Meeting Market Needs in Li-Ion Battery Production with the Helios Pro

Precision laser measurement is crucial in Li-Ion battery production, and the Helios Pro is here to meet that challenge. Built for accuracy and resilience, it features independent average power measurement and robust dust protection, ensuring your processes run smoother and safer. Read the full blog post

In today’s rapidly evolving and highly competitive industrial landscape, the demand for high-precision and reliable measurement tools is more critical than ever.
Many Industries rely heavily on laser-based processes for cutting, welding, and marking. These processes require precise control and measurement of laser power to ensure consistent quality and avoid defects which increase yield and profitability.

One of the most demanding applications is the production of lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries, where the quality and efficiency of laser processes can significantly impact the overall performance and safety of the batteries. To ensure optimal battery performance and mitigate potential safety hazards, water usage is avoided in these processes.

Addressing Key Challenges in Li-Ion Battery Production

Li-Ion battery production involves several laser-based processes that must be executed with high precision. Ensuring accurate power measurements, fast reading times, and protection against dust and debris are essential to maintain the integrity of these processes. The Helios Pro industrial power meter is designed to meet these stringent requirements, offering unparalleled accuracy and versatility for measuring high-power lasers.

Innovative Features for Enhanced Performance

The Helios Pro excels in delivering reliable and precise measurements, with a standout feature being its ability to provide more accurate average power measurements, independent of the laser rise time. This precision is complemented by its innovative shutter mechanism, which allows for mounting in any orientation without risking insufficient sealing. This design protects the sensor from dust and debris, ensuring consistent performance even in harsh industrial environments.

The Helios Pro introduces new ordering options with a diffuser, allowing for power measurements closer to the laser beam focal plane. This feature is especially beneficial for installations where space constraints or the need to measure smaller beams necessitate proximity to the focal plane.

Comprehensive Monitoring and Analysis

The Helios Pro allows users to see the temporal shape of the measured pulse, which can reveal issues with laser stability and rise time. By using a dedicated PC application, users can collect data on the pulse shape for further analysis. The Helios Pro’s unique ability to compensate for slow rise times ensures that power measurements remain accurate, even when the pulse rise time is less than ideal.

Robust Design and Easy Integration

Housed in a dust-resistant industrial enclosure, the Helios Pro is built to withstand harsh factory conditions while keeping the power meter clean and operational. It features a field-replaceable anti reflective window for added protection, and the sensor’s cover can be opened and closed remotely, protecting the optics and electronics when not in use. With four communication options—PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCat, and RS232—the Helios Pro ensures seamless integration into any industrial system. It also supports chain and ring topologies, providing flexibility for various installation scenarios.

Product Specifications

• Power Range: 100W to 12kW
• Wavelengths: 450-550nm (blue/green) and 900-1100nm (infrared)
• Pulse Duration: 0.3 to several seconds
• Response Time: 3 seconds
• Wait Time Between Measurements: 12 seconds
• Cooling: No water or fan cooling required
• Communication Ports: Two power ports, two Ethernet ports, RS232 port

The Helios Pro is the ultimate solution for high-power laser measurement, combining advanced features, robust design, and easy integration to meet the needs of modern industrial applications. Whether you need to measure power levels, monitor pulse shapes, or install the device in challenging environments, the Helios Pro has you covered.