Safety light curtain for hand protection

Work without disruption with optimum protection

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The closely meshed beam field of the safety light curtains PSENopt and PSENopt II is ideal for all applications requiring hand protection. The benefit: You position the safety light curtains close to the danger zone, so saving valuable space. That way your employees have optimum protection and the workflow is not disrupted. Ideal for production plants with limited space. In conjunction with our safe control technology, you get a safe and economical complete solution for your plant.

Safety light curtain PSENopt – Wide range of application options

The safety light curtains in the PSENopt series are versatile in their application. In addition to the Basic Type 2 light curtains, the PSENopt Advanced offers expanded functionalities such as muting, blanking and cascading. With its slimline design and cascading function, the PSENopt slim is ideal for space-critical applications.

  • For use in applications up to PL c (Type 2) and PL e (Type 4) in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1
  • Expanded functions such as muting, blanking, cascading
  • Narrow design saves space and costs
  • Fast, simple assembly, installation and commissioning
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Safety light curtain PSENopt II – Robust in use

As the units are so robust, PSENopt II safety light curtains provide protection against shock, collision and vibration and are therefore ideal for use in rugged industrial environments. In addition to the Type 4 safety light curtains for applications up to PL e, the Type 3 safety light curtain can be used up to PL d – with UL certification. The available muting arms also mean there are no problems implementing muting applications.

  • Shock resistant up to 50 g
  • Robust to dust and dirt contamination
  • Temperature range from -25°C to +60°C
  • For use in applications up to PL d (Type 3) and PL e (Type 4) in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1
  • Increased safety as there are no dead zones (except with protected field height of 150 mm)
  • Connection: Receiver and transmitter each have 1 x pigtail M12, 5-pin
  • Dimensions: 35 x 40 mm
  • Several safety light curtains can be installed in close proximity thanks to coding
  • Simple wiring and assembly
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A wide selection of accessories is available for both product groups PSENopt and PSENopt II – from deviating mirrors and post protectors through to muting arms. You'll find the appropriate cables, connectors and adapters under Connection technology. Why not take a look!

Benefits

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  • Certified safety: Type 3 safety light curtain for applications up to PL d of EN IEC 61496 as well as Type 4 safety light curtains available
  • Ideal for confined spaces
  • High productivity: fast reaction times and no dead zones
  • User-friendly diagnostics via LEDs to reduce downtimes
  • Simple and fast assembly
  • With a shock resistance of 50 g, PSENopt II are suitable for use in rugged industrial environments.
  • One-stop shop: safe controller, safety light curtain and comprehensive services and training offer

Space-optimised applications with safety light curtain for hand protection

Our safety light curtains PSENopt and PSENopt II provide an ideal safeguard for hand protection applications and optimise space. When combined with our safe control technology, you get a safe and economical complete solution for your plant.

Multi-sided safeguarding of press lines with safety light curtain PSENopt II and two mirror columns

Multi-sided safeguarding of press lines with safety light curtain PSENopt II and two mirror columns

  • Safeguarding the entrance and exit area for tool changes
  • Save space, costs and installation time

 

Access guarding and rear access protection with safety light curtain PSENopt Advanced with integrated cascading function

Access guarding and rear access protection with safety light curtain PSENopt Advanced with integrated cascading function

  • Simple safeguarding of adjacent protected fields, such as the front, top and back of a machine, using just one safety light curtain
  • Effective encroachment and rear access protection
  • Ideal for small machines with limited space.
  • Simple configuration and commissioning with the PSENopt Configurator

Space-critical applications well protected with the safety light curtain PSENopt slim

  • Ideal for confined spaces as well as doors and gates
  • Narrow design saves space and costs
  • Increased safety as there are no dead zones
  • Effective encroachment and rear access protection

The right safety distance for your safety light curtain

We provide support for calculating the safety distance on safety light curtains with our Pilz safety distance Calculator. The necessary distance is calculated based on EN ISO 13855 and your information. Then the right products for you are displayed directly.

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Pilz Australia Safe Automation
Unit 1, 12-14 Miles Street
Mulgrave, Melbourne, Victoria 3170
Australia

Telephone: +61 3 9560 0621 / 1300 723 334
E-Mail: safety@pilz.com.au

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