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- Page 1 SHB025 and SHB025T 0.25" High Speed Shutters and Controller User Guide Original instructions in accordance with EC-Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC...
- Page 2 Cleaning and Maintenance ..........15 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting ............. 16 Chapter 9 Mechanical Drawing ............17 Chapter 10 Certificate of Conformance ........... 18 Chapter 11 Regulatory ............... 19 Chapter 12 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts........20 Original instructions in accordance with EC-Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC...
- Page 3 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 1: Warning Symbol Definitions Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions 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 For safety, allow approximately 5 minutes of cool down after operation before handling. CAUTION DO NOT OPEN HOUSING! The SHB025(T) shutters and controller have no user- serviceable parts. Do not operate without cover installed. CAUTION Do not operate in wet or damp conditions.
- Page 5 In the event of a failure such as a blade jam, the SHB025 will shut down. This changes the state of the interlock and LED light will turn red. The SHB025 can detect when the blades are not operating at the set frequency and will shut down to prevent damage to the SHB025.
- Page 6 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 3: Description 3.1. Overview Enable Button Power Status Power Button Figure 1 Controller Front View Interlock External Modulation Input Jack Shutter Head DC Input Jack Figure 2 Controller Rear View Jack Page 4 TTN042240-D02...
- Page 7 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 3: Description Ø0.06" Ø0.25" 2-Bladed Aperture Mounting Through Hole, 2 Places SHB025 Shutter Head, Front SHB025 Shutter Head, Rear Ø0.06" Ø0.25" 2-Bladed Mounting Aperture Through Hole, 2 Places SHB025T Shutter Head, Front SHB025T Shutter Head, Rear...
- Page 8 Connection Guide Remove components from the case. Secure the SHB025(T) shutter head to your setup using the two mounting holes or a mounting adapter (sold separately). Connect the AC power to the power supply and then connect to the AC power outlet.
- Page 9 Manual Mode without opening the shutter and the Status LED will flash four times. The SHB025(T) is set to the last mode it was in when it is powered on. Pressing the ENABLE button puts it in Manual Mode if it was in Protected or Unprotected External Modulation Mode.
- Page 10 4.3.1. Protected Mode When the SHB025(T) operates in Protected Mode, the device will shut down if run for too long over 15 Hz. This is in order to protect the device from overheating. The unit does not monitor the temperature directly, but the time limit is based on calculations assuming no heat control at room temperature.
- Page 11 4.4. Default to On The default to on setting allows the SHB025(T) to automatically power ON when DC is applied; for users that require auto power ON when DC is applied without pressing the POWER button. To enter or exit this setting, follow the steps below: Connect the DC power supply.
- Page 12 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 4: Setup and Operation 4.6. Indicators 4.6.1. Power LED The Power LED will be lit green when the power is on and dark when the power is off. 4.6.2. Status LED The table below outlines the color of the Status LED and the meaning depending on the mode.
- Page 13 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 4: Setup and Operation 4.7. Timing Performance Figure 5 SHB025(T) Timing Driven by SHB025(T) Shutter Controller Time Step Description Time Time Definition (ms, Typ) (ms, Max) Delay from input pulse rising edge to I → A initiation of shutter opening.
- Page 14 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 4: Setup and Operation 4.8. Typical Performance The time it takes to open the shutter or close the shutter (IA and DE as shown in Figure 5) are constant characteristics of the device. The time delay for both opening and closing is a result of the time it takes to energize the coils.
- Page 15 Mechanical Specifications Aperture Diameter 0.25" (6.4 mm) Boxed Weight 3 lbs (1.4 kgs) Number of Blades SHB025: Polished Stainless Steel Blade Finish SHB025T: PTFE Coated Electrical Specifications (Power Supply) 100 – 240, 47 – 63 Hz AC Line Voltage, Frequency AC Current 0.4 A...
- Page 16 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 6: Interface Connector Chapter 6 Interface Connector The interface connector on the SHB025(T) is a 4-pin mini-DIN shielded female connector that accepts the 4 pin mini-DIN male connector. The pin descriptions are as follows: Description...
- Page 17 Chapter 7 Cleaning and Maintenance The SHB025(T) shutter and controller can be cleaned using a soft cloth. If needed, the cloth can be dampened with some isopropyl alcohol. Avoid using any solvents on or near the unit as well as water as this may cause the blades to rust.
- Page 18 Check DC plug is fully inserted into the controller's DC jack labeled 5 VDC 2.4 A. Check the SHB025(T) shutter cable 4 pin mini-DIN Shutter does not open or plug has arrow facing up and is fully inserted into the close.
- Page 19 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 9: Mechanical Drawing Chapter 9 Mechanical Drawing Rev F, January 18, 2023 Page 17...
- Page 20 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller Chapter 10: Certificate of Conformance Chapter 10 Certificate of Conformance Page 18 TTN042240-D02...
- Page 21 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 22 Ø1/4" Shutters and Controller 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 23 www.thorlabs.com...
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