V20220388 LYF-30BWe Split Fiber Marking Machine User Manual Read Carefully Before Use Keep for Future Reference
PREFACE Thank you for choosing our laser equipment. This fiber laser marking machine is intended for personal and professional use. Read this manual carefully before operation. It covers the details of correct installation, adjustment, maintenance, and—most importantly—safe operation of your new laser.
CONTENTS 1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................1 1.1 General Information ..............................................................................................................1 1.2 Symbol Guide ........................................................................................................................1 1.3 Designated Use..............................................................
1 Introduction 1.1 General Information This manual is the designated user guide for the installation, setup, safe operation, and maintenance of your fiber laser marking machine. It is divided into six chapters covering general information, safety instructions, installation steps, operation instructions, maintenance instructions, and contact information.
1.3 Designated Use This machine is intended for use engraving signs and other consumer products on applicable substrates. This laser can process a wide variety of metals including steel, aluminum, titanium, brass, copper, tungsten, carbide, and chrome. It can also be used with stone and some hard plastics such as acrylic. (See §§2.5 & 4.3 for further details.) Use of this system for non-designated purposes is not permitted.
1.5 Components E B A F C D Main Parts A. Main Tower—This houses the fiber laser source, its mainboard, and various connections. B. Galvo Lens Head—The high-speed galvanometer scanning head focuses the laser beam to a fine point, directing it to proper locations on the target material during engraving. C. Laser Cable—This transmits the laser beam from its source to the galvonometric lens. D. Worktable—This platform holds the target material, with optional positioning bars to ensure precise alignment.
A B D C E Main Tower A. Stepper Motor—This motor helps control attached rotary axes. B. Mainboard—This circuit board works with your software to control the laser. C. Mainboard Power Supply—This device draws 0.5A to convert standard electricity to 5V 3A power for the mainboard. D. Laser Power Supply—This device draws 6.8A to convert standard electricity to 24V 14.6A power for the fiber laser source. E. Galvanometer Power Supply—This device draws 2.
A B C Power Buttons A. Emergency Stop—Because of the risk of fire and other hazards during engraving, this engraver includes a large and easy-to-reach emergency stop button near the control panel. Press it down to stop the laser instantly. B. Scan Head—Activates the mainboard inside the main tower and the galvanometer head inside the main arm. Insert your key and turn this first during startup and last during shutdown. C. Fiber Laser—Activates the laser source.
2. Safety Information 2.1 Disclaimer Your engraver may differ somewhat from those shown in this manual due to options, updates, etc. Please contact us if your marking machine came with an outdated manual or if you have any other questions. 2.2 General Safety Instructions • Use this laser marking device only in accordance with all applicable local and national laws and regulations. • Use this device only in accordance with this instruction manual and the manual for the engraving software included with it.
• DO NOT use or leave sensitive EMI equipment nearby. Ensure the area around the laser is free of strong electromagnetic interference during any use. • ONLY use this machine as described in the Material Safety section of this manual. The laser settings and engraving process must be properly adjusted for specific materials. • Ensure the area is kept free of airborne pollutants, as these might pose a similar risk of reflection, combustion, etc.
This machine can be safely used with the following materials: • Aluminum • Brass • Carbide • Gold • Silver • Steel • Stone, including Granite, Marble, etc. • Titanium • Tungsten This machine can be used with some other metals, hard plastics, and other materials with some care. For other materials, if you are unsure about its safety or laserability with this device, seek out its material safety data sheet (MDS).
3. Installation 3.1 Installation Overview A complete working system consists of the fiber laser source, the laser arm with the galvanometer lens, the laser key, a computer (not included) with engraving software (included), and all applicable connection cables. A support column and workbed come included to assist your work. Users can also configure other additional accessories (such as a rotary axis) to suit their needs.
3.4 Assembly Instructions Step 1. Install the support column onto the worktable using the four mounting holes and the provided bolts. Step 2. Install the laser arm onto the support column using the provided bolts. Mount the laser arm so that its lens box is positioned over the work area. Align the four holes on the housing Tighten it into place with the included with the holes in its mounting bracket. bolts.
3.5 Control Computer Installation See the separate engraving software manual for details on the requirements for the control computer. The control computer should not be placed more than 15 feet (4.5 m) away from the fiber laser marker in order to avoid possible interference to the signal in its line. Familiarize yourself with your software's image design features and laser control settings before beginning operation of the laser itself. 4. Operation 4.
Step 4. If you previously disconnected the control computer, reconnect it via the USB cable now. If your computer is already connected and SeaCAD is already running, restart it now to establish a connection between the computer and the laser’s control board. Step 5. Customize your contrast and engraving depth by adjusting the engraving parameters in SeaCAD. To darken an image, use a higher frequency setting. To lighten it, use a lower one.
Step 9. Replace the test material with the actual material. Use the foot pad or press Mark or hit F2 in SeaCAD to engrave your pattern. Again, do not stare at the laser in operation even with protective eyewear. Watch for possible issues like sparks or fires, however, and be prepared to quickly extinguish a fire if necessary. Step 10. Examine the quality of your first run and adjust the laser parameters in SeaCAD as necessary to create your desired effect.
Plastics When engraving plastics, generally use low power and high speed settings. Marking and engraving with too much power or at too low a speed can concentrate too much energy at the point of contact, causing the plastic to melt. Among other problems, this may produce poor engraving quality, noxious fumes and even fires. Stone When engraving various kinds of stone, generally use moderate power and speed at low frequency.
5.3 Troubleshooting Guidance Potential Problems Possible Solutions Correct the focus by adjusting the height of the laser arm. Correct the software parameters if they are invalid or mistaken. No Laser Output Have a technician fix or establish the connection between the laser and the mainboard. Have a technician fix or establish the connection between the laser and its power supply. If either the fiber laser source or its power supply have worn out, have a technician replace them.
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