Technical User Guide
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DOL 16 0-50/1000 LUX 0-10V
1 Product description
The DOL 16 is a sensor designed to measure light intensity. It is intended for application in livestock houses but
is also well suited for a number of industrial applications.
Two variants of the sensor are available; one with a cable, and one with M12-connector/cable.
Light-sensitive area
Figure 1: DOL 16.
2 Mounting
In dusty environments, the sensor should be placed in a position which allows for easy cleaning at regu-
lar intervals.
For optimum mounting of the sensor, use the mounting clip.
Mount the sensor in front of an inlet in the direction of the fresh air jet to ensure that the sensor is free from
dust. In houses with wall inlets place the sensor close to one of the inlets that opens first. I tunnel houses the
sensor must be placed minimum 20 meters away from the end of the tunnel opening to avoid light from outside
influencing the sensor.
The sensor should be placed in a position which is representative of the light level in the house - the light-sensi-
tive area of the sensor is shown in Figure 1.
Placement of the sensor where it is influenced by sunlight from the outside and objects obstructing light near
the sensor should be avoided.
Place the sensor in
front of an inlet that
opens first in order to
minimise the build-up
of dust on the sensor.
1/4 of the width of the livestock house.
Figure 2: Mounting in the livestock house.
