Specifications

Interfacing GEM-Series Lasers to Systems
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INTERFACING DIAMOND GEM-SERIES
L
ASERS TO SYSTEMS
The GEM-series laser control is via the 15-pin D-type connector on
the RF power supply. The exception is the GEM-30 where control is
via the RJ-45 interface connector. The information that follows is a
summary and more detailed information on interfacing the laser is
contained in the respective operator’s manual.
Interlocks
External interlocks must often be connected to the GEM-series laser.
These include safety interlocks such as door signals, process inter-
locks such as assist gas flow sensors and mechanical interlocks such
as axis limit signals. In most cases, key switches and similar
safety-related devices should be connected to the laser enable signal.