T-Ray 5000 TCU54nm Dual Channel Terahertz Control Unit
Dual channel terahertz control unit that controls two terahertz sensors for multi-sensor applications, with processing at up to 1 kHz.
- Maximum measurement range
- 12, 25, 50 or 100 mm
- Measurement rate
- 100 and 1000 Hz
- A/D dynamic range
- 16 bit
Overview
The T-Ray® 5000 Dual Channel Control Unit (TCU54nm) has the same size, shape and weight as the single channel unit (TCU52nm), and it can control two terahertz sensors for multi-sensor applications. Luna has discontinued this product and lists the T-Ray® 5600 Terahertz Control Unit as its replacement.
The TCU54nm uses the same technology as the single channel unit. It monitors and controls all aspects of terahertz generation and detection, and it sends controlled optical signals to the terahertz transmitters and receivers or to the T-Gauge® Sensor Heads. The Control Unit processes measured data at a rate of up to 1 kHz. Several measurements can be made at the same time from the processed waveforms of a single sensor head.
The Control Unit and its accessories use robust connection points and interfaces suited to industrial environments. Industry-standard interface connections let the unit integrate with most QC systems, with experimental setups and with the T-Gauge® Sensor.
Key Features
- Two reflection sensors
- New lightweight umbilical
- High speed measurement
- Independent measurement recipes
- Simple user interface
- Single fiber to each head
- Thickness measurement of material opaque to THz
- Integrates with web scanners and robots
- Provides measurements in engineering units
- Does not require specialty monitor or keyboard
Specifications
| Maximum measurement range |
12, 25, 50 or 100 mm
Will vary with material measured
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| Measurement rate |
100 and 1000 Hz
Determined by measurement range
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| A/D dynamic range | 16 bit |
| External monitor connection | VGA |
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| USB ports | 4 |
| Ethernet ports |
3
2 independent IP addresses
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| Digital interface |
16
Inputs and outputs
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| Encoder inputs |
6
High speed
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| Operating temperature range |
0 - 50 °C
20 - 90% RH non-condensing
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| Current required |
< 4 Amps
110/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz self-sensing
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| Size (W x H x D) |
17.5 x 21.5 x 7.5 in
Minimum size
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| Weight | 18.2 kg |
| Certifications | Certified by Underwriters Laboratories, CE mark, compliant with FDA CDRH laser safety regulations, tested to meet FCC part 18 regulations |
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| Components | Terahertz Controller; Umbilical (5, 10, or 30 m); Online transceiver; Wall, shelf or rack mount; T-Ray® Server Basic and T-Gauge® Software |
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Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.
Applications
- Thickness monitoring
- Density measurement
- Non-destructive test (NDT) with terahertz
- Differential measurement as coatings or layers are applied
- OD and ID of large diameter pipe
- Four point measurement of small diameter tubing
- Top and bottom balance of steel cord tire ply
- Two point calender control
- Industrial process control
- Nondestructive materials inspection
- Converting applications
- Terahertz imaging (transmission and reflection)
- Time domain spectroscopy
Included
- US standard line cord
Documents & Resources
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