Novanta 32-1 Laser User manual

ENGINEERED BY SYNRAD
32-1 Laser
User Manual

IMPORTANT INFORMATION PAGE |2
Table of Contents
Important Information ......................................................................................................................................................................5
Introduction.......................................................................................................................................................................................7
Trademark, Warranty & Copywrite ...................................................................................................................................................7
Warranty Information .......................................................................................................................................................................8
Sales, Application & Support .............................................................................................................................................................8
Sales & Application ............................................................................................................................................................................9
Customer Service...............................................................................................................................................................................9
Technical Support ..............................................................................................................................................................................9
Reference Materials ..........................................................................................................................................................................9
EU Headquarters .............................................................................................................................................................................10
Guidelines & Content ......................................................................................................................................................................11
Contents Description .......................................................................................................................................................................11
32-1 Nomenclature..........................................................................................................................................................................13
Laser Safety......................................................................................................................................................................................14
Hazard Information .........................................................................................................................................................................15
Terms ...............................................................................................................................................................................................15
General Hazards ..............................................................................................................................................................................15
Other Hazards..................................................................................................................................................................................17
Disposal............................................................................................................................................................................................17
Thorium Safety ................................................................................................................................................................................17
Additional Laser Safety Information................................................................................................................................................18
32-1 label locations..........................................................................................................................................................................19
Compliance ......................................................................................................................................................................................20
Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) requirements .................................................................................................20
OEM Models ....................................................................................................................................................................................20
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Requirements ...........................................................................................................21
European Union (EU) requirements RoHS compliance ...................................................................................................................22
Laser safety standards .....................................................................................................................................................................22
Electromagnetic interference standards .........................................................................................................................................22
Technical Reference Summary ........................................................................................................................................................27
Technical overview ..........................................................................................................................................................................27
Introduction.....................................................................................................................................................................................28
Plasma section .................................................................................................................................................................................28
Optical setup....................................................................................................................................................................................30
Control signals .................................................................................................................................................................................32

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Operating modes .............................................................................................................................................................................37
UC-2000 Universal Laser Controller.................................................................................................................................................37
Continuous wave (CW) operation ...................................................................................................................................................38
DB-9 connections.............................................................................................................................................................................39
User I/O connections .......................................................................................................................................................................40
I/O Fault Diagrams...........................................................................................................................................................................41
Sample DB-9 Connector I/O circuits ................................................................................................................................................42
Sample output circuits.....................................................................................................................................................................43
Integrating 32-1 safety features ......................................................................................................................................................44
General Specifications .....................................................................................................................................................................45
Outline and Mounting Diagrams .....................................................................................................................................................46
Maintenance and Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................47
Introduction.....................................................................................................................................................................................47
Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................................................48
Disabling the 32-1 laser ...................................................................................................................................................................48
Daily inspections..............................................................................................................................................................................48
Storage/shipping .............................................................................................................................................................................49
Cleaning guidelines..........................................................................................................................................................................49
Cleaning optics.................................................................................................................................................................................50
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................................................51
Troubleshooting Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................51
Beam delivery optics .......................................................................................................................................................................53
Input/Output/Fault Conditions........................................................................................................................................................54
Index ..................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Table of Figures
Figure 1-1 32-1 Ship kit contents.....................................................................................................................................................12
Table 1-1 32-1 ship kit contents: .....................................................................................................................................................12
Figure 1-2 Anatomy of a model number. ........................................................................................................................................13
Figure 2-3 38-1 Hazard label locations. ...........................................................................................................................................19
Table 2-1 Class 4 safety features as required by CDRH and EN.......................................................................................................23

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Table 2-2 European Union Directives ..............................................................................................................................................24
Figure 2-1 32-1 Declaration Document ...........................................................................................................................................25
Figure 2-5 (continued) 32-1 Declaration Document........................................................................................................................26
Figure 4-1 Beam characteristics.......................................................................................................................................................28
Figure 4-2 “Flying optics” beam path. .............................................................................................................................................30
Table 4-2 Assist gas purity specifications. .......................................................................................................................................31
Table 4-3 Input signal specifications................................................................................................................................................32
Table 4-4 Tickle pulse specifications................................................................................................................................................32
Figure 4-3 Tickle pulse waveform....................................................................................................................................................33
Figure 4-4 32-1-2 kHz waveform. The upper waveform is laser output, the lower wave form is PWM input................................34
Figure 4-5 32-1-5 kHz waveform. The upper waveform is laser output, the lower wave form is PWM input................................35
Table 4-5 PWM signal specifications. ..............................................................................................................................................36
Figure 4-6 PWM signal waveform. ..................................................................................................................................................36
Figure 4-7 Physical layout of 32-1 DB-9 Connector. ........................................................................................................................40
Table 4-6 DB-9 pin assignments ......................................................................................................................................................41
Table 4-7 DB-9 Input signal specifications.......................................................................................................................................42
Table 4-8 Output signal specifications.............................................................................................................................................42
Figure 4-8 Remote Keyswitch circuit. ..............................................................................................................................................42
Figure 4-9 Remote Ready output to PLC input (PLC sourcing). .......................................................................................................43
Figure 4-10 Fault Shutdown Output to PLC input............................................................................................................................43
Table 4-9 Model 32-1 general specifications...................................................................................................................................45
Figure 4-11 Model 32-1 package outline and mounting dimensions, 1 of 1. ..................................................................................46
Table 5-1 Required cleaning materials ............................................................................................................................................50
Table 5-2 Input/Output/Fault Conditions for the 32-1 series lasers. ..............................................................................................54

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Important Information
For your protection, carefully read these instructions before installing and operating the scan head.
Retain these instructions for future reference.
Novanta reserves the right to update this user manual at any time without prior notification.
If product ownership changes, this manual should accompany the product.
Safety Symbols
DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
Its use should be limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
Important Note: Indicates information considered important but not directly hazard related (e.g.,
security, hygiene, or equipment or property damage).
Safety Labels
DANGER:Laser radiation can cause severe retinal and corneal burns, burns on the skin, and may pose
a fire risk. To avoid injury and reduce risk of fire, please follow the control measures and safety
guidelines provided by the laser’s manufacturer, and those established by your Laser Safety Officer
(LSO), Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), or safety department of your business or institution.
ESD Warning
MOVIA scan heads are electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices (ESD). The equipment should
remain sealed until the user is located at a proper static control station; improper handling could
cause damage to these electronics. A proper static control station should include:
A soft grounded conductive tabletop or grounded conductive mat on the tabletop.
A grounded wrist strap with the appropriate (1 MΩ) series resistor connected to the tabletop mat
and ground.
An adequate earth ground connection, such as a water pipe or AC ground.
Conductive bags, trays, totes, racks, or other storage.
Properly grounded power tools.
Personnel handling ESD items should wear ESD protective garments and ground straps.
Important: Equipment returned to the factory must be shipped in anti-static packaging.

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Important: Customers assume all responsibility for maintaining a laser-safe working environment.
Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers assume all responsibility for CDRH (Center for
Devices and Radiological Health) certification.
Customer Support
Before contacting Novanta for assistance, review appropriate sections in the manual that may answer your
questions.
After consulting this manual, please contact one of our worldwide offices between 9 AM and 5 PM local
time.
Americas, Asia Pacific
Novanta Headquarters, Bedford, USA
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Europe, Middle East, Africa
Novanta Europe GmbH, Wackersdorf, Germany
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Milan, Italy
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
China
Novanta Sales & Service Office, Shenzhen, China
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Novanta Sales & Service Office, Suzhou, China
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Japan
Novanta Service & Sales Office, Tokyo, Japan
Phone: [phone]
Email: photonics.japa[email protected]

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Introduction
This section outlines the following information:
•Trademark, Copywrite & Warranty information
•Guidelines and contents description
•32-1 Nomenclature
Important Note: This Operation Manual explains operation activities related to 32-1 lasers. If you
cannot operate the unit using the information described in this manual, contact NOVANTA®
(+1.425.349.3500) or an authorized NOVANTA Distributor.
Do not lift or support the laser by its cooling fittings.
Failure to properly package the laser using NOVANTA shipping box and foam/cardboard inserts as shown
in Packaging Instructions may void the warranty. Customers may incur additional repair charges due to
shipping damage caused by improper packaging.
Before beginning any maintenance or inspections of your 32-1 laser, be sure to completely disable the laser
by disconnecting the DC Power cable (or cables) from the rear of the laser.
Trademark, Warranty & Copywrite
NOVANTA® and 32-1 are registered trademarks of NOVANTA.
All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
2018 by NOVANTA.
All rights reserved.
Caution: Possible Equipment Damage
SYNRAD does not recommend vertical or head down configurations.
Please contact the factory for limitations as a vertical orientation increases the risk of damage to the
laser’s optics.
A risk of exposure to toxic elements may result when certain optical or beam delivery components
are damaged. In the event of damage to laser, marking head, or beam delivery optics, contact
NOVANTA®, or the optics manufacturer for handling instructions.
If you operate your laser dirty or dusty environments, contact NOVANTA about the risks of doing so
and precautions you can take to increase the longevity of your laser, marking head, and associated
optical components.

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Warranty Information
This is to certify that 32-1 lasers are guaranteed by NOVANTA® to be free of all defects in materials and
workmanship for one year from the date of shipment. This warranty does not apply to any defect caused
by negligence, misuse (including environmental factors), accident, alteration, or improper maintenance.
This includes, but is not limited to, damage due to corrosion, condensation, or failing to supply properly
conditioned purge gas.
We request that you examine each shipment within 10 days of receipt and inform NOVANTA of any
shortage or damage. If no discrepancies are reported, NOVANTA shall assume the shipment was delivered
complete and defect-free.
If, within one year from the date of shipment, any part of the 32-1 laser should fail to operate, contact the
NOVANTA Customer Service department at 1. 800.NOVANTA1 (outside the U.S. call 1.425.349.3500) and
report the problem. When calling for support, please be prepared to pro-vide the date of shipment, model
number and serial number of the unit, and a brief description of the problem. When returning a unit for
service, a Return Authorization (RA) number is required; this number must be clearly marked on the
outside of the shipping container for the unit to be properly processed. If replacement parts are sent to
you, then you are required to send the failed parts back to NOVANTA for evaluation unless otherwise
instructed.
If your 32-1 laser fails within the first 45 days after shipment, NOVANTA will pay all shipping charges to
and from NOVANTA when shipped as specified by NOVANTA Customer Service. After the first 45 days,
NOVANTA will continue to pay for the costs of shipping the repaired unit or re-placement parts back to
the customer from NOVANTA. The customer, however, will be responsible for shipping charges incurred
when sending the failed unit or parts back to NOVANTA or a NOVANTA Authorized Distributor. To
maintain your product warranty and to ensure the safe and efficient operation of your 32-1 laser, only
authorized NOVANTA replacement parts can be used. This warranty is void if any parts other than those
provided by NOVANTA are used.
NOVANTA and NOVANTA Authorized Distributors have the sole authority to make warranty statements
regarding NOVANTA products. NOVANTA and its Authorized Distributors neither assumes nor authorizes
any representative or other person to assume for us any other warranties in connection with the sale,
service, or shipment of our products. NOVANTA reserves the right to make changes and improvements in
the design of our products at any time without incurring any obligation to make equivalent changes in
products previously manufactured or shipped. Buyer agrees to hold NOVANTA harmless from all
damages, costs, and expenses relating to any claim arising from the design, manufacture, or use of the
product, or arising from a claim that such product furnished buyer by NOVANTA, or the use thereof,
infringes upon any Patent, foreign or domestic.
Sales, Application & Support
Novanta Sales and Support
NOVANTA® worldwide headquarters are located north of Seattle in Mukilteo, Washington. U.S.A. Our
mailing address is:
NOVANTA 4600 Campus Place Mukilteo, WA 98275 U.S.A.
Phone us at:
1.800.NOVANTA1 (1.800.796.7231)
Outside the U.S.:

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+1.425.349.3500
Fax:
+1.425.349.3667
E-mail:
[e-mail]
Sales & Application
NOVANTA Regional Sales Managers work with customers to identify and develop the best CO2 laser
solution for a given application. Because they are familiar with you and your laser application, use them as
a first point of contact when questions arise. Regional Sales Managers also serve as the liaison between
you and our Applications Lab in processing material samples per your specifications. To speak to the
Regional Sales Manager in your area, call NOVANTA at 1.800. NOVANTA1.
Customer Service
For assistance with order or delivery status, service status, or to obtain a Return Authorization (RA)
number, contact NOVANTA at 1. 800.NOVANTA1 and ask to speak to a Customer Service representative,
or you can email us by sending a message to [e-mail].
Technical Support
NOVANTA Regional Sales Managers are able to answer many technical questions regarding the
installation, use, troubleshooting, and maintenance of our products. In some cases, they may transfer your
call to a Laser, Marking Head, or Software Support Specialist. You may also e-mail questions to the
Technical Support Group by sending your message to Novantatechsupport@ Novanta.com.
Reference Materials
Your Regional Sales Manager can provide reference materials including Outline & Mounting drawings,
Operator’s Manuals, Technical Bulletins, and Application Newsletters. Most of these materials are also
available directly from the NOVANTA web site at http://www.Novanta.com.

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EU Headquarters
For assistance in Europe, contact NOVANTA® European subsidiary, NOVANTA Europe, at:
©Novanta Distribution (USD) GmbH
Parkring 57-59
85748 Garching bei München,
Germany
Phone: [phone]
web: www.Novanta.com
E-mail: [e-mail]
For assistance in China, contact NOVANTA® at:
Novanta China Sales and Service Center
2401-J, Bak Building, Hi-tech Park, Nanshan District Guangdong, PRC 518057
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
web: www.Novanta.com

GUIDELINES & CONTENT PAGE |11
Guidelines & Content
See the drawings within this Operation Manual when installing and operating your 32-1 laser.
•Unpacking/Packing, Storage/Shipping, Mounting, Connecting, Cooling 32-1
•Nomenclature/Features
Unpacking/Packing, Storage/Shipping, Mounting, Connecting, Cooling, Contents
NOVANTA® recommends saving all of the laser’s original packaging. It’s unique design assists in preventing
damage to your laser during storage, relocation and/or shipping. Additional information can also be found
in the Technical Reference chapter within this manual.
Contents Description
Each item below is also listed in tables that follow:
NOVANTA OEM 32-1 Laser – for cutting, welding, drilling, and marking a wide variety of products and
materials.
Customer Communication Flier – Instead of the laser manual CD, please follow the instructions for our
latest laser manual(s) located here: http://Novanta.com/Novanta/docroot/resources/ libraries/manuals.
Spare Fuse- Fuses protect internal circuitry. A 10 A fuse is included with our 32-1 lasers.
Final Test Report (not shown) – Contains data collected during the laser’s final pre-shipment test.

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Figure 1-1 32-1 Ship kit contents.
Table 1-1 32-1 ship kit contents:
Shipping Box Contents
Qty
32-1 Laser
1
Customer flier
1
Spare Fuses (not shown)
As required
Mounting bolts
3
Final Test Report (not shown)
1

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32-1 Nomenclature
The 32-1 nomenclature section includes:
•Model numbers
•32-1 laser versions
The last three characters in the 32-1 model number serve to designate the functional category, cooling
method, and model version. The functional category is indicated by a “S” for Standard (OEM) models. The
next letter indicates the cooling method: “A” for air-cooled lasers (where the customer must provide the
proper cooling via fans or blowers). OEM and Air-cooled models are the only options available for the 32-
1. The last letter in the model number indicates the current model version “C”. For example, the model
number 32-1 SAC designates the 32-1 laser as a Standard OEM, Air-cooled version C.
Figure 1-2 Anatomy of a model number.

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Laser Safety
This section contains safety information that you will need to know prior to getting started.
•Hazard Information – includes equipment label terms and hazards, please familiarize yourself with
all definitions and their significance.
•General & Other Hazards – provides important information about the hazards and unsafe practices
that could result in death, severe injury, or product damage.
•Disposal – information on your 32-1 laser parts and/or components as they pertain to disposal.
•Additional safety Information – describes how to find additional information about your 32-1 laser.
•Compliance – explains in the subsections therein applicable and appropriate regulation information.
Important Note: Read the entire safety section. This will ensure you are familiar with the hazards
and warnings prior to starting.
Warning: Serious Personal Injury
Although the 32-1 wavelength is 10.6 microns (μm) any Class 4 laser product that emits invisible
infrared laser radiation in the 9.3–10.6 μm CO2 wavelength band is capable of seriously burning
human tissue.
Because direct or diffuse laser radiation can inflict severe corneal injuries, always wear eye protection
when in the same area as an exposed laser beam.
Do not allow the laser beam to contact a person!
This product emits an invisible laser beam that is capable of seriously burning human tissue.
Always be aware of the beam’s path and always use a beam block while testing.
Warning: Serious Personal Injury
For laser systems being used or sold within the U.S.A., customers should refer to and follow the laser
safety precautions described American National Standards Institute (ANSI) document Z136.1- 2007,
Safe Use of Lasers.
For laser systems being used or sold outside the U.S.A., customers should refer to and follow the laser
safety precautions described in European Normative and International Electrotechnical Commission
documents IEC/TR 60825-14:2004, Safety of Laser Products – Part 14: A User’s Guide.

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Hazard Information
Hazard information includes terms, symbols, and instructions used in this manual or on the equipment to
alert both operating and service personnel to the recommended precautions in the care, use, and handling
of Class 4 laser equipment.
Terms
Certain terms are used throughout this manual or on the equipment labels. Please familiarize yourself with
their definitions and significance.
•Imminent hazards which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
•Potential hazards which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
•Hazards which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
•Caution- potential hazards or unsafe practices which, if not avoided, may result in product damage.
•Important information or recommendations concerning the subject under discussion.
General Hazards
Following are descriptions of general hazards and unsafe practices that could result in death, severe injury,
or product damage. Specific warnings and cautions not appearing in this section are found throughout
the manual.
32-1 lasers should be installed and operated in manufacturing or laboratory facilities by trained personnel
only. Due to the considerable risks and hazards associated with the installation and operational use of any
equipment incorporating a laser, the operator must follow product warning labels and instructions to the
user regarding laser safety. To prevent exposure to direct or scattered laser radiation, follow all safety
precautions specified throughout this manual and exercise safe operating practices per ANSI Z136.1-2007,
Safe Use of Lasers at all times when actively lasing.
Due to the specific properties of laser light, a unique set of safety hazards that differ from other light
sources must be considered. Just like light, lasers can be reflected, refracted, diffracted, or scattered.
Warning: Serious Personal Injury
Never use organic material or metals as a beam blocker. There are very few exceptions, e.g., black
anodized metal such as aluminum because this is non reflective surface.
Caution: Possible Equipment Damage
“Caution - The use of controls or adjustments of performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.”

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A CO2 laser is an intense energy source and will ignite most materials under the proper conditions. Never
operate the laser in the presence of flammable or explosive materials, gases, liquids, or vapors.
The use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may
result in exposure to hazardous invisible laser radiation, damage to, or malfunction of the laser. Severe
burns will result from exposure to the laser beam.
Safe operation of the laser requires the use of an external beam block to safely block the beam from
traveling beyond the desired work area. Do not place your body or any combustible object in the path of
the laser beam. Use a water-cooled beam dump or power meter, or similar non-scattering, noncombustible
material as the beam block. Never use organic material or metals as the beam blocker; organic materials,
in general, are apt to combust or melt and metals act as specular reflectors which may create a serious
hazard outside the immediate work area.
Warning: Serious Personal Injury
Do not allow laser radiation to enter the eye by viewing direct or reflected laser energy. CO2 laser
radiation can be reflected from metallic objects even though the surface is darkened. Direct or diffuse
laser radiation can inflict severe corneal injuries leading to permanent eye damage or blindness. All
personnel must wear eye protection suitable for 9.3–10.6 μm CO2 radiation when in the same area as
an exposed laser beam. Eye wear protects against scattered energy but is not intended to protect
against direct viewing of the beam—never look directly into the laser output aperture or view
scattered laser reflections from metallic surfaces.
Enclose the beam path whenever possible. Exposure to direct or diffuse CO2 laser radiation can
seriously burn human or animal tissue, which may cause permanent damage.
This product is not intended for use in explosive, or potentially explosive, atmospheres.
Materials processing with a laser can generate air contaminants such as vapors, fumes, and/or
particles that may be noxious, toxic, or even fatal.
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for materials being processed should be thoroughly evaluated
and the adequacy of provisions for fume extraction, filtering, and venting should be carefully
considered. Review the following references for further information on exposure criteria:
Review the following references for further information on exposure criteria:
ANSI Z136.1-2007, Safe Use of Lasers, section 7.3.
U.S. Government’s Code of Federal Regulations: 29 CFR 1910, Subpart Z.
Threshold Limit Values (TLV’s) published by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists (ACGIH).
It may be necessary to consult with local governmental agencies regarding restrictions on the venting
of processing vapors.
The use of aerosol dusters containing difluoroethane causes “blooming”, a condition that significantly
expands and scatters the laser beam. This beam expansion can affect mode quality and/or cause
laser energy to extend beyond the confines of optical elements in the system, possibly damaging
acrylic safety shielding. Do not use air dusters containing difluoroethane in any area adjacent to CO2
laser systems because difluoroethane persists for long time periods over wide areas.

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Always wear safety glasses or protective goggles with side shields to reduce the risk of damage to the
eyes when operating the laser.
Other Hazards
The following hazards are typical for this product family when incorporated for intended use: (A) risk of
injury when lifting or moving the unit; (B) risk of exposure to hazardous laser energy through unauthorized
removal of access panels, doors, or protective barriers; (C) risk of exposure to hazardous laser energy and
injury due to failure of personnel to use proper eye protection and/or failure to adhere to applicable laser
safety procedures; (D) risk of exposure to hazardous or lethal voltages through unauthorized removal of
covers, doors, or access panels; (E) generation of hazardous air contaminants that may be noxious, toxic,
or even fatal.
Disposal
This product contains components that are considered hazardous industrial waste. If a situation occurs
where the laser is rendered non-functional and cannot be repaired, it may be returned to NOVANTA® who,
for a fee, will ensure adequate disassembly, recycling and/or disposal of the product.
Thorium Safety
•This laser system incorporates a II-VI Infrared optical component.
•This optical component contains a small amount of thorium fluoride, a type of source material (less
than 10% by weight).
•It is exempt from USNRC licensing regulations as an “unimportant quantity of source material” per
10 CFR 40.13(c) (7).
•Shaping, grinding, polishing, or alteration of the optical component is prohibited.
•Use of this optical component in contact lenses, spectacles, or in eyepieces in binoculars or other
similar optical instruments is prohibited.
Cleaning optical components is permitted so long as care is taken not to damage the coated surface of
the component as sold. This II-VI Infrared requirement only applies to lenses and optics manufactured and
distributed by II-VI Infrared. Distributing components or devices that contain lenses and optics
manufactured by other companies as if it were manufactured by II-VI Infrared is not in compliance with
USNRC distribution requirements.
U.S. distribution of components or devices that contain lenses and optics manufactured by other
companies which contain uranium and/or thorium requires a USNRC distribution license. Only II-VI Infrared
manufactured lenses and optics which contain thorium are covered by the II-VI Infrared distribution
license.
10 CFR 40.13(c) (7) Unimportant quantities of source material.
(7) Thorium or uranium contained in or on finished optical lenses and mirrors, provided that each lens or
mirror does not contain more than 10 percent by weight thorium or uranium or, for lenses manufactured

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before August 27, 2013, 30 percent by weight of thorium; and that the exemption contained in this
paragraph does not authorize either:
(i) The shaping, grinding, or polishing of such lens or mirror or manufacturing processes other than the
assembly of such lens or mirror into optical systems and devices without any alteration of the lens or
mirror; or
(ii) The receipt, possession, use, or transfer of uranium or thorium contained in contact lenses, or in
spectacles, or in eyepieces in binoculars or other optical instruments.
Additional Laser Safety Information
The NOVANTA web site (http://www.Novanta.com/LaserFacts/safetyinfo.html) contains an online laser
safety handbook that provides information on (1) Laser Safety Standards for OEM’s/System Integrators,
(2) Laser Safety Standards for End Users, (3) References and Sources, and (4) Assistance with
Requirements.
In addition, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides an online Technical
Manual (located at http://www.osha.gov/dts/osta/otm/otm_iii/otm_iii_6.html). Section III, Chapter 6 and
Appendix III are good resources for laser safety information.
Another excellent laser safety resource is the Laser Institute of America (LIA). Their comprehensive web
site is located at http://www.lia.org.

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32-1 label locations
Figure 2-3 38-1 Hazard label locations.

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Compliance
•Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) requirements.
•Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements.
•European Union (EU) requirements.
NOVANTA® lasers are designed, tested, and certified to comply with certain United States (U.S.) and
European Union (EU) regulations. These regulations impose product performance requirements related to
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and product safety characteristics for industrial, scientific, and
medical (ISM) equipment. The specific provisions to which systems containing 32-1 lasers must comply are
identified and described in the following paragraphs.
In the U.S., laser safety requirements are governed by the Center for Devices and Radiological Health
(CDRH) under the auspices of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) while radiated emission
standards fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Outside the
U.S., laser safety and emissions are governed by European Union (EU) Directives and Standards.
In the matter of CE-compliant laser products, NOVANTA assumes no responsibility for the compliance of
the system into which the product is integrated, other than to supply and/or recommend laser
components that are CE marked for compliance with applicable European Union Directives.
Because OEM laser products are intended for incorporation as components in a laser processing system,
they do not meet all of the Standards for complete laser processing systems as specified by 21 CFR, Part
1040 or EN 60825-1. NOVANTA assumes no responsibility for the compliance of the system into which
OEM laser products are integrated.
Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) requirements
Product features incorporated into the design of 32-1 lasers to comply with CDRH requirements are
integrated as panel controls or indicators, internal circuit elements, or input/output signal interfaces.
Specifically, these features include a lase and laser ready indicators, remote interlock for power on/off, a
laser aperture shutter switch, and a five-second delay between power on and lasing. Incorporation of
certain features is dependent on the laser version (Keyswitch or OEM). See the Class 4 safety features,
located in the following table, that indicate which features are available on 32-1 lasers, the type and
description of the feature, and if the feature is required by CDRH regulations.
OEM Models
32-1 OEM lasers are OEM products intended for incorporation as components in laser processing systems.
As supplied by NOVANTA, these lasers do not meet the requirements of 21 CFR, Subchapter J without
additional safeguards. In the U.S., the Buyer of these OEM laser components is solely responsible for the
assurance that the laser processing system sold to an end user complies with all laser safety requirements
before the actual sale of the system. Under CDRH regulations, the Buyer must submit a report to the CDRH
prior to shipping the system. In jurisdictions outside the U.S., It is the sole responsibility of the OEM
Buyer/end-user to integrate the laser so that it complies with all applicable laser safety standards as set
forth above.