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MLG20N-1780N10501 | Automation light grids
The SICK MLG20N-1780N10501 Automation Light Grid offers precise object detection and measurement with 90 infrared beams, robust IP65/IP67 rated aluminum housing, and advanced ProNet fieldbus communication for industrial automation applications.
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Product Name/Title: MLG20N-1780N10501 | Automation light grids
Brand: SICK
SKU: 1115432
Alternatively Known As: Automation light grid, Safety light curtain, Industrial light grid sensor, Object detection light grid
Technical Specifications
- Device version: ProNet with extended fieldbus functionality
- Sensor principle: Sender/receiver
- Minimum detectable object: 20 mm
- Number of beams: 90
- Detection height: 1780 mm
- Light source: LED, Infrared light at 850 nm wavelength
- Supply voltage: DC 19.2 V to 28.8 V
- Power consumption sender: 59.5 mA
- Power consumption receiver: 138 mA
- Fieldbus module current consumption: 115 mA
- Output current max: 100 mA
- Output load capacitive: 100 nF
- Output load inductive: 1 H
- Initialization time: < 1 second
- Switching output: Push-pull PNP/NPN
- Connection type: Plug M12, 5-pin and 12-pin connectors
- Housing material: Aluminum
- Display: LED
- Enclosure rating: IP65, IP67
- Circuit protection: Reverse polarity, short-circuit, interference pulse suppression
- Protection class: III
- Front screen material: PMMA
- Maximum range: 7 m
- Operating range: 5 m
- Response time: 8.2 ms
- Shock resistance: 10 g continuous, 15 g single shocks
- Vibration resistance: 5 g sinusoidal oscillation 10-150 Hz
- EMC: EN 60947-5-2
- Ambient light immunity: Direct 150,000 lx, Indirect 200,000 lx
- Operating temperature: -30 °C to +55 °C
- Storage temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 1780mm x 100mm x 1000mm
- Weight: 3.85 kg
Key Features
- ProNet device version with extended functionality including fieldbus
- Sender/receiver sensor principle with 90 beams
- Minimum detectable object size of 20 mm
- Beam separation of 20 mm and detection height of 1780 mm
- Operating modes include standard, transparent, dust- and sunlight-resistant
- Functions include cross beam, beam blanking, high-speed scan, and high measurement accuracy
- LED infrared light source with 850 nm wavelength
- Enclosure rating IP65 and IP67 for robust protection
- Push-pull PNP/NPN switching output
- Aluminum housing with PMMA front screen
- Fast initialization time under 1 second
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified professionals familiar with industrial automation safety standards and electrical connections to ensure proper setup and compliance.
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 for automation processes
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
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 automation
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK MLG20N-1780N10501 Automation Light Grid is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety applications requiring precise object detection and measurement.
