SQUIRREL

Our ARGES scan heads are employed in a wide variety of applications in the fields of material and surface processing. With different scan head sizes, power ranges and mirror apertures, we have the flexibility to find the optimal solution for any 2D application. Thanks to our wide selection of high-quality F-theta lenses and coatings, we are able to precisely tailor the scan heads to a specific application.

SQUIRREL
Description

Engineered by our ARGES brand, the SQUIRREL 2-axis scan head is a compact and versatile solution designed for fast performance. Built in a compact housing design, our 2-axis scan head is our smallest and fastest scan head designed for small footprint environments. The electronic design in state-of-the-art surface mount technology maximizes thermal stability, static and dynamic optical performance in robust housings.

The SQUIRREL can be purchased with various interfaces: standard analog inputs, standard XY2-100 protocol or our proprietary interface implementing new features and Plug & Play operation.

All ARGES scan heads are compatible with ARGES ASC controllers and InScript® software.

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Versitile
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Versitile

Versatile scanner with flexible features and integration options for applications demanding fast performance

Compact-size
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Compact-size

Ultra-compact housing delivering mechanical stability and reliability. Manufacturers can easily integrate scan head into their system thanks to its small footprint.

Small aperture sizes
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Small aperture sizes

This ARGES scan head features small aperture sizes up to 11 mm and 16 mm designed for compact footprint environments.

Tailored engineering capabilities
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Tailored engineering capabilities

Through our highly specialized expertise and resources we can provide tailored solutions for your application needs.  With a large selection of different laser sources, scan heads and handling systems to choose from, we can develop laser processes that are perfectly tailored to a wide variety of customer-specific products, components and materials.

  • Laser-specific customization
  • Sub-systems that include laser and beam path
  • Customer-specific software extensions
  • Laser process development
  • Sample production
Specifications
Aperture 11 mm16 mm
Step Response 100%

6.00 ms

9.0 ms

Scan Angle

0.785 rad

0.785 rad

Long term Offset Drift1

< 0.3 mrad

< 0.3 mrad

Repeatability

< 1.5 µrad

< 1.5 µrad

Notes:

1. Under constant load and environment over 8 hours.

Test The Solution

The new VERSIA 2-axis scan head is here. Join us in one of our Application Centers for a free test on your material and with your test parameters.