Safety laser scanners
Highlights
Unique technology for robust operation
With the RSL 400, the entire transmitting/receiving system rotates creating an especially narrow and uniform laser spot over the entire scanning range. This provides the devices with a high angular resolution of 0.1°, making them very adept at filtering objects that are not safety-relevant, such as dust and particles in the air.
Efficiently monitored
With the 270° scanning angle and operating range of up to 8.25 m, the RSL 400 can safeguarding even large areas with just one device. The 2-in-1 solution makes the devices even more efficient: by means of 2 independent protective functions, each with its own safety output, the RSL 400 performs the tasks of two devices.
Removable connection unit
The connection unit of the RSL 400 is removable and can be mounted separately. The scanning head thus remains protected and can simply be attached afterwards.
Fast device exchange: It takes less than 30 seconds to swap out the scanner: turn two screws by 90° and replace the scanner head. Without realignment, readjusting and configuration effort, as the configuration memory is integrated in the connection unit
Three communication options
Suitable access is always guaranteed with three means of communication for configuration and diagnosis. In addition, all RSL 400 models are already network-capable thanks to the standard Ethernet-TCP/IP interface, e.g. for diagnosis via central access points.
- Ethernet TCP/IP
- USB (from RSL 420)
- Bluetooth
Integrated display
The large characters on the integrated display are easily visible even from a distance. Various functions and messages are thereby always in view.
- The built-in electronic spirit level allows for quick alignment of the device
- Output of messages and details on protective field violations
- Call up the signature (CRC checksum) without PC
Particularly easy
Integration is particularly easy with the RSL 410, using an 8-pin M12 connector.
Connector or cable
Connection units for the RSL 420 to 445 models are available with plugs or cables in selectable lengths.
200 configurable fields
100 switchable field pairs or 50 switchable 4-field sets offer optimum adaptation to various movement conditions, e.g., with AGVs or robots. With its two parallel protective functions, the RSL 400 works like two devices in one, or it can provide an additional, upstream protective field. In the PROFIsafe version, the RSL 400 monitors even four protective fields simultaneously.
100 switchable field pairs:
1 protective field + 1 warning field
10 switchable 4-field sets:
1 protective field + 3 warning fields
2 x 10 field pairs, independently switchable:
1 protective field + 1 warning field each
50 switchable 4-field sets:
2 protective fields + 2 warning fields
PROFIsafe: also 4 protective fields
Safe in the network
- Scanner head with PROFIsafe function, removable connection unit with integrated PROFINET switch
- For use in star, line and ring topologies
- Supports PROFINET Conformance Class C and Isochronous Real Time communication (IRT)
Replace without network interruption
The 2-port PROFINET switch is integrated in the removable connection unit. The network functions are retained without interruption even if the scanner is replaced.
PROFINET connection with M12 connections
- PROFINET connection unit with industrial M12 connectors for 2-port switch and voltage supply
- Model 4x M12 with additional output for the voltage supply of multiple devices in series connection
PROFINET connection, AIDA-compliant
- AIDA-compliant PROFINET connection unit with push-pull connectors
- Network connection via copper or fiber optic cable
Application
Guarding of hazardous areas
Requirement:
The hazardous working range of the machine is to be guarded against entry by and the presence of persons. The contour of the monitored area is to be adapted to the contour of the machine.
Solution:
The RSL 400 safety laser scanners use configurable protective fields for area monitoring. Thanks to the 8.25 m operating range and 270° scanning range, large areas can be guarded with just one device.
Restart protection and monitoring of hidden areas
Requirement:
To prevent danger, the process is not permitted to restart until it has been ensured that no persons are in the work area or in the hidden area.
Solution:
The RSL 400 safety laser scanners monitor the presence of persons with a configurable protective field. The device is connected via the I/O interface or – for integration in industrial Ethernet networks – via the PROFIsafe/PROFINET interface.
Guarding and navigation of automated guided vehicles (AGVs)
Requirement:
The transportation path of the AGV must be guarded by means of safety sensors. The protective fields are to be flexibly adapted to the movement and loading situation. If the principle of natural navigation is used, the device is at the same time to provide the measurement data for the navigation software.
Solution:
The RSL 400 safety laser scanner merges safety technology and high-quality measurement value output in a single device. It has a scanning range of 270° and 100 switchable field pairs. Two scanners therefore provide optimum guarding of the AGV. The measurement data has a high angular resolution of 0.1° and a low measurement error.
Access guarding using sensors outside of working range
Requirement:
Access to dangerous areas by persons and vehicles is to be monitored using safety sensor technology. The sensors must not hinder free movement within the working range.
Solution:
The RSL 400 safety laser scanner is installed above the access area and the protective field is aligned vertically. This ensures that the working range is not restricted. By using two safety functions working in parallel, one RSL 400 can monitor two stations simultaneously and independently from each other.
Article list
- Number of field pairs: 1
- Number of OSSDs: 2 Piece(s)
- Functions: Four-field mode
- Number of field pairs: 1
- Number of OSSDs: 2 Piece(s)
- Functions: Four-field mode, Dynamic contactor monitoring (EDM...
- Number of field pairs: 1
- Number of OSSDs: 2 Piece(s)
- Functions: Four-field mode