PASCO OS-8458B User manual

Instruction Sheet
012-15590B
Basic Optics Diode Laser
OS-8458B (green)
800-772-8700 www.pasco.com
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Introduction
PASCO model OS-8458B is a diode laser designed for use with
PASCO Basic Optics systems. The laser is permanently mounted
in a holder that can be snapped into a Basic Optics bench or used
freestanding on a tabletop. (It can also be used with any PASCO
track if it is connected to the OS-8472 Dynamics Optics Carriage
- not included.) The holder includes vertical and horizontal
adjustment screws for fine-tuning the angle of the laser beam. An
included AC adapter provides power.
Compatible Equipment
The laser can be used with PASCO Basic Optics equipment and
is included in various systems offered by PASCO. See the
PASCO catalog or the on-line store at www.pasco.com for a com-
plete description of all Basic Optics equipment.
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CAUTION - use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
• LASER LIGHT - DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
• CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
• This Laser Product is designated as Class 2 during all proce-
dures of operation.
• Do not point the laser or allow the laser to be directed or
reflected toward people or animals.
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Included Equipment Part Number
Green Laser in Mount OS-8458B
AC Adapter, 9 VDC output see Technical Support
LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED
FROMTHIS APERTURE
OS-8458
BASIC OPTICS
GREEN DIODE LASER
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10101 Foothill Blvd.
Roseville, CA. 95747 USA
Power input jack
Power switch
Vertical adjustment
screw
Horizontal adjustment
screw
Manufacture
I.D. Label
Green Laser
in mount

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Model No. OS-8458B Set-up
2
Warning label located on Product:
Set-up
1. Attach the laser to a Basic Optics bench by aligning the base
of the holder with the central channel of the bench and push-
ing down to snap it in place.
2. Squeeze the base of the holder and slide the laser along the
bench to the desired location.
3. Connect the AC adapter to a wall outlet and the power input
jack.
4. Slide the power switch on the back of the laser to turn the
beam on or off.
5. Turn the vertical and horizontal adjustment screws to aim the
beam.
Notes
• These lasers are designed for use in room temperature envi-
ronments (10° C to 35° C).
• For optical power stability, allow the laser to warm up for 5
to 10 minutes.
• These lasers are designed for use in student labs and class-
room demonstrations.
• To maximize laser life, turn off the laser when it is unat-
tended or not in use.
Specifications
Technical Support
For assistance with any PASCO product, contact PASCO at:
Limited Warranty
For a description of the product warranty, see the PASCO catalog.
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NOTE: NO service or maintenance is allowed, on this product, by
the customer. Return unit to the factory for service or repair.
Unit is NOT to be opened or modified by the Customer.
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Copyright
The PASCO scientific 012-15590B Basic Optics Diode Laser Instruction
Sheet is copyrighted with all rights reserved. Permission is granted to
non-profit educational institutions for reproduction of any part of this man-
ual, providing the reproductions are used only in their laboratories and
classrooms, and are not sold for profit. Reproduction under any other cir-
cumstances, without the written consent of PASCO scientific, is prohibited.
Trademarks
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of PASCO scientific, in the United States and/or in other countries. All
other brands, products, or service names are or may be trademarks or
service marks of, and are used to identify, products or services of, their
respective owners. For more information visit www.pasco.com/legal.
Product End of Life Disposal Instructions:
This electronic product is subject to disposal and
recycling regulations that vary by country and
region. It is your responsibility to recycle your
electronic equipment per your local environmental
laws and regulations to ensure that it will be
recycled in a manner that protects human health
and the environment. To find out where you can
drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local
waste recycle/disposal service, or the place where you purchased the
products
The European Union WEEE (Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment)
symbol (to the right) and on the product or its packaging indicates that this
product must not be disposed of in a standard waste container.
Classification Class II Laser
Wavelength 515 nm (green)
Maximum Output <1 mW
Divergence <2 mrd
Beam Diameter at aperture 3 mm
Address: PASCO scientific
10101 Foothills Blvd.
Roseville, CA 95747-7100
Phone: [phone] (worldwide)
800-772-8700 (U.S.)
Web: www.pasco.com
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