Smartscan 1K3 Series Light Curtain Receiver, Sender, 36 Beams, 40 mm Resolution 1K3-109

Smartscan 1K3-109 is a high-integrity Type 3 Safety Light Curtain assembly, comprising a receiver and sender unit. This 1K3 series device possesses 36 infrared beams with a beam resolution of 40 mm, engineered for demanding industrial safety applications. It supports protective heights up to 940 mm and covers maximum protective widths of 10 meters, making it effective in safeguarding automated machinery and personnel.

The light curtain automatically self-tests continuously during operation, thereby eliminating the necessity of a separate test input. It features dual-channel fail-safe electronic outputs that are short circuit proof and control reliable, conforming to recognized SIL 2 and PL d safety standards including BS EN 61496-1 type 2 and EN ISO 13849 PL d.

Installation is straightforward with diagnostic indicators to aid alignment and no manual range setting is needed. The enclosure is waterproof, suitable for harsh industrial environments, and mounting options are flexible to accommodate varied machinery configurations. Terminal connections are made via cable for robust and secure connectivity.

The scanning distance capability extends from a minimum of 4 meters to a maximum of 10 meters with a rapid maximum response time of 40 ms, ensuring timely detection of intrusions. The compact dimensions of 41 mm length and 28 mm width enable integration into constrained spaces without compromising protection.

Smartscan 1K3-109 light curtains find extensive application in robotics, packaging machines, injection molding equipment, transfer lines, automated warehouses, textile machinery, electronic component assembly, bottling and filling machinery, and other specialized industrial processes requiring reliable access safeguarding.

This product is manufactured in the United Kingdom and complies with international safety standards to assure users of dependable operational safety and performance in industrial automation environments.

The system features a continuously self-testing mechanism eliminating the need for a test input. Installation and alignment are simplified with diagnostic indicators and no range setting is required. Durable waterproof enclosures and flexible mounting options provide robust industrial use.

Controls short circuit proof outputs that ensure fail-safe operation compliant to SIL 2 and PL d standards. Suitable for protective heights up to 940 mm and maximum protective widths of 10 meters. Operating scanning distance ranges from 4 to 10 meters with a maximum response time of 40 ms.

The compact receiver and sender units measure 41 mm in length and 28 mm in width with cable terminal connectivity. Ideal for industrial automation including robotics, packaging, injection molding, and electronic assembly lines.

Manufactured in the United Kingdom ensuring high-quality safety compliance. For comprehensive protection solutions, explore the Smartscan range of light curtains available on EnvMart.