Chapter 3: Tuning and Testing Procedures
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Patara II and Iklwa II Service Manual
NOTE:
HR aligns the beam through the center of the diode module rod and should
never be moved. HM aligns the beam through the SHG crystal and may need to be
aligned occasionally.
2.
Before removing the access hole screws, clean the cover with TechniCloth
III™ wipes and isopropyl alcohol. Remove screws.
3.
Use a 1/8" ball driver to make adjustments. Start with HM adjustments only.
A fine adjustment is a 1° or less rotation. A small adjustment is about a 2°
rotation. A coarse adjustment is 15° to 20° rotation. If coarse adjustments are
needed to obtain performance, reduce operating current by 2 A. Return to
normal operating current when making small and fine adjustments.
4.
The screws for the adjustments of the vertical tilt angle and the horizontal tilt
angle are illustrated in
Figure 3-4
.
Figure 3-4: Accessible Holes for HR and HM Cavity Mirror Adjustment
5.
Make small adjustments to the horizontal angle of HM mirror and observe the
output power.
6.
Once a maximum is found, adjust the vertical control of HM mirror to
maximize power.
7.
If the laser output returns to original specifications, alignment is complete. If
not, proceed to Step 8.
8.
Make small adjustments to the horizontal angle of HR mirror and observe the
output power.
9.
Once a maximum is found, adjust the vertical control of HR mirror to
maximize power.
10.
Repeat the alignment steps with both the HR and HM until there is no
significant performance improvement.