Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 1: Warning Symbol Definitions Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions Below is a list of warning symbols you may encounter in this manual or on your device. Symbol Description Direct Current Alternating Current Both Direct and Alternating Current Earth Ground Terminal Protective Conductor Terminal Frame or Chassis Terminal...
This unit must not be operated in explosive environments Thorlabs provides the proper power input cable for use in the United States. If using this unit anywhere else, the user will need to supply a properly grounded power cable to power the unit.
Chapter 3 Description The Thorlabs Fiber Coupled Laser Sources provide easy coupling and simple control of laser diode driven fiber optics. These laser sources are available in two versions, Fabry-Perot and Distributed Feed Back (DFB). The Fabry-Perot version comes in five available wavelength choices from 405 nm to 1550 nm with standard single mode fiber or polarization maintaining fiber output.
Setting the AC Line Voltage and Installing Fuses Your S1FC Series Laser Source has been shipped from Thorlabs configured for 115 VAC operation. If you are planning to operate your unit using a 220/230 VAC input, or need to replace an open fuse, you must perform the following procedure.
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Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 4: Setup Line Select Switch Set to either 110 or 220 V Fuse Holder Fuse is installed in the cover Figure 1 Locations of Line Select Switch and Fuse Holder Rev T, June 7, 2018 Page 5...
Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 4: Setup Chapter 5 Operation 3½ Digit Display 5.1. Front and Back Panel Overview Power Adjust Knob Laser Aperture FC/PC fiber optic connector Keylock Power Switch Turn on power to the unit. Key only removes when off Laser Output Cover Cover should be...
Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 4: Setup 5.2. Turning On the Source Turn the POWER key switch clockwise. The unit is ON when the display lights up. Make sure the Interlock Input is short-circuited, see page 8 for more details.. ...
ENABLE switch. All units shipped from Thorlabs are configured with a shorting device installed in the Interlock connector. If you are not going to use this feature then you can leave the shorting device installed and the unit will operate normally as described in the procedures above.
Chapter 7 General Maintenance Aside from the AC Input fuse there are no user serviceable parts in this product. If you suspect something has failed on the unit, please contact Thorlabs for advice on returning the unit for evaluation. 7.1. Cleaning The unit can be cleaned using a soft, slightly damp cloth.
Waste Treatment is Your Own Responsibility If you do not return an “end of life” unit to Thorlabs, you must hand it to a company specialized in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public waste disposal site.
Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 11: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Chapter 11 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts USA, Canada, and South America UK and Ireland Thorlabs, Inc. Thorlabs Ltd. 56 Sparta Avenue 1 Saint Thomas Place, Ely Newton, NJ 07860 Cambridgeshire CB7 4EX Great Britain...
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