PASCO OS-9102C User Manual

Instruction Manual for
the PASCO scientific
Model OS-9102C

INCANDESCENT LIGHT SOURCE

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INCANDESCENT LIGHT SOURCE

Description

The PASCO Scientific Incandescent Light Source, OS­9102C is intended to be used by students in an educational
environment to perform experiments in basic optics.

The Incandescent Light Source produces a light output of
approximately 15 candle power in the visible spectrum. It
is powered by a very stable, well-regulated power supply
that ensures the light source output will not drift in
intensity. The output is bright enough and stable enough to
perform demanding experiments such as investigations into
Young's coherence.

The Incandescent Light Source mounts magnetically to the
PASCO Introductory and Advanced Optics System's optical
benches. A knob is provided on the top of the unit to adjust
the filament position of the lamp.

10101 Foothills Blvd. • P.O. Box 619011 • Roseville, CA 95678-9011 USA

Phone [phone] • FAX [phone] • email: [e-mail]

Operating Instructions

1. Place the light source on the optical bench with its
steel pads on the bottom touching the magnetic strips
on the bench, and its back edge pressed up against the
alignment rail of the optical bench. To minimize
bending of the optical bench, it is advisable to place
the light source near one end of the bench.

2. Connect the light source to the 12 VDC, 2.5 A power
supply provided. Connect the AC line cord to the
power supply and to an appropriate power source.

3. When necessary, adjust the large knob on top of the
light source to align the bulb filament along the optical
axis of the optical bench. The bulb filament will move
in the same direction that the knob is turned.

4. Mount filters, apertures, variable diaphragms, etc. on
the magnetic surface of the front panel.

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Replacement of bulbs

1. Turn light source switch to OFF and disconnect the
power cord.

2. Remove the four screws from the front panel (the panel
with the 22 mm diameter hole in its center).

3. Gently push the bulb back against the socket, turn the
bulb counter-clockwise, and remove the bulb. (The
bulb has a standard “twist to lock” type bayonet
socket.)

4. A new #93 bulb is inserted by reversing the operation
in step 3.

Note: When replacing the front panel, make
certain that the bottom edge of the panel does not
hang below the bottom surface of the light source.
If the bottom edge of the panel does hangs below
the bottom surface, it will hinder the steel pads
from making proper contact with the optical
bench.

Figure 1 Spectral Output

Troubleshooting

If the bulb fails to light: The most common cause for this
situation is a burned-out bulb. Remove the bulb, and check
to see if the filament is broken.

Note: A filament may not appear broken to the
unaided eye. Therefore, it is recommended that in
case of doubt, check filament continuity with an
ohmmeter.

If the product is under warranty, or repairs by PASCO
scientific are desired, please refer to the Equipment Return
section in this manual. If you desire to perform repairs,
necessary technical data is provided.

Caution:

Light Source Specifications

Output: Approximately 15 candle power

For spectral output see Figure 1.

Filament temperature: 2700 °K
Bulb: #93 operated at 12 V , 1.1 A, lifespan

approximately 700 hours

Regulation: Maximum light output change is <1%.
Distance from filament to front panel light opening:

approximately 22 mm

Power Supply Specifications

Input: 100-250 V~

47-63 Hz

0.9 A maximum

Output: 12 V

2.5 A maximum

Note: Power supply is short circuit protected.

The lamp generates considerable heat, and after
continuous operation the light source housing will
become warm to the touch.

It is recommended, therefore, that you turn on the
light source only when setting up and for the
duration of the experiment.

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Copyright, Warranty , and Equipment Return

Please—Feel free to duplicate this
instruction manual subject to the copy­right restrictions below.

Copyright Notice

The PASCO scientific 012-07133A instruction manual
is copyrighted and all rights reserved. However,
permission is granted to non-profit educational
institutions for reproduction of any part of the Cou­lomb Balance manual providing the reproductions are
used only for their laboratories and are not sold for
profit.
Reproduction under any other circumstances, without
the written consent of PASCO scientific, is prohibited.

Limited Warranty

PASCO scientific warrants the product to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
one year from the date of shipment to the customer.
PASCO will repair or replace at its option any part of
the product which is deemed to be defective in
material or
workmanship. The warranty does not cover damage to
the product caused by abuse or improper use.
Determination of whether a product failure is the result
of a manufacturing defect or improper use by the
customer shall be made solely by PASCO scientific.
Responsibility for the return of equipment for
warranty repair belongs to the customer. Equipment
must be properly packed to prevent damage and
shipped postage or freight prepaid. (Damage caused by
improper packing of the equipment for return shipment
will not be covered by the warranty.) Shipping costs
for returning the equipment after repair will be paid by
PASCO scientific.

Equipment Return

Should the product have to be returned to PASCO
scientific for any reason, notify PASCO scientific by
letter, phone, or fax BEFORE returning the product.
Upon notification, the return authorization and ship­ping instructions will be promptly issued.

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NOTE: NO EQUIPMENT WILL BE

ACCEPTED FOR RETURN WITHOUT AN
AUTHORIZATION FROM PASCO.

When returning equipment for repair, the units must
be packed properly. Carriers will not accept responsi­bility for damage caused by improper packing. To be
certain the unit will not be damaged in shipment,
observe the
following rules:

➀ The packing carton must be strong enough for the

item shipped.

➁ Make certain there are at least two inches of

packing material between any point on the appara­tus and the inside walls of the carton.

➂ Make certain that the packing material cannot shift

in the box or become compressed allowing the
instrument come in contact with the packing
carton.

Address: PASCO scientific

10101 Foothills Blvd.
P.O. Box 619011

Roseville, CA 95747-7100
Phone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
email: [e-mail]
web: www.pasco.com

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Feedback

If you have any comments about the product or manual,
please let us know. If you have any
suggestions on alternate experiments or find a
problem in the manual, please tell us. PASCO
appreciates any customer feedback. Your input helps us
evaluate and improve our product.

To Reach PASCO

For technical support, call us at 1-800-772-8700
(toll-free within the U.S.) or [phone].

fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
web: www.pasco.com

Contacting Technical Support

Before you call the PASCO Technical Support staff, it
would be helpful to prepare the following
information:

➤ If your problem is with the PASCO apparatus, note:

- Title and model number (usually listed on the
label);

- Approximate age of apparatus;

 A detailed description of the problem/sequence of

events (in case you can’t call PASCO right away,
you won’t lose valuable data);

 If possible, have the apparatus within reach when

calling to facilitate description of
individual parts.

➤ If your problem relates to the instruction manual,

note:

- Part number and revision (listed by month and
year on the front cover);

- Have the manual at hand to discuss your
questions.

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