Luna T-Ray 5000 TCU5611 Terahertz Control Unit, 80 ps Delay

Two-channel T-Ray 5600 terahertz control unit with 80 ps delay, 12 mm measurement range and measurement rates up to 1,000 Hz.

Bandwidth: 1.5 GHz to 5 THz
Dynamic Range: 90 dB
Delay: 80 ps
Spot Diameter: Nominal 2 mm

Datasheet

Overview

The TCU5611 is a member of the Luna T-Ray 5600 (TCU56xx) family of terahertz control units within the T-Ray 5000 platform. The control unit delivers precisely controlled optical signals to T-Gauge sensor heads, enabling them to generate and receive terahertz signals. The processed waveforms allow multiple measurements to be made simultaneously with a single sensor head.

The TCU56xx comes standard with two channels and is offered in several delay configurations covering different measurement ranges. The TCU5611 is the 80 ps delay configuration, providing a 12 mm measurement range and measurement rates of up to 1,000 Hz, which suits high-speed measurement of moving samples for online process monitoring and control.

The T-Ray 5600 generation features redesigned optical subsystems and updated electronics intended to improve reliability, maintainability and performance. Typical uses include thickness measurement of single-layer and multi-layer materials and coatings, multi-point measurement of extruded shapes, and density and basis weight measurement.

Sensors, software and integration

The unit works with a range of gauges and sensors connected through umbilical cabling and connection interfaces. T-Ray Server Software converts terahertz signals into measurement data in engineering units. Multiple communication protocols and I/O options support integration with industrial automation and robotics.

Key Features

Ultra high speed measurements of moving samples for online process monitoring
High precision thickness measurements of single and multi-layer material structures
Dual optical channels for multiple simultaneous measurements in either reflection or transmission
Powerful and user-friendly application oriented software platform
Fiber coupled sensor allows product scanning via high flex umbilical cable
Simple user interface with independent measurement recipes
Abundance of communication protocols and I/O options
Provides measurement data in engineering units
Easy integration with industrial automation and robotics

Specifications

Measurement Performance

Bandwidth	1.5 GHz to 5 THz Depends on sensor type and measurement time; measured with EPG sensor type over 60 second measurement time
Dynamic Range	90 dB Varies by sensor type; measured with EPG sensor type over 60 second measurement time
Delay TCU5611	80 ps
Spot Diameter	Nominal 2 mm
Working Distance	1, 3, and 6 inches
Measurement Range TCU5611	12 mm
Measurement Precision	< 1 µm
Measurement Rate TCU5611	Up to 1,000 Hz
Minimum Thickness	15 µm Depends on sensor type and measurement time; measured with EPG sensor type over 60 second measurement time

Data Storage / Communication Interfaces

Communication Interfaces	2 x Ethernet TCP/IP, 4 x USB
Communication Protocols	XML over Ethernet, TCP / IP
Programmable Inputs / Outputs	Digital I/O, 24 V
External Inputs	6 Encoder Inputs [A/B/Z or Step and Direction]
Storage	128 GB Internal SSD, Optional External HD Optional external hard drive may be purchased separately and connected via designated communications interface

Mechanical Data

Dimension (H x W x D)	17.5 x 21.5 x 7.5 inches / 44.5 x 54.6 x 19 cm
Weight	40 lbs / 18.2 kg

Electrical Data

Power Consumption	400 Watts
Input Voltage	110/120 VAC; 50/60 Hz

Environmental Data

Storage Temperature	0-40ᴼC
Operating Temperature	0-40ᴼC
Relative Humidity	20-90% non-condensing

Conformance to Standards

Safety	UL 61010-1 / CE; IEC 6825 Laser Class 3R
Electromagnetic Compatibility	FCC Part 18; RSS-210/RSS Gen-210; EN 61326-1; EN 305 550-2
Hazardous Substances	RoHS directive 2011/65/EC, WEEE directive 2002/96/EC
FCC	Designed to conform with Part 18

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

Thickness measurement during coating application processes
Thickness measurement of single-layer and multi-layer materials and coatings
Multi-point measurements of extruded tubing and shapes (OD, ID, concentricity, ovality)
Top and bottom balance of steel and textile cord tire ply
Density and basis weight measurements
Online process monitoring and control of moving samples