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- Page 1 Borealis Version 2.0 revised 03 Mar 2015 User Guide (covering Borealis enhanced CSU-X and CSU-W models) andor.com © Andor Technology 2015...
- Page 2 Borealis TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ............. 13 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ..................14 DISCLAIMER ..................... 15 COPYRIGHT AND PROTECTIVE NOTICES ............. 15 TRADEMARKS AND PATENT INFORMATION ..........15 SUPPLIED COMPONENTS ................16 OPTIONAL COMPONENTS ................17 SECTION 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW ...........
- Page 3 Borealis SECTION 3: INSTALLATION ............23 LOCATION AND MOUNTING ................23 VENTILATION ....................23 ASSEMBLY ......................23 INTERLOCKS ....................23 CLASSIFICATION OF AN INSTALLED SYSTEM ..........24 SECTION 4: OPERATION ............25 EMERGENCY MAINS DISCONNECTION ............25 POWER-UP SEQUENCE ................... 25 POWER-DOWN SEQUENCE ................
- Page 4 Borealis SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING ..........29 TROUBLESHOOTING EXAMPLES ..............29 6.1.1 No Laser Power at CSU ................ 29 6.1.2 Low Laser Power at CSU ..............29 6.1.3 Poor Uniformity over CSU FOV ............. 29 PROBLEM REPORTING FORM ................ 30 SECTION 7: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......
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Page 5: Revision History
Borealis Revision History Version Released Description Rev A 9 Dec 2013 Initial Release 28 May 2014 Updated presentation to Andor format and enhanced content (all Sections) Updated and additional laser safety information (Safety and Warning Section) Information on dichroic slider added (Sections 2.2.4 and 4.5.2) Glossary added (Appendix B) 03 Mar 2015 Updated to include the CSU-W borealis model. -
Page 6: Safety And Warning Information
Borealis Safety and Warning Information PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION FIRST If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Spectral or Andor, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. CAUTION – USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. - Page 7 Borealis 19. Electromagnetic Compatibility: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause electromagnetic interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 20. This product has been designed and tested to perform successfully in a normal (basic) electromagnetic environment, e.g.
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Page 8: P Roduct C Lassification
Borealis aser afety CAUTION – USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE This product is designed to be integrated with lasers that cover the entire visible spectrum and extend into the invisible infra-red spectrum. - Page 9 Borealis aser afety and roduct omPLiance abeLs The label below is located on the rear panel of the BCU. It indicates compliance with the applicable standards. It also provides information on the manufacturer and identifies the model, serial number, and manufacturing date (month, year). Figure 1: Compliance and Serial Identification labels on rear panel of the BCU All relevant safety compliance information is visibly displayed on the Beam Conditioning Unit as per the International Laser Safety Standard IEC 60825-1 and the U.S.
- Page 10 Borealis aser Perture The following label is attached to the end of the optical fibre output cable of the BCU. These labels indicate that during installation laser radiation may be emitted from the optical fibres when disconnected. When properly installed, no laser radiation will be emitted from these points during use.
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Page 11: Laser Products
Borealis ecommended esPonsibiLities of a aser afety fficer These include, but are not restricted to, the following; however, national guidelines should also be referred to: Ensuring all personnel requiring access to the product are fully trained in both using the product and the general use of Class 3B and Class 4 lasers (see below). - Page 12 Borealis rotection Eye Protection is not required for the safe use of the device as the only radiation observable (without intentional misuse) is directionally stable, diffuse and highly divergent from the designated aperture which is static and labelled.Eye protection must be used by all Installation and service personnel when accessing any radiation during any installation or service procedure.
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Page 13: Section 1: Introduction
2 East Beaver Creek Road, Bldg # 2 Richmond Hill, ON, CANADA L4B 2N3 Phone: +1 (905) 326-5040 Email: info@spectral.ca Web: www.spectral.ca Andor Technology An Oxford Instruments Company 7 Millennium Way Springvale Business Park Belfast BT12 7AL Northern Ireland Web: www.andor.com... - Page 14 Borealis INTRODUCTION 1.1 t echnicaL uPPort If you have any questions regarding the use of this equipment, please contact the representative* from whom your system was purchased, or: Europe Andor Technology Andor Technology 7 Millennium Way 425 Sullivan Avenue Springvale Business Park Suite # 3 Belfast South Windsor...
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Page 15: Patent Information
Spectral Applied Research Inc. is a Division of Andor Technology. Andor and the Andor logo are trademarks of Andor Technology. Andor Technology is an Oxford Instruments company. All other marks are property of their owners. Borealis includes technology covered by the following patents: US Patent No. 8,275,226, EP Patent No. 2196839, US Patent No. -
Page 16: Supplied Components
Borealis INTRODUCTION 1.5 s uPPLied omPonents Description Quantity CSU-X Borealis enhanced CSU •1 Typically existing CSU-X1 or CSU-W1 model fitted with Borealis upgrades, or supplied with Revolution XD system. CSU-W Beam Conditioning Unit (BCU) Includes Multi-mode Fibre (2 metre) for connection to CSU. Includes external power supply Field Lens Tube •2... - Page 17 Borealis INTRODUCTION 1.6 o PtionaL omPonents There are a range of optional components available for the Borealis including: Additional field lens tubes (to adjust pinhole, magnification and working distances) 3-position dichroic slider option for manual CSU models only (dichroic options installed as specified at time of ordering) Please contact your nearest Andor Sales Representative for further information on these and other system components available.
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Page 18: Section 2: Product Overview
Borealis PRODUCT OVERVIEW SECTION 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW This section provides an overview of the main Borealis system components: • Beam Conditioning Unit (BCU) • Borealis Enhanced CSU (including field lens tube and bellows adaptor) 2.1 b (bcu) onditioning The BCU homogenizes the laser beam output from the laser engine multi-mode (MM) fibre. It is coupled to the laser source through a MM fibre with fibre optic couplings (FC/APC). -
Page 19: Power Input
Borealis PRODUCT OVERVIEW Fibre lock Fibre input Power input Figure 5: Rear panel of the Beam Conditioning Unit 2.1.3 P oWer nPut A 2.1 mm input connector is used to provide DC power from the power supply unit to the BCU. 2.1.4 f ibre A locking mechanism is provided on the rear panel of the BCU that closes over the input MM fibre coming from the laser... - Page 20 Borealis PRODUCT OVERVIEW 2.2 b oreaLis nhanced The Borealis Enhanced CSU features proprietary modifications to enhance the input and illumination optics as part of the Borealis upgrade. These enhancements cover CSU models: CSU-10, CSU-21, CSU-22, the CSU-X1 shown in figure 7, and the CSU-W1 shown in figure 8.
- Page 21 Borealis PRODUCT OVERVIEW 2.2.1 csu f ibre nPut CSU-X The CSU-X fibre input coupler has been revised to permit the use of the square core MM output fibres of the BCU. A guard protects the fibre coupling and must be in place during normal operation. CSU-W The Borealis enhanced CSU-W includes a fibre lock mechanism to secure the square core MM output fibre of the BCU.
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Page 22: System Overview
Borealis PRODUCT OVERVIEW 2.4 s ystem vervieW The Borealis may be configured in a variety of ways. An example set-up is provided below: Camera/camera tube Beam Conditioning Unit Borealis (BCU) Enhanced CSU-X Armoured Fibre Optic (MMF) Fibre Optic (MMF) Field lens tube Laser Source Bellows coupler e.g. -
Page 23: Section 3: Installation
Borealis INSTALLATION SECTION 3: INSTALLATION WARNINGS: • THE BOREALIS SYSTEM MUST BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORIZED INSTALLATION ENGINEER ACCORDING TO THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY SPECTRAL AND ANDOR • ANY INSTALLATION STEPS INVOLVING LASERS MUST BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL USING PERTINENT LASER SAFETY PROTOCOLS •... - Page 24 Borealis INSTALLATION 3.5 c Lassification of an nstaLLed ystem The proposed installation scheme of all systems is captured and assessed for all orders received by Andor. To breach the Class 4 limits for accessible emissions, due to known standard attenuations, the input laser power would have to be in excess of 5W.
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Page 25: Section 4: Operation
Borealis OPERATION SECTION 4: OPERATION WARNINGS: • IF THE EQUIPMENT IS USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY SPECTRAL OR ANDOR SYSTEM DISTRIBUTORS, THE PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT MAY BE IMPAIRED. • READ THE USER GUIDES SUPPLIED WITH YOUR SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND SOFTWARE PRIOR TO USE. 4.1 e mergency ains... - Page 26 Borealis OPERATION Turn on the BCU using the front panel toggle switch. Laser Emission Status LEDS BCU ON/OFF Toggle Switch Confirm that the Emission LEDs light. Turn on laser source according to manufacturer’s instructions. The system can now be used as outlined in the user guides for your CSU equipped Confocal system. Refer also to your user guides supplied with your software e.g Andor iQ.
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Page 27: Useful Information
Borealis OPERATION 4.5 u sing the oreaLis 4.5.1 u sefuL nformation After installation and the BCU is powered on there are no settings or adjustments required. NOTE: THE BCU SHOULD BE POWERED OFF WHEN NOT IN USE TO PRESERVE MOTOR LIFE. 4.5.2 u csu d csu-W) -
Page 28: Section 5: Maintenance
Borealis MAINTENANCE SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE WARNINGS: • THERE ARE NO USER MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES REQUIRED FOR THE BCU OR CSU. • THE SYSTEM SHOULD BE POWERED-DOWN PRIOR TO USER PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE CHECKS. • DO NOT USE EQUIPMENT THAT IS DAMAGED. •... -
Page 29: Section 6: Troubleshooting
Borealis TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 t roubLeshooting xamPLes The following examples provide guidance for some possible troubleshooting scenarios. Refer also to the operation and troubleshooting information provided with your other system components. 6.1.1 n aser oWer at Fault Action 1. -
Page 30: P Roblem R Eporting
Borealis TROUBLESHOOTING 6.2 P robLem ePorting Please have the following information when connecting customer support: Owner Information Institution Name Vendor Information Vendor Contact Equipment Information Model Serial No. Check List Cable Connections Emission LEDs Mains Power Summary What is the nature of the problem? Any other observations? Version 2.0 rev 03 Mar 2015... -
Page 31: Section 7: Technical Specifications
Borealis TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 7: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 b (bcu) onditioning Laser source fibre coupler FC/APC Input power <10 W (combined wavelengths) Fibre length from laser source Fibre length to CSU Weight 7 kg Dimensions (L x W x H) 400 x 200 x 95 mm Power supply 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz, 0.8 A, 2.1mm, centre positive... -
Page 32: Appendix A: Mechanical Drawings
Borealis MECHANICAL DRAWINGS APPENDIX A: MECHANICAL DRAWINGS Borealis Conditioning Unit (BCU) 95 mm 200 mm 400 mm Field lens tubes 1.0x (Short) 37.6 mm 1.5x (Short) 0.9x (Long) 109.3 mm 187 mm Bellows coupling adaptor (CSU-X) Bellows coupling adaptor (CSU-W) 38.2 mm Ø... - Page 33 Borealis MECHANICAL DRAWINGS 3-position dichroic module for manual CSU models 84.77 mm 64.61 mm 37 mm 142.43 mm Borealis enhanced CSU-W : Borealis components- dimensional information Note: refer to the Yokogawa CSU-X1 and CSU-W1 manuals for further dimensional information on the standard units.
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Page 34: Appendix B: Glossary
Borealis GLOSSARY APPENDIX B: GLOSSARY Alternating Current (Mains) AC/DC An electronic device that converts AC electricity (usually mains) into a DC voltage (usually a safe low voltage) Analogue-to-Digital Converter: Converts an analogue voltage to a digital signal. Accessible Emission Limit: The maximum accessible emission permitted within a particular class. -
Page 35: Appendix C: Other Information
Borealis OTHER INFORMATION APPENDIX C: OTHER INFORMATION erms and ondiTions of ale and arranTy nformaTion The terms and conditions of sale, including warranty conditions, will have been made available during the ordering process. The current version may be viewed at: http://www.andor.com/pdfs/literature/Andor_Standard_Warranty.pdf 2006 (Weee) asTe...
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