How to convert your Laser machine to a Wattage Laser Tube between 80, 100 and 130 watts of Power - What all you will need
Preface:
This Article covers what all you would need to convert a given machine to a different wattage laser tube. Note that the mounting of the power supplies will require you to drill and tap holes as the replacements are generally larger. After you replace the tube, you will also need to align the tube and your mirrors. This guide is not a STEP BY STEP how to, it is just an overview of parts and reference material.
Articles to reference:
How to replace the Nova series DC tubes
How to improve engraving quality in the scan mode of X-swing
Things to Consider:
Note: When you do this conversion, please be explicit when seeking support as your machine will no longer be standard or match the original "As Shipped" state so when it comes to replacement parts and troubleshooting, it would be good for the support team to be informed.
You may need to redo your scanning offsets for the new tube, align the new tube, update your material library etc. Higher wattage tubes also have higher minimum power output limits. As you change your tube, you will need more distilled water, so it would be good to also grab 2 more gallons of water.
For the quote on the parts you need , please email to tech@thunderlaser.com along with the plan you want to replace and your country.
Note that in order to convert your 80 watt to a 100 or 130 watt, you will need to add an extension to the machine which will require more space, an additional 40cm of clearance is required.
Note that in order to convert your 80 watt to a 100 or 130 watt, you will need to add an extension to the machine which will require more space, an additional 40cm of clearance is required.
Nova 35-80 to 100 watt:
Parts you need:
100 Watt tube (see article above about sourcing a tube)
Tube Extension Box for Nova 35
Nova 35-80 to 130 watt:
Parts you need:
130 Watt tube (see article above about sourcing a tube)
Tube Extension Box for Nova 35
MYJG150 watt Laser Power Supply
CW5200 Chiller
Nova 35-100 to 130 watt:
Parts you need:
130 Watt tube (see article above about sourcing a tube)
MYJG150 watt Laser Power Supply
CW5200 Chiller
Nova 51-100 to 130 watt:
Parts you need:
130 Watt tube (see article above about sourcing a tube)
MYJG150 watt Laser Power Supply
CW5200 Chiller
Nova 63-100 to 130 watt:
Parts you need:
130 Watt tube (see article above about sourcing a tube)
MYJG150 watt Laser Power Supply
CW5200 Chiller
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