Wenglor OPT2130, Operating Instructions Manual

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5 Through-Beam Sensors
2. For Your Safety
2.1 Use for Intended Purpose
The product is based on the following functional principle:
Through-Beam Sensors
The transmitter and receiver in through-beam sensors are integrated in separate housings. The output switch-
es if the light beam is interrupted. The function of the transmitter and receiver can be tested with a test input.
Through-beam sensors are available with laser light, red light or infrared light. The fine laser beam creates a
small spot of light, which can be used to reliably detect even the smallest parts. Their good visibility facili-
tates easy adjustment and commissioning, even at great distances. In the case of some laser through-beam
sensors, the focus is adjustable.
Aligning through-beam sensors with red light is very easy thanks to the visible light spot.
This product can be used in the following industry sectors:
• Special machinery manufacturing
• Heavy machinery manufacturing
• Logistics
• Automotive industry
• Food industry
• Packaging industry
• Pharmaceuticals industry
• Plastics industry
• Woodworking industry • Consumer goods industry
• Paper industry
• Electronics industry
• Glass industry
• Steel industry
• Aviation industry
• Chemicals industry
• Alternative energy
• Raw materials extraction
2.2 Use for Other than the Intended Purpose
• Not a safety component in accordance with 2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive)
• The product is not suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
• The product may only be used with accessories supplied or approved by wenglor, or combined with
approved products. A list of approved accessories and combination products can be accessed at
www.wenglor.com on the product detail page.
DANGER!
Risk of personal injury or property damage in case of use for other than the intended
purpose!
Use for other than the intended purpose may lead to hazardous situations.
• Observe instructions regarding use for intended purpose.