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Overview
2.1 Connectorized LEDs
Figure 2.1:
Connectorized LED
The Doric
Connectorized LED
is a compact module that couples a high brightness LED into an optical fiber via an FC
receptacle. It is available in wavelengths from 365 nm to 940 nm, as well as white (5500 K temperature). The module
connects to the Doric
LED Driver
over the pigtailed M8 electrical cable. Each module contains a fan, which is powered
using a micro USB 5 V power supply. This fan cools the LED and allows stable output performance and long device
lifespan. The following elements are found on the outside of the light source.
• The output beam exits from the
Beam aperture
. The aperture is composed of a fiber coupling assembly that injects
the emitted light into an optical fiber. The standard model uses an FC fiber connector. A safety FC metal cap is
attached to the optical head to block the output light beam when no patch-cord is in place.
• The
Fan grids
are found on the top and sides of the light source.
• The
M8 electrical cable
links the light source to the driver. An EPROM within the light source allows the driver to
identify it when the cable is connected.
• The
Power input
is a 5 V micro-usb port used to power the fan.
• The
Power output
is a 5 V micro-usb port. A micro-usb/micro-usb cable is used links the port to the
Power input
of a different LED.
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