Release 08/2020 Ver. 1.0
Installation Manual: Safety Edge
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10.2 Edge sensor with a Single 4-Conductor Lead
Using a digital multimeter, verify for the following conductor/edge actuation combinations, that the point-
to-point resistance measurements are within stated limits:
Pairs to Test
Edge State
Proper Measured Result
Black and Yellow
Not actuated
Less than 5 ohms
Red and White
Not actuated
Less than 5 ohms
Red and Black
Not actuated
Open circuit
Red and Black
Actuated
Less than 5 ohms
Yellow and White
Not actuated
Open circuit
Yellow and White
Actuated
Less than 5 ohms
Continuity table for edge sensors with single 4-conuctor lead characteristics - Figure 26
Any measurement beyond the limits specified under “Proper Measured Result” indicates that the
edge is defective. If this is an unmodified edge, please Contact Tapeswitch for assistance.
10.3 Edge sensor with one - 2-Conductor Lead - Resistor
Test continuity in accordance with the table below. Measure between the wires in each pair and
confirm the proper result. Note that the lead pairs may be black and white or ribbed and smooth,
depending on the model and/or customer requirement.
Black to White
or
Ribbed to Smooth
Not actuated
5.4K min. to 9.5K max
ohms
Black and White
or
Ribbed and Smooth
Actuated
Less than 5 ohms
Continuity table for edge sensors with single 2-conuctor lead with EOL characteristics - Figure 27
