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MLG20N-1180U10801 | Automation light grids
The SICK MLG20N-1180U10801 Automation Light Grid is a high-precision sensor system designed for object detection, measurement, and classification with robust features including dust and sunlight resistance and multiple operating modes.
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Product Name/Title: MLG20N-1180U10801 | Automation light grids
Brand: SICK
SKU: 1222865
Alternatively Known As: Automation light grid, safety light curtain, object detection light grid, SICK light grid sensor
Technical Specifications
- Device version: ProNet replacement for MLG-1 with terminals
- Sensor principle: Sender/receiver
- Minimum detectable object: 20 mm
- Number of beams: 60
- Detection height: 1180 mm
- Interface: RS-485 with 9.6 kbit/s baud rate
- Operating modes: Standard, Transparent, Dust- and sunlight-resistant
- Functions: Cross beam, beam blanking, high-speed scan, high measurement accuracy
- Light source: LED, Infrared light at 850 nm wavelength
- Supply voltage: DC 19.2 V to 28.8 V
- Power consumption sender: 58 mA
- Power consumption receiver: 132 mA
- Fieldbus module current consumption: 115 mA
- Output current max: 100 mA
- Connection type: Plug M12, 5-pin and 12-pin connectors
- Enclosure rating: IP65, IP67
- Circuit protection: Reverse polarity, short-circuit, interference pulse suppression
- Shock resistance: 10 g continuous, 15 g single shocks
- Vibration resistance: 5 g sinusoidal oscillation
- Ambient operating temperature: -30°C to +55°C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 1180mm x 50mm x 50mm
- Weight: 2.65 kg
Key Features
- ProNet replacement product for MLG-1 with terminals
- Sender/receiver sensor principle with 60 beams
- Minimum detectable object size of 20 mm
- Beam separation of 20 mm and detection height of 1180 mm
- Cable synchronization type
- Operating modes: Standard, Transparent, Dust- and sunlight-resistant
- Functions include cross beam, beam blanking, high-speed scan, and high measurement accuracy
- Interface RS-485 with baud rate 9.6 kbit/s
- Push-pull PNP/NPN switching output
- LED infrared light source with 850 nm wavelength
- Enclosure rating IP65 and IP67
- Housing made of aluminum with PMMA front screen
- Circuit protection including reverse polarity and short-circuit protection
- Shock resistance up to 15 g and vibration resistance 5 g
- Ambient operating temperature from -30°C to +55°C
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified professionals is recommended to ensure proper setup, calibration, and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Object detection and object width measurement
- Object recognition and height classification
- Hole detection and hole size measurement
- Outside and inside dimension measurement
- Object and hole position measurement
- Zone definition and data interface applications
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Energy-efficient LED infrared light source reduces power consumption
- Durable aluminum housing extends product lifespan, reducing waste
- High measurement accuracy minimizes errors and material waste in industrial processes
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK MLG20N-1180U10801 Automation Light Grid is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety applications.
