New Wave Research Tempest User Manual (English)

Brand	New Wave Research
Model	Tempest
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Preface

Optical Safety Hazards

Details risks of infrared radiation to eyes and skin, emphasizing safety glasses and awareness of reflections.

Laser Safety Precautions

General Laser Safety

Discusses hazards of laser light, precautions like using covers, avoiding direct beam, and using protective eyewear.

Laser System Safety Features

Continued Safety Precautions

Covers ambient light, warning signs, enclosures, targets, service contact, and not opening covers.

Built-in Safety Mechanisms

Laser Safety Components

Interlock System Functionality

Explains internal and external interlocks preventing accidental exposure to electricity or radiation.

Chapter One: Laser Safety Overview

Understanding Optical Safety

Details risks of infrared radiation to eyes and skin, emphasizing safety glasses and awareness of reflections.

Laser Safety Guidelines

General Laser Safety Rules

Discusses hazards of laser light, precautions like using covers, avoiding direct beam, and using protective eyewear.

Detailed Laser Safety Practices

Further Safety Precautions

Covers ambient light, warning signs, enclosures, targets, service contact, and not opening covers.

Electrical Safety Considerations

Warns about lethal voltage and current, advises against operating with covers removed, and emphasizes unplugging for service.

Safety Feature Explanations

Laser Safety Mechanisms

Laser Head Protection

Interlock System Operations

Explains internal and external interlocks preventing accidental exposure to electricity or radiation.

Chapter Two: Harmonic Generation and Control

Second Harmonic Generation Process

Third Harmonic Generation Process

Fourth Harmonic Generation Process

Safety Interlock System

Discusses internal and external interlocks for user and system protection.

Chapter Two: System Components and Specs

Water Cooling System Operation

Tempest Model Specifications

Presents performance specifications for different Tempest models in a table.

Chapter Two: Gemini PIV Specifications

Gemini PIV Model Specifications

Lists performance specifications for Gemini PIV models.

Chapter Three: Laser System Installation

Voltage Input Requirements

Chapter Three: Final Installation Steps

Interlock Connector Installation

Explains the purpose and installation of the interlock connector for system safety.

Cooling System Water Fill

Details filling the cooling system with deionized/distilled water and checking the level.

Chapter Four: Laser Operation Guide

Laser Startup Procedure

Provides a step-by-step guide for starting the laser after installation and safety checks.

Chapter Four: Basic Laser Operation

Laser Shutdown Procedure

Details the standard procedure for safely turning off the laser system.

Controls and Indicators Overview

Chapter Four: Advanced Operation

Control Panel Functions

Interlock System Safety

Explains the function of internal and external interlocks in ensuring safe operation.

Internal Interlock Details

Lists the specific internal interlocks present in the Tempest Nd:YAG laser system.

External Interlock Configuration

Chapter Four: Triggering and Synchronization

Triggering and Timing Modes

Input/Output Signal Connections

Chapter Four: Triggering Modes Explained

Triggering Mode Selection

Internal Triggering Operation

External Triggering Operation

Chapter Four: Gemini PIV Alignment and UV Operation

Gemini PIV System Alignment

Chapter Four: Gemini PIV Alignment Process

Gemini PIV Alignment Steps

Chapter Five: Laser System Maintenance

Cooling System Maintenance

Deionization Cartridge Replacement Procedure

Chapter Five: Cartridge Replacement and Cooling

Deionization Cartridge Replacement Steps

Chapter Five: Cooling System Flushing

Cooling System Flushing Procedure

Cartridge Protection During Flush

Chapter Five: Cooling System Flush Steps

Cooling System Flushing Steps

Chapter Five: Flashlamp Maintenance

Flashlamp Replacement Procedure

Describes when to change the flashlamp and the procedure to install a new one.

Chapter Five: Flashlamp Replacement Steps

Flashlamp Replacement Steps

Continues the flashlamp replacement procedure, covering pump chamber removal and end cap removal.

Chapter Five: Final Flashlamp Replacement Steps

Flashlamp Replacement Final Steps

Continues the flashlamp replacement, including installing the new lamp and checking o-rings.

Chapter Six: Troubleshooting Guide

Identifying Observed Conditions

Recommended Troubleshooting Procedures

Provides detailed procedures to resolve specific observed conditions.

Chapter Six: Common Laser Issues

Procedure 1: Laser Not Starting

Offers checks for common reasons why the laser fails to start.

Procedure 2: No Light Emission

Provides steps to diagnose why the laser starts but emits no light.

Procedure 3: Low Fundamental Output Energy

Lists checks for low output energy, including settings and optics condition.

Procedure 4: Unstable Laser Energy

Addresses unstable laser energy by checking parameters and operating conditions.

Chapter Six: Beam Profile Troubleshooting

Procedure 5: Clipped Laser Beam

Guides on identifying and removing objects causing a clipped laser beam profile.

Procedure 6: Low Second Harmonic Energy

Lists checks for low second harmonic output energy, focusing on mirrors and crystals.

Chapter Six: Harmonic Energy Troubleshooting

Procedure 7: Low Third Harmonic Energy

Provides checks for low third harmonic output energy, including mirrors, crystals, and waveplates.

Procedure 8: Low Fourth Harmonic Energy

Lists checks for low fourth harmonic output energy, focusing on mirrors, crystals, and waveplates.

New Wave Research Tempest User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

New Wave Research Tempest Specifications

Summary