ifm electronic gmbh Datasheets for Light Curtains

Light curtains are photoelectric transmitters that project infrared beams to a receiver. They are used to guard openings and work spaces in or around machinery. When an opaque object interrupts the infrared beam, a stop signal is sent to the hazardous process to protect personnel or equipment.


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Product Name Notes
For 8-pole sockets the core colours are not standardised. Please note the wiring of the sensor and the sockets (see data sheet).
Easy connection of the muting sensors directly to the safety light grid Muting arms with pre-mounted sensors for rapid set-up Parallel or crossbeam muting version for detection of variable object...
Extremely long range of up to 60 m Reliable protection of hazardous areas and gates Complies with the requirements of type 4 to IEC 61496 Protected area width adjustable on...
High protection rating for the requirements of the food and beverage industry Resistant to steam and high-pressure cleaning thanks to protective tube Reliable protection of hazardous areas and gates Complies...
Reliable protection of hazardous areas and gates Complies with the requirements of type 2 to IEC 61496 Wide range selectable on the unit Slim, robust design for use in harsh...
Reliable protection of hazardous areas and gates Complies with the requirements of type 4 to IEC 61496 Wide range selectable on the unit Slim, robust design for use in harsh...
Single-sided wiring as transmitter and receiver are integrated in one housing Reliable protection of hazardous areas and gates Complies with the requirements of type 4 to IEC 61496 Wide range...
With floating blanking Reliable protection of hazardous areas and gates For the safe material feed on presses in the metal-working and wood-working industries Complies with the requirements of type 4...