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Glossary of Terms
Belt – A toothed belt with high-strength, stretch-free Kevlar construction, driven by a motion system motor. Belts in-
cluded: X belt for left-right movement of the lens carriage; two Y belts that move the Arm forward and backward; and a Z
belt that moves the engraving table up and down.
Class 1, Class 3R, Class 4 (Laser Classication) – Denitions created by the laser industry council to indicate degrees of
laser emission and safety requirements.
Class 1• laser has a beam that is fully contained in an interlocked enclosure. A Class 1 laser is designed for safe use
in oce and production environments without the need for special eyewear or other protective measures. Uni-
versal Laser Sysetms builds systems with Class 1 enclosures for their CO
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lasers.
Class 3R• laser requires caution (must not stare into the beam) and is the rating for the red diode pointer used in
Universal’s laser systems.
Class 4• laser has a beam that is not fully contained and that can result in direct or reected beam exposure to the
user or others. Class 4 laser users must utilize laser safety eyewear and must take other precautions to ensure safe
operation. Universal oers a Class 4 compliant option for its ILS Series models and requires a signed agreement
of understanding from the prospective Class 4 user.
For further information, please refer to the Universal Laser Systems’ Safety Manual.
Beam Window – An optic (1) mounted in the left hand rear of the enclosure through which the laser beam enters the
enclosure.
Computer Controlled Air Cleaner/Cart – An accessory for VersaLASER models VLS2.30 and VLS3.50 that provides a
self-contained, computer-controlled exhaust ltration system when used with the Materials Database driver only.
Computer Controlled Compressed Air Unit – An accessory that provides dry, oil-free compressed air for use with
the Air Assist Cone and Back Sweep Accessories. With Computer Controlled air assist, the laser system turns the
compressor on and o automatically.
CPU – A Circuit Board in the laser system that communicates with the PC to drive the Motion System, pulse the Laser
Cartridge, monitor interlocks and sensors, etc.
Cutting Table – An accessory with a honeycomb insert used to support the work piece when
vector cutting. Also provides downdraft to pull smoke and debris away from the bottom of materials being cut. The
cutting table can be used as a vacuum base for holding thin sheet stock at while cutting.
Engraving Table – The solid, at metal plate that supports the work piece.