Room and Hardware Considerations

Installing a COMPASS system requires careful planning to ensure optimal performance and long-term stability. Proper preparation includes considerations for room setup, optical table selection, acquisition computer specifications, laser identification, and environmental controls. Each of these factors plays a significant role in instrument performance. Consequently, before beginning the installation process, we recommend evaluating the information, some of which is provided simply as educational resources.

Preparing for a COMPASS

• Preparation of the Imaging Room
  • Power Outlets
  • Temperature Control
  • Painting the Walls
  • Network Connections
  • Curtains
  • House Air
  • Floor Flatness
  • External Sources of Vibration
  • Water Damage
• Optical Table
  • Table Height
  • Table Thickness
  • Table Accessories
  • Hole Pattern
  • Casters
  • Vibration Damping
  • Table Installation
  • Recommended Table
• Computer Specifications
  • Standard Build
• Laser Sources
  • Linewidth
  • Beam Divergence
  • Modulation
  • Vibrations
  • Power