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Description

The LIGHTNING™ II 3-Axis Digital Scan Head, engineered by Cambridge Technology and offered by Novanta, represents a groundbreaking solution for improved laser processing speed and precision. Designed to meet the demands of modern industrial applications, this scan head integrates advanced technology with a modular, z-axis integrated design to deliver unparalleled performance and flexibility.

The Dynamic Focusing Module (DFM) within the LIGHTNING™ II scan head offers exceptional versatility, allowing system integrators to achieve precise material processing over large work fields and three-dimensional surfaces. By focusing the laser into a small spot and ensuring continuous focus across the entire working field, the DFM significantly enhances laser processing speed and quality.

With its industry-leading precision scanning speed, the LIGHTNING™ II scan head maximizes throughput while maintaining stability and reliability over extended operation periods. Its robust and versatile design enables seamless switching between different processing tasks, reducing production downtime and enhancing overall system productivity.

Ideal for applications such as additive manufacturing, converting, and micromachining, the LIGHTNING™ II scan head offers superior stability and accuracy, even in the most demanding industrial environments. With a range of optics options and mirror coatings available for lasers spanning UV to IR wavelengths, this scan head provides unmatched versatility and compatibility across diverse manufacturing applications.

LIGHTNING II 3-Axis Digital Scan Head

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Specifications

Input Aperture: 20 mm
Wavelength: 355 nm (UV), 1054 nm (IR), 1064 nm (IR), 1070 nm (IR), 10.6 um (IR), 9.4 - 10.6 ÎĽm, Other (see Data Sheet)
Max Scan Rate: Not Specified
Focal Length: Not Specified
Work Area X: 100 mm
Work Area Y: 100 mm
Z Tolerance: 100 mm
Max Laser Power: Not Specified
Weight: Not Specified
Options: Software, High Precision, Large Aperture
Intended Application: Laser Marking, Laser Engraving, Laser Cutting, Laser Welding, Laser Dicing, Laser Micromachining, 3D Printing
Scan Angle: ±20°
Typical Processing Speed: 50 rad/s
Input Beam Size: 1 – 3 mm | 2 – 3 mm
Minimum Spot Size (200 X 200 Mm): 12 µm | 18 µm
Tracking Delay: 0.2 ms
Command Resolution: 24-bit
Repeatability: <2 mrad
Long Term Drift2: <10 mrad
Thermal Drift: <2 µrad/°C

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Features

  • Dynamic Focusing Module (DFM) for improved laser processing speed and quality
  • Modular, z-axis integrated design for enhanced flexibility and field size
  • Industry-leading precision scanning speed for maximum throughput
  • Robust and versatile system with minimal production downtime
  • Compatibility with a wide range of laser sources and wavelengths
  • Tested compatibility with other Novanta products, including Cambridge Technology’s
  • ScanMaster Controller

Applications

  • Additive manufacturing
  • Converting processes
  • Micromachining
  • Precision material processing
  • Industrial laser applications requiring high stability and precision

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the LIGHTNING™ II 3-Axis Digital Scan Head?
The LIGHTNING™ II scan head is a cutting-edge solution engineered by Cambridge Technology and offered by Novanta. It integrates advanced technology with a modular, z-axis integrated design for improved laser processing speed and precision in modern industrial applications.
What is the Dynamic Focusing Module (DFM) in the LIGHTNING™ II scan head?
The Dynamic Focusing Module (DFM) is a key feature of the LIGHTNING™ II scan head, providing exceptional versatility. It enables precise material processing over large work fields and three-dimensional surfaces by focusing the laser into a small spot and ensuring continuous focus across the entire working field.
What are the benefits of the LIGHTNING™ II scan head for industrial applications?
The LIGHTNING™ II scan head offers industry-leading precision scanning speed, maximizing throughput while maintaining stability and reliability over extended operation periods. Its robust and versatile design enables seamless switching between different processing tasks, reducing production downtime and enhancing overall system productivity.
In which applications is the LIGHTNING™ II scan head commonly used?
The LIGHTNING™ II scan head is ideal for applications such as additive manufacturing, converting, and micromachining. It offers superior stability and accuracy, even in demanding industrial environments, and provides unmatched versatility and compatibility across diverse manufacturing applications.
What customization options are available for the LIGHTNING™ II scan head?
The LIGHTNING™ II scan head offers a range of optics options and mirror coatings, catering to lasers spanning UV to IR wavelengths. This customization allows users to tailor the scan head to their specific application requirements, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility.

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