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- Page 1 ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Kit User Guide Original Instructions...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
4.2.4 Connecting Multiple Devices ........................12 4.2.5 Controlling the Iris Without the Handset ....................12 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQ ................15 Chapter 6 Specifications....................18 Chapter 7 Certifications and Compliance ..............19 Chapter 8 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ............... 20... -
Page 3: Chapter 1 Safety Information
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 1: Safety Information Chapter 1 Safety Information For the continuing safety of the operators of this equipment, and the protection of the equipment itself, the operator should take note of the Warnings, Cautions and Notes throughout this handbook and, where visible, on the product itself. - Page 4 ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 1: Safety Information General Warning and Cautions Warning: Risk of Electrical Shock When connecting the iris to a PC, ensure that the PC is switched ON before connecting the stage to the USB port. Failure to do this could damage the PC.
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Page 5: Chapter 2 Introduction
Chapter 2 Introduction The ELL15 Motorized Iris is a part of the Thorlabs series of resonant piezo motor circuits and bare modules for OEM applications. This motorized SM1 iris is post mountable with a CP33B bracket and compatible with SM1 threaded optics and tubes, 30 mm and 60 mm cage systems. -
Page 6: Chapter 3 Overview
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 3: Overview Chapter 3 Overview Environmental Conditions Warning Operation outside the following environmental limits may adversely affect operator safety. The unit is designed for indoor use only. To ensure reliable operation, the unit should not be exposed to corrosive agents or excessive moisture, heat or dust. - Page 7 ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 3: Overview Figure 1 ELL15 Motorized Iris Showing its 3 Possible Mounting Hole Patterns Figure 2 ELL15 Mounted in a 60 mm Cage System The unit can be mounted directly into a 60 mm cage system using the Ø3.0 mm through holes in the PCB.
- Page 8 ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 3: Overview Figure 3 ELL15 Mounted in a 30 mm Cage System Figure 4 ELL15 Post-Mounted With CP33B Bracket Page 6 DTN000949-D02...
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Page 9: Chapter 4 Operation
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 4: Operation Chapter 4 Operation Getting Started Caution Although the module can tolerate up to 8 kV of air discharge, it must be treated as an ESD sensitive device. When handling the device, anti-static precautions must be taken, and suitable anti-discharge appliances must be worn. -
Page 10: Homing
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 4: Operation 4.1.1 Homing Homing is achieved using a combination of a reflecting optical sensor (IR) for coarse positioning, then a magnetic sensor for fine positioning (the magnetic sensor is also used for positioning during subsequent moves). - Page 11 ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 4: Operation handset also connects to the host PC and to the external 5 V power supply. The external PSU connector allows the unit to be used in the absence of a PC, with control being provided via the handset buttons.
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Page 12: Software Control
Software Control When connected to the host PC, the iris can be controlled remotely, via the Elliptec software. 1. Download the ELLO software from the downloads section at www.thorlabs.com . Double click the saved .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions. -
Page 13: Communications Protocol
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 4: Operation Figure 7 Output Window F-Stop Function: The iris can be set automatically to an F-Stop position using the F-Stop function in ELLO. Set the focal length of the optical system manually. -
Page 14: Connecting Multiple Devices
3. Save the address of the unit (using save user, command “us”) or click “Save User Data” in the Settings section. 4. Connect the next device to the ELLB Control Bus Distributor (refer user manual on www.thorlabs.com) or to a daisy chain (refer to Figure 12). - Page 15 ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 4: Operation Figure 8 Connector J1 Pin Out Details Type Function Ground ODTX - open drain transmit 3.3 V TTL RS232 RX receive - 3.3 V TTL RS232 In Motion, open drain active low max 5 mA...
- Page 16 ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 4: Operation GUI Settings panel in the ELLO software, or by using the serial communication line (SEARCHFREQ_MOTORX message), which offers a way to optimize the operating frequencies for backward and forward movement. This search can also be performed manually by restoring the factory settings – refer to Restoring Factory Settings below.
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Page 17: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting And Faq
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and FAQ Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQ Frequently Asked Questions Iris moving slowly or times out. Check that the track is not contaminated. Do not touch the moving parts (motor, track and moving world) to avoid grease contamination. - Page 18 What is the typical product lifetime? ELL15 product lifetime is restricted by the wearing of moving surfaces and the motor contact as motion is started (due to resonance build up) and performed (due to friction). Lifetime will depend on several factors (e.g., high duty cycles, number of frequency searches, number of homing operations, load etc.) and users must...
- Page 19 ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and FAQ 2. Orientate the first connector to correctly mate with the connector on the stage, then arrange the ribbon cable as shown with the red wire aligned with pin 1 (identified on the PCB by a small triangle shown in the yellow circle in Figure 10).
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Page 20: Chapter 6 Specifications
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 6: Specifications Chapter 6 Specifications Item # ELL15 and ELL15K Iris Aperture Range Ø1.0 - Ø11.5 mm Minimum Lifetime 1 million Iris Movements Recommended Duty Cycle Maximum Closing Speed 500 ms Unidirectional Repeatability ±... -
Page 21: Chapter 7 Certifications And Compliance
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 7: Certifications and Compliance Chapter 7 Certifications and Compliance Rev. A, August 31, 2023 Page 19... -
Page 22: Chapter 8 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
ELL15 and ELL15K SM1 Motorized Iris Chapter 8: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Chapter 8 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts For technical support or sales inquiries, please visit us at for our most up-to-date www.thorlabs.com/contact contact information. USA, Canada, and South America UK and Ireland Thorlabs, Inc. - Page 23 www.thorlabs.com...
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