Laser scanners

The ROD 300 series laser scanners for measurement tasks in production and the ROD 500 series for AGV navigation ensure manufacturing and logistics processes can be designed for maximum efficiency. The devices are equipped with LiDAR technology (Light Detection and Ranging). The integrated window monitoring supports predictive maintenance and thus enables high system availability. Thanks to the compact design of 80 x 80 x 80 mm, the laser scanners can also be perfectly integrated into confined production environments and small automated guided vehicles (AGVs). The high angular resolution of 0.025° means measurement tasks in production can be carried out with the highest level of detail and production processes can be implemented extremely efficiently, including in terms of resources. With a scanning frequency of 80 Hz, even fast-moving objects in intralogistics are reliably detected – for example during container inspections. In this way, continuous conveyors can be automated with the highest possible throughput.

The devices in the ROD 4 series scan their environment using a quickly-rotating laser measurement beam. Objects can thereby be detected both directly in front of the device as well as at long distances and their contours measured. With an opening angle of 190° and a measurement distance of up to 65 m, the laser scanner can monitor an area of one hectare. Measurement data is output via a serial or Ethernet interface. The optional heating makes the scanner suitable for operation at temperatures as low as -20°C.
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New laser scanner series with LiDAR technology for contour measurement and navigation

Maximum efficiency in manufacturing and logistics processes thanks to high angle resolution and predictive maintenance

The new laser scanners in the ROD 300 series for contour measurement and the ROD 500 series as a high-resolution variant for navigation tasks are characterized by high scanning rates with simultaneously high angular resolution. Manufacturing and logistics processes can thus be designed with maximum efficiency. With a scanning frequency of 80 Hz, even fast-moving objects can be reliably detected. The integrated window monitoring supports predictive maintenance and ensures high system availability. Thanks to their compact design, the laser scanners can also be integrated into confined production environments and small automated guided vehicles (AGVs).

Advantages for you

  • Maximum precision and attention to detail thanks to high angular resolution The precise detection and contour measurement of different parts in production means that manufacturing processes can be carried out with maximum efficiency, including in terms of the use of resources. The high resolution also allows automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to be positioned very precisely.
  • Detection of fast objects thanks to high scanning frequency of 80 Hz Thanks to the high scanning frequency of 80 Hz, fast-moving objects on continuous conveyors can be reliably detected, thus maximizing system efficiency.
  • Predictive maintenance through window monitoring: The integrated window monitoring allows soiling to be detected in good time, and high system availability can be achieved through predictive maintenance.
  • Excellent integration due to compact design: Thanks to its compact size of just 80 x 80 x 80 mm, the laser scanner can be integrated into the smallest installation spaces in production and intralogistics as well as in AGVs.
  • For use in high and low temperature ranges: Whether for deep-freeze storage or applications with increased temperature requirements, such as in the battery manufacturing environment, the ROD 300/500 can be used from -30°C to 60°C.
  • Robust design: The new ROD 300/500 laser scanner has a robust design thanks to protection class IP 67, the high-quality aluminum base and the built-in 905 nm laser diode.

Highlights

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Predictive maintenance through window monitoring

The 300/500 series laser scanners can check the window for contamination by monitoring the window. If the set warning threshold is exceeded, a maintenance message is issued. Predictive maintenance allows a high level of system availability to be achieved.

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Flexible integration thanks to compact design

Thanks to their compact design of 80 x 80 x 80 mm, the laser scanners are ideal for integration in small installation spaces in mobile vehicles and in applications where space is limited.

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Robust design and wide temperature range

The ROD 300/500 series laser scanners stand out for their robust housing and a wide temperature range. They can be used in environments from -30°C to +60°C and are suitable for applications at low temperatures in the deep-freeze sector as well as for high temperature requirements, such as those in battery production.

Applications

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Contour measurement in production

Requirement:
Before parts are fed into an automated painting system, their contours must be measured so that the paint can then be applied in a targeted manner. The surface of the parts must not impact the precision of the contour determination.

Solution:
With their high resolution of 0.025°, the laser scanners of the ROD 500 series can precisely determine the contours of the parts, even with different surfaces (high-gloss or matt). The exact contour measurement allows the paint to be applied precisely to the object.

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Navigation of automated guided vehicles (AGV) 

Requirement:
An AGV is to be used to transport materials in a warehouse. The first step is to map the environment before the AGV executes the goods movements.

Solution:
With their very high resolution of 0.025°, the ROD 500 series laser scanners can map their surroundings with extreme precision and thus create an initial map of the warehouse environment. During ongoing logistics operations, the ROD 500 is ideal for natural navigation of the AGV and for avoiding collisions.

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Media control

Requirement:
A video wall is to be used interactively. The cursor movements of a classic mouse will be imitated by the user’s hand or individual fingers. A sensor is needed to scan the entire interaction surface and output where the hands are located.

Solution:
A ROD 300 laser scanner is mounted above the media wall. With its scanning plane directly above the display, it localizes all objects located in the scanning area. The scanner outputs the position of the objects and the objects are assigned to the movements via a conversion. This means that one person can control the media wall with the associated software.

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Contour detection in warehouse logistics

Requirement:
In a logistics center, pallets need to be checked for contours during both storage and retrieval so that the subsequent logistics processes can be carried out smoothly. The check must not be affected by whether the pallets are loaded with a single or mixed type of goods, or by the surface of the goods.

Solution:
Two ROD 300 series laser scanners are mounted above the continuous conveyor. This allows the contour of the pallets to be measured before they are stored or retrieved. The laser scanners deliver stable measured values regardless of the pallet load or the surface of the goods (high-gloss or matt).

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Container checking

Requirement:
In a logistics center, containers on the conveyor system are to be checked to see if they are filled with goods or not. The speed of the continuous conveyor should be maximized to achieve maximum system efficiency.

Solution:
A ROD 300 series laser scanner is mounted above the conveyor system. The frequency of the individual scans of the ROD 300 can be increased so that the blind areas between two measurements are minimized and the objects can be detected even faster. This maximizes production throughput and system efficiency

Technical features

Feature ROD 300 ROD 500
Scanning angle 275° 275°
Angular resolution 0.1° at 40 Hz
0.2° at 80 Hz
0.2° at 50 Hz
0.025° at 10 Hz
0.05° at 20 Hz
0.1° at 40 Hz
0.2° at 80 Hz
0.2° at 50 Hz
Measuring distance 5.5 m at 2%
10 m at 10%
25 m at 90%
5.5 m at 2%
10 m at 10%
25 m at 90%
Interfaces EtherNet (TCP/ UDP) EtherNet (TCP/ UDP)
Protection class IP67 IP67
Dimensions 79 mm x 85 mm x 80 mm 79 mm x 85 mm x 80 mm
Temperature range -30°C – 60°C -30°C – 60°C
LED wavelength 905 nm 905 nm
Function Measuring Measuring (high-resolution version)

ROD 300/500 – Laser scanner – Product information (PDF, ~1 MB)