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The SICK ELG is a versatile, extremely tough switching automation light grid designed for robust standard applications. It provides reliable beam-based detection with multiple monitoring heights and beam separations to suit diverse industrial needs. The ELG ensures consistent performance even in challenging environments where glare from sunlight or flashing lights may interfere with operation. With its high durability and resistance to environmental disturbances, the ELG delivers dependable safety and process control in demanding automation scenarios. Ideal for applications requiring continuous, accurate object detection, this light grid is engineered to maintain precision under real-world conditions without degradation over time.
The ELG utilizes a robust optical design that ensures immunity to glare caused by sunlight or flashing lights, making it suitable for outdoor and high-illumination environments. Its beam separation technology enables precise object detection with minimal false triggers. The system is built to withstand mechanical stress and environmental exposure while maintaining stable switching performance. With up to 128 beams available, the ELG offers scalable detection capacity across various automation tasks. This makes it ideal for applications where accurate positioning and reliable detection are critical without requiring complex setup or calibration.
The SICK ELG light grid features a minimum beam resolution of 30 mm, ensuring precise object detection at the required spacing. It supports up to 128 beams, allowing for flexible configuration based on application needs. The beam separation is adjustable across different monitoring heights, enabling customized detection zones. This combination of high resolution and scalable beam count ensures accurate detection of small parts or projections while maintaining operational reliability. All technical specifications are designed to meet the demands of standard industrial automation environments where consistent performance under variable conditions is essential.
The ELG light grid can be configured with different monitoring heights and beam separations to match specific application requirements. It integrates seamlessly into existing automation systems through standard switching outputs, enabling straightforward connection to control systems or PLCs. No additional signal processing is required for basic detection functions. The modular design allows for easy installation and adjustment without extensive reconfiguration. Users can select the appropriate number of beams up to 128 depending on the detection zone size and object type.
The ELG is designed for operation in standard industrial environments with exposure to sunlight, ambient light variations, and mechanical stress. It demonstrates strong resistance to glare from direct sunlight or flashing lights, ensuring consistent performance regardless of lighting conditions. The device operates reliably under typical temperature and humidity ranges found in logistics, manufacturing, and transportation settings. Its rugged construction ensures long-term durability without degradation in performance due to environmental exposure.
The ELG is commonly used in logistics for detecting projections on pallets and counting boxes or small parts. It is also employed in vehicle separation applications at tollbooths, where reliable detection of object presence or position is critical. These applications benefit from the ELG’s robustness, glare immunity, and precise beam resolution. The ability to configure monitoring heights and beam separations makes it adaptable across a range of industrial processes requiring accurate, fail-safe detection in standard automation environments.
| Specification | Value |
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| resolution | of 30 mm. |
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