IFM Safety Curtain Set

• Safety light curtains are typically used to safeguard personnel from hazardous machinery in food processing lines.
• They are commonly integrated into access points for robotic cells or automated equipment to prevent injury during operation.
• These systems provide a protective field around moving parts, stopping machinery if the field is interrupted.
• Often deployed at loading or unloading stations of processing equipment where human interaction is required.
• Essential for compliance with health and safety regulations in production environments.

Detection height

For this unit, the stated length of 1250mm refers to the protective field height. Other units in this class commonly offer heights from 300mm to over 2000mm.

Operating range

Typically, safety light curtains have an operating range of up to 15-20 metres, depending on the model and environmental conditions.

Resolution

Commonly, resolutions range from 14mm (finger protection) to 30mm (hand protection) for this type of equipment.

Response time

Units in this category typically feature rapid response times, often in the order of milliseconds, to ensure immediate machine shutdown upon intrusion.

Power supply

Most safety light curtains operate on a 24V DC power supply, which is standard for industrial control systems.

Enclosure rating

For food processing environments, units typically feature an IP65 or higher rating to withstand washdown procedures.

Safety outputs

Commonly, units are equipped with two OSSD (Output Signal Switching Device) outputs for direct connection to safety relays or PLCs.

• What is included in a 'Safety Curtain Set'?

  A safety curtain set typically includes a transmitter unit and a receiver unit. These work in tandem to create a protective light field.

• How do I know if this safety curtain is suitable for my specific machinery?

• Are these units easy to integrate with existing control systems?

• What maintenance is typically required for safety light curtains?

• Does 'as new condition' imply it meets current safety standards?

Access control and production support systems are valued for their role in maintaining facility security, hygiene compliance, and operational efficiency. Buyers typically prioritise units with robust construction, clear audit trails, and compatibility with existing infrastructure. When purchasing used equipment, inspectors should verify electronic components function reliably, examine wear on access mechanisms, and confirm software licensing remains valid. Industry sentiment favours systems demonstrating consistent performance records and straightforward maintenance requirements, particularly those serving food safety standards and minimising production downtime.

General overview for this equipment type