GRAVOGRAPH L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre User manual

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G2142 701 - 04.2011 - ENG - (UPDATED EDITION NUMBER : 1)
User manual
L-SOLUTION 100 Ex
Machine
LASER engraving machine
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L-SOLUTION 100 ExYAG

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TYPE OF MACHINE : L-SOLUTION 100 Ex FIBRE LASER ENGRAVING MACHINE
MANUFACTURER : GRAVOTECH MARKING SAS
BP 15 - Z.I. - 10600 LA CHAPELLE SAINT LUC - FRANCE
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solely for the contractual use of GravoTech Marking SAS customers.
While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of this manual, GravoTech Marking SAS shall not be liable
for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damage in connection with the furnishing, performance, or
use of this material.
GravoTech Marking SAS reserves the right to revise this manual and make changes from time to time without any obli-
gation by GravoTech Marking SAS to notify anybody of such revision or changes.
GravoTech Marking SAS can not be held liable for any problems arising out of the application or use of any products, circuits,
or software described herein. Neither does it convey a license under its patent rights nor the patent rights of third parties.
GravoTech Marking SAS provides no warranties whatsoever on any software used in connection with a Gravograph Laser
Engraving System, express or implied. Neither does it guarantee software compatibility with any off-the-shelf software
package or any software program that has not been written by GravoTech Marking SAS.
Intended use of this system must be followed within the guidelines of this manual. In no event will GravoTech Marking
SAS be liable for any damages caused, in whole or in part, by customer, or for any economic loss, physical injury, lost
revenue, lost prots, lost savings or other indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages incurred by any person,
even if GravoTech Marking SAS has been advised of the possibility of such damages or claims.
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Summary
Regulatory information ........................................................................5
Compliance standards ......................................................................................................................5
Electrical security.............................................................................................................................5
Overview..............................................................................................6
Introduction....................................................................................................................................6
Contra-indications............................................................................................................................6
Unpacking stages ............................................................................................................................8
Unpacking - Package contents...........................................................................................................9
LASER safety................................................................................................................................. 10
Description.........................................................................................13
Front view of the machine............................................................................................................... 13
Rear view of the machine................................................................................................................ 14
Installation ........................................................................................15
Physical installation recommendations.............................................................................................. 15
Exhaust system installation recommendations ................................................................................... 17
Air-assist requirements (compressor optional) ................................................................................... 17
Computer requirements.................................................................................................................. 18
Software suggestions ..................................................................................................................... 18
Electric installation recommendations............................................................................................... 19
Electrical connections of the machine ............................................................................................... 20
Powering the machine on................................................................................................................ 22
Problems...................................................................................................................................... 22
Powering the machine off................................................................................................................ 22
Mechanical jamming....................................................................................................................... 22
Powering on again ......................................................................................................................... 22
Setting up transmission between the L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre
machine and a PC type computer .......................................................23
Connection cables.......................................................................................................................... 23
Connecting L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre to your PC using the USB port .................................................... 24
Connexion L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre to your PC using the parallel port................................................. 25
Machine setup (language)............................................................................................................... 26
The printer driver of the LASER machine............................................28
How the computer controls the LASER machine ................................................................................. 28
Make the L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre machine ready to engrave............................................................. 29
Driver controls .............................................................................................................................. 30
Graphics software ..............................................................................49
Software setup.............................................................................................................................. 49
Speed optimization ........................................................................................................................ 50
Bitmapped / scanned images........................................................................................................... 50

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System operation.............................................................................. 51
How it works.................................................................................................................................51
The control panel...........................................................................................................................53
The engraving menu ......................................................................................................................58
Engraving menu description............................................................................................................60
Automaton function (user standard Inputs/Outputs)...........................................................................68
Running the machine step by step .................................................... 69
Powering on..................................................................................................................................69
Creating the graphic.......................................................................................................................69
Setting the drivers' properties .........................................................................................................69
Downloading the le.......................................................................................................................69
Positioning the plate.......................................................................................................................70
Focusing the LASER beam...............................................................................................................70
Starting the engraving process........................................................................................................71
Removing and reloading the material................................................................................................72
Problems and solutions...................................................................................................................73
Options and accessories.................................................................... 74
Cylinder attachment.......................................................................................................................74
L-SOLUTION 100 EX (Fibre) vacuum table.........................................................................................74
Compressor kit (air assist)..............................................................................................................75
Honeycomb cutting table ................................................................................................................75
Fiber lens kits................................................................................................................................75
Materials for Fiber LASER engraving ................................................. 76
Safety..........................................................................................................................................76
Printer driver setting tips ................................................................................................................77
List of materials for Fiber LASER engraving .......................................................................................77
General maintenance ........................................................................ 78
Suggested cleaning and maintenance supplies...................................................................................78
System cleaning............................................................................................................................79
Optics cleaning..............................................................................................................................80
Maintenance schedule ....................................................................................................................81
Autofocus adjustment.....................................................................................................................82
Technical characteristics................................................................... 85
Physical characteristics...................................................................................................................85
Electrical characteristics..................................................................................................................86
Firmware and driver characteristics ..................................................................................................86
Optional accessories.......................................................................................................................87
Appendices........................................................................................ 88
Gravograph machines - Soft setup ...................................................................................................88

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Regulatory information
Compliance standards
This hardware was designed and built in compliance with the relevant EC marking and EEC directives:
• "Security" Directive 2006/42/EC
• "Electromagnetic compatibility" Directive 2004/108/EC
• "Low voltage" Directive 2006/95/EC
Any change or transformation made to this equipment, any adaptation or installation
of accessories not recommended by GRAVOTECH MARKING SAS, any installation of
this equipment in a manufacturing process, any piloting by a robot, any connection
to an external automaton, any change to the characteristics of this material, can
make it become non-compliant with the European Directives it is subjected to.
Such changes void the manufacturer's responsibility.
In this case, the person who ts the machine and the equipment is responsible for the EC
compliance of the nal work station.
Electrical security
This hardware complies with standards EN 60204-1 and EN 60950-1, which also refer to the LASER system safety
standard CEI 825-1.
Machine security
This hardware complies with standards EN ISO12100-1, EN ISO12100-2 and EN ISO 11553-1.
Electromagnetic compatibility
This hardware complies with the following electromagnetic compatibility standards:
• EN 55022 - class A
• EN 61000-3-2
• EN 61000-3-3
• EN 61000-6-2 (immunity in an industrial environment)
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Electrical security
This material is "class 1". The mains plug MUST always be connected to a neutral
socket and comply with the regulations in force in the country of installation. If
you do not have a plug of this type, have one installed by an approved electrician.
Under no circumstances should you depart from this instruction.
The manufacturer bears no responsibility towards any user where alterations have been carried out contrary to the
manufacturer's specications, notably with respect to electrical/electronic elements.
Any operation, other than those mentioned here, must only be carried out by an approved
Gravograph technician.
Do not take the machine apart to repair or clean it : this will void your guarantee.
This symbol indicates that once this equipment has reached the end of its
useful life, it must not be disposed of with non-sorted municipal waste, in
accordance with the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
The equipment must be disposed of at an appropriate collection point for processing,
sorting, and recycling of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (DEEE).
The elements which compose Electrical and Electronic Equipment may contain
substances which have harmful effects on the environment or on human health.
By following these instructions, you are helping the environment, contributing to the
preservation of our natural resources, and protecting human health.
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Overview
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre machine. Years of testing and renements have made this unit
the ultimate LASER engraving system.
The L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre is a LASER engraving machine equipped with an integrated Fiber LASER source.
This type of LASER supplied a marking of very high quality on a wide range of materials, including on numerous metals
which cannot be marked with Lasers CO2.
The machine is conceived to mark just the surface (no in-depth marking or no in-depth engraving), with or without
modication of color (according to the selected parameters and the material to be marked).
Thanks to its innovative design with :
- the "A-sens" Auto sensor concept, which adjusts the focal length automatically for you according to the surface
to be worked on (even when engraving a hollow item),
- the beam concentration with the "X-beam" eXpanding beam concept designed to produce perfect quality
engraving over the entire surface of the table,
and with its performance results (speed, power and engraving areas), the L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre machine combines
exibility and full featured performance without sacricing simplicity, ease of use, or ease of maintenance.
Using advanced engineering and design features, the L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre is truly one-of-a-kind.
Actually, the machine L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre is such a breakthrough in technology that it is more than just a LASER
system, it is a precision engraving device used as a tool for the imagination.
To begin with, we highly recommend that this entire manual be read before attempting
to use the L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre machine. The manual includes important information
about safety, assembly, use, and maintenance of the L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre machine.
Contra-indications
Do not use the controls or settings and do not carry out procedures other than those
specied in the use manual, to avoid risking exposure to dangerous radiation.
The machine must never be handled without an adult present. Keep the machine,
wires and cables out of children's reach.
This machine is only designed for one user. Do not let several people use the machine
simultaneously.
The LASER engraving machine is a high performance machine :
All safety instructions must be complied with.
Proper use and care of this system are essential to safe operation.
Never expose yourself to the LASER beam. It could cause severe physical
burns and irreparable eye damage.
This machine is only designed for engraving purposes of the materials listed in this user
manual and must never be used for other applications.
The LASER machine must be properly installed and connected to an appropriate
discharge system in accordance with the specications dened in this manual.
Do not use this machine in an explosive environment.
The processing materials must be introduced entirely into the machine.
Never operate the LASER engraving machine close to a pacemaker.
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Never operate the LASER system without the machine protective casing.
Never operate the LASER system if the doors are in bad condition or can not be closed
properly.
Never operate the LASER system without constant supervision of the engraving process.
Exposure to the LASER beam may cause ignition of combustible materials and start a re.
A properly maintained re extinguisher should be kept on hand at all times.
Never operate the LASER machine without a properly congured, installed, maintained,
and operating fume/smoke exhaust system.
Fumes and smoke from the engraving process must be extracted from the LASER system
and exhausted outside.
Never engrave with LASER materials which may produce toxic and corrosive fumes.
DISCONTINUE processing any material that shows signs of chemical deterioration of the
LASER system (Systems damaged from this abuse will NOT be covered under warranty).
We suggest that you obtain the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from the materials
manufacturer. The MSDS discloses all of the hazards that may arise from handling or
processing that material. The law requires all manufacturers to provide this information
to anyone who requests it.
DO NOT ENGRAVE PVC (Polyvinylchloride) BASED MATERIALS.
The fumes are extremely toxic if you inhale them. The fumes are so corrosive that they can
chemically destroy the metallic parts of the LASER system. Damage to the LASER system
from this type of abuse WILL NOT be covered under warranty.
Never work on the electronics and LASER parts of the machine without having unplugged
the machine, as hazardous voltages are present.
Although access to these areas is not necessary during normal use, should you need to
open one of these enclosures for service reasons, please remember to unplug the machine
rst.
Never move or lift the LASER machine without the assistance of one person.
Severe bodily injury may occur if improper lifting techniques are applied.
Be careful not to drop the LASER system. Not only can it cause bodily harm, but it can also
severely damage the equipment and render it inoperable and will void your guarantee.
Do not move, push, press on, or shake the LASER machine while the engraving is
in progress. This might shove the engraving part aside and make the engraving
unsuccessful.
Do not connect this equipment to an IT power supply card.
• If the machine is to remain unused for a long period, unplug the power supply and cover the machine (packaging,
cover, lid, etc.).
• Do not move the focus carriage holder manually except in case of a mechanical jamming of the machine, as described
in the paragraph entitled "Mechanical jamming" in this manual's "Installing" chapter.
• Do not spill any liquids onto the machine (drinks, cleaning uids, etc.) unless recommended by GRAVOTECH MARKING
SAS (e.g. for lubrication).
• If the engraving process must be stopped, use the function key provided for this purpose on the keyboard of the
machine.
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Unpacking stages
This machine should only be transported in its packaging and using a lifting apparatus
able to carry loads of least 661 lb (300 Kg).
After opening the box:
1. Loosening and removing the strap.
2. Remove the protections.
Unpacking of the L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre machine must be done by two people.
It weighs 145.5 lb (66 kg).
3. 1 person on each side, lower the machine.
Make sure that no components are missing from the packaging. If any part has been
forgotten please get in touch with your GRAVOGRAPH dealer.
Keep all the packaging materials so that you can move your machine in total safety.
This packaging complies with European recycling standards.
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Unpacking - Package contents
Check the condition of the packaging when you receive it. If there are any signs of damage,
inform the carrier and your GRAVOGRAPH dealer immediately by recorded delivery,
specifying the exact nature of the problem.
Package contents
A. a L-SOLUTION 100 Ex Fibre machine
B. a CD-Rom contains the driver of the LASER
machine
C. a CD-Rom contains the user manual
(PDF le - Acrobat Reader)
D. a tool box
E. a power cable
F1. an USB connection cable
F2. a parallel connection cable
Tool box contents
D1. a lens/mirror cleaning solution
D2. a lens cleaning paper
D3. cotton swabs
D4. a short allen key
D5. a round allen key
D6. a brush
D7. four keys ...
D8. a wedge for Autofocus adjustment
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Sécurité LASER
This LASER machine contains hermetically sealed a pulsed Fiber LASER that produces
intense and invisible LASER radiation at a wavelength of 1.064 microns (μm)
(0.419 10-6 inch) in the infrared spectrum.
This LASER system contains a Fiber LASER in a Class I enclosure. However, due to the
presence of a visible red LASER diode (power < 1mW), the entire LASER system is classied
as Class 2.
- The entire system is completely enclosed with a protective housing. This will completely contain the invisible C02 LASER
beam under normal use. However, the red diode LASER is a visible LASER beam. DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM
OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
- The user door consists of two protective windows in compliance with the standard DIR 1064L6 (CE) and is safety
interlocked and will disable the LASER beam from ring when the user door(s) are opened. The red diode LASER beam
is NOT safety interlocked and can be activated with the door either open or closed.
Do not modify or disable any safety feature of this system. Do not operate any
system that has had its safety features modied, disabled, or removed.
Improprer use of controls and adjustments, or performance of procedures other than
those specied in this manual, may invalidate the safety of this system.
CDRH and EC regulations require all LASER manufacturers to afx warning labels in specic locations throughout the
equipment.
The following warning labels are placed on the LASER system for your safety. DO NOT
remove them for any reason. If the labels become damaged or have been removed for
any reason, DO NOT OPERATE the LASER system and immediately contact Gravograph for
a free replacement.
1 label :
On the back of the system next to the serial number tag. Visible when viewing the LASER system from the backside.
This machine is in compliance with American 21 CFR standards,
subchapter J except for deviations pursuant to LASER notice N° 50,
dated July 26, 2001.
2 labels :
One is next to the beam window where the LASER beam enters the engraving area inside the LASER system and
is visible when the door is opened.
The second one is located on the LASER source where the LASER beam comes out. It is not visible under normal
operating conditions.
AVOID EXPOSURE - Visible and invisible LASER radiation is emitted
from this aperture.
Labels :
On the LASER source. Not visible under normal operating conditions.
DANGER - Invisible and/or visible LASER radiation is present at
that place or when open. Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct
or scattered radiation. 21 CFR part 1040.10 - IEC 60825.1
LASER Class 4/IV - Wavelength: 1064nm (0.419 10-6 inch) - 1,1mJ -
30-200ns - 20-500KHz - 22W Max.
LASER class 2/II - Laser Diode : 620-660nm - 1mW Max.
4 labels :
One is next to the beam window where the LASER beam enters the engraving area inside the LASER system and
is visible when the door is opened.
The second one is on the right, on the #1 mirror cover.
The third one is located on the LASER head next to the access hole of the #2 mirror.
The fourth one is located on the nozzle of the head.
DANGER - Invisible and visible LASER radiation is present at that place.
Avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation.
LASER Safety