Micro Detectors LS4 Series Manual
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LS4 SAFETY LIGHT CURTAIN
SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION)..........................................................................................................................................)3!
PRINCIPLE)OF)OPERATION).....................................................................................................................)4!
INSTALLATION)............................................................................................................................................)5!
Positioning)..............................................................................................................................................................)6!
Master/Slave)Positioning)..................................................................................................................................)7!
Calculation)of)safety)distance)...........................................................................................................................)8!
Multiple)systems)...................................................................................................................................................)9!
Use)of)deflecting)mirrors).................................................................................................................................)10!
Distance)from)reflective)surfaces).................................................................................................................)11!
Mechanical)assembly)and)optical)alignment)............................................................................................)12!
Vertical)positioning)of)the)light)curtain)......................................................................................................)13!
Models!with!14,!20mm!resolution!..............................................................................................................................!13!
Models!with!30,!40mm!resolution!..............................................................................................................................!13!
Models!with!50,!90mm!resolution!..............................................................................................................................!13!
Multibeam!Models!..............................................................................................................................................................!14!
Horizontal)positioning)of)the)light)curtain)................................................................................................)14!
Electrical)connections).......................................................................................................................................)15!
Layout!of!the!connectors!on!MASTER/SLAVE!light!curtain!.............................................................................!15!
Emitter!connections!..........................................................................................................................................................!16!
Receiver!connections!........................................................................................................................................................!17!
Warnings!regarding!connection!cables!.....................................................................................................................!18!
Configuration)and)operating)modes))(Master)Models)/)With)integrated)control)functions))...)19!
Automatic!operation!..........................................................................................................................................................!19!
Manual!operation!................................................................................................................................................................!19!
Connection!of!external!contactors!K1!and!K2!........................................................................................................!20!
Examples!of!connection!with!M.D.!safety!modules!..............................................................................................!21!
OPERATION)AND)TECHNICAL)DATA).................................................................................................)24!
Light)signals).........................................................................................................................................................)24!
Emitter!light!signals!...........................................................................................................................................................!24!
Receiver!light!signals!.........................................................................................................................................................!24!
TEST)function).......................................................................................................................................................)25!
Status)of)the)outputs)..........................................................................................................................................)25!
Technical)specifications)...................................................................................................................................)26!
Dimensions)...........................................................................................................................................................)31!
CHECKOUTS)AND)MAINTENANCE)......................................................................................................)33!
Functional)checks)...............................................................................................................................................)33!
Troubleshooting).................................................................................................................................................)34!
Accessories/Spares)............................................................................................................................................)36!
GUARANTEE)..............................................................................................................................................)37!
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ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL
FE = Functional earth (earth connection)
M/S = Master/Slave System
OSSD = Output Signal Switching Device = Light curtain’s solid state safety outputs
TX = Safety light curtain emitter.
RX = Safety light curtain receiver.
Hand protection light curtains
Arm and leg protection light curtains.
Full body protection light grids.
� This symbol indicates an important warning for personal safety. Failure to comply
with this warning may result in high level risk for exposed personnel.
è This symbol indicates an important warning.
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INTRODUCTION
The LS4 light curtain is an optoelectronic safety device belonging to the category of Type 4 electro-
sensitive protective equipment for the protection of personnel exposed to risks inherent in the use
of
hazardous
machines
or
plants,
complying
with
the
EN 61496-1 and IEC 61496-2 standards. The LS4 is available in three different versions:
1.
LS4
Type 4 light curtain consisting of Emitter plus Receiver with automatic reset.
2.
LS4 (With integrated control functions)
Type 4 light curtain consisting of Emitter plus Receiver with integration of additional functions
such as control of feedback from any external contactors and management of manual/automatic
operation.
3.
LS4 (MASTER/SLAVE)
Type 4 light curtain (with integrated control functions) comprising two (or three) TX/RX pairs
(connected in series), one of which comprising the MASTER light curtain (with integrated functions)
and one (or two) the SLAVE light curtain.
A set of indicator leds on the Emitter and Receiver provide the information needed for a correct
use of the device and for the assessment of any malfunction. The automatic fault sensing system
permits independent detection by the LS4 light curtain of any dangerous fault in a time equal to
the light curtain response time.
� For any safety problem, if necessary, consult the safety authorities of the country of
use or the competent industrial association.
� For applications in the food industry, consult the manufacturer to verify compatibility
of light curtain materials with the chemical agents used.
� The protection capability of optoelectronic safety devices is not effective in cases in
which:
- The machine stopping device cannot be actuated electrically and it is not possible
to stop all dangerous machine movements immediately and at any time during the
operating cycle.
- The hazardous condition is associated with the falling of objects from above or
ejection of these from the machine.
- Anomalous forms of light radiation are present (for example, use of cablelless
control devices on cranes, radiation from weld spatter, etc).
In this case additional measures may be necessary to ensure that the ESPE does
not fail to danger.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
If the protected area is clear, the two outputs on the Receiver are active and enable
the machine to which they are connected to operate normally.
Each time that an object bigger than or equal in size to the resolution of the
system intercepts the optical path of one or more beams, the Receiver deactivates
its own outputs. This condition enables hazardous machine movements to be
stopped (by means of an adequate machine emergency stop circuit).
è Resolution is the smallest sized object that, passing through the protected area,
interrupts at least one of the beams generated by the light curtain (Figure 1),
causing certain intervention of the device and consequent stopping of the
hazardous movement of the machine.
Figure 1 - Resolution
Resolution remains constant regardless of working conditions as it depends only on the geometric
characteristics of the mirrors and on the centre distance between two adjacent lenses.
The height of the protected area is the effective height protected by the safety light curtain. If
the curtain is positioned horizontally, this value indicates the depth of the protected area.
The working range indicates how far the emitter and receiver can be separated and function
properly.
LS4 is available with the following resolutions:
• 14mm (protected heights from 160mm to 1960mm): PROTECTION OF THE FINGERS.
• 20mm (protected heights from 160mm to 1960mm): PROTECTION OF THE FINGERS.
• 30mm (protected heights from 160mm to 2260mm): PROTECTION OF THE HANDS.
• 40mm (protected heights from 310mm to 2260mm): PROTECTION OF THE HANDS.
• 50mm and 90mm (protected heights from 310mm to 2260mm):
PROTECTION OF THE LIMBS.
The LS4 is also available in a Multibeam version with a distance between the
mirrors of:
• 500mm (2 beams), 400mm (3 beams), 300mm (4 beams).
PROTECTION OF THE BODY.
P = Pitch between two lenses
D = Diameter of a lens
R = Resolution = P+D
P
R
D
Receiver
Emitter
Beam
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INSTALLATION
Before installing the LS4 safety system, check all the conditions listed below:
� The level of protection of LS4 (Type 4, SIL3, SILCL3 PLe) must be compatible with the
level of danger of the system to be protected.
� The safety system is used only as a stopping device and not to control the machine.
� The machine movement is actuated electrically.
� All dangerous movements of the machine can be interrupted immediately. In
particular, the machine stopping times must be known and, if necessary, measured.
� The machine must not generate hazards due to projection or falling of materials
from above; otherwise, additional mechanical guarding must be provided.
� The smallest size object to be detected must be greater than or equal to the
resolution of the selected model.
Knowing the shape and dimensions of the dangerous area, it is possible to calculate the width and
height of the related access area :
� Compare these dimensions with the maximum working range and the height of the
protected area of the model used.
Before positioning the safety device, comply with the following general indications:
� Check that the temperature of the environment in which the system is installed is
compatible with the operating temperature parameters indicated on the product label
and in the technical data.
� Do not position the Emitter and the Receiver close to very bright or flashing sources
of light.
� Particular operating conditions may affect the sensing level of photo-electric devices.
In environments characterised by fog, rain, fumes or dust, to always guarantee
correct operation of the appliance, it is advisable to apply suitable correction factors
Cf so as to maximum working range values. In these cases:
where Pu and Pm are, respectively, the working and maximum range expressed in
metres.
The recommended correction factors CF are indicated in the table below.
OPERATING CONDITIONS
CORRECTION FACTOR Cf
Fog
0.25
Vapours
0.50
Dust
0.50
Dense fumes
0.25
Table 1 – CF correction factors
� If the device is installed in environments characterised by sudden changes in
temperature, suitable precautions must be taken to prevent the formation of
condensation on the mirrors, which could impair detection capability.
Pu = Pm x Cf
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Positioning
The Emitter LS4E and the Receiver LS4R must be positioned so that it is
impossible to access the dangerous area from above, from below and from the
sides without intercepting one of the beams. Useful indications for correct
positioning of the light curtain are provided in the figure below.
Incorrect positioning of the light curtain
Correct positioning of the light curtain
Figure 2 - Positioning
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Master/Slave Positioning
In addition to standard models (that can be positioned either horizontally or vertically), LS4 can
be purchased in a MASTER/SLAVE configuration. This configuration comprises two (or three) pairs
of light curtains in which the two (or three) Emitters and the two (or three) Receivers are connected
in series.
Figure 3 – Examples of Master/Slave configurations
The connection cable between the master and slave may be up to 50 metres in length. This
characteristic permits configuration of an application with two light curtains positioned one at the
front and one at the rear of the dangerous machine, with a single connection towards the machine
power and control circuits (Figure 4).
Figure 4 - Example of Master/Slave application with mechanical guards
MASTER
MASTER
SLAVE
SLAVE2
SLAVE
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Calculation of safety distance
The light curtain must be positioned at a distance equal to or greater than the minimum safety
distance S so that the dangerous point can be reached only after stopping the dangerous
movement of the machine (Figure 5).
According to the EN13855:2010 European standards, the minimum safety distance S must be
calculated using the following formula :
S = K (t1 + t2) + C
C = 8 (d-14)
where:
S
Minimum safety distance
mm
K
Operator approach speed to the dangerous area
mm/sec
t1
Total response time of the light curtain, in seconds
sec
t2
Response time of the machine in seconds, i.e. the time taken by
the machine to stop the dangerous movement from the moment
in which the stop signal is transmitted
sec
C
Additional distance that varies according to the application
1
mm
d
Resolution
mm
Table 2 – Safety distance
� Failure to comply with the safety distance reduces or impairs the protection function
of the light curtain.
� If positioning of the light curtain does not prevent the operator from accessing the
dangerous zone without being detected, additional mechanical guards must be
installed.
Figure 5 – Safety distance S
1 For further information on additional safety distance, refer to EN13855:2010.
DANGEROUS ZONE
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Multiple systems
When several LS4 are used, precautions must be taken to prevent optical interference between
these: position the elements so that the beam of the Emitter of one system is received only by its
respective Receiver.
Figure 6 provides examples of correct positioning of two photo-electric systems. Incorrect
positioning may cause interference, with possible malfunction of the system.
Figure 6 – Multiple systems
è This precaution is not necessary in the case of MASTER/SLAVE systems.
Systems installed side by side: A
Adjacent positioning of the two emitters
Systems installed one above the other: B
“L” installation: C
Crossed positioning between emitters and
receivers
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Use of deflecting mirrors
For protection or control of areas accessible from several sides, one or more deflecting mirrors
can be used in addition to the Emitter and Receiver.
Deflecting mirrors make it possible to redirect the beams generated by the Emitter on several
sides.
Wishing to deflect the beams generated by the Emitter by 90°, the perpendicular to the surface of
the mirrors must form an angle of 45° with the direction of the beams.
An application in which two deflecting mirrors have been used for "U" shaped protection is
illustrated in the figure below.
Figure 7 – Deflecting mirrors
When using deflecting mirrors, comply with the following rules:
•
Position the mirrors so as to comply with the minimum safety distance S
(Figure 7) on each side of access to the dangerous area.
•
The working distance (working range) is given by the sum of the lengths of all the
access sides to the protected area. (Note that the maximum working range
between the Emitter and Receiver is reduced by 15% for each mirror used).
•
In the installation phase, take care to avoid twisting along the longitudinal axis of
the mirror.
•
Standing close to and in axis the Receiver, check that the entire shape of the
Emitter is visible on the first mirror.
•
It is advisable not to use more than three deflecting mirrors.
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Distance from reflective surfaces
� The presence of reflective surfaces close to the light curtain may cause occasional
reflections that prevent sensing. Referring to Figure 8, object A is not detected due
to surface S that, reflecting the beam, closes the optical path between the Emitter
and Receiver. Therefore, a minimum distance d must be maintained between any
reflecting surfaces and the guarded area. We recommend calculating the minimum
distance d using the values for Type 4 devices as set forth in IEC/EN 61496-2.
Figure 8 - Reflective surfaces
In Figure 9 these values are shown as a function of the distance l between the emitter and the
receiver.
Figure 9 - Minimum distance d
After installing the system, check for any reflective surface that intercept the beams, first of all at
the centre and then close to the Emitter and Receiver. During this procedure, the red led on the
Receiver must never switch off.
d
l
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Mechanical assembly and optical alignment
The Emitter and Receiver must be installed facing each other, at a distance equal to or less than
that indicated in the technical data. Using the provided inserts and fastening brackets, place the
Emitter and Receiver so that they are aligned and parallel to each other, and with the connectors
facing the same side.
Perfect alignment of the Emitter and Receiver is essential for efficient functioning of the light
curtain; this operation is facilitated observing the indicator leds of the Emitter and of Receiver.
Figure 10 – Mechanical assembly
Figure 11 – Optical alignment
•
Position the optical axis of the first and last beam of the Emitter on the same axis
as that of the corresponding beams on the Receiver.
•
Move the Emitter in order to locate the area within which the green led on the
Receiver remains on, then position the first beam of the Emitter (that close to the
indicator led) at the centre of this area.
•
Using this beam as pivot, with minor movements of the opposite end, establish the
free protected area condition which, in this situation, will be indicated by lighting
up of the green led on the Receiver.
•
Lock the Emitter and the Receiver in place.
During these operations it may be useful to check the presence of the blue led weak
signal (only for 14mm and H models) on the Receiver display. Upon completion of
alignment, this LED must be off.
è If the Emitter and Receiver are installed in areas subject to strong vibrations, vibration-
damping supports must be used (for the order code, see the ACCESSORIES/SPARES
paragraph) so as not to impair operation of the circuits.
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Vertical positioning of the light curtain
Models with 14, 20mm resolution
� These models are suitable for fingers detection.
Models with 30, 40mm resolution
� These models are suitable for hand detection.
The minimum safety distance S is calculated
according to the following formula:
S = 2000 (t1 + t2) + 8(D-14)
(D=resolution)
This formula is valid for distances S between 100
and 500 mm. If, according to the calculation, S
exceeds 500 mm, the distance can be reduced
down to a minimum of 500 mm using the following
formula:
S = 1600 (t1 + t2) + 8(D-14)
If, in view of the particular configuration of the
machine, the dangerous zone can be reached from
above, the highest beam of the light curtain must
be at a height H (from resting surface G) whose
value is determined by using the ISO 13855
Standard.
G
Figure 12 -
Vertical positioning
14mm, 20mm, 30mm, 40mm
Models with 50, 90mm resolution
� These models are suitable for detecting the arm
or the leg and must not be used to detect
fingers or hands.
The minimum safety distance S is determined
according to the following formula:
S = 1600 (t1 + t2) + 850
è In every case the height H of the highest beam
from resting surface G must not be smaller
than 900 mm, while the height of the lowest
beam P must not be bigger than 300 mm (ISO
13855 Standard).
G
Figure 13 - 50mm, 90mm
Light curtain
point of
danger
direction
of
approach
reference plane
Light curtain
point of
danger
direction
of
approach
reference plane
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Multibeam Models
� These models are suitable for whole
body detection and must not be used to
detect arms or legs.
The minimum safety distance S is determined
according to the following formula:
S = 1600 (t1 + t2) + 850
The recommend height H from the reference
surface G (ground) is as follows (ISO 13855
Standard) :
G
Figure 14 - Multibeam
MODEL
BEAMS
Recommended height H (mm)
LS4 2B
LS4 3B
LS4 4B
2
3
4
400 – 900
300 – 700 – 1100
300 – 600 – 900 - 1200
Table 3 - Height H of Multibeam models
Horizontal positioning of the light curtain
When the direction of approach of the body is parallel
to the plane of the protected area, the light curtain
must be positioned so that the distance between the
far end of the dangerous area and the outermost
beam is equal to or greater than the minimum safety
distance S calculated as follows:
S = 1600(t1 + t2) + 1200 – 0.4H
where H is the height of the protected surface from
the machine reference plane;
H = 15(D-50)
(D=resolution)
In this case, H must always be less than of 1m
(ISO 13855 Standard).
G
Figure 15 - Horizontal positioning
Light grid
point of
danger
direction
of
approach
reference plane
Light curtain
point of
danger
direction
of approach
reference plane
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Electrical connections
WARNINGS
Before making electrical connections, make sure that the mains voltage matches the one indicated
in the technical data.
� The Emitter and Receiver must be powered at a 24Vdc±20% (PELV, in compliance with
the standard EN 60204-1 (Chapter 6.4)).
The electrical connections must be made according to the wiring diagrams provided in this
manual.
In particular, do not connect other devices to the connectors of the Emitter and Receiver.
To guarantee reliable operation using a diode bridge power supply unit, its output capacity must
be at least 2000µF for each A absorbed.
Layout of the connectors on MASTER/SLAVE light curtain
Figure 16 - Connector layout
SLAVE primary connector
SLAVE2 secondary connector
SLAVE
SLAVE 2
SLAVE2 primary connector
MASTER secondary connector
MASTER
MASTER primary
connector
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Emitter connections
LS4E/**-***B - LS4E/**-*** (with integrated control functions) - LS4E/**-***M (MASTER models)
M12 5-pin primary connectors.
PIN COLOUR NAME
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
1
Brown
24VDC
INPUT
24VDC power supply
2
White
RANGE0
Light curtain configuration
complying with the EN61131-2 standard
(ref. Table 5)
3
Blue
0VDC
0VDC power supply
4
Black
RANGE1
Light curtain configuration
complying with the EN61131-2 standard
(ref. Table 5)
5
Grey
FE
Ground connection
Table 4 - M12, 5 pin
Master/Standard/with integrated control functions TX
RANGE AND TEST SELECTION - (PRIMARY CONNECTOR M12, 5 PIN)
PIN 4
PIN 2
MEANING
24V
0V
Selection HIGH Range
0V
24V
Selection LOW Range
0V
0V
Emitter in TEST
24V
24V
Selection error
Table 5 – Range and TEST selection
è For correct operation of the light curtain, pins 2 and 4 of the Emitter must be
connected as indicated in Table 5.
LS4E/**-***F - LS4E/**-***S (SLAVE/SLAVE2 models) - M12, 5-pin primary connector.
PIN
COLOUR
NAME
DESCRIPTION
1
Brown
24VDC
24VDC power supply
2
White
LINE_A
Communication
MASTER-SLAVE
3
Blue
0VDC
0VDC power supply
4
Black
LINE_B
Communication
MASTER-SLAVE
5
Grey
FE
Ground connection
Table 6 - M12, 5-pin Primary Slave TX
LS4E/**-***M (MASTER models) – M12, 5-pin secondary connector.
LS4E/**-***S (SLAVE2 models) – M12, 5-pin secondary connector.
PIN
COLOUR
NAME
DESCRIPTION
1
Brown
24VDC
24VDC power supply
2
White
LINE_A
Communication
MASTER-SLAVE
3
Blue
0VDC
0VDC power supply
4
Black
LINE_B
Communication
MASTER-SLAVE
5
Grey
FE
Ground connection
Table 7 - M12, 5-pin Secondary TX
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Receiver connections
LS4R/**-***B models - M12, 5-pin connector.
PIN COLOUR
NAME
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
1
Brown
24VDC
-
24VDC power supply
-
2
White
OSSD1
OUT
Static safety output 1
PNP active high
3
Blue
0VDC
-
0VDC power supply
-
4
Black
OSSD2
OUT
Static safety output 2
PNP active high
5
Grey
FE
-
Ground connection
-
Table 8 - M12, 5 pins Primary RX
LS4R/**-*** (models with integrated control functions) - M12, 8-pin connector.
LS4R/**-***M (MASTER models) - M12, 8-pin primary connector.
PIN COLOUR
NAME
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
1
White
OSSD1
OUTPUT
Static safety output 1
PNP active high
2
Brown
24VDC
-
24VDC power supply
-
3
Green
OSSD2
OUTPUT
Static safety output 2
PNP active high
4
Yellow
K1_K2/RESTART
INPUT
Feedback from external
contactors
Complying with the
EN61131-2 standard
(ref. Par. "Configuration
and operating modes"
page 19)
5
Grey
SEL_A
INPUT
Light curtain configuration
6
Pink
SEL_B
INPUT
7
Blue
0VDC
-
0VDC power supply
-
8
Red
FE
-
Ground connection
-
Table 9 - M12, 8 pins RX
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LS4R/**-***F - LS4R/**-***S (SLAVE/SLAVE2 models) - M12, 5-pin primary connectors.
PIN
COLOUR
NAME
DESCRIPTION
1
Brown
24VDC
24VDC power supply
2
White
LINE_A
Communication
MASTER-SLAVE
3
Blue
0VDC
0VDC power supply
4
Black
LINE_B
Communication
MASTER-SLAVE
5
Grey
FE
Ground connection
Table 10 - M12, 5 pins Primary Slave RX
LS4R/**-***M (MASTER models) - M12, 5-pin Secondary Connector.
LS4R/**-***S (SLAVE2 models) - M12, 5-pin Secondary Connector.
PIN
COLOUR
NAME
DESCRIPTION
1
Brown
24VDC
24VDC power supply
2
White
LINE_A
Communication
MASTER-SLAVE
3
Blue
0VDC
0VDC power supply
4
Black
LINE_B
Communication
MASTER-SLAVE
5
Grey
FE
Ground connection
Table 11 - M12, 5 pin Secondary RX
Warnings regarding connection cables
•
For connections with a length of more than 50m, use cables having a cross-section
of at least 1mm2.
•
It is good practice to keep the power supply of the light curtain separate from that
of other electric power equipment (electric motors, inverters, frequency variators)
or other sources of disturbance.
•
Connect the Emitter and Receiver to the ground outlet.
•
The connection cables must follow a different route from that of other power
cables.
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Configuration and operating modes
(Master Models / With integrated control functions)
The operating mode of the LS4 light curtain is set by making suitable connections on the M12 – 8-
pin connector of the Receiver (Table 12).
CONNECTIONS
OPERATING MODE
K1_K2/restart (PIN 4)
connected to : 24VDC
SEL_A (PIN 5)
connected to :
24VDC
SEL_B (PIN 6)
connected to :
0VDC
AUTOMATIC
(Figure 17)
K1_K2/restart (PIN 4)
connected to : 24VDC
(via set of NC contacts of K1K2)
SEL_A (PIN 5)
connected to :
24VDC
SEL_B (PIN 6)
connected to :
0VDC
AUTOMATIC
with control K1K2
(Figure 18)
K1_K2/restart (PIN 4)
connected to : 24VDC (via RESTART
button)
SEL_A (PIN 5)
connected to :
0VDC
SEL_B (PIN 6)
connected to :
24VDC
MANUAL
(Figure 19)
K1_K2/restart (PIN 4)
connected to : 24VDC
(via RESTART button and set of NC
contacts of K1K2)
SEL_A (PIN 5)
connected to :
0VDC
SEL_B (PIN 6)
connected to :
24VDC
MANUAL
with control K1K2
(Figure 20)
Table 12 –Setting of manual/automatic mode
Automatic operation
� If the LS4 light curtain is used in AUTOMATIC mode, it will not be equipped with a
start/restart interlock circuit. In most applications, this safety function is compulsory.
Carefully assess the risks analysis of your own application.
In this operating mode, the OSSD1 and OSSD2 safety outputs follow the status of the light curtain :
•
with guarded area free, the outputs are ON.
•
with guarded area occupied, they are OFF.
Manual operation
� Use in manual mode (start/restart interlock ON) is compulsory if the safety device
controls an opening in order to protect a dangerous area and if a person, after
passing through the opening, can remain in the dangerous area without being
detected (use as 'trip device' according to IEC 61496). Failure to comply with this
regulation may result in very serious hazards for the persons exposed.
In this operating mode, the safety outputs OSSD1 and OSSD2 are activated in a condition of free
protected area and after having received the RESTART signal via push-button or a specific
command on the K1K2/RESTART input).
Following occupation of the protected area, the outputs will be disabled. For re-activation, repeat
the sequence described above.
The RESTART command is active with transition 0Vdc -> 24Vdc -> 0Vdc.
The duration of the command must be within 100ms and 5s.
� The Restart command must be installed outside the danger area in a position where
the danger area and the entire work area concerned are clearly visible.
� It must not be possible to reach the control from inside the danger area.
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Connection of external contactors K1 and K2
In both operating modes, it is possible to activate control of the external contactors K1/K2 (series
of contacts). If this control is to be used, it is necessary to connect pin 4 of the M12 8-pin
connector of the Receiver with the power supply (24VDC) via a set of NC contacts (feedback) of
the external contactors.
� In the case of manual operation, the RESTART button in series with the NC contacts
(feedback) of the external contactors K1/K2 (Figure 20) must also be present.
� If the application requires it, the response time of the external contactors must be
verified by an additional device.
Figure 17 - Automatic
Figure 18 – Automatic with K1K2 feedback
Figure 19 - Manual
Figure 20 – Manual with K1K2 feedback
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Examples of connection with M.D. safety modules
Figure 21 - LS4 A: Manual operation with SB400 module
Figure 22 - LS4: Automatic operation with SB300 module
For correct operation
of the light curtain,
connect pins 2 and 4
of the Emitter as
indicated in Table 4.
For correct operation
of the light curtain,
connect pins 2 and 4
of the Emitter as
indicated in Table 4.
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Figure 23 - LS4: Connection examples
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Figure 24 - LS4: Connection examples
EMITTER
RECEIVER
FE (Grey)
0VDC (Blue)
RANGE1 (Black)
EMITTER
0VDC
5
4
3
0VDC (Blue)
FE (Grey)
24VDC (Brown)
RANGE0 (White)
EMITTER
HIGH RANGE
RANGE0 (White)
RANGE1 (Black)
24VDC (Brown)
LOW RANGE
+24VDC
2
1
5
0VDC
+24VDC
1
4
3
2
0VDC (Blue)
24VDC (Brown)
FE (Grey)
OSSD2 (Black)
RECEIVER
OSSD1 (White)
0VDC
5
BARRIER
OUTPUT
3
4
2
1
+24VDC
1
2
3
EMITTER --> SB400
OSSD1 (White)
OSSD2 (Black)
24VDC (Brown)
0VDC (Blue)
FE (Grey)
24VDC (Brown)
0VDC (Blue)
OSSD2 (Black)
OSSD1 (White)
PE
PE
MANUALE
6
+24VDC
OSSD2 (Black)
OSSD1 (White)
FE (Grey)
0VDC (Blue)
24VDC (Brown)
5
4
2
0VDC
1
3
RESTART
1
24VDC (Brown)
FE (Grey)
OSSD1 (White)
OSSD2 (Black)
0VDC (Blue)
5
4
2
3
0VDC
+24VDC
MANUAL
SB400
RESTART
4
AUTO
8
7
6
5
INPUT2 BARR
INPUT1 BARR
MAN
+24Vdc
0Vdc
3
1
2
SYSTEM STATUS
K1/K2 (FEEDBACK)
N.C.
N.C.
7
12
RELAY B
RELAY A
16
15
14
13
11
9
10
N.C.
SB400
8
INPUT2 BARR
+24Vdc
0Vdc
RESTART
MAN
AUTO
6
7
5
3
4
1
2
INPUT1 BARR
K1/K2 (FEEDBACK)
SYSTEM STATUS
N.C.
AUTOMATIC
16
RELAY A
RELAY B
14
15
13
11
12
9
10
K1/K2 (FEEDBACK)
MANUAL K1K2
PE
MANUALE
2
4
5
FE (Grey)
+24VDC
3
1
0VDC
RESTART
SB400
4
RESTART
INPUT1 BARR
AUTO
MAN
INPUT2 BARR
7
8
6
5
+24Vdc
0Vdc
2
3
1
SYSTEM STATUS
K1/K2 (FEEDBACK)
N.C.
N.C.
INPUT1 BARR
INPUT2 BARR
RESTART
MAN
AUTO
0Vdc
+24Vdc
AUTOMATIC K1K2
5
4
2
1
3
0VDC
8
PE
6
7
5
3
4
1
2
+24VDC
SYSTEM STATUS
K1/K2 (FEEDBACK)
SB400
16
N.C.
N.C.
14
15
13
L1
11
12
9
10
K1
EXTERNAL
CONTACTS
K1/K2 (FEEDBACK)
12
L1
15
16
14
13
K2
K1
K1-1
10
11
9
K2-1
K2
L2
K1
L2
K2
K1
K2
K1
EXTERNAL
CONTACTS
K2
RECEIVER
4
5
RECEIVER
RECEIVER
RECEIVER
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OPERATION AND TECHNICAL DATA
Light signals
The leds on the Emitter and Receiver light up according to system operating conditions. Refer to
the tables below to identify the various indications (ref. Figure 25).
EMITTER
RECEIVER
RECEIVER (H)
Figure 25 - Light signals
Emitter light signals
MEANING
THREE-COLOUR LED
(Red/Green/Orange)
System power-on. Initial TEST.
RED
System power-on. HIGH working range selected.
2 GREEN BLINKINGS
FAIL condition (Table 19)
RED BLINKING
2
TEST condition
ORANGE
Normal operating condition
GREEN
Table 13 – TX light signals
Receiver light signals
MEANING
LED
TWO-COLOUR (Red/Green) (2)
YELLOW (1)
System power-on. Initial TEST.
RED
ON
BREAK condition (A)
RED
OFF
GUARD condition (C)
GREEN
OFF
FAIL condition (Table 19)
RED BLINKING
2
OFF
Table 14 – RX light signals LS4 A / LS4 Slave
MEANING
LED
TWO-COLOUR (Red/Green) (2)
YELLOW (1)
System power-on. Initial TEST
RED
ON
BREAK condition (A)
RED
OFF
CLEAR condition (B)
OFF
ON
GUARD condition (C)
GREEN
OFF
BREAK_K condition (D)
YELLOW BLINKING
YELLOW BLINKING
FAIL condition (Table 19)
RED BLINKING
2
OFF
Table 15 – RX light signals LS4 (With integrated control functions)
2 The type of fault is identified by the number of flashes (see Troubleshooting chapter)
1
2
3
4
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MEANING
TWO-COLOUR (Red/Green) (4)
TWO-COLOUR (Yellow/Blue) (3)
System power-on. Initial TEST
RED
YELLOW
BREAK condition (A)
RED
OFF
CLEAR condition (B)
OFF
YELLOW
GUARD condition (C)
GREEN
OFF
BREAK_K condition (D)
YELLOW BLINKING
YELLOW BLINKING
FAIL condition (Table 19)
RED BLINKING
3
OFF
GUARD condition with weak signal
GREEN
BLUE
CLEAR condition with weak signal
-
YELLOW /BLUE alternating
BREAK condition with weak signal
RED
BLUE
BREAK_K condition with weak signal
YELLOW
YELLOW
Alternatively
blinking
OFF
BLUE
Table 16 - RX light signals LS4 14mm and H (20m)
MEANING
LED
TWO-COLOUR (Red/Green) (2)
YELLOW (1)
System power-on. Initial TEST
RED
ON
BREAK condition (A)
RED
OFF
CLEAR condition (B)
OFF
ON
GUARD condition (C)
GREEN
OFF
BREAK_K condition (D)
YELLOW BLINKING
YELLOW BLINKING
FAIL condition (Table 19)
RED BLINKING
4
OFF
MASTER : Light curtain free;
SLAVE : Light curtain(s) occupied
RED
Blinking
Table 17 – RX light signals LS4 (Master)
(A) Light curtain occupied - outputs disabled
(B) Light curtain free - outputs disabled - awaiting restart
(C) Light curtain free - outputs enabled
(D) Light curtain free - outputs disabled - awaiting feedback K1_K2 OK
TEST function
The test function simulates the occupation of the protected area, allowing checking by an external
supervisor (e.g. PLC, control module, etc.) of the correct operation of the entire system. Via an
automatic fault detection system, the LS4 light curtain is able to verify occurrence of a fault
independently within the response time (declared for each model).
This fault detection system is always active and does not require any external intervention. The
TEST command is available in the case in which the user wishes to check the devices connected
downstream of the light curtain (without physically intervening inside the guarded area). This
command interrupts emission of the beams on the emitter and makes it possible to switch the
OSSD from ON to OFF status as long as the command is active.
è The minimum duration of the TEST command must be at least 4 msec.
Status of the outputs
On the Receiver of the LS4 there are two PNP static outputs whose status depends on the condition
of the protected area.
• The maximum permissible load for each output is 400mA@24VDC, corresponding to a resistive load of 60Ω.
• The maximum OFF-state voltage is < 0,5VDC.
• The maximum output current in OFF-state (leakage current) is <2mA.
• The maximum load capacity corresponds to 0.82µF@24VDC.
The meaning of the status of the outputs is illustrated in the table below. Any short-circuit
between the outputs or between the outputs and 24VDC or 0VDC power supply is detected by the
light curtain.
3 The type of fault is identified by the number of flashes (see Troubleshooting chapter)
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SIGNAL NAME
CONDITION
MEANING
OSSD1
24VDC
Light curtain free condition.
OSSD2
OSSD1
0VDC
Light curtain occupied
or fault detected condition
OSSD2
Table 18 - Status of the outputs
� In free protected area conditions, the Receiver provides a voltage of 24VDC on both
outputs. Therefore, the established load must be connected between the output
terminals and the 0VDC (Figure 26).
Figure 26 – Correct load connection on the outputs
Technical specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS LS4 LIGHT CURTAINS
Protected height
mm
160 – 2260
Resolutions mm
14 - 20 - 30 – 40 - 50 - 90
No. of beams (Multibeam Models)
2/3/4 beams
Working range (selectable)
m
14mm Models
0 ÷ 3 (low) / 1 ÷ 6 (high)
30-40-50-90-Multibeam Models
0 ÷ 4 (low) / 0 ÷ 12 (high)
20-30-40-50-90-Multibeam Models H 0 ÷ 10 (low) / 3 ÷ 20 (high)
Safety outputs
2 PNP – 400mA @ 24VDC
Response time
ms
2,5 ÷ 26,5 (see models tables)
Power supply
VDC
24 ± 20%
Connections
M12 (5/8 pin) connectors
Max. length of connections
m
100 (50 between Master and Slave)
Operating temperature
°C
14mm models and H models
-20 ÷ 55°C
Operating temperature
°C
30-40-50-90-Multibeam models
-30 ÷ 55°C
Protection rating *
IP 65 - IP 67
Section dimensions mm
2
28 x 30
Max. consumption
W
1 (Emitter)
2 (Receiver)
Light curtain lifetime
20 years
Safety level
Type 4
EN 61496-1:2013
IEC 61496-2:2013
SIL 3
IEC 61508-1: (ed.2)
IEC 61508-2: (ed.2)
IEC 61508-3: (ed.2)
IEC 61508-4: (ed.2)
SILCL 3
IEC 62061:2005/A2:2015
PL e - Category 4
EN ISO 13849-1:2015
*) Devices are not suitable for outdoor use without supplementary measures
RECEIVER
RECEIVER
Max. load
400mA
Max. load
400mA
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14 mm Resolution Models
151
301
451
601
751
901
1051
1201
1351
1501
1651
1801
1951
Number of beams
15
30
45
60
75
90
105
120
135
150
165
180
195
Response time
ms
4
5,5
7,5
9
11
13
14,5
16,5
18
20
22
23,5
25
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9636] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0036] * 2
Protected height
mm
160
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
PFHd *
1,11E-08
1,24E-08
1,38E-08
1,51E-08
1,65E-08
1,78E-08
1,91E-08
2,04E-08
2,18E-08
2,31E-08
2,45E-08
2,57E-08
2,71E-08
DCavg #
95,7%
95,6%
95,5%
95,5%
95,4%
95,3%
95,3%
95,2%
95,2%
95,1%
95,1%
95,1%
95,1%
MTTFd #
years
529,1
476,4
431,5
395,8
364,3
338,5
315,2
295,8
277,8
262,6
248,3
236,1
224,5
CCF #
80%
30 mm Resolution Models
153
253
303
453
603
753
903
1053
1203
1353
1503
1653
1803
1953
2103
2253
Number of beams
8
13
16
23
31
38
46
53
61
68
76
83
91
98
106
113
Response time
ms
4
5
5,5
7,5
9
10,5
12,5
14
15,5
17
19
20,5
22
23,5
25
26,5
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9376] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0508] * 2
Protected height
mm
160
260
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
2110
2260
PFHd *
8,39E-09 9,37E-09 9,52E-09 1,08E-08 1,19E-08 1,32E-08 1,43E-08 1,56E-08 1,67E-08 1,80E-08 1,91E-08 2,04E-08 2,15E-08 2,28E-08 2,39E-08 2,51E-08
DCavg #
96,7%
96,9%
97,0%
97,2%
97,3%
97,4%
97,5%
97,6%
97,6%
97,7%
97,7%
97,7%
97,8%
97,8%
97,8%
97,8%
MTTFd #
years
516,1
419,9
403,5
328,5
278,9
240,9
213,1
190,2
172,5
157,1
144,8
133,8
124,8
116,6
109,7
103,3
CCF #
80%
40 mm Resolution Models
154
254
304
454
604
754
904
1054
1204
1354
1504
1654
1804
1954
2104
2254
Number of beams
6
9
11
16
21
26
31
36
41
46
51
56
61
66
71
76
Response time
ms
3,5
4
4,5
5,5
7
8
9
10
11
12,5
13,5
14,5
15,5
16,5
17,5
18,5
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9376] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0508] * 2
Protected height
mm
160
260
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
2110
2260
PFHd *
8,14E-09 9,05E-09 9,07E-09 9,89E-09 1,08E-08 1,16E-08 1,26E-08 1,34E-08 1,43E-08 1,52E-08 1,61E-08 1,69E-08 1,79E-08 1,87E-08 1,96E-08 2,04E-08
DCavg #
96,5%
96,7%
96,7%
97,0%
97,1%
97,2%
97,3%
97,4%
97,5%
97,5%
97,5%
97,6%
97,6%
97,6%
97,7%
97,7%
MTTFd #
years
570,6
465,5
463,3
391,5
337,8
298,0
265,9
240,6
219,2
201,7
186,4
173,6
162,2
152,4
143,5
135,8
CCF #
80%
50 mm Resolution Models
155
305
455
605
755
905
1055
1205
1355
1505
1655
1805
1955
2105
2255
Number of beams
4
8
12
16
20
24
28
32
36
40
44
48
52
56
60
Response time
ms
3
4
4,5
5,5
6,5
7,5
8,5
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9376] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0508] * 2
Protected height
mm
160
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
2110
2260
PFHd *
7,83E-09 8,46E-09 9,15E-09 9,78E-09 1,05E-08 1,11E-08 1,18E-08 1,24E-08 1,31E-08 1,37E-08 1,44E-08 1,51E-08 1,57E-08 1,64E-08 1,71E-08
DCavg #
96,5%
96,8%
96,9%
97,1%
97,2%
97,3%
97,4%
97,5%
97,5%
97,6%
97,6%
97,6%
97,6%
97,7%
97,7%
MTTFd #
years
594,5
497,2
432,2
378,4
339,5
305,4
279,6
256,0
237,6
220,4
206,6
193,5
182,8
172,4
163,8
CCF #
80%
WITH:
Nrslave1 = number of beams of slave1
Nrslave2 = number of beams of slave2
Nrmaster = number of beams of master
* IEC 61508
# ISO 13849-1
ttot = total response time
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90 mm Resolution Models
309
459
609
759
909
1059
1209
1359
1509
1659
1809
1959
2109
2259
Number of beams
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Response time
3
3,5
4
4,5
5
5,5
5,5
6
6,5
7
7,5
8
8,5
9
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9376] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0508] * 2
Protected height
mm
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
2110
2260
PFHd *
8,09E-09 8,63E-09 9,08E-09 9,62E-09 1,01E-08 1,06E-08 1,11E-08 1,16E-08 1,20E-08 1,26E-08 1,30E-08 1,36E-08 1,40E-08 1,46E-08
DCavg #
96,5%
96,6%
96,7%
96,8%
96,9%
96,9%
97,0%
97,1%
97,1%
97,1%
97,2%
97,2%
97,2%
97,3%
MTTFd #
years
574,4
514,4
467,8
427,2
394,5
365,3
341,1
319,0
300,5
283,2
268,5
254,6
242,6
231,2
CCF #
80%
Multibeam Models
2B
3B
4B
Number of beams
2
3
4
Distance between
the beams
mm
500
400
300
Response time
ms
2,5
3
3
Response time
(Master +1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9376] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,11 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0508] * 2
PFHd *
8,19E-09
8,85E-09
9,51E-09
DCavg #
96,2%
96,2%
96,1%
MTTFd #
years
607,3
560,5
520,4
CCF #
80%
WITH:
Nrslave1 = number of beams of slave1
Nrslave2 = number of beams of slave2
Nrmaster = number of beams of master
* IEC 61508
# ISO 13849-1
ttot = total response time
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20m MODELS
20 mm Resolution Models H
152
302
452
602
752
902
1052
1202
1352
1502
1652
1802
1952
Number of beams
15
30
45
60
75
90
105
120
135
150
165
180
195
Response time
ms
4
5,5
7,5
9
11
13
14,5
16,5
18
20
22
23,5
25
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9636] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0036] * 2
Protected height
mm
160
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
PFHd *
1,11E-08
1,24E-08
1,38E-08
1,51E-08
1,65E-08
1,78E-08
1,91E-08
2,04E-08
2,18E-08
2,31E-08
2,45E-08
2,57E-08
2,71E-08
DCavg #
95,7%
95,6%
95,5%
95,5%
95,4%
95,3%
95,3%
95,2%
95,2%
95,1%
95,1%
95,1%
95,1%
MTTFd #
years
529,1
476,4
431,5
395,8
364,3
338,5
315,2
295,8
277,8
262,6
248,3
236,1
224,5
CCF #
80%
30 mm Resolution Models H
153
303
453
603
753
903
1053
1203
1353
1503
1653
1803
1953
2103
2253
Number of beams
8
16
23
31
38
46
53
61
68
76
83
91
98
106
113
Response time
ms
3
4
5
6
6,5
7,5
8,5
9,5
10
11
12
13
14
14,5
15,5
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9636] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0036] * 2
Protected height
mm
160
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
2110
2260
PFHd *
1,05E-08 1,11E-08 1,19E-08 1,25E-08 1,33E-08 1,39E-08 1,46E-08 1,53E-08 1,60E-08 1,67E-08 1,74E-08 1,80E-08 1,88E-08 1,94E-08 2,02E-08
DCavg #
95,8%
95,8%
95,7%
95,6%
95,6%
95,5%
95,5%
95,4%
95,4%
95,4%
95,3%
95,3%
95,2%
95,2%
95,2%
MTTFd #
years
558,9
527,5
498,3
473,1
449,5
428,9
409,4
392,3
375,9
361,4
347,5
335,0
323,0
312,3
301,8
CCF #
80%
40 mm Resolution Models H
154
304
454
604
754
904
1054
1204
1354
1504
1654
1804
1954
2104
2254
Number of beams
6
11
16
21
26
31
36
41
46
51
56
61
66
72
78
Response time
ms
3
3,5
4
4,5
5
6
6,5
7
7,5
8
8,5
9,5
10
10,5
11
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9636] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0036] * 2
Protected height
mm
160
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
2110
2260
PFHd *
1,04E-08 1,10E-08 1,15E-08 1,20E-08 1,25E-08 1,30E-08 1,35E-08 1,41E-08 1,45E-08 1,51E-08 1,55E-08 1,61E-08 1,65E-08 1,71E-08 1,76E-08
DCavg #
95,8%
95,7%
95,7%
95,6%
95,6%
95,5%
95,5%
95,4%
95,4%
95,3%
95,3%
95,3%
95,3%
95,2%
95,2%
MTTFd #
years
567,2
539,8
521,7
498,5
483,0
463,0
449,6
432,2
420,5
405,3
395,0
381,5
372,4
360,4
352,2
CCF #
80%
WITH:
Nrslave1 = number of beams of slave1
Nrslave2 = number of beams of slave2
Nrmaster = number of beams of master
* IEC 61508
# ISO 13849-1
ttot = total response time
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50 mm Resolution Models H
155
305
455
605
755
905
1055
1205
1355
1505
1655
1805
1955
2105
2255
Number of beams
4
8
12
16
20
24
28
32
36
40
44
48
52
56
60
Response time
ms
2,5
3
3,5
4
4,5
5
5,5
6
6,5
7
7
8
8
9
9
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9636] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0036] * 2
Protected height
mm
160
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
2110
2260
PFHd *
1,02E-08 1,05E-08 1,09E-08 1,12E-08 1,16E-08 1,20E-08 1,24E-08 1,27E-08 1,31E-08 1,34E-08 1,38E-08 1,41E-08 1,46E-08 1,49E-08 1,53E-08
DCavg #
95,9%
95,8%
95,8%
95,7%
95,7%
95,7%
95,6%
95,6%
95,6%
95,5%
95,5%
95,5%
95,5%
95,4%
95,4%
MTTFd #
years
576,7
559,5
540,6
525,5
508,8
495,4
480,5
468,5
455,2
444,5
432,5
422,7
411,8
403,0
393,1
CCF #
80%
90 mm Resolution Models H
309
459
609
759
909
1059
1209
1359
1509
1659
1809
1959
2109
2259
Number of beams
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Response time
ms
2,5
3
3
3,5
3,5
3,5
4
4
4,5
4,5
5
5,5
6
6
Response time
(Master + 1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9636] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0036] * 2
Protected height
mm
310
460
610
760
910
1060
1210
1360
1510
1660
1810
1960
2110
2260
PFHd *
1,04E-08 1,08E-08 1,10E-08 1,14E-08 1,16E-08 1,20E-08 1,23E-08 1,26E-08 1,29E-08 1,33E-08 1,35E-08 1,39E-08 1,42E-08 1,45E-08
DCavg #
95,8%
95,7%
95,7%
95,6%
95,6%
95,5%
95,5%
95,4%
95,4%
95,3%
95,3%
95,3%
95,2%
95,2%
MTTFd #
years
570,6
556,3
545,4
532,3
522,4
510,3
501,2
490,1
481,6
471,4
463,5
454,1
446,8
438,0
CCF #
80%
Multibeam H Models
2B
3B
4B
Number of beams
2
3
4
Distance betweenthe beams
mm
500
400
300
Response time
ms
2,5
2,5
2,5
Response time
(Master +1 slave)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrmaster ) + 0,9836] * 2
Response time
(Master + 2 slaves)
ms
ttot = [0,06 * (Nrslave1 + Nrslave2 + Nrmaster ) + 1,0336] * 2
PFHd *
1,10E-08
1,15E-08
1,21E-08
DCavg #
95,6%
95,5%
95,4%
MTTFd #
years
561,0
538,8
518,4
CCF #
80%
WITH:
Nrslave1 = number of beams of slave1
Nrslave2 = number of beams of slave2
Nrmaster = number of beams of master
* IEC 61508
# ISO 13849-1
ttot = total response time
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Dimensions
LS4ER/**-***B - LS4ER/**-*** -
LS4ER/**-***F
(Emitter and Receiver)
LS4ER/**-***M – LS4ER/**-***S
(Emitter and Receiver)
Figure 27 - Emitter and Receiver
Height
Model
150 250 300 450 600 750 900 1050 1200 1350 1500 1650 1800 1950 2100 2250
A (Standard/Slave) 213 313 363 513 663 813 963 1113 1263 1413 1563 1713 1863 2013 2163 2313
A (Master/Slave2)
236
-
386 536 686 836 986 1136 1286 1436 1586 1736 1886 2036 2186 2336
B
150 250 300 450 600 750 900 1050 1200 1350 1500 1650 1800 1950 2100 2250
Fastening
2 LE TYPE brackets with 2 inserts
3 LE TYPE brackets with 3 inserts
Height
Model
2B
3B
4B
A (Standard/Slave)
653
953
1053
A (Master/Slave2)
677
977
1077
B
590
890
990
Fastening
2 LE TYPE brackets with 2 inserts
Figure 28 - inserts and ST204 fastening brackets (provided)
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Figure 29 - Fastening brackets ST206
Figure 30 - Fastening brackets ST207S
Figure 31 - Deflection mirrors
Figure 32 - Fastening brackets for mirrors
Model
H
SP100S
250
SP300S
400
SP400S
540
SP600S
715
SP700S
885
SP900S
1060
SP1100S
1230
SP1200S
1400
SP1300S
1450
SP1500S
1600
SP1600S
1750
SP1800S
1900
M8 Inserts
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CHECKOUTS AND MAINTENANCE
Functional checks
� Functional checks should be carried out on a frequent (e.g. daily) basis, depending
on the risk.
To perform a functional check follow the method below which uses a test object.
� The correct test object must be used for the test, depending on light curtain
resolution. Refer to the Accessories/Spares chapter (page 36) for the correct
ordering code.
Referring to Figure 33:
•
Insert the test object in the protected area and move it slowly up and down, first at
the centre and then close to both the Emitter and Receiver.
•
For Multibeam models: using an opaque object, interrupt the beams one by one,
first of all at the centre and then close to the Emitter and Receiver.
•
Check that, in each phase of test object movement, the red led on the Receiver
always remains ON.
Figure 33 – Efficiency check
The LS4 light curtain does not require any specific maintenance; however, it is good
practice to clean the front protective surfaces of the mirrors of the Emitter and Receiver.
Clean with a damp cloth; in very dusty environments, after cleaning the front surface,
spray with an anti-stat product.
Never use abrasive or corrosive products, solvents or alcohol that could damage the
part to be cleaned or wool cloths in order to prevent electrifying the front surface.
� Even very fine scratching of the front plastic surfaces may increase the width of the
beam emitted by the light curtain, thereby impairing its efficiency in the presence of
reflecting side surfaces.
� Therefore, during cleaning, it is essential to dedicate particular attention to the front
window of the light curtain, in particular in environments characterised by abrasive
powders (e.g. cement works etc).
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Troubleshooting
The indications provided by the leds on the Emitter and Receiver make it possible to trace the
cause of any system malfunction. As indicated in the “LIGHT SIGNALS” paragraph of this manual, in
the case of a fault, the system switches to stop status and the leds of each unit indicate the type
of fault that has occurred. (See the tables below). The numbers of the leds are referred to Figure
25.
EMITTER
MEANING
THREE-COLOUR LED
(Red/Green/Orange)
REMEDY
Irregular connection of
pins 2 and 4
RED
2 consecutive flashes
- Check connections of pins 2 & 4.
Internal failure
RED
3/4 consecutive flashes
- Send to M.D. for repair.
Master and slave not
compatible
RED
5 consecutive flashes
- Check model compatibility
Awaiting communication
Master/Slave
4
ORANGE
Flashing
- Check condition of the Master.
- If in FAIL condition, check the type of
fault.
- If the fault persists, send the device to
M.D. laboratories for repair.
Loss of Master/Slave
communication
5
ORANGE
2 consecutive flashes
- Check Master/Slave connections.
- Reset of the system.
- If the fault persists, send Master and
Slave to M.D. laboratories for repair
RECEIVER
MEANING
TWO-COLOUR (Red/Green)
REMEDY
Incorrect configuration
RED
2 consecutive flashes - Check connections.
Interfering emitter
detected
RED
4 consecutive flashes
Carefully locate the interfering Emitter and
take action in one of the following ways:
- Reduce the range of the interfering
Emitter from High to Low
- Swap over the position of Emitter and
Receiver
- Move the interfering Emitter so that it
does not illuminate the Receiver
- Shield the beams emitted by the
interfering Emitter using opaque
protections
OSSD outputs error
RED
5 consecutive flashes
- Check connections.
- If the fault persists, send to M.D. for
repair.
Internal failure
RED
6/7 consecutive
flashes
- Send the device to M.D. laboratories for
repair
Incorrect Master/Slave
connections
6
RED
8 consecutive flashes
- Check Master/Slave connections
- If the fault persists, send the device to
M.D. laboratories for repair.
Table 19 - Troubleshooting
In any case, if a system stoppage occurs, switch the system off and on again to check
whether the incorrect behaviour of the system is to be ascribed to transitory
electromagnetic disturbances.
If the malfunction persists:
•
Check that electrical connections are correct and undamaged;
•
Check that supply voltage levels comply with those indicated in the technical data.
4 Indication present only on Slave light curtains
5 Indication present only on Master and Slave light curtains
6 Indication present only on Master and Slave2 light curtain
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•
Check that the Emitter and the Receiver are correctly aligned and that front
surfaces are perfectly clean.
•
It is advisable to keep the power supply of the light curtain separate from that of
other electric power equipments (electric motors, inverters, frequency variators) or
other sources of disturbance.
� If it is not possible to trace the cause of the malfunction and eliminate this, stop the
machine and contact the M.D. assistance service.
If the checks suggested are not sufficient to restore the correct operation of the system, please
send the device, with all its parts, to the M.D. laboratories, clearly indicating:
•
product code number (P/N field shown in the product label);
•
serial number (S/N field shown in the product label);
•
date of purchase;
•
period of operation;
•
type of application;
•
detected fault.
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Accessories/Spares
MODEL
ITEM
SB 400
SB400 safety module
SB 400 M
SB400M safety module with muting function
CD12M/0H-050A3
Straight M12 5-pin female connector with 5-m cable
CD12M/0H-050C3
90° M12 5-pin female connector with 5-m cable
CD12M/0H-150A3
Straight M12 5-pin female connector with 15-m cable
CD12M/0H-150C3
90° M12 5-pin female connector with 15-m cable
CD12M/0E-050A1
Straight M12 8-pin female connector with 5m cable
CD12M/0E-100A1
Straight M12 8-pin female connector with 10m cable
CD12M/0E-150A1
Straight M12 8-pin female connector with 15m cable
CD12M/0E-050C1
90° M12 8-pin female connector with 5m cable
CD12M/0E-100C1
90° M12 8-pin female connector with 10m cable
CD12M/0E-150C1
0.3m cable with 2 straight M12 5-pin female connectors
CDP12/0H-003AC
3m cable with 2 straight M12 5-pin female connectors
CDP12/0H-030AC
5m cable with 2 straight M12 5-pin female connectors
CDP12/0H-050AC
10m cable with 2 straight M12 5-pin female connectors
CDP12/0H-100AC
Test rod diameter 30mm
ST 2230
Test rod diameter 40mm
ST 2240
Test rod diameter 50mm
ST 2250
Set of 4 fastening accessories (brackets, inserts and bolts)
for models up to 1050
ST 204 4S
Set of 6 fastening accessories(brackets, inserts and bolts)
for models from 1200
ST 204 6S
Set of 4 vibration-damping supports (for models h=150)
ST 4V S
Set of 8 vibration-damping supports (for models h=300÷1050)
ST 8V S
Set of 12 vibration-damping supports (for models h=1200÷1500)
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GUARANTEE
All new LS4 systems are guaranteed by M.D. for a period of 12 (twelve) months under
normal working conditions, against defects due to faulty materials and workmanship.
During the aforesaid period, M.D. promises to replace faulty parts free of charge. This
guarantee covers both material and labour.
M.D. reserves the right to decide whether to repair equipment or replace it with
equipment of the same type or having the same characteristics.
The validity of this guarantee is subject to the following conditions:
•
The user must notify M.D. of the fault within twelve months following the date of
delivery of the product.
•
The equipment and all parts thereof must be in the condition in which they were
supplied by M.D..
•
The defect or malfunction must not arise directly or indirectly from:
- Improper use
- Non-observance of the instructions for use;
- Negligence, inexperience, improper maintenance;
- Repairs, modifications and adjustments carried out by personnel not authorised by
M.D., tampering, etc.;
- Accidents or collisions (also during transportation or due to acts of God);
- Other reasons for which M.D. cannot be held responsible.
Repairs will be carried out at M.D.’s laboratories, to which the material must be
consigned or forwarded: transport costs and any damage or loss of material during
transportation will be charged to the Customer.
All replaced products and parts are property of M.D..
M.D. does not recognise any other form of guarantee or rights other than those expressly
stated above; no requests for compensation for damages incurred for costs, suspension
of activities or any other events or circumstances related in any way to malfunctioning of
the product or any parts thereof will be taken into consideration.
Do not dispose of WEEE as mixed urban waste, arrange separate collection.
Contact
the
appropriate
authorized
collection
points
or
the
manufacturer. (2012/19/UE)
Precise, complete compliance with all the indications and warnings indicated in this manual is essential for correct
operation of the light curtain. Therefore, M.D. Micro Detectors S.p.A. declines any responsibility for defects caused by
even partial non-compliance with such indications.
Characteristics liable to modifications without prior notice. • Complete or partial reproduction is forbidden without M.D.’s prior authorisation.