LDM Series Laser Diode Modules 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...
LDM Series Laser Diode Modules Chapter 2: Safety Chapter 2 Safety Precautions of a general nature should be gathered here. Wherever possible, however, safety warnings, cautions, and notes should only appear immediately before the instructions to which they apply (versus being listed in this section). WARNING This unit must not be operated in explosive environments.
LDM Series Laser Diode Modules Chapter 2: Safety 2.1. Laser Safety The LDM series of lasers are rated in the 1, 3R, and 3B Laser Safety Class. According to Laser Institute of America: A Class 3B laser is hazardous if the eye is exposed directly, but diffuse reflection such as from paper or other matte surfaces are not harmful.
LDM Series Laser Diode Modules Chapter 3: Description Chapter 3 Description The LDM Series of compact laser sources are well suited to benchtop optical experiments. The LDM Series modules come in six wavelength versions: 405, 635, 670, 785, 850, and 1550 nm. The Ø1.40" by 5.8" housing contains a laser diode, collimating lens, and automatic power control circuit.
The unit should be located on a solid, dry working surface. If preferred, the unit can be secured to a standard optical breadboard using Thorlabs C1502, C1503, or VC3 V-groove mounts. For best performance, the unit should be oriented with its vent holes and cooling slots facing up.
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LDM Series Laser Diode Modules Chapter 4: Operation Turn the key-lock switch to the l (ON) position. The green LED will blink slowly. Key-lock switch currently in the off position Interlock control DC power with shorting supply in device Figure 2 Rear Control View of LDM Momentarily press the Enable switch.
Once the switch is in an open state, the laser diode must automatically shutdown. 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 in this manual.
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.
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