Type 4
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain
SF4C SERIES
Category 4 PLe SIL3
The control category differs depending on the configuration and wiring of the external circuit.
2022.6
* The contents of this catalog are as of July 2021.
For the latest information, please visit our company website.
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Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain
SF4C SERIES
Type 4
Certified
Conforming to
OSHA / ANSI
Certified by
NRTL
Certified
[SF4C-H□(J-05) only]
Category 4 PLe SIL3
The control category differs depending on the configuration and wiring of the external circuit.
Machine safeguarding without sacrificing productivity
Slim size for efficient applications
Available work space is expanded from the previous model, and productivity is improved.
If the machine opening is 500 mm 19.685 in
Thinness
13 mm
0.512 in
SF4C series
Previous
Usable work space
Usable work space
83 %
(414 mm 16.299 in)
43 mm
1.693 in
95 %
(474 mm 18.661 in approx.)
Usable work space
approx.
12
% UP
(60 mm 2.362 in)
43 mm
1.693 in
13.2 mm
0.520 in
If the machine opening width is 500 mm 19.685 in
Shorter safety distance to downsize equipment
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.
SF4C series
13.2 mm
0.520 in
If the machine opening width is 500 mm 19.685 in
Finger protection type
102 mm 4.016 in
Shortened by
84 mm
3.307 in
18 mm
0.709 in
100 mm
3.937 in min. *
Safety
distance
Safety
distance
Hand protection type
Finger protection type
102 mm 4.016 in
18 mm 0.709 in
Shortened by
84 mm 3.307 in
Calculation
based
on ISO
41 ms
or longer
being
machinery’s
stopping time.
** C
alculation
based
on13855
ISO with
13855
with
41 ms
or the
longer
beingmaximum
the machinery's
maximum stopping time.
Hand protection type
Finger protection type
Safety distance
which is dependent
on the safety light
curtain
Safety distance
which is dependent on
the maximum shutdown
time of equipment
* The safety light curtain cannot be installed within a distance of 100 mm 3.937 in. (ISO 13855)
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
SF4C SERIES
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.
Green
Red
Green
/ Red
* 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.
External input device
(Lighting / blinking signal)
Large multi-purpose
indicator
Input 1
Input 2
Use as an operation indicator
●Solid green
Equipment is
operating
Use as an error indicator
Use as a muting lamp
●Blinking red Error
present
Normal
Normal
●Solid red
Emergency stop
Error
blinking
Confirm detail of error
quickly on the digital
display.
* The photo is SF4C-H□. SF4C-F□ differs in the
position of digital display.
Use the handy-controller SFC-HC (optional) to change lighting conditions.
* If a failure diagnosis of muting lamp is
needed as by the result of risk
assessment, use the handy-controller
SFC-HC (optional) to change the setting,
and connect the muting lamp output wire
(red) of this safety light curtain to an
incandescent lamp separately.
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
indicator
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
Mounting bracket:
SF4C body is made of resin
SUS304
and the mounting bracket
is made of Stainless Steel
Mounting screw:
SUSXM7*
(SUS), so materials used
are limited. Suitable for
Body case:
manufacturing secondary
Polycarbonate alloy
batteries or for food
production equipment. * Effective from production in
November 2010.
Reducing the number of malfunctions
caused by extraneous light
Double scanning method and retry processing are
effective in eliminating the effects of extraneous light.
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Handy-controller SFC-HC (Opitonal) enables the user to select a variety of settings
HC
Operation of the large multi-purpose indicators
can be configured
Operation of large multi-purpose indicators (factory setting: mode 0)
Large
Mode Large
Control outputs
multi-purpose multi-purpose
No. indicator 1 indicator 2 (OSSD 1 / OSSD 2)
OFF
High or Low High or Low ON
0
Lights up in red Lights up in green
1
Blinks in red Blinks in green
2
Lights up in red Blinks in green
3
Blinks in red Lights up in green
4 (Note 1) Lights up in red Blinks in red
5 (Note 1) Blinks in green Lights up in green
6 (Note 1)
Lights up in green Lights up in red
7 (Note 1) Lights up in red Blinks in red
-
Muting
function
Override
function
Valid
Valid
Blinks in green
Lights up in green Blinks in green
SFC-HC
Fixed blanking function which allows selective beam
channels to be activated improves productivity
Notes: 1) Blinking takes precedence in case of same color
brinks or light up.
Notes: 2) During lockout, it is possible to blink in red.
Lockout blinking function
When lockout occurs
Valid
Blinks in red
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.
Invalid
Auxiliary output has selectable output configuration
Mode No.
Description
0
Negative logic of the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) (factory setting)
1
Positive logic of the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2)
2
For test input enabled: output OFF, For Disabled: output ON
3
For test input enabled: output ON, For Disabled: output OFF
4
For unstable incident beam: OFF (Note 1)
5
For unstable incident beam: ON (Note 1)
6
For muting: ON
7
For muting: OFF
8
For beam received: ON, For beam interrupted: OFF (Note 2)
Floating blanking function which allows non-specified
beam channels to be deactivated improves productivity
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For beam received: OFF, For beam interrupted: ON (Note 2)
A
For safety input enabled: ON, Disabled: OFF
B
For safety input enabled: OFF, Disabled: ON
C
For lockout: OFF
D
For lockout: ON
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.
Notes: 1) The output cannot be used while the fix blanking function,
floating blanking function or the muting function is activated.
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.
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Safety, productivity, and cost reduction [Muting control function]
Muting
lamps
Previous
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.
Muting sensors
Safety circuit
(Safety relay, etc.)
Safety light curtain
SF4C series
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Muting
lamps
Muting unit
Muting sensors
Safety circuit
(Safety relay, etc.)
SF4C series
* If a failure diagnosis of muting lamp is needed as by the result of risk assessment, use
the handy-controller SFC-HC (optional) to change the setting, and connect the muting
lamp output wire (red) of this safety light curtain to an incandescent lamp separately.
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
SF4C SERIES
HC
Selective muting area [Separate muting control function for each beam channel]
The handy-controller SFC-HC (optional)
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.
While muting control is active (line operating)
Line stopped
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.
HC
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 (optional). 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.
Entrance side
Exit side
Muting sensors are not needed on the exit side!
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.
Reset input
Safety light curtain
SF4C series
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.
Previous
Safety circuit is constructed without the need for a safety relay unit [External device monitoring function]
Monitoring
Safety relay unit
Safety relays
Motor, etc.
Safety relays
Motor, etc.
Reset input
SF4C series
Monitoring
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.
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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
SF4C series
Previous
Safety door switch,
emergency stop switch,
etc.
Monitoring
Monitoring
2NC
Safety light curtain Safety relays
Safety relay unit
Safety door switch,
emergency stop switch,
etc.
2NC
Contactor
Motor, etc.
A safety relay unit is needed for connecting safety devices other than
safety light curtain.
SF4C series
Contactor
Safety relays
Motor, etc.
Direct connection of various safety devices is possible for a simplified
safety circuit.
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. (Note)
SF4C series
Previous
Safety door switch,
emergency stop switch,
etc.
2NC
Monitoring
Monitoring
Safety relay unit
Contactor
Motor, etc.
Two safety relays are needed
Safety light curtain for each set of safety light curtain
Three sets of safety light curtains require three sets of safety relays.
2NC
HC
Safety door switch,
emergency stop switch,
etc.
Just two safety relays
are enough
Monitoring
Monitoring
Individual monitoring by auxiliary output
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SF4C series
Contactor
Motor, etc.
Outputs of safety devices
are consolidated in one unit.
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.
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
SF4C SERIES
PRODUCT CONFIGURATION
Maintenance is prioritized
Pigtailed type (with mounting bracket, connector attached cable)
Basic set in one model No.
Cable type [Mounting bracket, with 5 m (16.404 ft) cable]
Standard mounting bracket
MS-SFC-1 (Accessory)
Standard mounting bracket
MS-SFC-1 (Accessory)
1
2
4
3
Cable 5 m 16.404 ft (discrete wire)
Connector attached cable 0.5 m 1.640 ft
ORDER GUIDE
1 2 Safety light curtains
Operating range
(Note 1)
Appearance
Min. sensing object
ø14 mm ø0.551 in
(10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)
Beam
channel
No.
10 mm
0.394 in
Protective height
0.1 to 3 m
0.328 to 9.843 ft
Beam pitch 10 mm
10 mm
0.394 in
0.394 in
Beam
channel
No.
Min. sensing object
ø25 mm ø0.984 in
(20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
Hand protection type
Finger protection type
Type
10 mm
0.394 in
Protective height
0.1 to 3 m
0.328 to 9.843 ft
Beam pitch 10 mm
20 mm
0.394 in
0.787 in
1 Pigtailed type
Actual operating range
0.1 m of the safety light curtain
0.328 ft
Setting range of
the receiver
Emitter
Receiver
3m
9.843 ft
Protective height
(mm in)
SF4C-F15-J05
SF4C-F15
15
160 mm 6.299 in
SF4C-F23-J05
SF4C-F23
23
240 mm 9.449 in
SF4C-F31-J05
SF4C-F31
31
320 mm 12.598 in
SF4C-F39-J05
SF4C-F39
39
400 mm 15.748 in
SF4C-F47-J05
SF4C-F47
47
480 mm 18.898 in
SF4C-F55-J05
SF4C-F55
55
560 mm 22.047 in
SF4C-F63-J05
SF4C-F63
63
640 mm 25.197 in
SF4C-H8-J05
SF4C-H8
8
160 mm 6.299 in
SF4C-H12-J05
SF4C-H12
12
240 mm 9.449 in
SF4C-H16-J05
SF4C-H16
16
320 mm 12.598 in
SF4C-H20-J05
SF4C-H20
20
400 mm 15.748 in
SF4C-H24-J05
SF4C-H24
24
480 mm 18.898 in
SF4C-H28-J05
SF4C-H28
28
560 mm 22.047 in
SF4C-H32-J05
SF4C-H32
32
640 mm 25.197 in
Notes: 1) The operating range is the possible setting distance between the emitter and the receiver.
Receiver cannot be
placed in this range
Number of
beam
2 Cable type channels
Model No. (Note 2)
2) T
he model No. with suffix “E” shown on the label affixed to the product is the emitter,
“D” shown on the label is the receiver.
Receiver
3 4 Mating cables
Appearance
For receiver For emitter
3
W
ith connectors
on both ends
4
Mating cables
W
ith
connector
on one end
Type
Model No.
Description
SFB-CC10-MU
Length: 3 m 9.843 ft Cable with connector on one end for pigtailed type
Net weight: 430 g approx. (2 cables) Two cables per set for emitter and receiver
Length: 7 m 22.966 ft Cable color: Gray (for emitter),
Gray with black line (for receiver)
Net weight: 1,000 g approx. (2 cables)
Length: 10 m 32.808 ft Connector color: Gray (for emitter), Black (for receiver)
Net weight: 1,300 g approx. (2 cables) The min. bending radius: R6 mm R0.236 in
SFB-CCJ3E-MU
Length: 3 m 9.843 ft
Net weight: 190 g approx. (1 cable)
SFB-CC3-MU
SFB-CC7-MU
10 m 32.808 ft Cable with connectors on both ends for pigtailed type
SFB-CCJ10E-MU Length:
Net weight: 660 g approx. (1 cable) Cable color: Gray (for emitter), Gray with black line (for receiver)
SFB-CCJ3D-MU
Connector color: Gray (for emitter), Black (for receiver)
Length: 3 m 9.843 ft
Net weight: 210 g approx. (1 cable) The min. bending radius: R6 mm R0.236 in
10 m 32.808 ft
SFB-CCJ10D-MU Length:
Net weight: 680 g approx. (1 cable)
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ORDER GUIDE
Spare parts (Accessories for safety light curtain)
Designation
Model No.
Standard mounting bracket
Description
• MS-SFC-1
Standard
mounting
bracket
MS-SFC-1
Allows 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 ø14
SF4C-TR14
Min. sensing object for regular checking
(ø14 mm ø0.551 in)
Test rod ø25
SF4C-TR25
Min. sensing object for regular checking
(ø25 mm ø0.984 in)
Safety
light
curtain
M5 hexagonsocket-head bolt
Purchase
separately.
Four bracket set
Four M3 (length: 4 mm 0.157 in)
countersunk screws
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.
Safety light
curtain
Standard mounting bracket
MS-SFC-1 (Accessory)
M3 (length: 4 mm 0.157 in) countersunk screw
with loose-proof agent
OPTIONS
Mounting brackets
Designation
NA2-N compatible mounting bracket
Model No.
Description
NA2-N
compatible
mounting
bracket
MS-SFC-2
Used 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-3
Two ways of mounting are possible.
1 Rear mounting which enables beam adjustment
2 D
ead zoneless center mounting on aluminum frame
(4 pcs. per set for emitter and receiver)(Note)
Intermediate
supporting
bracket
for versatile
bracket
MS-SFC-4
• MS-SFC-2
Mounting holes for M4 screw
Mounting hole for
M6 hexagon-sockethead bolt
M4 screw
Purchase
separately.
Safety light
curtain
Used 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.
Versatile bracket
Intermediate supporting bracket for versatile bracket
• MS-SFC-3
• MS-SFC-4
Mounting holes
for M4 screw
Mounting hole for
M6 hexagon-sockethead bolt
Mounting hole for
M6 hexagon-sockethead bolt
Mounting holes
for M4 screw
Mounting hole for
M6 hexagon-sockethead bolt
(Mount on either one)
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
SF4C SERIES
OPTIONS
Control unit
Designation
Appearance
Model No.
Slim type
control unit
Description
Use a discrete wire cable to connect to the safety light curtain.
Relay output.
Compatible with up to Control Category 4.
SF-C13
●Recommended safety relay
SF relay, slim type
SF relay, slim type
SFS3-L-DC24V (AG1S132)
SFS4-L-DC24V (AG1S142)
Item
DIN terminal block
SFS4-SFD (AG1S847)[4-poles type]
SFS6-SFD (AG1S867)[6-poles type]
Note: Please contact our sales office for details on the recommended
products.
Type
Model No.
Part No.
With LED indicator
SFS3-L-DC24V
SFS4-L-DC24V
AG1S132
AG1S142
Contact arrangement
Rated nominal
switching capacity
Min. switching capacity
Coil rating
Rated power
consumption
Operation time
Release time
3a1b
4a2b
6 A / 250 V AC, 6 A / 30 V DC
1 mA / 5 V DC
20.8 mA / 24 V DC
15 mA / 24 V DC
Ambient temperature
Applicable standards
360 mW
500 mW
20 ms or less
20 ms or less
–40 to +85 °C –40 to +185 °F
(Humidity: 5 to 85 % RH)
UL/c-UL, TÜV, Korea's S-mark
Y-shaped connectors
Type
Appearance
Wire-saving
Y-shaped
connector
Cable with
connector
on one side
Model No.
Description
SFC-WY1
Wire-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).
WY1-CCN3
Cable length: 3 m 9.843 ft
Net weight: 200 g approx.
(1 cable)
WY1-CCN10
Cable length: 10 m 32.808 ft
Net weight: 620 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.
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.
Previous
A total of 24 wires
Y-shaped connector
Only 7 wires
Less wiring mistakes! Reduced wiring time!
Easy wiring to Safety PLC, etc.
SF4C series
Pig tailed type
SF4C series
Cable type
Safety PLC / Remote I/O /
Safety relay unit / SF-C13, etc.
Safety PLC / Remote I/O /
Safety relay unit / SF-C13, etc.
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OPTIONS
Product configuration
Emitter Receiver
・
Extension cable
Extension cable (1 cable for receiver)
SFB-CCJ3D-MU (3 m 9.843 ft for receiver)
SFB-CCJ10D-MU (10 m 32.808 ft for receiver)
Pigtailed type
0.5 m 1.640 ft
Extension cable (1 cable for emitter)
SFB-CCJ3E-MU (3 m 9.843 ft for emitter)
SFB-CCJ10E-MU (10 m 32.808 ft for emitter)
Connector pin layout
Black connector
2
Y-shaped connector
SFC-WY1
WY1-CCN3 (3 m 9.843 ft)
WY1-CCN10 (10 m 32.808 ft)
1
8
7
Emitter
6
4
5
Gray connector
Cable with connector on one side
(Common for all models)
Connector
pin No.
3
Receiver
SFB-CCJ3D (3 m 9.843 ft)
SFB-CCJ10D (10 m 32.808 ft)
Description
1
OSSD 2
2
+24 V
3
OSSD 1
4
Not used
5
Large multi-purpose indicator input 1
6
Large multi-purpose indicator input 2
7
0V
8
Output polarity setting wire (Shield)
Wiring diagram of control unit SF-C13
• Connect the safety light curtain control outputs OSSD 1 and
OSSD 2 to S1 and S2 respectively.
• Connect the safety light curtain control outputs OSSD 1 and
OSSD 2 to S4 and S2 respectively and ground the + side.
Safety light curtain
(SF4C-F□-J05 and SF4C-H□-J05)
Safety light curtain
(SF4C-F□-J05 and SF4C-H□-J05)
Y-shaped connector
WY1-CCN□
+24 V DC
+24 V DC
Not used (Yellow-green)
+24 V (Brown)
Y-shaped connector
WY1-CCN□
Not used (Yellow-green)
+24 V (Brown)
Large multi-purpose indicator input 1 (Gray)
0V
(Blue)
Large multi-purpose indicator input 1 (Gray)
Large multi-purpose indicator input 2 (Gray / Black)
Output
polarity
setting wire
(Shield)
PLC, etc.
OSSD 2 (White)
S1
OSSD 1 (Black)
L1
RESET
(Note 1)
(Note 1) FUSE1
FUSE2
(Note 2)
S2 S3 S4 X1 X2 X3
13 23 33 41
F
Ui
PLC, etc.
OSSD 2 (White)
OSSD 1 (Black)
A1
Large multi-purpose indicator input 2 (Gray / Black)
Output
polarity
setting wire 0 V
(Shield)
(Blue)
(Note 1) FUSE1
A1
F.G.
K1
S1
S2 S3 S4
X1
X2
F
SF-C13 control circuit
Ui
A2
0V
INTER_LOCK
AUX
KA, KB: Force-guided relay
F.G.
or magnet contactor
KA
N
FUSE2
33 41
K1
RESET
(Note 1)
(Note 2)
K2
FAULT
14 24
X3 13 23
SF-C13 control circuit
K2
OUT
L1
34 42
L1L2L3
KB
OUT
KB
KA
M
3~
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.
A2
0V
INTER_LOCK
FAULT
14 24 34 42
AUX
KA, KB: Force-guided relay
KB
or magnet contactor KA
N
L1L2L3
KB
KA
M
3~
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.
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
SF4C SERIES
OPTIONS
Handy-controller
Appearance
Model No.
Mating cable
Handycontroller
Fixe
d
Floa blan
ting king
Aux blan
Lighiliary king
cont emoutp
trol issi ut
on
Co
de
Mo
nito
Pro r
Co tect
py
FU
NC
TIO
N
SFC-HC
FUNCTION
CANCEL
CAN
CEL
EN
TE
R
SFC-WNC1
Cable set
Synchronization –
Synchronization +
Control
circuit
+V 0 V
ENTER
Handy-controller
Cable type
Cable set for
cable type
connection
Control
circuit
Designation
Pigtailed type
Not used
FUNCTION
CANCEL
Terminal block
ENTER
Handy-controller
Metal protection case
Applicable
beam channels
Designation
Metal protection case
(2 pcs. per set for emitter and receiver)
SF4C-F□
SF4C-H□
Model No.
15
8
MS-SFCH-8
23
12
MS-SFCH-12
31
16
MS-SFCH-16
39
20
MS-SFCH-20
47
24
MS-SFCH-24
55
28
MS-SFCH-28
63
32
MS-SFCH-32
• MS-SFCH-8
• MS-SFCH-12/16/20/24/28/32
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SF4C SERIES
SPECIFICATIONS
Safety light curtain individual specifications
Item
Model No.
SF4C-F□
Type
Pigtailed type SF4C-F15-J05
SF4C-F15
Cable type
Current consumption
No. of beam channels
Protective height
Large multipurpose indicator
lights off
Large multipurpose indicator
lights up
PFHD
MTTFD
Net weight Pigtailed
Total of
type
emitter and
Cable type
receiver
( )
15
160 mm 6.299 in
Min. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in type (10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)
SF4C-F23-J05 SF4C-F31-J05 SF4C-F39-J05 SF4C-F47-J05 SF4C-F55-J05
SF4C-F23
SF4C-F31
SF4C-F39
SF4C-F47
SF4C-F55
SF4C-F63-J05
SF4C-F63
23
31
39
47
55
63
240 mm 9.449 in 320 mm 12.598 in 400 mm 15.748 in 480 mm 18.898 in 560 mm 22.047 in 640 mm 25.197 in
Emitter: 70 mA or less
Receiver: 80 mA or less
Emitter: 75 mA or less
Receiver: 85 mA or less
Emitter: 80 mA or less
Receiver: 90 mA or less
Emitter: 85 mA or less
Receiver: 95 mA or less
Emitter: 105 mA or less
Receiver: 110 mA or less
Emitter: 110 mA or less
Receiver: 115 mA or less
Emitter: 115 mA or less
Receiver: 120 mA or less
Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 125 mA or less
2.29 × 10–9
2.73 × 10–9
3.18 × 10–9
3.62 × 10–9
100 years or more
4.06 × 10–9
4.50 × 10–9
4.95 × 10–9
210 g approx.
270 g approx.
340 g approx.
400 g approx.
470 g approx.
540 g approx.
600 g approx.
600 g approx.
670 g approx.
730 g approx.
800 g approx.
860 g approx.
930 g approx.
1,000 g approx.
Item
Model No.
SF4C-H□
Type
Pigtailed type
Cable type
Current consumption
No. of beam channels
Protective height
Large multipurpose indicator
lights off
Large multipurpose indicator
lights up
PFHD
MTTFD
Net weight Pigtailed
Total of
type
emitter and
Cable
type
receiver
( )
SF4C-H8-J05
SF4C-H8
Min. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in type (20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
SF4C-H12-J05 SF4C-H16-J05 SF4C-H20-J05 SF4C-H24-J05 SF4C-H28-J05 SF4C-H32-J05
SF4C-H12
SF4C-H16
SF4C-H20
SF4C-H24
SF4C-H28
SF4C-H32
8
160 mm 6.299 in
12
16
20
24
28
32
240 mm 9.449 in 320 mm 12.598 in 400 mm 15.748 in 480 mm 18.898 in 560 mm 22.047 in 640 mm 25.197 in
Emitter: 70 mA or less
Receiver: 85 mA or less
Emitter: 70 mA or less
Receiver: 90 mA or less
Emitter: 75 mA or less
Receiver: 95 mA or less
Emitter: 80 mA or less
Receiver: 100 mA or less
Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 135 mA or less
Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 140 mA or less
Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 145 mA or less
Emitter: 120 mA or less
Receiver: 150 mA or less
1.66 × 10–9
1.90 × 10–9
2.10 × 10–9
2.33 × 10–9
100 years or more
2.54 × 10–9
2.77 × 10–9
2.98 × 10–9
240 g approx.
300 g approx.
360 g approx.
420 g approx.
490 g approx.
550 g approx.
610 g approx.
630 g approx.
700 g approx.
760 g approx.
820 g approx.
880 g approx.
950 g approx.
1,000 g approx.
Note: W
here measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 °C +68 °F.
PFHD: Probability of dangerous failure per hour, MTTFD: Mean time to dangerous failure (in years)
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
SF4C SERIES
SPECIFICATIONS
Safety light curtain common specifications
Type
Applicable standards
Item
Model No.
International standard
Japan
Europe (EU) (Note 2)
North America (Note 3)
Regulatory compliance
Pigtailed type
SF4C-F□-J05
Min. sensing object (Note 5)
Effective aperture angle
Supply voltage
Control outputs
(OSSD 1, OSSD 2)
Operation mode
Protection circuit
Response time
Auxiliary output
(Non-safety output)
SF4C-H□-J05
SF4C-F□
SF4C-H□
IEC 61496-1/2 (Type 4), ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe), IEC 61508-1 to 7 (SIL 3)
JIS B 9704-1/2 (Type 4), JIS B 9705-1 (Category 4), JIS C 0508 (SIL 3)
EN 61496-1 (Type 4), EN ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe), EN 61508-1 to 7 (SIL 3), EN 55011, EN 50178, EN 61000-6-2
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
CE Marking (Machinery Directive, EMC Directive, RoHS Directive), TÜV SÜD certification, TÜV SÜD NRTL certification,
S-mark certification[SF4C-H□(-J05) only]
Operating range (Note 4)
Beam pitch
Cable type
0.1 to 3 m 0.328 to 9.843 ft
10 mm 0.394 in
20 mm 0.787 in
10 mm 0.394 in
20 mm 0.787 in
ø14 mm ø0.551 in opaque object ø25 mm ø0.984 in opaque object ø14 mm ø0.551 in opaque object ø25 mm ø0.984 in opaque object
±2.5° or less [for an operating range exceeding 3 m 9.843 ft (conforming to IEC 61496-2, ANSI/UL 61496-2)]
24 V DC +10
–15 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less
PNP open-collector transistor / NPN open-collector transistor (switching method)
• 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
• 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
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)
Incorporated
OFF response: 9 ms or less,
OFF response: 7 ms or less,
OFF response: 9 ms or less,
ON response: 90 ms or less
ON response: 90 ms or less
ON response: 90 ms or less
PNP open-collector transistor / NPN open-collector transistor (switching method)
• 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)
OFF response: 7 ms or less,
ON response: 90 ms or less
• 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 function
Incorporated (reducing mutual interference automatically)
Test / reset input function
Incorporated
Interlock function
Incorporated [Manual reset / Automatic reset (Note 8)]
External device monitoring function
Incorporated
Safety input function
Incorporated (safety contact)
Muting function / Override function
Incorporated
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
Environmental resistance
Pollution degree / Operating altitude
3 / 2,000 m 6,561 68 ft or less (Note 10)
Degree of protection
IP67 / IP65 (IEC)
Ambient temperature
–10 to +55 °C +14 to +131 °F (No dew condensation or icing allowed), Storage: –25 to +60 °C –13 to +140 °F
Ambient humidity
30 to 85 % RH, Storage: 30 to 85 % RH
Ambient illuminance
Incandescent 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 resistance
20 MΩ, or more, with 500 V DC megger between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Vibration resistance
10 to 55 Hz frequency, 0.75 mm 0.030 in double amplitude in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each
Shock resistance
300 m/s2 acceleration (30 G approx.) in X, Y and Z directions three times each
Emitting element
Infrared LED (Peak emission wavelength: 855 nm 0.034 mil)
Material
Enclosure: Polycarbonate alloy, Sensing surface: Polycarbonate alloy, MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): SUS
Cable
0.15 mm2 (power line: 0.2 mm2) 12-core heat-resistant PVC cable with connector, 0.5 m 1.640 ft long 0.15 mm2 (power line: 0.2 mm2) 12-core heat-resistant PVC cable, 5 m 16.404 ft long
Cable extension
Accessories
Extension up to 40.5 m 132.874 ft is possible for both emitter
and receiver optional mating cables
Extension 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)
MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set, MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set, MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set, MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set,
SF4C-TR14 (Test rod): 1 No.
SF4C-TR25 (Test rod): 1 No.
SF4C-TR14 (Test rod): 1 No.
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 °C +68 °F.
2) Regarding EU Machinery Directive, a Notified Body, TÜV SÜD, has certified with the type examination certificate.
3) W
ith regards to the standards in the US, under the US regulation 29 CFR 1910.7, TÜV SÜD, a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) certified by
OSHA, has certified with the safety certificate based on UL/ANSI standards. With regards to the standards in Canada, under the safety regulations based on
CEC (Canadian Electric Code), TÜV SÜD America, a Certification Body accredited by SCC, has certified with the safety certificate based on CSA standards.
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) D
o 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.
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SF4C SERIES
SPECIFICATIONS
Control unit
Model No.
Connectable safety light curtains
Applicable standards
Regulatory compliance
Control category
Supply voltage / Current consumption
Fuse (power supply)
Safety light curtain manufactured by Panasonic Industry
EN 61496-1 (Type 4), EN 55011, EN ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe), IEC 61496-1 (Type 4),
ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe), JIS B 9704-1 (Type 4), JIS B 9705-1 (Category 4),
ANSI/UL 61496-1 (Type 4), UL 1998 (Class 2)
CE Marking (Machinery Directive, Low Voltage Directive, EMC Directive, RoHS Directive), UL/c-UL Listing certification,
TÜV SÜD certification, S-mark certification
ISO 13849-1 (EN ISO 13849-1, JIS B 9705-1) compliance up to Category 4, PLe standards
24 V DC ± 10 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less / 100 mA or less (without safety light curtain)
Built-in electronic fuse, Triggering current: 0.5 A or more, Reset after power down
Safety output
NO contact × 3 (13-14, 23-24, 33-34)
Application category
Rated operation voltage (Ue) /
Rated operation current (le)
Contact resistance
Contact protection fuse rated
Pick-up delay (Auto reset / Manual reset)
Response time (Recovery time)
Auxiliary output
AC-15, DC-13 (IEC 60947-5-1)
30 V DC / 4 A, 230 V AC / 4 A, resistive load (For inductive load, during contact protection).
Min applicable load: 10 mA (at 24 V DC) (Note 2)
100 mΩ or less (initial value)
4 A (slow blow)
80 ms or less / 90 ms or less
10 ms or less
Safety relay contact (NC contact) × 1 (41-42) (Related to safety output)
Rated operation voltage / current
Contact protection fuse rated
Semiconductor auxiliary
output (AUX)
Output operation
Excess voltage category
Polarity selection function
Pollution degree
Environmental
resistance
SF-C13
24 V DC / 2 A, Min. applicable load: 10 mA (at 24 V DC)
2 A (slow blow)
PNP open-collector transistor
• Max. source current: 60 mA
On when the safety light curtain is interrupted
II
Incorporated (Cable connection allows selection of plus/minus ground)
Minus ground: Correspond to PNP output safety light curtain
Plus ground: Correspond to NPN output safety light curtain
2
Protection
Enclosure: IP40, Terminal IP20
Ambient temperature
Ambient humidity
Vibration resistance
Enclosure material
–10 to +55 °C +14 to +131 °F (No dew condensation or icing allowed), Storage: –25 to +70 °C –13 to +158 °F
30 to 85 % RH, Storage: 30 to 95 % RH
Resistance//malfunction 10 to 55 Hz frequency, 0.35 mm 0.014 in double amplitude in X, Y, and Z directions twenty times each
ABS
Weight
Net weight: 200 g approx.
Notes: 1) Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient
temperature of +20 °C +68 °F
2) If several SF-C13 units are being used in line together, leave a space of 5 mm 0.197 in or more between each
unit. If the units are touching each other, reduce the rated operating current for safety output in accordance with
the ambient operating temperature as shown in the graphs at right.
Dilating when SF-C13 units
are mounted close together
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Rated operation
current (A)
Item
5
4
3
2
1
0
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Handy-controller
Model No.
Item
Supply voltage
Current consumption
Communication method
Digital display
Function indicators
Environmental
resistance
Functions
Ambient temperature
Ambient humidity
Voltage withstandability
Insulation resistance
35 40 45 50 55
95 104 113 122 131
Ambient
temperature (°C °F)
SFC-HC
24 V DC +10
–15 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less (common to safety light curtain power supply)
65 mA or less
RS-485 two-way communications (Specific procedure)
4-digit red LED display × 2 (Selected beam channels, setting contents etc. are displayed.)
Green LED × 9 (Set function is displayed.)
Fixed 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
–10 to +55 °C +14 to +131 °F (No dew condensation or icing allowed), Storage: –25 to +70 °C –13 to +158 °F
30 to 85 % RH, Storage: 30 to 85 % RH
1,000 V AC for one min. between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
20 MΩ, or more, with 500 V DC megger between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Cable
12-core shielded cable, 0.5 m 1.640 ft long, with a connector at the end (2 cables)
Weight
Net weight: 200 g approx.
Note: Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 °C +68 °F.
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I/O CIRCUIT AND WIRING DIAGRAMS
I/O circuit diagram
I/O circuit diagram
Terminal No. of pigtailed type
Color code
Emitter
Terminal No. of pigtailed type
Color code
Emitter
(Brown) +V
(Brown) +V
(Pink) Test input /
470 Ω Reset input
6.8 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
(Pale purple)
470 Ω Interlock setting input *S2
0.47 μF
6.8 kΩ
470 Ω (Yellow) Override input *S2
6.8 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
3 kΩ
3 kΩ
(Red) Muting lamp output
+
–
(Gray) Safety input 1
24 V DC
+10
–15 %
(Gray / Black) Safety input 2
(Blue) 0 V
Internal circuit
Receiver
47 kΩ
Sensor circuit
0.1 μF
6.8 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
0.1 μF
6.8 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
0.47 μF
3 kΩ
(Gray / Black) Safety input 2
470 Ω
(Pink) Test input / Reset input
6.8 kΩ (Pale purple)
470 Ω Interlock setting input
6.8 kΩ
(Yellow) Override input
*S2
*S2
6.8 kΩ
(Blue) 0 V
(Orange) Synchronization +
(Orange) Synchronization +
(Orange / Black) Synchronization –
(Orange / Black) Synchronization –
Users’ circuit
Internal circuit
Receiver
Users’ circuit
(Orange / Black)
Synchronization –
(Orange) Synchronization +
(Orange) Synchronization +
(Brown) +V
(Brown) +V
(Shield) Output polarity setting wire
470 Ω
(Gray / Black) Large multi- *S2
purpose indicator input 2
470 Ω
(Sky-blue / White)
Muting input 1
*S2
470 Ω
(Sky-blue / Black)
Muting input 2
*S2
470 Ω
(Yellow-green)
External device monitoring input
6.8 kΩ 470 Ω (Yellow-green) External device monitoring input
0.47 μF
6.8 kΩ
47 kΩ
(White) Control output 2 (OSSD 2)
0.1 μF
47 kΩ
0.1 μF
K2
K1, K2: External device
(Force-guided relay or magnet contactor)
Users’ circuit
* S1, S2
47 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
0.1 μF
K1
(Blue) 0 V
(Gray) Large multi470 Ω purpose indicator input 1
(Sky-blue / White)
470 Ω Muting input 1
*S2
6.8 kΩ (Sky-blue / Black)
470 Ω Muting input 2
*S2
6.8 kΩ
0.1 μF
6.8 kΩ
Internal circuit
K1
K2
(Blue) 0 V
K1, K2: External device
(Force-guided relay or magnet contactor)
Users’ circuit
* 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
Vs to Vs – 3.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): ON (Note)
Open: OFF
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,
Vs to Vs – 3.5 V (sink current 5 mA or less): Valid (Note)
Open: Invalid
*S2
47 kΩ
(Gray / Black) Large multi- *S2
470 Ω purpose indicator input 2
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
Note: Vs is the applying supply voltage.
K2
(White) Control output 2 (OSSD 2)
K2
(Black) Control output 1 (OSSD 1)
Internal circuit
K1
K1
6.8 kΩ
(Shield)
Output polarity setting wire
24 V DC
%
+10
–15
*S1
(Black) Control output 1 (OSSD 1)
47 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
(Gray) Safety input 1
(Gray) Large multi*S2
purpose indicator input 1
47 kΩ 470 Ω
0.1 μF
Load
+
–
3 kΩ
470 Ω
0.47 μF
Sensor circuit
0.1 μF
6.8 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
(Orange / Black)
Synchronization –
47 kΩ
6.8 kΩ
0.47 μF
0.47 μF
(Yellow-green / Black)
Auxiliary output
(Shield) Output polarity setting wire
Load
(Yellow-green / Black) Auxiliary output
(Red) Muting lamp output
Sensor circuit
0.47 μF
*S1
Sensor circuit
0.47 μF
(Shield) Output polarity setting wire
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
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SF4C SERIES
I/O CIRCUIT AND WIRING DIAGRAMS
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.
Receiver
Emitter
Gray cable
Gray cable
(with black line)
(Red) Muting lamp output
(Yellow) Override input
(Pale purple) Interlock setting input
(Brown) +V
(Pink) Test input / Reset input
(Gray) Safety input 1
(Gray / Black) Safety input 2
(Shield) Output polarity setting wire
(Blue) 0 V
(Yellow-green / Black) Auxiliary output
(Orange) Synchronization +
(Orange / Black) Synchronization –
(Orange / Black) Synchronization –
(Orange) Synchronization +
(Yellow-green) External device monitoring input
(Brown) +V
(Black) Control output 1 (OSSD 1) K1
(White) Control output 2 (OSSD 2)
K2
(Shield) Output polarity setting wire
(Blue) 0 V
(Sky-blue / White) Muting input 1
(Sky-blue / Black) Muting input 2
(Gray) Large multi-purpose indicator input 1
(Gray / Black) Large multi-purpose indicator input 2
Open
Open
Open
Receiver
+
–
Emitter
24 V DC
%
+10
–15
Gray cable
Gray cable
(with black line)
Open
Open
Open
Open
K1, K2: Force-guided relay or magnet contactor
Interlock function
External device monitoring
function
Auxiliary output
Output polarity setting wire
Safety input
Disabled (Automatic reset)
Disabled
Not used
PNP
Invalid
PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER 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 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.
(Red) Muting lamp output
(Yellow) Override input
(Pale purple) Interlock setting input
(Brown) +V
(Shield) Output polarity setting wire
(Gray) Safety input 1
(Gray / Black) Safety input 2
(Pink) Test input / Reset input
(Blue) 0 V
(Yellow-green / Black) Auxiliary output
(Orange) Synchronization +
(Orange / Black) Synchronization –
(Orange / Black) Synchronization –
(Orange) Synchronization +
(Yellow-green) External device monitoring input
(Brown) +V
(Black) Control output 1 (OSSD 1) K1
(White) Control output 2 (OSSD 2)
K2
(Shield) Output polarity setting wire
(Blue) 0 V
(Sky-blue / White) Muting input 1
(Sky-blue / Black) Muting input 2
(Gray) Large multi-purpose indicator input 1
(Gray / Black) Large multi-purpose indicator input 2
Open
Open
Open
+
–
24 V DC
%
+10
–15
Open
Open
Open
Open
K1, K2: Force-guided relay or magnet contactor
Interlock function
External device monitoring
function
Auxiliary output
Output polarity setting wire
Safety input
Disabled (Automatic reset)
Disabled
Not used
NPN
Invalid
Refer to the instruction manual for details.
The instruction manual can be download from our website.
• The body of this device 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).
・
DIMENSIONS (Unit: mm in)
17
SF4C SERIES
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
The CAD data can be downloaded from our website.・
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).
7.7
(0.303
)
30
1.181
10 0.394
13.2 0.520
t 2 t 0.079 10 0.394
5.4
0.213
(
)
18
0.709
Indicator
part (Note)
DCB A
88
(3.465
)
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
5.4
0.213
(
)
21
0.827
7.7
(0.303
)
30
1.181
12
0.472
Indicator
part (Note)
13
0.512
(
88
3.465
)
50.5
(1.988
)
DCB A
88
(3.465
)
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
Beam
pitch
F
F
G
Gray cable
16 10
0.630 0.394
Emitter
13.2 0.520
t 2 t 0.079
21
0.827
13
0.512
18
(0.709
)
21
(0.827
)
Beam
pitch
16 10
0.630 0.394
13.2 0.520
t 2 t 0.079
18
0.709
Indicator
part (Note)
13
0.512
21
(0.827
)
50.5
(1.988
)
7.7
(0.303
)
30
1.181
18
(0.709
)
21
(0.827
)
(
88
3.465
)
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
(
88
3.465
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
)
AB
Beam
pitch
(
88
3.465
10
0.394
Gray cable
Receiver
Emitter
G
12
0.472
Indicator
part (Note)
50.5
(1.988
)
)
BA
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
E
88
(3.465
)
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
Beam
pitch
F
Gray cable (with black line)
7.7
(0.303
)
10
0.394
G
Receiver
ø6
ø0.236
C
D
E
Model No.
F
SF4C-F15(-J05)
SF4C-H8(-J05)
140 5.512 160 6.299 172 6.772 184 7.244 130 5.118
SF4C-F□(-J05) 10 0.394
SF4C-F23(-J05)
SF4C-H12(-J05) 220 8.661 240 9.449 252 9.921 264 10.394 210 8.268
SF4C-H□(-J05) 20 0.787
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
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).
Digital error
indicator
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.
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
G
ø15.6
ø0.614
B
88
(3.465
)
Gray cable (with black line)
45
(1.772
)
A
13
0.512
F
Connector of the pigtailed type SF4C-F□-J05 / SF4C-H□-J05
Model No.
13.2 0.520
t 2 t 0.079
21
0.827
50.5
(1.988
)
E
30
1.181
G
ø5
ø0.197
18
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
・
SF4C SERIES
DIMENSIONS (Unit: mm in)
The CAD data can be downloaded from our website.・
SF4C-F□ SF4C-H□
Safety light curtain
Mounting bracket assembly dimensions
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).
( )
( )
7.5
0.295
7.5
0.295
2 0.079
15
( 0.591
)
MS-SFC-3
6.5 0.256
15
( 0.591
)
MS-SFC-3
2 0.079
6.5 0.256
MS-SFC-3
MS-SFC-3
(22 0.866)
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
MS-SFC-4
D A C
D A C
6.5
0.256
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
8
0.315
B
21
0.827
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
6.5
0.256
21
0.827
B
(22 0.866)
Large
Multipurpose
indicator
MS-SFC-4
D
MS-SFC-4
Large
Multipurpose
indicator
8
0.315
Large
Multipurpose
indicator
6.5
0.256
8
0.315
21
0.827
6.5
0.256
Large
Multi-purpose
indicator
MS-SFC-4
A’
6.5
0.256
D
A’
B’
B’
(22 0.866)
30
1.181
42
1.654
12.7
0.500
15
( 0.591
)
7.5
( 0.295
)
6.5 0.256
2 0.079
25.7
1.012
30
1.181
42
1.654
15
( 0.591
)
7.5
( 0.295
)
Emitter
Model No.
12.7
0.500
6.5 0.256
2 0.079
25.7
1.012
30
1.181
2 0.079
12.7 0.500
25.7 1.021
42
1.654
Receiver
Inter mediate supporting bracket
SF4C-F15(-J05)
SF4C-H8(-J05)
–
SF4C-F23(-J05)
SF4C-H12(-J05)
–
SF4C-F31(-J05)
SF4C-H16(-J05)
–
SF4C-F39(-J05)
SF4C-H20(-J05)
–
SF4C-F47(-J05)
SF4C-H24(-J05)
–
SF4C-F55(-J05)
SF4C-H28(-J05)
Available
SF4C-F63(-J05)
SF4C-H32(-J05)
Available
(22 0.866)
30
1.181
42
1.654
Emitter
12.7 0.500
25.7 1.021
Receiver
A
A'
B
B'
C
D
175
6.890
255
10.039
335
13.189
415
16.339
495
19.488
575
22.638
655
25.787
116
4.567
196
7.717
276
10.866
356
14.016
436
17.165
516
20.315
596
23.465
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
238 to 338
9.370 to 13.307
278 to 378
10.945 to 14.882
209 to 309
8.228 to 12.165
249 to 349
9.803 to 13.740
190
7.480
270
10.630
350
13.780
430
16.929
510
20.079
590
23.228
670
26.378
160
6.299
240
9.449
320
12.598
400
15.748
480
18.898
560
22.047
640
25.197
Notes: 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.
8
0.315
21
0.827
6.5 0.256
2 0.079
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
・
DIMENSIONS (Unit: mm in)
MS-SFC-1
The CAD data can be downloaded from our website.・
Standard mounting bracket (Accessory)
MS-SFC-2
NA2-N compatible mounting bracket (Optional)
30
1.181
t2
t 0.079
SF4C SERIES
t2
t 0.079
6
0.236
10
0.394
30
1.181
18 0.709
2 0.079
2 × ø4.5
ø0.177
11.8 5.4
0.465 0.213
7.5
0.295
14.8 6.5
0.583 0.256
5
0.197
21
34
0.827 1.339
37
1.457
22.5
0.886
Mounting hole for M3 countersunk screw
(for main body mounting)
Mounting hole for M3 countersunk screw
(for main body mounting)
Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Net weight: 32 g approx. (4 pcs.)
Package weight: 35 g appox.
Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Net weight: 36 g approx. (4 pcs.)
Package weight: 40 g appox.
Four bracket set
Four M3 (length 4 mm 0.157 in)
countersunk screws are attached.
Four bracket set
Four M3 (length 4 mm 0.157 in)
countersunk screws are attached.
MS-SFC-3
Versatile bracket (Optional)
14.5 0.571
2-ø4.5
ø0.177
30 1.181
18 0.709
2 0.079
(
6
0.236
5 0.197
6.5 0.256
(
14.5 0.571
)
(
t1.5
t0.059
13
0.512
)
3
0.118
)
(3 0.118)
(6 0.236)
7.5
0.295
21.5
0.846
22.5 37
0.886 1.457
M3 countersunk screw mounting hole
(for main body mounting)
(13 0.512)
Intermediate supporting bracket for versatile bracket (Optional)
43.5 1.713
27 1.063
27.3
1.075
(
13.6
0.535
10.5
0.413
)
9.7
0.382
t2
t0.079
8
0.315
6
0.236
6.5 0.256
6.5 0.256
Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Net weight: 40 g approx. (2 pcs.)
Package weight: 60 g appox.
Two bracket set
27 1.063
37 1.457
3
( 0.118
)
5 0.197
2 0.079
18
0.709
30
1.181
Four bracket set
Four M3 (length 4 mm 0.157 in)
countersunk screws are attached.
(31 1.220)
7 0.276
6.5 0.256
t2
t0.079
Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Net weight: 75 g approx. (4 pcs.)
Package weight: 90 g appox.
MS-SFC-4
M3 countersunk screw mounting hole
(for main body mounting)
(3 0.118)
10
0.394 20
25
0.787 0.984
2-ø4.5
ø0.177
23
0.906
t1.5
t0.059
t2
t0.079
19
20
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
・
SF4C SERIES
DIMENSIONS (Unit: mm in)
The CAD data can be downloaded from our website.・
MS-SFCH-□
□
Metal protection case (Optional)
Assembly dimensions
Mounting drawing for the safety light curtains using the metal protection case
(MS-SFCH-□).
18
0.709
ø6.4 ø0.252 (M6 mounting hole)
36.2
1.425
19.6 0.772
(When using MS-SFC-2)
ø5.4 ø0.213
(M5 mounting hole)
ø5.4 ø0.213
(M5 mounting hole)
(When using MS-SFC-1)
(When using MS-SFC-1)
Indicator
part
26
1.024
10
0.394
3
0.118
90
3.543
43.5
1.713
E
96
3.780
43.5
1.713
6
0.236
8
0.315
F
26
1.024
D
C
B
A
26
1.024
ø5.4 ø0.213
(M5 mounting hole)
(When using MS-SFC-1)
ø6.4 ø0.252
(M6 mounting hole)
(When using MS-SFC-2)
4-ø4.8 ø0.189
(M4 mounting hole)
(When using MS-SFC-2)
18
0.709
36.2
1.425
t2.3 t0.091
Material: Aluminum
Model No.
MS-SFCH-8
MS-SFCH-12
MS-SFCH-16
MS-SFCH-20
MS-SFCH-24
MS-SFCH-28
MS-SFCH-32
A
5
0.197
5
0.197
ø5.4 ø0.213
(M5 mounting hole)
(When using MS-SFC-1)
19.6
0.772
D
A
B
C
D
E
F
Net weight (2 pcs.)
190
7.480
270
10.630
350
13.780
430
16.929
510
20.079
590
23.228
670
26.378
180
7.087
260
10.236
340
13.386
420
16.535
500
19.685
580
22.835
660
25.984
175
6.890
255
10.039
335
13.189
415
16.339
495
19.488
575
22.638
655
25.787
172
6.772
252
9.921
332
13.071
412
16.220
492
19.370
572
22.520
652
25.669
162
6.378
242
9.528
322
12.677
402
15.827
482
18.976
562
22.126
642
25.276
26
1.024
35
1.378
35
1.378
35
1.378
35
1.378
35
1.378
35
1.378
160 g approx.
240 g approx.
340 g approx.
420 g approx.
520 g approx.
600 g approx.
700 g approx.
Ultra-slim Safety Light Curtain Type 4
・
DIMENSIONS (Unit: mm in)
SFB-CC□-MU
The CAD data can be downloaded from our website.・
Mating cable with connector on one end (Optional)
45
(1.772
)
SF4C SERIES
SFB-CCJ□
□-MU
Mating cable with connectors on both ends (Optional)
45
(1.772
)
L
45
(1.772
)
L
ø15.6
ø0.614
ø15.6
ø0.614
ø15.6
ø0.614
ø6
ø0.236
ø6
ø0.236
• Length L
• Length L
Model No.
Model No.
Length L
Length L
SFB-CC3-MU
3,000 118.110
SFB-CCJ3D-MU
SFB-CC7-MU
7,000 275.590
SFB-CCJ3E-MU
10,000 393.700
SFB-CCJ10D-MU
SFB-CC10-MU
3,000 118.110
SFB-CCJ10E-MU
SFC-WY1
Y-shaped connector (Optional)
WY1-CCN3 WY1-CCN10
66
2.598
22.5
0.886
13.5
0.531
42
(1.654
)
41
1.614
Mating cable (Optional)
L
ø14
ø0.551
ø6
ø0.236
ø14
46.6 31
ø0.551 1.835 1.220
Model No.
ø9
ø0.354
Length L
WY1-CCN3
3,000 118.110
WY1-CCN10
SFC-HC
Handy-controller (Optional)
65
2.559
25.4
1.000
10,000 393.700
SF-C13
Control unit (Optional)
30
1.181
6.75
0.266
4
0.157
23
0.906
10,000 393.700
35
1.378
67.3
2.650
ø6 ø0.236 cables,
0.5 m 1.640 ft long
130
5.118
5
0.197
6
0.236
34.5
1.358
3 × 5 = 15
3 × 0.197 = 0.591
91.6
3.606
FUNCTION
140
5.512
CANCEL
ENTER
10
0.394
13.5
0.531
80
3.150
6.5
80.8
0.256
3.181
Suitable for 35 mm 1.378 in width DIN rail
13
0.512
22.5
0.886
5
0.197
21
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