The Cameo laser module is designed to be mounted via its threaded front barrel (M12X1 Thread) ideally
to a metal mounting bracket or bulkhead. To further assist mounting the module is supplied with a nut
which is fitted to the front barrel. A tool to fit a 15mm nut is required for adjustment. The direct contact
of the barrel to the mount helps to ensure heat sinking and improve laser diode lifetime. To further
improve reliability the barrel is isolated from the laser diode supply voltage at all times. The case
temperature should be kept within the specified range at all times failure to do this could result in
shortened lifetime or catastrophic failure. As a guide, laser diode lifetime decreases by a factor of two
(approx) for every ten degree increase in operating temperature.
There are two mounting clamps available for the Cameo: swivel clamp and pillow block bearing
mount.
Mounting the Cameo in the Swivel Mounting Clamp (See drawing D)
1. Secure the mounting base to a surface
a. You can use 2 x Ø9 mm slots, 4 x Ø4.5 mm holes, and/or 2 x Ø3.5 mm countersunk holes to
achieve this. If mounting via Ø3.5mm countersunk holes, the swivel bracket must be removed
from the base and then reattached after mounting.
2. Loosen A llen screw A (M3)
3. Slide your laser into the mounting hole and then tighten Allen screw A
4. Loosen Allen screw B (M5)
TTL Mode:
With this version, the yellow lead can be utilised to be driven with a TTL input modulation signal.
Mounting & Heatsinking
Cleaning The Optics
Pin
Lead
1260 Gated Cameo
Pin 1 Red Lead
3.3Vdc to +5 Vdc
Pin 2 Black Lead
0 Vdc
Pin 3 Yellow Lead
Input TTL Signal
Pin 4 Blue Lead
+V on, -V off
If the laser pattern becomes fuzzy or unclear, please check the following:
1. Check the laser is in focus.
2. Remove contaminants with a compressed air duster.
3. Contact Global Laser or your local representative if you still have issues.
Note:
Handle optics with with care using powder-free latex or nitrile gloves. These prevent the transfer
of oils and debris from hands to optics. Please place the protective cap over the aperture when the
laser is not in use to reduce optical contamination.
