Coherent CO 2 Laser Air-Cooled, RF-Excited

GEM-50A
Air-Cooled RF-Excited
OEM Industrial CO2 Laser

A Diamond™ Family Laser

The GEM-50A Advantage FEATURES

The RF-excited GEM™-50A OEM Industrial Laser delivers exceptional beam quality and
superior amplitude stability in a compact package. It provides a low-cost solution to high • Excellent stability and
operating costs by eliminating the need for liquid cooling — saving thousands of dollars beam quality
in cooling equipment while improving reliability. Ruggedized for the most severe industrial
environments, it is the standard of the industry. • Cost-saving and simple,
direct-air cooling
The GEM-50A features an efficient folded-resonator design contained within an all-metal
housing. It’s a structural approach that gives the GEM-50A its outstanding beam quality • Linear polarization
and stability. Metal seals assure both long operational and shelf lifetimes. The GEM-50A
is a robust and field-proven product. • Highly compact and
lightweight, two-piece
The all-solid-state RF power supply can be operated either CW or in a modulated mode, package
allowing the user a wide range of process control. The RF power supply is connected to the
laser head by an industrial-quality, triple-shielded RF cable. Custom lengths are available • Low-cost OEM
upon request. All laser heads, RF supplies and cables are interchangeable. configuration

All control and monitoring signals are accessed through a 15-pin D-connector located on • Fast rise/fall time
the front panel of the RF supply.
• Up to 100%
The GEM-50A offers many distinctive advantages. It is cost-effective, simple to use, and has duty cycle operation
low service requirements. Offered in both air-cooled and water-cooled versions, GEM-50
lasers offer straightforward installation. • All-metal seals
for long life
The superior performance of the GEM-50A laser is demonstrated in the high output per
unit volume obtained with patent-protected technology. • Wide operating
power range

• Interchangeable
laser heads and
RF power supplies
GEM-50A Air-Cooled RF-Excited OEM Industrial CO2 Laser

Laser Head 79.2 mm

(3.12 in.)
537.2 mm Type N RF Connector
(21.15 in.)
30.5 mm
(1.20 in.)

19.4 mm
164.1 mm (0.76 in.)
(6.46 in.)
20.6 mm
(0.81 in.)

48 VDC Input
488.3 mm Fan Voltage 83.7 mm
(19.22 in.) (3.29 in.)
311.4 mm
(12.26 in.)

RF Power Supply
15-Pin
D-Connector
4–Lug 48 VDC Input
Terminal Strip

228.6 mm
(9.00 in.)

Type N RF
Connector
149.4 mm
(5.88 in.)

GEM-50A

System Wavelength 10.6 µm fixed

Specifications Output Power1 50W
Power Stability2 ±5%
Mode Quality >98% TEM00, M2 <1.2
Beam Size 1.8 ±0.2 mm
Beam Divergence 7.5 ±0.5 mrad full angle
Polarization >100 to 1 (fixed linear)
Pulse Frequency Up to 25 kHz
Weight of Head 7.3 kg (16.0 lbs.)
Weight of Power Supply 3.9 kg (8.5 lbs.)
Dimensions Shown above
Facility Input Power 48 VDC 25A (36A peak for a minimum of 1 msec)
Requirements ±2% regulation with remote sense.
Surface Cooling Requirements Heat Dissipation Maximum Case Temperature
Laser Head 650W 60°C (140°F)
RF Power Supply 350W 60°C (140°F)
Environmental3
Temperature 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)
Altitude <2000 m (6500 ft.)
Humidity Non-condensing
1 Derate power by 1% / °C for laser head temperatures above 25°C.
2 Power stability measured at constant duty cycle after 10-minute warm-up.
3 Adverse environmental conditions (high ambient temperatures, humidity or altitude) will limit the maximum allowable duty cycle.
Systems designers must limit the duty cycle so that hardware surface temperature limits are not exceeded.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Protected under U.S. patents: 4,787,090; 4,577,323; 4,443,877; 4,438,514 and 4,393,126 with others pending.
Licensed by PATLEX Corp. under U.S. Patent 4,704,583.

Coherent, Inc. guarantees that the output power of the GEM-50A will exceed the rated
power for a period of one year, independent of the actual operating time. Coherent, Inc.
also warrants to the original purchaser for a period of one year from the date of delivery
C O H E R E N T, I N C .
that the GEM-50A is free from defects in material and workmanship. The warranty does
5100 Patrick Henry Drive
not apply to any unit damaged by accident, abuse or operation in a manner inconsistent
Santa Clara, CA 95054
with the procedures and specifications outlined in the manual supplied with the laser.
phone (800) 527-3786 Japan +81 (3) 5635 8700
(408) 764-4983 Benelux +31 (30) 280 6060 The GEM-50A is a laser component that does not include all safety features as required
fax (800) 362-1170 France +33 (1) 6985 5145 by the FDA and the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH). It is sold solely to
(408) 988-6838 Germany +49 (6071) 9680 qualified manufacturers who in their end product will supply all interlocks and indica-
e-mail tech.sales@Coherent.com Italy +39 (02) 34 530 214 tors, and will comply fully with CDRH regulations and/or local regulatory agencies.
web www.Coherent.com UK +44 (1353) 658 833

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION.

AVOID EYE OR SKIN EXPOSURE TO
DIRECT OR SCATTERED RADIATION.
CLASS IV LASER RADIATION PRODUCT
PER EN60825-1 (1994)

CO 2 LASER 9.2 - 10.8 MICRONS

Printed in the U.S.A. MC-099-01-2.5M0505Rev.D 100 WATT CW

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