Operator's Manual Diamond Series OEM/Industrial Diamond C-70™ Liquid-Cooled Laser

Operators Manual
Diamond Series OEM/Industrial

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser
5100 Patrick Henry Drive

Santa Clara, CA 95054
Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Operators Manual

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface ................................................................................................................................. vii
U.S. Export Control Laws Compliance ............................................................................... vii
Notice Concerning Regulatory Status of Diamond Series Lasers ....................................... vii
Notice Concerning Warranty ............................................................................................... vii
Symbols Used in This Manual............................................................................................ viii
Section One: Description and Specifications................................................. 1-1

Introduction......................................................................................................................... 1-1
Purpose of This Manual ...................................................................................................... 1-1
Specifications and Input Requirements .............................................................................. 1-2
Hardware Overview ............................................................................................................ 1-2
DC Input Power ......................................................................................................... 1-2
Cooling Requirements ........................................................................................................ 1-2
Comparison of Air-Cooling and Liquid-Cooling (Reference) .................................. 1-3
Liquid-Cooling Option of the Diamond C-70 ........................................................... 1-3
Laser Head .......................................................................................................................... 1-4
RF Power Supply ................................................................................................................ 1-4
Specifications...................................................................................................................... 1-5
Section Two: Laser Safety ........................................................................................ 2-1

Optical Safety ..................................................................................................................... 2-1
Electrical Safety .................................................................................................................. 2-3
Laser Head ................................................................................................................. 2-3
Laser Safety Requirements ................................................................................................. 2-4
Safety Interlocks ........................................................................................................ 2-4
Compliance to Standards .................................................................................................... 2-5
Location of Safety Labels ................................................................................................... 2-5
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE, 2002)...................................... 2-5
Section Three: Utility Requirements and System Installation ........... 3-1

Introduction......................................................................................................................... 3-1
Unpacking and Inspection .................................................................................................. 3-1
Verifying Delivery ..................................................................................................... 3-1
Checking Delivered Items ......................................................................................... 3-1
Safety Issues in Laser Installation ...................................................................................... 3-2
Mechanical Mounting ......................................................................................................... 3-2
Mounting Considerations for Diamond C-70 ............................................................ 3-4
Liquid-Cooling.................................................................................................................... 3-4
Cooling System Layout ............................................................................................. 3-5
Re-Circulation and Coolant Flow Interlock Switch .................................................. 3-5
Signal Interface .......................................................................................................... 3-5
Thermal Shutdown Switch......................................................................................... 3-5
DC Power Relay ........................................................................................................ 3-6
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Condensation of Water Vapor ................................................................................... 3-6
Coolant Fittings on Laser System .............................................................................. 3-6
Cooling Capacity ....................................................................................................... 3-7
Coolant Filtering ........................................................................................................ 3-7
Coolant Flow Rate and Pressure ................................................................................ 3-8
Pressure Drop............................................................................................................. 3-8
Electrical Power Connection .............................................................................................. 3-9
DC Power Supply Requirements ............................................................................. 3-10
DC Power Supply Cabling Requirements ...................................................... 3-10
DC Power Supply Over-Voltage Tripping ..................................................... 3-11
Control Signal Connection................................................................................................ 3-11
Beam Propagation............................................................................................................. 3-12
Section Four: Laser Operation .............................................................................. 4-1

Signal Interface Connectors................................................................................................ 4-1
Operating Modes................................................................................................................. 4-2
Typical Waveform ..................................................................................................... 4-2
CW Mode................................................................................................................... 4-3
Power Stability........................................................................................................... 4-3
Gated CW Mode ........................................................................................................ 4-3
Variable Output, Power Capability and Pulsewidth Variation .................................. 4-4
Optical Pulse Shape .......................................................................................... 4-4
Complex Modulation Waveforms ............................................................................. 4-4
Varying the Pulsewidth..................................................................................... 4-4
Protection from Unacceptable Inputs ............................................................... 4-4
Turning the Laser On and Checking Output Power ........................................................... 4-4
Electronic Control............................................................................................................... 4-6
Electronic Signals Required to Turn the Laser On .................................................... 4-6
Start-up Sequence ............................................................................................. 4-6
Response Times of Laser to RF Enable and Control Enable..................................... 4-7
Signals Used for Fault Detection ............................................................................... 4-7
VSWR Faults During Initial Turn-On ....................................................................... 4-8
C-70 Microcontroller, I/O Signal Operation.............................................................. 4-9
Temperature Fault........................................................................................... 4-11
Voltage Fault................................................................................................... 4-12
Section Five: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ....................................... 5-1

Maintenance........................................................................................................................ 5-1
Cooling System Maintenance .................................................................................... 5-1
Cleanliness of Output Optical Element ..................................................................... 5-1
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................. 5-2
DC Power and Voltage .............................................................................................. 5-2
Control Inputs ............................................................................................................ 5-2
Over-Temperature Warning....................................................................................... 5-2
Over-Temperature Shutdown .................................................................................... 5-2
CW Mode................................................................................................................... 5-3
Visualizing ................................................................................................................. 5-3
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Output Beam .............................................................................................................. 5-3
Parts List .............................................................................................................................. A-1

Warranty ...............................................................................................................................B-1
Diamond Series Laser Warranty.........................................................................................B-1
Conditions of Warranty ......................................................................................................B-1
Responsibilities of the Buyer ..............................................................................................B-1
Limitations of Warranty......................................................................................................B-2
Packing Procedure ..........................................................................................................C-1

Preparation of Liquid-Cooled Systems/RF Power Supplies...............................................C-2
Preparation for Laser Heads ...............................................................................................C-2
Shipping Instructions ..........................................................................................................C-3
RMA Form Instructions......................................................................................................C-4
Glossary ..................................................................................................................... Glossary-1

Index ................................................................................................................................. Index-1
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
1-1
1-2
Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser ............................................................................... 1-1

Cooling System Diagram................................................................................................. 1-3
2-1
2-2
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Label .......................................................... 2-5

Location of Safety Labels ................................................................................................ 2-6
3-1
3-2
3-3
3-4
3-5
Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Head Dimensions.................................................. 3-3

Recommended Liquid-Cooling System Functional Block Diagram ............................... 3-4
Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooling Connections................................................................... 3-7
Electrical Connections to Diamond C-70 ........................................................................ 3-9
Beam Diameter vs. Distance From Laser Head............................................................. 3-12
4-1
4-2
4-3
4-4
4-5
4-6
4-7
RF Input Waveform and Laser Output Waveform .......................................................... 4-2

Typical Warm-Up Behavior from a Cold Start ............................................................... 4-3
Fault Detection Circuit..................................................................................................... 4-7
Normal Start Sequence .................................................................................................... 4-9
SWR Fault Detected ...................................................................................................... 4-10
Temperature OK Signal Operation ................................................................................ 4-11
Voltage OK Signal Operation........................................................................................ 4-12
A-1
Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Optional Mounting Brackets

(Part #1101-12-0016 for a set of 4) .......................................................................... A-2
C-1
C-2
C-3
Shipping Container ..........................................................................................................C-1

Laser Head Packaged in Plastic Bag................................................................................C-2
Foam Cover Sheet............................................................................................................C-3
LIST OF TABLES
1-1
1-2
Comparison: The Benefits of Air-Cooling vs. Liquid-Cooling Methods ........................ 1-3

Specifications and Input Requirements for Diamond C-70 Lasers ................................. 1-5
4-1
Signal Interface Description and Connector Pinout ........................................................ 4-1
A-1
Diamond C-70 Laser Component Part Numbers ............................................................ A-1
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Preface
Preface
This is the Operators Manual for the Diamond C-70

Liquid-Cooled OEM/Industrial carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers
manufactured by Coherent. These lasers are OEM systems; they are
designed as components which are to be inserted by the original
equipment manufacturer (OEM) prior to delivery to the end user. It
is strongly recommended that the user read Section Two: Laser
Safety, before operating the laser.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures

other than those specified in this manual may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
U.S. Export
Control Laws
Compliance
It is the policy of Coherent to comply strictly with the U.S. export

control laws.
Export and re-export of lasers manufactured by Coherent are subject
to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, which are
administered by the Commerce Department. In addition, shipments
of certain components are regulated by the State Department under
the International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
The applicable restrictions vary depending on the specific product
involved, intended application and the product destination. In some
cases, U.S. law requires that U.S. Government approval be obtained
prior to resale, export or re-export of certain articles. When there is
uncertainty about the obligations imposed by U.S. law, clarification
should be obtained from Coherent or an appropriate U.S.
Government agency.
Notice
Concerning
Regulatory Status
of Diamond
Series Lasers
This laser component does not include all safety features that are
required by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA),
Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) in laser
systems sold to end users. It is sold solely to qualified manufacturers
who in their end product, supply interlocks, indicators, and other
required safety features, in full compliance with 21 CFR 1040,
Subchapter J and/or other applicable national and local regulations.
Notice
Concerning
Warranty
Operation or handling of this laser component, inconsistent with this

manual, may void the warranty.
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Symbols Used in
This Manual
This symbol is intended to alert the operator to the presence of
dangerous voltages associated with the laser that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
This symbol is intended to alert the operator to the presence of

important operating and maintenance instructions.
This symbol is intended to alert the operator to the danger of

exposure to hazardous visible and invisible laser radiation.
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Description and Specifications
SECTION ONE: DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

Introduction
This section details specifications and characteristics (including

mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical interfaces;
environmental requirements, and limitations) of the Diamond C-70
laser.
The Diamond C-70 laser is a sealed-off, RF-excited CO2 laser,
capable of continuous wave (CW) or modulated operation. From the
laser safety point of view, this laser is considered to be a component
and must be integrated into a system by a qualified original
equipment manufacturer (OEM) prior to delivery to the end user.
See the section titled Laser Safety Requirements on page 2-4 for a
complete discussion of laser safety issues.
Purpose of
This Manual
This manual is designed to assist the original equipment

manufacturer (OEM) during the integration of the Diamond C-70
OEM laser. It contains information about the performance and
operation of the laser as well as installation and control methods.
Figure 1-1. Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser
1-1
Specifications
and Input
Requirements
Table 1-2 provides specifications and requirements for cooling

water and power inputs for the Diamond C-70 laser.
Figure 1-1 illustrates the baseline configurations (i.e., without any
optional hardware additions or deletions) of the Diamond C-70
laser. Each laser system consists of a laser head assembly and an
integrated radio frequency (RF) power supply. The RF power supply
converts 48 VDC, 25 A (35 A peak for 1 ms) power to radio
frequency power.
Connection of the customer-supplied DC power supply to the
Diamond C-70 is via a barrier strip with screw terminals on the RF
power supply. These terminals should also be used for the
connection of wires for remote voltage sensing. Such sensing is
recommended to control the voltage at the input to the RF power
supply more precisely.
Hardware
Overview
The Diamond C-70 laser is a waveguide, carbon dioxide (CO2)

laser. RF electric fields provided by the RF power supply excite the
CO2 gas mixture. The standard configuration of this laser operates
at a wavelength near 10.6 m in the infrared region of the
electromagnetic spectrum.
DC Input Power
DC input power is provided by the user through customer-supplied

bus wiring, which goes to the RF power supply. The RF power
supply converts this DC electrical power into RF power, which is
used to excite the gas in the laser head. The DC power supply
requirements are discussed in detail in the subsection entitled DC
Power Supply Requirements on page 3-10.
Cooling
Requirements
Total heat dissipation for the laser is specified in Table 1-2. The laser
head typically dissipates 700 W from its base surface while the RF
power supply typically dissipates 300 W, for a total typical heat
dissipation of 1000 W (maximum total heat dissipation is 1230 W).
The Diamond C-70 must be provided adequate cooling to keep the
laser operating temperature within acceptable limits. The cooling
method that is used must not induce stresses that will result in
misalignment of the laser resonator. The Diamond C-70 heat sinks
are designed so the assembled structure remains free of excessive
stress.
1-2
Comparison of
Air-Cooling and
Liquid-Cooling
(Reference)
Air-cooling and liquid-cooling each have distinct advantages.

Table 1-1 describes the factors that should be taken into
consideration when choosing a cooling system for a laser module.
One should also consider if condensable vapors are present and take
suitable measures to purge sensitive areas, such as optical surfaces,
with a suitable gas.
Table 1-1. Comparison: The Benefits of Air-Cooling vs. Liquid-Cooling Methods

AIR COOLING
LIQUID COOLING
Low in cost
Offers the highest process stability
Low in complexity
Can yield the most compact arrangement
Low service requirements
Easier to install
Suitable for applications in which the ambient air

temperature exceeds 40C
Better for applications in which the ambient air is

laden with particulates; it will result in a
maintenance requirement of cleaning of air-cooling
system and in general lower heat transfer, more
performance instability and shorter product life
time if air-cooled laser is used
Easier to make a hermetically sealed system
Liquid-Cooling
Option of the
Diamond C-70
Installation requirements related to the liquid-cooling option of the

Diamond C-70 laser are discussed in detail in the section titled
Liquid-Cooling on page 3-4. This section is a quick overview
only. Figure 1-2 shows the recommended connection from the
customer-supplied refrigerated recirculator to the Diamond C-70
laser system.
Coherent recommends that the coolant water flowing from the
customer-supplied refrigerated recirculator flow to the laser head,
then to the RF power supply. Although not shown in Figure 1-2, a
flow interlock device must be provided by the customer in the
cooling-water-return line to detect the presence of cooling water
with the required flow rate, and to shut down the laser if adequate
coolant flow is not present.
Laser System
Refrigerated
Recirculator
Flow
Figure 1-2. Cooling System Diagram

1-3
To avoid damage to the laser, never operate the laser without a

supply of cooling water meeting the requirements indicated in
Table 1-2.
Laser Head
The laser head takes RF input power and converts some of it to laser
radiation. The rest of the RF input power is exhausted as waste heat.
For the Diamond C-70 liquid-cooled laser, this waste heat is
exhausted into the cooling water that flows through the laser head.
The laser head consists of the folded optical waveguide resonator,
the all-metal gas envelope structure, and RF power supply. Infrared
laser radiation is emitted from the optical aperture. Pictures and
dimensions drawings for the Diamond C-70 liquid-cooled laser are
shown in Figure 1-1 and Figure 3-1.
RF Power Supply
The Diamond C-70 RF power supply converts DC input power to

RF energy which is sent to the laser head. Heat from the RF power
supply flows into the integrated laser assembly and is exhausted into
the liquid-cooling water. An RJ-45-type connector is used to control
the laser system. All of the user interfaces (DC power, cooling water,
and signal interface) are on one panel of the RF power supply.
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Specifications
Table 1-2 describes the specifications and input requirements for

Diamond C-70 lasers.
Table 1-2. Specifications and Input Requirements for Diamond C-70 Lasers
SYSTEM
PERFORMANCE
SPECIFICATIONS
Wavelength
10.55 m to 10.65 m
Optical Output Power1
70 W
Power Stability2
3%
M 2 = 1.2 0.1
Mode Quality
Beam Size
3.6 0.5 mm @ output aperture
Beam Divergence
< 5 mRad, full angle
Polarization
> 100 to 1
(Fixed linear, parallel to width dimension)
Operating Frequency & Duty Cycle
CONFIGURATION
&
FACILITY
REQUIREMENTS
Weight
0 to 25 kHz, 0 to 100% DC
9.7 kg (21.5 lbs.)
Dimensions L x W x H
650.4 x 92.5 x 102.61 mm

(25.61 x 3.64 x 4.04 in.)
Input voltage
48 VDC < 2% regulation,

< 1% P-P Noise/Ripple
25 A Max avg, with 35 A peak
for 1 msec minimum, measured at input terminals
Heat Dissipation
< 1230 W
Coolant
Distilled Water w/ 25 to 35% Dow Frost*
Cooling Flow Rate
> 3.8 lpm (1.0 gpm)
Maximum Coolant Pressure
7 kg/cm2 (100 psig)
Max. Pressure Differential

(@1.0 gpm)
2.4 bar (35 psig)
Coolant Temperature
15C to 30C (59F to 86F)
Maximum Case Temperature
< 60C (140F)
Operating Environment - Temperature

Altitude
< 2,000 m (6,500 ft.)
Humidity
Non-condensing
Shipping/Storage Environment
1
5C to 55C (41F to 131F)
- 10C to 60C (14F to 140F), Non-condensing
Power measured @ 25C & derated by 1%/C for higher laser head temperatures
Power Stability based on (Pmax-Pmin)/(2*Pmax) average power measurement @ constant duty cycle after
10-minute warm-up @ operating condition
*DOWFROST is a trademark of the Dow Chemical Company
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Laser Safety
SECTION TWO: LASER SAFETY

Optical Safety
The Diamond C-70 laser has undergone extensive testing to ensure

that, with proper usage, it is a safe and reliable device.
Because of its special properties, laser light poses safety hazards not
associated with light from other sources. The safe use of lasers
requires that all laser users and everyone near the laser be aware of
the dangers involved in laser operation.
Direct eye contact with the output beam from the laser will cause
serious damage and may cause blindness.
All personnel in the same room as the laser or anyone who may be
exposed to the laser beam should be informed that a laser is in
operation. All personnel must wear laser safety glasses which
protect against the wavelengths in use.
There is no visible indication at the Diamond C-70 laser head

that it is operating.
Exercise caution to protect against specular reflections, because

reflections at the Diamond C-70 laser wavelength are invisible.
Eye safety is a great concern when using a high-power laser such as
the Diamond C-70 laser. There are often many secondary beams
present at various angles near the laser. These beams are specular
reflections of the main beam from polished surfaces. While weaker
than the main beam, such beams may still be sufficiently intense to
cause eye damage.
Laser beams are also powerful enough to burn skin, clothing or
paint. They can ignite volatile substances such as alcohol, gasoline,
ether, and other solvents and can damage the light-sensitive
elements in video cameras, photomultipliers, and photodiodes.
2-1

Coherent provides the following recommendations to promote the
safe use of the Diamond C-70 laser. Operators are advised to adhere
to these recommendations and employ sound laser safety practices
at all times.
Use protective eyewear when operating the laser and guard

against inadvertent exposure to skin or clothing. Select
eyewear which is suitable for use with the wavelengths and
radiation intensity that the laser emits. Refer to the Guide for
Selection of Laser Eye Protection, Laser Institute of America
(6th Edition), 2007.
The beam path should be enclosed with a protective cover

(ideally with an interlock scheme) and these covers should not
be removed during normal use.
Never look directly into the laser output port when the power
is on.
Set up the laser and all optical components used with the laser
away from eye level. Provide enclosures for the laser beam.
Use the laser in a room with access controlled by door

interlocks. Post warning signs. When operating the laser, limit
access to the area to individuals who are trained in laser safety.
Avoid operating the laser in a darkened environment.
Do not use the laser in the presence of flammables, explosives,

or volatile solvents such as alcohol, gasoline, or ether.
For additional information on laser safety, refer to the following

publications:
American National Standard for the Safe Use of Lasers,

Z136.1-2007, American National Standards Institute, 2007.
Performance Standard for Laser Products, United States Code

of Federal Regulations, 21CFR1040 10(d).
Laser Safety Guide, Laser Institute of America. (11th Edition).
Orlando, FL 2007.
Guide for Selection of Laser Eye Protection, Laser Institute of

America (6th Edition), 2007.
D. Sliney and M. Wolbarsht. Safety with Lasers and Other

Optical Sources,. Plenum Publishing Company, New York,
N.Y., 1980.
Many of these documents on Laser Safety are available through

Laser Institute of America, 13501 Ingenuity Drive, Suite 128,
Orlando, CA 32826. Phone 800-345-2737 and on their website
www.laserinstitute.org. Regulatory information is available at their
CDRH website www.fda.gov/cdrh.
2-2
Laser Safety
Electrical Safety
The Diamond C-70 RF power supply requires only 48 VDC input

voltage. This voltage and other voltages derived within this laser can
be lethal. Every portion of the electrical system should be treated as
if it were at a dangerous voltage level.
To avoid potentially fatal electrical shock hazards from

electrical equipment, follow all applicable electrical codes such
as (in the U.S.) the National Electrical Code.
Laser Head
High voltages are present in the laser head when the power is on.
There are no serviceable parts or optics within the laser head. Do not
remove any covers or make any adjustments to any screw.

electrical equipment, follow all applicable electrical codes such
as (in the U.S.) the National Electrical Code.
2-3
Laser Safety
Requirements
This laser does not conform to the United States or Foreign Government requirements for laser safety. In the United States, it is the
responsibility of the buyer to ensure that the product sold to the end
user complies with all laser safety requirements prior to resell. These
laser safety requirements are contained in 21 CFR, Sub Chapter J and
are administered by the Center for Devices and Radiological Health
(CDRH).
The text of this federal law is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office Bookstore located in most major cities in the U.S. as
well as Washington, D.C. A report detailing how the laser product
complies with the Federal law is required before the product is
shipped. The form of this report is covered in a pamphlet entitled:
Guide for Preparing Product Reports for Lasers and Products
Containing Lasers, Sept. 1995:
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Division of Small Manufactures Assistance
Rockville, Md 20857
Voice phone: 1-800-638-2041
website: http://www.fda.gov/cdrh
For jurisdictions outside of the United States, it is the responsibility
of the buyer of this laser device to ensure that it meets the local laser
safety requirements.
Safety Interlocks
The RF power supply and laser head covers are not interlocked. These
covers should never be removed. There are no user-serviceable
components inside.
Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures

other than those specified herein, may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
To avoid potentially fatal electrical shock hazards from electrical

equipment, follow all applicable electrical codes such as (in the
U.S.) the National Electrical Code.
2-4
Laser Safety
Compliance to
Standards
The Diamond C-70 units are components and thus the system
integrator is responsible for meeting the applicable standards for the
CE mark. As part of the testing program, the Diamond C-70 has
been shown to be compliant with the following standards: radiated
emissions (EN 55011 Group 1 Class A) and radiated immunity (IEC
61000-4-2 (1995) Level 3; IEC 61000-4-3 (1995) Level 3; IEC
61000-4-6 (1996) Level 3).
Compliance to the applicable standards for a particular laser system
incorporating the Diamond C-70 unit must be demonstrated by the
manufacturer of the laser tool. By testing the Diamond C-70 OEM
system, it is shown that this step is possible. The primary issue for
the system integrator is to show compliance with specific covers,
routing or electrical cables to laser safety standards as well as other
applicable standards.
Location of
Safety Labels
Refer to Figure 2-2 for a description and location of all required

safety labels. These include warning labels indicating removable or
displaceable protective housings, apertures through which laser
radiation is emitted and labels of certification and identification
[CFR 1040.10(g), CFR 1040.2, and CFR 1010.3/EN60825-1,
Clause 5].
Waste Electrical
and Electronic
Equipment
(WEEE, 2002)
The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

Directive (2002/96/EC) is represented by a crossed-out garbage
container label (Figure 2-1). The purpose of this directive is to
minimize the disposal of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste and to
facilitate its separate collection.
Figure 2-1. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Label
2-5
TOP VIEW
SIDE VIEWS
Figure 2-2. Location of Safety Labels (Sheet 1 of 4)
2-6
Laser Safety
10
8
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
11
BOTTOM VIEW
2-7
1. IDENTIFICATION LABEL
2. DANGER OF LASER RADIATION LABEL

WARRANTY
VOID
IF SEAL
IS BROKEN
3. TAMPER PROOF LABEL
INSPECTED
INITIALS
DATE
4. QC APPROVAL LABEL
5. MANUFACTURE DATE LABEL

2-8
Laser Safety
6. ROHS E LABEL
7. VOLTAGE WARNING LABEL
8. WARNING APERTURE LABEL
S U P P LY
9. COOLANT SUPPLY LABEL
RETURN
10. COOLANT RETURN LABEL
11. COOLANT WARNING

2-9
2 - 10
Utility Requirements and System Installation
SECTION THREE: UTILITY REQUIREMENTS AND

SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Introduction
This section covers unpacking and installation of the Diamond C-70

laser. Operating instructions are detailed in Section Four: Laser
Operation.
Unpacking and
Inspection
Before unpacking the laser components, inspect the shipping carton

for evidence of rough handling, and note any damage. If damage to
the shipping carton is evident, request that the carriers agent be
present when the unit is unpacked. Inform the shipping carrier and
Coherent of any evidence of damage in shipment. The Buyer and
shipping carrier is responsible for any damage which might occur
during shipment.
Verifying Delivery
The shipping container contains the following:
Laser head and integral RF power supply
Final test sheet
This Operating Manual
If any items are missing, report this to Coherent immediately.
Checking
Delivered Items
Verify that the delivered laser head model received is the same as the
one ordered. If there is any discrepancy found, contact Coherent
immediately.
Coherent recommends that the shipping box and packing materials
be saved; as these will be required should the laser need to be
shipped back to the factory.
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Safety Issues
in Laser
Installation
Installation of the Diamond C-70 laser must comply with all applicable electrical safety and laser safety laws and regulations. Review
Section Two: Laser Safety for important information relating to
safety.
The negative (return) side of the DC input connection to the
Diamond C-70 RF power supply is connected internally to the
chassis. The user must ensure that the system into which the
Diamond C-70 is built protects against the possibility that the
Diamond C-70 laser head or RF power supply chassis could be at a
hazardous voltage and that personnel could be exposed to these
voltages.
To avoid potentially fatal electrical shock hazards from electrical
equipment, be sure to follow all applicable electrical codes such as
(in the U.S.) the National Electrical Code.
The laser must be secured properly to avoid the possibility of the
laser shifting unexpectedly during operation, creating a hazardous
condition. The location of the output beam of the Diamond C-70
laser head is shown in Figure 3-1. The laser output is emitted from
the aperture shown in the referenced figures and propagates within
a full cone angle up to 5. The acceptance angle of the system
aperture must intercept all of the output of the laser.
It is also extremely important to understand the direction,
divergence, and magnitude of all reflections that will occur from
optical surfaces. Infrared (IR) beams, such as those from
Diamond C-70 lasers, can also be located with commercially
available IR screens, such as those produced by Macken
Instruments, Inc. [tel. (707) 566-2110]. Coherent recommends that
all beam propagation paths be enclosed and that personnel operating
the laser be qualified optical technicians who are familiar with this
type of hardware.
Mechanical
Mounting
The dimensions for the Diamond C-70 laser head is shown in

Figure 3-1. Mechanical mounting of the Diamond C-70 laser head
must result in no distortion or stress the laser head is in any way.
Otherwise, optical alignment and power stability could be adversely
affected.
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Dimensions are in inches [mm]
Figure 3-1. Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Head Dimensions

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Mounting
Considerations
for Diamond C-70
Certain aspects of specific customer applications may preclude

absolute interchangeability of laser heads. For example, for certain
applications, the sensitivity of the application to optical beam
pointing errors may require external optical realignment after the
laser head is replaced in the customers integrated system.
Depending on the method of mounting and the sensitivity of the
integrated customer system to beam pointing errors, even removing
a laser head from the customers system, then replacing the same
laser head back into the customers system may require external
optical realignment. This external alignment would be a
repositioning of the head itself or adjustment of beam delivery
mirrors (positions and angle). Consult Coherent if there is any
question about such interchangeability issues. Consult Coherent if
there is any question about such interchangeability issues.
Coherent recommends using optional brackets (part number
1101-12-0016 for a set of 4) that are designed for mounting the laser
safely without inducing any stress onto the laser. Care must be taken
not to induce stress onto the laser head, as optical mis-alignment of
the laser resonator can occur, which would require the laser to be
returned to Coherent for service. A mechanical drawing for this
bracket is provided in Appendix A: Parts List. Coherent strongly
encourages use of this bracket or one of similar design in order to
accommodate the temperature changes in operation while providing
secure mounting.
Liquid-Cooling
The Diamond C-70 liquid-cooled laser is cooled by means of liquid

coolant. The cooling system external to the laser head and the RF
power supply are the responsibility of and must be supplied by the
user. A schematic of the recommended configuration of the cooling
system is shown in Figure 3-2.
AC power
AC power cable*
AC Power
Relay
DC
Refrigerated
Recirculator
Coolant
Filter
Flow
Interlock
Switch
Coolant
Electronic
Controller
Coolant
Laser System*
Those items marked with * are supplied by Coherent
Figure 3-2. Recommended Liquid-Cooling System Functional Block Diagram

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Cooling System
Layout
By connecting the laser head and the RF power supply in series, a

single interlock will protect the laser system.
Following the flow of coolant from the refrigerated recirculator, the
laser head is the first element reached by the coolant after it leaves
the recirculator. This assures that the laser head receives the
lowest-temperature coolant available.
To prevent inadvertent operation of the laser without adequate
coolant, an interlock must be provided such that laser operation is
prevented, unless coolant is provided that meets the requirements
indicated in Table 1-2 on page 1-5.
Re-Circulation
and Coolant Flow
Interlock Switch
The coolant flow interlock switch should be the last element

traversed by the coolant before it returns to the coolant filter in the
return line. This assures that the flow switch verifies that coolant is
flowing through the laser system. The flow switch must not be
placed in any other position. The interlock, which is tripped when
the coolant switch indicates no flow or low flow, cuts off AC power
to the RF power supply to prevent the system from overheating.
Signal Interface
The signal interface in the laser interlock system may be used to turn
the laser off when the coolant interlock is breached. With this
approach, the laser is commanded to shut down via the signal
interface, in the event that the coolant interlock system detects a
coolant fault. Coherent recommends that both RF Enable and
Control Enable be commanded to the OFF state when the coolant
interlock system detects a coolant fault. These signals are listed in
Table 4-1 and described in subsections of Section Four: Laser
Operation.
Thermal Shutdown
Switch
The Diamond C-70 laser has a thermal protection switch that

protects the system at case temperatures over 80 C. Coherent
recommends, however, that the OEM install sensors that detect
coolant flow and shuts the laser down in the event of loss of coolant.
The system also provides a high temperature warning. This warning
is used to alert the user to the need of maintenance in order to return
the cooling system performance back to normal, full cooling
capacity. Failure to take action regarding the temperature warning
will result in poorer product performance (outside specifications)
and lesser product life time.
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DC Power Relay
The recommended DC power relay used to cut DC power to the laser

off in the event of cooling system failure can also be used as part of
the laser safety interlock system. Similarly, if the signal interface is
used to shut down the laser when there is a cooling system fault, the
signal interface can be used to shut down the laser in the event that
there is a breach of a safety interlock. The design of the interlock
controls must be in compliance with applicable safety standards,
including those described in Section Two: Laser Safety.
Condensation of
Water Vapor
If the coolant temperature is below the dew point of the ambient air,
water will condense out of the air onto the outside of the laser head,
and onto the outside surface and internal surfaces of the RF power
supply. Condensation can damage the output optical element of the
laser head when the laser is turned on, and could damage internal
components of the RF power supply if power is applied while
condensate is present.
Never allow the coolant temperature to fall below the dew point
of the ambient air. Turn the coolant flow off if the laser will be
off or stored for an extended period of time in humid conditions.
If necessary, the laser system can operate with coolant temperatures
slightly below the dew point of the ambient air. This requires special
procedures to be followed, such as shutting off the coolant flow at
all times when the laser is not producing laser output. Contact
Coherent Customer Service for more information about this option
before attempting to operate the system in ambient air below the dew
point.
To avoid possible damage to the laser head, never attempt to

change the coolant fittings at the locations where the coolant
enters the laser head. If the fittings must be changed for any
reason, return the laser head to Coherent to be serviced by
Coherent technicians.
Coolant Fittings
on Laser System
The Diamond C-70 liquid-cooled laser has 6-mm O.D. tubing for
the connection interface. The user must supply an appropriate
compression fitting to make the connection with the rest of the users
system.
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Figure 3-3. Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooling Connections
Cooling Capacity
The cooling system must have sufficient capacity to maintain the

coolant temperature at the outlet of the refrigerated recirculator
within the range given in Table 1-2. With the laser operating at its
maximum output power, the cooling system must dissipate up to
1230 W. See Section Five: Maintenance and Troubleshooting for
maintenance and replacement requirements for the coolant.
Coolant Filtering
Coherent recommends that the user incorporate coolant filtering in

the coolant return line to avoid the accumulation of debris in the
cooling system, as shown in Figure 3-2. The filter should trap
particles larger than 30 m to 50 m in size, unless specified
otherwise by the manufacturer of the refrigerated recirculator.
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Coolant Flow Rate

and Pressure
Requirements on coolant flow rate are listed in Table 1-2 on

page 1-5. To prevent damage to the laser head or the RF power
supply, the gauge pressure of the coolant at the laser head and at the
RF power supply must not exceed 100 psig (i.e. the gauge pressure
the difference between the absolute pressure of the coolant and the
absolute pressure of the ambient air must not exceed 7 kg/cm2, or
690 kPa). Note that the gauge pressure at the laser system includes
the effect of the gravitational pressure change if the refrigerated
recirculator is mounted much higher than the laser system.
Exceeding the maximum allowed gauge pressure in the laser

head or RF power supply, even for a short period of time, may
cause irreversible damage and result in permanent coolant
leaks.
Depending on the customers overall cooling system design,
portions of the cooling system, other than the laser head and the RF
power supply, may limit the maximum-allowed gauge pressure of
the coolant to a lower pressure than the value noted above for the
laser head and the RF power supply.
Pressure Drop
The pressure drop from the coolant outlet to the coolant inlet of the
refrigerated recirculator will depend on many factors, including:
Flow rate
Temperature
Length and inside diameter of coolant hoses and

connections
Coolant composition
To achieve the minimum flow rates listed in Table 1-2 on page 1-5,
provide a pressure drop of no more than 35 psi (2.5 kg/cm2) between
coolant inlet and coolant outlet of the laser. In addition, there is some
pressure drop in the cooling lines, which depends primarily on the
diameter and length of these lines.
The selected arrangement, once configured, should be checked for
adequate flow within the specified pressure limits.
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Electrical Power
Connection
The Diamond C-70 laser requires 48 VDC input DC power. This

power is carried from the power source to the system through the
terminal block on the Diamond C-70. The maximum current
required is 25 A.
Note: Pin #1 of RJ45 control interface is on the left as viewed.
Connect leads to the user-supplied power source last after other connections are made.
Figure 3-4. Electrical Connections to Diamond C-70

The negative (return) side of the DC input connection to the
Diamond C-70 RF power supply is connected internally to the
chassis. The user must assure that the system into which the
Diamond C-70 is built protects against the possibility that the
Diamond C-70 chassis could be at a hazardous voltage and that
personnel could be exposed to these voltages.
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electrical equipment, be sure to follow all applicable electrical
codes, such as (in the U.S.) the National Electrical Code.
Coherent strongly recommends that the user review the precautions
described in Section Two: Laser Safety regarding electrical safety
before using the Diamond C-70 laser. It is the users responsibility
to provide circuit breakers and/or fusing of the AC power source, in
accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
DC Power Supply
Requirements
Requirements for the customer-supplied DC power supplies include

standards regarding DC power supply cabling and over-voltage
tripping.
DC Voltage
Peak Current
Regulation
Regulation Sensing
Ripple and Noise
Overload Protect
Short-circuit Protect
DC Power Supply
Cabling
Requirements
48 VDC measured at the terminals.

<35 A for a minimum of 1 msec with a
maximum voltage drop of 1.5 V
< 2%
Remote at load
< 1% p-p (20 MHz BW limit)
Automatic Recovery
Automatic Recovery
Coherent strongly recommends the use of remote voltage

sense/regulation at the Diamond C-70. This requires a 4-wire
cable (two supply currents and two voltage senses).
The following requirement minimizes the voltage loss from the
supply to the Diamond C-70:
WIRE LENGTH (IN METERS)
AWG
0 to 2
2 x 17 or 14
2 to 3
2 x 15 or 12
3 to 5
2 x 13 or 10
Note: Typically, doubling the wire at a give length will reduce the AWG by 3.
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DC Power Supply
Over-Voltage
Tripping
Control Signal
Connection
In the event that the DC power supply trips because of the current,
there are two countermeasures that can be applied:
Remote sensing, in which four wires are used to sense the

regulation of the DC power supply
Increased capacitance at the laser connection; to do this, add a

capacitor at the DC power supply connection of the laser, using
a capacitor of 470 F or greater, rated at > 60 VDC
Electrical control of the Diamond C-70 laser is achieved via a RJ-45

connector built into the system. The signals carried on each of the
pins are indicated in Table 4-1. Details about controlling the laser
through the signal interface are discussed in the paragraph titled
Section Four: Laser Operation.
Coherent highly recommends use of shielded interface cables.

The interface cable shield must connect to the chassis ground of
the controller. In addition to proper shielding, this shield
provides a secondary connection for the signal ground (Pin 8).
A floating ground connection (use of un-shielded interface cable
or no return path between the host control electronics and the
laser) can present an unsafe condition and result in unstable or
unexpected operation of the laser. This condition can arise when
the control signal ground connection (Pin 8) is lost and the
Control Enable (Pin 7) and RF Enable (Pin 1) remain high.
Therefore, Coherent strongly recommends that a second safety
ground be provided either via a shielded control cable or
common potential chassis mounting between the laser head and
the control electronics.
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Beam
Propagation
The Diamond C-70 delivers a 3.6 0.5 mm diameter beam with a

< 5 mRad divergence. The typical beam diameter as a function of
distance from the laser is shown in Figure 3-5.
Beam Diameter vs. Z
12.00
10.00
8.00
Diamond C-70 Beam Diameter (1/e2) in mm

vs. Distance from Laser Head in mm
6.00
4.00
2.00
0.00
0
500
1000
1500
2000
Figure 3-5. Beam Diameter vs. Distance From Laser Head
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2500
Laser Operation
SECTION FOUR: LASER OPERATION

Signal Interface
Connectors
For all Diamond C-70 lasers, the signal interface between the
Diamond C-70 laser and the customers equipment is through a
RJ-45 connector that is built into the RF power supply. The pin
assignments for the interface are indicated in Table 4-1. The signal
interface and its use are discussed in detail in this section.
Table 4-1. Signal Interface Description and Connector Pinout

PIN NO.
1
SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
RF Enable
TTL logic input; 1=RF ON, 0=RF OFF; 1 k impedance
This input turns on the laser. See also Pin 7, Control Enable, below
+15 VDC 0.5 VDC, 0.25 Amps maximum output for customer use
LASER OK
TTL logic output; 1=LASER OK, 0=LASER Fault; IOH = 0.4 mA, IOL= 8 mA
Output is asserted when no faults (SWR, Temp. or Volt.) are detected
Indicates that the temperature of the laser head is < 80 C
Temperature OK
TTL logic output; 1=Temp OK, 0=Temp Fault; IOH = 0.4 mA, IOL= 8 mA
Output is asserted when the temperature of the laser head is < 60C
Voltage OK
TTL logic output; 1=Voltage OK, 0=Voltage Fault; IOH = 0.4 mA, IOL= 8 mA
Output is asserted when DC supply voltage (VDD) is between 43 VDC < VDD < 55 VDC
Internal Coherent use. Must be grounded
Control Enable
TTL logic input; 1=Laser Control Enabled, 0=Laser Control Disabled
This input must be asserted before RF enable can be used to turn on laser
Customer Logic Ground for all interface signals
1)Connector used is RJ-45 type.

2)These specifications are subject to change.
To avoid damage to the RF power supply, ensure that the

electronic controller is compatible with the interface described
in Table 4-1.
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As noted in the Laser Safety section of this manual, the signal
interface is designed to provide a high degree of reliability in the
control of laser output. Section Two: Laser Safety must be reviewed
for guidance on any use of the signal interface in safety interlock
subsystems, or in any other subsystem which affects personnel
safety.
Operating
Modes
All Diamond C-70 lasers can be operated in continuous wave (CW)

mode or Gated CW mode. Each mode is described in the following
sections; details about how to operate the laser in each mode are also
discussed.
In the following sections, the assumption is that the laser has been
initially started and the laser is now ready for operation.
Typical Waveform
Table 4-1 illustrates a typical periodic-pulsed laser waveform. The

RF input to the laser will generally follow the RF Enable signal
(Table 4-1). The laser output will generally follow the RF input, but
will be distorted. The pulse repetition frequency is
PRF = --1T
T = period of the waveform
The duty cycle is
t
DC = --- 100
T
t = the pulsewidth
RF Input
t = pulsewidth
T = Pulse Period
Laser Output
PRF = 1/ T
Duty Cycle =
t /T
Figure 4-1. RF Input Waveform and Laser Output Waveform

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Laser Operation
CW Mode
To command the laser to operate in CW mode, RF Enable must be

set continuously to Logic Level 1 (high), as shown in Figure 4-1.
In addition, Control Enable (Pin 7) must also be set to Logic Level 1
(high) prior to using the RF Enable.
Power Stability
Figure 4-2 illustrates the C-70 power stability over the course of a
30-minute warm-up from a cold start.
C-70L (30 min)

100
Optical Power (W)
80
60
40
20
0
0
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Time (min)
Figure 4-2. Typical Warm-Up Behavior from a Cold Start
Gated CW Mode
The Diamond C-70 laser is capable of producing a wide range of

pulse repetition frequencies (PRFs), pulse widths, and duty cycles in
Gated CW mode. RF Enable pulse widths of less than 1 s and/or
PRFs greater than 25 kHz are not advisable. With the exception of
these restrictions for pulse widths and PRFs, the RF power supply
will support any duty cycle from zero to 100% in Gated CW mode.
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Variable Output,
Power Capability
and Pulsewidth
Variation
All Diamond C-70 lasers provide the capability to vary the average
laser output power continuously from near zero to at least the
Optical Output Power specified in Table 1-2 on page 1-5. The user
can alter the average output power by adjusting the pulsewidth of the
input command RF Enable.
Optical Pulse Shape
When the pulsewidth of the input digital signal RF Enable is

varied, the pulsewidth of the RF input to the lasers electric
discharge is also varied. Because of the complex dynamics of the
electric discharge and the laser resonator, the optical output from the
laser will be a somewhat altered version of the RF input waveform.
To vary the laser output power, adjust the RF pulsewidth in Gated
CW mode, with the recommended lower limit on pulsewidth at 1 s.
Complex
Modulation
Waveforms
The laser is capable of responding to more complex modulation

waveforms. There are a variety of potentially useful modulation
waveforms that offer advantage over the simple periodic waveforms
with a single pulse per period.
Varying the
Pulsewidth
Some users may require pulsed output with fixed pulsewidth but
variable pulse energy. It is possible to approximate this desired
optical output by pulsing the laser at a relatively high PRF (e.g.,
25 kHz), then envelope-modulating at a lower PRF (e.g., 1 kHz).
Variation of the pulsewidth of the 25 kHz modulation would provide
the ability to vary the pulse energy of the 1 kHz pulses continuously.
Protection from
Unacceptable Inputs
The Diamond C-70 laser easily accommodates complex modulation

waveforms, and it will protect itself from damage due to
inappropriate inputs.
Turning the
Laser On and
Checking
Output Power
The following steps detail the method to turn a Diamond C-70 laser
on and to perform an output power check.
1.
Ensure that the laser output aperture is clear and free of

packing material.
2.
Place a laser power meter head in a position to intercept the

output beam, and turn on the power meter.
3.
Verify that the system does not have condensation on its outer
surfaces.
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Laser Operation
4.
Turn the refrigerated recirculator on.
5.
Set the temperature to a value within the specified 15 C to

30 C range. The coolant temperature setting must be above
the dew point of the ambient air. (See the section titled
Condensation of Water Vapor on page 3-6 for more
information.) Coolant temperature in the 20 C to 22 C range
is preferred if the ambient dew point is below this range.
6.
Check the cooling lines and connections for leaks.
7.
If the Diamond C-70 laser is built into a system with safety

interlocks, verify that all required laser safety interlocks are
positioned for laser operation.
8.
Verify that other safety features, such as equipment covers,

shutters, and warning lights, are functional and operating
properly.
9.
Verify the solid electrical connection between the negative DC

input terminal on the system and earth ground.
10.
Ensure that all safety procedures

Section Two: Laser Safety are observed.
11.
Turn AC power to the DC power supply on.
12.
Turn DC power to the system on.
13.
Set the user-supplied control equipment to activate the laser in

CW Mode, in accordance with the instructions below.
14.
After a few seconds of laser operation, read and verify the

power level. The laser output should meet or exceed the laser
output power specification given in Table 1-2.
15.
Set the user-supplied control equipment to deactivate the laser.
16.
Turn DC power off.
17.
Turn AC power off.
18.
Turn the refrigerated recirculator off.
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detailed
in
Electronic
Control
The Diamond C-70 laser is controlled through the electronic

interface described in Table 4-1. In this section, additional
information is provided regarding the use of this control interface.
This section supplements the section in the paragraph titled
Operating Modes on page 4-2 and its subsections.
Use of the control interface in any strategy for assuring personnel
safety must comply with the design guidelines discussed in
Section Two: Laser Safety.
Coherent highly recommends use of shielded interface cables.

The interface cable shield must connect to the chassis ground of
the controller. In addition to proper shielding, this shield
provides a secondary connection for the signal ground (Pin 8).
A floating ground connection (use of un-shielded interface cable
or no return path between the host control electronics and the
laser) can present an unsafe condition and result in unstable or
unexpected operation of the laser. This condition can arise when
the control signal ground connection (Pin 8) is lost and the
Control Enable (Pin 7) and RF Enable (Pin 1) remain high.
Therefore, Coherent strongly recommends that a second safety
ground be provided either via a shielded control cable or
common potential chassis mounting between the laser head and
the control electronics.
Electronic Signals
Required to Turn
the Laser On
The laser can be commanded electronically to turn on any time

during which DC power is applied to the RF power supply and the
RF power supply is properly connected to the laser head. Coherent
recommends that all the control signals be set to their OFF condition
until DC power is applied to the RF power supply.
Start-up Sequence
The following steps detail how to turn the laser on in CW Mode.

1.
Apply DC power to the laser.
2.
Set Control Enable (Pin 7) to TTL high (logic 1). This

enables the RF power supply. Note that this signal should not
be used to modulate the laser.
3.
After the Laser OK has been asserted, the laser is ready for
operation.
4.
Set RF Enable to logic 1 (Pin 1). This activates the RF

output of the RF power supply.
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Laser Operation
Response Times
of Laser to
RF Enable and
Control Enable
The response time of the RF power supply to Control Enable

(Pin 7), and to RF Enable (Pin 1) are quite different. The response
to RF Enable is on a microsecond time scale, whereas the response
to Control Enable is on a time scale of milliseconds.
This difference is not significant if the objective is to use the power
supply only in CW mode. However, if it is desired to use the power
supply in gated CW mode, it is important to take into account the
response time of the power supply.
In general, it is best to assert Control Enable and leave it on while
modulating RF Enable as required.
Signals Used for

Fault Detection
Several of the signals listed in Table 4-1 may be used at the

customers discretion for diagnosing faults in the laser system. The
approach that provides the easiest access to these signals is to
provide indicators, such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs), on the
customers system control console for three of these signals. One
way to use these signals as shown schematically in Figure 4-3 to
sink the current for one LED on the operators control panel with
each of the following three signal leads:
+5V
Voltage
Fault
Temperature
Warning
Laser
Fault
PIN 3
PIN 4
PIN 5
Figure 4-3. Fault Detection Circuit
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Laser OK (Pin 3): This signal indicates a composites fault if

either SWR, over temperature, or voltage are at fault. The
temperature fault will trip at a laser case temperature of
approximately 80C. Once it trips it will be latched on even
after the laser is cooled down. To restart the laser, the Control
Enable signal has to be reset after the laser cools down.
Temperature OK (Pin 4). This signal indicates an

over-temperature warning. This will trip at a laser head
temperature of approximately 60 C. This temperature warning
signal will be reset automatically when the laser cools down
with a hysteresis of 2C.
Voltage OK (Pin 5). This signal will indicate a fault if VDD

exceeds 55 VDC or drops below 43 VDC.
See Section Five: Maintenance and Troubleshooting for guidance

about how to interpret and use indications by the above signals of
faults in the laser.
Do not ignore indications of faults in the laser system, even if the

laser seems to be working normally. Continued operation in the
presence of a fault may result in damage to the laser system.
VSWR Faults During

Initial Turn-On
The electric discharge in the laser head is more difficult to start after
extended non-operational periods. As a result, the laser may not start
immediately when it is first commanded to do so after more than a
few hours of being turned off (not lasing). This may occasionally
result in the signal Laser OK becoming Low. This would indicate
a VSWR fault (i.e., high standing wave ratio in the RF supply due to
failure of the electric discharge to light) if Voltage OK and
Temperature OK are still asserted. Such transient indications
when the laser is first turned on do not indicate any failed component
in the laser. To avoid an unwarranted system response to this
occurrence, Coherent recommends that the VSWR fault is logically
qualified to true in the system controller for 1.0 seconds after laser
RF Enable and Control Enable have been active.
If the VSWR Fault Indicator signal indicates VSWR faults for
longer than a couple of seconds during the first operation of the laser
on any given day, this may indicate a genuine fault in the laser. In
this case, the operator should proceed to Section Five: Maintenance
and Troubleshooting.
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Laser Operation
C-70
Microcontroller,
I/O Signal
Operation
The sequence shown in Figure 4-4 is the normal sequence when the
microcontroller comes out of power-on reset (POR). Timing starts
with the supply voltage (+ 48 VDC) going into regulation at t0.
Laser OK then signals the ability for normal laser operation to start.
The laser can be commanded first by asserting Control Enable (at t1)
and then modulating RF Enable (at t2). Modulation of Control
Enable is not recommended for modulation frequencies above
200 Hz.
Supply Voltage
Control_Enable
RF_Enable
Laser_OK
RF Drive
t0
t1
t2
Figure 4-4. Normal Start Sequence
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If the laser has been off for a significant amount of time (longer than
four days), it may not ignite when first commanded to do so. In this
case, the control electronics will detect high-reflected voltage and
will issue a standing wave ratio (SWR) fault. Modulation duty
cycles of less than 20% (< 25 kHz) are considered safe and will not
trip the SWR circuitry.
Supply Voltage
Control_Enable
RF_Enable
Laser_OK
RF Drive
t0
t1
t2
t3
Figure 4-5. SWR Fault Detected

If an SWR Fault is detected, Laser OK will be de-asserted and the
laser will enter a cool-down period (at time, t1, of Figure 4-5).
Immediately following this period, reduced modulation pulses are
issued by the control electronics to help start the laser (t2). During
this time, Coherent recommends that the customer leave the
modulation on RF Enable to increase the effectiveness of this
process.
This sequence will repeat until the laser tube reaches proper
operation (t3). At that point, Laser OK will be asserted and customer
modulation can proceed.
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Laser Operation
Temperature Fault
High temperature warnings are issued with the Temperature OK

signal. In the event that cooling to the laser head is impaired, the
Temperature OK signal will de-assert at time, (t1) of Figure 4-6, but
the laser head will continue to function normally. If the temperature
continues to rise as shown, the laser head will shut down and
Laser OK will drop at t2 of Figure 4-6; see Table 4-1 for trip points.
To restart the laser, Control Enable has to be reset after laser case
temperature drops below warning level with hysteresis of 2C. At t3,
resetting the laser failed because the laser case temperature is still
too high. At t4, when Temperature OK becomes true, the laser is
reset successfully. Coherent strongly recommends that action be
taken immediately upon the issuance of the temperature warning
signal.
80C
60C
Laser Temperature
Temperature_OK
Laser_OK
RF_Enable
Control_Enable
RF Drive (Internal)
t0
t1
t2 t3
t4
Figure 4-6. Temperature OK Signal Operation
4 - 11

Voltage Fault
Voltage OK is a window comparator function (see Figure 4-7). The

signal is asserted only when the supply voltage is within regulation
limits. The trip points are widened significantly to allow for transient
conditions; see Table 4-1 for trip points.
55V
43V
Supply Voltage (VDD)
Voltage_OK
Laser_OK
RF_Enable
RF Drive
t0
t1
t2
Figure 4-7. Voltage OK Signal Operation

Note that the control electronics do not provide a crowbar function
for supply voltages rising without bound. The customer is
responsible for ensuring that the supply voltage never exceeds
55 VDC.
4 - 12
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
SECTION FIVE: MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Maintenance
The Diamond C-70 laser requires no routine maintenance. However,

the customer-supplied cooling system for the Diamond C-70
liquid-cooled laser may require some maintenance. Other portions
of the customer equipment may also require routine maintenance,
but these requirements are beyond the control of Coherent and
therefore are not addressed in this manual.
The protective covers of the laser should never be removed by

the user. There are no user-serviceable components inside.
Opening the cover exposes the operator to potentially fatal
electric shock hazards.
Cooling System
Maintenance
The coolant in the customer-supplied cooling system must be

changed when there is any indication of contamination. Coherent
recommends the coolant be checked at least once a year to verify
that the corrosion inhibitor package is still functioning.
Alternatively, the coolant can simply be changed once a year.
Coherent recommends that the correct functioning of
customer-supplied coolant flow interlock be checked regularly by
momentarily blocking the coolant flow and verifying timely
shutdown of the laser. See the paragraph titled Re-Circulation and
Coolant Flow Interlock Switch on page 3-5 for more information
about how to do this.
The customer-supplied coolant filter may need to be replaced in
accordance with the filter manufacturers recommended schedule,
or at any time there is any indication (such as reduced coolant flow)
of significant blockage.
Cleanliness of
Output Optical
Element
The laser head must never be activated if the output optical element
is contaminated by water, dust, dirt, or any other contaminant.
Operation of the laser head with any contaminant on the surface of
that optical element may result in damage to the coating. If any
contamination is present, the laser must be returned to Coherent so
the problem can be corrected. The customers system design should
also be reviewed to prevent a recurrence of the contamination
problem.
5-1
Troubleshooting
Coherent recommends that the following checks be performed

before calling for service.
DC Power
and Voltage
Verify that DC power is available to the RF power supply.
Verify that the voltage on Pin 2 of the signal interface

connector is (+15 0.5) VDC, as shown in Table 4-1. (The
location of the signal interface connector is shown, for
example, in Figure 3-1.)
If the voltage is not within the specified range, the RF power

supply is faulty and the laser must be returned to Coherent.
Verify that the control inputs at the interface connector are set
to appropriate values in accordance with Table 4-1.
The response times of RF Enable and Control Enable are

discussed in Response Times of Laser to RF Enable and
Control Enable on page 4-7. In Gated CW mode it is
important to use RF Enable input to modulate the laser to
obtain short response time.
The fault detection signals from the RF power supply are

discussed in the paragraph titled Signals Used for Fault
Detection on page 4-7.
Control Inputs
Over-Temperature
Warning
If the fault detection signal named Temperature OK (Pin 4 in

Table 4-1, Signal Interface Description and Connector Pinout, on
page 4-1) is active, troubleshoot the cooling system to determine
why the RF power supply appears to be overheating.
Over-Temperature
Shutdown
The Diamond C-70 comes equipped with a temperature fault sensor.

This sensor is located inside the RF supply module in the vicinity of
the RF power amplifier. This sensor detects an over-temperature
condition when this RF amplifier is approximately 95 C.
Determine why the over-temperature fault is activating and

correct this problem. The control circuit is setup such that the
laser will not be damaged by an overtemperature. However,
overall product life time and performance will be degraded by
operating at elevated temperatures.
5-2
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
CW Mode
If only the fault detection signal Temperature OK (Pin 4 in

Table 4-1) is low, the temperature of the laser has exceeded
60 C. Troubleshoot the cooling system to determine why the
laser appears to be overheating.
If the laser output is non-zero, measure the laser output power

in CW Mode and compare it to the output power specified for
your specific laser model in Table 1-2.
The signal inputs required to place the laser in CW Mode are

detailed in the paragraph titled CW Mode on page 4-3.
Visualizing
If the laser output is non-zero and you have access to visually inspect
the spatial structure of the output beam, perform such a visualization
and record the results.
Output Beam
If there is evidence that the spatial quality (Transverse Mode

quality) of the output beam is degraded, examine the output
optical element of the laser head, looking for evidence of
damage to the optical coating. This examination must be
performed with AC power to the laser system disconnected.
If any coating damage is present, the laser must be returned to

Coherent to be corrected by Coherent technicians.
The customers system design should also be reviewed to

determine if contamination to the optical element could have
contributed to the coating damage.
If, after performing the above checks, there is still a problem with
the laser, proceed to Appendix B, Diamond Series Laser
Warranty.
5-3
5-4
Parts List
PARTS LIST
The following parts can be ordered by contacting our Technical

Support Hotline at 1-800-367-7890 (1-408-764-4557 outside the
U.S.); through E-mail (Product.Support@Coherent.com); or your
local Coherent service representative. When communicating with
our Technical Support Department, via telephone or E-mail, the
model and Laser Head serial number of your laser system will be
required by the Support Engineer responding to your request.
Effective March, 2008 this Coherent laser was released as
RoHS-compliant. If your laser system was purchased prior to
March, 2008 you should contact Coherent Technical Support to
determine if the items listed below are the appropriate part numbers
for your laser system. You can locate the date of manufacturing for
your laser system on the system serial number label.
Table A-1. Diamond C-70 Laser Component Part Numbers

PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
OPTIONAL MOUNTING BRACKETS

1101-12-0016
Bracket kit - set of 4
1101-10-0099
Individual bracket
A-1
Notes: Dimensions may vary for different heat sink heights.
Figure A-1. Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Optional Mounting Brackets

(Part #1101-12-0016 for a set of 4)
A-2
Parts List
Figure A-1. Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Optional Mounting Brackets

(Part #1101-12-0016 for a set of 4)
A-3
A-4
Warranty
WARRANTY
Diamond Series
Laser Warranty
Coherent, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that the

Diamond C-70 laser system conforms to the specifications
published by Coherent and is free from defects in materials and
workmanship.
For specific warranty terms and conditions for your Diamond C-70
laser, refer to your sales contract.
Diamond C-70 lasers are warranted for parts and labor for a period
of twenty-four (24) months. Warranty begins from the date of
shipment.
Diamond C-70 lasers do not include installation in the purchase
price.
Conditions of
Warranty
For warranty service requiring the return of any product to Coherent,

the product must be returned to a service facility designated by
Coherent. The Buyer is responsible for all shipping charges, taxes
and duties.
Parts replaced under warranty shall become the property of Coherent
and must be returned to Coherent, Inc., Santa Clara, or to a facility
designated by Coherent. All laser systems must be carefully packed
in a suitable shipping container(s). Coherent does not assume
responsibility for components broken in shipment due to improper
packaging or handling. The Buyer will be obligated to issue a
purchase order for the value of the replaced parts and Coherent will
issue credit when the parts are received.
Responsibilities
of the Buyer
Damage to the Diamond C-70 laser caused by failure of Buyer's

utilities or the Buyer's failure to maintain an appropriate operating
environment, is solely the responsibility of the Buyer and is
specifically excluded from any warranty.
The Buyer is responsible for prompt notification to Coherent of any
claims made under warranty. In no event will Coherent be
responsible for warranty claims later than seven (7) days after the
expiration of the warranty.
B-1
Limitations of
Warranty
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from:

1.
Components or accessories with separate warranties

manufactured by companies other than Coherent.
2.
Improper or inadequate maintenance by Buyer.
3.
Buyer-supplied interfacing.
4.
Operation outside the environmental specifications of the

product.
5.
Improper site preparation and maintenance.
6.
Unauthorized modification or misuse.
7.
Coherent assumes no responsibility for customer-supplied

material.
The obligations of Coherent are limited to repairing or replacing,

without charge, equipment that proves to be defective during the
warranty period. Replacement systems may contain reconditioned
parts. Repaired or replaced parts are warranted for the duration of
the original warranty period only. This warranty does not cover
damage due to misuse, negligence or accidents, or damage due to
installations, repairs or adjustments not specifically authorized in
writing by Coherent.
B-2
Packing Procedure
PACKING PROCEDURE
The following is the factory-recommended packing procedure for

the Diamond C-70 laser system. This procedure must be followed if
the laser system is to be shipped to another location after initial
installation, or returned to the factory for service. The
Diamond C-70 laser system requires use of the original shipping
carton with its internal foam shipping restraints. If the original
shipping carton is unavailable, contact Coherent Technical Support
to purchase a new one.
Cut out for
external optics
Cut out for laser

cooling tubes
Figure C-1. Shipping Container
Never ship or store any Diamond C-70 laser head or RF power

supply containing cooling water if it may be exposed to
temperatures below the freezing point during such shipment or
storage. Plug or cap coolant inlet and outlet to prevent leaks
during shipment or storage.
C-1
Preparation of
Liquid-Cooled
Systems/RF
Power Supplies
1.
Uncouple the laser system from the chiller and drain the
cooling lines into the proper drain/receptacle.
2.
Blow out the cooling lines on the laser system using

compressed air (< 75 psi).
3.
Seal the cooling lines with the caps/plugs originally supplied

with the laser system.
Before preparing for shipment, drain all water from the laser
system by blowing compressed air lightly into the cooling lines.
Liquid-cooled models must have cooling tubes dry and clean
prior to shipping.
Preparation for
Laser Heads
After draining and clearing the cooler lines:

1.
Seal the output coupler/window with tape.
2.
Insert the laser head into a plastic bag and tape it closed.
3.
Place the laser head into the crate cutout as shown in

Figure C-2.
Figure C-2. Laser Head Packaged in Plastic Bag
C-2
Packing Procedure
4.
Cover the packaged laser head with the foam cover sheet
supplied with the shipping container (Figure C-3).
Figure C-3. Foam Cover Sheet
Shipping
Instructions
5.
Enclose a copy of the RMA return authorization inside of the

crate. Retain a copy for your records.
6.
Seal the shipping container with packaging tape.
7.
Place RMA return sheet together with the shipping documents

on the outside of the container.
8.
Return ship by following the instructions from Coherent. Refer

to Shipping Instructions on page C-3.
1.
Place the return shipping label(s) (located on the page after the
RMA Form) on the shipping the container(s) with the RMA
number clearly visible and ship to Coherent. The shipper
should be notified that the contents are fragile and sensitive to
shock and moisture.
2.
Enclose a copy of the completed RMA Form in the return

shipping container. Retain a copy for your records.
3.
Package the laser system carefully in the original Coherent

outer shipping container(s).
C-3
RMA Form
Instructions
Call your local Coherent Service Representative to obtain an RMA

number prior to filling out this form. After receiving an RMA
number, this form must be completed and accompany your return
shipment.
1.
Date and RMA Number

Enter todays date and RMA number. Upper right hand corner.
2.
Requestor Information
Provide all of requestors address and ship to address
information. Provide customer reference number if applicable.
3.
System Information
Provide system product number, system serial number.
Note: Enter None for Service Inventory Returns.
4.
Return Part(s) Information

Provide the part number, description, serial number
(if applicable) and quantity of returned part(s).
5.
Failure Information/Comments
Provide failure details or explain why the part(s) is being
returned.
*cohereNT
1280 Blue Hills Avenue
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(800) 367-7890
www.Coherent.com
Date
RMA FORM
RMA Number
Please fill out this form and include with the return shipment.
In Order To Process, Form Must Be Complete
Requestor Information
Cust Ref #_____________
Ship to Information
Organization
Organization
Contact
Contact
Address
Address
City
City
State / Zip
State / Zip
Telephone
Telephone
Fax Number
Fax Number
System Information
System Product Number
Return Part(s) Information
System Serial Number
Enter the following information, include applicable serial numbers.
Part Number
Failure Information/Comments
Description
Serial Number
Quantity
Explain why this part is being returned and/or provide failure details.
Ship to:

Attn.: Customer Service
RMA # ________________________
Ship to:

Attn.: Customer Service
RMA # ________________________
Glossary
GLOSSARY
%
C
F
m
rad
s
1/e2
Percent
Degrees centigrade or Celsius
Degrees Fahrenheit
Micrometers = 106 meters
Microradians = 106 radians
Microseconds = 106 seconds
Beam diameter parameter = 0.13534
A
AC
ANSI
Amperes
Alternating current
American National Standards Institute
BNC
Type of connector
CaCO3
CDRH
CFR
cm
CO2
CW
Calcium carbonate
Center for Devices and Radiological Health (part of the Food and
Drug Administration of the Public Health Service, U.S. Department
of Health and Human Services)
Code of Federal Regulations
Centimeters = 102 meters
Carbon dioxide
Continuous wave
DC
DCPS
DVM
Direct current
DC power supply
Digital voltmeter
EMC
Electromagnetic compatibility
FDA
FPT
ft.
Food and Drug Administration (an agency of the U.S. Department

of Health and Human Services)
Female pipe thread
Foot (Feet) (length)
gpm
Gallons per minute
hex
Hz
Hexagon
Hertz or cycles per second (frequency)
I.D.
IEC
in.
IR
Inner diameter
International Electrotechnical Commission
Inch(s) (length)
Infrared
kg
kHz
kPa
kV
kW
Kilograms = 103 grams

Kilohertz = 103 hertz
Kilopascals = 103 pascals
Kilovolts = 103 volts
Kilowatts = 103 watts
Glossary - 1

k
Kilohm(s)
lbs.
LED
Pound(s)
Light emitting diode
m
mA
mg
MHz
mJ
mm
MNPT
mrad
ms
mW
Meter(s) (length)
Milliamperes = 103 Amperes
Milligrams = 103 grams
Megahertz = 106 Hz
Millijoules = 103 Joules
Millimeters = 103 meters
Male National Pipe Thread
Milliradians = 103 radians (angle)
Milliseconds = 103 seconds
Milliwatts = 103 Watts (power)
N2
nm
N-m
NPT
Nitrogen
Nanometers = 109 meters (wavelength)
Newton-meter(s)
National Pipe Thread American national standard taper pipe thread
(American National Standards Institute, B2-1-1968)
O.D.
OEM
OSHA
Phase
Outer diameter
Original Equipment Manufacturer
Occupational Safety and Health Administration, part of the U.S.
Department of Labor
P/N
ppm
PRF
psi
psig
Part number
Parts per million (by weight)
Pulse repetition frequency
Pounds per square inch
Pounds per square inch, gauge (pressure relative to ambient
atmospheric pressure in psi)
RF
RMA
RMS
Radio frequency
Return material authorization
Root mean square (effective value of a sinusoidal wave)
SS
STD
Stainless steel
Standard
TEM
TTL
Transverse electromagnetic (cross-sectional laser beam mode)

Transistor-to-transistor logic (Designed to +5 V nominal maximum
voltage)
V
VAC
VDC
vol%
VSWR
Volts
Volts alternating current
Volts direct current
Volume percent
Voltage, standing wave ratio
Watts
Glossary - 2
Index
INDEX
Air-cooling vs. Liquid-cooling methods,

comparison 1-3
Hardware overview
Inspection 3-1
Interlocks
Safety 2-4
Checking Delivered Items 3-1

Cleanliness
Output optical element 5-1
Complex modulation waveforms 4-4
Condensation
Water vapor 3-6
Connection
Control signal 3-11
Electrical power 3-9
Control signal
Connection 3-11
Coolant
Composition 3-7
Fittings
Laser head 3-6
Flow rate and pressure 3-8
Pressure drop 3-8
Coolant fittings
Laser head A-1
Coolant flow
Interlock switch 3-5
Cooling
Requirements 1-2
System diagram 1-3
System layout 3-5
System maintenance 5-1
Cooling capacity 3-7
CW mode 4-3
L
Laser head 1-4
Coolant fittings 3-6, A-1
Mounting considerations 3-4
Laser installation
Safety issues 3-2
Liquid cooling 1-3, 3-4
DC power relay 3-6
Signal interface 3-5
Thermal shutdown switch 3-5
M
Maintenance 5-1
Cooling system 5-1
Mechanical mounting 3-2
Mounting considerations
Laser heads 3-4
O
Operating modes 4-2
CW mode 4-3
Gated CW mode 4-3
Typical waveform 4-2
Optical pulse shape 4-4
Optical safety 2-1
P
Packing procedure C-1
Power supply 1-4
Pressure drop 3-8
Protection from unacceptable inputs
Pulsewidth variation 4-4
D
DC input power
1-2
E
Electrical
Power connection 3-9
Safety 2-3
Electronic control 4-6
Electronic signals required to turn on the laser
F
Fault detection
Signals used
R
4-6
Requirements
Cooling 1-2
Input 1-2
S
4-7
G
Gated CW mode
1-2
4-3
Safety
Electrical 2-3
Interlocks 2-4
Labels, location of
Laser head 2-3
Index - 1
2-5
4-4

Optical 2-1
Requirements 2-4
Signal interface connectors 4-1
Signals used for fault detection 4-7
Specifications 1-2, 1-5
T
Troubleshooting 5-2
Control inputs 5-2
CW mode 5-3
DC power and voltage 5-2
Output beam 5-3
Over temperature shutdown 5-2
Visualizing 5-3
Turning on the laser 4-4
Typical waveform 4-2
U
Unpacking
3-1
V
Variable output power capability
Varying the pulsewidth 4-4
Verifying delivery 3-1
VSWR faults 4-8
4-4
W
Warranty B-1
Conditions of B-1
Limitations of B-2
Responsibilities of the buyer
Water vapor
Condensation 3-6
Index - 2
B-1

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Section One: Description and Specifications................................................. 1-1

Section Two: Laser Safety ........................................................................................ 2-1

Section Three: Utility Requirements and System Installation ........... 3-1

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Operators Manual

Section Four: Laser Operation .............................................................................. 4-1

Section Five: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ....................................... 5-1

Parts List .............................................................................................................................. A-1

Packing Procedure ..........................................................................................................C-1

Glossary ..................................................................................................................... Glossary-1

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Operators Manual

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser ............................................................................... 1-1

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Label .......................................................... 2-5

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Head Dimensions.................................................. 3-3

RF Input Waveform and Laser Output Waveform .......................................................... 4-2

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Optional Mounting Brackets

Shipping Container ..........................................................................................................C-1

Comparison: The Benefits of Air-Cooling vs. Liquid-Cooling Methods ........................ 1-3

Signal Interface Description and Connector Pinout ........................................................ 4-1

Diamond C-70 Laser Component Part Numbers ............................................................ A-1

This is the Operators Manual for the Diamond C-70

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures

It is the policy of Coherent to comply strictly with the U.S. export

Operation or handling of this laser component, inconsistent with this

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Operators Manual

This symbol is intended to alert the operator to the presence of

This symbol is intended to alert the operator to the danger of

Description and Specifications

SECTION ONE: DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

This section details specifications and characteristics (including

This manual is designed to assist the original equipment

Figure 1-1. Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Operators Manual

Table 1-2 provides specifications and requirements for cooling

The Diamond C-70 laser is a waveguide, carbon dioxide (CO2)

DC input power is provided by the user through customer-supplied

Description and Specifications

Air-cooling and liquid-cooling each have distinct advantages.

Table 1-1. Comparison: The Benefits of Air-Cooling vs. Liquid-Cooling Methods

Offers the highest process stability

Can yield the most compact arrangement

Low service requirements

Suitable for applications in which the ambient air

Better for applications in which the ambient air is

Easier to make a hermetically sealed system

Installation requirements related to the liquid-cooling option of the

Figure 1-2. Cooling System Diagram

Diamond C-70 Liquid-Cooled Laser Operators Manual

To avoid damage to the laser, never operate the laser without a

The Diamond C-70 RF power supply converts DC input power to

Description and Specifications

Table 1-2 describes the specifications and input requirements for

Optical Output Power1

3.6 0.5 mm @ output aperture

< 5 mRad, full angle

Operating Frequency & Duty Cycle

650.4 x 92.5 x 102.61 mm

48 VDC < 2% regulation,

Distilled Water w/ 25 to 35% Dow Frost*

Cooling Flow Rate