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Synrad
Firestar ti-Series
operator’s manual
Introduction
Firestar
®
ti-Series lasers are part of a new series of small-footprint lasers from SYNRAD featuring high
power and excellent beam quality. The circular beam provides more accurate cutting and faster processing
speeds than competing technologies. With an integrated RF power supply, meaning no external RF supply
or cables, our compact ti-Series lasers mount easily to flatbed cutters, robotic arms, or gantry systems mak-
ing integration into your production line simple and fast.
Firestar ti-Series features include:
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Compact resonator design
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Fully integrated RF power supply
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Excellent pulsing characteristics
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Fast rise/fall times (< 75 µs)
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Built-in “tickle” generator
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Color-coded LEDs mirror user outputs
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“Industrial-strength” ±5–24 VDC inputs and outputs
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Keyswitch fan- or water-cooled models available
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OEM (no Keyswitch/no shutter) air-, fan-, or water-cooled models available
Firestar nomenclature
Firestar ti-Series lasers are divided into two distinct functional categories: Keyswitch and OEM models. In
addition to a manual
Keyswitch
, all
Keyswitch
-equipped lasers include a manual shutter switch that allows
the laser output aperture to be blocked. OEM lasers do not incorporate either a manual keyswitch or shut-
ter assembly since they are primarily designed as components for integration into larger processing systems
by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or System Integrator who bears the responsibility for
meeting the appropriate laser safety requirements for Class IV laser systems.
Model numbers
The last three characters in the Firestar model number serve to designate the functional category, cool-
ing method, and model version. The functional category is indicated by either a “K” for Keyswitch or “S”
(Switch-less) for OEM models. The next letter indicates the cooling method: “W” for water-cooled units,
“F” for fan-cooled units, and “A” for air-cooled lasers (where the customer must provide the proper cooling
via fans or blowers). The last letter in the model number indicates the current model version beginning
with “B”. For example, the model number FSTI100SFB designates that particular Firestar ti100 laser as an
OEM, fan-cooled model. FSTI60SAC indicates an OEM, air-cooled ti60 laser.
