A Glob a l La s er Brand

LDM150, Sigma, LDM115, LDL175, LCG115 & LLM115

Imatronic is a family of industry-standard laser diode modules from Global Laser. The ruggedised
metallic housing of Imatronic lasers contains the optical and electrical components that you need to
safely and accurately project a dot, line, cross, or more complex pattern in a range of applications.

A line or cross optic is available with certain Imatronic models (XXX115) to help in alignment, positioning,
or targeting applications. Additionally, a wide range of diffractive optical elements (DOE) can be installed
(LDM115 only) to assist in 3D mapping, surface texture analysis, and general machine vision.

Highly reliable in nature, you’ll benefit from a long product lifetime and reduced likelihood of diode
failure (that is, below the diode MTTF) due to an electrically isolated module housing and reverse
polarity protected driver board.

Imatronic lasers can be fitted with a TTL modulation input allowing you to drive your laser using a
digital voltage signal. You can then change the mark-to-space ratio to control the mean intensity of
the output beam, modulate the laser with coded information, or synchronise the laser with an external
measurement device such as a photodetector or camera.

Wavelengths of green (520nm), red (635, 650, 670nm), and near-infra-red (780, 850nm) are available
with output powers up to 5 mW. The green Imatronic models emit light that appears more than 2X
brighter to the human eye than the equivalent power in 635nm. As a result, you’re more likely to see
these projections against dark materials, in high ambient light levels, or from long distances.

Made-to-order or off-the-shelf, Imatronic lasers are typically available

with a short lead time. Please contact your local representative
or Global Laser directly for a custom solution not in the
product matrix included in this datasheet.
Selection Guide
This catalogue covers the complete Imatronic range and is broken down into various sections. Please
use the guide below to go straight to the relevant section.

Page Section Description

General information on all 6 models of the Im-
3-4 Product Overview
atronic laser diode module range.

Overview of the products, powers and

5 Product Matrix
wavelengths.

Full and detailed specification for all

6-7 Specification
Imatronic lasers.

An in-depth overview of lensing options

8 Optical Information
available.

Lifetime data for each laser model in the

9 Lifetime Data
Imatronic Range

Information on laser safety and examples of the

9 Laser Safety
safety labels.

Options & A list of optional accessories for the Imatronic

10-11
Accessories range of lasers.

Dimensional Detailed dimensional drawings of each

13-15
Information Imatronic product.
Product Overview
LDM150 (Dot Projection)
The LDM150 is an extremely compact laser module with a housing
diameter of only 7mm. Available in wavelengths of 520nm, 635nm and
650nm with power up to 5mW as standard, it also features the benefits of
an isolated housing. A user adjustable plastic aspheric lens produces an
elliptical output beam. An optional TTL enable input is also available. The
LDM150 has the smallest housing diameter in the Imatronic range and is
suited for applications where space is critical and a cost effective solution
is required.
Diameter : 7mm
Length : 25mm

SIGMA (Dot Projection)

The Sigma laser is a compact 10.4mm diameter, brass body laser diode
module available in wavelengths of 520nm, 635nm and 650nm with power
up to 5mW as standard. A plastic aspheric lens with user adjustable focus
produces an elliptical output beam. An optional TTL enable input is also
available. The Sigma has the smallest housing length in the Imatronic
range making it suitable for applications with tight space constraints.

Diameter : 10.4mm
Length : 16.5mm

LDM115 (Dot Projection)

The LDM115 is an 11mm diameter laser module available in wavelengths
of 520, 635, 650, 670, 780 & 850nm with power up to 5mW as standard. It
also features the electrically isolated housing and user adjustable focus.
As a further enhancement the LDM115 can be installed with a TTL input.
A choice of two collimating lenses are offered. The “G” model uses a glass
lens with an elliptical output beam. The “P” model uses a plastic lens which
produces a circular output beam. Optional line generating optics (LGO)
and diffractive optical elements (DOE) are also available. See page 8 and
Diameter : 11mm
10 for more information.
Length : 37mm

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 LDL175 (Dot Projection)

The LDL175 laser module is a stand-alone compact laser system, available

in 520, 635, 650, 670, 780 & 850nm with powers up to 5mW. It has an
industry standard DC power jack input for 10 ±5% Vdc (green) or 3.5 to 5
Vdc (red & IR) and can be supplied with a universal power supply which
runs on 100-240Vac input. A glass lens with a user-adjustable focus and
elliptical output is fitted as standard. Alternatively, a plastic lens producing
a circular output beam can be fitted. It features an on/off switch, LED
Diameter : 25mm indicator and safety shutter. The NIR & IR versions also feature an interlock
Length : 58mm or 67mm and delay switch. The LDL175 is designed for industrial, laboratory and
educational use.

LCG115 (Cross Projection)

The LCG is an 11mm diameter laser module with an internal cross generator
which produces a Gaussian cross with a typical fan angle of 30°. The angle
between the lines may also be adjusted to any value between 0° and 90°.
It is available in wavelengths of 520nm and 635nm with powers up to
5mW. It also features electrically isolated housing and user adjustable
focus. An optional TTL enable input is also available.

Diameter : 11mm
Length : 37mm
LLM115 (Line Projection)

The LLM is an 11mm diameter laser module with an internal line generator
which produces a Gaussian line with a typical fan angle of 54°. It is available
in wavelengths of 520nm and 635nm with powers up to 5mW. It also
features the electrically isolated housing and user adjustable focus. An
optional TTL enable input is also available.

Diameter : 11mm
Length : 37mm

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 Product Matrix
Customised Versions:- If the power or wavelength is not listed then please contact your local distributor or Global Laser directly.

7
LDM115P&G
LDL17P&G
LDM150 LDM115P&G LDM115P&G LDM115G LDM115P&G LDM115P&G
LLM115 LDL175G LDL175
LCG115
LDL175G LDL175G LDL175G
5 SIGMA

LDM115P&G LDM115P&G
LDL175P&G
LDM115P&G LDM150 LDL175G LDM115G LDLM115P&G LDM115P&G
LLM115 LDM150 LD1L75G LDL175G
LDL175P&G LCG115
LDL175G
3 SIGMA SIGMA

LDM115P&G
LDL175P&G
LDM115P&G

Power (mW)
LDM115P&G LDM150 LDL175G LDM115P&G LDM115P&G LDM115P&G
LLM115 LDL175G
LDL175P&G LCG115
LDM150 LDL175P&G LDL175G
1 SIGMA SIGMA

520 635 650 670 780 850

Wavelength (nm)
V i s i b l e I n f r a r e d

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Specification
SIGMA LDM150 LDL175

Mechanical Specification

Mass (grams) 8 3 55
Visible - 25 x 58
Dimensions (mm) 10.41 x 16.5 7 x 27.4
NIR & IR - 25 x 67
Housing Material Brass Anodised Aluminium Anodised Aluminium

Isolated Body Yes Yes Yes

Red Lead: (+Ve) Red Lead: (+Ve) 1 via DC Jack

Input Lead Black Lead: (0V) Black Lead: (0V) Centre Pin: (+Ve)

Blue Lead: Optional TTL Blue Lead: Optional TTL Outer: (0V)

Lead Length (mm) 205 220 n/a

Optical Options
G Lens No No Yes

P Lens No No Yes

A Lens No Yes No

Sigma Lens Yes No No

Line Generating Optic (LGO) No No No

Internal Line Optic (54° Fan Angle) No No No

Internal Cross Optic (30° Fan Angle) No No No

Environmental Information
Operating Case Temperature (°C) -10 to +45* -10 to +45* -10 to +45*

Storage Temperature (°C) -10 to +85 -10 to +85 -10 to +85

Operating Humidty (%RH) 90 90 90

Dynamic Output
≤1Khz (red models) ≤1Khz (red models)
Frequency Range N/A
≤10Khz (green model) ≤10Khz (green model)
Electrical Specification
+3.5 to +5.0 (red models) +3.5 to +5.0 (red models) +3.5 to +5.0 (red & IR models)
Input Voltage +Ve (Vdc)
+10 ±5% (green model) +10 ±5% (green model) +10 ±5% (green model)

Input Voltage GND (Vdc) 0 0 0

TTL Input Off < 50mV on > 2.0V Off < 50mV on > 2.0V n/a

TTL Modulation n/a n/a n/a

Reverse Polarity Protection Yes Yes Yes

Typical Operating Current @ 25°C (mA) 20 to 60* 20 to 60* 20 to 90*

Connector Type Flying Leads Flying Leads DC Jack

Optional Mains Adaptor No No Yes

NOTES
*Varies with models. Please call us for individual data.

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Specification
LLM115 LCG115 LDM115

Mechanical Specification
G Lens 9.5
Mass (grams) 9 9
P Lens 10.5
G Lens 11 x 37
Dimensions (mm) 11 x 37 11 x 37
P Lens 11 x 47
Housing Material Anodised Aluminium Anodised Aluminium Anodised Aluminium

Isolated Body Yes Yes Yes

Red Lead: (+Ve) Red Lead: (+Ve) Red Lead: (+Ve)

Black Lead: (0V) Black Lead: (0V) Black Lead: (0V)

Input Leads
Blue Lead: Optional TTL Blue Lead: Optional TTL Yellow Lead: Optional TTL
Input Input Modulation

Lead Length (mm) 230 230 215

Optical Options
G Lens No No Yes

P Lens No No Yes

A Lens No No No

Sigma Lens No No No

Line Generating Optic (LGO) No No Yes

Internal Line Optic (54° Fan Angle) Yes No No

Internal Cross Optic (30° Fan Angle) No Yes No

Environmental Information
Operating Case Temperature (°C) -10 to +45* -10 to +45* -10 to +45*

Storage Temperature (°C) -40 to +85 -40 to +85 -40 to +85

Operating Humidity (%RH) 90 90 90

Dynamic Output
≤1Khz (red models) ≤1Khz (red models) ≤1Khz (red & IR models)
Frequency Range
≤10Khz (green model) ≤10Khz (green model) ≤10Khz (green model)
Electrical Specification
+3.5 to +5.0 (red models) +3.5 to +5.0 (red models) +3.5 to +5.0 (red & IR models)
Input Voltage +Ve (Vdc)
+10 ±5% (green model) +10 ±5% (green model) +10 ±5% (green model)
Input Voltage GND (Vdc) 0 0 0

TTL Input Off < 50mV on > 2.0V Off < 50mV on > 2.0V n/a

TTL Modulation n/a n/a Off < 50mV on > 2.0V

Reverse Polarity Protection Yes Yes Yes

Typical Operating Current @ 25°C (mA) 20 to 60* 20 to 60* 20 to 140*

Connector Type Flying Leads Flying Leads Flying Leads

Optional Mains Adaptor No No No

NOTES
*Varies with models. Please call us for individual data.

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Optical Information
Lens Information
The Imatronic laser modules are available in the following lens types.

Glass Lens
G Lens Type The glass lens is a high quality lens producing fine spots. The lens provides high stability over extremes of
temperature and is immune to damages such as scratches

Plastic Lens
P Lens Type The long focus plastic lens with a low numerical aperture yields good quality circular collimated beams over
larger distances.

Aspheric Plastic Lens

A Lens Type High performance general purpose lens producing good quality spots. Suitable for the range of small body
modules only (LDM150 only).

G Lens P Lens A Lens Sigma

Focus Range 35mm to infinity 150mm to infinity 50mm to infinity 35mm to infinity
Beam Size @ Aperture (mm) 4 x 2* 5 x 5* 3 x 1* 4 x 1*
Beam Divergence (mrad) <0.5 <0.5 <0.5 <1.2
Bore Sighting (mrad) <25 <25 <25 <25
Minumum Spot Size (µm) <25 <50 <40 <40

* Varies with model

Optional Line Generating Optics (LDM115 Only)

LGO’s are designed to simply slip over the end of the LDM115 and are secured in place by tighening a
small locking screw. The focus position of the line is adjusted by rotating the lens on the LDM115 mod-
ule prior to the installation of the LGO to give a highly defined thin line of laser light.

LGO
Fan Angle 15°, 28°, 40°, 60° & 120°
Operational Wavelength (nm) 520 to 850
Typical Line Width @ 1 Metre (mm) 0.75
Length (mm) 24
Diameter (mm) 17
Mass 8
Length With LDM115 (grams) 51
Diameter With LDM115 (mm) 17
Mass With LDM115 (grams) 17.5

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Lifetime
The case temperature should be kept within the specified range at all times, failure to do this could
result in shortened lifetime or diode failure. As a guide, laser diode lifetime decreases by a factor of
two (approx) for every ten degree increase in operating temperature.

Below is a list of the available standard wavelengths for each model and the releveant MTTF specified
in hours. All data was measured at 25°C.

520nm 635nm 650nm 670nm 780nm 850nm

SIGMA
n/a n/a n/a
Imatronic Models

LDM150 ≥50,000
LDL175 ≥120,000 ≥90,000 ≥88,000
≥40,000 ≥30,000
LLM115
n/a n/a n/a n/a
LCG115
LDM115 ≥50,000 ≥120,000 ≥90,000 ≥88,000

Please Note: This is the minimum MTTF for each wavelength. Other models may have a longer MTTF.
Please call us for individual data.

Laser Safety
These laser diode modules are classified in accordance with IEC60825-1 2014, which should be consulted
prior to designing or using any laser product. The following labels are supplied for attachment to the
customer’s equipment, but responsibility for compliance with the standard remains with the user.
www.globallasertech.com

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Serial Number

Product Code

Product Description & Name

Serial Number

Product Code

Product Description & Name

Serial Number

Product Code

Product Description & Name

LASER RADIATION LASER RADIATION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT CLASS 3B LASER PRODUCT
<1mW CW 400-695nm <5mW CW 400-695nm <500mW CW 700-980nm

IEC 60825-1:2014 IEC 60825-1:2014 IEC 60825-1:2014

Product Description & Name Product Description & Name Product Description & Name

Product Code Product Code Product Code

Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number

Class 2 Label Class 3R Label Class 3B Label

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Options & Accessories
The Imatronic range has a wide range of options to suit a variety of applications. These options
include projection optics, mounting clamps, power supplies, rail systems and laser safety
glasses.
Projection Options (LDM115 Only)
A range of diffractive optical elements (DOE) are available to provide various patterns such as crosses,
circles and dot matrix for applications such as 3D mapping, surface texture analysis, alignment and
general machine vision. Please see the Projection Lens Datasheet for further information.

Circle with center dot Dot Array Dot Lines Viewfinders

Multiple Lines Dot Circle Cross Grids

Mounting Clamps (LDM115, LCG115, LLM115 & LDL175 Only)

A number of mounting clamps are available for the Imatronic range including a heavy duty mounting
clamp which allows the laser to be securely fixed at any required direction or angle. The swivel clamp
offers the user up and down movement as well as ± 45° horizontal swivel. The base plate of both clamps
have a series of holes which allows the clamp to be fixed directly onto a machine or workbench. The
MK1 mounting clamp rotates horizontally through 360° and vertically through 180° and the mounting
post allows vertical movement. For more information on any of the options please refer to the
Accessories Datasheet.

Swivel Clamp Heavy Duty Clamp MK1 Clamp Magnetic Base

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Power Supplies and Leads (LDL175 Only)
The LDL can be supplied with a mains adaptor which runs on 110-240Vac input via an IEC mains
lead (supplied) and has one output to power the laser. A lead to connect the LDL175 to the
power adaptor is also required. The standard length is 1.5 meters. If you require a custom lead
length please contact us (for more information please see our accessories datasheet).

110 / 240 Vac Power adaptor Power Leads

Laser Safety Glasses

To compliment the Imatronic range there are a number of laser safety glasses, below is an
example of some of the available glasses (colours may vary). For more information on any of the
options please refer to the Laser Safety Glasses Datasheet.

AL3 - Protection against Green DIA - Protection against Red YG2- Protection against IR Laser
(Visible Alignment) (Visible Alignment) (Block Out)

Mounting Rails
The rail and carriage system can either be manual or motor-driven. The carriages are translated
either by hand or computer and then locked into position. All Global Laser rail and carriage
systems incorporate long-life and low friction polymer bearings that are self-lubricating. The
rails are hard anodized to increase their ruggedness and also available in stainless steel. This
makes the systems ideal for aggressive environments with high levels of dirt and dust or areas
subject to wash down or high levels of moisture.

Rail and Mounting Clamp

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Dimensional Information
LDM150

Ø7.00

Dependant on 27.40
Focus Distance
10.50
Label Position
SIGMA

Ø10.60
Ø10.55
Ø10.95
Ø11.00

17.00 Variable
Dependant on Focus Length
16.26
10.50 3.00
Label Position
34.00
Adjustable
Dimension 10.00 37.00
Ø10.00
Ø10.41

Ø9.25

Ø9.95

5.60

LDM115
10.50
Label Position
Ø10.60
Ø10.95

Ø10.55
Ø11.00

34.00

37.00

LDM115 Fitted With P Lens

10.50
Label Position
Ø10.60
Ø10.55
Ø10.95
Ø11.00

23.70 10.50
Label Position

34.00
Ø17.00

Ø10.60
Ø10.55

Ø10.95
Ø11.00

Adjustable
Dimension 10.00 37.00

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37.00 Laser Length
LDM115 fitted with LGO

23.70 10.50
Ø17.00 Label Position

Ø10.60
Ø10.55

Ø10.95
Ø11.00
59.35

26.40 31.40 1.55

8.00 10.50
37.00
Label Laser Length
Position
47.90 Adjustable Length

LDL175
Ø25.00
Ø24.80

Ø24.60
Ø24.40
59.35

26.40 31.40 1.55

8.00 10.50
Label
Position
~84.25
Ø25.00
Ø24.80

Ø24.60
Ø24.40

~84.25

LDL175 (With Interlock)

66.90

26.40 40.50 1.55

8.00 10.50
Label
Position
Ø25.00
Ø24.80

Ø24.60
Ø24.40

66.90

26.40 40.50 1.55

8.00 10.50
Label
Position
~79.45

LLM & LCG

Ø25.00
Ø24.80

Ø24.60
Ø24.40

10.50
Label Position
Ø10.60
Ø10.95

Ø10.55
Ø11.00

~79.45

Drawings are not to scale

34.00

37.00

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Heavy Duty Mounting Clamp

35.00

TOP VIEW Ø25.00

SIDE VIEW

Allen Screw A (M3)

Ø19.00
45.00
Grub Screw A (M3)

30.00
Grub Screw B (M3)

17.00

BOTTOM
8.00
SECTION

BOTTOM SECTION
SIDE VIEW

TOP VIEW
Ø16.00
Ø15.90

Ø25.00

1 Hole Drill 4.2Ø & C/Bore 7.5Ø x 5.0 Deep at 1 End

& Tap M5 x 6 Deep at the Other End

Swivel Mounting Clamp

12.70
22.00
SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW
Allen Screw A (M3)
45.00

M3 x 6

Allen Screw B (M5)

5.00

40.00 50.00 50.00

25.00

20.00 20.00
4 Holes 4.50 Diameter 5.00
10.00 10.00

MOUNTING
MOUNTING
12.00
14.00 14.00

BASE
40.00

BASE SIDE
20.00

2 Slots Ø9.00

2 Holes Ø3.50 and 3.50

8.00
countersunk to suit
M3 Ct/Sunk screws 2 Holes drill Ø4.50 and counterbore Hex
Hole to suit M4 MS full nuts at rear

Drawings are not to scale.

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 MK1 Mounting Clamp Magnetic Base

SIDE VIEW
12.70
FRONT VIEW

24.70
M6 Stud T

M5 x 25/35 C/sk

6.00
socket screw
(Machine Screw A)

FRONT VIEW 6x32 un 5/8” Phillips screw and

6x32 unc hex nut (Phillips screw A)

30.00
M5 Nut
12.70
6.35

Ø35.00
64.00 32.50

For further information about any of our products please contact

your local distributor or you can contact Global Laser in the UK. Your
Local Distributor Is:

Please Note: Global Laser reserve the right to change

descriptions and specifications without notice.

T: +44 (0)1495 212213

F:+44 (0)1495 214004
E: sales@globallasertech.com
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