Luna T-Ray 5000 terahertz control unit front view, representative of the TCU5711
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TCU5711

T-Ray 5000 TCU5711 Terahertz Control Unit

Two-channel T-Ray 5000 terahertz control unit with an 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 TCU5711 is a member of the Luna T-Ray 5000 TCU57yz family of terahertz control units. 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, and measured signals are processed at a rate of up to 1,000 times per second.

The TCU57xx models offer the same measurement capabilities as the TCU56xx models, with added cybersecurity features. The TCU57yz control unit uses an external PC, so the operating system can be maintained by the customer's IT or cybersecurity department. The control unit connects to the external PC via a USB A/B cable carrying Ethernet.

The instrument comes standard with two optical channels for simultaneous measurements in reflection or transmission. Within the family, the TCU5711 is the 80 ps delay configuration, giving a 12 mm measurement range at measurement rates up to 1,000 Hz.

The unit works with a range of gauges and sensors connected through umbilical cabling, and with the T-Ray Server software, which 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 parallel optical channels for multiple simultaneous measurements in either reflection or transmission
  • Simple user interface with independent measurement recipes
  • Powerful and user-friendly application oriented software platform
  • Abundance of communication protocols and I/O options
  • Provides measurement data in engineering units
  • Easy integration with industrial automation and robotics
  • External PC allows the operating system to be maintained by the customer IT/Cyber Security department
  • Connects to the external PC via a USB A/B cable carrying Ethernet

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 80 ps
Spot Diameter Nominal 2 mm
Working Distance 1, 3, and 6 inches
Measurement Range 12 mm
Measurement Precision < 1 µm
Measurement Rate 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 No Internal Storage
Uses an external PC; 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
Regulatory Compliance
Certifications Certified by Underwriters Laboratories, CE mark, compliant with FDA CDRH laser safety regulations, tested to meet FCC part 18 regulations
The TCU57xy datasheet's Conformance to Standards table repeats interface values and is not reproduced

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 for multiple materials

Documents & Resources

TCU 5700 Data Sheet
datasheet · PDF