Trotec SpeedMarker 300 User manual

OPERATION MANUAL
SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300
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TROTEC PRODUKTIONS UND VERTRIEBS GMBH
Linzer Straße 156
A –4600 Wels
AUSTRIA
Tel.: ++43/7242/239-7000
Fax: ++43/7242/239-7380
E-Mail: [email protected]
www.troteclaser.com
Trotec cannot be held responsible for any direct or indirect damages, which result from using or working with the
products electric circuits or software described herein. The apparatus must be used only by trained and skilled
personnel. Before use the manual should be read and followed carefully.
Furthermore Trotec reserves the right to change or alter any product described herein without prior notice.
In case of failure, please check the device first according to section 12 Troubleshooting. If unsuccessful, please
note all data of the device (year of manufacture, software version, etc.) and call us from a telephone next to the
switched on device.
For queries or technical problems please contact your dealer or Trotec directly at the above address..

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1 Content
1Content ............................................................................................................................................................. 3
2Introduction...................................................................................................................................................... 5
3General Information......................................................................................................................................... 5
General Instructions for Using the Operation manual................................................................................ 6
Intended Use............................................................................................................................................. 7
Disposal remarks....................................................................................................................................... 7
Manufacturer's Label................................................................................................................................. 8
EC–Declaration of Conformity................................................................................................................... 9
4Safety.............................................................................................................................................................. 10
General Safety Information...................................................................................................................... 10
Laser Safety Information ......................................................................................................................... 11
Safety Precautions when Operating the Device ...................................................................................... 13
Warning and Information Labels.............................................................................................................. 14
5Before Commissioning.................................................................................................................................. 16
General Instructions ................................................................................................................................ 16
Scope of Supply (Standard Configuration).............................................................................................. 17
Unloading, Inspection and Reporting Faults............................................................................................ 18
6Technical Data................................................................................................................................................ 19
General Description................................................................................................................................. 19
Laser Module Dimensions....................................................................................................................... 19
Housing Dimensions................................................................................................................................ 20
Data Sheet .............................................................................................................................................. 21
7System Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 22
The Laser Module.................................................................................................................................... 23
7.1.1 Laser Module Control elements (Front Side)................................................................................ 23
7.1.2 Laser Module Interface (Reverse Side)........................................................................................ 24
Industrial PC............................................................................................................................................ 25
7.2.1 Industrial PC (Front Side)............................................................................................................. 25
7.2.1 Industrial PC Interface (Reverse Side)......................................................................................... 25
Control Elements on the Front of the SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300............................................... 26
Processing Area Layout .......................................................................................................................... 26
Safety Devices......................................................................................................................................... 27
7.5.1 Emergency Stop Device............................................................................................................... 27
7.5.2 Laser protection glass.................................................................................................................. 28
7.5.3 Laser protection shutter................................................................................................................ 28

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8Installation...................................................................................................................................................... 29
Installation Location................................................................................................................................. 29
Electrical Installation................................................................................................................................ 29
8.2.1 Overview - PC Interface (Reverse Side) ...................................................................................... 29
8.2.2 Power Supply............................................................................................................................... 30
8.2.3 Overview - Laser Module Interface (Reverse Side)...................................................................... 31
8.2.4 Interface Pin Configurations......................................................................................................... 33
9Commissioning.............................................................................................................................................. 34
Installation Inspection.............................................................................................................................. 34
Marking Software..................................................................................................................................... 34
Switching On/Off...................................................................................................................................... 35
Opening and closing the doorf................................................................................................................. 35
Focusing.................................................................................................................................................. 36
Using Pass-Through Option.................................................................................................................... 37
10 Maintenance................................................................................................................................................... 38
General Maintenance.............................................................................................................................. 38
Cleaning the Lenses................................................................................................................................ 38
Replacing the Filter Pad.......................................................................................................................... 39
11 Transportation and Storage.......................................................................................................................... 40
Transportation Conditions ....................................................................................................................... 40
Storage Conditions.................................................................................................................................. 40
Storage Location ..................................................................................................................................... 40
12 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................................. 41
Problem Resolution................................................................................................................................. 41
Possible Error Messages......................................................................................................................... 42

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2 Introduction
The SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300 is a second generation high quality galvo laser marker. The Yb fibre laser
source means the system has an extremely long life-cycle and minimal maintenance costs. The system is
maintenance free apart from the filter pad and processing lens.
The combination of a high qualitygalvo scanner and a fibrelaser produce highly precise marking results in short
marking times.
This, together with the marking software and the available interfaces, provides a flexible and productive marking
solution of the highest quality standards.
3 General Information
Strict compliance with the safety procedures described in this operation manual and exercising extreme caution
when using the equipment are essential for avoiding and reducing the possibility of personal injury or damage to
the equipment.
The SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300 is a Class 2 marking system as per DIN EN 60825-1 “Safety of laser prod-
ucts”.
All information, illustrations, tables, specifications and diagrams contained in this operation manual have been care-
fully compiled according to the art current at the time of going to press. No liability is accepted with regard to errors,
missing information and any resulting damage or consequential loss.
Trotec Produktions und Vertriebs Ges.m.b.H. reserves the right to updateany of the information, illustrations, tables,
specifications and diagrams contained in this operation manual with regard to technical developments at any time
without notice.
Any software incorporated in this equipment should only be used for the purpose forwhich it was supplied by Trotec
Produktions und Vertriebs Ges.m.b.H. It is strictly prohibited for the user to undertake any alterations, conversions,
translations into another computer language or copies (except for any essential back-up copies).
Trotec Produktions und Vertriebs Ges.m.b.H.is not responsible for any personal injury ormaterial damage, of either
an indirect or specific nature, consequential loss, loss of commercial profits, interruption to business, or loss of
commercial information resulting from the use of the equipment described in this manual.

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General Instructions for Using the Operation manual
The Operation manual describes how to handle the device correctly and safely and guides you through the neces-
sary steps for initial use. The Operation manual also contains important information regarding system maintenance.
This Operation manual must be read and followed carefully before commissioning and operating the device. Failing
to observe individual points listed in this Operation manual may result in personal injury and/or material damage to
property!
This system may only be operated usingdevices and spare parts included in the scope of supply or the replacement
or wear and tear parts list.
Ancillary devices must be calibrated to meet the safety and operational requirements of the base machine (please
contact your dealer or the manufacturer with any queries).
The following symbols are used within this Operation manual to aid understanding:
If the Operation Manual is not observed, this area represents a particular danger for the operating
personnel or the personnel responsible for maintenance.
Caution: This component is under voltage. In these areas strictly observe the safety instructions
regarding electricity. Care is to be taken in particular during maintenance and repair work.
Caution: In this area pay attention to the possible dangers of the laser beam.
Note or information on individual components of the device, that simplify the use or make it more
understandable.

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Intended Use
The Trotec SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300 is intended exclusively for laser marking using the supplied marking
software.
Materials such as metal, anodized aluminum, and several plastics can be processed on the laser.
The following points should also be observed as part of the intended use:
only mark approved materials using suitable parameters
The working process mustt only be performed with a perfectly adjusted machine (see also
Section 9 Commissioning)
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!
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.
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
The use of a suitable extraction system to remove fumes, dust or other reaction products is
absolutely necessary.
observe effective safety regulations and the procedures described in this Operation manual
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.
If the intention is to use the system for other applications, Trotec Produktions und Vertriebs Ges.m.b.H. should be
informed in advance
Disposal remarks
Do not dispose the machine with domestic waste!
Electronic devices have to be disposed according to the regional directives on electronic and
electric waste disposal. In case of further questions, please ask your supplier. He might take care
of proper disposal.

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Manufacturer's Label
The Manufacturer's Label is located on the backside of the machine (see picture below)
It is recommended to enter data such as serial number and year of manufacture data sheet above so that you
always have this data handy if you have problems with your device or require spare parts.

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EC–Declaration of Conformity
(Machine directive 2006/42/EG, appendix II A)
Manufacturer:
Trotec Produktions u. Vertriebs GmbH.
Linzer Straße 156,
A-4600 Wels
Authorized person for the compilation of technical documentation:
Gerhard KREMPL, Trotec Produktions u. Vertriebs GmbH., Linzer Straße 156, A-4600 Wels
We hereby certify that
SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300
ProMarker 300
Model N° 8025 SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300
Model N° 8025 ProMarker 300
in its conception, construction and form put by us into circulation is in accordance with all the relevant essential
health and safety requirements of the EC machinery directive 2006/42/EEC.
Further valid guidelines/regulations for the product:
2006/95/EG Low Voltage Directive
2004/108/EG EMC Guideline
Applied harmonized standards:
- EN ISO12100 Machine Safety
- EN 60335-1/2007 Safety of Household and similar Appliances
- EN 55011 + A1/2010 Electromagnetic Compatibility
- EN 60204-1 Machine Safety –electr. Equipment
- EN 60825-1/2007, EN 60825-4/2006 and EN 60825-14/2006 Safety of Laser Equipment
- EN 61000-6-2/2005, EN 61000-3-3/2008 and EN 61000-3-2 +A1 +A2/2009 Electromagnetic Compatibility
Place, Date:
Wels, 14.10.2013
Personal data of the signer:
Stephan FAZENY, Head of Research and Development
Signature:

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4 Safety
Please read this chapter before operating or servicing a Trotec SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300 laser system!
General Safety Information
All personnel involved in installation, set-up, operation maintenance and repair of the machine, must have read and
understood the Operation Manual and in particular the "Safety" section. The user is recommended to generate
company-internal instructions considering the professional qualifications of the personnel employed in each case,
and the receipt of the instruction/Operation Manual or the participation at introduction/training should be acknowl-
edged in writing in each case.
Safety-conscious Working
The machine must only be operated by trained and authorized personnel.
The scopes of competence for the different activities in the scope of operating the machine must be clearly defined
and observed, so that under the aspect of safety no unclear questions of competence occur. This applies in partic-
ular to activities on the electric equipment, which must only be performed by special experts.
For all activities concerning installation, set-up, start-up, operation, modifications of conditions and methods of op-
eration, maintenance, inspection and repair, the switch-off procedures that may be provided in the Operation Man-
ual must be observed.
Safety Information for the User and/or Operating Personnel
No working methods are permitted that affect the safety of the machine.
The operator must also ensure that no unauthorized persons work with the machine (e.g. by activating
equipment without authorization).
It is the duty of the operator, to check the machine before start of work for externally visible damage and
defects, and to immediately report changes that appear (including behavior during operation) that affect
the safety.
The user must provide that the machine is only operated in perfect condition.
The user must guarantee the cleanness and accessibility at and around the machine by corresponding
instructions and controls.
Principally, no safety components may be removed or disabled (already here we emphasize the imminent
dangers, for example severe burns, loss of eye-sight). If the removal of safety components is required
during repair and service, the replacement of the safety components must be performed immediately after
completion of the service and repair activities.
Preparation, retooling, change of work piece, maintenance and repair activities must only performed with
equipment switched off, by trained personnel.
It is forbidden to perform unauthorized modifications and changes to the machine. It is emphasized, that
any unauthorized modifications to the machine are not permitted for safety reasons.

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Laser Safety Information
To assess the potential dangers laser systems pose, they are classified into 5 safety classes: 1,
2, 3a, 3b and 4. Trotec SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300 fiber is a device of class 2 (USA: Class
II) and class 4 (USA: Class IV) with pass through option
Please note that improper operation of the device can override the status of safety class 2 and
can cause the emission of harmful radiation.
This laser system contains a YTTERBIUM FIBER LASER of class 4 that emits intensive and in-
visible laser radiation. Without safety precautions the direct radiation or even diffuse reflected ra-
diation is dangerous!
Without safety precautions, the following risks exist with exposure to laser radiation:
Eyes: Burns to the retina for NIR (Near Infra Red) LASER
Skin: Burns
Clothing: Danger of fire
Never try to modify or disassemble the laser and do not try to start up a system that had been
modified or disassembled!
Dangerous radiation exposure can result from the use of operation or adjustment equipment other
than that described here, and if different operational methods are performed.
Service technicians using the service plug are required to wear standard laser safety glasses for
NIR (Near Infra Red) lasers (wavelength 1060 nm).

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In case of using highly reflecting materials like
blank or polished metals
metals with very high reflectivity like copper, brass, gold, silver
any materials with highly reflecting coatings
other highly reflecting materials,
especially in combination with high laser power, low processing speed and/or work pieces with curved or
inclined surfaces, laser radiation might be reflected towards the protection cover. With a very low proba-
bility this protection cover could be damaged if the reflected radiation is FOCUSSED onto the surface of
the protection cover.
Therefore visual inspection for point-like defects on the protection cover should be done if the aforemen-
tioned conditions are given.
The loss of yellow color on the protection cover indicates a damage of the protecting layer. If you detect
such effects, immediately turn off the laser machine and take care to get a new protection cover.
Also other components inside the machine may be damaged if the aforementioned conditions are given. To improve
laser safety an optional “Laser Protection Cover” is available on request.

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Safety Precautions when Operating the Device
In your SpeedMarker 300 / ProMarker 300, a closed safety system is integrated which immediately switches off the
power to the laser tube when the protection cover is opened. Consequently an incomplete engraving can occur if
the cover is opened during operation.
Please remember the following safety precautions when working with this device:
A fire extinguisher must always be handy as the laser beam can ignite flammable materials. Do not store any
flammable materials in the inside of the device or in the immediate vicinity of the device. Particularly leftovers of
produced materials have to be removed to prevent fire hazard.
Unsupervised operation of the system is not permitted.
Adjustment of the beam path must be performed only by especially trained personnel. An improper setting can lead
to uncontrolled emission of the laser radiation.
Before processing materials the user must verify, whether harmful materials can be generated and whether the filter
equipment of the exhaust system is suitable for the harmful materials. We emphasize that it is the responsibility of
the user, to consider the national and regional threshold values for dust, fogs and gases when selecting the filters
and the exhaust system. (The values for the maximum workplace concentration must not be exceeded.)
Please refer to the manual of the exhaust system on how and in what intervals you need to replace filters.
PVC (polyvinyl chloride) must under no circumstances be processed with the laser.
Should you have further questions before starting work, please contact your dealer or Trotec.

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Warning and Information Labels
The warning and information labels are attached in such positions of the machine that could represent
a source of danger during set-up and operation. Therefore, follow the information on the labels.
If labels are lost or damaged, they must be replaced immediately
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With pass through option (laser class 4):

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5 Before Commissioning
General Instructions
Read the Operation manual and ensure it is accessible at all times.
The ambient air temperature must be between +5°C und +35°C and the relative air humidity not exceed
90% (non-condensing).
A laser system consists of high quality electrical and optical components. Mechanical stresses, vibrations
and impacts must always be avoided.
If the system has been subject to significant temperature variations, it must be brought back to room tem-
perature before being commissioned.
There must be sufficient air supply to the 19” module. The accumulation of heat due to covered ventilation
slots or filter pads can damage the system.
The operating personnel must read and understand the Operation manual, in particular the chapter on
"Safety Instructions". It is recommended that the operator compiles with in-house instructions regarding
safety and operation and that the receipt of these instructions/Operation manual and the participation in
briefings/training courses is confirmed in writing.
Laser marking may generate gases, fumes and other reaction products on the surface of the material. The
operator must therefore use an effective extraction system.

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Scope of Supply (Standard Configuration)
1x SpeedMaker 300 (incl. laser module)
1x Industrial Computer
2x key for Industrial Computer
2x key for laser module
1x Connection cable set:
ocable W203 (X51 –X53).
cable W503 (X93 –X103)
back bridge Plug (X31)
X11 plug (wired)
1x CD with marking software
1x USB flash drive with Windows Backup
1x lens cleaning kits
1x Allen key set
2x IEC connector for laser module and computer
1x IEC connector for electrical Z-Axis (optional)
1x Extraction system connection cable (optional)
1x Pass-Through interlock key (optional)
2x: Additional weights when side panels released (for Pass-Through only)

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Unloading, Inspection and Reporting Faults
In the event of transportation damage or incomplete delivery:
Record all details in writing immediately.
Note all claims on the transportation documents.
Photograph any damage.
Send report to Trotec.
When unloading:
The marking head is connected to the actual laser source in the laser module via an approx. 2.1
m long fibre optic cable. The fibre optic cable is enclosed with the jumper cables in a black protec-
tive tube for protection. Avoid any unnecessary stretching or bending by a radius more then
66 mm of the fibre optic cable. This could damage the fibre optic cable.
The lens unit should only be uncovered following installation. The lenses are high quality optical
components which must be kept clean in order to ensure optimum marking results. Never touch
the lenses with bare fingers!
After unloading:
Inspect the machine and machine components for transportation damage.
Check the delivery for completeness.
Remove all transport packaging.

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6 Technical Data
General Description
All electronic components are integrated in the machine. All necessary connectors are located on the reverse side
of the laser module and PC.
Laser Module Dimensions

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Housing Dimensions
Drawing 1: interior Drawing 2: door open
Drawing 3: door closed