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This guide provides you with the information to help you to sell the Linx SL102 and SL302, Linx’s new range of 10W and 30W laser coders, with the versatile and intuitive LinxVision® user interface.

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LINX SL102 / SL302UNDERSTANDING LASER CODERS

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

02 CO2 laser coding

03 Overview of system architecture

04 Overview of LinxVision®

05 Overview of QuadMark®

06 Overview of LinxDraw®

07 Linx laser SL range three key wins

13 The right laser for the right job

16 How do you decide –10W, 30W or 50W?

18 Sample marking

19 The head and lens configuration

20 Laser marking head andlens options

27 Laser wavelengths

28 Accessory options

30 Laser classification

31 IP ratings explained

32 Default parameter value for SL102 and SL302

This guide provides you with the information tohelp you to sell the Linx SL102 and SL302, Linx’snew range of 10W and 30W laser coders, with theversatile and intuitive LinxVision® user interface.

This guide will show you why the Linx SL102 and SL302

will deliver your customers the most effective coding

solution with longest laser lifetime.

It will demonstrate that the Linx SL102 and SL302 are

faster, more intuitive to use and install, and easier to own

than any other laser coder.

WELCOME TO THELINX SL102 / SL302

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PRODUCT SUMMARY

Supply unit

Laser unit

Marking head

LinxVision touch screen user interface

Conduit 3m or 5m

REAR PANEL OF SUPPLY UNIT

Ethernet port

D-Type connectors• Encoder• Sensor• Serial port

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OVERVIEW OF SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE

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Access panel to I/O connections• Laser ready• Safety interlock• Laser busy• Job select• Good / bad mark signal• Start / stop• Trigger monitor

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STEERED BEAM LASER OPERATION

3 main parts:

• Laser tube – produces a beam of laser light

• Mirrors – 2 motorised X-Y mirrors reflect the beam

• Lens – the lens focuses the beam to a fixed point on the product.

Notes:– For moving products the mirrors will

‘chase’ the product– Linx lasers are designed to find the most

efficient coding path for either stationary or moving product.

LASER CODING – KEY BENEFITS

• Minimal running cost and downtime

• Clean and easy to maintain – no fluids or consumables

• Efficient, precise and high-quality coding and marking

• Codes on the fastest production lines

• Codes onto a wide range of materials and large surface areas

• Indelible codes minimize the risk of unauthorised removal or counterfeiting

• Environmentally friendly – no storage and disposal of hazardous / flammable solvents

• Codes on both stationary or moving products

• Multiple lines of text within the marking field.

CO2 LASER CODING

Galvo Motors

CO2 Laser Tube

Galvo Mirror

Galvo Mirror

Flat-Field Lens(system of several lenses)

Product

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LinxVision® is an easy to use user interface featuring software specially designed for touch screen operation, with large icons for intuitive, effortless control, editing andstatus reporting.

• What You See Is What You Get (WYSIWYG) display– large, bright colour screen clearly shows your selected coding message.

• Robust IP65 design – gain maximum reliability and uptime in challenging environments.

• User-friendly menus – reduce errors and the need for training with large icon display, intuitive message creation and simple file management.

• Easy access toolbar – modifying the current message isquick if changes need to be made after activation.

• Supports 21 different operating languages and multiple fonts.

OVERVIEW OF LINXVISION®

Linx QuadMark® allows complete control of up to four lasercoders on the same network from a single location, ideal for larger sites with multiple lasers and helping to save time and cost.

• Connection is made using an IP65 QuadMark splitter box (optional accessory) and the built-in Ethernet port on the supply unit.

OVERVIEW OF QUADMARK®

Each additional laser is selected and controlled by the corresponding ‘Tab’ on LinxVision Display.

Laser 1

Laser 2

Laser 3

Laser 4

LinxVision user interface

IP65 QuadMarksplitter box

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PRODUCT SUMMARY

LinxDraw® is a code template generation and management software package. LinxDraw allows the creation of code templates either ‘off-line’ or directly on the laser. Templates /codes created using LinxDraw can be downloaded to the laser,and viewed and printed using LinxVision.

LinxDraw has functionality over and above that available onLinxVision so is used for more complex or special applications.

LinxDraw can be used in conjunction with LinxVision hardwareor with a remote PC or laptop.

LINXDRAW SOFTWARE

OVERVIEW OF LINXDRAW®

Coding and marking is more versatile, more reliable andmore intuitive than ever before thanks to Linx SL scribinglaser coders.

LINX LASER SL RANGE THREE KEY WINS

MORE VERSATILE

MORE RELIABLE

MORE INTUITIVE

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MORE VERSATILE

Versatility of application

• The SL range has one of the widest selections of markingheads, lens and tube options.

Benefits

• Ensures that the Linx laser can be fine tuned to individual materials, line speeds and code requirements

• Ensures best code quality

• Efficient use of the laser, prolonging the overall lifetime of the laser.

Versatility of integration

Great flexibility in adapting the SL lasers to the customer production line constraints:

• Modular design: the Linx SL102/302 have separated components to create a modular design, making the laser easy to install

• Down (90°), straight (0°) shooters or any angle (360°) rotating head with an optional beam turning unit or a beam extension unit

• Various lengths of beam turning unit for easier access to the production

• We have won orders because the competitor does not fit into the application whereas the SL102 does!

• Optional Linx QuadMark interface which allows the user to control up to four lasers at once (requires an extra splitter box).

Benefits

• Laser can adapt to the customer’s production line constaints.

LaserApplication

Code complexity

Substrate

Product pitch

Line speed

Beam extension units (BEU)

Beam turning units (BTU)

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MORE RELIABLE

Reliable laser tube

• A longer tube life is not just the result of the quality of thetube itself

• Tube life is also prolonged as a result of an efficient use of thelaser energy and also careful machine design to ensure thatthe tube is kept at an optimum temperature

• Linx provides a 2 year warranty* (tube only).

Optimum laser power to ensure longevity of tube

• By specifying the right laser, head and lens we are making the most efficient use of the laser tube, so it lasts longer!

• A bit like running a car:– if you drive 100km/h in 2nd gear it will overheat, you will

spend more on fuel and eventually breakdown; – if you drive 100km/h using the correct gears for your

journey, the car will last much longer!

Efficient cooling system

• Some competitor laser coders do not have an efficient cooling system which means that the laser tube runs above itsoptimum temperature. This reduces laser output causing poorquality codes, which can lead to higher maintenance costs(tube replacement/laser service).

24/7 operation without the need for manual intervention

Robust stainless steel design with an IP65 option

• Durable equipment suitable to the most challenging productionenvironments.

Benefits

• Minimal running costs and downtime.

*Tube life may vary according to application.

MORE INTUITIVE

Intuitive to use

• Large WYSIWYG display showsclearly the selected message toprint

• No complex menus or parameters

• At-a-glance status reporting enables the user to quickly understand laser status

• Easy to enter and select Jobswith message preview

• Quick access operator tool bar.

Benefits

• Minimal operator training, limiting operator mistakes and increasing productivity.

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Intuitive to set up

• A unique set-up wizard removes the complexity of implementation and guides users through configuration step-by-step.

Benefits

• Installation can be quickand error free so it meansless downtime for the customer.

Tell us about your application, give us a product sample, andwe’ll give you the right solution.

• What message do you want to code (code complexity)?

• What substrate do you want to mark on?

• What is your (maximum) line speed?

• What is the (minimum) product pitch?

Depending on the laser configuration, a Linx 10W could outperform a competitor’s 30W, or a 30W could replace a 50W.Our rigorous sample marking process ensures the right laser-head-lens-tube combination is tailored to the customer application, ensuring the laser energy is used efficiently and prolonging theoverall lifetime of the laser.

THE RIGHT LASER FOR THE RIGHT JOB

Head

Lens

MarkingField

ProductPitch

Line Speed

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When you visit a customer they will want to know whether the Linx SL102 and SL302 are suitable for their application.

In order to understand whether your customer’s application isgoing to be possible, you need to know two things:

1. How long is it going to take to mark the product?(Time to Mark)

2. How much time do I have to do it in? (Available Time)

In order to answer these two questions, you need to ask the customer for some additional information. To determine the ‘Time to Mark’, you need to know:

• Code complexity, because writing more information in a code takes longer than writing less information

• Substrate type, because some substrates are easier to markwith a laser than others

• Marking field size, because a bigger field gives you a longertime to write (this is determined by sample marking)

• Spot size / energy density, because more energy per area on thesubstrate takes longer (this is determined by sample marking).

In order to determine the ‘Available Time’, you need to know:

• Line speed, because the faster the line the less time is available

• Product pitch, because the closer the products are to eachother, the less time available.

Understanding ‘Time to Mark’ and ‘Available Time’ will help you sell the Linx SL102 and SL302 because they can do applications that other competitors are unable to.

So, let’s see what this means in practice...

CODE COMPLEXITY

Simple Complex

Customer to supply information

SUBSTRATE

Easy (eg Paper) Hard (eg H/LDP)

Customer to supply information

MARKING FIELD

Head (3 Options) x Lens (13 Options)

Linx to supply information

ENERGY (APPLIED)

Dwell Time + Beam Size + Energy Level

Min

Max

Linx to supply information

TIME TO MARK

AVAILABLE TIME

LINE SPEED

Time to the next mark

Customer to supply information

PRODUCT PITCH

Distance to the next markCustomer to supply information

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If time required to mark is less than, or equal to, the time that is available to mark, then the Linx laser is suitable. Because we have one of the most versatile coders in the market, in most cases the Linx SL102 and SL302will be the right laser coder for your application.

In most cases for the Linx SL102 and SL302, the ‘Time to Mark’ is lessthan or equal to the ‘Available Time’.

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Take the average position of application in terms of each ofthe following:

SUBSTRATE

LINE SPEED M/MIN

CODE COMPLEXITY

SUBSTRATE

10W 10W or 30W 30W 30W or 50W 50W

Heat Sensitive

Paper Paper PVC

ColourCoatedCard PET

PaintedMetal Glass

HDPE/LDPE

LINE SPEED M/MIN<5 10 20 30 50 70 100 150 220 350+

CODE COMPLEXITY

3 char. 7 char.1 line

10 char.2 lines

10 char.3 lines

10 char.4 lines

10 char.

Notes:– By taking the average position of the above three variables

on the scale, you will be provided with a starting pointFor example:- Substrate: Paper- Line Speed: 25 M/Min- Code Complexity: 1 line (10 Char)Which Laser?: 10W probably suitable (pending sample marking)

– This page is to be used as a guide only for determining the likely laser for your customers application. In order to determine the optimal laser configuration, sample markingshould be performed.

Example

There are three factors which help you decide on the correct power laser for an application. These are substrate,line speed and code complexity.

SUBSTRATE

• Heat sensitive paper• Reactive coating (e.g Datalase®)• Paper• Colour coated paper• PVC• Colour coated card• PET• Painted metal• Glass• HDPE/LDPE

LINE SPEED

• <40m/min• 41-100 m/min• 101-300 m/min• 301+ m/min

CODE COMPLEXITY

• 3 characters• 7 characters• 1 Line 10 characters• 2 Lines 10 characters• 3 Lines 10 characters• 4 Lines 10 characters

Notes:– Larger characters will increase the complexity and the

marking time of the code– Linx lasers cannot code bare metal, hot glass and base HDPE.

HOW DO YOU DECIDE – 10W, 30W or 50W?

Easy

Hard

Slow

Medium

Fast

Shortmarking

time

Longmarking

time

Complexgraphics,bar codesand logos

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Sample marking is the critical component of any successfullaser sale and should not be omitted. Good sample markingwill determine the most cost effective solution whilst ensuring the highest quality code and prolonging laser life.

The sample marking process will confirm the correct basic configuration for an application – laser power, head and lens option.

The Sample Marking Request Form should be completed in full and returned to either your local sample marking function or preferably Linx sample marking lab.

The Sample Marking Request Form can be downloaded from ExtraLinx following this path:

Customer Service Tab > Commercial Information >Narrow search by Laser coders > Search ‘Sample’

Key information needed when visiting the customer site for accurate sample marking is:

• Maximum linear line speed in metres/minute or feet/minute

• Minimum product pitch – the measurement from the leading edge of one product to the next

• Code format: character size, number of characters, number of lines of text

• Code position on product

• The sample marking lab needs samples to produce on before defining the optimal configuration. Please try to collect at least 10 samples

• Samples are completed in the order in which they arrive at Linx, and will be ready for despatch to the Distributor within one week of receipt by Linx.

SAMPLE MARKING

Conveyor Direction

Product ProductPitch

The head and lens configuration depends on:

• An appropriate spot size for the size of characters specified by the customer’s code

• Required mark field size

• Achievable marking distance between marking head and product during installation

• Energy density at product

• Line speed and product pitch variables.

Note:– Sample marking is tasked in finding the best head and lens

configuration that meets the customer speed, pitch, substrateand code complexity requirements.

THE HEAD AND LENS CONFIGURATION

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There are 13 lenses available (5 for the SHC60 head and 8 for the SHC100 / SHC120 heads):

LASER MARKING HEAD AND LENS OPTIONS

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There are 3 marking heads available:

Marking Head

Galvo speed Fastest

6mm

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Faster

10mm

$$

Fast

12mm

$$$

Mirror size

Cost

SHC60 SHC100 SHC120

SHC60

63.5mm*64mm

85mm*95mm

100mm127mm

150mm190mm

200mm254mm

300mm

351mm

400mm

SHC100 / 120

SHC60 Head

SHC100 / 120 Head

*Variable focus – twin lens assembly

HEAD AND LENS CONFIGURATION DETERMINE THE SPOT SIZE (BEAM DIAMETER)

The spot size determines the energy density on the product.

For example:

The 0.2mm spot is half the diameter of the 0.4mm spot and has x4 more energy density!

For example: an application that needs 80% laser intensity with the 0.4mmspot size would need only 20% with the 0.2mm spot size.

Spot size diameter (mm)

SHC60 Marking Head

10W Beam Expander x1.5 0.18

0.37

0.20

0.27

0.57

0.31

0.35

0.78

0.40

0.53

1.20

0.60

0.70

1.60

0.79

30W Beam Expander x1.0

30W Beam Expander x2.0

63.5* 85* 100 150 200 300 351 400SHC100 Marking Head

0.12

0.14

10W Beam Expander x2.3

30W Beam Expander x3.0

63.5* 85* 100 150 200 300 351 400SHC120 Marking Head

0.091

0.114

0.16

0.18

0.121

0.153

0.18

0.21

0.142

0.180

0.28

0.32

0.213

0.270

0.37

0.42

0.284

0.359

0.55

0.63

0.425

0.563

0.64

0.74

0.497

0.626

0.73

0.84

0.568

0.714

10W Beam Expander x3.0

30W Beam Expander x3.6

64 95 127 190 254

30WSHC60

64mm Lens

Spot size:0.2mm

30WSHC60

127mm Lens

Spot size:0.4mm

0.2mm

0.4mm

*Variable Focus – Twin Lens Assembly

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HEAD AND LENS CONFIGURATION DETERMINETHE MARKING FIELD

Marking field (mm x mm)

SHC60 Marking Head

63.5* 85* 100 150 200 300 351 400

SHC100 Marking Head

63.5* 85* 100 150 200 300 351 400

SHC120 Marking Head

64 95 127 190 254

29x

36

31x

38

44x

44

44x

58

47x

62

66x

66

73x

87

73x

102

88x

88

110x

131

110x

151

133x

133

146x

174

146x

202

177x

177

220x

262

220x

303

257x

306

257x

355

294x

350

294x

407

*Variable Focus – Twin Lens Assembly

MarkingField

Notes:– For stationary marking only, sample marking would be

required to determine whether the code actually fits into themarking field

– For marking moving products, sample marking would need toconsider the marking field length in direction of movement,line speed, and the minimum product pitch

– The longer the marking field in the direction of movement, the longer ‘available time to mark’, but more time is needed for the galvos to return to their start position to code the nextproduct so the minimum pitch value increases.

Marking field is the maximum surface area that can be marked by a particular head-lens combination.

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64mm LENS:44 x 44mm mark field

95mm LENS:66 x 66mm mark field

127mm LENS:88 x 88mm mark field

LENS AND MARK FIELDS (SHC60 HEAD)

100mm LENS:101 x 73mm mark field

150mm LENS:152 x 110mm mark field

85mmLENS:

63 x 47mm mark field

63.5mmLENS:

38 x 31mm mark field

LENS AND MARK FIELDS (SHC100 HEAD)

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HEAD AND LENS CONFIGURATION DETERMINETHE MARKING DISTANCE (WORKING DISTANCE)

Marking distance (mm)

SHC60 Marking Head 67

SHC100 Marking Head

SHC120 Marking Head

96.5 125 182 236

63.5* 85* 100 150 200 300 351 400

89 89 94 142 191 278 338 385

63.5* 85* 100 150 200 300 351 400

89 89 94 142 191 278 338 385

64 95 127 190 254

Notes:– The marking distance varies as each lens has a different

focal point– The laser beam must be in focus on the product in order to

generate an effective mark– Marking distance is an important piece of information in

integrating the laser into the customer production line– Linx offers a range of accessories: Beam Extension Units

(BEU) and Beam Turning Units (BTU) to work around production line constraints and make sure the laser beam is in focus on the product.

*Variable Focus – Twin Lens Assembly

WorkingDistance

CO2 lasers work in the infrared part of the electromagneticspectrum between 9 and 11µm.

LASER WAVELENGTHS

Radiowaves

Microwaves

InfraredLight Visible Spectrum UV

LightX

RaysGamma

Rays

25um

1mm

700nm

500nm

400nm

1nm

1pm

Wavelength

wavelength

wavelength

wavelength

10.6µmCO2 Laser Light

Linx lasers are available with a number of tube wavelength options:

SL102 AND SL302

• 10.6µm – Standard CO2 laser wavelength, suitable for mostapplications

• 9.3µm – Suitable for improved marking characteristics onPET. Has around 20% less power than an equivalent 10.6µmlaser tube.

SL302

• 10.2µm – Suitable for laminated cardboard or film coding applications

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ACCESSORY OPTIONS

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ENCODERSLinx standard 5v 2500ppr encoderwith 9-pin d-type connector.

SENSORSLinx standard range of trigger sensorswith 9-pin d-type connector.

Note:– A BEU is necessary if a side or up

shooting mount position is required for the SL102.

SAFETY GUARDING INTERLOCKSLinx recommends Ferrogard® non contact interlock switches utilisingmagnetic actuators and tamper proofhousings.

LASER FUME EXTRACTION• Linx recommends a Linx-Bofa AD

Oracle – includes pipe work and accessories

• Filters (Std. or PVC)

MOUNTING STANDLinx has developed a mounting systemwith X and Y axis movement thatcomes in three components:

• Vertical adjustment (floor mountable)

• Horizontal adjustment (requires vertical adjustment)

• T- Foot with lockable castors.

BEAM TURNING UNIT (BTU)200mm and 300mm Beam TurningUnit gives flexibility in adapting theLinx lasers to the customer productionline constraints.

OTHER ACCESSORIES• IP65 QuadMark Splitter Box:

enables to connect up to 4 lasersfrom a single LinxVision

• Air Curtain: designed to help prevent any contamination of theoutput lens

• Double Interlock Safety Module:enables to meet performance level dinstallation requirement accordingto EN-ISO 13849-1 or the safetycategory 3 according to the previousstandard EN 954-1

• Blower Unit: IP65 laser option requires a blower to provide cool air to the laser.

BEAM EXTENSION UNIT (BEU)100mm Beam Extension Unit enablesthe laser head to be turned and fixed atany angle (360°).

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GUIDE LINES TO ACHIEVE CLASS 1 WITH GUARDINGFor industrial production processes, a laser safety enclosure will need to be built around the marking point of the laser outputbeam. Safety guards prevent access to the laser beam and alsocontain accidental radiation caused by reflection. If the guard canbe opened an interlock switch will need to be incorporated into theinstallation. The enclosure will transform the Class 4 (IV) laser to Class 1(I) and can be safely used in a production environmentwithout personal eye protection.

Recommended construction:• 10mm polycarbonate sheet• Interlocked access door• Restrict access to marking area by operators• Restrict direct view of lens• Laser stop (ceramic tile) opposite lens.

LASER CLASSIFICATION

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Laser ClassIEC (CDRH)

1 (I)

Description Hazard potential

Class 1 (I) laser products are defined as safe in normal operationsunder reasonably foreseeable conditions, including direct viewing ofthe laser beam with optics that could concentrate the laser outputinto the eye. In addition to some intrinsically low power lasers andlaser products, Class1 (I) laser products also include embeddedproducts that totally enclose a higher class of laser, for example, CD players and most industrial laser processing machines.

No risk toeyes or skin

4 (IV) Class 4 (IV) laser products are defined as those for which direct exposure of the eye and skin is hazardous and scattered laser lightmay be hazardous to the eyes. Such lasers are also a fire hazard.

High risk toeyes or skin

If the coder is installed correctly and used according to the operating instructions, the system becomes a Class 1 (I) lasersystem. The coders contain Class 4 (IV) lasers, and the installationmust use the correct guards and interlocks to make a Class 1 (I)laser system. The system becomes a Class 4 (IV) laser systemduring any procedure that requires the removal of covers, guards or safety interlocks.

FIRST DIGIT: REFERS TO PROTECTION AGAINST SOLIDS

No protection

Protected against solid objectsover 50mm (e.g. accidental touchby the hand)

Protected against solid objectsover 12mm (e.g. accidental touchby the finger)

Protected against solid objectsover 2.5mm (e.g. tools, wires)

Protected against solid objectsover 1mm (e.g. small wires)

Protected against dust – limitedingress (no harmful deposit)

Totally protected against all dust.

For example (IP65):• Totally protected against all dust• Protected against low pressure

jets of water.

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IP RATINGS EXPLAINED

SECOND DIGIT: REFERS TOPROTECTION AGAINST LIQUIDS

No protection

Protected against water fallingvertical

Protected against direct spraysfrom up to 15 degrees from vertical

Protected against direct sprays up to 60 degrees from vertical

Protected against sprays from all directions. Limited ingress permitted

Protected against low pressure jets of water from all directions.Limited ingress permitted

Protected against strong jets ofwater. Limited ingress permitted.For example: acceptable for use on shipdecks.

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NOTES

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Parameter

Jump speed

Jump delay

Marking speed

Marking delay

Stroke delay

Marking intensity

Pulse frequency

On delay

Off delay

DEFAULT PARAMETER VALUES FOR SL102 AND SL302

SHC60 Marking Head

10000

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SHC100 Marking Head

SHC120 Marking Head

7000 7000

250 250

1000 1000

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SL102: 20000SL302: 20000

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