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- Page 1 Original Instructions Cube LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS Cube App Revision 10 EN - 03/2021...
- Page 3 Cube IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. KEEP FOR FUTURE USE. Revision 10 EN - 03/2021...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Cube Table of contents Basic safety instructions Symbol explanation About this operating manual Conditions at the installation site Important notes on the lithium-ion battery Charging the lithium-ion battery ............12 Storing the device with a permanently installed lithium-ion battery ..12 Dangers to health and the environment in the event of damage to the lithium-ion battery ................ - Page 5 Measuring results display ..............40 14.6.1 Display the current measurement in the toolbench Cube measurement ................. 40 14.6.2 Display of the measurements stored in the Cube ....41 14.7 Delete measured values from the memory of the Cube ......43...
- Page 6 Cube Measuring with the optional Cube App Maintenance and service 16.1 Exchanging the protective window on the device ......... 45 16.1.1 Safety instructions ..............46 16.1.2 Exchanging the protective window ......... 47 Measures for the product disposal Declaration of conformity...
- Page 7 Beam quality factor M² Development, production and calibration of the measuring devices is performed at PRIMES. This guarantees optimum quality, excellent service, and a short reaction time, providing the basis for us to meet all of our customers’ requirements quickly and reliably.
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Page 8: Basic Safety Instructions
In addition, there is an increased risk to health and life. Only use the device in such a way that there is no risk of injury. If you still have questions after reading this operating manual, please contact PRIMES or your supplier for your own safety. - Page 9 Cube • Install safety switches or emergency safety mechanisms that allow the laser to be switched off immediately. • Use suitable beam guidance and beam absorber elements which do not emit any hazardous substances when irradiated. • Wear safety goggles adapted to the power, power density, laser wave length and operating mode of the laser beam source in use.
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Page 10: Symbol Explanation
Cube Symbol explanation The following symbols and signal words indicate possible residual risks: DANGER Means that death or serious physical injuries will occur if necessary safety precautions are not taken. WARNING Means that death or serious physical injuries can occur if necessary safety precautions are not taken. -
Page 11: About This Operating Manual
Cube, the Cube App or the optional LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS. With the Cube App for mobile devices with Android™ you can operate and evaluate the device via a smartphone/tablet. The Cube App is available for free in Google Play-Store/ Apps. -
Page 12: Important Notes On The Lithium-Ion Battery
Cube Important notes on the lithium-ion battery The device is equipped with a permanently installed rechargeable battery. Be aware that this battery may ignite at high temperatures. For operation, storage and shipping, refer to the information according to chapter 19, „Technical data“, on page 50. -
Page 13: Device Description
Cube Device description Functional description With its compact dimensions, the device is used in the narrow conditions of laser sys- tems for power measurement. Normally, the device is positioned underneath the focus position of the beam path. If this is not possible, the device can be positioned above the focus. -
Page 14: Transport
Cube Transport NOTICE Damaging/Destruction of the device Hard impacts or dropping the device can damage the optical and electri- cal components. X Handle the device carefully when transporting or installing it. Revision 10 EN - 03/2021... -
Page 15: Installation/Removal
X Do not touch the protective window. X Only operate the device with a clean protective window. Mounting position The Cube can be mounted vertically or horizontally. Revision 10 EN - 03/2021... -
Page 16: Align The Device
Cube Align the device The device must be aligned to the laser beam. The laser beam must hit the inlet aper- ture in the middle and perpendicular. Please mind and adhere to the specifications and limit values given in chapter 19, „Technical data“, on page 50. -
Page 17: Install The Device
Cube Install the device Align the device with the laser beam as described in chapter 8.3 on page 16 and Fig. 8.1 on page 16. Install the device with the mounting threads as shown in Fig. 8.2 on page 17. Ensure a stable installation of the device: •... -
Page 18: Connections
Cube Connections Safety interlock connection Micro-USB socket Fig. 9.1: Connections Safety interlock The use of the safety interlock protects the device from damage in many situations. Nevertheless, depending on the parameters of the laser beam to be measured, damage to the absorber may occur. Please observe the specifications and limit values given in chapter 19, „Technical data“, on page 50. -
Page 19: Micro-Usb Socket
When using the optional LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS (not included in delivery), the device communicates with the LDS via the micro-USB socket or Bluetooth. You will find the PRIMES USB-driver for all USB-capable devices on the PRIMES web- site at: https://www.primes.de/en/support/downloads/software.html. Revision 10 EN - 03/2021... -
Page 20: Bluetooth
USB interface is deactivated. However, simultaneous charg- ing of the battery via the USB cable is possible. When using the optional Cube App for mobile devices with Android™ (not included in delivery), the device communicates with the app via Bluetooth. The Cube App is avail- able for free in Google Play-Store/Apps. -
Page 21: Functions Of The On/Off Button
Cube Functions of the On/Off button The on/off button has several functions: Keystroke Function Short press Turn on 5 seconds Turn off 2 seconds Show measuring values Press again for 2 seconds Turn over measuring value display Tab. 10.1: Functions of the On/Off button... -
Page 22: Displays On The Device
Cube Displays on the device Laser power in Watt Charge status Absorber temperature Bluetooth connection Status message active/inactive Fig. 11.1: Displays on the device 11.1 Status messages Status message Meaning Waiting for laser beam The device is ready for operation, the laser can be turned on. -
Page 23: Warning Message
Cube 11.2 Warning message Warning message Reason Safety interlock open The absorber temperature has exceeded 100 °C. In order to protect the device, the safety Interlock is switched to the impermissible operating status. Tab. 11.2: Warning message This warning message does not imply an error. The message is automatically reset as soon as the absorber temperature is below 100 °C again. -
Page 24: Important Information For Measuring With The Cube
Cube Important information for measuring with the Cube 12.1 Safety instructions DANGER Serious eye or skin injury due to laser radiation If the stability of the device is not ensured or the inlet aperture is not cen- tered and mounted perpendicular to the laser beam, increased scattered or directed reflection of the laser beam will occur. - Page 25 Cube NOTICE Damaging/Destruction of the device Contamination and fingerprints on the protective window can lead to damage or shattering or splintering of the protective window during mea- suring operation. X Do not touch the protective window. X Regularly check the condition of the protective window and exchange it in case of pollution (see chapter 16.1, „Exchanging the protective window...
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Page 26: Laser Parameter Setting
Cube 12.2 Laser parameter setting 12.2.1 Setting the laser rise time The applicable measurement time is between 0.1 s and 2.0 s, which has to be trans- ferred to the laser controller as pulse length. The maximum laser rise time for measuring the power cannot exceed 100 µs. -
Page 27: Maximum Permissible Power Density
Cube 12.2.2 Maximum permissible power density To avoid damage to the absorber, the maximum permissible power density at the ab- sorber must not be exceeded. The permissible power densities vary depending on the beam diameter and the type of absorber installed. -
Page 28: Minimum And Maximum Energy Input Per Measurement
Cube 12.2.3 Minimum and maximum energy input per measurement The measured temperature rise in the absorber is decisive for an accurate and re- producible measurement. Regardless of the starting temperature, we recommend an energy input of approx. 300 J per measurement. -
Page 29: Waiting Times Until The Next Measurement In A Measurement Series
Cube Absorber temperature in °C Min. energy input in J Max. energy input in J 3 000 2 800 2 600 2 400 2 200 2 100 1 900 1 700 1 500 1 300 1 100 Tab. 12.1: Absorber temperature with the recommended minimum and permissible maximum energy input (ambient temperature 20 °C) 12.3... -
Page 30: Measurement With Pulsed Lasers
Cube 12.4 Measurement with pulsed lasers When it comes to pulsed laser radiation a correct exposure time measurement up to a pulse frequency of 10 kHz and a duty cycle of 50 % is possible. In case of on/off times shorter than 50 μs a correct exposure time measurement is not possible. -
Page 31: Measuring With The Cube
Please read chapter 12, „Important information for measuring with the Cube“, on page 24 first. 13.1 Start measurement Measurements with the Cube should be performed exclusively with a static (motionless) laser beam. Observe the safety instructions in chapter 12.1 on page 24. Press the on/off button. - Page 32 Cube The window displays the following mea- surement values: • Laser power in W • Absorber temperature in °C • Corrected burst duration in ms (Time) The max. power of the laser is displayed in W (Pk Pow). The average power of a pulse is displayed in W (Av Pow).
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Page 33: Measuring Results Display
13.2 Measuring results display The last 14 measuring values can be read off from the display of the Cube. You can read off the last 30 measuring values with the optional Android™ PRIMES Cube App for mobile devices or optional LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS. -
Page 34: Measuring With The Optional Laserdiagnosticssoftware Lds
Cube Measuring with the optional LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS This chapter aims to provide some basic information as you get to know the Cube, discuss- ing the example of a measurement with the LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS. For a detailed description of the software installation, file management and evaluation of the measured data, please refer to the separate operating manual LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS. -
Page 35: Connect The Cube To The Laserdiagnosticssoftware Lds
Cube 14.2 Connect the Cube to the LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS Connect the USB cable to the Micro-USB socket on the device and with the PC (see Fig. 9.1 on page 18) or activate the Bluetooth function on the PC. When the Bluetooth con- nection is activated, the USB interface is deactivated. -
Page 36: Open Toolbench Cube Measurement
Cube 14.3 Open toolbench Cube measurement The Cube is established as a connected device. Click on the connected device. The corresponding Device control opens. The toolbench Cube Measure- ment is opened. If the toolbenches have previously been closed, click the Open mea- surement toolbench button to open it again. -
Page 37: Settings For Trigger Level, Power Saving Functions And Automatic Measurement Readiness
Low is recommended for pulsed beams. With a low trigger level a measurement may be triggered even without a laser beam. In this case set the trigger level to a higher value. The default setting for the Cube is trigger level Low. - Page 38 Cube Power Saving Function Continuous background on/off Turn off lighting after (in s). The set time only applies if the permanent backlight is switched off. Switch the safety interlock on/off. For safety reasons switching off the safety interlock is not recommended.
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Page 39: Start Measurement
Cube 14.5 Start measurement Measurements with the Cube should be performed exclusively with a static (motionless) laser beam. The measurement is started auto- matically when the laser is switched on. The display field Start is therefore not active. A measuring cycle (measure, ther- malize, send data) takes approx. -
Page 40: Measuring Results Display
Cube 14.6 Measuring results display 14.6.1 Display the current measurement in the toolbench Cube measurement The measuring results are displayed in the opened toolbenches once the measurement has been completed (see below). By clicking on the gear symbol you can adjust the displayed parameters. -
Page 41: Display Of The Measurements Stored In The Cube
Cube 14.6.2 Display of the measurements stored in the Cube Press the Load measurements button • The last 30 measured values stored in the device are read out of the memory of the Cube. Switch to the Projects tab. In the project tree the read out measured values are displayed. - Page 42 Cube By clicking on the gear symbol you can adjust the displayed parameters. Revision 10 EN - 03/2021...
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Page 43: Delete Measured Values From The Memory Of The Cube
Cube 14.7 Delete measured values from the memory of the Cube The Cube stores the measured values in an internal memory. The measured values can be displayed and deleted with the LaserDiagnosticsSoftware LDS. Click on the Clear history but- ton. -
Page 44: Measuring With The Optional Cube App
With the Cube App for mobile devices with Android™ you can operate and evaluate the device via a smartphone/tablet. The Cube app is available free of charge in the Google Play Store/Apps. You need a valid Google account. In the search field of the Google Play Store, enter the search term “Primes cube app”. -
Page 45: Maintenance And Service
The operator is responsible for determining the maintenance intervals for the measuring device. PRIMES recommends a maintenance interval of 12 months for inspection and calibra- tion. If the device is used only sporadically, the maintenance interval can be extended up to 24 months. -
Page 46: Safety Instructions
Cube 16.1.1 Safety instructions DANGER Severe eye or skin injury due to laser radiation If the protective window is not correctly positioned, reflections can cause directional laser radiation. X Ensure that the new protective window is positioned evenly in the inden- tation on the O-ring. -
Page 47: Exchanging The Protective Window
Check for secure fit of the protective window holder: • The protective window holder must lie flat on the device. Torx screws M2.5 x 6 mm Protective window holder Protective window O-ring Fig. 16.1: Exchanging the protective window on the Cube Revision 10 EN - 03/2021... -
Page 48: Measures For The Product Disposal
PRIMES gives you the opportunity to return your PRIMES measuring device for free disposal within the scope of the Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE Di- rective). You can send PRIMES measuring devices to be disposed of within the EU (this service does not include shipping costs) to our address: PRIMES GmbH Max-Planck-Str. -
Page 49: Declaration Of Conformity
Cube Declaration of conformity Revision 10 EN - 03/2021... -
Page 50: Technical Data
Cube Technical data Measurement parameters Standard absorber Advanced absorber Power range 25 – 6 000 W 25 – 12 000 W Wavelength range 900 – 1 090 nm Max. beam diameter on the absorber 30 mm Max. power density (peak) > 10 mm 1.5 kW/cm² 4 kW/cm² on the absorber (approx. - Page 51 Cube When nothing is marked, a standard When a A marking is made, an advanced ab- absorber is built into the device. sorber is built into the device. The stated limit values are to be understood in correlation with the permitted maximum energy ...
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Page 52: Dimensions
Cube Dimensions Ø 49 View X All dimensions in mm (general tolerance ISO 2768-v) Revision 10 EN - 03/2021... -
Page 53: Appendix
Cube Appendix 21.1 Max. laser power depending on the irradiation time for devices with standard absorber 7 000 6 000 5 000 4 000 3 000 2 000 1 000 Maximum permissible irradiation time in s 21.2 Max. laser power depending on the beam diameter for devices with standard absorber 10000 10 000... -
Page 54: Max. Laser Power Depending On The Irradiation Time For Devices With Advanced Absorber
Cube 21.3 Max. laser power depending on the irradiation time for devices with advanced absorber 14 000 12 000 10 000 8 000 6 000 4 000 2 000 Maximum permissible irradiation time in s 21.4 Max. laser power depending on the beam diameter for devices with advanced absorber 10000 10 000... - Page 55 Cube Revision 10 EN - 03/2021...
- Page 56 PRIMES GmbH Max-Planck-Str. 2 64319 Pfungstadt Germany Tel +49 6157 9878-0 info@primes.de www.primes.de...
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