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MX4100 / MX4200 series type 4 safety light curtains

Specific features of the MX4200 light curtain

  • Fixed monitored blanking
  • Fixed partially monitored blanking
  • Floating blanking
  • Configurable tolerances for all blanking modes
  • Muting

Some common applications:

  • Presses, bending and cutting machines
  • Automatic or semi automatic assembly lines
  • Packaging and welding machines
  • Robotsand robotic applications

Intended Application

Hazardous point, area and access protection at machines.

The devices comply with the requirements of the relevant (Type 4 acc. IEC 61496-1/2, Cat. 4 / PL e acc. to EN ISO 13849-1, SILCL 3 acc. to EN 62061 / IEC 61508) and can be used in applications up to Cat.4/ PL e acc. to EN ISO 13849-1 and SIL 3 acc. to EN 62061 / IEC 61508.

The ISB MX series of Light Curtains are Type 4 Active Optoelectronic Protective Devices (AOPD)

Common features of MX4100 and MX4200 light curtains

  • Supply voltage: 24 VDC
  • Enclosure rating (IEC 60529): IP 65
  • Operating temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C
  • Detection capability:
    • 14 mm for finger protection
    • 22 mm, 30 mm and 38 mm for hand protection
    • 82 mm for body protection 
  • Protective field height: 300 mm to 1800 mm
  • Maximum range : 10 m (varies according to the model).
  • Start/ Restart Interlock, selectable.
  • EDM: External Device Monitoring, selectable.
  • OSSD two separate safety outputs.
  • Easy set-up, no separate software or computer required
  • Individual indicators for each beam
  • Solid Aluminium construction
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Compliant with the following standards:
  • IEC 61496-1:2012 
  • IEC 61496-2:2006 
  • EN ISO 13849-1:2008 + AC:2009 
  • EN 62061:2005 
  • IEC 61508 Parts 1-7:2010 
  • IEC 60204-1:2009 
  • EN 50178:1997 
  • ANSI B11.19:2010 
  • ANSI/RIA R15.06:1999

 

Interface

All operational parameters of the MX4000 series of light curtains can be configured according to the specific requirements of the end users using the MX4000-PT unit. With this simple and reliable tool, the user may program parameters for blanking, muting and other functions without the use of computers or additional software.

Indicators

The MX series of light curtains are designed with multiple indicators to facilitate its use and indicate the status of the unit at any given time.

3 Bright LED indicators

  • Red/green for status
  • Blue solid indicates active blanking mode
  • Blue flashing indicates muting
  • Yellow solid indicating Lock-out condition
  • Yellow Flashing for interlock condition is engaged
  • Each beam has its own red status indicator on the detector unit
  • Red Beam status indicators also designate the blanked-out region by blinking

  • “M” (Model Type):
    0 for Emitter
    2 for Detector

  • “DC” (Detection Capability):
    14 mm, 22 mm, 30 mm, 38 mm, 82 mm

  • “H” (Protective Field Height):
    Available heights are:
    300 mm, 450 mm, 600 mm, 750 mm, 900 mm, 1200 mm, 1500 mm, 1800 mm

Accessories

MX Light Curtains Interface Box

Safety relays

Junction Blocks
for MX4100/MX4200 light curtains

Parameterization tools and MRBs

 

Connector cables for MX4100/MX4200 light curtains

Merlin 4000
Press Brake Guarding System

MX split collar mounting brackets

Mirrors

 

24VDC power supply

Expansion safety relays

Ordering Information
ISB part # Description
MX40xx-yy
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 MX4000 Emitter unit
xx = Detection capability (14, 22, 30, 38 and 82 mm).
yy = Field Length (300, 450, 600, 750, 900, 1050, 1200, 1350, 1500, 1650, 1800 mm)
MX42xx-yy
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 MX4200 Detector unit
xx = Detection capability (14, 22, 30, 38 and 82 mm).
yy = Field Length (300, 450, 600, 750, 900, 1050, 1200, 1350, 1500, 1650, 1800 mm)
JB4
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 4 port Junction block and cable assembly for MX4100 (1.5 m cable with 12-pin M12 connector)
JB5
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 4 port Junction block and cable assembly for MX4200 (1.5 m cable with 12-pin M12 connector)
JB6
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 6 port Junction block and cable assembly for MX4200 (1.5 m cable with 12-pin M12 connector)
02-4007-04
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 Mounting brackets for MX4000 series with damping mounts, set of 4, split collar, plastic.
02-4014-04
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 Mounting brackets for MX4000 series with damping mounts, set of 4, split collar, steel.
MX4100-PT
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 Parameterization/Teach-in Tool with pass-through connectors for MX4100
MX4200-PT
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 Parameterization/Teach-in Tool with pass-through connectors for MX4200
MX4000-PB
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 Parameterization/Teach-in Tool with pass-through connectors for MX41000/MX4200 (connects to a junction block)
22-4004
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 Safety relay, 22-4004, 24 V DC, DIN rail mounting.
22-4002
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 Safety relay, expansion module (4NO, 1NC), (SAFE X4.1).
31-4001
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 Power supply, 24 V DC, 1.75 A, universal input (100 .. 240 V AC), DIN rail mounting W 54 mm, H 90 mm, D 61 mm
Brochures

MX4000 series light curtains brochure

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Installation Manuals

Installation Application Note AN-0001

Installation Application Note AN-0002

Installation Application Note AN-0009

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Manuals

MX4000 user and installation manual

MX4000 Parameterization Quick Guide

MX4200 Blanking Quick Guide

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3D Models

MX Light Curtain 3D Models

MX Mounting Brackets 3D Models

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Certification

TÜV Rheinland Certificate - Type 4-Cat 4-PLe-SIL CIL 3

Safety Light Curtain EU declaration of conformity

Wiring Box EU declaration of conformity

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