HP 5517C Laser Head

The HP 5517C Laser Head, used in HP interferometer systems, offers a vacuum wavelength accuracy of +/- 0.1 ppm, 700 mm per second axis velocity for linear optics, and a standard beam diameter of 6 mm. The HP 5517C Option 003 provides a 3 mm beam diameter for use with the HP 10719A and HP 10721A differential interferometers. The HP 5517C Option 009 allows a larger angular range of measurement by providing a 9 mm beam diameter for use with the HP 10735A and HP 10736A three-axis interferometers. The laser head uses a proven long-life laser tube with a demonstrated Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of greater than 50,000 hours of operation.

The HP 5517C is configured with appropriate optics and system electronics to build a laser interferometer system that meets the unique physical layout and measurement requirements of individual applications. The custom positioning system improves product quality, increases yields, and facilitates manufacture of precision products.

[ Features ]

Helium-neon, continuous wave, two-frequency laser
Fast warm-up (typically five minutes)
Compact package adds configuration versatility
Industry-leading reliability

[ Specifications ]

Physical Characteristics
Weight: 3.4 kg (7.5 lb)
Warm-Up Time: Less than 10 minutes (5 minutes typical)
Magnetic Field Strength (Non-operating): Does not exceed 5.25 milli-Gauss at 
	a distance of 4.6 m (15 ft) from any point on the surface of the packaged 
	Laser Head.
Clearance required for cabling: 10.2 cm (4.0 in) beyond back of unit




Power
Power Requirements:
	+15V +/- 0.3V at 2.2A maximum
	-15V +/- 0.3V at 0.02A maximum
Heat Dissipation (nominal):
	Warm-up:	35W
	Operation:	23W




Laser Characteristics
Type: Helium-Neon, Continuous Wave, Two-Frequency
Maximum Beam Power Output: 1 mW
Std. Beam Diamter: 6 mm (0.25 in) typical
HP 5517C Opt 003: 3 mm (0.125 in)
HP 5517CF Opt 009: 9 mm (0.375 in)
Vacuum Wavelength Accuracy (3 sigma, lifetime): +/-0.1 ppm (+/-0.02 ppm with 
	factory calibration to MIL-STD 45663) Wavelenght Accuracy includes lifetime 
	stability effect.
Nominal Vacuum Wavelength: 632.991354 nm
Vacuum Wavelength Stability: 
	+/-0.002 ppm typical:	1 hour
	+/-0.02 ppm typical:	Lifetime




Safety Classification
Class 2 Laser Product congforming to U.S. Nation Center for Devices and Radiological
Health Regulations 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11.




Reference Frequency
2.4-3.0 MHz

[ Ordering ]

HP 5517C Laser Head Opt 003 3 mm beam Opt 009 9 mm beam Opt 030 Replace Standard Feet with 3 Electrically-Insulated Feet Opt 0BN Add operation and service manual Opt 1BN MIL-STD 45662A Calibration Opt 1BP MIL-STD 45662A Calibration with Test Data Opt AV4 User's manual Opt UK6 ISO 9001/2 Commercial Calibration Certification with Test Data Opt W50 5-Year Return Repair Service

The HP 5517C can be used in a variety of laser-interferometer
positioning systems, including the HP PC-compatible and VMEbus
compatible systems.

The HP 5517C Option 003 (3 mm beam diameter) can be used with the HP
10719A one-axis and HP 10721A two-axis differential interferometers.

The HP 5517C Option 009 (9 mm beam diameter) can be used with the HP
10735A and HP 10736A three-axis interferometers.

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