Continuum Surelite EX 10, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Beam Quality
PIV requires that the dual pulses have the same spatial overlap, energy and symmetry. Each
dual pulse laser system leaves the factory matched in energy and beam quality. Extensive
long-term stability testing ensures that performance remains optimized.
Stability
A stable mechanical design is the key to the PIV ’s stability and overall reliability. A
decoupled kinematic graphite mount holds each resonator securely and ensures isolation from
thermal and mechanical stress.
Ease of Use
All PIV systems feature a menu-driven power supply which gives push-button access to all
system parameters. It can be programmed to run in automatic and manual modes. The
doubling crystal can be remotely phase matched to optimize energy output using a control
mounted external to the laser.
A self-contained cooling system and independent power supplies for each resonator provide
easy control of the PIV system, and TTL and RS-232 interfaces allow flexible external control.
Safety
Safety interlocks continually check for proper cooling water flow, level and temperature. The
intracavity shutters open only after the rods are thermally stabilized, preventing thermal lens
damage.
Lifetime
The PIV systems run at very low Surelite or Powerlite output pump levels. This translates into
longer lifetime for key components: rods, lamps and power supplies last longer because of
reduced stress.
PIV pulse timing
External control
User supplied TTL or RS232 signals may control laser pulse timing and energy. Section 3:
System Operation of your Surelite Manual or Section 3 of your Powerlite manual have the
details.