User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S 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.
1.3 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 and Figure 2: Figure 1: Safety Label Locations of RFL-C100~C1000...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Figure 2: Safety Label Locations of RFL-C1500S/2000S 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...
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S 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.
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User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S (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.
3D Printing Scientific research 2.2 Model Configuration The series of Raycus continuous-wave fiber laser include 100W, 200W, 300W, 400W, 500W, 600W, 700W, 750W, 1000W, 1500W and 2000W, and the model designation codes are illustrated in the following table:...
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...
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.
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S 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.
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S (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;...
3 Installation 3.1 Dimensions The dimensions of Raycus CW fiber laser is divided into three types according to the laser model, among which RFL-C100 ~ RFL-C750 laser dimension is the first type, RFL-1000 laser dimension is the second type, RFL-C1500S and RFL-C200S laser dimension is the third type.
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Figure 3 (c) Top and Side view of RFL-C100 ~ RFL-C750 (unit: mm) 3.1.2 Dimension of RFL-C1000 Figure 4 shows dimensions of RFL-C1000. Figure 4 (a) Front panel view of RFL-C1000 (unit: mm)
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Figure 4 (b) Rear panel view of RFL-C1000 (unit: mm) Figure 4 (c) Top and Side view of RFL-C1000 (unit: mm) 3.1.3 Dimension of RFL-C1500S/C2000S Figure 5 shows dimensions of RFL-C1500S/C2000S (take RFL-C2000S for example,...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Figure 5 (a) Front panel view of RFL-C1500S/C2000S (unit: mm) Figure 5 (b) Rear panel view of RFL-C1500S/C2000S (unit: mm)
Figure 5 (c) Top and Side view of RFL-C1500S/C2000S (unit: mm) 3.2 Output Cables and installation Raycus CW fiber laser uses different laser output cables according to the laser model. 3.2.1 Output Cable of RFL-C100~RFL-C1000 The laser output cable of RFL-C100~RFL-C1000 is a self-made QBH output cable (optional QCS output head).
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...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S summer ( Ambient temperature is higher than 30℃) 29±0.5℃ (RFL-C100~RFL-C1000) summer (Ambient temperature is higher than 30℃) 25±0.5℃ (RFL-C1500S/C2000S) winter(Ambient humidity temperature is lower than 30℃)25±0.5℃ Coolant requirements: ...
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S 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;...
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User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S (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.
4.1 Front Panel The front panel style of Raycus CW fiber laser is divided into two types according to the laser model, among which RFL-C100~RFL-C1000 laser front panel style is the first type, RFL - C1500S/C2000S laser front panel style is the second type, as shown in the following:...
4.2 Rear Panel The rear panel style of Raycus CW fiber laser is divided into three types according to the laser model, among which RFL-C100~RFL-C750 laser front panel style is the first type,...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Figure 10 shows the rear panel of RFL-C100~RFL-C750 (take RFL-C750 for example, other models in the series have the same rear panel): Figure 10 Rear Panel View of RFL-C100~RFL-C750...
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5. RS-232: RS-232 serial port, Provide remote control and alarm information storage for the laser. Raycus provides a matching RS-232 serial communication cable. 6. SERVICE: Provide external functions of the customer. For details, please refer to Interface and Definition.
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S ETHERNET : Ethernet interface. Provide remote control and alarm information storage for the laser. 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.
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Each pin is defined as shown in Table 8 below. Table 8 SERVICE definition Name Function Voltage Remote switch (key), passive PowerA contact, can’t be connected to PowerB external voltage or ground Passive contact, can’t be connected...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Figure 15 MOD Cable-The Cable for Modulation Signal The modulation signal cable core is positive (24V) and the external metal mesh is negative (GND). Before the modulated signal is connected to the laser, please check the level.。...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Name In/Out Function Example max Current LASER enable Input Enable signal <8mA disable enable ADEN Output External AD model enable <8mA disable Ready Laser Output Ready signal <100mA Ready...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Figure 19 PIN8 and PIN24 internal circuit 3)PIN22 internal circuit Figure 20 PIN22 internal circuit 4)PIN23 internal circuit Figure 21 PIN32 internal circuit 4.4.4 RS-232 Serial Port Figure 22 shows the pin number of RS-232 serial port.
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A three-lines (RxD, TxD, GND) interface is used. For detail commands and description please see the introduction of PC software or ask Raycus to get the Communication protocol. The specific parameters of the RS-232 control interface are set as follows:...
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IP address. Step 3: If you use the Raycus PC software to control the laser, you need to find the folder where the PC software is located, open the laser configuration file “config.xml”, and write the newly laser IP address.
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Set newly IP address Read IP address of the laser If you do not use Raycus software, please go to the step 4 Set newly IP address in config.xml Configure TCP/IP in local PC (...
[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;...
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S 4.7 Control Modes 4.7.1 Wiring in different modes RS-232 RS-232 serial wire shorten INTERLOCK Signal of MOD Modulation Rear panel oflaser Power cord supply input source Figure 25 Wiring in RS-232 mode...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S 4.7.2 Internal control mode 5) Turn the key switch to the “ON” position and the “Power” indicator on the front panel light on; 6) Waiting for 10s until the internal main control board circuit initialization is completed;...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S PIN 7-9 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 the PC software;...
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Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S Pulse Mode——duty=50%<100% power >10s ready ALARM >1ms Laser on/off >1ms EMON/ EMOFF Laser Figure 28 Control sequence diagram of Pulse mode Modulation Mode——internal pluse duty=100% power >10s ready ALARM >1ms...
Wuhan Raycus Fiber Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. User Guide of RFL-C100~RFL-C2000S 4.7.6 Red light to control Turn the key switch to the "REM" or "ON" position and power up the laser,“POWER” green indicator light is on and the red guide light is output. The red guide light is off when “LASER”...
When the laser establishes communication with the client software, all alarm states of the laser can be displayed on the client software homepage, as shown in Figure 31( Download the PC software and software manual, please log in to Raycus official website) Figure 31...
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Current Driver Alarm, this error occurs when the constant current Current Driver Alarm driver board inside the laser is abnormal. 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:...
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The alarm is generated when the emission of the laser cannot reach the set value. Power error occurs only when the laser is emitting. Solution: Restart the laser, if this error continues to occur, please contact Raycus. Instruction: ACDC1 Error, failure of the laser power supply or sudden power failure of the power supply system may cause an alarm.
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(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.
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.
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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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