Versatile Module
A Global Laser Brand
The VM (Versatile Module) from Imatronic provides a high quality and cost eect OEM solution
to a wide range of applications including Machine Vision, Inspection, Alignment and
Positioning.
The module is a compact 11mm diameter and features output powers of 1 & 3 mW in both 650
& 635nm with the benet of an isolated housing and reverse polarity protection as standard. An
A/R coated user adjustable collimating lens produces an elliptical output beam which can be
focussed to produce ne spots. A TTL enable input is also included as standard which allow the
user to switch the laser on and o with a TTL logic level signal.
Further versatility is provided by the wide range of external optics available which simply screws
into the end of the laser module, allowing the user to quickly and eciently switch from one
projection to another. The range includes Homogeneous lines and cross’s and diractive
patterns.
A optional heavy duty clamp (HDC) allows the user to secure the laser and has parallel and
vertical adjustment which allows the user to aim the laser in any required direction or angle.
The robust aluminium construction also assists in conducting
heat away from the laser body as well as preventing
movement due to shock and vibration. The base
plate of the HDC has a series of threaded holes
to allow the HDC to be securely fastened
to stable surfaces.
The Versatile Module
Product Specication
Imatronic Part Number 5002-47 5002-48 5002-45 5002-46
Model VM 650nm, 1mW VM 650nm, 3mW VM 635nm, 1mW VM 635nm, 3mW
Output Power (mW) 0.9 30.9 3
Wavelength (nm) 650 650 635 635
Laser Class 2 3R 2 3R
Operating Voltage (Vdc) 3.5 to 5.0
Operating Current (mA) 20-35 30-50
Operating Case Temperature (°C) -10 to +45
Storage Temperature (°C) -10 to +80
Beam Size At Aperture (mm) 3 by 1
Beam Divergence (mrad) <0.5
Bore Sighting (mrad) ≤10
User Adjustable Focus Yes
MTTF at 25°C (Hours) >100,000 >29,000
Power Stability Over Temperature Range (Typ) 6%
Mass (g) 8
Dimensions (mm) Ø11 x 37
Housings Anodised Aluminum
Isolated Body Yes
Lead Length (mm) 230
Connector Type Flying Leads
Input Leads
Red Lead +Ve
Black Lead 0V
Blue Lead TTL Enable
Frequency Range (Khz) ≤1
Typical Rise & Fall Time (µs) 1
NOTES
All specications are typical @ 25°C
Specications
Modulation
A common requirement for applications which use photo detectors, cameras and other non-
visual sensing is the ability to rapidly switch the laser output ON and OFF. Simply applying and
removing the supply voltage is rarely satisfactory and in certain cases can result in the
destruction of the module. This is because laser diodes are very sensitive to spikes and surges,
which are often the result of uncontrolled supply switching. To overcome this limitation, the
VM is supplied with an additional inputs via a third input wire that controls the output of the
laser module in a reliable and predictable way.
TTL Enable Input
Some applications require a simple, slow speed ON/OFF switching. The VM eliminates the
requirement to provide an external switching device by providing a logic compatible enable
input, capable of operating from low power logic and micro-processors. In this OFF condition,
the module draws virtually no current and no light is emitted. Bandwidth is typically ≤1Khz. If
not using this function connect the lead to supply or the laser will not switch on.
Optional Projection Lenses
A range of projection lens which convert the beam into a pattern are also available for the VM.
The Interchangeable line and cross lens assembly’s consists of a moulded acrylic multi-rod lens
element . The lens produces a cross/line with an intensity distribution is gaussian in the width
and homogeneous in the line. The homogeneous line produces a line with high uniformity at
shorter working distances, however due to the eects of divergence the uniformity levels will
decrease over longer working distance. The Grid lens assembly consists of a diractive optical
element (DOE) lens. The lens produces a 4 x 4 grid pattern with typical full fan angle of 4.57
degree and the intensity distribution is Gaussian in the width and homogeneous in the line. The
distance between each line in the grid pattern in typical 1.18 degrees The DOE produces a
pattern with high uniformity at shorter working distances, however due to the eects of
divergence the uniformity levels will decrease over longer working distance. The lens assembly
to simply screw into the VM and converts the output beam into the listed pattern .
Product Specication
Imatronic Part Number 1125-227 1125-225 1125-228 1125 -226 1125-229
Model
Interchangeable
Line Lens Optic
33°
Interchangeable
Line Lens Optic
60°
Interchangeable
Line Lens Optic
105°
Interchangeable
Cross Lens Optic
60°
Interchangeable
4x4 Grid Optic
4.57°
Projection Line Cross 4 x 4 Grid
Typical Fan Angle (°) 33 60 100 60 4.57
Interbeam Angle (°) N/A 1.18
Our Lasers are compliant to IEC 60825-1 2007 standards. The lasers will fall within one of the
following classications depending on power, wavelength and fan angle. An example of the
labels supplied with the units are shown below.
Laser Safety
Class 2 Laser Label Class 3R Laser Label
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IEC 60825-1:2007
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
<1mW CW 400-695nm
Product Description & Name
Product Code
Serial Number
Product Description & Name
Product Code
Serial Number
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IEC 60825-1:2007
LASER RADIATION
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT
<5mW CW 400-695nm
Product Description & Name
Product Code
Serial Number
Product Description & Name
Product Code
Serial Number
Mechanical Drawings
Drawings not to scale
VM Outline
VM Fitted With External Optic
37.00
4.55
4.60
Ø10.70
Ø10.75
Ø11.00
Ø10.95
37.00
Ø11.00
Ø10.95
Ø10.70
Ø10.75
Please note: Imatronic reserve the right to change descriptions and
specications without notice.
T: +44 (0)1495 212213
F:+44 (0)1495 214004
E: sales@globallasertech.com
www.globallasertech.com
Global Laser Ltd, Cwmtillery Industrial Estate
Abertillery. Gwent NP13 1LZ UK
Quality & Warranty
The VM is supplied with a 12 month parts and labour warranty. Our manufacturing operations
are certied to ISO9001.
ISO9001 Certied
9025-05-058 Rev 1
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