Machine Safety - Light Curtains

A light curtain is an array of invisible infrared light beams arranged in a vertical or horizontal pattern and configured for sensing objects. Light curtains are commonly used to provide a safety function by ensuring that an automated process cannot operate if an unauthorized object is detected in the light curtain "field."

The MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R is a light curtain manufactured by Omron. This light curtain offers superior detection accuracy with a slim profile that makes it ideal for applications requiring high-level safety functions. It can be used for controlling hazardous machines and processes where personnel and machinery must be safely separated from one another. The MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R is also capable of creating area-specific safety zones that can be tailored to suit the specifics of each application.

Application Field

The MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R light curtain is designed for use in areas where personnel safety is of paramount importance. This light curtain can provide effective control of access to hazardous machinery or processes, as well as creating safe areas for the operation of other machinery such as assembly or loading tasks.

The MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R light curtain can also be used for area-specific monitoring such as monitoring height or depth, thereby preventing an operator or a machine from entering an area that is outside the safe operating parameters.

The MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R light curtain is also ideal for applications that require frequently changing, or overlapping, light curtains. It is capable of creating multi-dimensional safety zones that can be adjusted and modified as needed.

Working Principle

The MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R light curtain is comprised of multiple arrays of infrared light beams arranged in a vertical or horizontal pattern. The infrared beams are blocked when an object or person intrudes into the beam, and the light curtain can detect even the slightest movement. When an intrusion is detected, the light curtain immediately stops the hazardous machine or process to prevent injury or damage.

The MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R light curtain is designed to provide maximum safety, with a slim design that can be installed in tight spaces. It is also resistant to interference from bright ambient light, and is IP67 rated for dust and water protection. Additionally, the MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R light curtain is suitable for use in areas exposed to machine vibration and shock.

Conclusion

The MS4800A-14-0800-10X-10R light curtain is an ideal solution for providing a high level of safety in applications where personnel and machinery must be safely separated from one another. This light curtain is designed to offer superior detection accuracy, with a slim design that is resistant to interference and dust and water protection, and is capable of creating multi-dimensional safety zones that can be adjusted and modified as needed.