LIGHTNING II 2-Axis Modular Scan Head
Description
The LIGHTNING™ II 2-Axis Modular Scan Head represents a breakthrough in digital scanning technology, engineered by Cambridge Technology and offered by Novanta. It stands at the forefront of precision laser beam scanning solutions, catering to the exacting requirements of advanced industrial applications. This scan head combines cutting-edge design principles with robust construction to deliver unmatched performance, reliability, and versatility.
At the heart of the LIGHTNING™ II scan head is its dynamic focusing module (DFM), a key innovation that offers exceptional flexibility to system integrators. The DFM enables precise control over laser focusing, ensuring optimal performance across large work fields and three-dimensional surfaces. This modular design feature enhances the scan head's ability to adapt to varying working distances and active field sizes, making it ideal for a diverse range of industrial applications.
Equipped with optimized galvanometers, servos, mirrors, and advanced software controls, the LIGHTNING™ II scan head achieves industry-leading scanning speeds while maintaining exceptional accuracy and stability. The integration of 24-bit low drift encoder technology ensures ultra-high position accuracy, allowing for precise laser beam control even in the most demanding applications.
With its Pulse-Width-Modulation drive system, the LIGHTNING™ II scan head achieves remarkable servo power efficiency, minimizing energy consumption while maximizing operational performance. Specially engineered beryllium mirrors further enhance dynamic performance, providing unparalleled reliability and longevity in industrial settings.
The LIGHTNING™ II scan head is designed to meet the diverse needs of advanced industrial applications, ranging from additive manufacturing and via-hole drilling to converting processes and micromachining. Its modular interface allows for seamless integration into compact systems, while options for water-cooled or air-cooled galvanometers provide flexibility to suit specific operational requirements.
With a comprehensive range of wavelength options, including UV to IR wavelengths, and a variety of mirror coatings available, the LIGHTNING™ II scan head offers unparalleled versatility to meet the unique demands of each application. Its high-speed scanning capabilities, coupled with exceptional accuracy and stability, make it the go-to solution for industries requiring fast and precise laser beam scanning over extended periods of continuous operation.
LIGHTNING II 2-Axis Modular Scan Head
Specifications |
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| Input Aperture: | 14 - 30 mm |
| Wavelength: | 355 nm (UV), 532 nm (green), 1030 - 1080 nm, 9.4 - 10.6 μm, Other Broadband, Other (see Data Sheet) |
| Max Scan Rate: | -- m/s |
| Focal Length: | -- mm |
| Work Area X: | -- mm |
| Work Area Y: | -- mm |
| Z Tolerance: | -- mm |
| Max Laser Power: | -- W |
| Weight: | -- kg |
| Options: | Water Cooling |
| Intended Application: | Laser Marking, Laser Cutting, Laser Welding, Laser Micromachining, 3D Printing, Other |
| Scan Angle: | ± 22° |
| Step Response Time: | 0.36 ms |
| Typical Processing Speed: | 50 rad/s |
| Repeatability: | <1 mrad |
| Dither: | <1 mrad |
| Long Term Drift: | 10 mrad |
| Temperature Drift: | 2 µrad/°C |
| Linearity: | 99.9 % |
| Position Resolution: | 24-bit |
| Digital Communication: | GSBus or XY2-100 |
| Status Signals Status Signals: | Position Acknowledge, System Ready |
| Command Resolution: | 24-bit (GSB) or 16-bit (XY2-100) |
| Power Requirements: | +15V to +48V DC, 3A RMS each, 6A peak |
| Operating Temperature: | 15 - 35 ℃ |
Features
- Dynamic focusing module for precise laser focusing
- Optimized galvanometers, servos, and mirrors for high-speed scanning
- 24-bit low drift encoder technology for ultra-high position accuracy
- Pulse-Width-Modulation drive for <90% servo power efficiency
- Specially engineered beryllium mirrors for dynamic performance
- Modular interface for compact system integration
- Options for water-cooled or air-cooled galvanometers
- Comprehensive range of wavelength options and mirror coatings
Applications
- Additive manufacturing
- Via-hole drilling
- Converting processes
- Micromachining
- Precision material processing
- Advanced industrial and electronics applications requiring fast and precise scanning
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since 2016
Frequently Asked Questions
The LIGHTNING™ II scan head represents a breakthrough in digital scanning technology, combining cutting-edge design principles with robust construction to deliver unmatched performance, reliability, and versatility in precision laser beam scanning solutions.
The DFM enables precise control over laser focusing, ensuring optimal performance across large work fields and three-dimensional surfaces, making it ideal for a diverse range of industrial applications by adapting to varying working distances and active field sizes.
Equipped with optimized galvanometers, servos, mirrors, and advanced software controls, the LIGHTNING™ II achieves industry-leading scanning speeds while maintaining exceptional accuracy and stability, thanks to the integration of 24-bit low drift encoder technology.
With its Pulse-Width-Modulation drive system, the LIGHTNING™ II achieves remarkable servo power efficiency, minimizing energy consumption while maximizing operational performance, ensuring cost-effectiveness and sustainability in industrial applications.
The LIGHTNING™ II scan head caters to a diverse range of industrial applications, including additive manufacturing, via-hole drilling, converting processes, and micromachining, offering unparalleled versatility and high-speed scanning capabilities for precise laser beam control.