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® An Excel Technology Company 6500 Harbour Heights Parkway Mukilteo, WA 98275 1-800-SYNRAD1 Tel: (425) 349-3500 Fax: (425) 485-4882 E-mail: synrad@synrad.com Web site: http://www.synrad.com...
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FH Series Marking Head Operator’s Manual Index and Tracker models Version 2.0 Released June 2000 Part number 900-17922-01 ® An Excel Technology Company 6500 Harbour Heights Parkway Mukilteo, WA 98275 1-800-SYNRAD1 Tel: (425) 349-3500 Fax: (425) 485-4882 E-mail: synrad@synrad.com Web site: http://www.synrad.com...
Rotary position encoder ..................3-7 Part sensor ........................ 3-11 DC power supply ...................... 3-14 Marking ....................3-15 Text .......................... 3-15 Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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Mounting stand ..................Parts list ....................Appendix B Tracker Motion Sensing Kit ..............Component suppliers ................Index Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
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............4-14 Figure 4-12 FH Head / Model 48-1/48-2 package outline and mounting dimensions ............4-15 Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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Table B-1 SYNRAD Tracker Motion Sensing Kit part numbers ..Table B-2 SYNRAD Tracker Motion Sensing Kit contents ....Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
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Buyer by SYNRAD, or the use thereof, infringes upon any Patent, foreign or domestic. viii Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
European customers should refer to and follow the laser safety precautions in EN 60825-1, Radiation Safety of Laser Products, Equipment Classification, Requirements, and User 92s Guide. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
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(2) Laser Safety Standards for End Users including Class I Installations, Class IV Installations, Laser Hazards, ANSI Standard, U.S. State Requirements, and OSHA; (3) References and Sources including CDRH, ANSI/OSHA; and (4) Assistance with Requirements. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Figure i FH Marking Head hazard label and CE label locations Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Emission Limits (AEL) for Class 1 devices. For incorporation in a Class IV laser system, the integrated system must include a beam attenuator, a keyswitch, a remote interlock, and other safety features as required under the standard. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
EMC Directive as sufficient evidence that the FH Series Marking Head product family will not compromise the compliance of the “machine” into which it is incorporated. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
After a product has met the requirements of all applicable EU directives, the product can bear the official compliance mark of the European Union as shown in Figure ii. Figure ii European compliance mark Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Dave Clarke, President of SYNRAD 82256 Fürstenfeldbruck Germany _______________________________ 20 December 1999 Date _______________________________ Dr. Joerg Thieme Excel Technology Europe GmbH Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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Note: If you are installing an FH Tracker Marking Head, please perform the tasks described in the “Getting Started” and “Operation” sections before proceeding to the “Tracker” section. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
The components in a typical marking package include a SYNRAD FH Series Marking Head; a Fiber Link Controller Card; a SYNRAD 10, 25, 50, 100, or 125 W laser; an L-bracket; and a Mounting Rail. If you ordered all the components listed above as a complete package, they are delivered factory aligned and only require the assembly of major components.
Contents description A description of each item listed in Table 1-1 follows: SYNRAD FH Series Marking Head – marks a variety of products and materials. FH Series Marking Head Operator’s Manual – provides setup, operation, and maintenance information. *L-Bracket – serves to position the FH Head in alignment with the laser when using the Mounting Rail.
RF-3000 RF power supply and laser accessories. * when ordered ** installed over optics to prevent damage during shipment Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
A typical FH Index laser marking system is shown in Figure 1-2 and consists of the following components available from SYNRAD: You will need to supply the following items: SYNRAD FH Series Marking Head Fiber Link Controller Card IBM-compatible computer with an open ISA...
Place the FH Series Marking Head on the L-bracket so that the dowel pins protruding from the rear of the head engage the dowel holes in the L-bracket. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Evolution 100/125 lasers use 1/4−20 × 1" SHCS. Connect water and power hookups to your laser according to instructions in the laser’s Operator’s Manual. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
Figure 1-3 below for the polarity of the FH Head’s male Power Input connector. Green Black (Ground) POWER INPUT +30VDC, 3A Figure 1-3 Power Input connector polarity Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
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The gold fingers on the card should slide into the mating ISA bus slot without using excessive force. When the card is properly seated, screw the bracket into place to secure it. Reinstall the cover on your computer. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Note: The Fiber Optic cable is the only connection necessary to control the FH Series Marking Head; no other connections are made to the FLCC. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
If you plan to interface the FH Series Marking Head with automated parts handling equipment, then read Marking automation in the “Technical Reference” section for detailed information regarding I/O connections and electrical signals. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
After you have installed WinMark software on your computer, continue on to the “Operation” section of this manual to perform initial start-up and testing of your FH Series Marking Head. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Controls and indicators – displays and describes FH Marking Head controls, indicators, and connections. Initial start-up – explains how to start the FH Head and verify proper operation. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
The actual working distance is noted on the final test report shipped with each FH Head. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Note: If the FH Head fails to mark properly, refer to Troubleshooting in the “Maintenance/Trouble- shooting” section. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Test Mark pushbutton or automatically upon receipt of an input, or part sense, signal even without a computer connected to the Marking Head! Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Note: If the FH Head fails to mark properly under computer control, refer to Troubleshooting in the “Maintenance/Troubleshooting” section for information about the FLCC or check the WinMark Pro User’s Guide for information regarding WinMark Pro settings. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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Note: If you are installing an FH Tracker Marking Head, please perform the tasks described in the “Getting Started” and “Operation” sections before proceeding to the “Tracker” section. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Figure 3-1 Typical FH Series Tracker marking system Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
THEN LINE SPEED = (LENS FIELD SIZE - PART LENGTH) / MARK TIME Figure 3-2b Part pitch equal to (lens field size - part length) Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
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THEN LINE SPEED = PART PITCH / MARK TIME Figure 3-2c Part pitch less than (lens field size - part length) Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
“forward”. This feature eliminates the need to physically change input field wiring on the FH Head. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Encoder Resolution is the number of encoder pulses received per millimeter of distance traveled by the conveyor. Encoder Resolution units are fixed as pulses/mm even when WinMark is set to display measurement units in inches or centimeters. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
DIN plug on the end of Tracker’s Parts Handling Control cable. Plug the 18-pin Parts Handling Control connector into the Parts Handling Control port on the FH Head. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
1 and 2 should toggle as the position encoder rotates through its range of motion. Note: To prevent I/O conflicts, always close Digital Scope before starting WinMark Pro. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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Encoder Resolution. To fine tune encoder resolution, follow the steps below: In the WinMark folder, locate and load linestack200.mkh or linestack370.mkh. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Encoder Resolution. If the longer line lags the others, then decrease resolution. Accuracy to the second decimal point may be required depending upon the resolution of your particular encoder. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
DIN plug on the end of Tracker’s Parts Handling Control cable. Plug the 18-pin Parts Handling Control connector into the Parts Handling Control port on the FH Head. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Scope (DigScope.exe) in the WinMark folder and then apply DC power to the sensor. If the part sensor is properly connected, input bit 0 should toggle when the part sensor activates. Note: To prevent I/O conflicts, always close Digital Scope before starting WinMark Pro. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Measure the distance between the point of part sensing (the point when the sensor activates) and the center of the marking field indicated by the test mark target. Enter this number in the Sensor Distance field on WinMark’s Tracking tab. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
User determined Output Voltage Select output voltage based on encoder and part sensor requirements within the range of 15.0–40.0 VDC Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
Orient either the text or the part to be marked as shown in Figure 3-13 so that the laser mark is made moving against, or counter to, the direction of part motion. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
Make the mark at the desired line speed. If line speed is set too fast, the message “Line speed too fast to finish” is displayed in the mark log file that appears on the right side of the Launcher (mark window) during a mark session. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Canvas and use your mouse or arrow keys to move the objects perpendicular to part motion as shown in Figure 3-16. Note: When positioning objects on the Drawing Canvas, never place any object beyond the edges of the maximum marking field. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
FIELD USED TO COMPLETE THE BEST QUALITY MARK NOMINAL MARKING FIELD DOWNSTREAM FIELD EDGE Figure 3-17 Positioning mark for best quality Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
FH Head with a 10 or 25 W laser. FH Head / Model 48-5/Evolution 100/125 mounting – illustrates an exploded assembly drawing for an FH Head with a 50, 100, or 125 W laser. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
* for lenses with 19 mm (0.75") high lens mounts. The typical working distance is marked on each lens mount. Consult your marking head’s final test report for the actual working distance. ** 125 mm lens for use with lasers 50 W and higher. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
In this mode, the custom test mark is always marked as a static (Index) mark, firing only when the Test Mark pushbutton on the FH Head is pressed. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
(not diagonals), 100 dpi is sufficient. Refine the mark. Use stroke text instead of TrueType fonts, mark fewer words, or simplify line art. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
A copy of the factory installed test pattern (FactoryTestMark1.mkh) is provided in the Program Files\WinMark folder so that the default Test Mark can be reloaded into FH memory for lens testing or mark centering. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
I/O connector with crimp pins for 20−24 AWG wire is included in the Accessory Kit. When wiring the connector, refer to Figure 4-2 and Table 4-2 for the position and description of I/O connections. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
IN 2 Pin 14 RTN 2 Pin 15 IN 3 Pin 16 RTN 3 Figure 4-3 Input circuit Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Relay Contact 680 pF Foot Switch RTN x FH Input Figure 4-5 Relay or foot switch input Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
Figure 4-7 illustrates a simple output connection. In this configuration, the output is sinking current. remember to account for the voltage drop across the output’s 900 Ω output resistor. When sizing V Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
FH Output (+3.5V High, 0V Low) 10k ohm, 1/4W Figure 4-9 Output to TTL or CMOS logic interface Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
DIP SW 6 Input # 3 Inactive (Low) Enabled Active (High) Enabled Inactive (Low) Disabled Active (High) Enabled Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
FASI function; “Off” disables it. When the FASI function is enabled, a high level input must be present at FH input # 3 for the mark to proceed. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Based on a character height of ~3 mm, lens dependent. * 125 mm lens for use with lasers 50 W and higher. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
.H package outline drawing Figure 4-11 FH Marking Head package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
.H Head / Model 48-1/48-2 package outline drawings Figure 4-12 FH Head / Model 48-1/48-2 package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
.H Head / Model 48-1/48-2 package outline drawings Figure 4-13 FH Head / Model 48-1/48-2 package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
.H Head / Model 48-5/Evolution 100 package outline drawing Figure 4-14 FH Head / Model 48-5/Evo 100 package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
.H Head / Evolution 125 package outline drawing Figure 4-15 FH Head / Evolution 125 package outline and mounting dimensions Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
.H Head / Model 48-1/48-2 mounting Figure 4-16 FH Head / Model 48-1/48-2 mounting drawing Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
.H Head / Model 48-5/Evolution 100/ 125 mounting Figure 4-17 FH Head / Model 48-5/Evolution 100/125 mounting drawing Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
This section contains the following information: Maintenance – explains typical maintenance procedures for the FH Marking Head. Troubleshooting – describes how to troubleshoot common problems. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
Spectroscopic or reagent grade Lens tissue Optical quality Cotton balls or cotton swabs High-quality surgical cotton/high-quality paper-bodied Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
Repeat as necessary until all loose particles are removed. Refer to Table 5-2 and select the appropriate cleaning solvent based on the type of contamination that exists on the surface of the lens. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Reinstall the focusing lens and replace the lens cap. If the cleaned optic will not be used immediately, wrap it in lens tissue and place in clean, dry storage. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
The part sensor signal is not being read by the FH Tracker Head. Close WinMark Pro and open Digital Scope. Trigger the part sensor and verify that input bit 0 toggles. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
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The actual part motion vector is different than the value entered as the Motion Vector in WinMark’s Tracking tab. Check that actual part motion under the Marking Head equals the entered Motion Vector value. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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You should not be able to remove the Fiber Optic cable without depressing the latch. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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The FLCC has failed or has been damaged. If you determine that the FLCC is not operating correctly, contact SYNRAD, Inc. or a SYNRAD Authorized Distributor for assistance. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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Mounting stand – illustrates one way to mount your FH marking system. Parts list – provides a list of parts to build an FH Series mounting stand. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
The mounting stand illustrated is built from pre-cut aluminum T-slot material available under several trade names. Callout numbers in the illustration refer to the item numbers listed in Tables A-1–A-3. Figure A-1 Mounting stand Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Item #22 is not available from 80/20 Inc. We recommend using a 12" × 12" × 1/4" anodized aluminum plate. Note: 80/20 Inc. stocks a complete line of metric fasteners for those customers who require them. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Item #22 is not available from 80/20 Inc. We recommend using a 12" × 12" × 1/4" anodized aluminum plate. Note: 80/20 Inc. stocks a complete line of metric fasteners for those customers who require them. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
Item #22 is not available from 80/20 Inc. We recommend using a 12" × 12" × 1/4" anodized aluminum plate. Note: 80/20 Inc. stocks a complete line of metric fasteners for those customers who require them. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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FH Tracker Motion Sensing Kit – lists descriptions of items contained in the Tracker Motion Sensing Kit available from SYNRAD. Component suppliers – lists suppliers of items contained in the Tracker Motion Sensing Kit. Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head...
230 VAC/24 VDC, United Kingdom power plug Condor PSD-24750-230/BSI-206IP 230 VAC/24 VDC, European power plug Condor PSD-24750-230-206IP Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual FH Series Marking Head...
SYNRAD has successfully used NAiS UZF3 and UZC Series photoelectric sensors available from: Aromat Corporation Phone: 1-800-228-2350 Internet: http://www.aromat.com Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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5 5 5 5 5 -2–5 5 5 5 5 -4 Digital I/O cable 1 1 1 1 1 -4, 4 4 4 4 4 -6 selection, 2 2 2 2 2 -5 Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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1 1 1 1 1 -7 Output circuits Laser safety information 2 samples, 4 4 4 4 4 -9–4 4 4 4 4 -10 Synrad FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head FH Series Marking Head operator’s manual...
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