Thunder Laser AURORA Series User manual

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AURORA Series
Unified User’s Manual
For AURORA 8 & 8 PRO
Thunder Laser
www.thunderlaser.ca
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July 2022
DONGGUAN THUNDER LASER EQUIPMENT CO., LTD
Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China

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Introduction
This manual has been designated as a user’s guide for thunder laser systems and fiber laser machine
installation; The manual is divided into eight chapters, including General Information Instructions, Safety
Instructions, Key Components of every Laser Systems and the Installation Steps, Operation Instructions
and Maintenance Instructions from THUNDERLASER Company.
It should be emphasized that the installation of each system must meet the requirements, and be
consistent with the installation requirements of THUNDERLASER. If not, the machine won’t work
properly, manifested as poor performance, shortened life-span, increasing maintenance costs and even
damage to the machine.
The note is about some specific requirements during system installation, and we hope every customer
could try to understand these notes before installation and usage, so that you can correctly install and
use it. If you meet any problems during installation, you can contact our technical personnel or Customer
Service.

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Content
CHAPTER 1. GENERAL...............................................................................................................................................................4
1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 DESIGNATED ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.3 DISPOSAL REMARKS ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.4 TECHNICAL PARAMETER/DEVICE SPECIFICATION................................................................................................................................. 6
1.5 ROHS CERTIFICATE................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
1.6 MANUFACTURER’S LABEL ....................................................................................................................................................................... 9
CHAPTER 2 SAFETY ................................................................................................................................................................ 10
2.1 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION .........................................................................................................................................................10
2.2 LASER SAFETY INFORMATION...............................................................................................................................................................11
2.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THE DEVICE .....................................................................................................................12
2.4 WARNING AND INFORMATION LABELS ...............................................................................................................................................13
CHAPTER 3. PROCESS OF INSTALLING ............................................................................................................................. 16
3.1 UNPACKING ...........................................................................................................................................................................................16
3.2 LOCATION..............................................................................................................................................................................................16
3.3 CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................................18
3.3.1 Connecting the Mains............................................................................................................................................................18
3.3.2 Connecting the Computer ...................................................................................................................................................19
3.3.3 Connecting the exhaust system .........................................................................................................................................20
CHAPTER 4. MACHINE VIEW ............................................................................................................................................... 21
CHAPTER 5. BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARES.................................................................................................... 24
5.1 EZCAD2...............................................................................................................................................................................................24
5.1.1 Driver Installation.....................................................................................................................................................................24
5.1.2 Software setting .......................................................................................................................................................................30
5.2 EZCAD3...............................................................................................................................................................................................32
5.2.1 Driver Installation.....................................................................................................................................................................33
5.2.2 Activate the software..............................................................................................................................................................38
5.2.3 Software setting .......................................................................................................................................................................42
CHAPTER 6. HOW TO SET & ADJUST THE FOCUS LENGTH OF AUTO-FOCUS....................................................... 44
6.1 JHC SERIALS TOOL ...........................................................................................................................................................................44
6.2 TL-TOOL ..............................................................................................................................................................................................51
CHAPTER 7 THE FIRST TIME TO RUN THE FIBER LASER............................................................................................... 57
CHAPTER 8 MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................................. 66
8.1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................................................................................66
8.2 CLEAN THE FIELD LENS .........................................................................................................................................................................66

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Chapter 1. General
1.1 General Information
Please read this documentation carefully before installation and operation.
Injury, death, property loss, fire, electric shock, malfunction, reduced performance &
machine life-span, and serious failures might happen unless you read, understand, and
follow the Operation Manual!
Operation of the system is permitted only with equipment and spare parts supplied or listed in the List of
Spare Parts and Consumables. The use of components from the 3rd Party may invalidate the warranty.
Auxiliary equipment must be adjusted to the base machine (contact us for further info).
The following symbols are used throughout the Operation Manual:
Caution: When operating the laser, keep alarmed all the time.
High Voltage: Be careful to prevent injury and/or death.
Laser Radiation: Keep away from the dangers of the laser beam.
Fire Hazard: High potential for fire. NEVER LEAVE IT UNATTENDED WHEN RUNNING!
Tips: Helpful notes or info can make it easier to use or understand.

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1.2 Designated
The THUNDER LASER AURORA SERIES is intended exclusively for laser marking through the supplied
marking software.
Materials such as metal, anodized aluminum, and several plastics can be processed by the laser.
As part of the intended use, the following points should also be observed:
1. The engraving process must only be performed with a perfectly adjusted machine.
2. Only mark approved materials with suitable parameters.
3. Use of the system in other areas is against the designated use. The manufacturer does not admit
liability for damage to personal and/or equipment resulting from such use.
4. The system must only be operated, maintained and repaired, by personnel that are familiar with the
designated field of use and the dangers of the machine!
5. Non-observance of the instructions for operation, maintenance and repair described in this Operation
Manual excludes any liability of the manufacturer if a defect occurs.
6. Caution when processing conductive materials (carbon fibers), Conductive dust or particles in the
ambient air might damage electrical components and lead to short circuits. Bear in mind that those
defects are not warranted.
1.3 Disposal remarks
Do not dispose the machine with house refuse!
Electronic devices have to be disposed along with electric waste disposal according to the regional
directives on electronic. For further questions, please ask your supplier. He might handle it properly.

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1.4 Technical Parameter/Device Specification
Mechanics
AURORA 8 AURORA 8 PRO
Max marking area 200*200mm/7.9″
Max working area 200*200mm/7.9″
Lens Marking area Max work Height Focus Diameter Focus length
F-160 4.3″×4.3″/110×110mm 7.9″/200mm 25.95µm 7.1″/180mm
F-210 5.9″×5.9″/150×150mm 5.7″/145mm 40.9µm 9.5″/233mm
F-290 7.9″×7.9″/200×200mm 1.2″/30mm 47µm 13.8″/350mm
Max marking speed 2m/sec, 200cps 8m/sec, 800cps
Z-axis Motorized Z-axis, 15.4″/390mm
Table Alumina table, 14.2″×10.5″/360×265mm
Net weight 71kgs/157bs 72kgs/159lbs
Housing
dimensions(W*D*H)
27.7″×17″×32″/703mm×430mm×812mm
PS AURORA 8 is fitted with F-160 as standard, and 8 PRO with F-210.
Laser Equipment
AURORA 8 AURORA 8 PRO
Laser power 20w 20w（MOPA）,50w
Wavelength 1064nm
Frequency
20W
20-60kHz
20W(MOPA)
1-4000kHz
50W
50-100kHz
Pulse width / 2-500ns /
Cooling Air cooled
Red dot pointer Laser Power<1mW, 630-680nm
PS AURORA 8 is fitted with Fiber 20W as standard, and 8 PRO with MOPA 20W.

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Control System
AURORA 8 AURORA 8 PRO
Computer Microsoft Windows XP, VISTA, Win7, Win10
Interfaces USB
Marking software EzCad2 EzCad3
Correction software CorFile2 Calibration Wizard
Auto-focus software JhcSeialTools TL-tool
Laser power
Fiber 20, 50W adjustable from 10% - 100%
MOPA 20W adjustable from 0 - 100%
Electricity, Power, Breaker
20W ATT 50W ATT 20WATT(MOPA)
Electricity requirement 115 or 230Volt AC, 50 or 60Hz, Single phase
Power consumption 230W 340W 225W
Current 2.5A, 115V
1.5A, 230V
3.5A,115V
2A, 230V
2.5A,115V
1.5A,230V
Recommended circuit
breaker 10A
Ambient Conditions
Ambient temperature Operating temperature 0℃-40℃
Humidity Maximum humidity 80%
Laser Safety
Laser class Class Ⅱ
CE-Compliant approved by FDA

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1.5 RoHS Certificate

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1.6 Manufacturer’s Label
The Manufacturer's Label is on the backside of the machine (see picture below)
It is recommended to record all of the data for access anywhere anytime. You will need to supply your
Serial Number to our Support Team on occasion.

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Chapter 2 Safety
2.1 General Safety Information
Any personnel involved in installation, set-up, operation, maintenance and repair of the machine, should
have read and understood the Operation Manual, particularly for the “Safety” section. The user is
recommended to assign specific company-internal personnel to implement each operation according to
the qualifications the employees. And the receipt of the instruction/Operation Manual or the participation
at introduction/training should be acknowledged in writing in each case.
Safety -conscious working
The machine must only be operated by trained and authorized personnel.
The scopes of different applicable operations of the machine must be clarified and observed in case of
some problems related to safety. Especially for operations on the electric equipment, which must be
performed by special experts only.
For all manipulations concerning modifications, maintenance, inspection and repair of installation, set-up,
start-up, operation, conditions and operation methods, the switch-off procedures that may be provided in
the Operation Manual must be observed.
Safety Information for the User and/or Operating Personnel
1. Any operating methods that will imperil the safety of the working machine are forbidden.
2. The operator must also ensure that no unauthorized person work with the machine (e.g.
activating equipment without authorization).
3. It is the duty of the operator to check the machine before starting for externally-visible
damage or flaws, and to report changes (including behavior during operation) that imperils
the safety.
4. The user must ensure that the machine is only operated in sound condition.
5. The user must guarantee the cleanness and accessibility at and around the machine by
corresponding instructions and controls.

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6. No removing or interrupting safety components (we emphasize again the imminent
dangers, for example severe burns, loss of eyesight, etc.). If the removal of safety
components is required during repair and service, the replacement of the safety components
must be performed immediately after repairing.
7. Preparation, retooling, change of workpiece, maintenance and repair must be performed
only with equipment switched off and by trained personnel.
8. Any attempt to perform unauthorized modifications and changes to the machine can
INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. This does not conform to Thunder Laser’s routine preventive
& general maintenance, adjustment and alignment, etc.
2.2 Laser Safety Information
1. According to the assessment of the potential danger of the laser systems, the machine is
classified into SECURITY CLASS 2. Thunder Laser AURORA series is a device of
SECURITY CLASS 2, which is guaranteed by the protective housing and the safety
installations.
Attention: Improper operation and maintenance of the device can change the security level
and cause the emission of harmful radiation.
2. Without safety precautions, exposure to laser radiation will cause the following risks:
Eyes: Corneal burn
Skin: Burns
Clothing: Danger of fire
3. Never try to modify or disassemble the laser or start up a modified or disassembled
system!
4. Other inappropriate operation or adjustment will cause dangerous radiation exposure
other than those described here.

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2.3 Safety Precautions when Operating the Device
Your Thunder Laser AURORA SERIES has an integrated safety system which immediately stops running
when the protection cover (Lid) is opened. Opening the cover during the operation will interrupt the
engraving.
Please remember the following safety precautions when working with this device:
1. CO2 Fire extinguishers should be placed near laser. Always keep a properly maintained and
inspected fire extinguisher on hand.
2. Do not store any inflammables inside of the device. Particularly, leftovers of processed
materials have to be removed to prevent fire hazard.
3. Please maintain free airflow around this system all the time. Do not cover the machine during
operation.
4. Stay with the laser. Do not leave the laser unattended when it is working.
1. These lasers emit invisible radiation, so safety glasses should be worn when maintaining
these machines for protection.
2. Adjustment of the beam path must be performed only by professionally trained personnel.
Any non-standard setting can lead to uncontrollable emission of the laser radiation.
1. Do not disable limit switches or safety devices as this can invalidate warranties and cause
damage to you and the machine.
2. Before processing, please verify whether harmful materials can be generated and whether
the equipment for exhaust and filtration is useful in dealing with the harmful materials. We
need to emphasize that it is the responsibility of the user to consider the national and regional
boundary value (the maximum permitted emission concentration) for dust, fogs and gases
when selecting the system for exhaust and filtration.
3. Under no circumstances can PVC (polyvinyl chloride) be processed with the laser.

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2.4 Warning and Information Labels
The warning and information labels in various locations of the machine should always be
carefully read and understood. If labels are lost or damaged, they must be replaced
immediately.

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Chapter 3. Process of Installing
3.1 Unpacking
When you receive your THUNDER LASER AURORA SERIES, it’s packed in a wooden box which
contains the laser machine and additional accessories. The steps for unpacking and assembling of the
laser are as follows. Please follow them carefully.
Keep the packing box. You will need it in case of a return.
Dispose all waste according to the applicable waste disposal rules
1. Put the wooden box in a flat and spacious room for unpacking.
2. Remove the machine box; carefully remove the protective foam, wraps, films, etc.
3. Please keep the warranty certificate as well as the model and serial number of the machine. If you
need tech support, please tell us these.
4. Then start to install the machine, carefully following the instructions in this manual.
3.2 Location
Before installing the fiber laser system, you should select an appropriate location. Follow the guidelines
shown below:
1. Avoid locations of high temperature, much dust and high humidity. (The humidity should
be kept within 70% and the recommended operating environment temperature range of the
laser is 0-40℃.)
2. Avoid locations where the system is exposed to mechanical shocks.
1. Circuit Breaker protection: Do not connect other devices on the same circuit as that of the
laser system. It requires a dedicated circuit.
2. DO NOT open any of the machine’s access panels while the unit is plugged in. Opening
any panel may expose the operator to severe electric shock, invisible laser radiation,
mechanical pinch points, burns, blindness, and other hazards. POWER OFF AND UNPLUG
after using!

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3. DO NOT make or break any electrical connections to the system while the unit is turned
on.
1. Avoid locations with poor air circulation; select a location close to ventilation (if
available). Select a location, whose room temperature is between 15 °C and 25°C (59°F –
77° F).
2. This is fundamental to maintain consistent and reliable operation of a fiber laser and the
machine itself. Avoid higher ambient temperatures and strong exposure of the engraver to
strong sunlight. Use blinds, if needed.
3. Mechanical shock and vibration of the laser will have detrimental effects on the performance
and life expectancy of the machine. It will manifest (over a period of time) with a noticeable
decrease in performance and need for maintenance, even breakdown, possibly. Setting your
Thunder Fiber Laser up in s suitable controlled temperature, dust free, moisture free, level,
stable surface (a level concrete floor) with the recommended maintanance method is critical to
the ongoing performance of the machine. It is also a premise for warranty.

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3.3 Connections
Perform the connections exactly in the order described; otherwise the static electricity can
damage your computer and/or the electronics of the laser system.
3.3.1 Connecting the Mains
Connect one end of the mains cable with the connection socket at the rear side of the laser device (see
figures below) and the other end with a protected power outlet.
Mains voltage must correspond with the operating voltage (AC 230V 50/60 Hz or AC 115V 50/60 Hz) –
see information on label beside the connection socket.
Under no circumstances should you switch on the device if the voltages do not correspond
with each other.

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3.3.2 Connecting the Computer
AURORA 8
Connecting the computer and the machine by using the USB cable, as shown in the picture below:
About how to start to use software EzCad2, refer to chapter 5.2 EzCad2.
The USB cable is placed inside the toolbox.
AURORA 8 PRO
Connecting the computer and the machine by using the USB cable, and insert the Dongle that comes
with the machine, as shown in the picture below:
About how to start to use software EzCad3, refer to 5.3 EzCad3.
The USB cable and Dongle are placed inside the toolbox.

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3.3.3 Connecting the exhaust system
Insert one side of the gray exhaust pipe into the fan inlet and the other side into the machine behind the
exhaust tank. Insert one side of the other gray exhaust pipe into the fan outlet and put the other side of
the pipe outside the operation room (If the machine is too far from the door of the room to discharge the
gas manufactured; then you might need a dust/fume filter, it can keep good air quality of your working
environment).
Please refer to the following pictures about how to install the exhaust pipe:
The input voltage must correspond to the required range (AC 230V 50/60 Hz or AC 115V 50/60 Hz) –
see information label beside the connection socket.