How to Clean the Optical Output Connector of the AQ2200-141 and
AQ2200-142 FP-LD Modules
1.
Soak a piece of cleaning paper in the isopropyl alcohol, and rub the cleaning
paper against the ferrule end face.
2.
Wipe of the moisture with another piece of cleaning paper. After that, use the
compressed air to remove any remaining dust.
Ferrule end face
How to Clean the Optical Input Connector of the AQ2200-211 Sensor Module
1.
Soak a stick-type cleaner in the isopropyl alcohol, and slowly insert it into the
optical input connector’s precision sleeve. Use the stick-type cleaner to clean the
connector’s inner walls and opening.
2.
Wipe of the moisture with another stick-type cleaner. After that, use the
compressed air to remove any remaining dust.
Precision sleeve
Stick-type cleaner
How to Clean the Optical Input Connector of the AQ2200-215 Sensor Module
Because the light receiving surface is very sensitive, never rub it to clean off dust
particles.
Use the compressed air to remove small amounts of dust and dirt.
How to Clean the Optical Input Connector of the AQ2200-221 Sensor Module
An antireflection coating is applied to the light receiving glass of the AQ2200-221 sensor
module.
Using a brush that has been used many times or a brush that has not been used for a
long time may scratch the light receiving glass. Use new brushes when cleaning this
optical input connector.
1.
Use the compressed air to remove small amounts of dust and dirt.
2.
If there is dirt or dust that you cannot remove with the compressed air, soak a
piece of cleaning paper in the isopropyl alcohol, and softly wipe the surface of
the light receiving glass. Then, use the compressed air to remove any lint that
remains on the light receiving glass.
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