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TRUMPF's programmable focusing optics at a glance
TRUMPF's programmable focusing optics at a glance
Processing optics

Programmable focusing optics

Optics for remote processing

TRUMPF optics for remote processing

The programmable focusing optics from the PFO line are scanner optics for remote welding and cutting. Using two mirrors, the laser beam can be positioned in any specified position within the processing field or space, or be guided along any seam geometries. They can thus be welded without moving the workpiece or the focusing optics. Additionally, no shielding/assist gas is required.

Fast and precise

State-of-the-art, digitally controlled drives ensure a fast pace

Welding on the fly

Robot, laser and programmable focusing optics are synchronised and positioned precisely in real time

Large selection

In the PFO portfolio you will find a solution for every application, from the low-power to the high-power range.

Absolute process reliability

Increased process reliability and quality through an optional connection of intelligent sensor solutions.

Intuitive operation

Set up laser welding and cutting programs in an intuitive, mobile and quick way with the PFO SmartTeach app.

PFO 33 for industrial applications with the highest productivity requirements
PFO SmartTeach saves you a great deal of time during setup, and the time needed may even be cut in half, depending on the component. You can get the PFO SmartTeach app for free in the Apple App Store.
PFO with image processing
PFO with image processing

Expand the programmable focusing optics from TRUMPF with options for image processing. PFO is able to detect geometries on the surface of the workpiece and adapt the laser process to the individual processing situation.

Scanner-welded car door

Car door

The programmable focusing optics (PFO) from TRUMPF are especially well-suited for quick and reliable processing of large workpieces. The combination of robots and PFO brings together the best of both worlds: a large work area with excellent dynamics and precision, and a long focal length that allows large working distances from the workpiece.

Scanner welding of a car door

Scanner welding of a car door

Using two mirrors, the laser beam can be positioned in any specified position within the processing field or space, or guided along any desired contours. Since neither the workpiece nor the optics have to move, the PFO enables a high degree of productivity, while processing costs remain low and process results are reliable. "On the fly" processes can even be realised using a special control unit.

Scanner-welded rear centre panel of an automobile chassis

Rear centre panel of an automobile chassis

A high degree of precision and repetition accuracy across a large working range – robot-guided scanner welding results in immense increases in productivity with large workpieces.

Scanner welding with the PFO 3D programmable focusing optics

Scanner welding with PFO 3D

The mirrors in the PFO 3D programmable focusing optics work in a highly dynamic manner. Quick beam deflection shortens processing and positioning time considerably.

Laser plastic welding with the PFO 20 programmable focusing optics

Laser-welded plastic parts

With the programmable focusing optics from TRUMPF, you can weld not only metallic materials, but also plastics. The PFO 20 optics are optimally designed for laser plastic welding and produce tight and aesthetically pleasing welding seams.

Laser-welded battery housing

Battery housing

Laser parameters          
Wavelength - - - - -
Power bis 2000 W (cw) To 6000 W (cw) To 12000 W (cw) bis 8000 W (cw) PFO SF20: bis 8000 W (cw)
PFO SF33: bis 12000 W (cw)
Numerical aperture typ. 0.11 / max. 0.12 typ. 0.11 / max. 0.12 typ. 0.11 / max. 0.12 typ. 0.11 / max. 0.12 typ. 0.11 / max. 0.12
Laser light cable type LLK-D, LLK-B, LLK-A LLK-D LLK-D LLK-D LLK-D
Optics configuration 1          
Collimation 35 / 56 mm 90 mm (TruDisk, TruMicro 7000, TruFiber Multi Mode, TruFiber BrightLine Mode)
100 / 175 mm (TruFiber Single Mode)
140 mm (TruDisk, TruFiber Multi Mode, TruFiber BrightLine Mode, TruMicro 7000)
175 mm (TruMicro 7000)
150 / 200 / 300 mm (TruFiber Single Mode)
138 mm PFO SF20: 90 mm  (TruDisk, TruMicro 7000, TruFiber Multi Mode)
PFO SF20: 150 / 200 mm (TruFiber Single Mode)
PFO SF33: 140 mm (TruDisk, TruMicro 7000, TruFiber Multi Mode, TruFiber BrightLine Mode)
PFO SF33: 300 mm (TruFiber Single Mode)
Focal length 100 / 160 / 163 / 254 / 330 / 420 mm 100 / 135 / 160 / 264 / 315 / 400 mm 255 / 345 / 450 mm (Standard)
160 / 265 / 345 / 450 / 550 / 700 mm (High Brightness)
255 / 345 / 450 / 600 / 900 mm 200 / 250 / 300 / 400 / 500 / 600 mm
Z stroke for focal length of lens - - - f255: ± 22 mm
f345: ± 40 mm
f450: ± 70 mm
f600: ± 100 mm
f900: ± 220 mm
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Field size (ellipse Y x X) for focal length of lens f100: 47 mm x 18 mm
f160: 110 mm x 75 mm
f163: 110 mm x 70 mm
f254: 170 mm x 120 mm
f330: 220 mm x 178 mm
f420: 286 mm x 230 mm
- - f255: 174 mm x 102 mm (z=0)
f345: 240 mm x 140 mm (z=0)
f450: 320 mm x 190 mm (z=0)
f600: 376 mm x 230 mm (z=0)
f900: 525 mm x 340 mm (z=0)
f200: 11 mm x 17 mm
f250: 14 mm x 21 mm
f300: 17 mm x 25 mm
f400: 22 mm x 34 mm
f500: 28 mm x 42 mm
f600: 28 mm x 42 mm
Field size (ellipse Y x X) for focal length of lens for TruDisk/TruMicro - - f255:  184 mm x 112 mm
f345: 250 mm x 150 mm
f450: 320 mm x 190 mm
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Field size (ellipse Y or X) for lens focal length for TruDisk, TruMicro 7000, TruFiber Multi Mode ≥ 100 µm - - f255: 180 mm x 112 mm
f345: 244 mm x 150 mm
f450: 320 mm x 196 mm
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Field size (ellipse Y x X) for focal length of lens for High Brightness objective lenses - - f160: 80 mm x 57 mm
f265: 104 mm x 102 mm
f345: 208 mm x 152 mm
f450: 306 mm x 208 mm
f600: 388 mm x 257 mm
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Field size (ellipse Y or X) for lens focal length for TruDisk, TruMicro 7000, TruFiber Multi Mode/Single Mode/BrightLine Mode High Brightness objective - - f160 HB: 80 mm x 57 mm
f265 HB: 140 mm x 102 mm
f345 HB: 208 mm x 152 mm
f450 HB: 306 mm x 208 mm
f550 HB: 388 mm x 257 mm
f700 HB: 570 mm x 370 mm
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Field size (ellipse Y x X) for focal length of lens for TruFiber/TruDisk IR/TruMicro 7000 - f100: 51 mm x 37 mm
f135: 78 mm x 57 mm
f160: 92 mm x 71 mm
f264: 180 mm x 148 mm
f315: 250 mm x 188 mm
f400: 320 mm x 237 mm
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Field size (ellipse Y x X) for focal length of lens for TruDisk 515 Nm - f100: 49 mm x 36 mm
f135: 75 mm x 54 mm
f160: 89 mm x 68 mm
f264: 180 mm x 144 mm
f160 HB: 77 mm x 57 mm
f255: 172 mm x 108 mm
f265 HB: 140 mm x 102 mm
f345: 234 mm x 145 mm
f345 HB: 202 mm x 144 mm
f450: 312 mm x 190 mm
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Structural design          
Dimensions (W x H x D) 278 mm x 391 mm x 202 mm (Beispielkonfiguration mit fc56 und f160) 227 mm x 202 mm x 197 mm (Example configuration with fc90 and f264) 336 mm x 340 mm x 227 mm (Example configuration with fc140 and f450) 412 mm x 266 mm x 366 mm 223 mm x 200 mm x 198 mm (Scannerkopf ohne Objektiv)
120 mm x 195 mm x 252 mm (PFO Steuereinheit)
Weight 15 kg approx. 30 kg < 35 kg
< 38 kg with OCT scanner
35 kg 13 kg (Scannerkopf)
4 kg (PFO Steuereinheit)
Compatibility          
Available lasers TruDiode, TruDisk, TruMicro TruDisk, TruFiber multiple mode and single mode, TruMicro 7000 TruDisk, TruFiber, TruMicro TruDisk PFO SF20: TruDisk, TruMicro 7000, TruFiber multiple mode, TruFiber single mode
PFO SF33: TruDisk, TruMicro 7000, TruFiber multimode, TruFiber Single Mode, TruFiber BrightLine Mode
Available sensor system - VisionLine Cam/Basic/Detect/Project, CalibrationLine Power/Focus VisionLine Cam/Basic/Detect, VisionLine OCT Detect/Check, CalibrationLine VisionLine, CalibrationLine, SeamLine Remote, OCT seam position control VisionLine Cam/Basic/Detect, CalibrationLine
Options          
Available options Crossjet, camera monitoring Crossjet, MVE nozzle, camera monitoring, sensor interface, lighting, smoke bell, beam shaping for green lasers, Simple Coordination PFO (SCP) with encoder Crossjet, dual Crossjet, MVE nozzle, smoke bell, camera monitoring, sensor interface, lighting, protective glass monitoring unit, Simple Coordination PFO (SCP) with encoder, Multifocus element, beam shaping for green lasers I-PFO, crossjet, MVE nozzle, smoke bell, lighting version Crossjet, MVE nozzle, various shielding gas nozzles, camera monitoring, sensor interface, lighting, protective glass contamination monitoring, cooling water monitoring, adjustable line laser
Available software options TruTops PFO, PFO Smart Teach App TruTops PFO, PFO Smart Teach App, Real-time Contour Check (RCC) TruTops PFO, PFO Smart Teach App, Real-time Contour Check (RCC) TruTops I-PFO and TruTops PFO, PFO Smart Teach App TruTops PFO, PFO Smart Teach App, Real-time Contour Check (RCC)
Programmable focusing optics PFO 14

PFO 14

The PFO 14 programmable focusing optics are ideally suited for spot welding or path welding where high speeds are required. The 2D scanners function according to the pre-objective scanning principle. This allows them to reach all points in the scanner's processing space with high dynamics and consistent beam quality, at a near-constant working distance. You also benefit from easy focusing lens replacement, due to the fact that calibration data is saved in a storage device on the focusing lens. You can easily join complex components with multiple weld seams.

Lasers: TruDisk, TruDiode, TruFiber, TruMicro
Max. laser power: 300 W (TruDiode), 2000 W (TruDisk, TruFiber, TruMicro)

Programmable focusing optics PFO 20

PFO 20

The third-generation PFO 20 can generate laser power of up to 6 kW thanks to the revised base body and optimized cooling system. With a digital drive architecture, lightweight mirrors and new software features including Realtime Contour Check and Scanner Precision Control, the PFO 20 is extremely well suited to ultra-dynamic welding and cleaning applications with high process stability requirements. The robust design of the collimation and the base body increases resistance to dirt and back reflections.

Lasers: TruDisk, TruFiber, TruMicro
Max. laser power: 6 kW (cw)

PFO 33

The third generation of the PFO 33 stands for maximum productivity and can be used for applications with a laser power of up to 12 kW. The lightweight mirrors and the new drive architecture enable maximum dynamics. In addition, optimised mechanical and optical assemblies improve the robustness of the optics against back-reflections. Options such as protective glass monitoring and Condition Monitoring help to maximise the availability of your production.

Lasers: TruDisk, TruFiber, TruMicro
Max. laser power: 12 kW (cw)

PFO 3D-2

The PFO 3D-2 programmable focusing optics constitute a 3D scanner which is also based on the pre-objective scanning principle. This allows all points in the scanner's processing space to be reached with high dynamics and consistent beam quality, at a variable working distance. All NC programmes are saved locally in the PFO, which also allows for operation without a PC. Optionally, the 3D scanner is also available with TRUMPF TruTops I-PFO offline simulation software, seam tracking with SeamLine Remote triangulation, and the CalibrationLine calibration tool.


Laser: TruDisk
Max. laser power: 8 kW (cw)

Product image of I-PFO programmable focusing optics from TRUMPF

I-PFO

The perfect software solution for laser welding when dealing with complex challenges. The TruTops I-PFO software makes it easier to set up and adjust complex tasks that need to be carried out with industrial robots and PFO 3D welding optics.

Programmable focusing optics PFO SR

PFO SF

The PFO SF small-field scanner is the compact and versatile scanner with a small work area for quick beam oscillation.
By selecting the right options (objective, collimator and sensor system), the small-field scanner can be flexibly adapted to your application. The PFO SF is suitable for a power range of up to 12 kW. It is not only powerful but also smart, with functions such as the protective glass monitoring unit. The optics can also be integrated across the entire TRUMPF range of solutions. ​

Lasers: TruDisk, TruFiber, TruMicro
Max. laser power: 12 kW (cw)

Product image TruTops PFO

TruTops PFO

TruTops PFO is offline software for 2D and 3D programming of your PFO. You can define any paths, edges, or planes of objects created in the CAD editor or loaded from external sources as welding seams. You can simultaneously take into account clamping fixtures in order to optimise the welding sequence and therefore the processing time. The software makes it possible for you to program different wobble methods. You can use the network to connect TruTops PFO with TruControl.

Product image TruTops I-PFO

TruTops I-PFO

To make the most of the advantages of intelligent remote processing, you can program the I-PFO with TruTops I-PFO. The offline 3D development tool determines the ideal process and optimises the path and speed. You can simultaneously take clamping fixtures into account in order to optimise the path of the robot and welding sequence, and therefore the processing time. The software also analyses the cycle time and presents it virtually.

Smart Teach App product image

PFO SmartTeach

PFO SmartTeach is an application for your programmable focusing optics in the PFO series. It makes creating and setting up laser welding and cutting programs easier. The camera installed on the C-mount of the optics transmits the live image to the app. This enables convenient teaching directly at the component. If you want to create and teach in PFO geometries, you can do this by way of intuitive gesture operation on a tablet PC.

In addition to a range of processing optics, TRUMPF also offers you the right machines and beam sources to be used with these. This allows you to find exactly the right combination for your application and requirements – all from a single source. When it comes to beam sources, TRUMPF offers all the relevant lasers for the industry. You can rely on our experts, trust us to always have the best solution in mind for your production tasks, and know that we will advise you independently of any preferred technologies.

Expand the PFO programmable focusing optics with a variety of innovative functions.

Integrated camera system for the PFO
Camera connection

Various cameras can be directly adapted to the PFO. A digital colour camera system enables the sharp detection of contours and edges, for instance. The software of the PFO supports camera operation by way of touchscreen, crosshairs that can be set digitally and the saving of images. Even in low light, the coaxial and therefore direction-independent lighting brings everything into perspective.

I-PFO

The intelligent PFO (I-PFO) recognises its own position in the work area of the robot, as well as the position and orientation of the processing points. Based on information on the current robot movement, the I-PFO independently starts processing as soon as it is possible in terms of geometry and process technology. Remote processing "on-the-fly" is thereby possible, which greatly reduces both the positioning time of the robot and the cycle times in your production operations.

PFO SmartTeach

PFO SmartTeach is an application for your programmable focusing optics in the PFO series. It makes creating and setting up laser welding and cutting programs easier. The camera installed on the C-mount of the optics transmits the live image to the app. This enables convenient teaching directly at the component. If you want to create and teach in PFO geometries, you can do this by way of intuitive gesture operation on a tablet PC.

Reduction in contamination and spatter thanks to the crossjet option
Crossjet

Crossjet is a compressed air flow that runs orthogonally to the laser beam. It diverts contamination and spatter and thereby extends the service life of the protective glass. The laser process becomes more robust.

This product range and information may vary depending on the country. Subject to changes to technology, equipment, price and range of accessories. Please get in touch with your local contact person to find out whether the product is available in your country.

Footnotes
  • Other optics configurations are available on request.
  • Other wavelengths are available on request.

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