Manual: SLP/SLPC and SLP/SLPCM Safety Light Grids

FACTORY AUTOMATION
MANUAL
SLP/SLPC AND
SLP/SLPCM SAFETY
LIGHT GRIDS
SLP/SLPC AND SLP/SLPCM SAFETY LIGHT GRIDS
With regard to the supply of products, the current issue of the following document is applicable: The
General Terms of Delivery for Products and Services of the Electrical Industry, published by the
Central Association of the Electrical Industry (Zentralverband Elektrotechnik und Elektroindustrie
(ZVEI) e.V.) in its most recent version as well as the supplementary clause: "Expanded reservation
of proprietorship"
Contents
1 Introduction......................................................................... 5
2 Declaration of conformity .................................................. 6
2.1 Declaration of Conformity..............................................................................6
3 Safety ................................................................................... 7
3.1 Symbols relevant to safety ............................................................................7
3.2 Intended use .................................................................................................7
3.3 General safety instructions ............................................................................7
4 Product Description ........................................................... 9

4.1 Use and application ......................................................................................9
4.1.1 Layout ....................................................................................................10
4.2 Displays and controls..................................................................................11
4.3 Interfaces and connections .........................................................................13
4.3.1 SLPC(M) terminal compartment .............................................................13
4.3.2 SLPCM front connections.......................................................................14
4.3.3 Muting light connection/light socket (only for SLPCM...-L...) ..................15
4.3.4 Connections of the SLP transmitter ........................................................16
4.4 Delivery package ........................................................................................16
5 Installation......................................................................... 17
5.1 Preparation .................................................................................................17
5.2 Mounting.....................................................................................................19
5.3 Operating modes ........................................................................................20
5.3.1 Startup/restart interlock (restart) .............................................................21
5.3.2 Relay monitor .........................................................................................22
5.3.3 Muting (SLPCM).....................................................................................23
6 Commissioning................................................................. 28
6.1 Adjusting the protective beams ...................................................................28
6.2 Layout with adjustable mirrors.....................................................................28
6.3 Functional testing........................................................................................29
7 Maintenance and repair ................................................... 31

7.1 Maintenance ...............................................................................................31
7.2 Repair .........................................................................................................31
8 Troubleshooting................................................................ 32
8.1 Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................32
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Contents
9 Appendix ........................................................................... 33
9.1 Technical data ............................................................................................ 33
9.2 Dimensional drawing.................................................................................. 35
9.3 Designation code ....................................................................................... 36
9.4 Periodic checks .......................................................................................... 39
9.5 Accessories................................................................................................ 40
9.5.1 SLP mounting set .................................................................................. 40
9.5.2 Adjustable mirror.................................................................................... 40
9.5.3 Protective glass ..................................................................................... 42
9.5.4 SLP profile alignment aid ...................................................................... 42
9.5.5 SLP laser alignment aid ......................................................................... 43
9.5.6 Connecting cable................................................................................... 43
9.5.7 Cable fastener ....................................................................................... 43
9.6 Typical circuits ............................................................................................ 44
9.7 Standards................................................................................................... 46
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Introduction
1 Introduction
Congratulations
You have chosen a device manufactured by Pepperl+Fuchs. Pepperl+Fuchs
develops, produces and distributes electronic sensors and interface modules for
the market of automation technology on a worldwide scale.
Before you install this device and put it into operation, please read the operating
instructions thoroughly. The instructions and notes contained in this operating
manual will guide you step-by-step through the installation and commissioning
procedures to ensure trouble-free use of this product. By doing so, you:
■ guarantee safe operation of the device
■ can utilize the entire range of device functions
■ avoid faulty operation and associated errors
■ reduce costs from downtimes and incidental repairs
■ increase the effectiveness and operating efficiency of your plant.
Store this operating manual somewhere safe in order to have it available for future
work on the device.
Directly after opening the packaging, please ensure that the device is intact and
that the package is complete.
Contact
If you have any questions about the device, its functions, or accessories, please
contact us at:
Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH
Lilienthalstraße 200
68307 Mannheim
Telephone: +49 621 776-4411
Fax: +49 621 776-274411
E-Mail: fa-info@pepperl-fuchs.com
Symbols used
The following symbols are used in this manual:
Note!
This symbol draws your attention to important information.
Handling instructions
You will find handling instructions beside this symbol
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Declaration of conformity
2 Declaration of conformity
2.1 Declaration of Conformity
All products were developed and manufactured under observance of the
applicable European standards and guidelines.
Note!
A Declaration of Conformity can be requested from the manufacturer.
The product manufacturer, Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH, 68307 Mannheim, has a

certified quality assurance system that conforms to ISO 9001.
ISO9001
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Safety
3 Safety
3.1 Symbols relevant to safety
Danger!
This symbol indicates a warning about a possible danger.
In case of ignoring the consequences may range from personal injury to death.
Warning!
This symbol indicates a warning about a possible fault or danger.
In case of ignoring the consequences may cause personal injury or heaviest
property damage.
Caution!
This symbol warns of a possible fault.
In case of ignoring the devices and any connected facilities or systems may be
interrupted or fail completely.
3.2 Intended use

The SLP/SLPC(M) series safety light grid consists of a receiver unit with
integrated SLPC or SLPCM evaluation and a matching SLP..-T safety
photoelectric transmitter. Essentially, the unit is a multibeam photoelectric
protective device that forms protective beams between the transmitter and the
receiver. This system may be used only in accordance with its intended purpose
as noncontact safety equipment (NCSE) for preventing personnel from entering
hazardous areas and dangerous locations. The available operating modes make
it possible to operate the SLPCM with the muting function.
If used for any other purpose, the intended function of the system can no longer
be guaranteed.
In addition to the notes in these instructions, the safety regulations, standards,
and other regulations concerning the application must be taken into
consideration.
3.3 General safety instructions

Only instructed specialist staff may operate the device in accordance with the
operating manual.
The following basic instructions must be observed at all times:
■ The device must not be commissioned until the manual has been read and
understood
■ The device must not be used out of specification without suitable protective
measures
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■ Tampering with the device is not permitted

■ Do not remove the warning instructions or rating plates
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Safety
Before selecting and using the product, an assessment must be made to

determine whether it is suitable for the application in question. Pepperl+Fuchs has
no influence on the selection and use of this product. Liability is therefore
restricted to the consistent quality of the product.
The product must be regularly inspected and maintained by qualified specialists.
The outcome of inspection and maintenance work must be documented. Only
original spare parts from Pepperl+Fuchs may be used for repairs.
The operating company bears responsibility for observing locally applicable
safety regulations.
This device contains electrostatically sensitive components. Only qualified
specialists may open the device to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
If you open or modify the device yourself, not only are you endangering yourself
and others, but you will void any warranty and the EC-type-examination certificate
as well as absolving the manufacturer from any liability. If serious problems occur
with the device, switch the device off. Make sure that the device cannot be
switched back on accidentally. If the device needs to be repaired, it should be
returned to Pepperl+Fuchs.
Note!
Touching the components without protection involves the risk of dangerous
electrostatic discharge, and must be avoided.
Components destroyed by electrostatic discharge will render the warranty null

and void.
The protection of the system and operating personnel is not ensured if the module
is not used according to its intended purpose.
Note!
Observe the laws and guidelines applicable for the use or the intended purpose.
The device is only approved for appropriate and intended use. Ignoring these
instructions will void any warranty and absolve the manufacturer from any liability.
Store the device in the original packaging when not in use. This offers the device
optimal protection against impact and moisture.
Note!
Disposal
Electronic waste is hazardous waste. When disposing of the equipment, observe
the current statutory requirements in the respective country of use, as well as local
regulations.
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4 Product Description
4.1 Use and application
Technical specifications
■ Self-monitoring
■ Two to four protective beams (without muting up to 8 protective beams)
■ Parallel and sequential muting (SLPCM)
■ Muting limited by time window and protective beam (SLPCM)
■ Emergency muting (override) for eliminating backup of material (SLPCM)
■ Selectable startup/restart interlock
■ Selectable relay monitor (EDM)
■ Red transmitter light for easy adjustment of light grids
■ Signal strength indicator on each receiver
■ Signal strength output (dirt status display)
■ Diagnostic display for easy localization of faults
■ Simple to integrate in the machine control system
Description
The SLPC(M)/SLP system is a NCSE of type 4 (EN IEC 61496-1) or category 4
(EN ISO 13849-1).
The special feature of the SLPC(M) is the adjustable operating modes
startup/restart lock and relay monitor. The SLPCM receiver unit allows the
selection of different muting modes. Muting makes it possible to bypass the
protective field correctly.
The SLPC(M) receiver unit generates transmission pulses that are sent along a
cable to the SLP photoelectric sensor transmitter. This transmitter generates a
number of light beams (2, 3, 4, 6, or 8) to match the SLPC(M) and the light beams
are received and evaluated by the SLPC(M). The spacing of the protective beams
corresponds to EN ISO 13855.
The special design of the SLPC(M)8-2-A active/passive photoelectric sensor
includes a transmitter in the SLPC(M) that emits a beam whose direction is
changed by 180° by the SLP 8-2M mirror column into a second protective
returning beam that hits the receiver located on the SLPC(M). In this case, there is
no SLP photoelectric sensor transmitter. The beam distance is 500 mm.
The light beams form a protective field. Light beam interruptions are detected and
the OSSDs are turned off. Machine control equipment downstream in the circuit
can respond to this by turning off the hazardous movement in the secured area.
Depending on the type of photoelectric sensor, the sensing range of the
protective field may be 8 m, 10 m, 30 m, or 65 m.
Note!
If persons and objects (for example boxes, pallets, containers, etc.) use the same
access route to the hazardous area and the system is not supposed to switch off
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when objects are introduced, different muting modes can be used with the
SLPCM. Muting is possible with 2 or 4 muting sensors.
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4.1.1 Layout
Control
Receiving unit inputs
with integrated evaluation Message
outputs
Sender
OSSD-
control Control Muting Output
and module 1+2
monitoring Not-OFF
Emitter protective
beams
Protective Control
beams Receiver Muting lamp
0V
Muting sensors
Figure 4.1 Representation of the SLP/SLPC (SLP/SLPCM) safety system
The SLP/SLPC (SLP/SLPCM) safety light grid consists of a receiver unit with
integrated SLPC(M) evaluation and the SLP photoelectric sensor transmitter. The
SLPC(M) receiver unit controls the SLP photoelectric sensor transmitter, receives
its light, and evaluates interruptions in light beams and other safety signals. A
mounting set consisting of a mounting bracket and assorted small components is
available for installing the SLP photoelectric sensor transmitter and the SLPC(M)
receiver unit. At least two mounting sets are required to fasten each unit in place.
The units can be fastened directly into the grooves in the photoelectric sensor
profile if the mounting equipment allows correct housing alignment.
SLPxx-3 SLPCMxx-3
Emitter Receiver
Protection
beams
Emitter Receiver
Emitter Receiver
Control Muting
unit sensors
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Figure 4.2 SLPCMxx-3 with SLP**-3-T emitter
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SLP8-2-M SLPCM8-2-A
Emitter
Protection
beam
Receiver
Control Muting
unit sensors
Figure 4.3 SLPCM8-2-A with adjustable mirror
4.2 Displays and controls

The displays for the switching state of the OSSD, the muting mode, and the status
displays for indicating the operating mode of the SLPC(M) are located on the front
plate of the SLPC(M).
Muting
Figure 4.4 Displays on the front plate
No. Designation LED color Meaning
1 LED Green OSSD outputs switched on

2 LED Red OSSD outputs switched off
3 Status 7-segment display
4 LED Yellow Only selected in
SLPCM muting mode,
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flashing: Muting time error

Table 4.1 Front plate displays
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7-segment display Meaning
OSSD protection field free, OSSD ON (continuous light)
Protection field interrupted
Protection field free, OSSD off, ready for startup
System error
DIP switch in wrong position,

semiconductor OSSD: No supply voltage
Short circuit on transmitter connection
Muting light faulty (only with SLPCM)
Error on external contactors (relay monitor)
Table 4.2 7-segment display
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4.3 Interfaces and connections

The SLPC(M) receiver unit contains the following connection zones:
■ Terminal compartment,
■ Front connection (SLPCM) and
■ optionally the light socket with muting light (SLPCM only).
4.3.1 SLPC(M) terminal compartment
After 4 screws have been loosened, the connection cap can be removed together
with the cable duct. The cap supports the connection subassembly of the
SLPC(M) with 16 numbered cage terminal connections.
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Figure 4.5 SLPC(M) receiver terminal compartment
Terminal Internal function

1 Functional ground
2 0V
3 24 V
Relay output Semiconductor output
4 4
5 5
6
5
6
7 6
8 7
7
8
8
9 Relay monitor input (EDM)

10 Startup enable for input (restart)
11 Reset input
12 PNP output signal strength (dirt and dust)
13 PNP output muting light (for SLPCM only)
14 PNP output standby
15 PNP output OSSD reporting Off
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16 PNP output OSSD reporting On

Table 4.3 Connections for SLPC(M) terminal compartment
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The standby output is activated if the receiver unit is expecting a restart

command, i.e., the protective beams are free after the unit is turned on or a beam
is interrupted. In addition, this output is used to indicate a system error. If an error
is present, the output switches on and off at a frequency of 1 Hz (flashing). the
cable should be pushed through the cable gland from the outside. Then a small
screwdriver must be pushed through the opening next to each terminal
compartment (size approximately 2 mm). Pushing the screwdriver away from the
terminal will open up the terminal. Then you can feed in the wire and remove the
screwdriver. The wire is now clamped in place. Perform the procedure in reverse
to release the wires. After all the wires have been clamped in place, tighten the
cable gland until there is no hole left. Then the connection cap can be placed in
position and tightened.
Cable = n x 0.08 ... 1.5 mm², diameter 5 ... 10 mm, n = number of connections
required.
4.3.2 SLPCM front connections

The connections provide an alternative to the terminal compartment. The front
connections of the SLPCM are 4- or 5-pin M12 sockets. The number of
connections varies depending on the design of the SLPC(M). The connections to
the transmitter, muting sensors, and external muting light are made through the
front connections.
1
5
4 2
Muting Muting
T1-T4 T1 T4 T1 T4
MS4 MS4
T5 T8
MS3 MS3
MS2 MS2
MS1 MS1
SLPCMxx-2,3,4 SLPCM 8-2 SLPCxx-(6,8) SLPCxx-2,3,4 SLPC 8-2

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Figure 4.6 SLPCM front connections
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Transmitter activation
T1-T4 T5-T8
Pin Function Pin Function
1 Transmitter channel 1 1 Transmitter channel 5

3 0V 3 0V
Table 4.4 Pin assignment of transmitter connections T1-T4 and T5-T8
Muting sensor inputs
Pin Function
1 24 V
2 0V
3 Sensor signal
Table 4.5 Pin assignment for muting sensor connections MS1, MS2, MS3, and MS4
Light connection
Pin Function
1 OSSD on
2 OSSD off
3 0V
4 Standby
5 Muting (monitored)
Table 4.6 Pin assignment for light connection
4.3.3 Muting light connection/light socket (only for SLPCM...-L...)

For the SLPCM version with muting light connection on the end cap (model
number -L---), there is a light socket with a muting light on the end of the SLPCM
opposite the cable gland.
Additional light modules can be placed on this socket as needed. The wiring of
the light socket is designed for the following sequence of lights (starting from the
socket):
Lamp Color
Muting light white
OSSD on green
Standby yellow
OSSD out red
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If you would like to select another series of light signals, you should change the
connections of the light socket accordingly.
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4.3.4 Connections of the SLP transmitter

After the 4 screws on the transmitter have been loosened, the connection cap on
the transmitter can be removed. A terminal card with cage terminals is located in
the cap . The connecting cable is inserted through the cable duct from the
outside. Use a small screwdriver (size 2 ... 3.5 mm) to press down the opening
lever located next to the terminal opening and insert the wire. After the lever is
released, the wire will be clamped in place. Perform the procedure in reverse to
release the wires. The 0V connection is labeled with the ground symbol. The
transmitter connections are labeled with T1-T8. Terminals that are not required are
labeled with NC.
T1 T2 T3 T4 NC
T1 T2 T3 T4 NC T5 T6 T7 T8 NC
Figure 4.7 Connections for SLP transmitter Left: 1-4 channel version Right: 1-8 channel
version
4.4 Delivery package

The delivery package contains:
■ Packaging unit 1: Transmitter
■ Packaging unit 2: Receiver
■ Operating instructions
■ Test rod
Bracket and cable are not included in the delivery package. Visit for a selection of
compatible mounting brackets and recommended cables.
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5 Installation
5.1 Preparation
Minimum distance
In accordance with EN ISO 13855, the minimum distance S is calculated as
follows:
Danger zone
Minimum interval S
Sending unit Receiving unit
Protective field
Figure 5.1 Minimum distance between NCSE and hazardous area
In accordance with prEN ISO 13855 and EN 999, the following applies:
S=K*T+C
T = ( t 1 + t2 )
Accordingly:
S Minimum safety distance in mm,
i.e., the distance between hazardous area and protection field

K Constant in mm/s, based on the speed at
which body parts approach the machine
C additional distance in mm
This distance depends on how far a person can enter into the danger area
before the protective device triggers.
T Total response time of the protective device in s,
t1 Response time of the protective equipment.
20 ms (semiconductor OSSD) or 40 ms (relay OSSD)
t2 Response time of the protective device of the machine until standstill
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Note!
When positioning the safety grid, make sure that a minimum distance to reflective
objects or surfaces is maintained.
This distance must be maintained from the protection level on all sides. This is the
only way of ensuring that an object in the beam path of the safety light grid is
detected reliably.
In accordance with EN ISO 13855, the following heights are recommended for
single beams parallel to the floor:
Heights for single beams parallel to the floor
Number of beams Height above the reference level in mm
1 750
2 400, 900
3 300, 700, 1100
4 300, 600, 900, 1200
5, 6, 7, 8 Lowest beam  300
Top beam  900
Table 5.1 Distances of the protective beams above the floor
Note!
Ensure that there are no reflective objects within the transmitter or receiver path
that could deflect the beams around an obstruction.
Reflecting object outside beam area
Minimum interval a
5˚
5˚
Sending unit Receiving unit
Obstacle
Figure 5.2 Remirroring

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5.2 Mounting
Various mounting brackets are available for securing the safety light grid.
Installation
1. Align the transmitter and receiver units so that they are parallel to one another
and at the same height.
2. Align the transmitter and receiver units parallel with one another.
3. The weak signal indicator helps with correct alignment.
Note!
Safety light grids should be arranged so that the SLP transmitters connected to
the various SLPCM receiver units cannot direct beams at the receivers of other
receiver units.
Note!
When the SLPC(M) is integrated into the safety-related control system of the
machine, the instructions in EN IEC 61496-1 along with others must be taken into
consideration (activation of control elements downstream of NCSE in the circuit).
Caution!
Bypassing the protective beams
The safety light grids must be fitted in such a manner that it is not possible to
bypass the protective beams to access the protective area. It should not be
possible to do any of the following:
- crawl under the lowest beam,
- climb over the highest beam or
- walk between the two beams
To calculate the minimum distance of the photoelectric sensor from the hazardous
area, please refer to the applicable requirements and standards.
The standard version of the SLPC(M) is delivered with pnp OSSDs. These have a
separate power supply to facilitate galvanic isolation from the SLPC(M). If galvanic
isolation is not required, the power supply connections with the same names of
the internal circuit and the OSSDs can be connected with each other. Both the
pnp and the relay version are approved only for galvanic isolation between low
voltage networks. The relay outputs must be protected externally by F2A fuses. All
pnp outputs must be protected internally against short-circuit and do not require
any external fuses. When there is an inductive load on the relay output contacts,
they must be protected against the increased load caused by RC combinations or
freewheeling diodes. The circuit must be directed straight to the point of power
consumption. When using freewheeling diodes, it should be noted that the off-
delay time of the connected relays or contactors is extended.
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The following points should be taken into consideration during the installation:
■ Have the applicable standards and regulations been observed?
■ Do the technical data of the safety light grid meet the requirements of the
application?
■ Have the necessary distances been taken into consideration?
■ Are all inputs and outputs wired correctly?
■ Is it impossible to circumvent the protective device?
■ Do the positions of the restart and override buttons (SLPCM only) allow a
complete view of the hazardous area?
■ Is it impossible to press the buttons from inside the hazardous area?
5.3 Operating modes
The SLPC(M) receiver can be operated in various modes. After removing the
connection cap, the 10 DIP switches in the profile are accessible. There are 2
switches for each operating mode (for example, 1 and 6). Both switches must be
moved to the same position.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Figure 5.3 DIP switches

Settings should be made in the order of switches 1 to 5 (6 to 10). It should be
noted that switches 4 and 5 (9 and 10) only become active if switch 3 (8) has been
moved to the ON position (muting on).
Switch Position Operating mode
1+6 OFF without startup/restart interlock (AWS)

ON with startup/restart interlock (AWS)
2+7 OFF without relay monitor (EDM)
ON with relay monitor (EDM)
Activate the following switches only with SLPCM
3+8 OFF Muting off
ON Muting on
4+9 OFF Sequential muting
ON Parallel muting
5 + 10 OFF Muting limited by time window
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Table 5.2 DIP switches for selecting the operating mode
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Example for adjusting the operating mode for SLPCM
Muting
limited by
no relay Sequential protective
with AWS monitor Muting ON muting beam
Switch 1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10
Position ON OFF ON OFF ON
Table 5.3 Example for adjusting the operating mode for SLPCM
The preset operating mode must be noted on the accompanying sticker using an
indelible marker.
Startup/restart lock
Relay monitor
Muting
Parallel
Sequential
Limited by time window
Limited by protective beam
5.3.1 Startup/restart interlock (restart)

In startup / restart lock mode, the OSSDs will not turn on if the protective beams
are free. The "Standby" output is activated and an appears on the 7-segment
display. After the restart button has been pressed, the OSSDs turn on, the
"Standby" output is turned off and the 7-segment display shows a continuous
light.
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5.3.2 Relay monitor

The SLPC(M) can monitor external switching elements correlated in time with the
OSSD switch outputs for safety-relevant features with the aid of feedback
contacts. Normally closed contacts of force-directed relays should be used as
feedback contacts. The feedback contacts of all external switching elements
downstream in the circuit must be switched in series. One end of this series
connection must be connected to the positive power supply and the other end to
connection 9 of the end cap. The monitoring contacts on the external switching
elements must guarantee a reliable contact at a voltage of 20 V and a current of
5 mA. A surge voltage strength of 6 kV must be guaranteed between the
monitoring contacts and other contacts connected to a low voltage according to
the Low Voltage Directive.
Note!
The working area of the external switching elements must be protected with a fuse
that has a rated value of 60 % of the load capacity of the contacts to prevent the
contacts from welding together. The external switching elements are monitored at
a delay of 180 ms following the switching process. If the new switching state has
not been reached after the monitoring time (180 ms) has elapsed, the SLPC(M)
switches to a locking state and shows error on the diagnostic display. After the
cause is rectified, the error can be acknowledged by resetting the SLPC(M).
SLPC... /31
5 6 7 8 3 9
K1K
K2K
K1 K2
Figure 5.4 Sample connection of relay monitor

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5.3.3 Muting (SLPCM)

In muting mode, the protective function of the SLPCM is bypassed correctly. For
bypassing to take place, there must be at least 2 activated muting sensors and
one muting light. Various muting modes can be set on the SLPCM. These modes
make it possible for you to adapt to different applications.
Evaluation of muting sensors through parallel or sequential muting
Muting sensors are activated within a short period of time or one after the other
according to their layout. The activation sequence can be monitored by selecting
either parallel or sequential muting.
Parallel muting
In parallel muting mode, muting sensors (M1 and M2 or M3 and M4) arranged in
pairs must be activated within 2 seconds. If only one of the muting sensors has
been activated within this time, it will be locked. The locking will block activation of
muting and the protective beams will remain active. The lock will not be removed
until the sensor is no longer activated.
Protective field
MS1 MS3
Product
MS2 MS4
Muting lamp
MS1
MS2
MS3
MS4
Muting active
Figure 5.5 Parallel Muting

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Sequential muting
In contrast to parallel muting, for which the activated sensors MS1 and MS2 or
MS3 and MS4 must fulfill the muting condition, it is also possible with sequential
muting to satisfy the muting condition with sensors MS2 and MS3. The muting
sensors are activated one after the other. The layout of sensors should be
selected so that one person cannot unintentionally activate 2 sensors.
Protective field
MS1 MS3
Product
MS2 MS4
MS1+2 MS2+3 MS3+4

Muting lamp
MS1
MS2
MS3
MS4
Muting active
Figure 5.6 Sequential muting
Muting monitoring with time window limiting or protective beam limited

muting
Note!
Continuous muting
To prevent dangerous continuous muting from occurring in the event of a failure of
the muting sensors, muting is operated with time window or protective beam
limiting. Muting limited by a time window should be used if the objects the
protective beams are supposed to pass by unimpeded will normally have crossed
over within about 240 s. If this time is too short, muting limited by protective
beams can be used. It should be noted that muting ends about 115 ms after all
protective beams have become free.
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Time window limiting

If muting limited by time window is set, each muting sensor is monitored by time.
Each sensor may be activated for a maximum of 240 s, which means that the
muting object must have passed the sensor within this time. If the time is
exceeded, the control unit disables the sensor. When the sensor is disabled,
muting can no longer be activated. The sensor must be deactivated before it can
be enabled.
Protective field
MS1
Product
MS2
Muting lamp
MS1
MS2
Protective beams
Muting active
max. 240 s
Figure 5.7 Time window limiting

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Protective beam limiting

In the case of muting limited by protective beams, the muting sensors are
evaluated chronologically after they are activated. Two activated muting sensors
initiate the muting process. No later than 240 seconds after the activation (applies
for each muting sensor separately) at least one protective beam must be
interrupted. In contrast to muting limited by a time window, this stops time
measurement to allow muting unlimited by time. About 115 ms after the protective
field is exited (all protective beams are free) and the way through becomes free
again, all activated muting sensors are disabled so that muting is no longer
possible.
Protective field
MS1
Product
MS2
Muting lamp
MS1
MS2
Muting active
Protective beams
max. 240 s
Unlimited
Figure 5.8 Protective beam limiting
Muting sensors
The purpose of muting sensors is to detect muting objects. If an object is
detected, the output of the muting sensor switches its power supply through.
Sensors with relay or pnp output are suitable for this purpose. When no power is
flowing, the output of the muting sensor must not be active. The sensor output
should be capable of switching an operating current of 8 mA reliably at 20 V. The
following sensors can be used as muting sensors:
■ Retroreflective sensors (light on) with reflector on the object
■ Diffuse mode sensors
■ Inductive switches
■ Mechanical switches.
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Muting light
When using muting to signal the muting status, an indicator light with a minimum
illuminated surface of 1 cm² and a minimum light intensity of 200 cd/m² must be
used. The SLPCM monitors the current of the muting indicator light for a minimum
value of 50 mA in accordance with IEC 61496-1. This monitoring ensures that the
warning function of the muting indicator light is performed correctly. If the muting
indicator light is defective, the SLPCM assumes the locking status and indicates
Error 6 (muting light defective) on its display. The muting light is monitored when it
is turned on, when the reset command is executed, and during the time in which
muting is active. Two muting light signals can be switched in parallel to increase
the availability of the system. In order to do this, both indicator lights must be close
to each other and visible at the same time upon approach to the sensing area of
the light curtain. No muting light indicators are required when muting is not being
used.
Emergency muting (only with SLPCM)
The emergency muting function is available for cases where the system must be
approached again to remove the obstructing object from the area around the
protective field and the muting sensors. During emergency muting, the disabled
muting sensors are evaluated again for a period of 3-4 seconds. As a result, the
OSSDs are turned on again for 3-4 seconds. Emergency muting can be triggered
with the override button. Triggering can be subsequently repeated, i.e., by
activating the button within 3 seconds, the duration of the On state of the OSSDs
can be further extended until the object has left the area around the muting
sensors.
Override
Control Reset
Interface
Unit
Restart
Figure 5.9 Connection for Override, Restart and Reset buttons

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6 Commissioning
6.1 Adjusting the protective beams
The transmitter and receiver units must be aligned so that they are at the same
height. The lowest beam must be the correct height above the floor. We
recommend the use of the SLP/SLC profile alignment aid to align the profiles
vertically and horizontally.
The alignment of the SLP transmitter unit can be performed with the aid of a
reflector. The reflector is positioned in front of the (SLPC(M)) receiving lens for the
upper light beam. When the system is turned on, the view from the SLP
transmitter is in the direction of the reflector. The transmitter should be adjusted
so that the red transmitter light is visible in the reflector. The upper fastening of the
transmitter must be secured in place. After that, the reflector is placed in front of
the lens for the lower light beam and adjusted by swiveling the transmitter laterally
as previously described. Then the SLPC(M) receiver unit is swiveled so that the
function display for all receiving lenses lights up continuously to indicate that the
light beams are optimally aligned.
If the red transmitter light cannot be observed properly (for example, with long
sensing ranges), an SLP laser alignment aid should be used.
6.2 Layout with adjustable mirrors

Adjustable mirrors deflect the path of protection fields and grids to offer protection
on more than one side using just a single transmitter/receiver pair. Each mirror
reduces the sensing range by no more than 15%.
The mirrors are arranged so that light beams from the transmitter can be deflected
to the receiver. To deflect the protection field through 90°, the mirror is positioned
at an angle below 45°.
When aligning the layout, ensure that all components are arranged vertically and
at the same height. To roughly align the mirror, turn it so that you can see the
receiver reflected in the mirror when looking at it with the transmitter behind you.
Aligning the mirrors is made easier by using the SLP laser alignment aid.
Make sure that the surfaces of the mirror are clean. The mirror must be cleaned
using a non-scratch detergent and lint-free cloth.
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6.3 Functional testing

Testing the detection capability of the installed NCSE
The following tasks must be performed to test the detection capacity:
1. Remove all objects from the beam paths
2. Interrupt all light beams one after the other. The OSSD outputs must switch off
(red indicator lights up).
Testing the muting function (SLPCM only)
1. Check the layout of the muting sensors (it must not be possible for one person
to simultaneously activate 2 muting sensors continuously).
2. Check the function of the preset muting mode.
3. Check the position of the muting light.
4. Check the function using muting objects (does the muting function operate
reliably?)
5. Check the disable functions on the SLPCM (time monitoring) and emergency
muting.
Check the startup/restart interlock and startup enable
1. Interrupt one beam and then free all beams.
2. Output relays must remain disabled for startup lock and the indicator light for
startup readiness must be lit or the status display must show an A.
3. Actuate the startup enable contact for 0.05 s ... 1 s (RESTART).
OSSD outputs must turn on and the indicator light for operational
readiness must go out.
Testing the error enable connection (RESET)
1. Remove all objects from the beam path.
2. If there is a startup lock, activate the startup enable contact (RESTART).
3. The OSSD outputs must switch on.
4. Actuate the startup enable contact (RESET) for 0.05 s ... 1 s.
The OSSD outputs must switch off.
Testing the relay monitor
1. Interrupt the connection line between the external contact and the SLPC(M)
receiver unit.
2. Switch on the SLPC(M) receiver unit.
3. Read the status display of the SLPC(M).
4. If F is displayed, contact monitoring is active.
Reconnect the interrupted line.
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Working principle of OSSDs

■ The two OSSDs are switched on under the following conditions:
• With active startup lock: The protective beams are free and startup
is enabled.
• Without startup lock: The protective beams are free.
■ The OSSDs remain switched on under the following conditions:
• No protective beam is interrupted.
• Muting is active while protective beams are interrupted (SLPCM
only).
■ The OSSDs are switched off under the following conditions:
• The protective beams are interrupted.
• With the muting function activated (SLPCM only), the protective
beams are interrupted while time monitoring has blocked the
muting sensors (flashing muting LED on the front plate).
• An error state is detected.
• The contact for error enable (RESET) is activated.
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7 Maintenance and repair

7.1 Maintenance
The safety light curtain is maintenance free.
The prescribed periodic checks must be performed and documented. The checks
must determine whether the components are fitted securely and whether the
optical surfaces are clean.
Note!
Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the surfaces, especially the lens. Alcohol
or mineral spirits may be used as cleaning fluids. Other cleaning agents are not
permitted as they may damage the mirror surfaces.
7.2 Repair
The devices must not be repaired, changed or manipulated. If there is a defect,
the product must always be replaced with an original device.
Note!
If it appears that safe operation of the sensor system is no longer possible, it must
be taken out of operation and secured against inadvertent use.
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8 Troubleshooting
8.1 Troubleshooting
Note!
Always carry out a function check on the device after troubleshooting.
Faults in the system result in the system switching to a safe locked status. The
OSSDs can then be turned off. A large number of errors will bring the system to a
state where errors are displayed on the receiver unit’s status display.
Standby output can indicate an error externally. In the event of failure, the output
switches on and off at a frequency of 1 Hz.
To acknowledge an error, the user presses the reset button for 0.03 s ... 1 s. The
SLPC(M) then either reverts to the initial state after a system test is successfully
performed, or stops in an error state with the following error display.
Possible measures for rectifying errors
Display Possible fault remedy
Displays are not lit up on all Check the power supply
components of the system
External protective field display Check the installation
(OSSD red and green) is not lit
"Standby" status is not displayed Check the status of the SLPC(M) receiver channels and the
even though the protective field is operating mode of switches 1 and 6
free
Dust and dirt on output, not Check installation and external power supply
functioning
Some reception indicators are not lit Readjust the transmitter and receiver unit. Check the wiring to the
transmitter unit (check that wires are not mixed up)
Yellow muting mode LED is flashing Check the muting sensors
(SLPCM only)
Test the startup release button and its installation
Display cannot be
acknowledged
Protective beams are not free. Free the protective beams. Monitor
Display the status of the displays on the receivers. Check whether all
transmitters are lighting up. Remove dirt and dust. If necessary,
readjust the transmitter and receiver unit
Check the DIP switch setting. Semiconductor OSSD: Check the
Error display supply voltage to the OSSD
Check the cable between the SLPC(M) and the transmitter
Error display
Check the muting light and installation of the muting light. If you want
Error display (SLPCM only) the system to operate without muting, turn off switches 3 and 8
Press reset or turn the power supply off and back on. If the error
Error display persists, there is an internal fault present and the SLPC(M) receiver
unit should be sent in for repair
Check the installation of the relay monitor (are the feedback contacts
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monitor, turn off switches 2 and 7
Table 8.1 Possible troubleshooting measures
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9 Appendix
9.1 Technical data
General data
Designation (receiver unit) SLPC8-2-A SLPC10-... SLPC30-... SLPC65-...
SLPCM8-2-A SLPCM10-... SLPCM30-... SLPCM65-...
Effective operating range 0.2 ... 8 m 0.2 ... 10 m 6 ... 30 m 12 ... 65 m
Light source LED
Light source modulated visible red light
Approvals TÜV
Tests IEC/EN 61496
The list of standards relate to the current edition.
Safety type according to IEC/EN 4
61496
Designation CE
Obstacle size static: 32 mm
dynamic: 50 mm (if v = 1.6 m/s for the obstacle)
Beam gap 500 mm
Number of beams 2
Operating mode Startup/restart interlock, relay monitor
Opening angle <5°
Functional safety data

Safety Integrity Level (SIL) SIL 3
Performance Level (PL) PL e
Category Cat. 4
Life time (TM) 20 a
PFHd 3.54 E-9
Display/controls

Diagnostic display 7-segment display
Function display Red LED: per receiver channel
off: interruption, flashing: receiving, continuously on: reception with
sufficient signal strength
on the front plate
red LED: OSSD off, green LED: OSSD on
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Operating controls 10 DIP switches in the receiver terminal compartment
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Electrical data

Operating voltage 24 V DC -15 % / +25 %, galvanically isolated
No-load current max 250 mA
Protection class III
Inputs

Actuation current approx. 10 mA
Actuation time 0,03 ... 1 s
Test input Reset input for system test
Function input Relay monitor, startup release
Outputs

Weak signal output 1 PNP, +UB -2 V, max 300 mA
Safety output 2 separate fail-safe semiconductor outputs

Optional: 2 relay outputs, force-directed NO contacts
Signal output 1 PNP each, max 300 mA for standby, OSSD on, OSSD off
Switching voltage Operating voltage -2 V
Optional: 20 ... 60 VDC, 12 ... 25 VAC eff
Switching current max 0.5 A

Optional: 0,01 ... 2 A
Response time 20 ms
Optional: 40 ms
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature 0 ... 50 °C (32 ... 122 °F)
Storage temperature -20 ... 70 °C (-4 – 158 °F)
Relative humidity Max 95 %, not condensing
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Mechanical specifications

Degree of protection IP65
Connection M16 cord grip,
terminal compartment with cage terminals
Connection options Other connection options available on request:
Connector DIN 43 651 Hirschmann, transmitter: 6-pin+PE,
receiver: 11-pin+PE
Material
Housing Extruded profile, RAL 1021 (yellow) coated
Lens Plastic lens
Weight 2.3 kg ... 3.7 kg
depending on the number of beams the light grid generates
Beam gaps A and housing length L
Number of beams Beam gap A/mm Housing length L/mm

(excluding cord grip)
2 500 636
3 400 936
4 300 1036
9.2 Dimensional drawing

SLPC(M)/SLP safety light grid
Option -L with muting lamp Emitter unit Receiver unit

(Receiver only) SLPxx-2,3,4 SLPCMxx-2,3,4
ø 57
46
Status indicator
protection beam
L
Indicator Connector
Beam 2 Muting lamp
lamp
197
Muting
Connector
203
T1-T4
A
MS4
Emitter MS2
MS3
topmost H MS1
beam Beam 1 Connector

156
Muting sensors
90
MS1 ... MS4
33,5 Status indicator

Cable gland protection beam
64
M16
32
70
Figure 9.1 Dimensions of SLP/SLPC(M)xx-2,3,4

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SLPC(M)8-2-A and SLP8-2-M safety light grids
Mirror pillar SLP8-2-M Transceiver SLPCM8-2-A Status indicator

protection beam
46
Connector ext.
Muting lamp Muting
Connector
203
500 Muting sensors MS4
MS3
636
MS1 ... MS4
MS2
MS1
Status indicator
protection beam
156
90
cable 33,5
gland
M16 Option -L with muting lamp
(Transceiver only)
64
ø 57
32
70
Muting
lamp
197
topmost
beam
Figure 9.2 Dimensions of SLPC(M)8-2-A and SLP8-2-M
9.3 Designation code

Ordering code
SLPC (M) xx - x (-L) (/31)
Relay OSSD
Muting light
Number of beams
Detection range
System with muting unit
Example: SLPC30-3/31: SLPC receiver unit, sensing range 30 m, 3 protective

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SLPC model numbers (SLPCxx-x)
2 protective beams 3 protective beams 4 protective beams

Semi- Semi- Semi-
Sensing conductor Relay conductor Relay conductor Relay
range Type OSSD OSSD OSSD OSSD OSSD OSSD
10 m Complete SLPC10-2 SLPC10- SLPC10-3 SLPC10- SLPC10-4 SLPC10-
device 2/31 3/31 4/31
Receiver SLPC10- SLPC10- SLPC10- SLPC10- SLPC10- SLPC10-
unit 2-R 2-R/31 3-R 3-R/31 4-R 4-R/31
Transmitter SLP10-2-T SLP10-3-T SLP10-4-T
unit
device 2/31 3/31 4/31
unit 2-R 2-R/31 3-R 3-R/31 4-R 4-R/31
unit
device 2/31 3/31 4/31
unit 2-R 2-R/31 3-R 3-R/31 4-R 4-R/31
unit
Table 9.1 SLPC model numbers
Model numbers for SLPCM (SLPCMxx-x) with integrated muting

Semi- Semi- Semi-
Sensing conductor Relay conductor Relay conductor Relay
10 m Complete SLPCM10 SLPCM10 SLPCM10 SLPCM10 SLPCM10 SLPCM10
device -2 -2/31 -3 -3/31 -4 -4/31
Receiver SLPCM10 SLPCM10 SLPCM10 SLPCM10 SLPCM10 SLPCM10
unit -2-R -2-R/31 -3-R -3-R/31 -4-R -4-R/31
unit
device -2 -2/31 -3 -3/31 -4 -4/31
unit -2-R -2-R/31 -3-R -3-R/31 -4-R -4-R/31
unit
device -2 -2/31 -3 -3/31 -4 -4/31
unit -2-R -2-R/31 -3-R -3-R/31 -4-R -4-R/31
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Table 9.2 SLPCM model numbers
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Model numbers for SLPCM with muting light (SLPCMxx-x-L)

Semicond Semicond Semicond
Sensing uctor Relay uctor Relay uctor Relay
device -2-L -2-L/31 -3-L -3-L/31 -4-L -4-L/31
unit -2-R-L -2-R-L/31 -3-R-L -3-R-L/31 -4-R-L -4-R-L/31
unit
device -2-L -2-L/31 -3-L -3-L/31 -4-L -4-L/31
unit
device -2-L -2-L/31 -3-L -3-L/31 -4-L -4-L/31
unit
Table 9.3 Model numbers for SLPCM with integrated muting light
Model numbers for transceiver SLPC8-2 A / mirror SLP8-2-M
2 protective beams with integrated muting light

Semiconductor Semiconductor
Sensing range Type OSSD Relay OSSD OSSD Relay OSSD
10 m Complete SLPCM8-2 SLPCM8-2/31 SLPCM8-2-L SLPCM8-2-
device L/31
Transceiver SLPCM8-2-A SLPCM8-2- SLPCM8-2-A-L SLPCM8-2-A-
unit A/31 L/31
Mirror SLP8-2-M
Table 9.4 SLPC8-2 model numbers
Adjustable mirror
Type Model number
2-beam mirror, beam gap 500 mm SLP-2-M
Table 9.5 Model numbers for mirrors that offer protection on more than one side
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9.4 Periodic checks

The test intervals and scope of the periodic checks are determined according to
requirements.
A daily test is required if the OSSD outputs on the SLPC(M) receiver unit are
relays and the following is not guaranteed:
■ A protective field interruption occurs at least once per day
■ or the device is not turned on once each operating day
Testing
The test is performed as follows:
1. Make sure the protection field is free.
2. Activate the startup enable.
3. Interrupt the protection field inside the protection field range using the test
rod. A test rod of large enough size must be used.
4. Check the entire protection field at several points parallel to the transmitter or
receiver units, in particular in front of the transmitter and receiver and in the
center between the transmitter and receiver.
The OSSD outputs switch off. The indicator for the OSSD display must
change from green to red.
5. If the receiver unit does not have a fault status, the test is complete.
Note!
The periodic check of the safety functions from the plant where the SLPC(M)/SLP
system is installed must also include the functions of the NCSE. The proper
layout, installation, and required response time must be checked. Test records of
tests that have been performed must be kept and archived.
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9.5 Accessories
9.5.1 SLP mounting set
A mounting set can be used to secure and align the device. A minimum of 2
mounting sets are required for each profile.
Model number: MS SLP
42
27
28
12
17
6
16.4
5
6.4 8.
ø
58
42
50 16.4
35
6.4
16.4
20
R5
54 6.4
25
17
8
46
29
R5
7
42
ø 8.5
28
20.5
58
9.5.2 Adjustable mirror

Mirror for SLP safety light grid (2, 3, 4 beam)
Adjustable mirrors are used to protect hazardous areas on more than one side.
The type of mirror required depends on the sensing range.
Order codes for mirrors for SLP and SLC (2, 3 and 4-beam)
Deviation mirror order codes

Number of beams Sensing range < 15 m Sensing range > 15 m
2 SLP-2-M SLC-800-M
3 SLP-3-M SLC-1000-M
4 SLP-4-M SLC-1000-M
Note!
When determining the sensing range, remember to take into account that the light
path length increases by 15% for each mirror used.
Example
SLP-2 with one adjustable mirror
Distance between transmitter and mirror = 6 m
Distance between receiver and mirror = 8 m
Real length = 6 m + 8 m = 14 m
Range = real length / 85% = 14 m * 1.18 = 16.47 m
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68
68
300
68
400
300
1036
936
636
500
400
300
60
60
60
68
68
68
46 46 46 70
64 64 64
5,5 2
10,5
6,5
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9,5
Figure 9.3 SLP and SLC mirrors (2-, 3- and 4-beam)

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9.5.3 Protective glass

Mineral glass window to protect the light output surface from SLP, SLPC, and
SLCPM safety light grids (Example: for use in welding robots for protection
against sparks). A packaging unit contains two glass panels (one each for the
transmitter and receiver). SLP protective glass holders are required to secure the
protective glass.
Model number for the correct protective

Safety light grid glass
SLPxx-2... PG SLP-2
SLPCxx-2...
SLPCMxx-2...
SLPxx-3... PG SLP-3
SLPCxx-3...
SLPCMxx-3...
SLPxx-4... PG SLP-4
SLPCxx-4...
SLPCMxx-4...
Table 9.6 Selecting the correct protective glass for the safety light grid
9.5.4 SLP profile alignment aid

The PA SLC/SLP profile alignment aid is ideal for aligning the profiles of SLP
safety grids both vertically and horizontally.
Model number: PA SLP/SLC
34
19
M6x30 (SW10)
40
ø 19.5
Socket level
Figure 9.4 PA SLP/SLC profile alignment aid

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9.5.5 SLP laser alignment aid

BA SLP laser alignment aid for SLP safety light grids.
The basic device and profile adapter are included with the delivery.
Dimensions: L = 131 mm
Model number: BA SLP
Laser beam
63.7 56
40
L ø 39.6
69
17
System surface for
SLC or SLP profile
Figure 9.5 BA SLC beam alignment aid
9.5.6 Connecting cable

Angled connectors or cables with integrally cast angled connectors are
recommended to connect the cable to the M12 sockets on the front side of the
SLPC(M). A 5-pin connection should be made to connect an SLP transmitter with
4 beams. The M12 indicator light connection also requires a 5-pin connection. All
plug connections have 4 pins.
Connecting cables are not included in the delivery package for a safety light grid.
Connecting cables for safety light grids
Type Model number

Length 2 m Length 5 m Length 10 m
4-pin cable V1-W-2M-PUR V1-W-5M-PUR V1-W-10M-PUR
5-pin cable V15S-W-2M-PUR V15S-W-5M-PUR V15S-W-10M-PUR
Table 9.7 Connecting cables for safety light grids
9.5.7 Cable fastener

Appropriate cable fasteners are available to fasten the cables that are connected
to the front plate and that can be fastened on the side in the profiled slot.
Model number: Fastener SLPC/M
L
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9.6 Typical circuits

+24VDC
Transmitter Transceiver unit H1 H2 H3 H4

SLP**-4-T SLPCM**-4/31 GN RD YE WH
1 1
T1 T1 OSSD On
T2 2
3
T2 T1-T4 OSSD1 Off
2
3
T3 0V 0V
T4 4 4
T3 start-up readyness 5
0V 5
T4 indicators multing lamp
Si2
shield 1 functional earth

Multingsensor 1 24 V
1
3
1
3
24 V 24V 3
2 K1B
0V 0V MS1 0V
4 4 Sensorsignal n.o. 4
OUT 5
OSSD 1 common K1A K2A
1 1 6
3 3
24 V
0V
OSSD 1 n.c.
OSSD 2 7
K2B
0V 4 4 MS2
Sensorsignal OSSD 2 8
OUT 9
EDM
1 1 10
0V 3 3 24 V
0V
start-up enable
Reset 11
4 4 MS3 12
OUT Sensorsignal soiled optics TA1 TA2
multing lamp 13 Reset Restart Si1
1 1 start-up readyness 14
24 V 24 V
Multingsensor 4 0V 3 3 0V MS4 OSSD Off 15
4 4 Sensorsignal OSSD On 16
OUT
TA3
override
0V
DIP-Switches ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Figure 9.7 SLPCM receiver unit with transmitter SLP
+24VDC
Transceiver unit H1 H2 H3 H4
GN RD YE WH
OSSD On 1
OSSD1 Off 2
3
start-up readyness 4
indicators multing lamp 5
1 1
shield 1 functional earth
Multingsensor 1 24V
3 3
24 V 24V 3
2
0V 0V 0V K1B
OUT 4 4 n.c. 4
Sensor signal 5 K1A K2A
0V OSSD1 supply
1 1
Multingsensor 2 24V 3 3
24 V +24VDC OSSD supply 6 K2B
0V 0V MS2 7
4 4 OSSD 1 8
OUT Sensor signal OSSD 2 9
EDM
1 start-up enable 10
24 V 11
3 0V MS3 Reset
4 Sensor signal weak signal 12 TA1 TA2
multing lamp 13 Si1 Si2
1 24 V start-up readyness 14 Reset Restart
3 0V MS4 OSSD Off 15
4 Sensor signal OSSD On 16
TA3
override
+24VDC OSSD supply

0V OSSD supply
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
DIP-Switches ON
Figure 9.8 SLPCM 8-2-A receiver unit and 2 muting sensors
+ 24 V DC
Transmitter Receiver unit

SLP**-4-T SLPC**-4/31
T1 1 1
T1
T1-T4 shield 1 functional earth Si2
T2 2 2 24V 3
3 T2 2
T3 3 0V K1B
4 4 0V 4
T4 T3 OSSD1 n.o
0V 5 5 OSSD1 common 5
T4 6 K1A K2A
OSSD 1 n.c. K2B
OSSD 2 n.o. 7
OSSD 2 n.o. 8
EDM 9
start-up enable 10
Reset 11
weak signal 12
n.c. 13 TA1 TA2
start-up readyness 14
15 Reset Restart
OSSD Off
OSSD On 16
H1 H2 H3 Si1
GN RD YE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
DIP-Switches ON
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+24 V DC
Transceiver unit
SLPC8-2-A
shield
1 functional earth
3
24V
2 K1B
0V
4
n.c. K1A K2A
5
0V OSSD supply
6 K2B
+24VDC OSSD supply
7
OSSD 1
8
OSSD 2
9
EDM
10
start-up enable
11
Reset
weak signal 12
13 TA1 TA2
n.c.
14
start-up readyness Reset Restart
OSSD Off 15
OSSD On 16
H1 H2 H3
GN RD YE
0V
+24VDC OSSD supply
0V OSSD supply
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
DIP-Switches ON
Figure 9.10 Transceiver SLPC8-2-A with adjustable mirror

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9.7 Standards
The relevant laws and standards apply to the use of photoelectric protective
devices. There are differences depending on the area of use. The following
regulations are relevant within the EU and Germany.
Construction and equipping of protective equipment
IEC 61496-1 Safety of machinery. Electro-sensitive protective equipment

IEC 61508, Functional safety of EEPE safety-related systems
DIN V VDE0801 Principles for computers in systems with safety tasks
DIN EN 62061 Safety of machinery - Functional safety of safety-related electrical,
electronic and programmable electronic control systems
Application and installation of protective devices
IEC 50178 Electronic equipment for use in power installations

DIN IEC 68 Electrical engineering; basic environmental testing
procedures
DIN EN 60204-1 Safety of machinery - electrical equipment of machines
DIN EN 61140 Protection against electric shock - common aspects for
installations and equipment (IEC 61140:2001 and
A1:2004, modified)
DIN EN 60664-1 Coordination of the insulation of electronic equipment in
low-voltage systems - Part 1: Principles, requirements and
tests (IEC 60664-1:2007)
DIN EN 60068-1:1995-03 Environmental testing - Part 1: General matters and
guidance
Directive 98/37/EC, from Machinery Directive
29.12.2009 Directive
2006/42/EC
EN ISO 12100 Safety of machinery - electrical equipment of industrial
machines
EN ISO 13849-1 Safety of machinery - safety relevant parts of controls- part
1: General design principles
DIN CLC/TS 62046, Safety of machinery - Use of protective equipment to
preliminary standard, recognize the presence of people (IEC/TS 62046:2004)
2005-09 Safety of machinery - The positioning of protective
equipment with respect to approach speeds of parts of the
human body
EN999/EN ISO 13855 Safety of machinery - The positioning of protective
equipment with respect to approach speeds of parts of the
human body
ZH1/597 Safety rules for non-contact protective equipment on
powered equipment
EN ISO 13857 Safety of machinery - Safety distances to prevent hazard
zones being reached by upper and lower limbs
118587 2011-12
In addition to the stipulations listed there may be other applicable standards for
special machinery and applications that should be considered.
46
118587 2011-12
Appendix
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FACTORY AUTOMATION –
SENSING YOUR NEEDS
Worldwide Headquarters
Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH
68307 Mannheim · Germany
Tel. +49 621 776-0
E-mail: info@de.pepperl-fuchs.com
USA Headquarters
Pepperl+Fuchs Inc.
Twinsburg, Ohio 44087 · USA
Tel. +1 330 4253555
E-mail: sales@us.pepperl-fuchs.com
Asia Pacific Headquarters

Pepperl+Fuchs Pte Ltd.
Company Registration No. 199003130E
Singapore 139942
Tel. +65 67799091
E-mail: sales@sg.pepperl-fuchs.com
www.pepperl-fuchs.com
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4 Product Description ........................................................... 9

7 Maintenance and repair ................................................... 31

The product manufacturer, Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH, 68307 Mannheim, has a

3.2 Intended use

3.3 General safety instructions

■ Tampering with the device is not permitted

Before selecting and using the product, an assessment must be made to

Components destroyed by electrostatic discharge will render the warranty null

Figure 4.1 Representation of the SLP/SLPC (SLP/SLPCM) safety system

Figure 4.2 SLPCMxx-3 with SLP**-3-T emitter

Figure 4.3 SLPCM8-2-A with adjustable mirror

4.2 Displays and controls

Figure 4.4 Displays on the front plate

No. Designation LED color Meaning

1 LED Green OSSD outputs switched on

flashing: Muting time error

7-segment display Meaning

OSSD protection field free, OSSD ON (continuous light)

Protection field interrupted

Protection field free, OSSD off, ready for startup

DIP switch in wrong position,

Muting light faulty (only with SLPCM)

Error on external contactors (relay monitor)

Table 4.2 7-segment display

4.3 Interfaces and connections

Figure 4.5 SLPC(M) receiver terminal compartment

Terminal Internal function

9 Relay monitor input (EDM)

16 PNP output OSSD reporting On

The standby output is activated if the receiver unit is expecting a restart

4.3.2 SLPCM front connections

SLPCMxx-2,3,4 SLPCM 8-2 SLPCxx-(6,8) SLPCxx-2,3,4 SLPC 8-2

Figure 4.6 SLPCM front connections

Pin Function Pin Function

1 Transmitter channel 1 1 Transmitter channel 5

Muting sensor inputs

4.3.3 Muting light connection/light socket (only for SLPCM...-L...)

4.3.4 Connections of the SLP transmitter

4.4 Delivery package

Sending unit Receiving unit

Figure 5.1 Minimum distance between NCSE and hazardous area

S Minimum safety distance in mm,

i.e., the distance between hazardous area and protection field

Number of beams Height above the reference level in mm

Reflecting object outside beam area

Sending unit Receiving unit

Figure 5.2 Remirroring

Figure 5.3 DIP switches

Switch Position Operating mode

1+6 OFF without startup/restart interlock (AWS)

ON Muting limited by protective beam

Example for adjusting the operating mode for SLPCM

Limited by time window

Limited by protective beam

5.3.1 Startup/restart interlock (restart)

5.3.2 Relay monitor

Figure 5.4 Sample connection of relay monitor

5.3.3 Muting (SLPCM)

Figure 5.5 Parallel Muting

MS1+2 MS2+3 MS3+4

Figure 5.6 Sequential muting

Muting monitoring with time window limiting or protective beam limited