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Table 10-1 Recommended List of Equipment for Scanning Systems
Scanner & Scan Controller
3D / 2D High-Power Scanner / Mid-
Power Scanner
Air Knife (Cover Slide
Protection)
For protecting coverslides during
processing
Air Knife (Plume
Suppression)
Aids with process control/stability.
Often mounted to fixturing.
IPG and Non-IPG Suppliers
For power to the scanner, Scan
Controller, and laser outputs
Mounting Adapters
(Scanner and Scan
Controller)
Mounting adapter for desired mount
location
Communications/Programming Equipment
Required for scanner operation
Discrete Digital Inputs and
Outputs
See individual application examples
for required quantities.
24V Interface or Extended
IO Interface
Typically used with PLC/Robotic
communication applications
Typically used with motor driver
and/or encoder applications
For providing power to the scanner
and Scan Controller.
Customer supplied
(connectors are included)
Supports communication between the
scanner and Scan Controller. 3m, 5m,
and 10m, versions are available.
Scan Controller to Laser
Interface Cable
Supports communication between the
Scan Controller and laser.
Customer supplied. (laser
connectors come with laser)
Supports communication between the
computer running IPGScan and the
Scan Controller.
External Interface Cables
Supports communication between the
Scan Controller and External Control
Interface
Customer/Non-IPG Supplier
*Customer supplied cables may require the purchase of some connectors depending on the
application/equipment setup.
Customers should also consult with IPG Sales Representatives and Product Specialists for additional
details on application needs.
See the IPG Photonics High-Power Scanners Brochure for part numbers and additional product detail.