1. Machine Guard Door Monitoring with Delayed Access
Used to monitor a safety interlock switch on a machine guard door. When the door is opened, the instantaneous safety outputs immediately cut power to hazardous motion (e.g., a spindle), while the off-delay outputs keep a solenoid lock engaged for a preset time until the machine has fully stopped, preventing premature access.
Problem SolvedEnsures that operators cannot access a hazardous area until the machine has reached a safe state, even after the guard door is opened. The adjustable off-delay (up to 5s) allows tuning for different machine coast-down times.
Safety InterlockGuard DoorOff-Delay SafetyPLeSIL 3Solenoid Lock
2. Emergency Stop for Conveyor Systems with Sequential Shutdown
Integrated into a conveyor line's emergency stop circuit. When an E-stop button is pressed, the instantaneous outputs halt the main conveyor drive. The off-delay output allows an upstream feeder conveyor to continue running for a few seconds, clearing product and preventing jams during the emergency stop event.
Problem SolvedProvides a safe and orderly shutdown of a multi-stage process, preventing material jams and equipment damage that can be caused by an abrupt, simultaneous stop of all components. The 24VDC supply and fast 15ms response are ideal for typical control circuits.
Emergency StopE-StopConveyor SafetySequential ShutdownOff-Delay Output
3. Light Curtain Protection for Robotic Cells with Power-On Delay
Connects to the OSSD outputs of a safety light curtain guarding a robotic work cell. If an operator breaches the curtain, the instantaneous outputs stop the robot immediately. The off-delay feature can be used in reverse logic; upon clearing the area and resetting, the delay timer can stagger the startup of different cell components, ensuring a safe and controlled restart sequence.
Problem SolvedProvides immediate hazardous motion stop upon intrusion while enabling a controlled, staggered power-up sequence upon reset, preventing high inrush currents or unsafe initial machine states. The IP20 rating and slim profile are suitable for typical control cabinet installations.
Light CurtainRobotic Cell SafetyOSSDControlled RestartSafety Relay
