements of EN 60825-1 without additional safeguards. European Union Directives state that “OEM...

  • Page 23: Table 1 Class 4 Safety Features

    Illuminates green when laser temperature is within operating limits, changing to red when thermal limits are exceeded. Warning Firestar exterior labels Labels attached to various external housing locations to warn personnel of potential laser hazards. 1 Keyswitch versions only Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 24: Table 2 European Union Directives (F100)

    Firestar f100 and f201 lasers have demonstrated performance characteristics that have met or exceeded the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. SYNRAD’s Firestar f200 and f400 lasers are not yet fully tested to the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. When integrating SYNRAD’s Firestar f-Series OEM lasers, the Buyer and/or integrator of the end system is responsible for meeting all applicable Standards to obtain the CE mark.

  • Page 25: Figure 5 European Compliance Mark

    European compliance mark RoHS compliance SYNRAD Firestar f-Series lasers meet the requirements of the European Parliament and Council Directive 2011/65/EU on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment that establishes maximum concentration values for certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

  • Page 26: F100 Declaration Of Conformity

    OEM lasers do not comply with EN 60825-1:2007, Safety of Laser Products. Buyers of OEM laser products are solely responsible for meeting applicable Directives and Standards for CE compliance and marking. Corporate Officer: European Contact: Synrad Europe Münchener Straße 2A D-82152 Planegg Germany Dave Clarke, President of SYNRAD, Inc. Dated 07 May 2012 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 27: F201 Declaration Of Conformity

    OEM lasers do not comply with EN 60825-1:2007, Safety of Laser Products. Buyers of OEM laser products are solely responsible for meeting applicable Directives and Standards for CE compliance and marking. Corporate Officer: European Contact: Synrad Europe Münchener Straße 2A D-82152 Planegg Germany Dave Clarke, President of SYNRAD, Inc. Dated 07 May 2012 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
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  • Page 29: Getting Started

    ■ Inventory – displays and describes all components shipped with your f-Series laser. ■ Mounting – describes how to attach your f-Series laser to a mounting surface. ■ Connecting – explains how to connect cooling tubing, power, and control cabling. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 30: Introduction

    Introduction Firestar f-Series lasers are part of a new line of small-footprint lasers from SYNRAD featuring high power ® and excellent beam quality. The circular beam provides more accurate cutting and faster processing speeds than competing technologies. With an integrated RF power supply, meaning no external RF cables, the compact laser housing mounts easily to flatbed cutters, robotic arms, or gantry systems making integration into your production line simple and fast.

  • Page 31: Unpacking

    Upon arrival, inspect all shipping containers for signs of damage. If you discover shipping damage, document the damage (photographically if possible), then immediately notify the shipping carrier and SYNRAD, Inc. The shipping carrier is responsible for any damage occurring during transportation from SYNRAD, Inc. to your receiving dock. Packaging guidelines Warning Lifting or moving Firestar f-Series lasers poses a potential for injury.

  • Page 32: Unpacking The F400 Laser

    Note: Do not lift or support the f400 laser using the cooling fittings. Lift the laser using the lifting handles, mounting feet or baseplate only. After removing the f400 laser, pull out all the accessory items packaged with the laser. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 33: Removing The Lifting Handles

    Retain the three M10 × 1.5 capscrews. Use these bolts for mounting if metric fasteners are required. Store the lifting attachments so that they can be reinstalled if the f400 is moved to another location. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 34: Inventory

    SYNRAD CO synrad laser manuals Laser's Manual CD Quick Start Plug Chiller Fittings and Mounting Bolts Cooling Tubing DC Power Cable Firestar f-Series Laser (f100 shown) Figure 1-3 Firestar f100/f201 shipping box contents Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 35: Table 1-1 F100/F201 Ship Kit Contents

    Cooling Kit – adapts the laser’s straight 1/2-inch coolant fittings to 90° adaptor fittings for either 1/2-inch standard or 12-mm metric cooling tubing. Final Test Report (not shown) – contains data collected during the laser’s final pre-shipment test. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 36: F200/F400 Lasers

    SYNRAD CO synrad laser manuals Laser's Manual CD Quick Start Plug (2) Chiller Fittings and Mounting Bolts Cooling Tubing DC Power Cable (2) Firestar f-Series Laser (f200 shown) Figure 1-4 Firestar f200/f400 shipping box contents Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 37: Table 1-2 F200/F400 Ship Kit Contents

    Cooling Kit – adapts the laser’s straight 1/2-inch coolant fittings to 90° adaptor fittings for either 1/2-inch standard or 12-mm metric cooling tubing. Final Test Report (not shown) – contains data collected during the laser’s final pre-shipment test. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 38: Mounting

    Caution SYNRAD does not recommend mounting lasers in a vertical “head- down” or “tail-down” orientation. If you must mount your laser in possible this manner, please contact the factory for limitations as a vertical orientation increases the risk of damage to the laser’s output optic.

  • Page 39: Figure 1-6 Fastening F100/F200 From Below

    Insert the three 1/4–20 × 3/4" capscrews through the mounting surface into the threaded holes of Firestar’s baseplate. Turn the screws by hand until the threads engage. Evenly tighten all three capscrews to a maximum torque of 6.1 N m (54 in lb). Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 40: F201/F400 Mounting

    Figure 1-8 Fastening f201/f400 from above Assemble three spherical washer sets as detailed in the Outline and Mounting drawing. Place the spherical washer sets over the threaded holes in your mounting surface. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 41: Figure 1-9 Detail Of Fastening Into Mounting Surface

    These hole locations (referenced by Note 1 or Note 3 on the O & M drawings) should correspond to the threaded holes labeled “M”, for metric, or “S”, for standard, as shown in Figure 1-10. Top View (f400 model shown) Cooling fittings removed for clarity Figure 1-10 Fastening f201/f400 from below Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 42: Figure 1-11 Detail Of Fastening Into Laser

    Evenly tighten all three capscrews. For M8 capscrews, torque to 12 N m; for M10 capscrews, tighten to 24 N m. When using 5/16" capscrews, torque to a value of 13 ft lb; for 3/8" capscrews, tighten to 23 ft lb. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 43: Connecting

    DO NOT REMOVE OR ADJUST THESE FITTINGS! damage Each laser is shipped with a cooling kit that includes 90° push-on tubing connectors to adapt the brass fittings to your choice of stan- dard (1/2-inch) or metric (12-mm) cooling tubing. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 44 For SYNRAD lasers, the minimum coolant setpoint is 18 °C (64 °F) so glycol is not neces- sary unless the chiller is subjected to freezing temperatures. If tap water is used, chloride levels should not exceed a concentration of 25 parts per million (PPM) and total hardness should be below 100 PPM.

  • Page 45: Table 1-3 Dew Point Temperatures

    For example, if the air temperature is 85 °F (29 °C) and the relative humidity is 60%, then the dew point temperature is 70 °F (21 °C). Adjust the chiller’s temperature setpoint to 72 °F (22 °C) to prevent condensation from forming inside the laser. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 46: Figure 1-12 Firestar F100/F201 Cooling Connections

    Cut and connect a length of cooling tubing to fit between the WATER OUT port on the rear of the laser and the chiller’s Inlet port. Caution Inlet cooling water temperature must always be maintained above the dew point to prevent condensation and water damage to your Firestar possible laser. equipment damage Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 47: Figure 1-13 Firestar F200/F400 Cooling Connections

    Connect the other end of each length of tubing to the “Y” fitting (included in the Ship Kit). Cut and connect a length of tubing to fit between the chiller’s Outlet port and the center of the “Y” fitting. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 48: Ps-96 Power Supply Connections

    Contacting energized terminals serious may result in serious personal injury or death. Protect all 96 VDC connections from incidental contact in accordance with National, personal State, and Local requirements for electrical insulation and labeling. injury Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 49: Figure 1-14 Ps-96 Rear View

    On the lug end of the cable, attach the black wire with the minus “–” marker to the negative (–) 96 VDC output terminal on the DC power supply. Tighten the terminal nut to a maximum torque of 4.0 N m (35 in lb). Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 50 On the plug end of the cable, line up the keys on the end of the connector with the slots in the DC POWER connector on the laser’s rear panel. Fully insert the plug into the DC POWER connector and then twist the lock ring 1/4 turn clockwise until it locks into position. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 51: Table 1-4 Three-Phase Ac Electrical Recommendations

    PS-96 AC input section Three-phase operation (recommended) SYNRAD’s PS-96 DC power supply is capable of supplying 96 VDC at 47 amperes maximum. Three-phase AC input power requirements for the PS-96 supply are 105–264 VAC, 3Ø (three phase with ground phase to phase), 23 A maximum per phase, 47–63 Hz. Table 1-4 provides recommendations for three-phase input wiring and fusing.

  • Page 52: Table 1-5 Single-Phase Ac Electrical Recommendations

    Connect the third AC hot wire, typically blue, to the input terminal labeled “L3/N”. Single-phase operation Single-phase input power requirements for SYNRAD’s PS-96 DC power supply are 208–264 VAC, 1Ø (single phase), 20 A maximum, 47–63 Hz. Table 1-5 provides recommendations for single-phase input wiring and fusing.

  • Page 53: Control Connections

    All control connections to Firestar f-Series lasers are made through the 15-pin User I/O connector on the rear panel. The User I/O port receives power commands from SYNRAD’s UC-2000 Universal Laser Controller or FH Series Marking Head and also serves as the connection point for auxiliary signals be- tween the laser and any parts handling, automation, or monitoring equipment.
  • Page 54 UC-2000’s wall plug transformer. Connect the mini-DIN connector on the other end of the UC-2000’s Power/Control cable to the Laser connector on the UC-2000’s rear panel. Plug the compact transformer into any 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz outlet. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 55 User I/O pinouts and signal descriptions. See Integrating Firestar safety features, also in the Tech- nical Reference chapter, for detailed instructions on integrating Firestar’s keyswitch, shutter, and remote interlock functions with automated control systems. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 56: Other Connections

    > 99.9996% purity; filtered to ISO Class 1 particulate level Compressed Instrument-grade air filtered and dried to ISO 8573-1:2010 Class 1, 2, 1 (< 10 1.0–5.0 µm particles/m ; < –40 °F dew point; < 0.01 mg/m oil vapor) Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 57: Operation

    This chapter contains the following information: ■ Controls and indicators – displays and describes exterior controls and indicators on Firestar f-Series lasers. ■ Initial start-up – explains how to start your Firestar f-Series laser while verifying proper operation. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 58: Controls And Indicators

    Diode Pointer Power Connector (f100 only) – provides a convenient +5 VDC, 50 mA receptacle to power a visible red diode pointer (available from SYNRAD as an optional accessory). WATER OUT and WATER IN Ports – provides connection points for Firestar’s cooling system using non-removable straight 1/2-inch fittings.

  • Page 59: Figure 2-2 Firestar F201 Controls And Indicators

    16 Gas Purge Connector (f201 only) – provides a low pressure nitrogen (or pure air) purge gas connec- tion to prevent dust and debris from entering the laser housing and damaging electronic or optical components. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 60: F200/F400 Lasers

    Diode Pointer Power Connector (f200 only) – provides a convenient +5 VDC, 50 mA receptacle to power a visible red diode pointer (available from SYNRAD as an optional accessory). WATER OUT and WATER IN Ports – provides connection points for Firestar’s cooling system using non-removable straight 1/2-inch fittings.

  • Page 61: Figure 2-4 Firestar F400 Controls And Indicators

    16 Gas Purge Connector (f400 only) – provides a low pressure nitrogen (or pure air) purge gas connec- tion to prevent dust and debris from entering the laser housing and damaging electronic or optical components. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 62: Initial Start-Up

    When performing the initial start-up sequence, you must first connect the Quick Start Plug or you must provide the required Remote Interlock and Shutter Open Request signals to the User I/O connector. See User I/O connections in the Technical Reference chapter for User I/O pinouts and signal descriptions. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 63 If the factory-wired Quick Start Plug is installed, the Remote Interlock indicator will illuminate green and the Shutter indicator will illuminate blue—if the manual Shutter Switch is Open. The Temp indi- cator will illuminate green if laser temperature is within safe operating limits. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 64 Note: For remote operation (Keyswitch lasers), it is possible to set the Keyswitch to the ON position and use the Remote Reset/Start Request input (on the User I/O connector) as a remote keyswitch, similar to other SYNRAD laser models. Warning...

  • Page 65: Without A Uc-2000 Controller

    Turn on the chiller and set the temperature setpoint between 18 °C–22 °C. Verify that the chiller is delivering the recommended flow rate for your laser at less than 414 kPa (60 PSI) of pressure. Exam- ine all cooling connections carefully and ensure that they do not leak. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 66 Note: For remote operation (Keyswitch lasers), it is possible to set the Keyswitch to the ON position and use the Remote Reset/Start Request input (on the User I/O connector) as a remote keyswitch, similar to other SYNRAD laser models. Warning...
  • Page 67 Shut off gas purge flow to the laser. In dirty or dusty environments; however, it may be necessary to purge the laser continuously to prevent contamination of internal optics. If your Firestar f-Series laser fails to lase, refer to Troubleshooting in the Maintenance/Troubleshooting chapter for troubleshooting information. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
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  • Page 69: Technical Reference

    ■ Firestar f400 package outline drawing – illustrates laser package outline and mount- ing dimensions for f400 lasers. ■ Packaging instructions – illustrates how to package Firestar f-Series lasers for ship- ment. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 70: Technical Overview

    SYNRAD, Inc. Firestar’s pat- ® ented “f” technology, based on an unstable free-space resonator design, enables SYNRAD to economically produce a symmetrical laser beam from a small but powerful laser capable of operating for many years with virtually no maintenance.

  • Page 71: Internal Rf Power Supply

    Technical overview Caution Because of their smaller beam diameter, Firestar lasers have signifi- cantly higher power densities than previous SYNRAD lasers. This possible means that any contamination on the laser’s output coupler (or on any beam delivery optic) can absorb enough energy to damage one or equipment more optics in the beam path.

  • Page 72: Optical Setup

    In fixed-length delivery systems where the laser is positioned only one meter away from the focusing optic and a small spot size is required, an expander/collimator is again the best solution to provide the required beam expansion before reaching the focusing optic. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 73: Table 3-1 Assist Gas Purity Specifications

    > 99.997% purity; filtered to ISO Class 1 particulate level Nitrogen Cutting/Drilling High Purity Grade > 99.9500% purity; filtered to ISO Class 1 particulate level Oxygen Cutting/Drilling Ultra Pure Grade > 99.9998% purity; filtered to ISO Class 1 particulate level Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 74: Controlling Laser Power

    Operating modes Control signals Much of the information provided in this section describes the use of a SYNRAD UC-2000 Universal La- ser Controller to provide PWM Command signals to the f-Series laser. If using an alternate method of laser control, thoroughly review this section, Controlling laser power, as well as the following section, User I/O connections, for an understanding of the signal requirements necessary to control Firestar lasers.

  • Page 75: Figure 3-3 Typical Firestar F-Series Waveforms

    +0.8 VDC while the laser on voltage, typically 5 V, can range from +3.5 V to +6.7 VDC. Base frequency, the second parameter, is the repetition rate of the PWM input signal. The standard base frequency is 5 kHz, which has a period of 200 µs. Maximum PWM frequency is 100 kHz. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 76: Operating Modes

    UC-2000 Controller. The Controller is connected normally to the laser and analog voltage or current signals sent to the UC-2000’s ANV/C connector then control both laser gating and power. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 77 Note: SYNRAD lasers are designed for maximum performance using a 95% duty cycle. Increasing the maximum PWM percentage beyond 95% greatly increases the laser’s heat load with little or no corresponding increase in laser output power. Continuous operation at 99% duty cycle may lead to thermal instability and optical degradation.
  • Page 78 While this situation can occur when using PWM Command signal frequencies of 5 kHz and less, it is im- portant to note that it isn’t the Command signal frequency itself that is the determining factor but rather this behavior happens only when the off time between PWM pulses exceeds 200 microseconds. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 79: User I/O Connections

    This bi-directional switched output is internally connected to Pin 13, Output Common, when laser temperature is above safe operating limits (Temp LED illuminated red). The output is open (high impedance) when laser temperature is within limits (Temp LED green). Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 80 This bi-directional switched output is internally connected to Pin 13, Output Common, when remote interlock circuitry is open (Remote Interlock indicator illuminated red), indi- cating that lasing is disabled. The output is open (high impedance) when lasing is enabled (Remote Interlock indicator green). Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 81: Input/Output Signals

    Failure to do so may damage the laser. equipment damage Pin 8 Pin 1 Remote OFF/RESET Interlock Temp Ready Shutter Lase FUSE 20A FAST DC POWER 96 VDC 18A MAX USER I/O Pin 15 Pin 9 Figure 3-5 User I/O connector pinouts Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 82: Figure 3-6 Auxiliary Power Supply Wiring

    This pin is the only User I/O pin that is connected to the laser’s chassis ground. Do not use this pin for grounding if I/O circuits are powered from an external customer-supplied DC power source. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 83 Refer to Controlling laser power in this chapter for further information on laser control signals. Connect the PWM signal source return to Pin 1, PWM Return. See Table 3-4 for input circuit specifications. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 84: Figure 3-7 Quick Start Plug Wiring Diagram

    Pin 1 Pin 4 +5 VDC Pin 10 Shutter Open Request Pin 11 Input Common PWM Input BNC Pin 12 Aux. DC Power Ground Pin 15 Pin 9 Figure 3-7 Quick Start Plug wiring diagram Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 85: Figure 3-8 Input Equivalent Schematic

    On state Vmin ±5.0 VDC @ 7 mA On state (continuous) Vmax ±24.0 VDC @ 40 mA Note: The Remote Reset/Start Request input must not be sent until Firestar’s +5 VDC power supply has stabilized (approximately 200 ms after DC power-up). Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 86 This output is open (high impedance) when the laser is enabled (Remote Interlock indicator green). When this output is initially switched open, there is a five-second delay during which lasing is inhibited. See Table 3-5 for output circuit specifications. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 87: Figure 3-9 Output Equivalent Schematic

    (13) OUTPUT COMMON 0.3 A FUSE, SELF-RESETTING Figure 3-9 Output equivalent schematic Table 3-5 Output circuit specifications Output Device Specifications Bi-directional MOSFET 2.5 Ohms Rdson 10 MOhms Off Voltage ±24 VDC, max. Current 50 mA, max. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 88: Sample I/O Circuits

    Firestar’s input circuit. USER I/O PINS Close switch to enable interlock –12 VDC (3) REMOTE INTERLOCK 0 VDC (11) INPUT COMMON Figure 3-11 Customer-supplied interlock, negative voltage Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 89: Figure 3-12 Plc Driven Interlock Signal

    PLC’s output module. OUTPUT USER I/O PINS MODULE (11) INPUT COMMON (+5–24V) (2) REMOTE RESET/START REQUEST (3) REMOTE INTERLOCK (10) SHUTTER OPEN REQUEST Figure 3-13 Multiple PLC driven inputs Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 90: Figure 3-14 Firestar Output Driving Warning Lamp

    Firestar outputs. USER I/O PINS (5) +24 VDC AUXILIARY POWER (6) LASER ACTIVE (12) AUX.DC POWER GROUND (13) OUTPUT COMMON Figure 3-15 Firestar output driving relay Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 91: Figure 3-16 Firestar Output Driving Plc Input Module

    PLC inputs. INPUT USER I/O PINS MODULE (13) OUTPUT COMMON (+5–24V) (6) LASER ACTIVE (7) OVER TEMPERATURE (8) LASER READY (14) SHUTTER OPEN (15) INTERLOCK OPEN Figure 3-16 Firestar output driving PLC input module Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 92: F200/F400 I/O Connections

    Connect the junction of Pins 11/12/13 from Set 1 to the junction of Pins 11/13 on Set 2. Connect remaining input/output signals as required to the appropriate pins on both the Set 1 and Set 2 User I/O connectors. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 93: Dc Power Cables

    Table 3-7 provides pinout information for f201 and f400 DC Power cable connectors. Table 3-7 f201/f400 DC Power connector pinouts Function Wire Color Code Terminal Designation +96 VDC – VDC Black +96 VDC – VDC Black Ground Green Shell Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 94: Integrating Firestar Safety Features

    Pin 2. Your control system can monitor the laser’s ready status on the User I/O connector by connecting your system’s input between Pin 8, Laser Ready, and Pin 13, Output Common (see Figure 3-16). Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 95: Shutter Functions

    This output is closed when remote interlock circuitry is open (Remote Interlock LED illuminated red). The output is open (in a high-impedance state) and the Remote Interlock LED is green when interlock circuitry is closed. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 96: F100 General Specifications

    3 100 Hz, 10% duty cycle, average power as read by laser power meter, then multiplied by 10. 4 From cold start (guaranteed) at 95% duty cycle. 5 After two minutes (typical) at 95% duty cycle. 6 Measured at laser output. 7 FCC and CE tested at 5 kHz. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 97 8 Firestar f100 lasers can be operated at coolant temperatures up to 24 °C (75 °F) in order to reduce problems associated with condensation; however, this may result in decreased laser performance and/or reduced laser lifetime. 9 Published specifications guaranteed at a cooling temperature of 22 °C. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 98: F200 General Specifications

    3 100 Hz, 10% duty cycle, average power as read by laser power meter, then multiplied by 10. 4 From cold start (guaranteed) at 95% duty cycle. 5 After two minutes (typical) at 95% duty cycle. 6 Measured at laser output. 7 Tested at 5 kHz. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 99 8 Firestar f200 lasers can be operated at coolant temperatures up to 24 °C (75 °F) in order to reduce problems associated with condensation; however, this may result in decreased laser performance and/or reduced laser lifetime. 9 Published specifications guaranteed at a cooling temperature of 22 °C. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 100: F201 General Specifications

    3 100 Hz, 10% duty cycle, average power as read by laser power meter, then multiplied by 10. 4 From cold start (guaranteed) at 95% duty cycle. 5 After two minutes (typical) at 95% duty cycle. 6 Measured at laser output. 7 FCC and CE tested at 5 kHz. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 101 8 Firestar f201 lasers can be operated at coolant temperatures up to 28 °C (82 °F) in order to reduce problems associated with condensation; however, this may result in decreased laser performance and/or reduced laser lifetime. 9 Published specifications guaranteed at a cooling temperature of 22 °C. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 102: F400 General Specifications

    3 100 Hz, 10% duty cycle, average power as read by laser power meter, then multiplied by 10. 4 From cold start (guaranteed). 5 After two minutes (typical). 6 Measured at laser output. 7 Tested at 5 kHz. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 103 8 Firestar f400 lasers can be operated at coolant temperatures up to 28 °C (82 °F) in order to reduce problems associated with condensation; however, this may result in decreased laser performance and/or reduced laser lifetime. 9 Published specifications guaranteed at a cooling temperature of 22 °C. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 104: Firestar F100 Package Outline Drawing

    Firestar f100 package outline drawing Figure 3-18 Firestar f100 package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 105: Firestar F200 Package Outline Drawing

    Firestar f200 package outline drawing Figure 3-19 Firestar f200 package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 106: Firestar F201 Package Outline Drawing

    Firestar f201 package outline drawing Figure 3-20 Firestar f201 package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 107: Firestar F400 Package Outline Drawing

    Firestar f400 package outline drawing Figure 3-21 Firestar f400 package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 108: Packaging Instructions

    Packaging instructions Figure 3-22 Firestar f100 packaging instructions Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 109: Figure 3-23 Firestar F200 Packaging Instructions

    Packaging instructions Figure 3-23 Firestar f200 packaging instructions Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 110: Figure 3-24 Firestar F201 Packaging Instructions

    Packaging instructions Figure 3-24 Firestar f201 packaging instructions Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 111: Figure 3-25 Firestar F400 Packaging Instructions

    Packaging instructions Figure 3-25 Firestar f400 packaging instructions Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
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  • Page 113: Maintenance

    Use information in this chapter to perform maintenance or troubleshoot your Firestar f-Series laser. This chapter contains the following information: ■ Maintenance – describes typical f-Series maintenance procedures. ■ Troubleshooting – explains how to troubleshoot common f-Series problems. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 114: Disabling F-Series Lasers

    Caution If you operate your laser or marking head in a dirty or dusty environ- ment, contact SYNRAD about the risks of doing so and precautions possible you can take to increase the longevity of your laser, marking head, and associated optical components.

  • Page 115: Storage/Shipping

    When finished, cap all connectors to prevent debris from entering the cooling system. When shipping SYNRAD lasers to another facility, we highly recommend that you ship the unit in its original SYNRAD shipping container. If you no longer have the original shipping box and inserts, contact SYNRAD Customer Service about purchasing replacement packaging.

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    Latex gloves or finger cots Powder-free Air bulb Clean air bulb Ethyl or isopropyl alcohol Spectroscopic or reagent grade Acetone Spectroscopic or reagent grade Lens wipe (preferred) Optical (cleanroom) quality Cotton balls or cotton swabs High-quality surgical cotton/high-quality paper-bodied Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 117 Carefully examine the optic under a good light. Certain contaminants or damage such as pitting cannot be removed. In these cases the optic must be replaced to prevent catastrophic failure. Repeat Steps 4 through 6 as required, removing all traces of contaminants and deposits. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 118: Introduction

    This section is designed to help isolate problems to the module level only. Problems on circuit boards or the laser tube are outside the scope of this guide because they are not user-serviceable assemblies; do not attempt to repair them. Contact SYNRAD or a SYNRAD Authorized Distributor for repair or replace- ment information.

  • Page 119: Operational Flowchart

    OFF/RESET and then Ready indicator Ready indicator back to ON Yellow? Yellow? (on OEM lasers, cycle DC power) Apply PWM Command signal to laser Lase indicator illuminates Red to indicate laser output Figure 4-1 Operational flowchart Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 120: Functional Block Diagram

    Troubleshooting Functional block diagram Figure 4-2 is a functional block diagram illustrating the f-Series’s control architecture. Figure 4-2 f-Series functional block diagram Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 121: Status Leds

    Although the Ready lamp may light while the Shutter LED is Off (Shutter Switch Closed or Shutter Open Request signal missing), no power is applied to the RF boards until both Ready and Shutter indicators are illuminated. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 122: Table 4-3 Normal Operating Condition

    Output Signal Output Status Remote Interlock Interlock Open Closed Temp Green Over Temperature Open Ready Laser Ready Open Shutter Blue Shutter Open Closed Lase (tickle inactive) Laser Active Open Lase (if PWM applied) Laser Active Open Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 123: Table 4-6 Over Temperature Fault

    Closed A continuously flashing Shutter LED indicates a VSWR fault and the laser is limited to a maximum pulse length of 12 µs (ap- proximately 6% duty cycle at 5 kHz) until the fault clears. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 124: Laser Fault Indications

    Because exposure to 10.6 µm CO laser radiation can inflict severe injury corneal injuries and seriously burn human tissue, the OEM or System Integrator must ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to prevent unintended lasing. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 125 On Keyswitch-equipped lasers, you must also toggle the Keyswitch from OFF/RESET to ON (or apply a ±5–24 VDC Remote Reset/Start Request pulse with the Keyswitch set to ON). When the Ready LED illuminates, lasing is enabled after a five-second delay. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 126: Other Laser Faults

    Keyswitch-equipped lasers, you must also toggle the Keyswitch from OFF/RESET to ON (or apply a ±5–24 VDC Remote Reset/Start Request pulse with the Keyswitch set to ON) When the Ready LED illumi- nates, lasing is enabled after a five-second delay. If the RF Drive DC fault reappears, contact SYNRAD or a SYNRAD Authorized Distributor.
  • Page 127 If there is much less than the recommend flow, check the cooling path for kinked or pinched cooling tubes or check the chiller for a clogged or dirty filter. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 128 Over Temperature output – Open Ready LED – Yellow Laser Ready output – Closed Shutter LED – Blue Shutter Open output – Closed Lase LED – Off or On Laser Active output – Open or Closed Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

  • Page 129: Beam Delivery Optics

    Do not use air injury dusters containing difloroethane in any area adjacent to CO laser systems because difloroethane persists for long time periods over wide areas. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 130 Troubleshooting Caution If you operate your laser or marking head in a dirty or dusty environ- ment, contact SYNRAD about the risks of doing so and precautions possible you can take to increase the longevity of your laser, marking head, and associated optical components.
  • Page 131 Refer to Table 3-1, Assist gas purity specifications, in the Technical Reference chapter for a list of common assist gases and their corresponding filtering and drying specifications. Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
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  • Page 133 Beam delivery optics 3-4 base frequency, 3-7 caution, 3-5, 4-2, 4-3, 4-18 PWM duty cycle, 3-8 radiation danger, 4-4, 4-18 signal amplitude, 3-7 troubleshooting, 4-17–4-19 signal specifications, 3-8 Beam diameter 3-3 Compliance 8–13 specifications, 3-28, 3-30, 3-32, 3-34 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 134 Declaration of Conformity Cooling connections 1-15–1-20 Firestar f100, 14 Cooling kit 1-7, 1-9, 1-15, 1-18, 1-19 Firestar f201, 15 Cooling ports 1-18, 1-19, 1-20, 2-2, 2-4 Delivery optics 3-4, 4-17–4-19 Cooling tubing 1-7, 1-9 Dew point Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 135 3-2–3-5 specifications, 3-30–3-31 troubleshooting, 4-6–4-19 f201 Firestar baseplate 1-10 label locations, 6 mounting, 1-10–1-14 mounting drawing, 3-38 Five-second delay 8, 11, 2-2, 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, packaging instructions, 3-42 2-6, 2-8, 2-10, 3-11, 3-12, 3-15, 3-16, Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 136 Hex wrench 1-5, 1-9 Inventory f100/f201 lasers, 1-6–1-7 f100/f201 ship kit contents, 1-7 f200/f400 lasers, 1-8–1-9 Incoming inspection 1-3 f200/f400 ship kit contents, 1-9 Indicators and controls 2-2–2-5 I/O connections Initial start-up 2-6–2-11 with a UC-2000 Controller, 2-6–2-9 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 137 Maintenance 4-2–4-5 cleaning optical components, 4-3–4-5 Other laser faults 4-14–4-17 daily inspections, 4-2–4-3 Outline and mounting drawings 3-36–3-39 disabling Firestar, 4-2 storage/shipping, 4-3 Output circuit equivalent schematic, 3-19 Marking/engraving operation 3-10 signal descriptions, 3-11–3-12, 3-18 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 138 3-11, 3-15, 3-16, 3-17, 3-20, 3-24, 3-27, 4-12, 4-13, 4-15 3Ø operation, 1-23–1-24 DC Power cable, 1-20–1-23 signal description, 3-11, 3-15 f100/f200 lasers, 1-21–1-22 signal specifications, 3-17 f201/f400 lasers, 1-22–1-23 Remote Reset/Start Request input 2-8, 2-10, Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 139 Shutter switch 8, 11, 2-2, 2-4, 2-7, 2-8, 2-10, 2-11, 3-3, 3-12, 3-16, 3-18, Tubing. See Cooling tubing 3-27, 4-9, 4-13, 4-16 Specifications assist gas purity, 3-5 general, 3-28–3-35 UC-2000 Laser Controller 3-6, 3-7, 3-8, 3-9 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...
  • Page 140 Quick Start Plug, 1-27, 2-6, 3-16 toxic exposure, 4-2, 4-18 UC-2000 Gate logic, 3-9 Warning labels 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 4-3 Warranty information x Water cooling chiller guidelines, 1-16 coolants, 1-16 coolant temperature, 1-16–1-17 fittings, 1-15 Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual...

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