ESAB Laser lamp kit User manual

Brand: ESAB

Model: Laser lamp kit

Type: User manual

ESAB Laser lamp kit is a versatile tool for SAW welding with manual joint tracking. With its red laser diode emitting a visible beam, the kit provides precise guidance even in broad daylight. The flexible attachment allows for easy positioning in front of the weld point, while the adjustable cable length ensures compatibility with various setups. The kit includes all necessary components for installation, making it a convenient solution for enhancing welding accuracy and productivity.

Instruction manual

0456 558 101 GB 20190625

Laser lamp kit

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0456 558 101 © ESAB AB 2019

SAFETY ....................................................................................................... 3

1.1 Meaning of symbols ............................................................................... 3

1.2 Safety precautions ................................................................................. 3

INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 6

TECHNICAL DATA ...................................................................................... 7

INSTALLATION............................................................................................ 8

4.1 General .................................................................................................... 8

4.2 Connecting the laser lamps to the PEK unit........................................ 8

4.3 Connecting the laser lamps to the PEH unit........................................ 9

4.4 Connecting the laser lamps to the EAC10 unit................................... 9

OPERATION ................................................................................................ 11

5.1 General .................................................................................................... 11

ORDERING SPARE PARTS ........................................................................ 12

ORDERING NUMBERS....................................................................................... 13

Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice.

1 SAFETY

0456 558 101

- 3 -

1 SAFETY

1.1 Meaning of symbols

As used throughout this manual: Means Attention! Be Alert!

DANGER!

Means immediate hazards which, if not avoided, will result in immediate,

serious personal injury or loss of life.

WARNING!

Means potential hazards which could result in personal injury or loss of life.

CAUTION!

Means hazards which could result in minor personal injury.

WARNING!

Before use, read and understand the instruction manual

and follow all labels, employer´s safety practices and

Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).

1.2 Safety precautions

WARNING!

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

Faulty or improperly maintained equipment can cause injury or death.

Therefore:

1. Always have qualified personnel perform the installation, troubleshooting and

maintenance work. Do not perform any electrical work unless you are

qualified to perform such work.

2. Before performing any maintenance work inside a power source, disconnect

the power source from the incoming electrical power.

3. Maintain cables, earthing wire, connections, power cord and power supply in

safe working order. Do not operate any equipment in faulty condition.

4. Do not abuse any equipment or accessories. Keep equipment away from

heat sources such as furnaces, wet conditions such as water puddles, oil or

grease, corrosive atmospheres and inclement weather.

5. Keep all safety devices and cabinet covers in position and in good repair.

6. Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Do not modify it in any manner.

1 SAFETY

0456 558 101

- 4 -

WARNING!

Failing to follow these instructions may result in risk of fire, electric shock or personal

injury.

• Only charge the correct type of rechargeable battery to reduce the risk of

explosion, personal injury or other damages.

• Do not open the charger. Any repairs should be done by the manufacturer or

authorized service personnel.

• Do not attempt to take the unit apart, this action voids the warranty. Do not

disassemble the unit when it is plugged into the mains electric supply to avoid

the risk of electric shock or fire.

• Do not use the charger if it is visibly damaged.

Users of ESAB equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who

works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety

precautions must meet the requirements that apply to this type of equipment. The following

recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to

the workplace.

All work must be carried out by trained personnel well-acquainted with the operation of the

equipment. Incorrect operation of the equipment may lead to hazardous situations which can

result in injury to the operator and damage to the equipment.

1. Anyone who uses the equipment must be familiar with:

○ its operation

○ location of emergency stops

○ its function

○ relevant safety precautions

○ welding and cutting or other applicable operation of the equipment

2. The operator must ensure that:

○ no unauthorised person is stationed within the working area of the equipment

when it is started up

○ no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck or work is started with the

equipment

3. The workplace must:

○ be suitable for the purpose

○ be free from drafts

4. Personal safety equipment:

○ Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses,

flame-proof clothing, safety gloves

○ Do not wear loose-fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which

could become trapped or cause burns

5. General precautions:

○ Make sure the return cable is connected securely

○ Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified

electrician

○ Appropriate fire extinguishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at

hand

○ Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during

operation

CAUTION!

This product is intended for industrial use. In a domestic environment this product may

cause radio interference. It is the user's responsibility to take adequate precautions.

1 SAFETY

0456 558 101

- 5 -

WARNING!

Laser radiation

• The laser radiation can injure your eyes. Do not look

straight at the laser diode or the laser beam when it is

activated (regardless of class rating).

• Do not direct the laser beam towards another person.

NOTE!

Dispose of electronic equipment at the recycling

facility!

In observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its

implementation in accordance with national law,

electrical and/or electronic equipment that has reached

the end of its life must be disposed of at a recycling

facility.

As the person responsible for the equipment, it is your

responsibility to obtain information on approved

collection stations.

For further information contact the nearest ESAB dealer.

ESAB has an assortment of welding accessories and personal protection equipment

for purchase. For ordering information contact your local ESAB dealer or visit us on

our website.

2 INTRODUCTION

0456 558 101

- 6 -

2 INTRODUCTION

The laser lamp is used for SAW welding with manual joint tracking.

The lamp is mounted in a holder that is fitted to the automatic welding machine. The holder is

provided with a flexible attachment so that the lamp can be adjusted in the desired position in

front of the weld point.

Lamps can be ordered as complete build-in sets, containing all components necessary for

the installation.

The laser lamp contains a low-power laser diode emitting red light at a wavelength of

650nm.

The light point is intensive and visible also in broad daylight.

The laser lamp can be fitted with cables of different lengths.

3 TECHNICAL DATA

0456 558 101

- 7 -

3 TECHNICAL DATA

Laser lamp

Mains connection: 5-24 V ±10% AC/DC

Power consumption: < 60 mA

Light:

Line and cross hair

Point



Red, 650 nm, Laser class 3R

Red, 650 nm, Laser class 2

Cable length: 0.5, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 25 m

Max. working distance: 0.5 m

Dimensions: W25×H27×D164 mm

Cable connection: Burndy, 4-pole

Weight: Approx. 160 g

Approx. 220 g (incl. cooling unit and mount)

Enclosure class: IP54

Equipment marked IP54 is designed for indoor and outdoor use.

4 INSTALLATION

0456 558 101

- 8 -

4 INSTALLATION

4.1 General

The installation must be carried out by a professional.

The laser lamp is supplied as an accessory. It is connected to the PEK, PEH and EAC10

unit according to the following sections.

The laser lamp must always be:

• out of operation during installation

• installed below eye level

• installed on the welding head it is intended for

• installed on an attached lamp holder

• pointing downwards towards the working piece

4.2 Connecting the laser lamps to the PEK unit

Laser lamp Use soft button relay 2 in PEK.

4 INSTALLATION

0456 558 101

- 9 -

4.3 Connecting the laser lamps to the PEH unit

4.4 Connecting the laser lamps to the EAC10 unit

Connect the laser to terminal block X2 on the welding head.

To access X2, remove the cover plate on the welding head. Connect the laser between

supply +24VDC (pin8) and 0V (pin9).

The laser lamp will be lit when the EAC 10 is powered.

4 INSTALLATION

0456 558 101

- 10 -

5 OPERATION

0456 558 101

- 11 -

5 OPERATION

5.1 General

General safety regulations for handling the equipment can be found in the "SAFETY"

chapter of this manual. Read it through before you start using the equipment!

The laser lamp may only be operated by

skilled persons who have been instructed in

laser safety.

Place out warning signs when during use of

the laser lamp.

Make sure the laser lamp is pointing

downwards towards the working piece

Make sure that direct reflections are blocked.

Restrict reflections that can cause flashblind,

glare or cause distraction.

Always look at the laser lamp from an angle

and in the direction of the laser beam

travelling.

The image shows an example of how to use

the laser lamp as guide lamp for welding.

6 ORDERING SPARE PARTS

0456 558 101

- 12 -

6 ORDERING SPARE PARTS

Spare parts and wear parts can be ordered through your nearest ESAB dealer, see

esab.com. When ordering, please state product type, serial number, designation and spare

part number in accordance with the spare parts list. This facilitates dispatch and ensures

correct delivery.

ORDERING NUMBERS

0456 558 101

- 13 -

ORDERING NUMBERS

Ordering no. Denomination Laser class Type Notes

0821 440 880 Laser lamp kit 2 PEK D 20/ D35, 2 m cable

0821 440 881 Laser lamp kit 2 PEK D 20/ D35, 3 m cable

0821 440 882 Laser lamp kit 2 PEK D 20/ D35, 5 m cable

0821 440 883 Laser lamp kit 2 PEK D 20/ D35, 7 m cable

0821 440 884 Laser lamp kit 2 PEK D 20/ D35, 25 m cable

0821 440 885 Laser lamp kit 2 PEK D 20/ D35, 40 m cable

0821 440 886 Laser lamp kit 2 EAC 10 D 20/ D35, 0.5 m cable

0821 441 880 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEK D 20/ D35, 2 m cable

0821 441 881 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEK D 20/ D35, 3 m cable

0821 441 882 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEK D 20/ D35, 5 m cable

0821 441 883 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEK D 20/ D35, 7 m cable

0821 441 884 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEK D 20/ D35, 25 m cable

0821 442 880 Laser lamp kit 2 PEH D 20/ D35, 2 m cable

0821 442 881 Laser lamp kit 2 PEH D 20/ D35, 3 m cable

0821 442 882 Laser lamp kit 2 PEH D 20/ D35, 5 m cable

0821 442 883 Laser lamp kit 2 PEH D 20/ D35, 7 m cable

0821 442 884 Laser lamp kit 2 PEH D 20/ D35, 25 m cable

0821 443 880 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEH D 20/ D35, 2 m cable

0821 443 881 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEH D 20/ D35, 3 m cable

0821 443 882 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEH D 20/ D35, 5 m cable

0821 443 883 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEH D 20/ D35, 7 m cable

0821 443 884 Laser lamp kit, hair cross 3R PEH D 20/ D35, 25 m cable

0463 673 001 Spare parts list Laser lamp kit

Technical documentation is available on the Internet at: www.esab.com

For contact information visit esab.com

ESAB AB, Lindholmsallén 9, Box 8004, 402 77 Gothenburg, Sweden, Phone +46 (0) 31 50 90 00

http://manuals.esab.com

ESAB Laser lamp kit User manual

ESAB Laser lamp kit User manual

ESAB Laser lamp kit User manual

Related papers

Other documents