Universal Laser Systems PLS4.75 User manual

PLS User Guide
PLS4.75, PLS6.75, PLS6.150D, PLS6MW
www.ulsinc.com
Revision August 2012

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Than you for choosing Universal Laser Systems®. We appreciate innovative customers li e you who have made
Universal Laser Systems an integral part of their business.
Universal Laser Systems is committed to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction and support. To
ensure your satisfaction, we urge you to read the documentation provided with your equipment.
Since 1988, Universal Laser Systems has been committed to continually improving our technology and customer-
driven laser solutions. Your satisfaction is very important to us and we welcome your feedbac . Tell us about your
experience with Universal Laser Systems and our systems at [email protected].
Should you have any questions, please contact Universal Laser Systems’ Customer Service Team at 480-609-
0297 (USA), [phone] (Austria), [phone] (Japan) or e-mail us at [email protected].
Again, than you for choosing Universal Laser Systems.
Your Universal Laser Systems Team
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Table of Contents
USER GUIDE CD
Chapter 1 – Specifications 5
Chapter 2 – Safety 8
Chapter 3 – Installation 22
Chapter 4 – Operation 48
Chapter 5 – ccessories 83
Chapter 6 – Maintenance 111
Software
Your Reference Guide contains the Software Installation CD. Please follow the instructions for proper installation.
Warranty
Your Reference Guide contains Warranty documents pertaining to your purchase. Should you require a copy of
the warranty, please contact ULS at 480-609-0297 or email [email protected].
Parts
To order parts for your Universal laser system, contact ULS at 480-609-0297 or [email protected].
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Chapter 1 - Specications
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PLS4.75 PLS6.75 PLS6MW
( ulti wavelength)
PLS6.150D
Operating
Environ ent Well-ventilated oce (recommended) or clean, light-duty manufacturing
Operating
Te perature
50ºF (10ºC) to 95ºF ( 5º C) capable
7 ºF (22ºC) to 77ºF (25º C) for best performance
Storage Te perature 50ºF (10ºC) to 95ºF ( 5º C)
Operating Hu idity Non-condensing
Particulate/Odor
Outside Ventilated
Exhaust Syste
High-pressure vacuum blower capable of:
250 CFM (cubic feet per minute) @ 6 inches
static pressure (425m /hr at 1.5kPa)
500 CFM (cubic feet per minute) @ 6 inches static
pressure (850m /hr at 1.5kPa)
Co puter
Require ents
(See the Installation & Set-up
Guide for more information)
Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 ( 2 and 64 bit)
2.0 GHz Processor (minimum)
1 GB of RAM (minimum)
40 GB Hard Drive (minimum)
Software
Require ent Graphics or CAD based (See page 61 for recommendations)
Laser Safety Main Laser, Interlocked Safety Enclosure = Class 1
Red Diode Pointer = Class 2
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PLS4.75 PLS6.75 PLS6MW
( ulti-wavelength)
PLS6.150D
Work Area* 24 x 18 in
(610 x 457 mm)
2 x 18 in
(81 x 457 mm)
Table 29 x 2 in
(7 7 x 584 mm)
7 x 2 in
(940 x 584 mm)
Maxi u Part
(WxHxD)
29 x 2 x 9 in
(7 7 x 584 x 229 mm)
7 x 2 x 9 in
(940 x 584 x 229 mm)
Maxi u Part Weight 40 lbs (18 kg)
Resolutions 2000, 1000, 500, , 250, 200, 8 dpi/lpi
Control Requires a dedicated PC to operate; requires Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7
( 2-bit and 64-bit)
Interconnection USB 2.0 High Speed port only
Cabinet Style Floor Standing
Laser Options 10, 25, 0, 40, 50, 60 and 75 watts
CO2 Lasers: 10, 25, 0,
40, 50, 60 and 75 watts
Fiber Laser: 0 watts
10, 25, 0, 40, 50, 60
and 75 watts
(equipped for two
lasers)
Power Consu ption up
to:
110V/10A
240V/5 2 0V/15A
Overall Di ensions
(WxHxD)
6 x 9 x 6.5 in
(914 x 991 x 927 mm)
44 x 9 x 7.5 in
(1118 x 991 x 95 mm)
Weight (uncrated) 270 lbs (122 kg) 25 lbs (147 kg) 45 lbs (156 kg)
Exhaust Hookup One 4-inch (10.16 cm) port Two 4-inch (10.16 cm) ports
Laser Cartridge Weight
CO210 Watt = 1 lbs (6kg)
CO2 25/ 0 Watt = 20 lbs (9 kg)
CO2 40 Watt = 2 lbs (10 kg)
CO2 50/60 Watt = 26 lbs (12 kg)
CO2 75 Watt = 29 lbs (1 kg)
Fiber Laser 0 watt= 2 lbs(14 kg)
Available Options
Standard Air Assist, Air Assist Cone, Air Assist Back Sweep, Air Compressor, Computer Controlled
Air, Dual Head (CO2 only),
Honeycomb Cutting Table, Rotary Fixture and Lens Kits
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Chapter 2 - Safety
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Description of Appropriate Use
This device is designed for laser cutting and engraving in an office, laboratory, wor shop or light duty
manufacturing environment. Materials to be processed must fit completely inside the system for proper operation.
CAUTION: This device is not designed, tested, intended or authorized for use in any medical applications,
surgical applications, medical device manufacturing or any similar procedure or process requiring approval,
testing or certification by the United States Food and Drug Administration or other similar governmental
entities.
General Safety
Use of the equipment in a manner other than described in this manual or failure to follow the operational
requirements and safety guidelines listed in this manual can result in injury to yourself and others and may cause
damage to the equipment and your facility.
EXPOSURE TO THE L SER BE M M Y C USE PHYSIC L BURNS ND C N C USE
SEVERE EYE D M GE. Proper use and care of this system are essential to safe
operation. Use of controls or adjust ments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposur e .
NEVER OPER TE THE L SER SYSTEM WITHOUT CONST NT SUPERVISION OF THE
CUTTING ND ENGR VING PROCESS. Exposure to the laser beam may cause ignition
of combustible mat e rials which can lead to a fire. A properly maintained fire extinguisher
should be ept on hand at all times .
NEVER LE VE M TERI LS IN THE L SER SYSTEM FTER L SER PROCESSING
H S FINISHED. Always remove all material including scrap material from the machine after
use . Scrap material left in the laser system including materials that collect in the removable
cutting table can be a fire hazar d . I t is also recommended you allow scrap materials to
cool prior to leaving the wor area. A properly maintained fire extinguisher should be
ept on hand at all times .
PROPERLY CONFIGURED, INST LLED, M INT INED ND OPER TION L
P RTICUL TE ND FUME EXH UST SYSTEM IS M ND TORY WHEN OPER TING
THE L SER SYSTEM. Fumes and smo e from the engraving process must be extracted
from the laser system and fil t er ed or exhausted outside .
SOME M TERI LS, WHEN ENGR VED OR CUT WITH L SER, C N PRODUCE
TOXIC ND CORROSIVE FUMES. We recommend that you obtain the Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) fr om the manufacturer of every material you intent to process in the
laser system . T he MSDS discloses all of the hazards when handling or processing a
particular mat e rial . DISCONTINUE processing any material that causes chemical
deterioration of the laser system such as rust, metal etching or pitting , peeling paint, et c .
Damage t o the laser system from corrosive fumes is NOT covered under warrant y .
DO NOT TTEMPT TO MOVE OR LIFT THIS SYSTEM LONE. Obtain the assistance
o f additional people when lifting or carrying (secure motion system and doors before
lifting). Injury may occur if improper lifting techniques are used or the system is dr opped .
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D NGEROUS VOLT GES RE PRESENT WITHIN THE ELECTRONICSENCLOSURES
OF THIS SYSTEM. Access to these areas is not necessary during normal operation. If it
bec omes necessary to open one of these enclosures for service r easons , please
remember to disconnect the power cord from your electrical supply .
NEVER REMOVE THE GROUND LE D TO THE ELECTRIC L CORD ND PLUG THE
SYSTEM INTO NON-GROUNDED OUTLET. A laser system that is not properly
grounded is hazar dous and has the potential to cause severe or fatal electrical shoc .
Without proper g r ounding , the laser system may exhibit sporadic or unpredictable
beha vior . Always plug the system into a pr operly grounded (earthed) outlet.
THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS THE M INS DISCONNECT DEVICE; THE EQUIPMENT
SHOULD BE LOC TED CLOSE TO N E SILY CCESSIBLE POWER OUTLET. To
disconnect the equipment from the supply mains , the power cord should be
unplugged from the power outlet or main power inlet (appliance coupler) of the unit.
THE L SER SYSTEM IS DESIGNED S CL SS I, GROUP , PLUGG BLE DEVICE. I t
is also designed for connection to IT power systems which provide the most flexibility to
the user .
THIS DEVICE IS SPECIFIC LLY DESIGNED TO COMPLY WITH CDRH PERFORM NCE REQUIREMENTS
UNDER 21 CFR 1040.10 ND 1040.11 ND TO COMPLY WITH EUROPE N L SER S FETY
REGUL TIONS UNDER EN60825-1. CDRH is the Center for the Devices of R adiolog ical Health division of the
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the USA. No guarantees of suitability or safety are provided for any use
other than those specified by Universal Laser S y st ems , I n c .
CO2 Laser Safety
PLS Laser systems are designed to support a sealed carbon dioxide (CO2) laser cartridge that produces intense
invisible laser radiation at a wavelength of 10.6 microns in the infrared spectrum. For your protection, the laser is
contained within a Class 1* enclosure designed to completely contain the CO2 laser beam. CAUTION: Use of
controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to
hazardous levels of invisible laser radiation.
•Laminated safety glass is employed in the viewing window to bloc 10.6 micron laser radiation from CO2
lasers. This viewing window will bloc transmission of CO2 laser radiation allowing safe observation of
laser processing. Do not operate the laser system if the view port is damaged, with any of the doors
removed or if any of the safety interloc s are defeated.
• T he intense light that appears during the engraving or cutting process is the product of material
c ombustion or vaporization. DO NOT ST RE T THIS INTENSE LIGHT FOR LONG PERIODS OF
TIME OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTIC L INSTRUMENTS SUCH S BINOCUL RS OR
MICROSCOPES.
• This device contains a visible Red Diode Pointer (Class 2) to aid in positioning material to be cut or
eng ra v e d . DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE RED L SER BE M OR USE REFLECTIVE
SURF CE TO REDIRECT OR VIEW THE RED L SER BE M. NEVER TTEMPT TO VIEW THE RED
L SER BE M USING OPTIC L INSTRUMENTS SUCH S BINOCUL RS OR MICROSCOPES.
• T he user door(s) are safety interloc ed which will prevent the CO2 laser beam from firing when the
user door(s) are opened . T he Red Diode Pointer is NOT safety interloc ed and can be automatically
activated with the door(s) either open or closed .
•DO NOT OPER TE THE L SER SYSTEM IF NY S FETY FE TURES H VE BEEN MODIFIED,
DIS BLED OR REMOVED. This may lead to accidental exposure to invisible CO2 laser radiation
which may cause severe ey e damage and/or severe burns to your s in.
• Always use caution when operating a laser sy st em.
*An enclosure which does not permit human access to laser radiation in excess of the accessible emission limits of Class 1
for the applicable wavelength and emission duration.
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CO2 and Fiber Laser Safety (PLS6 Multi Wavelength Laser Syste Only)
The PLS6 multi wavelength laser system is designed to support a sealed carbon dioxide (CO2) laser cartridge
that produces intense invisible laser radiation at a wavelength of 10.6 microns or 9.3 microns in the infrared
spectrum and a fiber laser cartridge that produces intense indivisible laser radiation at a wavelength of 1060
nanometers (1.06 microns). For your protection, these laser cartridges are contained within a Class 1* enclosure
designed to completely contain both the CO2 laser beam and the fiber laser beam. CAUTION: Use of controls,
adjustments or procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous levels of
invisible laser radiation.
•Fiber laser radiation is especially damaging to the eye if viewed directly. The green tinted top door
viewing window is designed to completely contain both CO2 and fiber laser radiation allowing safe
observation of laser processing. Do not operate the laser system with any of the doors removed, if the
view port is damaged or if any of the safety interloc s are defeated.
• T he intense light that appears during the engraving or cutting process is the product of material
c ombustion or vaporization. DO NOT ST RE T THIS INTENSE LIGHT FOR LONG PERIODS OF
TIME OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTIC L INSTRUMENTS SUCH S BINOCUL RS OR
MICROSCOPES.
• This device contains a visible Red Diode Pointer (Class 2) to aid in positioning material to be cut or
eng ra v e d . DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE RED L SER BE M OR USE REFLECTIVE
SURF CE TO REDIRECT OR VIEW THE RED L SER BE M. NEVER TTEMPT TO VIEW THE RED
L SER BE M USING OPTIC L INSTRUMENTS SUCH S BINOCUL RS OR MICROSCOPES.
• T he user door(s) are safety interloc ed which will prevent the CO2 laser or fiber laser beam from firing
when the user door(s) are opened . T he Red Diode Pointer is NOT safety interloc ed and can be
automatically activated with the door(s) either open or closed .
•DO NOT OPER TE THE L SER SYSTEM IF NY S FETY FE TURES H VE BEEN MODIFIED,
DIS BLED OR REMOVED. This may lead to accidental exposure to invisible CO2 laser or fiber laser
radiation which may cause severe ey e damage and/or severe burns to your s in.
• Always use caution when operating a laser sy st em.
*An enclosure which does not permit human access to laser radiation in excess of the accessible emission limits of Class 1
for the applicable wavelength and emission duration.
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Laser Safety When Using the Optional Class 4 Module (ILS Laser Syste Only)
ILS laser systems are equipped with interloc ed access doors on either side of the unit. An optional device is
available to allow the user to operate the laser system with the side doors open. This device bypasses the safety
interloc s on the side doors of the ILS laser system. With this optional device in place, the protective system
housing will not fully contain the infrared laser radiation produced by the carbon dioxide laser, creating the
potential for exposure. Use of this optional device redefines the safety classification of the ILS laser system from
Class 1, which is considered safe for use under all conditions of normal use, to Class 4, which is considered
potentially hazardous. Additionally, the system housing will not contain flames or by-products from potential
ignition of materials within the system housing. It should also be noted that damage or ignition of flammable
materials in the immediate or remote vicinity can be caused by infrared laser radiation escaping the housing of a
system equipped with the Class 4 Laser Option.
There are many mandatory safety measures set by national standards and laws and European standards
which must be complied with when operating a Class 4 laser system. Certain safety measures are provided
by the manufacturer through incorporation into the optional Class 4 laser device, including the following:
1. Remote Interlock Connection – A means of remotely connecting to the interloc circuit of the laser
system allowing connection of remote switches to the laser system for deactivating the laser. This feature
must be used to connect an interloc switch to the doors of the designated room in which the laser
system will be operated so that the laser is automatically deactivated when the doors are open.
2. Key Control – A removable ey that prevents unauthorized operation of the laser.
3. Laser Radiation Emission Warning Device – A visible warning light that indicates when the laser is
capable of emitting laser radiation.
4. ttenuator – A mechanical device to bloc emission of laser radiation. This device ta es the form of a
shutter which is manually operated.
5. Class 4 Warning Label – A Class 4 warning label to indicate the laser system is classified as Class 4.
In addition to a properly installed exterior exhaust connected to the laser system equipped with the Class 4 Laser
Option, the laser system must be operated only in a continuously well-ventilated area. Certain operational safety
measures are the responsibility of owners of the ILS laser system with the optional Class 4 laser device installed.
These safety measures are mandatory for operation of Class 4 laser devices under Federal and State law
in the United States as well as under the laws of most foreign countries. Many of these safety measures are
outlined in ANSI Standard Z136.1 “American National Standard for the Safe Use of Lasers” or in equivalent
standards available in most foreign countries, such as the European Standard EN 60825-1. Other safety
measures may be required by state and/or local authorities, for example, the Regulation BGV B2 on laser beams
of the German Employer’s Liability Insurance Association, and will be the responsibility of the Owner to
understand and adhere to these laws. A brief synopsis of the most common safety requirements ad- dressed to
Owners of a Class 4 laser is outlined below:
1. In any facility in which a Class 4 laser system is to be operated, an individual must be designated as a
Laser Safety Officer (“LSO”) who will assume the authority and responsibility to monitor and enforce the
control of laser hazards. The individual designated as the LSO should be trained in laser safety and
aware of all safety measures set by law. There are many avenues available to acquire this training.
Recognized sources of this training are the Laser Institute of America (www.laserinstitute.org), the
Employer’s Insurance Liability Associations in the European countries or, laser safety associations within
Owner’s country or territory.
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2. The Owner of the Class 4 laser system will be responsible for creation of a controlled area in which a
Class 4 laser system will be operated. A controlled area is an area designed to fully contain the laser
radiation potentially escaping from a Class 4 laser system. and with measures in place to prevent
unauthorized personnel from entering the area including lighted warning signs outside the designated and
controlled area and interloc s on entryways.
3. The LSO will be responsible for designating and training all personnel authorized to operate, maintain or
service a Class 4 laser system. It will also be the responsibility of the LSO to ta e measures to inform and
restrict all unauthorized personnel from access to a Class 4 laser system.
4. The Owner of the Class 4 laser system will be responsible for identifying and providing to all authorized
personnel any protective equipment such as specially designed eyewear, protective equipment and
clothing needed when operating, maintaining or servicing a Class 4 laser system. Further, the Owner will
ensure that no juveniles operate the laser, and that mirrors, lenses and other reflecting materials are fixed
and are only moved in a controlled manner if the last is in use.
5. The LSO will be responsible for auditing all safety measures on a regular basis. This includes regular
retraining of authorized personnel, serialization and regular inspection (and replacement when necessary)
of all special eyewear and clothing and regular inspection of all safety measures surrounding the
controlled area in which a Class 4 laser system is operated. The LSO may be required to maintain
records as necessary to prove compliance.
6. The LSO will be responsible for regular medical surveillance of all authorized personnel operating a Class
4 laser system. This can include but is not restricted to mandatory annual eye exams, for example.
7. Class 4 lasers must not be used at tradeshows or exhibitions.
The above list is not to be considered all inclusive. Other mandatory safety measures may be applicable and will
vary from state to state and country to country. It is the responsibility of the owners of a Class 4 laser system
and the owners of the facility in which it will be operated to identify and comply with all regulations
pertinent to their locale. In some states, for example, anyone wishing to operate a Class 4 laser device must
register with the state radiation regulatory agency, pay annual fees and submit to annual inspections. There may
be penalties involved for non-compliance. The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(“OSHA”) has also adopted rules for safe use of lasers in the wor place. The LSO must comply with all Rules and
Regulations set by law.
To reiterate, the safety measures relating to operation of a Class 4 laser system are mandatory under
Federal and State law in the United States as well as in most foreign countries. This optional Class 4 laser
device must not be used if you are unable or unwilling to comply with all safety measures required for safe
operation of a Class 4 laser system.
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Tamper Proof Labels
Safety Labels

ULS Fiber Laser Cartridge Labels
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PLS4 Back View
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PLS6 Front View
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EU Declaration of Confor ity
Product Identification: Professional Laser System
Manufacturer: European Office:
Universal Laser Systems, Inc. Universal Laser Systems GmbH
16008 N. 81st St. Lerchenfelder Guertel 43
Scottsdale, AZ 85260 A-1160 Vienna/Austria
USA
The manufacturer hereby declares that the equipment specified below is in
conformity with the following directives:
2004/108/EEC (EMC Directive)
2006/95/EEC (Low Voltage Directive)
2006/42/EEC (Machinery Directive)
2002/95/EEC (ROHS Directive)
2002/96/ECC (WEEE Directive)
based on the standards listed.
Standards Used:
Safety:
EN 60950: 2002
EN 60825-1: 2007 (Class 2)
EMC:
EN 55024 1998 (Class A)
EN 55022: 2003 (Class A)
EN 61000-3-2: 2001 (class A)
EN 61000-3-3: 2002
EN 61000-4-2: 2001 (4 V CD, 8 V AD)
EN 61000-4-3: 2003 (3 or 10 V/m)
EN 61000-4-4: 2002 (1 or 2 V power line)
EN 61000-4-5: 2001 (class 3)
EN 61000-4-6: (3 or 10Vrms)
EN 61000-4-8
EN 61000-4-11
Note: This is not a declaration of conformity. The importer of this
equipment supplies the declaration of conformity.
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to ta e adequate measures.
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