Synrad Firestar f series User Manual

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Synrad Firestar f-Series operator’s manual
Introduction
Firestar
®
f-Series lasers are part of a new line of small-footprint lasers from SYNRAD featuring high power
and excellent beam quality. The circular beam provides more accurate cutting and faster processing speeds
than competing technologies. With an integrated RF power supply, meaning no external RF cables, the
compact laser housing mounts easily to atbed cutters, robotic arms, or gantry systems making integration
into your production line simple and fast.
f-Series features include:
■ Compact resonator design ■ Color-coded LEDs mirror user outputs
■ Integrated RF power supply ■ “Industrial-strength” ±5 V to 24 VDC I/O
■ Built-in “tickle” generator ■ Keyswitch and OEM models available
Firestar nomenclature
Firestar f100/f200 lasers are divided into two distinct functional categories: Keyswitch and OEM models.
In addition to a manual Keyswitch for resetting faults, all Keyswitch-equipped lasers incorporate a manual
shutter switch to block the laser’s output aperture. Although f100/f200 OEM models do not include a
keyswitch, they still provide a manual shutter switch.
Firestar f201 and f400 lasers are available only as OEM lasers; they do not include either a keyswitch or
manual shutter assembly. SYNRAD’s OEM lasers are primarily designed as components for integration into
larger processing systems by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or System Integrator who bears
the responsibility for meeting the appropriate laser safety requirements for Class 4 laser systems.
Single tube/dual tube lasers
SYNRAD’s f-Series lasers are manufactured in single-tube and dual-tube congurations depending on
model. Firestar f100 and f201 lasers contain a single tube (optical resonator) within the laser chassis. These
lasers incorporate a single set of controls and indicators as well as a single set of cooling ports.
Our f200 and f400 dual-tube lasers are manufactured using two standard resonators (f100 and f201 tubes
respectively) that are combined using SYNRAD’s Duo-Lase
®
technology to provide a single diraction-
limited beam at twice the output power. All power and control functions between the two laser sections
are totally independent so that any one electronic or laser tube failure will aect only that section, leaving
the second section unaected and available for temporary use. Because each tube in a Duo-Lase chassis
retains its own set of controls and indicators, all PWM and control inputs, status outputs, and coolant con-
nections must be wired or plumbed in parallel to both laser sections.
Model numbers
The last three characters in the Firestar model number serve to designate the functional category, cool-
ing method, and model version. The functional category is indicated by either a “K” for Keyswitch or “S”
(Switch-less) for OEM models. The next letter indicates the cooling method: “W” for water-cooled units,
“F” for fan-cooled units, and “A” for air-cooled lasers (the “W” is omitted on f-Series lasers since they are
all water-cooled). The last letter in the model number indicates the current model version beginning with
“B”. For example, the model number FSF100KD designates that particular Firestar f100 laser as a “D” ver-
sion, Keyswitch, water-cooled model. FSF201SC indicates a “C” version OEM water-cooled f201 laser.
Important Note: All Firestar f-Series lasers are water-cooled because of the integrated RF section’s heat
removal requirements. Firestar f-Series lasers cannot be fan-cooled.

Synrad Firestar f series Specifications

General

Brand	Synrad
Model	Firestar f series
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English