GCC Technologies LFC User manual

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Version: 2.0
Release 2021
LFC Desktop Workstation
User Manual

LFC-D Workstation User Manual i
Release Note
Version
Release Date
Change
1.0
Apr, 2020
First Version
2.0
Aug, 2021
Add marker installation instruction

LFC-D Workstation User Manual ii
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Safety............................................................................................... 1
1.1 Principles of CO2 Laser ............................................................................................2
1.2 Principles of Fiber Laser...........................................................................................2
1.3 Safety Rating................................................................................................................2
1.4 The Safety Interlock System....................................................................................3
1.5 Safety Label..................................................................................................................3
1.6 Safety Measures..........................................................................................................7
1.7 Operating.......................................................................................................................8
Chapter 2 Unpacking & Content ..................................................................... 9
2.1 Contents & Accessories Checklist.......................................................................10
2.2 Contents & Accessories Checklist.......................................................................13
Chapter 3 Mechanical Overview.................................................................... 16
3.1 Front View...................................................................................................................17
3.2 Right View...................................................................................................................18
3.3 Left View......................................................................................................................18
3.4 Rear View ....................................................................................................................19
Chapter 4 Machine Installation...................................................................... 20
4.1 Laser Marker Installation ........................................................................................21
Chapter 5 Software Setup.............................................................................. 33
5.1 Recommended Computer Configuration............................................................34
5.2 Software Installation for Windows System........................................................34
5.3 Software Installation for MAC System ................................................................39
5.4 Setting User Level.....................................................................................................47
Chapter 6 Operating the LFC Desktop Workstation .................................... 54
6.1 Hardware Introduction.............................................................................................55
6.2 LFC Desktop Workstation Service Mode Operation........................................57
6.3 LFC Desktop Workstation OP Mode Operation................................................59
Chapter 7 External Control............................................................................ 62
7.1 I/O Pin Assignments.................................................................................................63
7.2 Laser Working Flow Chart......................................................................................65
7.3 Laser Reaction Timing Diagram............................................................................66
Chapter 8 Basic Maintenance ....................................................................... 68
8.1 Regular Spot Check..................................................................................................69
8.2 Cleaning the Scan Lens ..........................................................................................69
Chapter 9 Appendix ....................................................................................... 71

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Chapter 1
Safety
Safety Ratings
Safety Label
The Safety Interlock System
Safety Measures
Operating Environment

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1.1 Principles of CO2 Laser
LASER is the acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. GCC
LaserPro StellarMark C series CO2 (carbon-dioxide) laser works by electrically
stimulating the molecules within a carbon dioxide gas mixture. When focused through a
lens, this highly-intense, invisible beam will vaporize many materials. Depending on the
speed and intensity of the projected beam, a CO2 laser may be used to mark or cut
through a wide variety of materials.
1.2 Principles of Fiber Laser
LASER is the acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.
GCC LaserPro StellarMark IF-series is equipped with the state-of-art fiber laser
technology. A fiber laser is built with “all fiber”technology and uses a telecom grade diode
to pump an optical fiber, and the fiber is doped with rare-earth elements as a gain medium
to generate 1064nm laser light. Compared to the conventional DPSS technology, fiber
laser is immune of misalignment and does not request any adjustment during operation.
1.3 Safety Rating
The GCC LaserPro LFC Series Workstation carries two kinds of laser markers, a sealed
CO2 (carbon-dioxide) laser for StellarMark C series laser marker, or a fiber laser for
StellarMark I series laser marker. Both laser markers emit intense and INVISIBLE laser
radiation, C series with a wavelength of 10.6 microns for CO2 laser, while I series
with a wavelength of 1064nm (1micron) for fiber laser in the infrared
spectrum. The LFC Series Workstation is designed with laser safety rating of Class 1,
meaning that the system is equipped with key safety features and an enclosed laser
head to completely contain the laser under normal use. One of the key safety features
found on the LFC Series workstation is Class 2 red dot safety guidance pointers allowing
users to see where the laser beam is travelling and helping find out the precise focus
point for laser to do quality job. Even though the LFC Series Workstationis equipped
with themost powerful laser, through proper usage and taking necessary hardware
safe guards will make it an extremely safe machine. When the side doors (left and right)
are open, the laser machine becomes a Class 4 equipment, users MUST wear safety
goggles to operate the machine.

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1.4 The Safety Interlock System
The LFC Series Workstation is equipped with a safety interlock system utilizing limit
switch sensors on the electronically controlled front door. The limit switch sensor will shut
the laser off when detecting front door open. Do not attempt to remove or modify these
limit switches or any other component of the safety interlock system. If any time, the front
door is open while the laser keeps firing, unplug the system IMMEDIATELY, and contact
GCC local representative for technical support and maintenance instructions.
1.5 Safety Label
According to CDRH standards, all fixed or removable covers that allow access to a laser
beam must have the appropriate laser warning labels attached to them. These warning
labels must be clearly visible to the operator prior to removing the cover. Additional labels
must be applied inside of the machine and be visible in the event the covers are removed.
A label clearly displaying the manufacturer’s name, date of manufacture, description of
product, model number, serial number, and compliance statement must be attached to the
outside of the machine.
In compliance with CDRH standards, the required warning labels are affixed at the time of
manufacture to the GCC LFC Series Workstation in the appropriate locations. These labels
⚫DO NOT operate the laser system if any component of the safety system is
malfunctioning.
⚫DO NOT attempt to remove or modify any component of the safety interlock
system.
WARNING

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are not to be modified in any way or removed for any reason. Please familiarize yourself
with the specific labels and their locations on the machine. Below is a list of all the safety
labels and their locations on the machine.
Product Label
This label is located at the rear right side of LFC Series Workstation. All the product
information such as Serial Number, Model Name, Electric power and Input can be found
here. Before requiring any tech support, always provide service person the information
on this label.
Safety Label
CDRH and CE regulations require that all laser manufacturers add warring label in
specific locations throughout the equipment. The following warning labels are placed on
the laser system for your safety. Do not removed these labels for any reason. If the
labels become damaged or have been removed for any reason, do not operate the laser
system and immediately contact GCC local representative or e-mail us for a
replacement.

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CDRH Label
This label indicates the class level of CDRH.
CE Label
This label identifies the classification of the Model in accordance with IEC 60825-1. It is
located on the rear of the LFC Series Workstation.
Emergency Stop Label
This label indicates the emergency stop button. You can find this label on the right side of
LFC Series Workstation front button operation section.
StellarMark C Series
Laser Marker CDRH Label
StellarMark I Series
Laser Marker CDRH Label

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Warning Label
Warning Label is written with all the necessary information to be aware of during
machine operation.
Door open warning labels
Labels are located on the machine’s cabinet doors, machine becomes Class 4 when
doors open.

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1.6 Safety Measures
•LASER RADIATION WARNING: Exposure to laser radiation may result in physical
burns and severe eye damage. Proper use and regular maintenance of this machine is
important to the safety of all people in the immediate area.
•Prior to operation, carefully read and familiarize yourself with the warning labels located
on both your laser system and in this manual.
•Never leave the machine unattended during the laser cutting and marking process. The
laser may ignite combustible materials. A well-maintained fire extinguisher and
operational smoke or fire detector should be kept in the vicinity of the machine.
•Resulting debris from laser cutting are very dangerous and may cause fire hazard.
•Always wear safety goggles when the GCC LFC Series is in operation. Reflective
materials such as mirrors, enameled brass and anodized aluminum may partially-reflect
some of the invisible laser radiation. Severe eye damage mayoccur if appropriate safety
goggles are not worn.
NOTE
StellarMark I series laser marker is shipped with a single pair of safety goggles. If
additional safety goggles are required, please contact GCC directly or GCC local
representative. If you wish to purchase one on your own, please make sure the safety
goggles meet these requirements:
190 - 534 nm OD5+
910 - 1,070nm OD6+
Visible Light Transmission: 23.5%
NOTE
StellarMark C series laser marker is shipped with a single pair of safety goggles. If
additional safety goggles are required, please contact GCC directly or GCC local
representative. If you wish to purchase one on your own, please make sure the safety
goggles meet these requirements:
190 - 398 nm OD5+
10,600 nm OD5+
Visible Light Transmission: 92.9%