Applications

Specifications

Output Characteristics

IceFyre UV50 IceFyre UV30 IceFyre GR50 IceFyre IR50
Wavelength 355 nm 532 nm 1064 nm
Power2, 3 >50 W @ 1250 kHZ >30 W typical @ 500 kHz
>25 W @ 800 kHz
>20 W typical @ 1 MHz		 >50 W @ 500 kHZ >50 W @ 400 kHZ
Maximum Pulse Energy, typical
(greater pulse energy per burst
possible with TimeShift ps)		 >40 µJ @ 1250 kHz >60 µJ typical @ 500 kHz
>31 µJ @ 800 kHz
>20 µJ typical @ 1 MHz		 >100 µJ @ 500 kHz >200 µJ @ 200 kHz
Repetition Rate Range6 Single shot to 10 MHz
Pulse Width, FWHM2 <12 ps (10 ps typical) <15 ps (13 typical)
TimeShift ps yes
Pulse-to-Pulse Energy Stability2 <2.0%, 1 σ <1.5%, 1 σ
Power Stability (after warm-up)2 <1%, 1 σ, over 8 hours

Beam Characteristics

IceFyre UV50 IceFyre UV30 IceFyre GR50 IceFyre IR50
Spatial Mode2 TEM00, M2 <1.3
Polarization >100:1 vertical >100:1 horizontal >100:1 vertical
Beam Diameter (D4σ)2 5.0 ±0.5 mm 3.5 ±0.35 mm 3.0 ±0.3 mm
Beam Divergence, full angle2 <0.20 mrad <0.75 mrad
Beam Asymmetry2 <1.10 (≥90% circularity)
Boresight Tolerance2 ±0.5 mm, ±5 mrad
Beam Pointing Stability2 <±25 µrad/°C

Operating Conditions8

IceFyre UV50 IceFyre UV30 IceFyre GR50 IceFyre IR50
Warm-up Time, typical <45 min from warm start mode,<60 min from cold start7 <15 min from start mode, <40 min from cold start7
Temperature Range 15-30°C
Altitude 0-2,000 m
Humidity7 0-90% non-condensing, dew point <19°C

Storage Conditions8

IceFyre UV50 IceFyre UV30 IceFyre GR50 IceFyre IR50
Temperature Range 0-50°C
Altitude 0-10,000 m
Humidity7 0-90% non-condensing, dew point <22°C

Electrical and Chiller Requirements7

IceFyre UV50 IceFyre UV30 IceFyre GR50 IceFyre IR50
Water Temperature (laser inlet) 20 ±1°C, stable to ± 0.5°C
Water Flow Rate (at laser head) 1.8 GPM typical (6.8 LPM)
AC Input >200 VAC (180-260), 2000 W Max, 50/60 Hz, single phase 100-240 VAC, 1000 W Max, 50/60 Hz, single phase
Heat Load (at laser head) <1600 W <800 W (600 W typical)
Heat Load (at power supply) <300 W <200 W
Total Power Consumption <2000 W <1000 W

Physical Characteristics5

IceFyre UV50 IceFyre UV30 IceFyre GR50 IceFyre IR50
Laser Dimensions
(L x W x H)4		 42.14 x 19.88 x 7.63 in
(1070.4 x 504.8 x 193.06 mm)		 35.00 x 12.13 x 7.63 in
(889.0 x 308.0 x 193.8 mm)		 29.50 x 12.13 x 7.50 in
(749.5 x 308.0 x 190.6 mm)
Laser Weight 215 lbs (97.5 kg) 108 lbs (49 kg) 95 lbs (43 kg)
Dimension (Utility Module)
(L x W x H)		 21.16 x 18.98 x 3.47 in (537.5 x 482.1 x 88.1 mm)
Weight (Utility Module) 24.70 lbs (11.20 kg) 22.80 lbs (10.34 kg) 15.00 lbs (6.80 kg)

Features

IceFyre UV50 IceFyre UV30 IceFyre GR50 IceFyre IR50
EU RoHS 2 Compliant, China RoHS 2, CE Compliant Product compliant with restriction of hazardous substances
Internal Power Monitor May be calibrated against an external power meter
Alignment Beam Mode Lower power beam for installation and alignment in a tool(IR requires optional AOM)
Replaceable Output Window Customer replaceable to maintain power in harsh environments
Data Log(includes customer version as well)9 Long and short term recording for diagnostics and equipment maintenance
Optional Safety Shutter Externally mounted for easy field service and customer replaceable
Optional Output AOM NA (Power attenuation by software control. Consult Spectra-Physics) Provides power attenuation at constant power, used with trigger, gate and pulse on demand, use as a process shutter
Optional TimeShift ps GUI Enables waveform customization

Footnotes:

  1. Due to our continuous product improvement program, specifications may change without notice.
  2. IR specifications are at 400 kHz single pulse with the diode current set to achieve 51 W, unless otherwise noted. IceFyre UV30 specifications are at 800 kHz single pulse with the diode current set to achieve 25.5 W, unless otherwise noted. IceFyre UV50 specifications are at 1250 kHz single pulse with the diode current set to achieve >50 W, unless otherwise noted. IceFyre GR50 specifications are at 500 kHz single pulse with the diode current set to achieve >50 W, unless otherwise noted.
  3. IR power shown is without optional AOM.
  4. Dimensions noted do not include the removable lift handles.
  5. AC to DC converter module included with standard system.
  6. Please consult factory for IR operation below 400 kHz without output AOM option.
  7. Warm start: AC, chiller and GUI on, all diodes off.
  8. High temperature, high humidity operation limited to dew point <19°C; high temperature, high humidity storage limited to dew point <22°C.
  9. IceFyre is a Class IV - High-Power Laser, whose beam is, by definition, a safety and fire hazard. Take precautions to prevent exposure to direct and reflected beams. Diffuse as well as specular reflections can cause severe skin or eye damage.

Features

Overview

IceFyre® redefines picosecond micromachining lasers with a patent-pending design to achieve exceptional performance and unprecedented versatility at industry leading cost-performance. Based on Spectra-Physics’ It’s in the Box™ design, IceFyre integrates laser and controller into the industry’s smallest package.

Exceptional Performance and Unprecedented Versatility

The IceFyre UV50 is the highest performing UV ps laser on the market, providing >50 W of UV output power at 1.25 MHz (>40 μJ) with 100’s μJ pulse energies in burst mode, and pulse widths of 10 ps. The IceFyre UV50 sets new standards in power and repetition rates from single shot to 10 MHz. The IceFyre UV30 offers >30 W of typical UV output power with pulse energy >60 µJ (greater pulse energies in burst mode) and delivers exceptional performance from single shot to 10 MHz. The IceFyre GR50 delivers >50 W of green output power at pulse energy >100 µJ at 500 kHz. The IceFyre IR50 outputs >50 W of IR power at 400 kHz single pulse and delivers exceptional performance from single shot to 10 MHz.

The IceFyre laser’s unique design exploits fiber laser flexibility and Spectra-Physics’ exclusive power amplifier capability to enable TimeShift™ ps programmable burst-mode technology for the highest versatility and performance in the industry. A standard set of waveforms is provided with each laser; an optional TimeShift ps GUI is available for creating custom waveforms. The laser design enables true pulse-on-demand (POD) and position-synchronized output (PSO) triggering with the lowest timing jitter in its class for high-quality processing at high scan speeds, e.g. when using a polygon scanner.

24/7 Industrial Reliability


Building on MKS’ deep  experience and technology, the patent-pending IceFyre FS lasers pass extensive environmental qualification testing to ensure high reliability and a low cost-of-ownership. Fully automated and computer controlled, the laser exhibits exceptional stability in power, beam parameters, and beam pointing during 24/7 operation to deliver high precision and reproducibility for demanding applications.

Compatible Power Sensors

To verify and analyze the output power of your IceFyre laser, we recommend the Ophir F80(120)A-CM-17  (7Z07103) thermal power sensor and Centauri laser power meter. Additional information on this laser measurement equipment can be found on the ophiropt.com website. Other Ophir sensors and meters may also be suitable for the IceFyre, depending on application. Ophir also works with laser system developers to achieve embedded beam diagnostics to monitor system performance as an OEM solution.

Recommended Optics & Optomechanics

It is critical to choose the right optics and optomechanical components that work best with your IceFyre laser. IceFyre’s high IR peak power necessitates optics that have a high damage threshold. MKS Newport offers a wide selection of the highest quality optics and optical components covering the entire spectrum UV, VIS, NIR and IR wavelengths to help you with your most challenging applications.

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