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5 Service.............................................................................................................................................................. 28
5.1 Servicing the Gas Jet Tip .................................................................................................................. 28
5.2 Servicing the Cover Glass ................................................................................................................ 29
5.3 Servicing the Breakaway Insulator ................................................................................................... 31
5.4 Servicing the Tip Assembly .............................................................................................................. 33
5.5 Removing the Fiber........................................................................................................................... 33
5.6 Servicing the Focus Lens ................................................................................................................. 34
5.7 Adjusting the Focus Lens Position Manually .................................................................................... 37
5.8 Servicing the Collimator Lens Cartridge ........................................................................................... 38
5.9 Removing the Cutting Head .............................................................................................................. 40
6 Specifications .................................................................................................................................................. 41
7 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................. 42
15 Glossary ........................................................................................................................................................... 56
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 7
For steps 7 and 8, see Figure 6.
7. Align the lower fiber clamp so:
It is centered between the
water cooled fiber interface
adapter and the fiber clamp
round base.
The (4) captive M4 SHCS
are in line with the M4
tapped holes in the fiber
clamp body.
The (2) alignment holes are
in line with the (2) alignment
pins in the fiber clamp body.
Figure 6
8. Tighten the (4) captive M4 SHCS
loosened in step 2.
For steps 4 to 6, see Figure 7.
9. Install the fiber according to
4. Loosen, but do not remove, the Section 2.3.
(4) M4 SHCS in the round base.
10. Install the upper fiber clamp
according to Section 2.3.1.
Figure 11
Beam is centered
It is sometimes helpful to rotate
Figure 9 the camera while it is seated
against the tip assembly nut to
8. Move the focus lens to the top of confirm the beam centering.
travel.
10. Move the focus lens from top of
9. Adjust the beam centering knobs travel to bottom of travel and view
on the head (see Figure 10) so the beam position in the nozzle
the beam is centered in the nozzle orifice.
orifice.
If the beam is centered, it is
aligned parallel and centered
through the head. No further
adjustments are necessary.
See Figure 12.
Figure 10
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 16
Figure 19
Volts
referenced to Ground. 5
4 HSU out (Linear)
ANALOG OUTPUTS 3 HSU out (Optimized)
2
OUTPUT DESCRIPTION
1
The HSU output is a signal (0-10V)
0
indicating the standoff distance of the
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
tip and the part. In general there are
HSU Out Tip Standoff Distance (mm)
two types of outputs available; linear
See
and optimized. Figure 20
Figure 20
Additional output curves may be
added to accommodate customer
requirements. There are 3 digital outputs
(Ready, Touch and In Pos)
GND Analog Ground
available through the terminal
The Auxiliary Output is a user-defined
block connection.
signal (0-10V) set using FiberCUT®
2D Monitor or the fieldbus interface. Each output is a solid-state
Aux Out* relay that is connected to Out
~ This output is scaled linearly from 0
Com when active.
to 30mm, 500mbar, or 100°C
depending on the assigned function.
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
GND Analog Ground
The Process Monitor output is a
OUTPUT DESCRIPTION
signal (0-10V) indicating the status of
the laser cutting process. The Ready output indicates that the
Proc Out ~ Interpretation requires significant head is communicating, lens is in
Ready
position and HSU is operating with
processing with the user’s machine to
no fault conditions.
determine pierce through and loss of
cut values. The Touch output indicates that the
Touch tip has contacted the part or
GND Analog Ground
another conductive surface.
The In Position output indicates that
In Pos the lens has reached the
commanded position.
The Output Common allows the
user to configure the outputs for
sourcing or sinking.
Out Com ~ Connect Out Com to 24 V DC for
“sourcing.”
~ Connect Out Com to 0 V DC for
“sinking.”
Figure 21
5
4 HSU out (Linear)
3 HSU out (Optimized)
2
1
0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Tip Standoff Distance (mm)
Figure 22
Figure 23
LED D
STATE STATUS
EtherNet/IP: connection(s)
Green established
PROFINET: Online, PLC in RUN
EtherNet/IP: No connection Figure 25
Green and established
Flashing PROFINET: Online, PLC in Electrical noise can create height sensing issues.
STOP/CLEAR Large electric motors, arc welders and other devices
EtherNet/IP: Duplicate IP address may be a source of significant electrical noise. In
Red detected order to eliminate this noise, it may be necessary to
PROFINET: Internal error connect a ground wire to the chassis of any such
Red and EtherNet/IP: One (or multiple) device near the process.
Flashing connections has timed out
Figure 27
Figure 29
Figure 30
Figure 33
3. Enter the desired value within
the stated range in the provided
field.
4. Click OK to apply the settings.
Figure 31 The current Aux Out fixed
voltage is displayed, if
applicable.
Figure 34
Figure 37
Figure 38
Figure 40
Figure 43
Figure 44
Figure 45
Figure 47
Figure 49
Figure 48
The tip assembly nut will remain 3. If it was fractured, remove the broken
threaded on the head. (top) portion of the breakaway insulator
from inside the tip assembly nut.
The remaining parts of the tip assembly
may fall from the head.
Figure 51
Figure 52
Figure 53
Figure 56
Figure 57
It is strongly recommended to
replace the entire focus lens
cartridge so the lens is less likely
to become contaminated from
direct handling.
Figure 58
Figure 59
13. Hand-tighten the lens retainer nut using
PLLIT0034. Do not over-tighten the nut
because that can cause the lens to distort.
See Figure 58.
Figure 61
Figure 60 3. Insert the protector screw into the hole
located on the underside of the pulley
cover block and tighten it with a straight
blade screwdriver. See Figure 60.
Figure 63
CUTTING HEAD
Power Rating .............................................................................................................................. up to 6 kW
Focusing Lens (Nominal Focal Length) ............................................................ 125 mm, 150 mm, 200 mm
Focusing Lens (Diameter) .............................................................................................................. 38.1 mm
Clear Aperture ................................................................................................................................... 35 mm
Nozzle Tip .............................................................................................. Various Shapes and Orifice Sizes
Assist Gas Pressure .................................................................................................. up to 25 Bar (375 psi)
Purge Gas ........................................................................................................ 0.2 – 0.3 Bar (3.0 – 5.0 psi)
Water ................................................................................................................ 5.0 Bar Max (72.5 psi max)
Weight ................................................................................................................................ 6.6 kg (14.5 lbs)
Focal Point to Nozzle Adjustment ................................................................................. -14 mm to +11 mm
COLLIMATOR
Nominal Focal Length (Doublet, Fused Silica) ...................................... 60 mm, 75 mm, 100 mm, 120 mm
Recollimating Lens (Diameter) ................................................... 28 mm (Standard) or 38 mm (100 & 120)
Clear Aperture ............................................................................. 25 mm (Standard) or 35 mm (100 & 120)
Fiber Socket (Others Available On Request) .............................................. QBH (HLC-8), QD/LLK-D/LCA
HEIGHT SENSOR
Standoff Distance Range ................................................................................................ 0.2 mm to 8.0 mm
Single Point Calibration ..................................................................................................................... 12 mm
Response Time .............................................................................................................................. <1 msec
Temperature Stability ......................................................................... ±5% of Standoff Setting, 0° to 45° C
Output..................................................................................................................................... 0-10 V Analog
Impurities can also be picked up in the supply lines. Non-metallic materials can allow oxygen and moisture to
permeate the system and can be a source of dust and hydrocarbons. Stainless steel lines and fittings are
recommended. Use filters that remove particles down to .01 microns and purifiers that guard against oil or
water from getting into the optical system.
Regulators with a stainless steel diaphragm are recommended. Industrial regulators can aspirate air and the
neoprene diaphragm can be a source of hydrocarbons.
Digital Outputs
BIT 15 BIT 14 BIT 13 BIT 12 BIT 11 BIT 10 BIT 9 BIT 8
No Position Temperature Lens
Purge Fault HSU Fault
Comm. Error Fault Fault
BIT 7 BIT 6 BIT 5 BIT 4 BIT 3 BIT 2 BIT 1 BIT 0
Reserved For Reserved for Lens in Lens at
Cal Ack. TOUCH READY
Future Use Future Use Position Zero
Digital Inputs
BIT 15 BIT 14 BIT 13 BIT 12 BIT 11 BIT 10 BIT 9 BIT 8
Suppress Low
Reserved For Future Use
Purge Fault
BIT 7 BIT 6 BIT 5 BIT 4 BIT 3 BIT 2 BIT 1 BIT 0
Zero Move
Reserved For Future Use Reset CAL
Pressure Lens
Config Bits
BIT 7 BIT 6 BIT 5 BIT 4 BIT 3 BIT 2 BIT 1 BIT 0
Suppress Low
Reserved For Future Use
Purge Fault
Command Bits
BIT 7 BIT 6 BIT 5 BIT 4 BIT 3 BIT 2 BIT 1 BIT 0
Zero Move
Reserved For Future Use Reset CAL
Pressure Lens
OUTPUT DESCRIPTION
No Comm. The head is not communicating with the controller. Check connections or cycle power.
The value in the Set Position register is beyond the movement range of the lens or the
Position Error lens cannot move due to a Lens Fault.
This bit only activates while the Move Lens bit is active.
Temperature Fault One or more temperatures are above the upper limit, or a cover glass drawer is missing.
Purge Fault The Purge Pressure is below the lower limit or above the upper limit.
The lens has potentially lost its zero position due to a movement outside the Travel
Lens Fault Limits, loss of power, or failure to reach the commanded position.
Perform a Reset.
Indicates the fault code of the HSU or an error with the curve setting.
1 (001) = Tip Open
2 (010) = Tip Shorted
3 (011) = Cable Break
HSU Fault
4 (100) = Calibrating – HSU is not READY, but is operating normally
5 (101) = Curve Data Error
6 (110) = Invalid Curve Number (Set HSU Curve register)
7 (111) = Failed to set curve (Set HSU Curve register)
Cal Ack. The HSU has received and completed a calibration command.
Lens In Position The lens has reached the position indicated by the Lens Position register.
Lens at Zero The lens is at its default position (the bottom limit of travel).
TOUCH The tip is making contact with a surface.
READY The HSU is calibrated and all sensors are within the appropriate ranges.
The config bit states are updated whenever the byte value is changed. Note that USB commands such
as those generated using FiberCUT® 2D Monitor can also change these states.
INPUT DESCRIPTION
When set to 1, Purge Pressure readings below the lower limit will not generate a
Suppress Low Purge Fault
Purge Fault.
Each command bit below triggers ONLY ONCE on a state change (from 0 to 1).
INPUT DESCRIPTION
Sets the zero point of the Purge Pressure reading to the current ambient pressure.
Zero Pressure
The purge gas must be turned off for this setting to function.
Move Lens Move the lens to the Set Position specified in tenths of millimeters.
Home Sequence Move the lens to the Home Target and establish a new Home Reference.
CAL Send a Calibrate command to the HSU.
DATA DESCRIPTION
HSU Voltage The 12 bit ADC voltage output of the HSU.
Process Monitor The 12 bit ADC voltage output of the process monitor.
The pressure (in millibars) within the purge path relative to the programmed ambient
Purge Pressure
pressure.
Lens Position The commanded position of the lens in tenths of millimeters above the zero position.
Electronics Temp The temperature of the height sensing electronics from 10.0-70.0 degrees Celsius.
Collimator Temp The temperature of the collimator from 100-700 = 10.0-70.0 degrees Celsius.
The temperature of the upper cover glass from 100-700 = 10.0-70.0 degrees Celsius.
Upper CG Temp
Reports 999 if the drawer not present.
Process Monitor The temperature of the process monitor electronics from 100-850 = 10.0-85.0 degrees
Temp Celsius.
Lens Temp The temperature of the lens assembly from 100-700 = 10.0-70.0 degrees Celsius.
The temperature of the lower cover glass 100-700 = 10.0-70.0 degrees Celsius.
Lower CG Temp
Reports 999 if the drawer is not present.
Nozzle Temp The temperature of the nozzle assembly from 100-700 = 10.0-70.0 degrees Celsius.
HSU Curve The active HSU curve number from 1-31.
Aux Out Setting The assigned function of the AUX OUT terminal.
Maximum Position The highest allowable Lens Position value that the lens can be commanded to move to.
Process Monitor The current level of gain on the process monitor output from 1-255. A value of 0 indicates
Gain an error reading the current gain value.
The Lens Position in tenths of millimeters above the zero position of the desired
Set Position
movement. Movement will not occur until the Move Lens bit is activated.
Changes the active curve of the HSU to the selected curve number and recalibrates.
Set HSU Curve Valid values are 1-31 as long as a curve is loaded in that location.
0 is considered an idle state and will retain the most recent setting.
Establishes the Lens Position in tenths of millimeters where focus is at the end of the tip.
Set Focus Position Valid values are 1 to Maximum Position. 0 is considered an idle state and will retain the
most recent setting in memory.
The desired function of the AUX OUT terminal.
~ Values 1-4095 correspond linearly to fixed voltages of ~0-10V.
~ Values 9003-9011 output data corresponding to EtherNet/IP input words 3-11
Set Aux Out
respectively.
0 is considered an idle state and will retain the most recent setting in memory. Any other
value will set the output to 0V.
Set Process Monitor The desired level of gain on the process monitor output from 1-255. Values outside this
Gain range are ignored.
32 PLFLH0466 Focus Fixed Lens Holder 150 EFL (Complete Assembly – 900-1100 µm)
33 PLFDS0020 Asphere Focus Lens for 150 EFL (Included in Assembly PLFLH0466)
26 PLLSR0001 Lens Seal Ring (Included in Assembly PLFLH0466)
27 PLLBR0001 Lens Backup Ring (Included in Assembly PLFLH0466)
34 PLLRN0029 Lens Retainer Nut (Included in Assembly PLFLH0466)
AIR BLAST
35 PLTUC0008 Air Blast Output Assembly
TIP RETAINER ASSEMBLY
36 PLTRA0447 Height Sensing Tip Retainer Assembly (Complete Assembly)
37 PLTRN0005 Outer Hex (Included in Assembly PLTRA0447)
38 PLTRN0004 Inner Retainer (Included in Assembly PLTRA0447)
STANDARD NOZZLES (Call Laser Mechanisms for more options)
GAS JET TIPS
39 PLGJT0058 1.0 mm Orifice
40 PLGJT0039 1.5 mm Orifice
41 PLGJT0098 2.0 mm Orifice
42 PLGJT0168 2.5 mm Orifice
43 PLGJT0138 3.0 mm Orifice
44 PLGJT0737 3.5 mm Orifice
45 PLGJT0595 4.0 mm Orifice
DOUBLE NOZZLES
46 PLGJT0256 1.0 – 1.5 mm Orifice
47 PLGJT0257 1.5 – 1.5 mm Orifice
48 PLGJT0718 1.5 – 2.0 mm Orifice
49 PLGJT0258 2.0 – 1.5 mm Orifice
50 PLGJT0721 2.5 – 1.5 mm Orifice
INTERFACE CONTROL BOXES (Not Shown)
GENERATION 1
51 PLCSA0041 Generation 1 Ethernet IP Interface Control Box
52 PLCSA0052 Generation 1 PROFINET Interface Control Box
GENERATION 2
53 PLCSA0064 Generation 2 Discrete I/O with EtherNet/IP Control Box
54 PLCSA0065 Generation 2 Discrete I/O with PROFINET Control Box
55 PLCSA0066 Generation 2 Discrete I/O with no Industrial Ethernet Control Box
TOOLS (Not Shown)
56 PLLIT0034 Lens Insertion Tool
57 PLFXT0218 USB Camera Alignment Tool (Optional)
Figure 66
Figure 67
FL
Focal Length
Focal Point
The point at which the light rays refracted by a lens
or reflected by a mirror, intersects and produces the
highest concentration of energy.
GJT
Gas Jet Tip