Key Features

High Safety Integrity: Complies with IEC 61496-1/2 Type 4 and achieves a Performance Level (PL) e according to ISO 13849-1, and a Safety Integrity Level (SIL 3 according to IEC 62061. This is the highest category for point-of-operation guarding.

Compact & Space-Saving Design: The slim housing (height of only 51.5mm) allows for easy integration into machinery with limited space.

30 mm Resolution: The distance between adjacent beams is 30 mm. This fine resolution ensures that even small objects, like a finger, cannot reach the danger zone without being detected.

Muting Function Ready (G1NMB): The "M" in the order code indicates this device is equipped for muting. This allows the safety function to be temporarily and safely suspended (e.g., by external sensors) to permit the passage of materials into the hazardous area without stopping the machine, while still protecting personnel.

Blanking Function: Features Fixed and Floating Blanking, which allows one or more specific beams to be permanently or temporarily ignored. This is useful for accommodating unavoidable obstructions within the protective field without compromising overall safety.

Integrated Diagnostics: Status LEDs on both the emitter and receiver provide clear visual feedback on alignment, power, output signal status, and diagnostics for quick commissioning and troubleshooting.

Robust Metal Housing: Built to withstand harsh industrial environments, including resistance to vibration, impacts, and contaminants.

3. Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Order Number LFP0500-G1NMB
Type Type 4 Safety Light Curtain (IEC 61496-1/2)
Safety Rating PL e (ISO 13849-1), SIL 3 (IEC 62061)
Protective Height 500 mm (Other heights available in the series)
Resolution 30 mm (Beam Spacing)
Standard Sensing Range 0.5 m ... 10 m (Can be extended with reflectors)
Response Time ≤ 20 ms
Output Signals 2 x OSSD (Output Signal Switching Device) safety outputs (PNP). These are solid-state outputs that constantly cross-check each other for faults.
Control Inputs Configurable for functions like Muting, Start/Restart Interlock, and Blanking.
Supply Voltage 24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Connection 12-pin M12 connector
Housing Material Aluminum profile, polycarbonate end caps
Protection Rating IP65 / IP67
Operating Temperature -10 °C ... +50 °C (with icing), up to +55 °C without icing
4. Typical Applications

The LFP0500-G1NMB is designed for safeguarding hazardous moving parts on machinery where access is frequent.

Press Brake Safeguarding: Primary protection for the point-of-operation on metal forming presses and press brakes.

Robotic Work Cell Access: Securing the perimeter of a robotic cell where human-robot interaction is necessary.

Packaging & Assembly Machinery: Guarding dangerous areas on automated packaging machines, assembly presses, or conveyor transfer points.

Plastic Injection Molding Machines: Protecting the mold closure area.