THORLABS S1FC635PM User Manual
THORLABS S1FC635PM User Manual

THORLABS S1FC635PM User Manual

Fiber-coupled laser source

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  • Page 1 S1FC635PM, S1FC780PM, S1FC1310PM, S1FC1550PM Fiber-Coupled Laser Source User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    General Maintenance ......................9 Chapter 7 7.1. Cleaning ........................... 9 7.2. Connector Cleaning ......................9 Chapter 8 Specifications ........................10 Chapter 9 Mechanical Drawing ......................11 Chapter 10 Regulatory ...........................12 Chapter 11 Certificate of Compliance ....................13 Chapter 12 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ..................14...
  • Page 3: Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions

    Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 1: Warning Symbol Definitions Warning Symbol Definitions Chapter 1 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...
  • Page 4: Chapter 2 Safety

    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.
  • Page 5: Chapter 3 Description

    Description Chapter 3 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 10 (four for the PM version) wavelength choices from 405 to 1550 nm (635 nm to 1550 nm for PM versions) with standard single mode fiber or polarization maintaining fiber output.
  • Page 6: Chapter 4 Setup

    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.
  • Page 7 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 E, February 21, 2017 Page 5...
  • Page 8: Chapter 5 Operation

    Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 5: Operation Operation Chapter 5 3½ Digit Display 5.1. Front and Back Panel Overview Laser Output Aperture Power Adjust Knob FC/PC PM Fiber Optic Connector Laser Output Aperture Cover Cover should be installed on FC connector when fiber removed Keylock Power Switch Turn on power to the unit.
  • Page 9: Turning On The Source

    Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 5: Operation 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 10.  Press and release the ENABLE switch to turn ON the laser. The LASER ON indicator will light up and after a delay of approximately 5 seconds, the source will begin to emit light.
  • Page 10: Chapter 6 Making The Safety Interlock Connection

    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.
  • Page 11: Chapter 7 General Maintenance

    General Maintenance Chapter 7 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.
  • Page 12: Chapter 8 Specifications

    Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 8: Specifications Specifications Chapter 8 Item # S1FC635PM S1FC780PM S1FC1310PM S1FC1550PM Wavelength 635 nm 785 nm 1310 nm 1550 nm 2.5 mW 6.25 mW 1.5 mW 1.5 mW Min Full Output Power 15 min: ±0.05 dB, 24 hr: ±0.1 dB Stability (After 1 hr Warm-up at 25 ±...
  • Page 13: Chapter 9 Mechanical Drawing

    Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 9: Mechanical Drawing Mechanical Drawing Chapter 9 Rev E, February 21, 2017 Page 11...
  • Page 14: Chapter 10 Regulatory

    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.
  • Page 15: Chapter 11 Certificate Of Compliance

    Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 11: Certificate of Compliance Chapter 11 Certificate of Compliance FCC EMC Compliance Emissions comply with the Class A Limits of FCC Code of Federal Regulations 47, Part 15, Subpart B Using high-quality shielded interface cables. Rev E, February 21, 2017 Page 13...
  • Page 16: Chapter 12 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts

    Fiber-Coupled Laser Source Chapter 12: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Chapter 12 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts For technical support or sales inquiries, please visit us at www.thorlabs.com/contact for our most up-to- date contact information. USA, Canada, and South America UK and Ireland Thorlabs, Inc.
  • Page 18 www.thorlabs.com...

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