Scanlab XL SCAN SCANmotionControl

Unbeatable precision meets large-field laser processing

XL SCAN is a combined scan solution jointly-developed by  SCANLAB

and ACS Motion Control. This innovative solution enables maximum-

precision processing of workpieces without size limitations.

Key Features

• Scan solution for large-field processing

• High throughput

• Market-leading accuracy

• No stitching errors

• High-dynamics processing without stage vibration

• Unlimited job duration

• Automatic laser control, e.g. Spot Distance Control (SDC)

• Capability of combining multiple software instances, stages

and scan heads

XL SCAN is based on the innovative concept of the SCANmotion

Control software, which combines the synchronous control of

a scan head and an XY-table with intelligent trajectory planning.

XL SCAN thus  delivers the highest precision of all solutions

currently on the market. Maximum flexibility and enormous

throughput increases are  attainable by combining XL SCAN

with several  SCANmotionControl instances, multiple stages

or multi-head systems.

Typical Applications

• Large-field marking, cutting and engraving

• Processing of glass and foils

• Micromachining

• Drilling of large-area PCBs

High-End Laser Processing

The schematic diagram depicts XL SCAN’ssystem configuration.

This scan solution combines SCANLAB’s proven scan head

control with an XY stage positioned via ACS’s innovative motion

control system.

The laser spot’s movement across the workpiece is automatically

split between the scan head and XY stage, thus assuring optimal

utilization of the entire system’s available dynamics. The scan head

is responsible for short rapid motions, while the stage extends the

working surface.

Typical System Components SCANLAB

• SCANmotionControl

software package for extended image field processing.

• RTC6 PCIe

control board with SCANahead and SCANmotionControl option

• excelliSCAN or intelliSCAN IV high-end scan head

ACS

• Motion Controller

controls stage motion and EtherCAT network

• Servo Drives

adapted to system requirements

• SLEC

interface between RTC6 PCIe control board and ACS EtherCAT network

ACS components must be specified in accordance with your system’s

requirements – contact ACS Motion Control.

Components from external suppliers

• XY stage

• Laser

Additional Options

•  Multiple stages, SCANmotionControl instances and scan heads

•  3D-XL SCAN option: additional Z-stage or excelliSHIFT for precise z-axis control