Sourcing NON OEM Replacement Tubes

Sourcing NON OEM Replacement Tubes

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If your Thunder Laser is under warranty, you need to use our OEM specified brand and model unless directed by Thunder Laser USA Support. If your machine is out of warranty you are free to replace it with whatever you wish but making sure you use the prescribed parts will help ensure continued performance and reliability.

Thunder vs 3Rd Party Tube Difference:

Thunder OEM tubes already have the wire pigtails with HV connector attached with adequate length. The current LO Tubes below may have wire wrap posts which need to be terminated correctly. In addition to the tube, you will likely need to buy a splice kit, silicone and silicone insulation. See the attached Installation Notes below for more information about the 3rd Party Tube install.

Thunder Tube VS Light Object Tube: Take note of the wire length
Thunder Tube vs Light Object Tube: Terminated vs Loose Wire




Tube Substitution Table:

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We like to keep the specified model and type tube in warranty machines, but if you are out of warranty and choose another brand tube, that is totally up to you. adding non-OEM spec equipment could change the behavior, output, calibration, etc... so the tube needs to have the same specs as the OEM tube to help mitigate the difference. You will be responsible for confirming the changes.
      If you choose to purchase a tube from a 3rd party vendor such as Light Object, all warranty considerations will be handled through the 3rd party vendor and they will stipulate the replacement procedure. While we may be able to assist in diagnosing a failed tube, the 3rd party vendor will likely make you duplicate the effort for them. We cannot control their requirements. Be sure to read Lightobject's Shipping InformationWarranty & Returns,  & Terms & Conditions. You can contact LightObject at 1-916-383-8166 or contactus@lightobject.com



MACHINEOEM TUBECHILLER
OEM LPSU
LO TUBE
LINK
LENGTH/DIAMETER
MAX LPSU CURRENT
@ 100% power 
(governed & calibrated in config)
Mini60--40SPT-C45CW-3000
SPT-C45
850mm/50mm
16mA
Nova 24-60SPT-C70CW-5000HY-T60SPT-C70
1250mm/55mm
17 mA
Nova 35-80SPT-C90CW-5000MYJG-100SPT-C90
or ReciW2-90
1250mm/80mm
27 mA
Nova 35-100SPT C-100CW-5000MYJG-100SPT C-100
1460mm/80mm
22 mA
Nova 51-100SPT C-100CW-5000MYJG-100SPT C-100
1460mm/80mm
22 mA
Nova 51-130SPT C-130CW-5200MYJG-150SPT C-130
1650mm/80mm
30 mA
Nova 63-100SPT C-100CW-5000MYJG-100SPT C-100
1460mm/80mm
22 mA
Nova 63-130SPT C-130CW-5200MYJG-150SPT C-130
1650mm/80mm
30 mA


*Data in this table may change from time to time. You should double check with the specifications listed on the website



INSTALLATION NOTES:


If your non OEM replacement tube has wire wrap posts (see below) instead of pre-attached wire 'pigtails', some special considerations must be observed.



Warning
DO NOT heat, solder, bend, or twist the posts!


You will need 2 sections of silicone tubing that will slide over the posts after the wire is wrapped around it. You will also need some 100% silicone sealant. Basically twist the ends of the wire on the wire wrap post as tightly as you can. You may use a small bit of electrical or Teflon tape so help secure the wire around the post. Then slide on the tubing and fill the entire connection with sealant. The sealant needs to dry for 24 hours.


If your tube has wiring already attached, you can use one of these to facilitate a more 'plug and play' installation:



If your tube swap requires a high voltage connector you can get it here:https://lightobject.com/laser-power-supply-cable-repair-kit/



Here is the connector breakdown:



PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED PDF 'How to replace the tube' for info on wire splicing and more (this is on a Mars series machine but very similar to).




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