Diamond C-55 Series

Low Power CO2 OEM Lasers

for Marking and Engraving Applications
Diamond C-55 Series Features:

The Coherent C-55 CO2 laser provides 55 Watts of power with best-in-class reli- • Superior beam quality, power
ability and package size, making it the OEM laser of choice for high volume laser stability and reliability
marking and engraving systems. This production-ready, easy-to-integrate laser
• Industry leading compact size
system enables high quality laser marking with low maintenance and operating with integrated RF power supply
costs. The C-55 is ideal for laser processing of many materials, including paper,
plastics, wood, rubber, leather, cloth and more. • Versatile power range and
frequency control (CW or PWM)
The C-55 is part of the Coherent C-Series family of products which offer a full • High quality laser processing on
range of power levels – from 20W to 70W. Based on a sealed waveguide and a wide range of materials
integrated RF power supply design, the C-55 boasts outstanding production-
proven reliability, while delivering superior beam quality and power stability • Available in multiple wavelengths
(9.3 µm to 10.6 µm) and cooling
in a compact, flexible and integrated package. The modular platform design pro-
configurations (air or liquid)
vides cost-effective optimization of operating wavelength (from 9.3 to 10.6 µm)
and cooling configuration (air/liquid), enabling rapid adaptability to changing
applications and market needs. Diamond C-55 Series Applications:

• Marking

• Engraving

• Cutting

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Superior Reliability & Performance

Diamond C-55 Series
Low Power CO2 OEM Lasers for Marking and Engraving Applications

System Specifications1 C-55A (9.3 μm) C-55A C-55L (9.3 μm) C-55L

Wavelength (μm) 9.24 to 9.35 10.55 to 10.63 9.24 to 9.35 10.55 to 10.63
Optical Output Power1 (W) 40 55 40 55
Power Stability2 (%) ±5 ±3
Mode Quality (M2) <1.2
Beam Size (mm) 1.8 ±0.2
Beam Divergence (mrad, full angle) 7.5 ±0.5
Polarization >100 to 1 (fixed linear, parallel to width dimension)
Operating Frequency and Duty Cycle 0 to 25 kHz, 0 to 100% DC

Configuration and Facility Requirements

Weight 10.0 kg (22.0 lbs.) 9.5 kg (21.0 lbs.)

Dimensions (L x W x H) 538 x 92.5 x 154.5 mm (21.2 x 3.64 x 6.08 in.) 579.6 x 92.5 x 104.1 mm (22.82 x 3.64 x 4.1 in.)3
Input Power4 48 VDC, 20A
Cooling Air Liquid
Heat Dissipation (W) <1200
Maximum Case Temperature <60°C (140°F)
Operating Environment
Temperature 5 to 40°C (41 to 113°F)
Altitude <2000 m (6500 ft.)
Humidity Non-condensing
Shipping/Storage Environment -10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F), non-condensing
Coolant Distilled water with 25 to 35% Dow Frost*
Coolant Flow Rate >3.8 lpm (1.0 gpm)
Maximum Coolant Pressure 7 kg/cm2 (100 psig)
Max. Pressure Differential (at 1.0 gpm) 3.2 bar (46 psig)
Coolant Temperature 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F)
1
Power measured at 25°C and derated by 1%/C for higher laser head temperatures.
2
Power stability based on ±(Pmax - Pmin)/(2*Pmax) average power measurement at constant duty cycle after 10-minute warm-up at operating condition.
3
The overall height dimension is taller for the Dual Chillplate version of this item.
4
Optional fans add 1A.
* Dow Frost is a trademark of the Dow Chemical Company.

Mechanical Specifications Top View

23.4 mm
(0.9 in.)
C-55L Laser Head

38.2 mm
537.1 mm (21.2 in.)
(1.5 in.)

Front
575.3 mm (22.6 in.)

View Coolant Return Control

476 mm (18.7 in.) Ø 6mm OD Connector,
RJ45
14.2 mm 64 mm DC Power
(0.6 in.) (2.5 in.) 30.6 mm 12.5 mm 12.5 mm Connector
(1.2 in.) (0.5 in.) (0.5 in.) Grounding Post

4X M4
15.2 mm
102.4 mm (0.6 in.)
(4.0 in.) Beam Output

40.6 mm Beam 40 mm
Output
(1.6 in.) 7.9 mm 20 mm (1.6 in.)
(0.3 in.) (0.8 in.)
29.1 ±0.51 mm
(1.15 ±0.02 in.) 17.7 mm
(0.7 in.)
10X M4
11.4 mm (0.5 in.) Coolant Supply
20.6 mm
Both Sides 63.6 mm Ø 6mm OD
(0.8 in.) 486.3 mm (19.1 in.)
27.18 ±0.51 mm (2.5 in.)
(1.07 ±0.02 in.)
Rear
92.5 mm (3.6 in.)
Side View View
Diamond C-55 Series
Low Power CO2 OEM Lasers for Marking and Engraving Applications

Mechanical Specifications

C-55A Laser Head Top View

537.1 mm (21.2 in.)

Front
View 486.3 mm (19.2 in.)

14.2 mm 64 mm 476 mm (18.7 in.) Control Connector, RJ45

(0.6 in.) (2.5 in.) 30.6 mm 12.5 mm
(1.2 in.) (0.5 in.) Side View 12.5 mm
(0.5 in.)
DC Power Connector
Grounding Post

4X M4
15.2 mm 83.4 mm
(0.6 in.) (3.3 in.)
Beam
Out Beam
40.6 mm 40 mm
Out
(1.6 in.) 7.9 mm 20 mm (1.6 in.)
(0.3 in.) 19.56 ±0.51 mm (0.8 in.)
154.5 mm (0.77 ±0.02 in.)
(6.1 in.) 10X M4
Cooling Cooling 11.4 mm (0.5 in.) 8.2 mm
Air Out Air Out Both Ends (0.3 in.)
153 mm
(6.0 in.) 71.1 mm
27.18 ±0.51 mm
(2.8 in.)
(1.07 ±0.02 in.)

Cooling Air In 492.5 mm (19.4 in.) Rear

83.7 mm (3.3 in.) View
92.5 mm (3.6 in.)

Bottom View

Coherent, Inc. guarantees that the output power of the C-55 Series will exceed the rated power for a period of
24 months, independent of the actual operating time. Coherent, Inc. also warrants to the original purchaser
for a period of 24 months from the date of delivery that the C-55 Series is free from defects in material and
workmanship. The warranty does not apply to any unit damaged by accident, abuse or operation in a manner
inconsistent with the procedures and specifications outlined in the manual supplied with the laser.

www.Coherent.com The C-55 Series is a laser component that does not include all safety features as required by the FDA and the
Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH). It is sold solely to qualified manufacturers who in their
end product will supply all interlocks and indicators, and will comply fully with CDRH regulations and/or local
regulatory agencies.

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