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Photo Eyes

The wide variety of photoelectric sensors with their varying function characteristics solves almost every "detection problem".

• Throughbeam - Throughbeam sensors consist of transmitter and receiver, which are contained in separate housings. The beam of the transmitter travels the whole light path only once.
• Retro-Reflective - With retro-reflective sensors, the transmitter and receiver are combined in one housing. The beam of the transmitter meets the reflector and is redirected to the receiver of the sensor.
• Retro-Reflective Sensors with Polarisation Filter - Highly reflective objects, such as mirror-like metal parts could cause switching errors. Those problems are avoided with polarised light filters.
• Energetic Diffuse Reflection Scanners - The transmitter's beam is returned by the surface to be scanned itself. The scanning range of such a sensor is depending on its performance abilities and the reflection properties of the scanned surface.
• Diffuse Reflection Light Scanners with Fading
• Diffuse Reflection Scanners with Background Suppression

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Safety Light Curtains

Reliable hand and finger protection is the highest priority here. This is the application area of Leuze electronic Safety Light Curtains. And when it comes to guarding machines in automatic operation on the most compact construction designs possible, Leuze electronic Safety Light Curtains are the very best solution. The Safety Light Curtains comply with the universal standards IEC/EN 61496-1 and -2 and can be used both as hand and finger protection and horizontal for person presence detection. They meet the highest requirements in this respect for integration capability, availability and cost effectiveness.

• COMPACT type 4 EX1
• Type 4 COMPACTplus-b, COMPACTplus-m & COMPACTplus-i
• SafetyLab - Diagnostic and Parameterizing Software
• SOLID-4 / SOLID-4E type 4
• SOLID-2 / SOLID-2E type 2
• Type 4 MLD 500
• Type 2 MLD 300
• Safety Sensor Sets MLDSET-M01 and CPSET-M01/M02, -M03/M04, -M05/06, -M07/08 CPSET-M11, -M12, -M13, -M20, -M23, -M24

Single Light Beam Safety Devices

If there is no level setup surface on the machine, and therefore the application of Multiple Light Beam Safety Devices is ruled out, danger zones can be efficiently guarded with Single Light Beam Safety Devices. There are no unmonitored undercuts. Whether the application involves printing machines or packaging machines, whether it's in a conveyor/storage system or in other industries with safety-related automation, our Single Light Beam Safety Devices perform the most diverse detection, identification and protection tasks like lightning. The individual sensor series with their various housing construction forms and functionalities enable the designer to provide optimum integration into the existing machine concept.

• Type 4
  • MLD 500 & SLS 78R
• Type 2
  • LS 763, SLSR 8, SLSR 25B, SLSR 46B, SLS 96 & SLS 318

Leuze BCL 8 is a new wave in technology. It is the world's smallest barcode reader but not small in capability. It has a protection rating of IP 67. Its very small size makes it easy to mount in many small places. It is made out of metal (die cast zinc) making it very durable. For easy connection to the BCL 8 a MA 8 can be used. There are many different types of mounting systems and connecting cables for Leuze Lumiflex BCL 8.

• Reading distance of 40 to 160mm (depending on version and module size)
• Only available in single line scanner
• 600 scans/s scanning rate
• Can read many different code types
• Beam outlet can be ordered as straight or perpendicular
• RS 232 interface

Safety Locking Devices

Leuze electronic is pleased to offer safety switches and safety interlocking devices. Safety switches are used for monitoring moveable hard guards such as protective doors, removable cages or flaps. An E-stop command is triggered when the guards are opened. All of these devices have contact sets for control related integration up to category 4. The portfolio also includes safety position switches and safety hinge switches, which provides you with the perfect solution for many applications.

Safety Locking Devices keep the protective door locked and therefore prevent inadmissible access by people. The access to the danger zone is only released by an electric signal when either the dangerous movement has stopped (personnel protection) or an uninterruptible work process has been finished (machine protection). All Leuze electronic Safety Switches and Locking Devices are configured with their robust design for use in tough industrial applications and prove their value under the most demanding operational conditions.

Colour, Contrast & Luminescence Sensors

• Contrast Scanner - Contrast scanners are high-resolution, energetic diffuse reflection scanners which differentiate between objects and/or object colours by grey values. This means that the brightness and shininess of the object or object colour strongly affect the measurement result. Contrast scanners have focusing optics and a special light-spot geometry.
• Color Scanners - Colour sensors are diffuse reflection scanners which break down object colours into their different spectral components using a special combination of transmitter light. The different spectral composition of the received light is analysed by the sensor and compared with values stored previously in the sensor.
• Luminescence Scanners - Luminescence scanners are energetic diffuse reflection scanners which illuminate luminescing materials by means of their special UV transmission light. The resulting visible light is detected by the luminescence sensor. Some of these luminescent materials are invisible and are available in a variety of solid and fluid forms.

Optical Distance & Light Section Sensors

These sensors function with red, infrared or laser light. Through the use of various receiving elements, such as CCD lines or a PSD element, the performance of the sensor can be adapted to the application or the given requirements. With these devices, various measurement techniques are used for distance determination. These include, among others: triangulation, phase measurement and the pulse propagation time technique. The accuracy of the measurement result is almost completely independent of differences in object colour. All systems can be adapted to a given application using configuration software.

Light section sensors work according to the triangulation principle. Using transmission optics a laser beam is expanded to a line and aimed at a measurement object. The light remitted by the object is monitored by a position sensitive planar detector (CMOS camera). Depending on the distance of the measurement object the laser line is projected to a different position on the planar detector. By means of this position the distance of the measurement object can be calculated. The sensor outputs 2D measurement values. It is possible to produce 3D profile data by including the movement of the measurement object.

Ultrasonic Distance Sensors

With these sensors, acoustic waves are transmitted and are reflected by the objects which are to be detected. The propagation time of the acoustic waves reflected back to the sensor is measured and the distance to the object calculated. This physical principle is particularly well suited for the detection of fluid-, powder-, and transparent media. The switching signals and distance information are available via digital or analog outputs. Application specific parameters can be set directly on the sensor using programming software.

• Measurement ranges to 6000mm
• Outputs:
  • 2 switching outputs
  • analogue current output
  • analogue voltage output
• Operating principles:
  • HRTU models with background suppression
  • VRTU models with foreground and background suppression

AS-Interface Safety at Work

Flexibility and fast diagnostics are becoming increasingly more important for automation technology in modern production systems, which of course also applies to safety technology. At the same time, every automation level makes its own demands on communication. While Ethernet-based systems are increasingly used at the guidance, control and field level, AS-Interface (AS-i) has established itself at the sensor/actuator level.

When compared with conventional point-to-point wiring, AS-i pushes to the fore with its low installation, wiring and connection costs. Suitable gateways create connections to higher-level field bus systems.

• Safety Laser Scanner type 3
• Safety Light Curtains type 4
• Multiple Light Beam Safety Devices type 4
• AS-i Safety Monitor category 4
• Safe AS-i coupler module

Safety Relays

With Safety Relays of the MSI series, depending on the application, opto-electronic safety sensors or Safety Switches can be connected to the safety circuit of the machine control system. The interfaces must be right here. In addition to high reliability and service life, small construction dimensions are often also required. The MSI Safety Relays take these requirements into account with their mechanical and electrical design in an ideal way, and also enable an economical integration into many kinds of safety-related faulty connection situations.

Configurable MSI Safety Relays connect safety sensors with the machine control system. The devices are highly reliable and have long life times, and with their compact, connectionoptimized design enable fast and space-saving integration into the cabinet. MSI modules are set up like safety control units in redundant switching systems. In contrast to the control units, they do not have to be programmed. The devices satisfy PL e in accordance EN ISO 13849-1 and provide various safety-relevant additional functions, such as start/restart interlock, contactor monitoring, test monitoring of type 2 sensors, single/doublecycle control or Muting.

With their easy handling during start-up, flexible configuration option and extensive on-board functionality, the MSI 100 and MSI 200 programmable Safety Controllers offer an optimum system solution for small- to medium size machines. Advantageous for all applications is the simple extensibility through safe I/O modules and through communication modules for integrating in fieldbus networks. Based on MSIsafesoft programming software, the Safety Device facilitate the efficient integration, communication and coordination of a machine's safety sensors through the use of function modules and logic blocks. The combination of innovative connection systems (either screw terminal or spring-cage terminal), compact and space-saving styles, as well as the clear design result in the simple implementation of safety applications.

• Robot cells
• Automatic processing centers
• Packaging machines
• Tool manufacturing
• Automated transfer stations

Leuze LSIS 400i Series Smart Cameras

• Easy configuration via the integrated webConfig tool facilitates and simplifies application setup.
• Homogeneous illumination of the entire field of view for considerably better results than with conventional LED illumination.
• Easy commissioning and connection through M12 connection technology and intelligent fastening concept.
• Integrated connectivity offers easy configuration with Ethernet interface, exchange of process data via RS 232 interface and 8 digital, configurable inputs/outputs.
• Suitable for industrial use: metal housing with glass window and protection class IP 65.
• Flexibility through motor-driven focus adjustment and storage of the lot-specific camera distance in the test program; as a result, no manual focusing is necessary on the device.
• Simple diagnostics through bilingual display with buttons and LED status displays.
• Extensive selection of accessories simplifies installation, wiring and fastening.

Leuze Series 318 Cylindrical Sensors

• Flush fitting & short: The universal series in metrical M18 construction
• Throughbeam, Laser throughbeam, & Protective throughbeam photoelectric sensors
• Retro-reflective photoelectric sensors with and without polarisation filter
• Retro-reflective photoelectric sensors for detection of clear glass
• Laser retro-reflective photoelectric sensors
• Energetic scanners for various operating ranges
• Energetic scanners with V-optics for background suppression
• High switching frequency for detection of fast events

Leuze Cubic 8 Series Photoelectric Switches

• Multifunctional series with metal housing featuring all operating principles
• Apart from the standard throughbeam photoelectric sensor, retro-reflective photoelectric sensor, and diffuse reflection light scanner products, the devices of Series 8 also offer many additional advantages over other products.
• Switching outputs: Low impedance push-pull outputs with very high immunity to interference, PNP and NPN compatible (All-In-One), Symmetric response behaviour
• Increased temperature range -40°C to +60°C
• Switching frequency up to 8kHz
• Housing materials: Safe to use in applications involving foodstuffs, No diffusion leakage, Resistant to chemicals
• Various mounting options: Mounting holes, Blind holes, Dovetail

Leuze Label Sensors

• Wide range of models with robust metal housing and glass cover
• Switching, optical, ultrasonic, and capacitive sensors for a wide range of materials and applications
• Push-pull, PNP or NPN switching outputs
• High switching frequency of up to 8000Hz for detection of fast events
• Mouth widths from 1mm to 5mm
• Connection via M8 or M12 connector or cable
• Simple sensitivity adjustment by means of potentiometer or teach-in for optimal adaptation to the application

Leuze Lumiflex, Inc. offers an extensive line of safety and automation products including Safety Light Curtains and Grids, state of the art Laser Area Scanners, Opto-Electronic devices including a full line of Sensor Products, Bar-Code Readers for both Standard and 2-D applications as well as innovative Optical Data Transmission Systems. Leuze Lumiflex, Inc. started in 1994 as US-subsidiary of the German-based Leuze Electronic Group founded in 1963 and employing over 1750 people on all five continents. Today, Leuze Lumiflex, Inc. has become a major factor in the North American safety and automation marketplace.

With a steady stream of innovative products addressing the needs of the consumer, Leuze Lumiflex is accomplishing the task of producing products that are designed to be reliable and durable while still being user friendly. With a dedicated and knowledgeable sales force Leuze Lumiflex offers dependable service, technical assistance and an unrivaled approach to solving even the most difficult applications. The Leuze Group proves that classical but highly specialised mechanical engineering and optoelectronic sensor systems have one thing in common: Success through innovation and products straight in line with our customers' specification. Consequently, for our customers the diversification of the Leuze Group stands for a long lasting, mutually beneficial relationship.

For more than 40 years Leuze Electronic has been developing optoelectronic sensors, identification systems, machine vision systems, data transmission systems, as well as optoelectronic systems for safety at work and industrial automation. Strong-qualified field sales team comprehensively serve the market. The team is backed by a central Customer Support Center in order to garantee maximum customer orienation. A 24-hour service hotline is available around the clock. One basic prerequisite for the successful execution of work for the benefit of Leuze Electronic customers is the certification of all Leuze Group companies according to ISO 9001.

The main requirements made of modern production plants are productivity as well as flexibility when it comes to products and quantities. Safety technology, being an integral component of these plants, must also meet up to this challenge. Leuze's objective is to make safety sensors and analyzing units that provide effective personal safety in line with international safety standards that do not interfere with processes yet allow economical integration into various machine and plant concepts. We are proud to be one of the technological leaders in the area of optoelectronic safety technology. Observation of international quality and safety standards, tested by recognized certified testing centers like TUV and BIA, guarantees that Leuze Lumiflex products are accepted the world over and that their high quality can be maintained. Active participation on international standards boards ensures that our safety technology is always state-of-the-art. Our development processes and the safety management practiced in our company have been certified according to IEC 61508-1.

Our Leuze Electronic distributors warehouse stocks some Leuze Electronic products enabling us to further assist you in finding the correct Leuze Sensors in the USA. It will be very helpful if you have the Leuze Scanner part numbers ready, then our sales representatives can provide you with a pricing and availability quote for Leuze Electronic Safety Light Curtains that you are looking for in seconds. If you do not have the part numbers for Leuze Photoelectric Sensors, our application engineers will be able to help you figure out the part numbers and get the price quote to you as soon as possible.

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