Pipeline-1 Scan Controller

Nutfield Technology’s Pipeline-1 USB scan controller coordinates any laser with a 2-axis or 3-axis galvo scanning system.   Hardware I/O can be configured to interact with other devices for handshaking and synchronizing functions, and can control motion devices such as XY tables and rotary stages.  Motion axes may be controlled via I/O or RS-232.

Vectors and commands are downloaded over the USB interface from the connected host system.  Execution is independent of the host computer allowing true real time control.  Jobs may be constructed and run from the WaveRunner GUI or by other user software through the Scan Card Interface option.

A Pipeline Scan Controller provides:

• Key switch with 5-second delay prior to setting the LASER ENABLE signal
• Connector ports that simplify the wiring process
• Scan head-to-controller cable
• Controller-to-laser cables for selected fiber lasers
• Fiber Laser Operating Logic

For advanced features such as stand-alone operation and Ethernet connectivity consider the Pipeline-2 controller.

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Key features of the Pipeline-1 Scan Controller:

• XY2-100 3-axis digital interface
• 6 opto-isolated outputs (5 – 24 V level)
• 6 opto-isolated inputs (5 – 24 V level)
• RS-232 port
• USB interface
• Internal power supply
• Differential encoder input for MOTF

Specifications for the Pipeline-1 Scan Controller:

•  1U rack mount enclosure
• Universal voltage power supply
• 5V and 24V I/O options

Nutfield’s Pipeline-1 Scan Controller allows for the following laser applications:

• Mark-on-the-Fly

Accessories available for the Pipeline-1 Scan Controller:

• IPG, SPI and other popular laser control cables

Documentation for the Pipeline-1 Scan Controller:

• Nutfield Tech’s Supplement to Pipeline Manual – Startup Procedure