Vue-HC Series – High Current Controllers

Applications:

  • Materials processing
  • Medical systems

Benefits:

  • Complete system solution
  • Ease of integration
  • Improve time to market
  • Advanced safety monitoring and control

 

 

 

 

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Embedded PCB only option

 

 

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WinVue Graphical User Interface

 

 

 

The Vue-HC series of high current drivers from VueMetrix are the first controllers to offer the performance of a bench top scientific controller with the size and attributes of an OEM controller. These units are available as complete systems for stand-alone operation or in PCB options for embedding into another instrument. With advanced control and monitoring functions and diode safety features like soft start circuitry and user settable limits for temperature and current, the Vue-series controllers are more than a power supply.

The unique design combines onboard intelligence and firmware with a powerful user interface software package. WinVue software transforms the OEM controller into a bench top lab controller and allows the user to do more than just control the laser diode. Software tools like data logging with one click data export, power calibration, user settable power and current limits, and the ability to visualize all control settings and inputs helps shorten the product development cycle. In addition the computer control allows you to lower manufacturing cost by automating routine setup.

When it’s time to incorporate the Vue-HC series driver into your application, all of the functions of the user interface software are available through a complete library of RS-232 commands. As an embedded controller the Vue-HC series is always monitoring the safety and status of the laser diode and safety interlocks. When it senses a fault condition it will safely shut down to protect your laser diode investment. Or use the Vue-HC sereies controllers as the main system controller and take advantage of the programmable auto-start macros.

VueMetrix specializes in laser diode control systems – allowing us to design the electronics and freeing you to do what you do best, design the optical system. Our experienced team of hardware and software designers can supply you with cost effective, state of the art controllers. Talk to us about how VueMetrix controllers can give your product a significant edge.

Features:

• 2.5V 100A, 5V 50A, and 5V 70A versions
• WinVue user interface software
• CW and pulsed versions
 • Stand-alone or embedded solutions
• Inputs for power and temperature monitoring

Specifications

 
Vue-HC-550
Vue-HC-2100
Vue-HCV
  Ouput  
Output Current
50A
100A
70A
Output Current Resolution
0.10%
Noise/ripple
0.50%
0.50%
0.20% RMS
Compliance Voltage @ Max. Current
5.0 V at output
2.5 V at output
5.0 V at output
Laser Voltage Measurement Range
0-7.5 V
Laser Voltage Measurement Resolution
0.03%
Laser Voltage Measurement Accuracy
2%
  Monitor Inputs      
Light-loop Input Signal Range
0-5 mA
0-2 mA or 0-2,5 V. factory settable
Light-loop Input Signal Resolution
0.03% FS
Light-loop Input Signal Accuracy
User calibrated using software interface
Temperature Sensor (not included)
NTC 10KΩ
Temperature Resolution
0.03oC, typical
Temperature Accuracy
User calibrated
  Pulsed Operation
Vue-HC-550
Vue-HC-2100
Vue-HCV
Pulse Rate (internal control)
CW Only
CW Only
1 kHz, max.
Rise Time
n/a
n/a
170 usec, nominal
Pulse Width
n/a
n/a
User settable
External Trigger
n/a
n/a
TTL, edge trigger
External Bias Control
n/a
n/a
0-2.5 V
  Connectors      
Data
RS-232, DB-9
RS-232, DB-9 or USB-B
External Trigger and Bias Control
n/a
SMB
Output
DB37 female, mixed pin
Optional Output Cable, 1 Meter
DB37 male, one end only
  General      
Input Power
90-264 VAC
Frequency
47-67 Hz
Current
<6 amp at 115 VAC
<8.6A max
Power Factor
0.95
Efficiency
80%
EMI
Designed to meet FCC-B
Operating Temperature
0°C to 40°C, non-condensing
Dimensions (HxWxD)
3.8”x6.3”x11.8”