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Diode Laser Systems for Materials Processing: HighLight D-Series

Source: Coherent, Inc.

New Diode Laser Systems for Materials Processing Offer Highest Power Yet Available. The HighLight D-Series, a new range of diode laser systems from Coherent, Inc. (Santa Clara, CA) (Nasdaq: COHR), delivers both high power and an increased range of “smart” output beam shapes. In particular, the HighLight 8000D, with output power of 8 kW, is the most powerful, industrial, direct diode laser system currently available with free space beam delivery.

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Free space beam delivery preserves the inherent brightness of the diode laser source and enables the use of an optical system with a large (275 mm) working distance. Together, these factors translate directly into enhanced laser capabilities in industrial processing applications. Specifically in cladding, it yields a higher material deposition rate (up to 18 pounds/hour), allowing the laser to cover large areas in a short amount of time. Production speed is increased to new benchmark levels in both cladding and heat treating due to the HighLight D-Series’ higher power and longer line beams allowing processing of larger areas in a single pass.

Features

  • Laser systems with 2.8, 4, 6, 8 kW power at 975 nm
  • Supports faster process speeds and higher deposition rates during heat treatment, cladding and welding applications
  • Variable line beam shapes from 1x3 mm to 1x30 mm
  • Line beam width expansion from 1 mm to 3-12 mm
  • Working distance of ~275 mm
  • Industrial, compact laser head with easily interchangeable beam shapes
  • Mobile control panel, remote diagnostics, aiming beam and pyrometer process control options
  • Cladding nozzle and heat treating accessories designed/optimized for HighLight D-Series

 

Various industrial options facilitate ease-of-use of the HighLight D-Series. These include an air knife, which protects the laser from back-splattered material, heat and returned laser light, thus extending system lifetime. A pyrometer for monitoring work surface temperature enables closed-loop control of laser power during heat treatment and cladding. Features to enhance productivity include a laser system control unit with a simple graphical interface, and remote diagnostics that allow system operation to be analyzed by Coherent service personnel over the internet.

Founded in 1966, Coherent, Inc. is a Russell 2000 Index company and a world leader in providing laser-based solutions to the commercial and scientific research markets. Please direct any questions to Wolfgang Juchmann, Product Marketing, Senior Manager, at 408-764-4963. For more information about Coherent, including product and financial updates, visit our website at www.Coherent.com.

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Direct-Diode Industrial System HighLight D-Series Datasheet