Safety Light Grating (Safety Light Curtain) Classification Based on Resolution and Detection Capability

Safety light curtains, also known as safety light curtains, are crucial non-contact safety devices in modern industrial equipment. They are categorized in various ways. Today, the editors of Jianlong Hydraulic Technology will share their classification based on resolution and detection capability (resolution refers to the spacing between the beams, which determines which parts of the human body the light curtain can prevent from entering the danger zone) for your reference when purchasing!

1. Standard Resolution (Body Protection)

1.1 Beam Spacing: Typically 14mm, 20mm, 30mm, or 50mm.

1.2 Protection Purpose: Primarily used to detect and protect the human torso and larger limbs, preventing entire personnel from entering the danger zone.

1.3 Typical Applications: Area isolation in workshops, access control for large equipment, and robot fencing.

2. High Resolution (Finger/Had Protection)

2.1 Beam Spacing: Typically 10mm or 14mm. 

2.2 Protection Purpose: Primarily used to detect small parts such as fingers and palms to prevent them from entering hazardous areas.

2.3 Typical Applications: Mold area protection in stamping machines, press brakes, and injection molding machines, where operators need to feed materials in close proximity.

3. Special Resolution

3.1 Beam Spacing: Options such as 40mm, 60mm, and 90mm.

3.2 Protection Purpose: Used in specific applications, such as detecting the presence of people (rather than specific parts of the body), large objects, or the entry and exit of vehicles such as forklifts.

Therefore, when selecting a safety light curtain, it is essential to first conduct a risk assessment. Based on the risk level, the required safety performance level (Type 4 or Type 2) and resolution should be determined. Other parameters should then be selected based on factors such as the specific installation space and process flow (whether shielding is required). For more information on safety light curtains (safety light curtains) or to purchase other high-quality hydraulic presses, please contact us (or scan the WhatsApp QR code below). Jianlong Hydraulic Technology will provide you with personalized, customized professional solutions and is dedicated to serving you.