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Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4 PLe SIL3 SF4C

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Basic Information

Machine safeguarding without sacrificing productivity

UL,CE,CSA,TUV,UKCA Approved

CE : Machinery Directive, EMC Directive
UKCA : Machinery Regulations, EMC Regulations
UL, CSA : Certified by TÜV SÜD America Inc.

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  • *1 : The control category differs depending on the configuration and wiring of the external circuit.

Features

■For your safety
In using the light curtain, please establish a control system to satisfy the below items in order to ensure safety with a total system.

>>Precautions for use

Slim size for efficient applications

Available work space is expanded from the previous model, and productivity is improved.

Slim size for efficient applications

Shorter safety distance to downsize equipment Finger [Finger protection type]

The safety distance of SF4C series finger protection type is 84 mm 3.307 in shorter than that of SF4C series hard protection type (SF4C-H□). As a result, the depth and guard of the equipment can be downsized.

Shorter safety distance to downsize equipment

*Calculation based on ISO 13855 with 41 ms or longer being the machinery's maximum stopping time.

*The safety light curtain cannot be installed within a distance of 100 mm 3.937 in. (ISO 13855)

Can be used in a variety of applications for simplified equipment [Large multi-purpose indicator]

The bright LED indicators located in the center of both sides of each safety light curtain can be illuminated by using external inputs. There is no need for setting up a separate indicator, so that equipment is consolidated.

* The lighting conditions of SF4C series can be changed by using a handy-controller SFC-HC (optional). It is possible to actuate the lighting together with internal operation, regardless of connection of the large multi-purpose indicator input wires.

Applications

Beam-axis alignment indicators help to reduce startup time

The beam channels of the safety light curtain are displayed in four blocks so that incident light position is shown at a glance. When the beam channel at the bottommost channel (or topmost channel), which is used as a reference for beam-axis alignments, is correctly aligned, the LED blinks red. After this, each block lights red as the beam axes successively become aligned. When all channel beam axes are aligned, all LEDs light green. The display also has a stability indicator (STB) added so that setup can be carried out with greater stability.

Beam-axis alignment indicators help to reduce startup time

A single model supports both PNP and NPN polarities reducing model numbers

PNP transistor output and NPN transistor output are combined in a single model. Overseas equipment that uses PNP, replacement with NPN sensors, factories that are positively grounded, and transfer of equipment overseas are all situations where the control circuits for a single model are suitable for use worldwide.

Lightweight!

The SF4C series is made of resin that is approx. 45 % lighter than the conventional aluminum case type.
Its lightweight body eases the burden on the mounting surface of the equipment and contributes to overall reduced weight during equipment transportation or overseas shipment.
* Except the cable part

IP67 protection structure

An IP67 (IEC) rating is achieved even in an ultra-slim resin body by using a laser welding method.

A fast response time for all models

SF4C-H□: 7 ms*, SF4C-F□: 9 ms* The SF4C series reduces the safety distance as well as the calculation work required for the safety distance among models with different beam channels.
* When connecting safety sensors (safety light curtains, etc) to the safety input, the response time will be the total time of connected units.

Mutual interference is reduced without needing for interference prevention lines

The ELCA (Extraneous Light Check & Avoid) function automatically shifts the scan timing in order to avoid interference.

Material suitable for manufacturing a secondary battery

SF4C body is made of resin and the mounting bracket is made of Stainless Steel (SUS), so materials used are limited. Suitable for manufacturing secondary batteries or for food production equipment.

Reducing the number of malfunctions caused by extraneous light

Double scanning method and retry processing are effective in eliminating the effects of extraneous light.

Handy-controller SFC-HC (Opitonal) enables the user to select a variety of settings

Operation of the large multi-purpose indicators can be configured

ModeOperation of large multi-purpose indicators (factory setting: mode 0)
Large
multi-purpose
indicator 1		Large
multi-purpose
indicator 2		Control outputs
(OSSD 1 / OSSD 2)		Muting
function		Override
function
High or LowHigh or LowONOFFValidValid
0Lights up in redLights up in green----
1Blinks in redBlinks in green----
2Lights up in redBlinks in green----
3Blinks in redLights up in green----
4 (Note 1)Lights up in redBlinks in red----
5 (Note 1)Blinks in greenLights up in green----
6 (Note 1)--Lights up in greenLights up in redBlinks in green-
7 (Note 1)Lights up in redBlinks in red--Lights up in greenBlinks in green

Note: 1) Blinking takes precedence in case of same color brinks or light up.
Note: 2) During lockout, it is possible to blink in red.

Lockout blinking functionWhen lockout occurs
ValidBlinks in red
Invalid-

Auxiliary output has selectable output configuration

Mode No.Description
0Negative logic of the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) (factory setting)
1Positive logic of the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2)
2For test input enabled: output OFF, For Disabled: output ON
3For test input enabled: output ON, For Disabled: output OFF
4For unstable incident beam: OFF (Note 1)
5For unstable incident beam: ON (Note 1)
6For muting: ON
7For muting: OFF
8For beam received: ON, For beam interrupted: OFF (Note 2)
9For beam received: OFF, For beam interrupted: ON (Note 2)
AFor safety input enabled: ON, Disabled: OFF
BFor safety input enabled: OFF, Disabled: ON
CFor lockout: OFF
DFor lockout: ON

Note: 1) The output cannot be used while the fix blanking function, floating blanking function or the muting function is activated.
Note: 2) This device outputs the beam received / interrupted state under activating the auxiliary output switching function using the handy-controller irrespective of activating other functions, fixed blanking function, floating blanking function, and muting function.

Fixed blanking function which allows selective beam channels to be activated improves productivity

The SF4C series is equipped with a fixed blanking function which allows specific beam channels to be selectively interrupted without causing the control output (OSSD) to output the OFF signal. This function is convenient for use with applications in which certain fixed obstacles tend to interrupt specific beam channels.
Furthermore, this function provides greater safety as the control output (OSSD) will automatically output the OFF signal if the fixed obstacles are subsequently removed
from the specific beam channels.

Fixed blanking function which allows selective beam channels to be activated improves productivity

Floating blanking function which allows non-specified beam channels to be deactivated improves productivity

1, 2 or 3 non-specified beam channels can be deactivated. This function is useful in the event when an object passes through the safety light curtain’s sensing area.

Floating blanking function which allows non-specified beam channels to be deactivated improves productivity

Note: When the floating blanking function is used, the size of the min. sensing object is changed.

Safety, productivity, and cost reduction [Muting control function]

The safety light curtain has a built-in muting control function that causes the line to stop only when a person passes through the safety light curtain, and does not stop the line when an object passes through. The muting sensors and muting lamps can be connected directly to the safety light curtain.
Furthermore, the large multi-purpose indicators can be used as muting lamps, which contribute to less wiring troubles, improvement of safety and productivity, and cost reduction.

Safety, productivity, and cost reduction [Muting control function]

* If a failure diagnosis of muting lamp is needed as by the result of risk assessment, use the handy-controller SFC-HC to change the setting, and connect the muting lamp output wire (red) of this safety light curtain to an incandescent lamp separately.

Selective muting area [Separate muting control function for each beam channel]

The handy-controller SFC-HC can be used to carry out muting control for specified beam channels only.
Because individual beam channel can be specified to suit the object, separate guards to prevent entry do not need to
be set up.

Selective muting area [Separate muting control function for each beam channel]

For example, depending on the height of the object, the muting function can be activated for 10 beam channels starting from the bottom most, so that if the 11th or subsequent beam channels are interrupted, it is judged that a person has entered the area and the line stops.

Safety measures when objects exit [Exit muting control function]

Muting at the exit of a machine is now possible using the handy-controller SFC-HC. Just set a Max. four sec. delay timer on the muting sensors located at the exit. This is efficient for places with no installation space for muting sensors and also reduces cost and wiring.

Safety measures when objects exit [Exit muting control function]

By installing muting sensors only within the dangerous zone and setting up a delay timer on the sensor, muting control is made possible even on the exit side where muting sensors cannot be installed.

Safety circuit is constructed without the need for a safety relay unit [External device monitoring function]

The safety light curtain has a built-in external device monitoring function (such as deposited relay monitoring) and an interlock function. This allows a safety circuit to be constructed so that a separate safety relay unit is not needed, and the control box has become smaller to help to achieve to lower costs.

Safety circuit is constructed without the need for a safety relay unit [External device monitoring function]

The safety light curtain can directly connect to external devices (safety relay, etc) without an exclusive control unit. This allows for simplified equipment, cost reduction, and error prevention.

Industry first*! Wire-saving when connecting to safety devices [Safety input function]

Contact outputs such as an emergency stop switches or a safety door switches can be connected to the safety light curtain. Also, by using the handy-controller SFC-HC (optional) up to three sets of safety light curtains can be cascade connected for a consolidated safety output.

* As of March 2009, in-company survey

Direct connection of safety devices

Direct connection of safety devices

A safety relay unit is needed for connecting safety devices other than safety light curtain.

Direct connection of safety devices

Direct connection of various safety devices is possible for a simplified safety circuit.

By using the handy-controller SFC-HC up to three sets of safety light curtains can be cascade connected for a consolidated safety output. (Note)

Three sets of safety light curtains require three sets of safety relays.

Individual monitoring on safety light curtains is possible while the outputs of three sets of safety light curtains and other safety devices are consolidated in one unit.

Note: This setting is possible with the use of handy-controller SFC-HC (optional) for SF4C series Ver.2.1 or later.

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Order guide

Product configuration

Product configuration

[1]. [2]. Safety light curtains

Finger protection type
Min. sensing object φ14 mm φ0.551 in(10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)

AppearanceOperating range
(Note 1)		Model No. (Note 2)Number of
beam
channels		Protective height
(mm in)
[1]Pigtailed type[2]Cable type

0.1 to 3 m
0.328 to 9.843 ft		SF4C-F15-J05SF4C-F1515160 mm 6.299 in
SF4C-F23-J05SF4C-F2323240 mm 9.449 in
SF4C-F31-J05SF4C-F3131320 mm 12.598 in
SF4C-F39-J05SF4C-F3939400 mm 15.748 in
SF4C-F47-J05SF4C-F4747480 mm 18.898 in
SF4C-F55-J05SF4C-F5555560 mm 22.047 in
SF4C-F63-J05SF4C-F6363640 mm 25.197 in

Hand protection type
Min. sensing object φ25 mm φ0.984 in(20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)

AppearanceOperating range
(Note 1)		Model No. (Note 2)Number of
beam
channels		Protective height
(mm in)
[1]Pigtailed type[2]Cable type

0.1 to 3 m
0.328 to 9.843 ft		SF4C-H8-J05SF4C-H88160 mm 6.299 in
SF4C-H12-J05SF4C-H1212240 mm 9.449 in
SF4C-H16-J05SF4C-H1616320 mm 12.598 in
SF4C-H20-J05SF4C-H2020400 mm 15.748 in
SF4C-H24-J05SF4C-H2424480 mm 18.898 in
SF4C-H28-J05SF4C-H2828560 mm 22.047 in
SF4C-H32-J05SF4C-H3232640 mm 25.197 in

Note: 1) The operating range is the possible setting distance between the emitter and the receiver.

Note: 2) The model No. with suffix "E" shown on the label affixed to the product is the emitter, "D" shown on the label is the receiver.

[3]. Mating cables (With connector on one end)

AppearanceModel No.Description

SFB-CC3-MULength: 3 m 9.843 ft
Net weight: 430 g approx. (2 cables)		Cable with connector on one end for pigtailed type
Two cables per set for emitter and receiver
Cable color: Gray (for emitter),
Gray with black line (for receiver)
Connector color: Gray (for emitter), Black (for receiver)
The min. bending radius: R6 mm R0.236 in
SFB-CC7-MULength: 7 m 22.966 ft
Net weight: 1,000 g approx. (2 cables)
SFB-CC10-MULength: 10 m 32.808 ft
Net weight: 1,300 g approx. (2 cables)

[4]. Mating cables (With connectors on both ends)

TypeAppearanceModel No.Description
For
emitter

SFB-CCJ3E-MULength: 3 m 9.843 ft
Net weight: 190 g approx. (1 cables)		Cable with connectors on both ends for pigtailed type
Cable color: Gray (for emitter), Gray with black line (for receiver)
Connector color: Gray (for emitter), Black (for receiver)
The min. bending radius: R6 mm R0.236 in
SFB-CCJ10E-MULength: 10 m 32.808 ft
Net weight: 660 g approx. (1 cables)
For
receiver		SFB-CCJ3D-MULength: 3 m 9.843 ft
Net weight: 210 g approx. (1 cables)
SFB-CCJ10D-MULength: 10 m 32.808 ft
Net weight: 680 g approx. (1 cables)

Spare parts (Accessories for safety light curtain)

DesignationModel No.Description
Standard
mounting
bracket		MS-SFC-1Allows the safety light curtain to be mounted at the rear with one M5 hexagon-socket-head bolt.
Mounting direction of the bracket can be selected between vertical or horizontal (no dead zone).
(4 pcs. per set for emitter and receiver) (Note)
Test rod φ14SF4C-TR14Min. sensing object for regular checking
(φ14 mm φ0.551 in)
Test rod φ25SF4C-TR25Min. sensing object for regular checking
(φ25 mm φ0.984 in)

Note :
The body of the safety light curtain is made of resin, so please take into account the expansion and contraction of the longitudinal dimension.
When machining mounting holes, please check the actual product.

Standard mounting bracket

MS-SFC-1

MS-SFC-1

<Mountable in three directions>

MS-SFC-1

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Option

Mounting bracket

DesignationModel No.Description
NA2-N
compatible
mounting
bracket		MS-SFC-2Used when changing over area sensor NA2-N series to the SF4C series. The mounting holes of NA2-N series can continue to be used. Center mounting by a M6 hexagon-socket-head bolt is also possible.
(4 pcs. per set for emitter and receiver) (Note)
Versatile
bracket		MS-SFC-3Two ways of mounting are possible.
(1) Rear mounting which enables beam adjustment
(2) Dead zoneless center mounting on aluminum frame
(4 pcs. per set for emitter and receiver) (Note)
Intermediate
supporting
bracket
for versatile
bracket		MS-SFC-4Used to support the safety light curtain in the middle. Be sure to purchase it when using the versatile bracket MS-SFC-3(optional) on SF4C-F55(-J05),SF4C-F63(-J05), SF4C-H28(-J05) or SF4C-H32(-J05).
(2 pcs. per set for emitter and receiver) (Note)

Note :
The body of the safety light curtain is made of resin, so please take into account the expansion and contraction of the longitudinal dimension.
When machining mounting holes, please check the actual product.

NA2-N compatible mounting bracket

MS-SFC-2

Versatile bracket

MS-SFC-3

<Rear mounting>

MS-SFC-3

<Dead zoneless mounting>

MS-SFC-3

Intermediate supporting bracket for versatile bracket

MS-SFC-4

Control unit

DesignationAppearanceModel No.Description
Slim type
control unit

SF-C13Use a discrete wire cable to connect to the safety light curtain.
Relay output.
Compatible with up to Control Category 4.

Recommended safety relay

SF relay, slim type
SF series

Recommended safety relay

Note：Please contactour sales officefor details on the recommended products.

TypeWith LED indicator
Model No.SFS3-L-DC24VSFS4-L-DC24V
Part No.AG1S132AG1S142
Contact arrangement3a1b4a2b
Rated nominal switching capacity6A／250V AC、6A／30V DC
Min. switching capacity1mA／5V DC
Coil rating15mA／24V DC20.8mA／24V DC
Rated power consumption360mW500mW
Operation time20ms or less
Release time20ms or less
Ambient temperature-40 to +85 ℃ -40 to + 185 ℉
(Humidity: 5 to 85 % RH)
Applicable certificationsUL/c-UL, TÜV, Korea S-mark

Y-shaped connector

TypeAppearanceModel No.Description
Wire-saving
Y-shaped
connector

SFC-WY1Wire-saving connector for SF4C-F□-J05 and SF4C-H□-J05. Cables of emitter and receiver are consolidated into one cable for wire-saving. Wiring has +24 V, 0 V, OSSD 1, OSSD 2, output polarity setting wire (shield), large multi-purpose indicator input 1, and large multi-purpose indicator input 2 only. Net weight: 40 g approx. Power wire and synchronization wire are connected inside the connector. Interlock is disabled (automatic reset).
Cable with
connector
on one side

WY1-CCN3Cable length: 3 m 9.843 ft
Net weight: 200 g approx.
(1 cable)		Mating cable for Y-shaped connector Cable color: Gray (with black line) Connector color: Black The min. bending radius: R6 mm R0.236 in Connector outer diameter: ø14 mm ø0.551 in max.
WY1-CCN10Cable length: 10 m 32.808 ft
Net weight: 620 g approx.
(1 cable)

By using the Y-shaped connector, the least required wires such as power or safety output are consolidated into one cable. Man-hours taken for wiring is eliminated to the minimum. Construction times as well as wiring mistakes are greatly reduced.

Wiring diagram of control unit SF-C13

<For PNP output (minus ground)>
• Connect the safety light curtain control outputs OSSD 1 and OSSD 2 to S1 and S2 respectively.

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) Unused wires must be insulated.

<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.

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) Unused wires must be insulated.

Handy-controller

DesignationAppearanceModel No.
Handy controller

SFC-HC
Cable set for
cable type
connection

SFC-WNC1

Metal protection case

Applicable
beam channels		Metal protection case
(2 pcs. per set for emitter and receiver)
SF4C-H□SF4C-F□Model No.
815MS-SFCH-8
1223MS-SFCH-12
1631MS-SFCH-16
2039MS-SFCH-20
2447MS-SFCH-24
2855MS-SFCH-28
3263MS-SFCH-32

MC-SFCH-□

MC-SFCH-□

MS-SFCH-8

MS-SFCH-8

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Specifications

Safety light curtain individual specifications

SF4C-F□

TypeMin. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in type
(10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)
Model No.Pigtailed typeSF4C-F15-J05SF4C-F23-J05SF4C-F31-J05
Cable typeSF4C-F15SF4C-F23SF4C-F31
No. of beam channels152331
Protective height160 mm
6.299 in		240 mm
9.449 in		320 mm
12.598 in
Current
consumption		Large
multipurpose
indicator
lights off		Emitter: 70 mA or less
Receiver: 80 mA or less		Emitter: 75 mA or less
Receiver: 85 mA or less
Large
multipurpose
indicator
lights up		Emitter: 105 mA or less
Receiver: 110 mA or less		Emitter: 110 mA or less
Receiver: 115 mA or less
PFHD2.29 x 10-92.73 x 10-93.18 x 10-9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of
emitter and
receiver)		Pigtailed
type		210 g approx.270 g approx.340 g approx.
Cable type600 g approx.670 g approx.730 g approx.
TypeMin. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in type
(10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)
Model No.Pigtailed typeSF4C-F39
-J05		SF4C-F47
-J05		SF4C-F55
-J05		SF4C-F63
-J05
Cable typeSF4C-F39SF4C-F47SF4C-F55SF4C-F63
No. of beam channels39475563
Protective height400 mm
15.748 in		480 mm
18.898 in		560 mm
22.047 in		640 mm
25.197 in
Current
consumption		Large
multipurpose
indicator
lights off		Emitter: 80 mA or less
Receiver: 90 mA or less		Emitter: 85 mA or less
Receiver: 95 mA or less
Large
multipurpose
indicator
lights up		Emitter: 115 mA or less
Receiver: 120 mA or less		Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 125 mA or less
PFHD3.62 x 10-94.06 x 10-94.50 x 10-94.95 x 10-9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of
emitter and
receiver)		Pigtailed
type		400 g approx.470 g approx.540 g approx.600 g approx.
Cable type800 g approx.860 g approx.930 g approx.1,000 g approx.

SF4C-H□

TypeMin. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in type
(20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
Model No.Pigtailed typeSF4C-H8-J05SF4C-H12-J05SF4C-H16-J05
Cable typeSF4C-H8SF4C-H12SF4C-H16
No. of beam channels81216
Protective height160 mm
6.299 in		240 mm
9.449 in		320 mm
12.598 in
Current
consumption		Large
multipurpose
indicator
lights off		Emitter: 70 mA or less
Receiver: 85 mA or less		Emitter: 70 mA or less
Receiver: 90 mA or less
Large
multipurpose
indicator
lights up		Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 135 mA or less		Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 140 mA or less
PFHD1.66 x 10-91.90 x 10-92.10 x 10-9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of
emitter and
receiver)		Pigtailed
type		240 g approx.300 g approx.360 g approx.
Cable type630 g approx.700 g approx.760 g approx.
TypeMin. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in type
(20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
Model No.Pigtailed typeSF4C-H20
-J05		SF4C-H24
-J05		SF4C-H28
-J05		SF4C-H32
-J05
Cable typeSF4C-H20SF4C-H24SF4C-H28SF4C-H32
No. of beam channels20242832
Protective height400 mm
15.748 in		480 mm
18.898 in		560 mm
22.047 in		640 mm
25.197 in
Current
consumption		Large
multipurpose
indicator
lights off		Emitter: 75 mA or less
Receiver: 95 mA or less		Emitter: 80 mA or less
Receiver: 100 mA or less
Large
multipurpose
indicator
lights up		Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 145 mA or less		Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 150 mA or less
PFHD2.33 x 10-92.54 x 10-92.77 x 10-92.98 x 10-9
MTTFD100 years or more
Net weight
(Total of
emitter and
receiver)		Pigtailed
type		420 g approx.490 g approx.550 g approx.610 g approx.
Cable type820 g approx.880 g approx.950 g approx.1,000 g approx.

Note: Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉. PFHD: Probability of dangerous failure per hour, MTTFD: Mean time to dangerous failure (in years)

Safety light curtain common specifications

TypePigtailed typeCable type
Model No.SF4C-F□-J05SF4C-H□-J05SF4C-F□SF4C-H□
Applicable
standards		International
standard		IEC 61496-1/2 (Type 4), ISO 13849-1:2015 (Category 4, PLe),
IEC 61508-1 to 3 (SIL 3)
JapanJIS B 9704-1/2 (Type 4), JIS B 9705-1 (Category 4),
JIS C 0508-1 to 3(SIL3)
Europe
(Note 2)		EN 61496-1 (Type 4), EN ISO 13849-1:2015 (Category 4, PLe),
EN 61508-1 to 3 (SIL 3), EN 55011, EN 50178, EN 61000-6-2
North America
(Note 3)		ANSI/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
Applicable regulations and certificationsCE Marking (Machinery Directive, EMC Directive, RoHS Directive), UKCA Marking [Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations, EMC Regulations, RoHS Regulations], TÜV SÜD certification
Operating range
(Note 4)		0.1 to 3 m 0.328 to 9.843 ft
Beam pitch10 mm 0.394 in20 mm 0.787 in10 mm 0.394 in20 mm 0.787 in
Min. sensing object
(Note 5)		ø14 mm ø0.551 in opaque objectø25 mm ø0.984 in opaque objectø14 mm ø0.551 in opaque objectø25 mm ø0.984 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 +10-15 % 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
・Applied voltage: same as supply voltage
(between the control output and +V)
・Residual voltage: 2.5 V or less
(source current 200 mA, when using 10 m 32.808 ft length cable)
・Leakage current: 200 μA or less (including power supply OFF condition)
・Max. load capacity: 1 μF (No load to Max. source current)
・Load wiring resistance: 3 Ω or less

<When selecting NPN output>
・Max. sink current: 200 mA
・Applied voltage: same as supply voltage
(between the control output and 0 V)
・Residual voltage: 2.5 V or less
(sink current 200 mA, when using 10 m 32.808 ft length cable)
・Leakage current: 200 μA or less (including power supply OFF condition)
・Max. load capacity: 1 μF (No load to Max. sink current)
・Load wiring resistance: 3 Ω or less
 Operation
mode		ON 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 6,7)
Protection
circuit		Incorporated
Response timeOFF response: 9 ms or less, ON response: 90 ms or lessOFF response: 7 ms or less, ON response: 90 ms or lessOFF response: 9 ms or less, ON response: 90 ms or lessOFF response: 7 ms or less, ON response: 90 ms or less
Auxiliary output
(Non-safety output)		PNP open-collector transistor / NPN open-collector transistor (switching method)
<When selecting PNP output>
・Max. source current: 100 mA
・Applied voltage: same as supply voltage
(between the auxiliary source and +V)
・Residual voltage: 2.5 V or less
(source current 100 mA, when using 10 m 32.808 ft length cable)

<When selecting NPN output>
・Max. sink current: 100 mA
・Applied voltage: same as supply voltage
(between the auxiliary sink and 0 V)
・Residual voltage: 2.5 V or less
(sink current 100 mA, when using 10 m 32.808 ft length cable)
 Operation
mode		OFF when control outputs are ON, ON when control outputs are OFF [Factory setting, operating mode can be changed using the handy-controller SFC-HC(optional).]
Protection
circuit		Incorporated
ELCA functionIncorporated (reducing mutual interference automatically)
Test / reset input functionIncorporated
Interlock functionIncorporated [Manual reset / Automatic reset (Note 8)]
External device
monitoring function		Incorporated
Safety input functionIncorporated (safety contact)
Muting functionIncorporated
Override functionIncorporated
Optional functions
(Note 9)		Fixed blanking, floating blanking, auxiliary output change, safety input (safety sensor), large multi-purpose indicator setting change, interlock setting change, external relay monitoring setting change, muting setting change, override setting change, protecting
Pollution degree3
Operating altitude2,000 m 6,561 68 ft or less (Note 10)
Degree of protectionIP67 / IP65 (IEC)
Ambient temperature-10 to +55 ℃ +14 to +131 ℉
(No dew condensation or icing allowed),
Storage: -25 to +60 ℃ -13 to +140 ℉
Ambient humidity30 to 85 % RH, Storage: 30 to 85 % RH
Ambient illuminanceIncandescent light: 5,000 lx or less at the light-receiving face
Dielectric strength
voltage		1,000 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: 855 nm 0.034 mil)
MaterialEnclosure: Polycarbonate alloy, Sensing surface: Polycarbonate alloy, MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): SUS
Cable0.15 mm2 (power line: 0.2 mm2) 12-core heat-resistant PVC cable with connector, 0.5 m 1.640 ft long0.15 mm2 (power line: 0.2 mm2) 12-core heat-resistant PVC cable, 5 m 16.404 ft long
Cable extensionExtension up to 40.5 m 132.874 ft is possible for both emitter and receiver optional mating cablesExtension up to 40.5 m 132.874 ft is possible for both emitter
and receiver, with 0.2 mm2 or more cable (Note 11) (Note 12)
AccessoriesMS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set,SF4C-TR14 (Test rod): 1 No.MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set,SF4C-TR25 (Test rod): 1 No.MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set,SF4C-TR14 (Test rod): 1 No.MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set,SF4C-TR25 (Test rod): 1 No.

Notes:
1) Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 ℃ +68 ℉.
2) Regarding EU Machinery Directive, a Notified Body, TUV SUD, has certified with the type examination certificate.
3) With regards to the standards in the US/Canada, a Notified Body, TÜV SÜD, has certified the CTÜVUS mark.
4) The operating range is the possible setting distance between the emitter and the receiver.
5) When the floating blanking function is used, the size of the min. sensing object is changed.
6) The outputs are not "OFF" when muting function is active even if the beam channel is interruped.
7) In case the blanking function is valid, the operation mode is changed.
8) The manual reset and automatic reset are possible to be switched depending on the wiring status.
9) In case of using optional function, the handy-controller SFC-HC(optional) is required.
10) Do not use or store in an environment pressurized to atmospheric pressure or higher at an altitude of 0 m.
11) When the muting lamp is used, the cable can be extended within 30.5 m 100.066 ft (for emitter / receiver).
12) When the synchronization + wire (orange) and synchronization - wire (orange / black) is extended with a cable other than exclusive cable, use a 0.2 mm2 or more shielded twisted pair cable.

Handy-controller

Model No.SFC-HC
Supply voltage24 V DC +10-15 % Ripple P-P 10 % 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 indicatorsGreen LED x 9 (Set function is displayed.)
FunctionsFixed blanking / Floating blanking / Auxiliary output change / Satety input setting change / Large multi-purpose indicator setting change / Muting setting change / Interlock setting change / External device monitoring setting change / Override setting changing function 60 sec. / Protecting
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
Cable12-core shielded cable, 0.5 m 1.640 ft long, with a connector at the end (2 cables)
WeightNet weight: 200 g approx.

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

SF4C-F□
SF4C-H□

Safety Light curtain

Mounting bracket assembly dimensions

Mounting drawing for the safety light curtains using the standard mounting brackets MS-SFC-1 (accessory).

<Center mounting>

SF4C-F□, SF4C-H□

<Dead zoneless mounting>

SF4C-F□, SF4C-H□

Connector of the pigtailed type SF4C-F□-J05 / SF4C-H□-J05

Model No.ABCDE
SF4C-F15(-J05)SF4C-H8(-J05)140
5.512		160
6.299		172
6.772		184
7.244		130
5.118
SF4C-F23(-J05)SF4C-H12(-J05)220
8.661		240
9.449		252
9.921		264
10.394		210
8.268
SF4C-F31(-J05)SF4C-H16(-J05)300
11.811		320
12.598		332
13.071		344
13.543		290
11.417
SF4C-F39(-J05)SF4C-H20(-J05)380
14.961		400
15.748		412
16.220		424
16.693		370
14.567
SF4C-F47(-J05)SF4C-H24(-J05)460
18.110		480
18.898		492
19.370		504
19.842		450
17.717
SF4C-F55(-J05)SF4C-H28(-J05)540
21.260		560
22.047		572
22.520		584
22.992		530
20.866
SF4C-F63(-J05)SF4C-H32(-J05)620
24.409		640
25.197		652
25.669		664
26.142		610
24.016
Model No.FG
SF4C-F□(-J05)10 0.394ø5 ø0.197
SF4C-H□(-J05)20 0.787

Notes:
1) Measurement of drawing above is display section of SF4C-H□. In case of SF4C-F□, the position of digital error indicator (red) is different as lower figure. Also, digital error indicator (red) is not incorporated in SF4C-F15□ (-J05).
<SF4C-H□> <SF4C-F□>

2) The body of the safety light curtain is made of resin, so please take into account the expansion and contraction of the longitudinal dimension.
When machining mounting holes, please check the actual product.

SF4C-F□
SF4C-H□

Mounting drawing for the safety light curtains using the versatile brackets MS-SFC-C3 (optional) and intermediate supporting bracket for versatile brackets MS-SFC-F4 (optional).

<Rear mounting>

SF4C-F□, SF4C-H□

<Dead zoneless mounting>

SF4C-F□, SF4C-H□

Model No.Inter mediate
supporting bracket		AA'BB'CD
SF4C-F15(-J05)SF4C-H8(-J05)-175
6.890		116
4.567		--190
7.480		160
6.299
SF4C-F23(-J05)SF4C-H12(-J05)-255
10.039		196
7.717		--270
10.630		240
9.449
SF4C-F31(-J05)SF4C-H16(-J05)-335
13.189		276
10.866		--350
13.780		320
12.598
SF4C-F39(-J05)SF4C-H20(-J05)-415
16.339		356
14.016		--430
16.929		400
15.748
SF4C-F47(-J05)SF4C-H24(-J05)-495
19.488		436
17.165		--510
20.079		480
18.898
SF4C-F55(-J05)SF4C-H28(-J05)○575
22.638		516
20.315		238 to 338
9.370 to 13.307		209 to 309
8.228 to 12.165		590
23.228		560
22.047
SF4C-F63(-J05)SF4C-H32(-J05)○655
25.787		596
23.465		278 to 378
10.945 to 14.882		249 to 349
9.803 to 13.740		670
26.378		640
25.197

Note:
1) Be sure to mount MS-SFC-4 when using SF4C-F55(-J05), SF4C-F63(-J05), SF4C-H28(-J05) and SF4C-H32(-J05).
2) The body of the safety light curtain is made of resin, so please take into account the expansion and contraction of the longitudinal dimension.
When machining mounting holes, please check the actual product.

MS-SFC-1

Standard mounting bracket (Accessory)

MS-SFC-1

Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Net weight: 32 g approx. (4 pcs.)
Gross weight: 35 g appox.
Four bracket set[Four M3 (length 4 mm 0.157 in) countersunk screws are attached.]

MS-SFC-2

NA2-N compatible mounting bracket (Optional)

MS-SFC-2

Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Net weight: 36 g approx. (4 pcs.)
Gross weight: 40 g appox.
Four bracket set[Four M3 (length 4 mm0.157 in) countersunk screws are attached.]

MS-SFC-3

Versatile bracket (Optional)

MS-SFC-3

Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Net weight: 75 g approx. (4 pcs.)
Gross weight: 90 g appox.
Four bracket set[Four M3 (length 4 mm 0.157 in) countersunk screws are attached.]

MS-SFC-4

Intermediate supporting bracket for versatile bracket (Optional)

MS-SFC-4

Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Net weight: 40 g approx. (2 pcs.)
Gross weight: 60 g appox.
Two bracket set

MS-SFCH-□

Metal protection case (Optional)

MS-SFCH-□


Material: Aluminum

Model No.ABCDEFNet weight (2 pcs.)
MS-SFCH-8190
7.480		180
7.087		175
6.890		172
6.772		162
6.378		26
1.024		160 g approx.
MS-SFCH-12270
10.630		260
10.236		255
10.039		252
9.921		242
9.528		35
1.378		240 g approx.
MS-SFCH-16350
13.780		340
13.386		335
13.189		332
13.071		322
12.677		35
1.378		340 g approx.
MS-SFCH-20430
16.929		420
16.535		415
16.339		412
16.220		402
15.827		35
1.378		420 g approx.
MS-SFCH-24510
20.079		500
19.685		495
19.488		492
19.370		482
18.976		35
1.378		520 g approx.
MS-SFCH-28590
23.228		580
22.835		575
22.638		572
22.520		562
22.126		35
1.378		600 g approx.
MS-SFCH-32670
26.378		660
25.984		655
25.787		652
25.669		642
25.276		35
1.378		700 g approx.

Assembly dimensions
Mounting drawing for the safety light curtains using the metal protection case (MS-SFCH-□).

Assembly dimensions

Model No.AD
MS-SFCH-8190
7.480		172
6.772
MS-SFCH-12270
10.630		252
9.921
MS-SFCH-16350
13.780		332
13.071
MS-SFCH-20430
16.929		412
16.220
MS-SFCH-24510
20.079		492
19.370
MS-SFCH-28590
23.228		572
22.520
MS-SFCH-32670
26.378		652
25.669

SFB-CC□-MU

Mating cable with connector on one end (Optional)

SFB-CC□-MU

• Length L

Model No.Length L
SFB-CC3-MU3,000 118.110
SFB-CC7-MU7,000 275.590
SFB-CC10-MU10,000 393.700

SFB-CCJ□-MU

Mating cable with connectors on both ends (Optional)

SFB-CCJ□-MU

• Length L

Model No.Length L
SFB-CCJ3D-MU3,000 118.110
SFB-CCJ3E-MU
SFB-CCJ10D-MU10,000 393.700
SFB-CCJ10E-MU

SFC-WY1

Y-shaped connector (Optional)

SFC-WY1

WY1-CCN3
WY1-CCN10

Mating cable (Optional)

WY1-CCN3 WY1-CCN10

• Length L

Model No.Length L
WY1-CCN33,000 118.110
WY1-CCN1010,000 393.700

SFC-HC

Handy-controller (Optional)

SFC-HC

SF-C13

Control unit (Optional)

SF-C13

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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

・S1, S2

Switch S1

  • Test input / Reset input
    For manual reset
    Vs to Vs – 3.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): OFF (Note)
    Open: ON

    For automatic reset
    Vs to Vs – 3.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): ON (Note)
    Open: OFF

Switch S2

  • Interlock setting input, Override input, Muting input 1 / 2,
    Large multi-purpose indicator input 1 / 2,
    Vs to Vs – 3.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Valid (Note)
    Open: Invalid

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

・S1, S2

Switch S1

  • Test input / Reset input
    For manual reset
    0 to +2.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): OFF
    Open: ON

    For automatic reset
    0 to +2.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): OFF
    Open: ON

Switch S2

  • Interlock setting input, Override input, Muting input 1 / 2,
    Large multi-purpose indicator input 1 / 2,
    0 to +2.5 V (source current 5 mA or less): Valid
    Open: Invalid

Connection example

Basic wiring: Min. operation only

This is the general configuration using one set of the emitter and receiver facing each other. The control outputs (OSSD 1 / OSSD 2) turn OFF if the light is interrupted, while they automatically turn ON if receive the light.
The auxiliary output is used to invalid the external device monitoring function. The auxiliary output cannot be connected to external devices.

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

Connection example Basic wiring: Min. operation only In case of using I/O circuit for PNP output

Interlock functionDisabled (Automatic reset)
External device monitoring functionDisabled
Auxiliary outputNot used
Output polarity setting wirePNP
Safety inputInvalid

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

Connection example Basic wiring: Min. operation only In case of using I/O circuit for NPN output

Interlock functionDisabled (Automatic reset)
External device monitoring functionDisabled
Auxiliary outputNot used
Output polarity setting wireNPN
Safety inputInvalid

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Cautions For Use

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Do not install this safety light curtain with a machine whose operation cannot be stopped immediately in the middle of an operation cycle by an emergency stop equipment.

Others

  • This device has been developed / produced for industrial use only.
  • Do not use this product with mobile equipment such as an automated guided vehicle (AGV).
  • 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 sensor does not come in direct contact with water, oil, grease, or organic solvents, such as, thinner, etc.
  • Take care that the sensor is not directly exposed to fluorescent lamp from a rapid-starter lamp or a high frequency lighting device, as it may affect the sensing performance.
  • The body of the safety light curtain is made of resin, so please take into account the expansion and contraction of the longitudinal dimension.
    When machining mounting holes, please check the actual product.

Handy-controller

  • This safety light curtain enables to set each function using the handy-controller SFC-HC (optional). 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 SFC-HC (optional).

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