Summary of Contents for THORLABS BKCV412
- Page 1 BKCV412, LPCV412, LPCVH1, LPCVH2 Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Installation Guide Original Instructions...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Steps to Attach the Valance Mounting Clip to a Ceiling Rod .............. 8 3.4.1 Parts List ..............................11 3.4.2 Steps to Attach the Panel to the Mounting Clips ................. 11 Chapter 4 Specifications....................13 Chapter 5 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ............... 14... -
Page 3: Chapter 1 Safety Information
Laser Safety and Blackout Valances 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: Chapter 2 Introduction
The laser safety and blackout valances have been designed as a basic overlapping valances to provide partial blackout and cover any gaps near the ceiling. They are compatible with Thorlabs curtain systems (LPC series and BKC series). Installation is easy including retrofit to existing systems. The rigid bar in the valance panels can be bent and then straightened again after some time if required which makes it suitable for use in curved tracks. -
Page 5: Chapter 3 Installation
Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation Chapter 3 Installation 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 6: Steps To Attach Valance Mounting Clip To The Curtain Track
Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.2 Steps to Attach Valance Mounting Clip to the Curtain Track Perform the following installation steps: 1. Insert two T-nuts into the side channel of the curtain track from the end of the groove or by pressing it gently into the track as per the user’s accessibility. - Page 7 Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation 3. Position the T-nuts to create an approximately 2 mm gap (use hex key) between them. Align the large holes at the back of the mounting clip with the screw heads. Push the clip against the track and slide downwards to hook it over the screw heads.
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Page 8: Track Mounting In Limited Spaces
Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation 3.2.3 Track Mounting in Limited Spaces Perform the following installation steps: 1. Insert two T-nuts into the side channel of the curtain track with the help of a hex key from the end of the groove or by pressing it gently into the rail as per the user’s accessibility. -
Page 9: Parts List
Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation 3. Use the included 2.5 mm hex key to insert the M4 screws through the slots in front of the clip and screw them into the T-nuts to secure the clip. Figure 7 Tighten Clip with M4 Screws Note Repeat the steps for each clip installation around the curtain systems. -
Page 10: Steps To Attach The Valance Mounting Clip To A Ceiling Rod
Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation Clamp Body Clamp Base M6 Screw 4 mm Hex Key 3.3.2 Steps to Attach the Valance Mounting Clip to a Ceiling Rod Perform the following installation steps: 1. Push the clamp base plate into one half of the clamp body and position the two halves of the clamp body around the ceiling rod. - Page 11 Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation 2. Take two M6 screws and insert them into the clamp by hand. Do not fully tighten them – leave an approximately 2 mm gap between the face of the clamp and the underside of the screw head. Figure 9 Tighten M6 Screws 3.
- Page 12 Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation 4. Use the included 4 mm hex key to tighten each of the screws and ensure that the clip is securely fastened. Figure 11 Tighten Screw with Hex Key Note Repeat the steps for each clip installation around the curtain systems. It is recommended to use 2 clips to support each panel.
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Page 13: Parts List
Chapter 3: Installation Panel Installation 3.4.1 Parts List Qty. Part Number Part Description Valance Panel (Blackout BKCV412/LPCV412 material/Laser Safety material) Connector Clip As required Part of LPCVH1/LPCVH2 3.4.2 Steps to Attach the Panel to the Mounting Clips Perform the following installation steps: 1. - Page 14 Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 3: Installation 3. The process for attaching the panel to rod-mounted clips is identical to the process for the track- mounted clips. Figure 13 Rod Panel Installation Note Repeat the steps for each panel installation around the curtain systems. 4.
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Page 15: Chapter 4 Specifications
Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 4: Specifications Chapter 4 Specifications Item # BKCV412 LPCV412 Material Blackout Fabric Laser Safety Fabric Dimensions 1.2 m x 0.4 m (W x H) 1.2 m x 0.4 m (W x H) Weight 0.4 kg 1.3 kg... -
Page 16: Chapter 5 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
Laser Safety and Blackout Valances Chapter 5: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts Chapter 5 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 17 www.thorlabs.com...
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