Summary of Contents for Excelitas Technologies OmniCure AC5 Series
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OmniCure® AC5 Series User Guide Applicable for the following UV LED Head models: Model Array Curing Width Part Numbers 395nm Wavelength 405nm Wavelength AC550 019-00279R-03 AC575 019-00280R-03 019-00421R-04 AC550P 019-00281R-03 AC575P 019-00282R-03 Excelitas Canada Inc. 2260 Argentia Road Mississauga (ON) L5N 6H7 Canada +1 905.821.2600 www.excelitas.com...
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AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions User Guide 035-00629R Excelitas Canada Inc. 2023 All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in and form by any means without the prior written consent of Excelitas Canada Inc.
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AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Revision History Revision # Comments Rev .0 Initial release Rev. 1 Updates to regulatory section and webpage links Rev. 2 Updates to regulatory section Rev. 3 Addition of AC575-405 035-00629R-Rev 3...
WEEE Directive .............................. 19 China RoHS ..............................20 Warranty ..........................21 Checking Your Lamp Hours ..........................21 Replacement UV LED Module Warranty ......................21 Returning your AC5- System to Excelitas Technologies for Service ..............22 Contact Information ......................23 035-00629R-Rev 3...
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AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Figures Figure 1 UV LED Head Connection Ports ........................6 Figure 2 PLC Console ..............................6 Figure 3 UV LED Head .............................. 8 Figure 4 UV LED Head Dimensions ..........................9 Figure 5 Underside of AC550 ........................... 10 Figure 6 Underside of AC575 ...........................
LEDs operating efficiently and reliably while minimising the resultant noise levels. In the Excelitas Technologies family of UV LED light systems, all systems offer the same high level of innovation, quality and reliability that our customers have come to expect. Since 1984, OmniCure® has combined next generation optical engineering, state-of-the art electronics and fibre-optics to produce sophisticated technologies that employ light.
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Safety Precautions/ User Warnings Glossary of Symbols: Caution risk of danger – consult accompanying documents. Risk Group 3 (IEC62471) WARNING: UV emitted from this product. Avoid eye and skin exposure to unshielded product. CAUTION: Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product. Do not stare into operating lamp. Input/ Output Signals Input Signal Caution, Hot Surface...
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AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Always ensure the power supply unit is turned off prior to disconnecting or re-connecting the UV LED Head. Warning: Monitoring the system during automated operation: The level of UV energy supplied by the OmniCure® AC5 Series is sufficient to ignite flammable substances. Therefore, when the unit is operated unattended in an automated environment, an alarm function must be provided by the user to indicate a malfunction in the associated equipment used.
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Optical Safety Data IEC 62471: Photobiological Safety of Lamps and Lamp Systems Resulting Classification and Labelling Hazard AC550/P-395 AC575/P-395 AC575-405 Actinic UV Risk Group 3 Near UV Risk Group 3 Blue Light Risk Group 1 Retinal Thermal Risk Group 2 035-00629R-Rev 3...
019-00282R The package contains an alternative 100ppi filter for applications with more airborne particulates. Replacement air filters (qty: 10) can be ordered from Excelitas Technologies under the part number 019- 00209R. Carefully unpack the unit and store the packing material for future use.
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Make sure the power supply unit is turned off. Connect the AC power cord to the power supply. Attach the male end of the power cable to the power supply unit, and connect the female end of the power cable to the UV LED Head per Figure Connector...
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Powering Up and Powering Down Ensure that the AC5 Series system has been properly installed and the UV LED Head is securely mounted with the optical lens in the desired orientation. Refer to Section 5, “Mounting the UV Head”.
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Mounting the UV Head UV LED Head Power Cable Connector PLC Connector Air Intake Filter Status Indicator Mounting Holes Mounting Holes Fan Exhaust All Models Front All Models Back Optical lens AC550 Underside AC575 Underside Figure 3 UV LED Head 035-00629R-Rev 3...
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Mounting the UV LED Head **WARNING** Do not block the air intake or the exhaust fans for the UV LED module's cooling system. Ensure that both intake and exhaust vents located on the LED heads have at least 2 inches (5cm) of clearance to allow sufficient air flow.
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Connecting the UV LED Head Interfacing with the System Controller (PLC) PLC Input Signal Requirements Signal Type Digital Analog • • Input Voltage: 0 – 24V Voltage: 0 – 5V • • Current: 1 – 40mA Current: 500uA •...
Current: AC550/P=8A; AC575/P=12A Note: For safety, the AC5 Series is internally fused at 15A. This fuse is not replaceable. If it is suspected that the internal fuse has blown, please contact Excelitas Technologies Service Centre for further assistance and refer to Sections 0 and 11 of this manual.
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Using the LED Head The peak wavelength of the UV LED Head is 395nm +/- 5nm or 405nm +/- 5nm, depending on model. For all models, adjusting the UV LED Head intensity can be actuated by an external controller via the PLC interface.
Internal Fault. Troubleshooting Symptoms and Possible Causes Service to be completed by qualified Excelitas Technologies personnel only! Always wear optical safety glasses while troubleshooting. Never put hands or fingers in front of the lens. Serious personal injury may result. Do not place any potentially combustible materials (e.g. paper, card, etc.) in front of the LED Head.
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8, “Cleaning the LED Head”. • Verify that the intensity level of the UV LED Head is set to the correct level, using the PLC Controller. If problems persist beyond these troubleshooting points, please contact Excelitas Technologies Service Department (refer to Section 11, “Contact Information”).
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Care and Maintenance Note: Excelitas Technologies recommends incorporating the cleaning of the optical lens into the user/operator cleaning and maintenance schedule. Cautions and Handling Caution: Routine maintenance should only be completed by qualified personnel to avoid risk of injury/electrical shock to the end user.
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Cleaning the LED Head **WARNING** Do not attempt to open the enclosure of the LED head. Ensure power to the power supply unit is OFF and the UV LED arrays are cool before attempting any cleaning procedure.
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions Technical Specifications Environmental Conditions Operating Conditions Ambient Temperature 15ºC to 40ºC Altitude: 3000m max. Atmospheric Pressure: 700 to 1060 hPa Relative Humidity: 10% to 80% (non-condensing) Installation Category Pollution Degree Transport and Storage Conditions Temperature -20 to +75ºC Relative Humidity 0% to 80% (non-condensing)
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. **WARNING** Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Excelitas Technologies could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. WEEE Directive...
AC5 Series UV Curing Solutions The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment. In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems.
UV Curing Solutions Warranty Excelitas Technologies warrants the original purchaser for a period of one (1) full year, calculated from the date of purchase, that the equipment sold is free from defects in material and workmanship. In the event of a claim under this warranty, the equipment is to be sent postage and carriage paid to the Excelitas Technologies Service Centre.
Enclose details of the problem with the unit and return both to the Excelitas Technologies Service Centre. The unit should be returned in its original packaging if possible. Include a phone number and contact person who may be reached for any additional service-related questions.
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