THORLABS OTM211, User Manual

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OTM211 Chapter 5: Operating Conditions and Environmental Requirements
Rev A, October 7, 2015
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Chapter 5 Operating Conditions and Environmental
Requirements
The system will be installed by a member of the Thorlabs team. In preparation for install, the following considerations
should be taken into account.
5.1. Selecting a Suitable Operation Environment
In order to deliver optimal performance we recommend installing the OTM211 Optical Tweezers System on an
actively vibration-damped surface. Thorlabs offers a variety of vibration-damped optical tables and microscopy
workstations. Please contact Thorlabs Technical Support for detailed information.
The following guidelines should be considered when installing the system:
 Do not store or operate in damp, condensing environments
 Do not expose to direct sunlight
 Do not use solvent on or near the equipment
 Keep away from dust, dirt, and air-borne pollutants
 The system is not designed for outdoor use. Protect from rain, snow, and humidity
 Do not expose the system to mechanical or thermal extremes. Protect the equipment from rapid variation
in temperature
 Handle all connectors and wiring with care. Do not use unnecessary force as this may damage the
connectors.
 Handle the optical fiber with care. Mechanical stress can decrease performance and potentially destroy the
fiber. Continual bending of the optical fiber can cause damage. We suggest keeping the optical fiber as
straight as possible and maximizing bend radii.
 The OTM211 optical tweezers system is a precision instrument and must be handled accordingly. If the
system needs to be moved to a new location, please contact the Thorlabs team prior to doing so.