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Panasonic Industry / Automation Controls

Safety Light Curtain Type 4 SF4B Ver.2 (Discontinued Products)

  • Discontinued Products

  • Specifications

  • Dimensions

  • Circuit/ Wiring

  • Cautions For Use

Ⅾiscontinued

Last time buy (JST)

September 30, 2022

We are sorry, the products have been discontinued. 
Please refer to the details of the discontinued products and the recommended substitutes list below.

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Discontinued Products

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Specifications

Safety light curtain individual specifications

SF4B-F□(-01)<V2>

TypeMin. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in type
(10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)
Model No.SF4B-F23
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F31
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F39
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F47
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F55
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F63
(-01)
<V2>
Number of beam channels233139475563
Protective height(Note 2)230 mm
9.055 in
310 mm
12.205 in
390 mm
15.354 in
470 mm
18.504 in
550 mm
21.654 in
630 mm
24.803 in
 China Press compliant
(GB/T 4584)
220 mm
8.661 in
300 mm
11.811 in
380 mm
14.960 in
460 mm
18.110 in
540 mm
21.260 in
620 mm
24.409 in
Current consumptionEmitter: 80 mA or less,
Receiver: 120 mA or less
Emitter: 100 mA or less,
Receiver: 160 mA or less
PFHD2.4 × 10–92.8 × 10–93.2 × 10–93.6 × 10–94.0 × 10–94.4 × 10–9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of emitter and receiver)
510 g approx.660 g approx.810 g approx.960 g approx.1,110 g approx.1,260 g approx.
TypeMin. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in type
(10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)
Model No.SF4B-F71
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F79
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F95
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F111
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-F127
(-01)
<V2>
Number of beam channels717995111127
Protective height(Note 2)710 mm
27.953 in
790 mm
31.102 in
950 mm
37.402 in
1,110 mm
43.701 in
1,270 mm
50.000 in
 China Press compliant
(GB/T 4584)
700 mm
27.559 in
780 mm
30.708 in
940 mm
37.007 in
1,100 mm
43.306 in
1,260 mm
49.606 in
Current consumptionEmitter: 100 mA or less,
Receiver: 160 mA or less
Emitter: 115 mA or less,
Receiver: 190 mA or less
Emitter: 135 mA or less,
Receiver: 230 mA or less
PFHD4.8 × 10–95.2 × 10–96.0 × 10–96.8 × 10–97.6 × 10–9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of emitter and receiver)
1,420 g approx.1,570 g approx.1,870 g approx.2,170 g approx.2,470 g approx.

Notes:
1) Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉. The model No.
with "G" is a robust type.
PFHD: Probability of dangerous failure per hour, MTTFD: Mean time to dangerous failure (in years)
2) In the case of "When used as safety device for presses in China", the distance between the center of the first beam axis and the center of the last beam axis of the device becomes the protective height.

SF4B-H□(-01)<V2>

TypeMin. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in type
(20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
Model No.SF4B-H12
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H16
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H20
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H24
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H28
(-01)
<V2>
Number of beam channels1216202428
Protective height(Note 2)230 mm
9.055 in
310 mm
12.205 in
390 mm
15.354 in
470 mm
18.504 in
550 mm
21.654 in
 China Press compliant
(GB/T 4584)
220 mm
8.661 in
300 mm
11.811 in
380 mm
14.960 in
460 mm
18.110 in
540 mm
21.260 in
Current consumptionEmitter: 70 mA or less,
Receiver: 95 mA or less
Emitter: 80 mA or less,
Receiver: 115 mA or less
PFHD1.8 × 10–92.0 × 10–92.2 × 10–92.4 × 10–92.6 × 10–9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of emitter and receiver)
510 g approx.660 g approx.810 g approx.960 g approx.1,110 g approx.
TypeMin. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in type
(20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
Model No.SF4B-H32
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H36
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H40
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H48
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H56
(-01)
<V2>
Number of beam channels3236404856
Protective height(Note 2)630 mm
24.803 in
710 mm
27.953 in
790 mm
31.102 in
950 mm
37.402 in
1,110 mm
43.701 in
 China Press compliant
(GB/T 4584)
620 mm
24.409 in
700 mm
27.559 in
780 mm
30.708 in
940 mm
37.007 in
1,100 mm
43.306 in
Current consumptionEmitter: 80 mA or less,
Receiver: 115 mA or less
Emitter: 90 mA or less,
Receiver: 140 mA or less
Emitter: 100 mA or less,
Receiver: 160 mA or less
PFHD2.8 × 10–93.0 × 10–93.2 × 10–93.6 × 10–94.0 × 10–9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of emitter and receiver)
1,260 g approx.1,420 g approx.1,570 g approx.1,870 g approx.2,170 g approx.
TypeMin. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in type
(20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
Model No.SF4B-H64
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H72
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H80
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H88
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-H96
(-01)
<V2>
Number of beam channels6472808896
Protective height(Note 2)1,270 mm
50.000 in
1,430 mm
56.299 in
1,590 mm
62.598 in
1,750 mm
68.898 in
1,910 mm
75.197 in
 China Press compliant
(GB/T 4584)
1,260 mm
49.606 in
1,420 mm
55.905 in
1,580 mm
62.205 in
1,740 mm
68.503 in
1,900 mm
74.803 in
Current consumptionEmitter: 100 mA or less,
Receiver: 160 mA or less
Emitter: 110 mA or less,
Receiver: 180 mA or less
Emitter: 120 mA or less,
Receiver: 200 mA or less
PFHD4.4 × 10–94.8 × 10–95.2 × 10–95.6 × 10–96.0 × 10–9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of emitter and receiver)
2,470 g approx.2,770 g approx.3,070 g approx.3,370 g approx.3,670 g approx.

Notes:
1) Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉. The model No.
with "G" is a robust type.
PFHD: Probability of dangerous failure per hour, MTTFD: Mean time to dangerous failure (in years)
2) In the case of "When used as safety device for presses in China", the distance between the center of the first beam axis and the center of the last beam axis of the device becomes the protective height.

SF4B-A□(-01)<V2>

TypeMin. sensing object ø45 mm ø1.772 in type
(40 mm 1.575 in beam pitch)
Model No.SF4B-A6
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A8
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A10
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A12
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A14
(-01)
<V2>
Number of beam channels68101214
Protective height(Note 2)230 mm
9.055 in
310 mm
12.205 in
390 mm
15.354 in
470 mm
18.504 in
550 mm
21.654 in
 China Press compliant
(GB/T 4584)
200 mm
7.874 in
280 mm
11.024 in
360 mm
14.173in
440 mm
17.323 in
520 mm
20.472 in
Current consumptionEmitter: 65 mA or less,
Receiver: 85 mA or less
Emitter: 70 mA or less,
Receiver: 95 mA or less
PFHD1.5 × 10–91.6 × 10–91.7 × 10–91.8 × 10–91.9 × 10–9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of emitter and receiver)
510 g approx.660 g approx.810 g approx.960 g approx.1,110 g approx.
TypeMin. sensing object ø45 mm ø1.772 in type
(40 mm 1.575 in beam pitch)
Model No.SF4B-A16
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A18
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A20
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A24
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A28
(-01)
<V2>
Number of beam channels1618202428
Protective height(Note 2)630 mm
24.803 in
710 mm
27.953 in
790 mm
31.102 in
950 mm
37.402 in
1,110 mm
43.701 in
 China Press compliant
(GB/T 4584)
600 mm
23.622 in
680 mm
26.772 in
760 mm
29.921 in
920 mm
36.220 in
1,080 mm
42.520 in
Current consumptionEmitter: 70 mA or less,
Receiver: 95 mA or less
Emitter: 75 mA or less,
Receiver: 105 mA or less
Emitter: 80 mA or less,
Receiver: 120 mA or less
PFHD2.0 × 10–92.1 × 10–92.2 × 10–92.4 × 10–92.6 × 10–9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of emitter and receiver)
1,260 g approx.1,420 g approx.1,570 g approx.1,870 g approx.2,170 g approx.
TypeMin. sensing object ø45 mm ø1.772 in type
(40 mm 1.575 in beam pitch)
Model No.SF4B-A32
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A36
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A40
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A44
(-01)
<V2>
SF4B-A48
(-01)
<V2>
Number of beam channels3236404448
Protective height(Note 2)1,270 mm
50.000 in
1,430 mm
56.299 in
1,590 mm
62.598 in
1,750 mm
68.898 in
1,910 mm
75.197 in
 China Press compliant
(GB/T 4584)
1,240 mm
48.819 in
1,400 mm
55.118 in
1,560 mm
61.417 in
1,720 mm
67.716 in
1,880 mm
74.016 in
Current consumptionEmitter: 80 mA or less,
Receiver: 120 mA or less
Emitter: 85 mA or less,
Receiver: 130 mA or less
Emitter: 95 mA or less,
Receiver: 140 mA or less
PFHD2.8 × 10–93.0 × 10–93.2 × 10–93.4 × 10–93.6 × 10–9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of emitter and receiver)
2,470 g approx.2,770 g approx.3,070 g approx.3,370 g approx.3,670 g approx.

Notes:
1) Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉. The model No.
with "G" is a robust type.
PFHD: Probability of dangerous failure per hour, MTTFD: Mean time to dangerous failure (in years)
2) In the case of "When used as safety device for presses in China", the distance between the center of the first beam axis and the center of the last beam axis of the device becomes the protective height.

Safety light curtain common specifications

TypeMin. sensing object ø14 mm
ø0.551 in type
Min. sensing object ø25 mm
ø0.984 in type
Min. sensing object ø45 mm
ø1.772 in type
Model No.SF4B-F□(-01)<V2>SF4B-H□(-01)<V2>SF4B-A□(-01)<V2>
Applicable
standards
(Note 2)
International
standard
IEC 61496-1/2 (Type 4), ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe), IEC 61508-1 to 7 (SIL3)
JapanJIS B 9704-1/2 (Type 4), JIS B 9705-1 (Category 4), JIS C 0508-1 to 7 (SIL3)
Europe (EU)EN 61496-1 (Type 4), EN ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe),
EN 61508-1 to 7 (SIL3), EN 55011, EN 50178, EN 61000-6-2
North AmericaANSI/UL 61496-1/2 (Type 4), ANSI/UL 508, UL 1998 (Class 2),
CAN/CSA 61496-1/2 (Type 4), CAN/CSA C22.2 No.14,
OSHA 1910.212, OSHA 1910.217(C), ANSI B11.1 to B11.19, ANSI/RIA 15.06
South Korea
(S-Mark)
S1-G-35-2005, S2-W-11-2003 (SF4B-□<V2> only)
China (GB)GB/T 4584
CE marking directive complianceMachinery Directive, EMC Directive, RoHS Directive
Operating range (Note 3)0.3 to 7 m 0.984 to 22.966 ft12 to 64 beam channels type: 0.3 to 9 m 0.984 to 29.528 ft
72 to 96 beam channels type: 0.3 to 7 m 0.984 to 22.966 ft
6 to 32 beam channels type: 0.3 to 9 m 0.984 to 29.528 ft
36 to 48 beam channels type: 0.3 to 7 m 0.984 to 22.966 ft
Min. sensing object
(Note 4)
ø14 mm ø0.551 in opaque objectø25 mm ø0.984 in opaque objectø45 mm ø1.772 in opaque object
Effective aperture angle±2.5° or less [for an operating range exceeding 3 m 9.843 ft
(conforming to IEC 61496-2 / ANSI/UL 61496-2)]
Supply voltage24 V DC ± 10 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less
Control outputs
(OSSD 1, OSSD 2)
PNP open-collector transistor / NPN open-collector transistor (switching method)
・When selecting PNP output: Max. source current 200 mA, When selecting NPN output: Max. sink current 200 mA
・Applied voltage: same as supply voltage (When selecting PNP output: between the control output and +V, When selecting NPN output: between the control output and 0 V)
・Residual voltage: 2.5V or less (When selecting PNP output: source current 200 mA, when selecting NPN output: sink current 200 mA)
(when using 20 m 65.617 ft length cable)
 Operation modeON when all beam channels are received, OFF when one or more beam channels are interrupted
(OFF also in case of any malfunction in the safety light curtain or the synchronization signal)
(Note 5,6)
Protection circuitIncorporated
Response timeOFF response: 14 ms or less, ON response: 80 to 90 ms
Auxiliary output
(Non-safety output)
PNP open-collector transistor / NPN open-collector transistor (switching method)
・When selecting PNP output: Max. source current 60 mA, When selecting NPN output: Max. sink current 60 mA
・Applied voltage: same as supply voltage (When selecting PNP output: between the auxiliary output and +V, When selecting NPN output: between the auxiliary output and 0 V)
・Residual voltage: 2.5V or less (When selecting PNP output: source current 60 mA, when selecting NPN output: sink current 60 mA)
(when using 20 m 65.617 ft length cable)
 Operation modeOFF when control outputs are ON, ON when control outputs are OFF
(Factory setting; operating mode can be changed using the SFB-HC handy-controller).
Protection circuitIncorporated
Responce timeOFF replay: 34 ms or less, ON replay 110 ms or less
Interference prevention functionIncorporated (Note 7)
Emission halt function /
Interlock function
Incorporated / Incorporated [Manual reset / Auto reset (Note 8)]
External device monitoring functionIncorporated
Override function /
Muting function
Incorporated (Note 7) / Incorporated (Note 7)
Optional functions
(Note 9)
Fixed blanking, floating blanking, auxiliary output switching, interlock setting changing, external relay monitor setting changing,
muting setting changing, protecting, light emitting amount control
Degree of protectionIP67 / IP65 (IEC)
Ambient temperature-10 to +55 ℃ +14 to +131 ℉
(No dew condensation or icing allowed),
Storage: -25 to +70 ℃ -13 to +158 ℉
Ambient humidity30 to 85 % RH, Storage: 30 to 95 % RH
Ambient illuminanceIncandescent light: 3,500 lx or less at the light-receiving face
Dielectric strength voltage1,000 V AC for one min. between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Insulation resistance20 MΩ, or more, with 500 V DC megger between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Vibration resistance10 to 55 Hz frequency, 0.75 mm 0.030 in double amplitude in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each
Shock resistance300 m/s2 acceleration (30 G approx.) in X, Y and Z directions three times each
Emitting elementInfrared LED (Peak emission wavelength: 870 nm 0.034 mil)
MaterialEnclosure: Aluminium, Upper and lower edges: Iron, Sensing surface: Polycarbonate and Polyester resin, Cap: PBT
Connecting method /
Cable length
Connector /
Total length up to 50 m 164.042 ft is possible for both emitter and receiver, with optional mating cables (Note 10)
AccessoriesMS-SFB-2 (Intermediate supporting bracket): (Note 11)
SF4B-TR14 (Test rod): 1 No
MS-SFB-2 (Intermediate supporting bracket): (Note 11)
SF4B-TR25 (Test rod): 1 No
MS-SFB-2
(Intermediate supporting bracket): (Note 11)

Notes:
1) Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉.
2) PLe SIL3 compliant from production in August 2009.
3) The operating range is the possible setting distance between the emitter and the receiver.
4) When the floating blanking function is used, the size of the min. sensing object is changed.
5) The outputs are not "OFF" when muting function is active even if the beam channel is interruped.
6) In case the blanking function is valid, the operation mode is changed.
7) Please use 12-core cable.
8) The manual reset and auto reset are possible to be switched depending on the wiring status.
9) In case of using optional function, the handy-controller (SFB-HC) (optional) is required. However, a handy-controller cannot be used with the SF4B-□-01<V2>,SF4B-□-03<V2> and the SF-C14EX-01.
10) The cable can be extended within 30 m 98.425 ft (for emitter / receiver) when two safety light curtains are connected in series, within 20 m 65.617 ft when three safety light curtains are connected in series. Furthermore, when the muting lamp is used, the cable can be extended within 40 m 131.234 ft (for emitter / receiver).
11) The intermediate supporting bracket (MS-SFB-2) is enclosed with the following models. The number of sets required varies depending on the product.
[1 set]
SF4B-F□<V2>...79 to 111 beam channels
SF4B-H□<V2>...40 to 56 beam channels
SF4B-A□<V2>...20 to 28 beam channels
[2 sets]
SF4B-F127<V2>, SF4B-H□<V2>...64 to 80 beam channels
SF4B-A□<V2>...32 to 40 beam channels
[3 sets]
SF4B-H□<V2>...88 to 96 beam channels
SF4B-A□<V2>...44 to 48 beam channels

Handy-controller

Model No.SFB-HC
Supply voltage24 V DC ± 10 % Ripple P-P10 % or less
(common to safety light curtain power supply)
Current consumption65 mA or less
Communication methodRS-485 two-way communications (Specific procedure)
Digital display4-digit red LED display x 2
(Selected beam channels, setting contents etc. are displayed.)
Function indicatorGreen LED x 9 (set function is displayed.)
FunctionsFixed blanking (Factory setting: Disabled) /
Floating blanking (Factory setting: Disabled) /
Auxiliary output change (Factory setting: Negative Logic of OSSD) /
Light emitting amount control (Factory setting: Disabled) /
Muting setting change [Factory setting: All beam channels enabled, A = B, Setting of the muting lamp diagnosis function enabled (Ver. 2 or later), Muting sensor output operation setting N.O. / N.C. (Ver. 2.1 or later)] Interlock setting change (Factory setting: start / restart) /
External device monitoring setting change (Factory setting: Enabled, 300 ms) /
Override setting changing function 60 sec. (Ver. 2.1 or later) /
Setting detail monitoring /
Protecting (Factory setting: Disabled) (Factory password setting: 0000) /
Initialization /
Copy
Ambient temperature-10 to +55 ℃ +14 to +131 ℉
(No dew condensation or icing allowed),
Storage: -25 to +70 ℃ -13 to +158 ℉
Ambient humidity30 to 85 % RH, Storage: 30 to 85 % RH
Voltage withstandability1,000 V AC for one min.
between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Insulation resistance20 MΩ , or more, with 500 V DC megger between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Cable8-core shielded cable, 0.5 m 1.640 ft long, with a connector at the end
(2 cables)
MaterialEnclosure: ABS
WeightNet weight: 200 g approx.
AccessoriesAdapter cable: 2 cables

Note:Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉.

Laser alignment tool

Model No.SF-LAT-2N
Supply voltage3 V (LR6 battery x 2 pcs.)
Battery1.5 V (LR6 battery) x 2 pcs. (replaceable)(Note 2)
Battery lifetime30 hours approx. of continuous operation
(LR6 battery, at +25 ℃ +77 ℉ ambient temperature)
Light sourceRed semiconductor laser: class 2 (IEC / JIS), Class II (FDA)
(Max. output: 1 mW, Peak emission wavelength: 650 nm 0.026 mil)(Note 3)
Spot diameter10 mm 0.394 in approx. (at 5 m 16.404 ft distance)
Ambient temperature0 to +40 ℃ +32 to +104 ℉ (No dew condensation),
Storage: 0 to +55 ℃ +32 to +131 ℉
Ambient humidity35 to 85 % RH, Storage: 35 to 85 % RH
MaterialEnclosure: ABS, Mounting part: Aluminum
WeightNet weight: 150 g approx. (without batteries)

Notes:

1) Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉.

2) LR6 dry cell batteries are not provided with the product. Please purchase them separately.

3) This product complies with the FDA regulations (FDA 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11) in accordance with FDA Laser Notice No. 56, except for complying with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3.

Corner mirror

Model No.RF-SFBH-□
Attenuation rate of
sensing range
With one corner mirror: Declined to 90 %,
With two corner mirrors: Declined to 80 %
(When used in combination with the SF4B series)
Ambient temperature-10 to +55 ℃ +14 to +131 ℉
(No dew condensation or icing allowed),
Storage: -25 to +70 ℃ -13 to +158 ℉
Ambient humidity30 to 85 % RH, Storage: 30 to 95 % RH
Vibration resistance10 to 55 Hz frequency, 0.75 mm 0.030 in double amplitude in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each
Shock resistance300 m/s2 acceleration (30 G approx.) in X, Y and Z directions three times each
MaterialEnclosure: Aluminum, Mounting bracket: Stainless steel,
Mirror (rear surface mirror): Glass, Side cover: EPDM
AccessoriesIntermediate supporting bracket:
1 set (RF-SFBH-40/48/56/64),
2 sets (RF-SFBH-72/80/88/96)

Note:Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉.

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Dimensions

  • Unit: mm in

SF4B-□<V2>

Safety light curtain

Assembly dimensions

Mounting drawing for the safety light curtains using the standard mounting brackets MS-SFB-1 (optional) and the intermediate supporting brackets.

<Rear mounting>

SF4B-□<V2>

<Side mounting>

SF4B-□<V2>

Model No.Protective height
(Main body length)
Mount-
ing
pitch
Total
length
Intermediate
supporting
bracket
mounting
pitch
AA' (Note 1)BCDEF
SF4B-F□-01<V2>
SF4B-H□-01<V2>
SF4B-A□-01<V2>
SF4B-F23□
<V2>
SF4B-H12□
<V2>
SF4B-A6□
<V2>
230
9.055
220
8.661
200
7.874
270
10.630
286
11.260
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SF4B-F31□
<V2>
SF4B-H16□
<V2>
SF4B-A8□
<V2>
310
12.205
300
11.811
280
11.024
350
13.780
366
14.406
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SF4B-F39□
<V2>
SF4B-H20□
<V2>
SF4B-A10□
<V2>
390
15.354
380
14.960
360
14.173
430
16.929
446
17.559
---
SF4B-F47□
<V2>
SF4B-H24□
<V2>
SF4B-A12□
<V2>
470
18.504
460
18.110
440
17.323
510
20.079
526
20.709
---
SF4B-F55□
<V2>
SF4B-H28□
<V2>
SF4B-A14□
<V2>
550
21.654
540
21.260
520
20.472
590
23.228
606
23.858
---
SF4B-F63□
<V2>
SF4B-H32□
<V2>
SF4B-A16□
<V2>
630
24.803
620
24.409
600
23.622
670
26.378
686
27.008
---
SF4B-F71□
<V2>
SF4B-H36□
<V2>
SF4B-A18□
<V2>
710
27.953
700
27.559
680
26.772
750
29.528
766
30.157
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SF4B-F79□
<V2>
SF4B-H40□
<V2>
SF4B-A20□
<V2>
790
31.102
780
30.708
760
29.921
830
32.677
846
33.307
390
15.354
--
SF4B-F95□
<V2>
SF4B-H48□
<V2>
SF4B-A24□
<V2>
950
37.402
940
37.007
920
36.220
990
38.976
1,006
39.606
470
18.504
--
SF4B-F111□
<V2>
SF4B-H56□
<V2>
SF4B-A28□
<V2>
1,110
43.701
1,100
43.701
1,080
42.520
1,150
45.276
1,166
45.905
550
21.654
--
SF4B-F127□
<V2>
SF4B-H64□
<V2>
SF4B-A32□
<V2>
1,270
50.000
1,260
49.606
1,240
48.819
1,310
51.575
1,326
52.505
418
16.457
842
33.150
-
-SF4B-H72□
<V2>
SF4B-A36□
<V2>
1,430
56.299
1,420
55.905
1,400
55.118
1,470
57.874
1,486
58.504
472
18.583
948
37.323
-
-SF4B-H80□
<V2>
SF4B-A40□
<V2>
1,590
62.598
1,580
62.205
1,560
61.417
1,630
64.173
1,646
64.803
525
20.669
1,055
41.535
-
-SF4B-H88□
<V2>
SF4B-A44□
<V2>
1,750
68.898
1,740
68.504
1,720
67.716
1,790
70.472
1,806
71.102
433
17.047
870
34.252
1,380
51.496
-SF4B-H96□
<V2>
SF4B-A48□
<V2>
1,910
75.197
1,900
74.803
1,880
74.016
1,950
76.772
1,966
77.401
473
18.622
950
37.402
1,428
56.220

Note 1: When SF4B-□-01<v2> is used for China press machine as a safety device, the distance between the center of the 1st beam axis and the center of the last beam axis is regarded as protective height A’.

Model No.Beam
pitch
First beam
channel position
GH
SF4B-F□<V2>10
0.394
5
0.197
SF4B-H□<V2>20
0.787
5
0.197
SF4B-A□<V2>40
1.575
15
0.591

SF4B-□<V2>

Safety light curtain

Assembly dimensions

Mounting drawing for the safety light curtain on which the dead zoneless brackets MS-SFB-3 (optional) and the intermediate supporting brackets are mounted.

<Rear mounting]

SF4B-□<V2>

<Side mounting>

SF4B-□<V2>

SF4B-□<V2>

Protection bar set MC-SFBH-□ assembly dimensions

SF4B-□<V2>

Material:Mounting bracket … Die-cast zinc alloyProtection bar … AluminumTwo brackets (one pc. each of R type and L type), one protection bar[Two pcs. each of M5 (length 16 mm0.630 in)hexagon-socket-head bolts, M5 (length 20 mm0.787 in)hexagon-socket-head bolt are attached.]

Protection bar set for rear / side mounting MC-SFBH-□-T assembly dimensions

[Rear mounting]

SF4B-□<V2>

<Side mounting>

SF4B-□<V2>

Material:
Mounting bracket … Iron (Trivalent chrome plated)
Protection bar … AluminumTwo brackets (one pc. each of R type and L type), one protection bar
[Two pcs. each of M5 (length 18 mm 0.709 in)hexagon-socket-head bolts, M5 (length 20 mm 0.787 in)hexagon-socket-head bolt are attached.]

RF-SFBH-□

Corner mirror (Optional)

RF-SFBH-□

MS-SFB-1

Standard mounting bracket (Optional)

MS-SFB-1

Material:
Die-cast zinc alloy
Four bracket set[Four M5 (length 18 mm 0.709 in) hexagon-socket-head bolts are attached]

MS-SFB-1-T

M8 Mounting bracket (Optional)

MS-SFB-1-T

Material:
Die-cast zinc alloy
Four bracket set[Four M5 (length 18 mm 0.709 in) hexagon-socket-head bolts are attached.]

MS-SFB-2

Intermediate supporting bracket (Accessory for safety light curtain)

MS-SFB-2

Material:
Die-cast zinc alloy
Note:The intermediate supporting bracket (MS-SFB-2) is enclosed with the following products. The quantity differs depending on the product as shown below:
1 set:
SF4B-F□<V2> … 79 to 111 beam channels
SF4B-H□<V2> … 40 to 56 beam channels
SF4B-A□<V2> … 20 to 28 beam channels
2 sets:
SF4B-F127<V2>SF4B-H□<V2> … 64 to 80 beam channels
SF4B-A□<V2> … 32 to 40 beam channels
3 sets:
SF4B-H□<V2> … 88 to 96 beam channels
SF4B-A□<V2> … 44 to 48 beam channels

MS-SFB-3

Dead zoneless mounting bracket (Optional)

[Main body]

MS-SFB-3 [Main body]

Material:
Die-cast zinc alloy
Four bracket set[Four M5 (length 25 mm 0.984 in) hexagon-socket-head bolts and four spacers are attached.]

[L-shaped mounting]

MS-SFB-3 [L-shaped mounting]

[Mounting adjustment range]

The adjustment range of the safety light curtain angle is up to ±15 degrees

Note:The finger protection type has a beam pitch of 10 mm 0.394 in, which produces a dead zone. Additional measures will be required, such as using a protection cover.

MS-SFB-4

Pitch adapter bracket (Optional)

MS-SFB-4

Material:
Die-cast zinc alloy
Four bracket set[Four M5 (length 18 mm 0.709 in) hexagon-socket-head bolts are attached]

MS-SFB-4-T

M8 pitch adapter bracket (Optional)

MS-SFB-4-T

Material:
Die-cast zinc alloy
Four bracket set[Four M5 (length 18 mm 0.709 in) hexagon-socket-head bolts are attached]

MS-SFB-7-T MS-SFB-1-T2 (Rear mounting)

M8 rear mounting bracket (Optional) M8 rear / side mounting brackets set (Optional)

MS-SFB-7-T MS-SFB-1-T2 (Rear mounting)

Material:
Iron (Trivalent chrome plated)
Four bracket set[Four M5 (length 18 mm 0.709 in) hexagon-socket-head bolts are attached.]

[Mounting adjustment range]

MS-SFB-8-T MS-SFB-1-T2 (Side mounting)

M8 side mounting bracket (Optional) M8 rear / side mounting brackets set (Optional)

[MS-SFB-8-T(R)]

MS-SFB-8-T MS-SFB-1-T2 (Side mounting)

[MS-SFB-8-T(L)]

MS-SFB-8-T(L)

[Mounting adjustment range]

Material:
Iron (Trivalent chrome plated)
Four bracket(two pcs. each of R type and L type) set
[Four M5 (length 18 mm 0.709 in) hexagon-socket-head bolts are attached.]

SFB-WY1

Y-shaped connector (Optional)

Net weight: 35 g approx.

SFB-HC

Handy-controller (Optional)

SFB-HC

SF-LAT-2N

Laser alignment tool (Optional)

SF-LAT-2N

SF-IND-2

Large display unit for safety light curtain (Optional)

Material:
Bracket: Cold rolled carbon steel (SPCC) (Black chromate)
Enclosure: POM
Cover: Polycarbonate

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I/O Circuit and Wiring diagrams

I/O circuit diagram

<In case of using I/O circuit for PNP output>

I/O circuit diagram In case of using I/O circuit for PNP output

Note: The above diagram is when using a 12-core cable. If an 8-core cable is used, the red, yellow, gray, gray / black, sky-blue / white and sky-blue / black lead wires are absent.

*S1

Switch S1

・Emission halt input / Reset input
For manual reset
Vs to Vs – 2.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Emission halt (Note 1)
Open: Emission
For automatic reset
Vs to Vs – 2.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Emission (Note 1)
Open: Emission halt

・Interlock setting input, Override input, Muting input A / B,
External device monitoring input
Vs to Vs – 2.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Enabled (Note 1)
Open: Disabled

Note: Vs is the applying supply voltage.

<In case of using I/O circuit for NPN output>

I/O circuit diagram In case of using I/O circuit for NPN output

Note: The above diagram is when using a 12-core cable. If an 8-core cable is used, the red, yellow, gray, gray / black, sky-blue / white and sky-blue / black lead wires are absent.

*S1

Switch S1

・Emission halt input / Reset input
For manual reset
0 to +1.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Emission halt
Open: Emission
For automatic reset
0 to +1.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Emission
Open: Emission halt

・Interlock setting input, Override input, Muting input A / B,
External device monitor input
0 to +1.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Enabled
Open: Disabled

Connection example

Standard components (8-core cable): Interlock function “enabled (manual reset)”, external device monitoring function “enabled”

<In case of using I/O circuit for PNP output>

Connection example In case of using I/O circuit for PNP output

*S1

Switch S1

・Emission halt input / Reset input
For manual reset
Vs to Vs – 2.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Emission halt (Note)
Open: Emission
For automatic reset
Vs to Vs – 2.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Emission (Note)
Open: Emission halt

Note: Vs is the applying supply voltage.

The diagram at above shows the configuration when using PNP output, interlock function “enabled (manual reset)” and external device monitoring function “enabled”.

In case of setting the interlock function to “disabled (automatic reset)”

Connection example In case of setting the interlock function to “disabled (automatic reset)”

*Refer to the SF4B<V2> instruction manual for details of the interlock function.


In case of setting the external device monitoring function to “disabled”

Connection example In case of setting the external device monitoring function to “disabled”

*Refer to the SF4B<V2> instruction manual for details of the external device monitoring function.



<In case of using I/O circuit for NPN output>

Connection example In case of using I/O circuit for NPN output

*S1

Switch S1

・Emission halt input / Reset input
For manual reset
0 to +1.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Emission halt
Open: Emission
For automatic reset
0 to +1.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Emission
Open: Emission halt

The diagram at above shows the configuration when using NPN output, interlock function “enabled (manual reset)” and external device monitoring function “enabled”.

In case of setting the interlock function to “disabled (automatic reset)”

Connection example In case of setting the interlock function to “disabled (automatic reset)”

*Refer to the SF4B<V2> instruction manual for details of the interlock function.


In case of setting the external device monitoring function to “disabled”

Connection example In case of setting the external device monitoring function to “disabled”

*Refer to the SF4B<V2>instruction manual for details of the external device monitoring function.



Connection example

Muting control components (12-core cable, with interference prevention wires): Interlock function “disabled (automatic reset)”, external device monitoring function “disabled”

<In case of using I/O circuit for PNP output>

Connection example In case of using I/O circuit for PNP output

*S1

Switch S1

・Emission halt input / Reset input
For manual reset
Vs to Vs – 2.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Emission halt (Note), Open: Emission
For automatic reset
Vs to Vs – 2.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Emission (Note), Open: Emission halt

・Override input, Muting input A / B, External device monitoring input
Vs to Vs – 2.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Enabled (Note), Open: Disabled

Note:

Vs is the applying supply voltage.

The diagram at above shows the configuration when using PNP output, interlock function “disabled (automatic reset)” and external device monitoring function “disabled”.

In case of setting the interlock function to “enabled (manual reset)”

  • When the interlock function is “enabled (manual reset)”, the override function cannot be used.

Connection example In case of setting the interlock function to “enabled (manual reset)”

*Refer to the SF4B<V2> instruction manual for details of the interlock function.


In case of setting the external device monitoring function to “enabled”

Connection example In case of setting the external device monitoring function to “enabled”

*Refer to the SF4B<V2> instruction manual for details of the external device monitoring function.


<In case of using I/O circuit for NPN output>

Connection example In case of using I/O circuit for NPN output

*S1

Switch S1

・Emission halt input / Reset input
For manual reset
0 to +1.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Emission halt, Open: Emission
For automatic reset
0 to +1.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Emission, Open: Emission halt

・Override input, Muting input A / B, External device monitoring input
0 to +1.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Enabled, Open: Disabled

The diagram at above shows the configuration when using NPN output, interlock function “disabled (automatic reset)” and external device monitoring function “disabled”.

In case of setting the interlock function to “enabled (manual reset)”

  • When the interlock function is “enabled (manual reset)”, the override function cannot be used.

Connection example In case of setting the interlock function to “enabled (manual reset)”

*Refer to the SF4B<V2> instruction manual for details of the interlock function.


In case of setting the external device monitoring function to “enabled”

Connection example In case of setting the external device monitoring function to “enabled”

*Refer to the SF4B<V2> instruction manual for details of the external device monitoring function.

SF-C11

SF4B / SF4B-G series wiring diagram (Control Category 4)

For PNP output (minus ground)

  • Set the safety light curtain input polarity selection switch to the PNP side and ground the 0 V line.

SF-C11 For PNP output (minus ground)

Notes:

1) The above diagram is when using manual reset. If automatic reset is used, disconnect the lead from X2 and connect it to X3. In this case, a reset (RESET) button is not needed.

2) Use a momentary-type switch as the reset (RESET) button.

3) Emission halt occurs when the test (TEST) button is open, and emission occurs when the test (TEST) button is short-circuited. If not using the test (TEST) button, short-circuit T1 and T2.

For NPN output (plus ground)

  • In the above diagram, set the safety light curtain input polarity selection switch to the NPN side and ground the + side.

SF4B series wiring diagram (Control Category 4) For NPN output (plus ground)

When SF-C11 is connected to the safety light curtain, be sure to use the following mating cable.
SFB-CB□, SFB-CCJ10□

Terminal arrangement diagram

SF-C11 Terminal arrangement diagram

TerminalFunction
A1+24 V DC
A20 V
13-14, 23-24, 33-34Safety output (NO contact × 3)
41-42Auxiliary output (NC contact × 1)
X1Reset output terminal
X2Reset input terminal (Manual)
X3Reset input terminal (Automatic)
ANot used
B
T1Test output terminal
T2Test input terminal
AUXSemiconductor auxiliary output

Pin layout for safety light curtain connectors

SF-C11 Pin layout for safety light curtain connectors

Connector pin No.Emitter side connectorReceiver side connector
InterlockOSSD 2
+24 V DC+24 V DC
Emission haltOSSD 1
Auxiliary outputEDM (External relay monitor)
Synchronization wire +Synchronization wire +
Synchronization wire –Synchronization wire –
0 V0 V
Shield wireShield wire

SF-C12

SF4B / SF4B-G series wiring diagram (Control Category 4)

For PNP output (minus ground)

  • Set the two safety light curtain input polarity select switches to the PNP side and connect the FG terminal to the 0 V line.

SF-C12 SF4B series wiring diagram (Control Category 4)

Note: The above diagram is when using manual reset. If automatic reset is used, connect a normally closed type pushbutton switch between T1 and T2 and leave between X1 and X2 open.

For NPN output (plus ground)

  • In the above diagram, set the two safety light curtain input polarity selection switches to the NPN side and connect the F.G. terminal to the + side.

When SF-C12 is connected to the safety light curtain, be sure to use the following mating cable.
SFB-CB05-MU, SFB-CCJ10□-MU

Terminal arrangement diagram

SF-C12 Terminal arrangement diagram

TerminalFunction
FGFrame ground (F.G.) terminal
A20 V
A1+24 V DC
13-14, 23-24Safety output (NO contact × 2)
31-32Auxiliary output (NC contact × 1)
FB4External relay monitor terminal 2
FB3
FB2External relay monitor terminal 1
FB1
TerminalFunction
R+Interference prevention wire – (Receiver side)
R–Interference prevention wire + (Receiver side)
E+Interference prevention wire – (Emitter side)
E–Interference prevention wire + (Emitter side)
T2Emission halt input terminal
T1
X2Automatic reset / manual reset selection terminal
Manual reset: X1 – X2 short-circuited
X1

Pin layout for safety light curtain connectors

SF-C12 Pin layout for safety light curtain connectors

Note: Input and output for pin Nos. ⑪ and ⑫ are not used by this device.

Connector pin No.Emitter side connectorReceiver side connector
InterlockOSSD 2
+24 V DC+24 V DC
Emission haltOSSD 1
Auxiliary outputEDM (External relay monitor)
Synchronization wire +Synchronization wire +
Synchronization wire –Synchronization wire –
0 V0 V
Shield wireShield wire
Interference prevention wire +Interference prevention wire +
Interference prevention wire –Interference prevention wire –
(Override input)(Muting input 1)
(Muting lamp output)(Muting input 2)

SF-C13

SF4B / SF4B-G series wiring diagram (Control Category 4)

For PNP output (minus ground)

  • Connect the safety light curtain control outputs OSSD 1 and OSSD 2 to S1 and S2 respectively.

SF-C13 For PNP output (minus ground)

Notes:

1) The above diagram is when using manual reset. If automatic reset is used, disconnect the lead from X2 and connect it to X3. In this case, a reset (RESET) button is not needed.

2) Use a momentary-type switch as the reset (RESET) button.

For NPN output (plus ground)

  • Connect the safety light curtain control outputs OSSD 1 and OSSD 2 to S4 and S2 respectively and ground the + side.

SF-C13 For NPN output (plus ground)

Notes:

1) The above diagram is when using manual reset. If automatic reset is used, disconnect the lead from X2 and connect it to X3. In this case, a reset (RESET) button is not needed.

2) Use a momentary-type switch as the reset (RESET) button.

When SF-C13 is connected to the safety light curtain, be sure to use the following descrete wire mating cable.
SFB-CCB□(-MU), SFB-CC□(-MU)

Terminal arrangement diagram

SF-C13 Terminal arrangement diagram

TerminalFunction
A1+24 V DC
A20 V
S1 to S4Safety light curtain control output (OSSD) input terminal
AUXSemiconductor auxiliary output
X1Reset output terminal
X2Reset input terminal (Manual)
X3Reset input terminal (Automatic)
13-14, 23-24, 33-34Safety output (NO contact × 3)
41-42Auxiliary output (NC contact × 1)

A terminal block is required for wiring of safety light curtain side.

SF-C14EX(-01)

SF4B / SF4B-G series wiring diagram (Control Category 4)

For PNP output (minus ground)

  • Set the output polarity selection switch to the PNP side and ground the 0 V line.

Notes:

1) The above diagram is when using manual reset.If automatic reset is used, disconnect the lead from X12 and connect it to X13,and disconnect the lead from X22 and connect it to X23, as shown by the dotted lines. In this case, a reset (RESET) button is not needed. Terminals X31 to X32 are for manual reset only.

2) Use a momentary-type switch for the reset (RESET) button.

For NPN output (plus ground)

  • Set the output polarity selection switch to the NPN side and ground the side of the power supply input.

SF-C14EX(-01) For NPN output (plus ground)

Notes:

1) The left diagram is when using manual reset. If automatic reset is used, disconnect the lead from X12 and connect it to X13, and disconnect the lead from X22 and connect it to X23, as shown by the dotted lines. In this case, a reset (RESET) button is not needed. Terminals X31 to X32 are for manual reset only.

2) Use a momentary-type switch for the reset (RESET) button.

・When SF-C14EX is connected to
the safety safety light curtain, be sure to
use the following mating cable.
SFB-CB□-EX, SFB-CCJ10□

・If the NO (Normally Open) contact
switch is used as a muting sensor,
if wire it as shown in the figure below.
SF-C14EX(-01) For PNP output (minus ground)

・If the emergency stop button is
not used, short-circuit between the
terminals S11 to S12 and S21 to
S22 directly.

Terminal arrangement diagram

SF-C14EX(-01) Terminal arrangement diagram

TerminalFunctionTerminalFunction
14Safety output 1, Beam received / Beam interrupted output of the safety light curtainS11Emergency stop
contact input
2 NC input
Between S11 and S12
Between S21 and S22
24S12
34Safety output 2, safety light curtain output including the muting functionS21
44S22
54Safety output 3 Emergency stop outputX11Safety output 1 reset input
X11 - X12: Manual reset
X11 - X13: Automatic reset
64X12
S3+Muting sensor input 1 (PNP output type)
S3+, S3–: Power supply
S3: Sensor output
X13
S3X21Safety output 2 reset input
X21 - X22: Manual reset
X21 - X23: Automatic reset
S3–X22
S4+Muting sensor input 2(NPN output type)
S4+, S4–: Power supply
S4: Sensor output
X23
S4X31Safety output 3 reset input
X31 - X32: Manual reset
S4–X32
T1Test input terminal
Open: Test mode
Short-circuit: Normal operation
AUX1Auxiliary output 1, Muting output
T2AUX2Auxiliary output 2, Override output
O1Override input terminal
Open: Invalid
Short-circuit: Valid
AUX3Auxiliary output 3, Blown lamp output
O2AUX4Auxiliary output 4, Safety light curtain auxiliary output
L1+Muting lamp output 1IE+Interference prevention terminal, Emitter side +
L1–IE–Interference prevention terminal, Emitter side –
L2+Muting lamp output 2IR+Interference prevention terminal, Receiver side +
L2–IR–Interference prevention terminal, Receiver side –
A1+24 V DC-
A20 V-

Pin layout for safety light curtain connectors

SF-C14EX(-01) Terminal arrangement diagram Pin layout for safety light curtain connectors

Connector pin No.Emitter side connectorReceiver side connector
Interference prevention wire +Interference prevention wire +
+24 V DC+24 V DC
Interference prevention wire –Interference prevention wire –
Auxiliary outputNot used
Synchronization wire +Synchronization wire +
Synchronization wire –Synchronization wire –
0 V0 V
Shield wireShield wire

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Cautions For Use

Interlock function

  • The selection of manual reset / automatic reset is available by applying the interlock input wiring. The interlock becomes available by selecting manual reset.
    (Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

Emission halt function

  • This function stops the emission process of the emitter.
    You can select whether emission is on or halted by means of the connection status for the emission halt input / reset input wire (pink).
  • During emission halt, the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) become OFF status.
  • By using this function, malfunction due to extraneous noise or abnormality in the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) and the auxiliary output can be determined even from the machinery side.
  • Normal operation is restored when the emission halt input / reset input wire (pink) is connected to 0 V or +V.
    (Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

Auxiliary output (Non-safety output)

  • This safety light curtain incorporates the auxiliary output (yellowgreen / black) for the non-safety output. The auxiliary output is incorporated with the emitter.
    (Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

External device monitoring function

  • This is the function for checking whether the external safety relay connected to the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) perform normally in accordance with the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) or not. Monitor the contacting point “b” of the external safety relay, and if any abnormality such as deposit of the contacting point, etc. is detected, change the status of the safety light curtain into lockout one, and turn OFF the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2). (Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

Muting function

  • This function turns the safety function of this safety light curtain into disabled temporarily. When the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) are ON, this function is available for passing the workpiece through the sensing area of the safety light curtain without stopping the machinery.
    The muting function becomes valid when all the conditions listed below are satisfied.
    However, this function connot be used with the SF4B-□-03.
    ①The control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) shall be ON.
    ②The incandescent lamp with 3 to 10 W shall be connected to the muting lamp output (red).
    ③The output of the muting sensors A and B shall be changed from OFF (open) to ON. At this time, the time difference occurred by changing the output of the muting sensors A and B into ON status shall be within 0.03 to 3 sec.
  • The following devices, photoelectric sensor with semiconductor output, inductive proximity sensor, position switch on N.O. (Normally open) contact, etc.
    are available for applying to the muting sensor.
  • In case of using the muting function, please order 12-core cable.
    (Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

Override function

  • This function sets the safety function of this safety light curtain enabled forcibly.
    When using the muting function, the override function can be used to start the machinery at times such as when the control outputs (OSSD 1 and OSSD 2) are OFF or when the muting sensors are ON when the line is to be started.
    The override function becomes valid when all the conditions listed below are satisfied. However, this function cannot be used with the SF4B-□-03<V2>.
    (Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

Series connection

Connectable up to 3 sets of safety light curtains
(however, 192 beam channels max.)

(Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

Parallel connection

Connectable up to 3 sets of safety light cartains

(Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

Series and parallel mixed connection

Connectable up to 3 sets of safety light curtains
(however, 192 beam channels max.)

(Refer to the SF4B / SF4B-G instruction manual for details.)

Wiring

  • Refer to the applicable regulations for the region where this device is to be used when setting up the device. In addition, make sure that all necessary measures are taken to prevent possible dangerous operating errors resulting from earth faults.
  • Make sure to carry out the wiring in the power supply off condition.
  • Verify that the supply voltage variation is within the rating.
  • If power is supplied from a commercial switching regulator, ensure that the frame ground (F.G.) terminal of the power supply is connected to an actual ground.
  • In case noise generating equipment (switching regulator, inverter motor, etc.) is used in the vicinity of this sensor, connect the frame ground (F.G.) terminal of the equipment to an actual ground.
  • Do not run the wires together with high-voltage lines or power lines or put them in the same raceway. This can cause malfunction due to induction.

Others

  • This device has been developed / produced for industrial use only.
  • Do not use during the initial transient time (2 sec.) after the power supply is switched on.
  • Avoid dust, dirt and steam.
  • Take care that the safety light curtain does not come in direct contact with water, oil, grease, or organic solvents, such as, thinner, etc.
  • Take care that the safety light curtain is not directly exposed to fluorescent light from a rapid-starter lamp or a high frequency lighting device, as it may affect the sensing erformance.
  • When this device is used in the “PSDI mode”, an appropriate control circuit must be configured between this device and the machinery. For details, be sure to refer to the standards or regulations applicable in each region or country.
  • To use device in the U.S.A., refer to OSHA 1910. 212 and OSHA 1910. 217 for installation, and in Europe, refer to EN ISO 13855 as well. Observe your national and local requirements before installing this product.
  • This catalog is a guide to select a suitable product. Be sure to read instruction manual prior to its use.
  • Both emitter and receiver are adjusted before shipment, please apply both emitter and receiver with the same serial No. The serial No. is indicated on the plates of both emitter and receiver. (Indicated under model No.)
  • Make sure to carry out the test run before regular operation.
  • This safety system is for use only on machinery in which the dangerous parts can be stopped mmediately, either by an emergency stop unit or by disconnecting the power supply. Do not use this system with machinery which cannot be stopped at any point in its operation cycle.

Sensing area

  • Make sure to install this device such that any part of the human body must pass through its sensing area in order to reach the dangerous parts of the machinery. If the human body is not detected, there is a danger of serious injury or death.
  • Do not use any reflective type or retroreflective type arrangement.
  • Multiple receivers (emitters) cannot be connected for use with a single emitter (receiver).

Example of correct sensing area setup

Example of incorrect sensing area setup

Safety distance

  • Calculate the safety distance correctly, and always maintain a distance which is equal to or greater than the safety distance, between the sensing area of this safety light curtain and the dangerous parts of the machinery.
    (Please check the latest standards for the equation.) If the safety distance is miscalculated or if sufficient distance is not maintained, there is a danger of serious injury or death.
  • Before designing the system, refer to the relevant standards of the region where this device is to be used and then install this device.

  • The sizes of the minimum sensing objects for this device vary depending on whether or not the floating blanking function is being used. Calculate the safety distance with the proper size of the minimum sensing object and appropriate equation.

    Size of minimum sensing object when applying floating blanking function
    Model No.Min. sensing object when applying floating blanking function
    InvalidSetting
    1 beam channel2 beam channels3 beam channels
    SF4B-F□(G) (Min. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in)ø14 mm ø0.551 inø24 mm ø0.945 inø34 mm ø1.339 inø44 mm ø1.732 in
    SF4B-H□(G) (Min. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in)ø25 mm ø0.984 inø45 mm ø1.772 inø65 mm ø2.559 inø85 mm ø3.346 in
    SF4B-A□(G) (Min. sensing object ø45 mm ø1.772 in)ø45 mm ø1.772 inø85 mm ø3.346 inø125 mm ø4.921 inø165 mm ø6.496 in
    Note: Refer to ORDER GUIDE for the floating blanking function. However, the floating blanking function cannot be used with the SF4B-□-01<V2>, the SF4B-□-03<V2> and the SF-C14EX-01.
  • The safety distance is calculated using the equations given on the following pages when a person moves perpendicularly (normal intrusion) into the sensing area of the device.
    If the intrusion direction is not perpendicular, always check the related standards (regional, machine standards, etc.)

For use based on EN ISO 13855 / ISO 13855 / JIS B 9715

For intrusion direction perpendicular to the sensing area
<In case that the minimum sensing object is ø40 mm ø1.575 in or less>

• Equation① S=K×T+C

S:
Safety distance (mm)
Minimum required distance between the sensing area
surface and the dangerous parts of the machine

K:
Intrusion velocity of operator’s body or object (mm/sec.)
Normally taken as 2,000 (mm/sec.) for calculation

T:
Response time of total equipment (sec.)
T=Tm+TSF4B
Tm:Maximum halting time of machinery (sec.)
TSF4B:Response time of the SF4B / SF4B-G series (sec.)

C:
Additional distance calculated from the size of the
minimum sensing object of the safety light curtain
(mm)
However, the value of “C” cannot be less than 0.
C= 8 × (d – 14)
d: Minimum sensing object diameter (mm)

  • For calculating the safety distance “S”, there are the following five cases. First calculate by substituting the value K = 2,000 (mm/sec.) in the equation above.
    Then, classify the obtained value of “S” into three cases, 1) S < 100, 2) 100 ≤ S ≤ 500, and 3) S > 500. For Case 3) S > 500, recalculate by substituting the value < = 1,600 (mm/ sec.).
    After that, classify the calculation result into two cases, 4) S ≤ 500 and 5) S > 500. For details, refer to the instruction manual enclosed with this product.
    For calculating “Tm” (maximum halt time of the machinery), use a special device called a “brake monitor”.
    When this device is used in the “PSDI mode”, an appropriate safety distance “S” must be calculated. For details, be sure to refer to the standards or regulations applicable in each region or country.

<In the case that the minimum sensing object is ø40 mm ø1.575 in or more>

• Equation S=K×T+C

S:
Safety distance (mm)

K:
Intrusion velocity of operator’s body or object (mm/sec.)
Taken as 1,600 (mm/sec.) for calculation

T:
Response time of total equipment (sec.)
T=Tm+TSF4B
Tm:Maximum halting time of machinery (sec.)
TSF4B:Response time of the SF4B / SF4B-G series (sec.)

C:
Additional distance calculated from the size of the
minimum sensing object of the safety light curtain (mm)
C = 850 (mm) (Constant)

For use based on ANSI B11.19

• Equation ② S=K×(TS+TC+TSF4B+Tbm)+Dpf

S:
Safety distance (mm)
Minimum required distance between the sensing area
surface and the dangerous parts of the machine

K:
Intrusion velocity {Recommended value in OSHA is 63
(inch/sec.) ≈ 1,600 (mm/sec.)}
ANSI B11.19 does not define the intrusion velocity
“K”. When determining “K”, consider possible factors
including physical ability of operators.

TS:
Halting time calculated from the operation time of the
control element (air valve, etc.) (sec.)

TC:
Maximum response time of the control circuit required
for functioning the brake (sec.)

TSF4B:
Response time of safety light curtain (sec.)

Tbm:
Additional halting time tolerance for the brake
monitor (sec.)
The following equation holds when the machine is
equipped with a brake monitor.
Tbm=Ta-(TS+TC)
Ta:Setting time of brake monitor (sec.)
When the machine is not equipped with a brake
monitor, it is recommended that 20 % or more of (TS+TC) is taken as additional halting time.

Dpf:
Additional distance calculated from the size of the
minimum sensing of the safety light curtain (mm)
SF4B-F□(G)<V2> Dpf=23.8mm 0.937 in
SF4B-H□(G□)<V2> Dpf=61.2mm 2.409 in
SF4B-A□(G)<V2> Dpf=129.2mm 5.087 in
[Dpf=3.4×(d-0.276)(inch)≒3.4×(d-7)(mm)
d:Minimum sensing object diameter 0.552(inch)≒14(mm)SF4B-F□(G)<V2>
Minimum sensing object diameter 0.985(inch)≒25(mm)SF4B-H□(G□)<V2>
Minimum sensing object diameter 1.772(inch)≒455(mm)SF4B-A□(G<V2> ]

Handy-controller

  • This device enables to set each function using the handy-controller SFB-HC (optional). (However, a handy-controller cannot be used with the SF4B-□-01<V2>, the SF4B-□-03<V2> and the SF-C14EX-01.) Among the functions, the contents related to the safety distance such as the size of the minimum sensing object and response time are varied depending on the setting condition. When setting each function, re-calculate the safety distance, and make enough space larger than the calculated safety distance. Failure to do so might cause the accident that the device cannot stop quickly before reaching the dangerous area of the machinery, resulting in the serious injury or death.
  • Refer to the instruction manual of the handy-controller for details of the function settings for using handycontroller SFB-HC (optional).

Corner mirror

  • Be sure to carry out maintenance while referring to the instruction manual for the SF4B / SF4B-G series of safety light curtains.
  • Do not use if dirt, water, or oil, etc. is attached to the reflective surface of this product. Appropriate sensing range may not be maintained due to diffusion or refraction.
  • Make sure that you have read the instruction manual for the corner mirror thoroughly before setting up the corner mirrors and safety light curtains, and follow the instructions given. If the equipment is not set up correctly as stipulated in the instruction manual, incident light errors may result in unexpected situations which may result in serious injury or death.
  • Please download the instruction manuals from our website.
  • Safety light curtain SF4B / SF4B-G series cannot be used as a retroreflective type. Avoid installing the safety light curtain as a retroreflective type when this product is applied.
  • The mirror part of this product is made of glass. Note that if it is broken, the glass shards may fly apart.
  • Do not use if crack or breakage appears on the reflective surface of this product. Proper sensing range may not be maintained due to diffusion or refraction.
    If crack or breakage appears on the reflective surface of this product, replace the product.
  • When adjusting beam channels with a laser alignment tool, etc., take sufficient care that the laser beam reflected by this product does not enter the eyes.
  • Failure to follow the above items may result in death or serious injury.

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