Newport Oriel LCS-100 User Manual
Oriel
®
TM
Small Area Sol1A
LCS-100
APEX Illuminators
1M-66450
94011A
94011A-ES
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User's Manual
M94011A Rev: April 2018
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 4
1
2 SAFETY .................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 UV AND VISIBLE RADIATION ..................................................................................................... 6
2.2 LAMP EXPLOSION ...................................................................................................................... 6
2.3 OZONE ......................................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 ELECTRICAL SHOCK .................................................................................................................. 7
2.5 EMI ................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.6 HEAT ............................................................................................................................................ 8
2.7 GENERAL WARNINGS ................................................................................................................ 8
2.8 GENERAL CAUTIONS ................................................................................................................. 9
2.9 WARNING SYMBOLS .................................................................................................................. 9
3 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING THE SYSTEM ............................................................................... 12
3.1 MODEL 75 HEAVY DUTY MOUNTING ROD ............................................................................. 12
3.2 POST CLAMP AND ANGLE BRACKET ..................................................................................... 13
3.3 ANGLE BRACKET MOUNTING TO BOTTOM OF LCS-100TM ................................................... 13
3.4 ROD ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................................ 14
4 FILTER INSTALLATION / REPLACEMENT ......................................................................................... 15
5 LAMP INSTALLATION / REPLACEMENT ........................................................................................... 17
5.1 ARC LAMPS ............................................................................................................................... 17
6 OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................... 21
6.1 FUSE CHANGE FOR 220VAC ................................................................................................... 21
6.2 MOUNTING OPTIONS ............................................................................................................... 22
6.3 LAMP START ............................................................................................................................. 23
6.4 SHUTTER ................................................................................................................................... 24
6.5 IRRADIANCE ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................................... 25
7 TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................... 26
8 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................ 27
9 WARRANTY & SERVICE ..................................................................................................................... 30
CONTACTING ORIEL® INSTRUMENTS ........................................................................................ 30
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE / SERVICE ...................................................................................... 30
REPAIR SERVICE ............................................................................................................................ 31
NON-WARRANTY REPAIR .............................................................................................................. 31
WARRANTY REPAIR........................................................................................................................ 31
LOANER / DEMO MATERIAL ........................................................................................................... 32
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LIST OF TABLES
SPECIFICATIONS of LCS-100
Typical Output Power from LCS-100
TM
Solar Simulator ..................................................................................... 27
TM
Solar Simulator ............................................................................. 27
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: LCS-100TM Model 94011A shown with optional SA-12 Mount Plate............................................... 5
Figure 2: LCS-100TM Model 94011A-ES shown with optional SA-12 Mount Plate ........................................ 5
Figure 3: Model 75 Rod Mounting .............................................................................................................. 12
Figure 4: 90 Degree angle bracket to Post Clamp assembly ..................................................................... 13
Figure 5: 90 Degree angle bracket assembly to bottom of unit .................................................................. 13
Figure 6: Rod assembly ............................................................................................................................. 14
Figure 7: Filter retention thumbscrews ....................................................................................................... 15
Figure 8: Filter assembly insertion and removal ......................................................................................... 16
Figure 9: Filter assembly engagement ....................................................................................................... 16
Figure 10: Lamp cage retention cover and thumbscrew ............................................................................ 17
Figure 11: Lamp retaining clip and retaining posts ..................................................................................... 18
Figure 12: Lamp handling, insertion, and removal ..................................................................................... 18
Figure 13: Lamp seating ............................................................................................................................. 19
Figure 14: Lamp held while retaining clip engaged .................................................................................... 19
Figure 15: Lamp connector engagement ................................................................................................... 20
Figure 16: Lamp mounted properly in its cage ........................................................................................... 20
Figure 17: Fuse replacement ..................................................................................................................... 21
Figure 18: 94011A Dimensions .................................................................................................................. 22
Figure 19: 94011A-ES Dimensions ............................................................................................................ 23
Figure 20: Manual Shutter Knob ................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 21: Spectral output of LCS-100TM Solar Simulator with the AM1.5G filter ....................................... 28
Figure 22: Spectral output of LCS-100TM Solar Simulator with AM0 filter in place of AM1.5G filter ........... 28
Figure 23: Certification data from 94011A Solar Simulator showing the Class A spectral match .............. 29
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1 INTRODUCTION
The Oriel® LCS-100TM Small Area Sol1A Series is an integrated, compact, and easy to operate Solar
Simulator.
The Oriel
®
LCS-100TM consists of:
PN 603402: light source assembly containing
o Factory-preset power supply igniter
o Lamp housing with a pre-aligned lamp mount
o Fan assembly with adaptive speed control for stable output
o Safety interlocks and thermal cutout protection
PN 90045340: mounted optics containing
o Beam homogenizer
o 90 degree beam turner, for downward, upward, and side directing
PN 81088A-LCS: AM1.5G Filter (AM0 or AM Direct filter optional accessories)
PN 6252: 100W Ozone Free Xenon lamp with integral elliptical reflector
PN 75: Heavy Duty 14” Damped Rod for Working Distance adjustment, inch and metric mount
PN 370-RC: Post Clamp Assembly
PN 90056950: Oriel
®
1.5” Series flange at input of 90 degree beam turner
PN 90-11-042 & 90-11-049: hex wrenches: 1/16”, 3/16”, respectively
Certificate of Compliance to IEC and ASTM Standards ABB rating
All that is required is mounting the adjustable mounting rod, filter and lamp, plugging in the power cord,
switching on the source and adjusting the Irradiance at the working height.
LCS-100
TM
Series Solar Simulators
94011A
94011A-ES
LCS-100
LCS-100
TM
Solar Simulator, Manual Shutter only
TM
Solar Simulator, Manual and Motorized Safety Shutter
Accessories
6252
81011-LCS
81389-LCS
SA2-11 (M-SA2-11)
SA2-12 (M-SA2-12)
Replacement 100 W Xenon lamp assembly
2” Square AM0 Filter mounted in frame
2” Square AM Direct Filter mounted in frame
12” x 12” (300 x 300mm) Solid Aluminum Plate
24” x 12” (600 x 300mm) Solid Aluminum Plate
20-22-005
91150V
PVIV-1A
LEVELER 1/4-20 X 1 Length Leveling foot for use with Inch Plate, 4 required
Reference Cell and Meter System
1 Amp I-V Measurement SourceMeter, Software and Cables
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Figure 1: LCS-100
TM
Model 94011A shown with optional SA-12 Mount Plate
and (4) 20-22-005 Leveling Feet
Figure 2: LCS-100
TM
Model 94011A-ES shown with optional SA-12 Mount Plate
and (4) 20-22-005 Leveling Feet
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Oriel® LCS-100TM Small Area Sol1A
2 SAFETY
SUMMARY OF HAZARDS
The hazards encountered in the operation of these illuminator systems are:
Radiation
Lamp explosion
Ozone
Electrical shock
EMI
Heat
The interlock system is designed for your safety. Do not defeat the interlocks.
2.1 UV AND VISIBLE RADIATION
The high intensity UV and VIS radiation of the lamp can permanently damage the cornea, lens, and
retina of the eye, even causing blindness. This damage may not be immediately apparent. The deep UV
is absorbed in the cornea or eye fluids; focused UV, VIS, and NIR can damage the retina. Normal blink
reaction to visible light may not be adequate protection, and a beam of invisible UV or NIR (produced
by spectral filtering) can be most dangerous, as the blink response is not induced. UV radiation can
also cause painful sunburn, and with prolonged exposure, serious burns.
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Recommendations
1. Never look directly into the output beam from an arc lamp housing.
2. Do not look at the specular (mirror) reflection of the beam.
3. Always wear UV protective eyewear or facemask, and adequate protection for exposed areas of
skin.
2.2 LAMP EXPLOSION
When Xenon, Mercury and Mercury-Xenon arc lamps are cold, they are under several atmospheres of
pressure and may explode due to internal strains or physical abuse. When hot, all lamps are under a
pressure of many atmospheres and the possibility of violent explosion exists. Fingerprints and
other contaminants left on the lamp cause a deterioration of the envelope during operation and may
lead to lamp explosion.
Recommendations
1. Do not handle a bare arc lamp without safety goggles and adequate protection for exposed areas
of skin.
2. Wear gloves when handling a lamp. Do not touch the lamp envelope with your fingers.
3. Clean the lamp envelope thoroughly with alcohol or a dilute solution of detergent and water if it
comes in contact with skin.
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4. Attach a cover plate over the output port of any illuminator that will be used without the output
enclosed, before operation.
2.3 OZONE
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Shortwave ultraviolet radiation photolyses oxygen to produce ozone - O
concentrations of ozone can cause nasal dryness and a burning sensation in the throat, headaches,
nausea, and irritation of the mucous membranes.
A 150 W UV arc lamp can contribute more than 1 part ozone per million to the cooling air system.
This may be of little consequence in a well-ventilated area, but some people are very sensitive to
ozone and long term effects are not well documented. Noticeable symptoms for most people appear at
around 0.3 - 0.5 ppm.
Recommended maximum exposures are typically:
0.1 ppm for 8 hours exposure
2 ppm or a 2 hour exposure
Recommendations
1. Use an ozone free lamp unless you need the shortwave UV.
2. Vent the cooling air stream to atmosphere (with a low resistance vent path). Do not vent ozone
into a small, enclosed room.
3. Use an Oriel Ozone Eater
2.4 ELECTRICAL SHOCK
. Relatively low
3
TM
.
When the 94011A(-ES) is operated as intended, the interlock system and the package design
eliminate risk of electrical shock.
Be aware that a high transitory voltage is used to ignite the lamp and, before ignition, the lamp
terminals have a potential difference of up to 200 V. This voltage is dangerous. If there is any concern
about the interlock system, great care is required.
Recommendations
1. Disconnect the illuminator from the ac power mains before removing the cover or optics
assembly.
2. Keep personnel clear of all exposed terminals.
3. Make sure all connections are securely made and check the polarity before starting a lamp.
4. Do not handle lamp leads during lamp ignition.
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2.5 EMI
The 94011A(-ES) housing contains EMI (Electro Magnetic Interference) under normal operating
conditions. However, ignition of an arc lamp requires high voltage pulses to break the lamp down and
a high current dump (10’s of Amps discharge) to sustain the arc. Arc lamp ignition creates significant
electromagnetic energy. The high level of EMI integrity of the source contains most of this transient
energy, but additional earthing, careful cable routing, and EMI shielding may be necessary to protect
sensitive digital circuitry from these events.
Recommendations
1. Start the arc lamp before powering nearby computer systems.
2. Keep the computer at least 2 feet away from the ignitor/power supply.
3. Use a different outlet and line for the computer and ignitor/power supply.
2.6 HEAT
The lamps become very hot during operation, and may remain so for many minutes after being shut
off.
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Recommendations
1. The fan will remain On for 2 minutes after lamp turn off, after which the power cord can be
removed. Wait at least 10 minutes after turning off the lamp before removing the housing top
cover to access the lamp.
2. Approach the lamp as if it were hot under any circumstances.
3. Allow at least 2 inches of clearance near the fan opening and ventilation slots for adequate
cooling of the lamp and power supply.
2.7 GENERAL WARNINGS
Observe these general warnings when operating or servicing this equipment:
Heed all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.
Do not use this equipment in or near water.
This equipment is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord.
Route power cords and other cables so they are not likely to be damaged.
Disconnect power before cleaning the equipment. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners; use
only a damp lint-free cloth.
Lockout all electrical power sources before servicing the equipment.
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To avoid fire hazard, use only the specified fuse(s) with the correct type number, voltage and
current ratings as referenced in the appropriate locations in the service instructions or on the
equipment. Only qualified service personnel should replace fuses.
To avoid explosion, do not operate this equipment in an explosive atmosphere.
Qualified service personnel should perform safety checks after any service.
2.8 GENERAL CAUTIONS
Observe these cautions when operating or servicing this equipment:
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual, the protection provided by this
equipment may be impaired.
Do not block ventilation openings.
Do not position this product in such a manner that would make it difficult to disconnect the power
cord.
Use only the specified replacement parts.
Follow precautions for static sensitive devices when handling this equipment.
This product should only be powered as described in the manual.
Aside from the lamp and filter holder, there are no operator serviceable parts inside - arc lamp
maintenance is to be performed by a responsible body that has read, understands and follows the
precautions in this manual.
To prevent damage to the equipment, read the instructions in the equipment manual for proper
input voltage.
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2.9 WARNING SYMBOLS
The following terms and symbols are used in this documentation and also appear on the LCS-100
Small area Sol1A where safety-related issues occur.
General Warning or Caution
The Exclamation Symbol in the figure above appears in Warning and Caution content throughout
this document. This symbol designates a matter in which personal injury or damage to the
equipment is possible.
Electric Shock
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TM
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The Electrical Shock Symbol in the figure above appears throughout this manual. This symbol
indicates a hazard arising from dangerous voltage. Any mishandling could result in irreparable
damage to the equipment, and personal injury or death.
Caution, Hot Surface
The Caution, Hot Surface Symbol in the figure above appears on the 94011A(-ES) and throughout
this manual. This symbol indicates a burn hazard arising from elevated temperatures.
European Union CE Mark
The presence of the CE Mark on Newport Corporation equipment means that it has been
designed, tested and certified as complying with all applicable European Union (CE) regulations
and recommendations.
Alternating voltage symbol
This international symbol designates an alternating voltage or current.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of
with regular waste. Instead, it is the user responsibility to dispose of waste equipment according to
the local laws. The separate collection and recycling of the waste equipment at the time of
disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that
protects human health and the environment. For information about where the user can drop off the
waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local Newport Corporation representative.
Protective Conductor Terminal
The protective conductor terminal symbol in the above figure identifies the location of the bonding
terminal inside the unit, which is bonded to conductive accessible parts of the enclosure for safety
purposes.
ON
The ON symbol in the above figure indicates the ON position of the power switch, which is located
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