T-Ray 5600 TCU5613 Terahertz Control Unit (700 ps Delay)

Two-channel T-Ray 5600 terahertz control unit with 700 ps delay and 100 mm measurement range for industrial gauging.

Bandwidth: 1.5 GHz to 5 THz
Dynamic Range: 90 dB
Delay: 700 ps
Spot Diameter: Nominal 2 mm

Datasheet

Overview

The Luna TCU5613 is a member of the TCU56xx family, the T-Ray 5600 generation of the T-Ray 5000 terahertz platform. Its optical subsystems and electronics were redesigned to improve reliability, maintainability and performance. The TCU5613 is the 700 ps delay configuration of the family and covers a measurement range of 100 mm.

Measurement principle

The control unit delivers precisely controlled optical signals to T-Gauge sensor heads, which use them to generate and receive terahertz signals. The processed waveforms allow several measurements to be made at the same time with a single sensor head. The unit has two optical channels as standard, for simultaneous measurements in reflection or transmission.

Software and integration

The TCU56xx works with a range of gauges and sensors connected through robust cabling and connection interfaces. T-Ray Server Software converts terahertz signals into measurement data in engineering units. Several 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	700 ps
Spot Diameter	Nominal 2 mm
Working Distance	1, 3, and 6 inches
Measurement Range	100 mm
Measurement Precision	< 1 µm
Measurement Rate	Up to 100 Hz Datasheet value; the product web page lists Up to 1,000 Hz for TCU5613
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
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