Panasonic SF4D Series Type 4 Light Curtain User Manual

INDUSTRY
Compact & Robust
Safety Light Curtain
SF4D SERIES
Type4 PLe SIL3

SF4D Series Type 4 Light Curtain

Experience the Ease of Use!
Slim & Robust Unit Body, New High Power Optical System, Functional DesignSlim & Robust Unit Body
Combined with New Optical System
Experience the ease of use achieved by reflecting the opinions of people involved in installation design, installation, operation and maintenance
Compact Robust Safety Light Curtain
Introducing the SF4D SeriesPerfect fit to 30 mm × 30 mm 1.181 in × 1.181 in aluminum frame

• When installed on back side

Slim & Robust Unit Body + New High Power Optical System
= Stable Operation Even under Harsh Environment
The SF4D series features a slim and robust unit body and new high power optical system. The tough unit body prevents entry of liquids and dust. The new series ensures stable and reliable operation of safety light curtain even under an inhospitable environment.
Slim and robust unit body resists twisting, warping and impact. Downsized internal unit, increased case thickness
The internal unit was redesigned and downsized extensively. The internal unit was downsized to less than 40% (volume ratio) as compared to the conventional model while achieving higher performance. The case structure was also optimized and offers high
rigidity without any change in external dimensions. The SF4D series provides high performance and high reliability while maintaining the installation and wiring compatibility with the previous models.
SF4B series Ver. 2 (excluding robust type SF4B-□G□ )
Mounting brackets feature both rigidity and ease of handling
Completely new mounting brackets and structure. In addition to strengthening the rigidity of the mounting brackets, we have also improved the method of attachment to the safety light curtain unit to significantly increase the mount strength. The dead zoneless mounting bracket and the optional mounting bracket that does not extend from aluminum frame are also available for easier use.
*in case of rear mounting

| Beam adjustmentmounting bracket
M5 × 2 tightening type: MS-SFD-1-5
M6 × 1 tightening type: MS-SFD-1-6
M8 × 1 tightening type: MS-SFD-1-8
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| Dead zoneless mounting bracket
MS-SFD-3-6
| SF4B-G compatible mounting bracket
MS-SFD-4BG

Conventional model

Mounting brackets are attached to the top case and bottom case. When the unit was subjected to intense shock, a large load was occasionally placed on the aluminum case joint.
SF4D series

The mounting brackets is attached to the back of the rigid aluminum case. This reduces the load on the top case and bottom case, and helps prevent beam misalignment and failure due to shock.
New high power optical system offering stable operation even for long distance setup

Increased power of emitter element
The power of the emitter has been increased significantly. The high resistance to dust and dirt contributes to the reduction of maintenance frequency.

Minimization of deviations among elements
We incorporated the element alignment technology that we cultivated for fiber sensors in the safety light curtain. This minimizes curves due to emitter and receiver mounting deviations and quality deviations due to differences in individual elements.
Redesigned emitter element layout and structure
The scattering light energy from each emitter element is guided efficiently through the lens. The light energy of the emitter element is utilized fully, and the light distribution characteristics were optimized for the specific aperture angle.* The aperture angle of a Type 4 safety light curtain is specified as a maximum of 2.5° each on the right and left at a detection distance of 3 m 9.843 ft or more.

Other benefits
“Slim & robust unit body” and “new high power optical system” mean easy alignment of beam  axes even over a long distance.
The SF4D series offers improved resistance to twisting and warping to enable easier adjustment of beam axes over a long distance. Combined with the new high power optical system featuring the redesigned emitter element, light distribution characteristics and layout, the new series has realized the ease of beam axis adjustment.
Furthermore, the SF4D series is equipped with an application indicator to further facilitate beam axis adjustment as well as a digital indicator with a numeric display of light incidence margin, thus helping reduce the time required for beam axis adjustment.
Shuts out liquids and dust
IP67, IP65 (IEC)
NEMA Type 13 (NEMA 250)
The The SF4DSF4D series complies with IP67 and IP65 (IEC) series complies with IP67 and IP65 (IEC) as well as NEMA Type 13 (NEMA 250)
The unit structure prevents the entry of not only water but also coolant and other liquids to protect the internal unit. *1 The SF4D series complies with the Type 13 requirements for non-explosion-proof enclosures specified in NEMA 250, “Enclosure for Electrical Equipment (1,000 V Maximum),” established by NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) in the United States.
Type 13: Enclosures for mainly indoor use which satisfy the following conditions:

• Prevention of incidental contact with the enclosed equipment
• Protection against falling dirt and protection against circulating airborne particles
• Protection against spraying, splashing and seepage of water and noncorrosive lubricants

2 If used in a place where cutting fluid can splash, additives in the fluid may cause degradation. Please check in advance whether the SF4D series is resistant to the specific cutting fluid used by your company.
Multifunctional indicators for an at-a-glance understanding of the status of safety light curtain Experience the Ease of Installation, Construction and Maintenance!
Digital indicator with a numeric display of light incidence margin facilitates beam axis adjustment and preventive maintenance.
The light incidence margin is indicated by the “stable light incidence indicator” and “digital indicator”. This function enables appropriate beam adjustment and work quality control during installation of the device. The indicators also show whether there is dirt on the detection surface or beam misalignment due to play. This enables the numeric display to be used for startup inspection and preventative maintenance. When optical synchronization is set, only the indicator on the receiver lights up.

Other features!

Well-thought-out indicators
The indicators show stable light incidence status and notify various conditions. The OSSD indicator, interlock indicator and function setting indicator are arranged between the beam axes for easy visibility. Light incidence intensity indication
The indicator shows the light incidence margin with a numeric display (1 to 3). The displayed number decreases when there is dirt on the detection surface or beam axis misalignment occurs due to a loose mounting condition. This provides useful information during pre-operation inspection and preventive maintenance.

• Only the indicator on the receiver lights when optical synchronization is set.
  Polarity indication
  The indicator shows the set polarity when power is turned on. This makes it easy to confirm proper operation after wiring.
  Error indication
  The new series is also equipped with the error indication function, a well- received feature of our previous models. In an environment where a PC cannot be brought in or when a problem occurs at a remote location, the displayed error number lets you identify the cause of problem. This facilitates restoration work.

Indicator for improved work efficiency

The application indicator improves work efficiency in a variety of ways by providing support to work activities ranging from daily equipment operation to installation and maintenance. The indicator function can be switched between two options. Beam axis adjustment mode
The color of the indicator notifies whether the beam axes of both top and bottom ends are aligned properly. The indicator is easy to see from any direction so mistakes can be prevented in a long-distance setup.
When beam axes of both top and bottom ends are aligned properly:
All application indicators light blue.
When beam axis of either of top end or bottom end is aligned:
The indicators of only the aligned side light red.
When beam axes of both top and bottom ends are misaligned:
All application indicators are OFF.

• When optical synchronization is set, only the indicator on the receiver lights up.
  Laser alignment tool enables pre-operation adjustment Tidbit
  The optional laser alignment tool, SF-LAT-2N, enables the adjustment of beam axes by emitting a laser spot light.
  Since it is powered by batteries, adjustment can be made before power is supplied to the equipment, thus reducing the pre-operation setup time.
  Laser alignment tool
  • SF-LAT-2N Application indicator mode
  Can light and blink in three colors (green, red, and orange) according to an external input. The indicator can be used to indicate work instructions or equipment status.
• When optical synchronization is set, only the indicator on the receiver lights up.
• The DIP switches in the unit must be set to use this function.
  For details, see the manual. The manual can be downloaded from our website. Green
  When indicator input 1 is ON and indicator input 2 is OFF Red
  When indicator input 1 is OFF and indicator input 2 is ON Orange
  When both indicator inputs 1 and 2 are ON

COLUMN

Stable light incidence indicator that even shows the amount of margin
The stable light incidence indicator is commonly used when installing a new safety light curtain to equipment or when checking if the existing safety light curtain is operating properly. Previously, however, even if the stable light incidence indicator was ON, there was no way of knowing whether there was an ample margin or the condition is close to unstable light incidence.
The SF4D series not only shows whether the light incidence is stable or unstable but also the amount of margin with a numeric display. Therefore, it is possible to numerically manage the stability margin of the safety light curtain. When the amount of received beam intensity decreases during equipment operation due to oil mist or other reasons, the digital display shows the stability margin of the safety light curtain. Thus, cleaning can be scheduled and conducted at the most suitable timing.
Experience the Ease of Installation
Designing, Installation and Construction!
Evolved performance and functional design
We paid careful attention to details during the product design stage, ranging from the calculation of safety distance to installation, wiring and additional installation ease.
We improved the performance and achieved the functional design so that users can appreciate the “ease of use” in any situations.

Fast response time 10 ms or less

The OFF response time of the control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) of the SF4D series is 10 ms or less (when not connected in series or in parallel).
[18 ms or less when connected in series or in parallel] The SF4D series contributes to the reduction of equipment size.
Not connected in series / parallel
10 ms or less
Connected in series / parallel
18 ms or less
Regarding the response time by number of beams, see “Control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) OFF response times” (p.27). Dead zoneless design enables easy calculation of safe distance.

Inherits the dead zoneless design of the previous SF4B series. Even in an L-shaped layout or a U-shaped layout, the beam pitch does not change*, making calculation of the safe distance easier.

• Excluding the finger protection type SF4D-F□(-01)

Easy to attach / detach front access cable

Uses the well-received front access cable of previous models. The cable can be attached and detached after the safety light curtain is installed on the equipment. This allows easy replacement in the event that the cable is damaged.Cables can be connected after installation of units!

Series connection of up to 5 units

Up to five units (1 main sensor and 4 sub-sensors) can be connected in series, and the maximum number of beams has been increased to 256. This provides extra convenience when installing additional equipment, when increasing the detection width (protection height), and when using one system for protection of multiple locations.
Present (example: 3 units connected in series)
After equipment addition / safety area enlargement (example: 5 units connected in series)

Selectable synchronization method and cable to suit various applications

When choosing and installing a safety light curtain, the synchronization method and cable can be selected flexibly according to the customer’s specific application and needs, such as the basic configuration or safety-enhanced configuration with improved operability.
○: Functional by default
Software : Functional when setting software is used
○ (Software): Functional by default.
Function can be expanded when setting software is used

| Cable type| 5-core| 12-core| 8-core| 12-core
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Function| Interlock function| Software| ○ (Software)| ○ (Software)
Lockout release function| ○| ○| ○| ○
Test input function| ○| ○| ○| ○
Auxiliary output (non-safety output) function| ○ (Software)| ○ (Software)| ○ (Software)
External device monitor function| ○ (Software)| ○ (Software)| ○ (Software)
Muting / Override function| Software| | ○ (Software)
Application indicator function| Software| ○ (Software)| Software| ○ (Software)
Parallel interference prevention function| Software
Fix blanking function| Software| Software| Software| Software
Floating blanking function| Software| Software| Software| Software

Y-shaped connector for further reduction of wiring
Y-shaped connector (optional)When 8-core cables and line synchronization are used, connection of only five cables is required when the Y-shaped connector (optional) is used.
This allows easy connection to a safety PLC or other devices, and also helps eliminate wiring mistakes and reduce the man-hours required for wiring.
For details, see p.22.

Experience the Ease of Setting!
Simple setup of complex safety control
Setting software
Configurator Light Curtain
The handy controller software, which was well-received by users of our previous models, has evolved. The new setting software, Configurator Light Curtain, allows visually intuitive operation.
It provides powerful support to maintaining stable operation and troubleshooting by allowing the internal setup of the SF4D series product, collection of error history, planning of corrective measures and real-time monitoring of light incidence condition.

Main functions

• Operation monitoring function

• Monitoring of received light intensity / extraneous light of individual beam

• I/O monitoring

• Error history display

• Light blockage history, unstable light incidence history

• Muting setting function

• Override setting function

• Blanking setting function

• Fixed blanking setting function

• Floating blanking setting function

• External device monitoring setting function

• Auxiliary output setting function

• Note that the usable functions vary depending on the synchronization method (optical synchronization, line synchronization) and the type of cables (5-core, 8-core, 12-core) used.
  For details, refer to “Selectable synchronization method and cable to suit various applications” (p.9) and the manual. The manual can be downloaded from our website.![Panasonic SF4D Series Type 4 Light Curtain

• FIG 5](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Panasonic-SF4D- Series-Type-4-Light-Curtain-FIG-5-1.jpg) Operation monitoring function (monitoring of received light intensity / extraneous light of individual beam)
  This function displays the light incidence conditions of individual beams in real time. It facilitates the setup work and streamlines the maintenance planning by enabling visual confirmation of changes in the light incidence intensity resulting from dirty detection surface or beam misalignment.
  In addition, the function can also monitor extraneous incident lights. It helps prevent unexpected malfunction in advance.

Muting setting function **

**

*Excluding SF4D-□-01
This function is used to set the arrangement of muting sensors and select the most suitable settings using the application. It is also equipped with a time chart function, which obtains actual input timing to facilitate adjustment work

side such as a workpiece discharge section.
Since the workpiece passing time can be set in the timer, muting input on the outlet side is not required.
Simultaneous input| This is used when there is no space for acquiring the muting input time difference between two systems. There is no need to provide a time difference for muting inputs. * When the muting sensor output is NO / NC.
Parallel 4-sensor
Cross 2-sensor
Invalid when rising| The input time difference between the muting inputs of two systems is detected and the muting condition is controlled.

Blanking setting function
Excluding SF4D-□-01
The blanking setting function has also advanced. It supports not only manual setting while allowing the user to check the light reception condition in real time and but also batch setting based on teaching.
Furthermore, fixed blanking and floating blanking can be set using the same screen. It alleviates the cumbersome setting work. Communication module copy function
Excluding SF4D-□-01
When a PC cannot be brought in, the communication module can be used to write the setting data of the safety light curtain and also to read error information.Configuration Light Curtain can be downloaded free from our website.

Io-linik Communication Unit for “Visualization” of Safety Light Curtains
Easy add-on!
No alteration of safety circuit necessary * For SF4D series only

• Above photo shows a unit with all indicators turned on.
• Above photo shows a unit with all indicators turned on.

Remote monitoring of safety light curtain status

Confirmation of light intensity margin Incident light intensity information enables the determination of whether maintenance is necessary or not. This helps prevent shut-down of the line due to light beam deviation or dirty sensor. The information is also useful in conducting remote inspection or the like at the start of work.
Confirmation of error history
If an error occurs, the source of the error and its detail can be checked remotely, thus facilitating the identification of the problem location and analysis of the cause.
Storage of setting data,restoration of settings One-touch setting after replacement
The setting data stored in the communication unit allows one-touch restoration of the settings when the safety light curtain is replaced.
Example of configuration
Safety output and IO-Link communication are separated from each other so that the safety light curtain can be monitored without any alteration of the safety circuit.
1 8-core cable for safety light curtain (optional)
2 4-core cable with M12 connector (commercially available product) (Note)

Example of IO-Link data output

Process data

• Light received / blocked information
• Stable / unstable incident light information
• Extraneous light information
• Emitter / receiver lockout information
• Incident light intensity information (OFF, 1, 2, 3)
• OSSD output information
• Communication control status
• Number of units in series connection

Service data

• Safety light curtain main unit information
• SFD-WL3 main unit information
• Incident light intensity information of individual beams (32 levels)
• Error code

Note: The product and IO-Link master unit must be connected with a cable of 0.3 mm2 or more. The total length of the cable must not exceed 20 m 65.517 ft.
Use the safety light curtain monitoring information obtained via IO-Link only for diagnostic purposes.
Do not use it for safety control purposes.

Global specifications for anywhere use in the world

Global Specifications for Easy Use Anywhere in the World
The SF4D series’ global specifications comply with the following standards. Supports both PNP and NPN polarities
Every model in the SF4D series supports both PNP transistor output and NPN transistor output. Thus, the SF4D series products adapt to any control circuits used around the world, making it possible to use the product when PNP is installed overseas, when NPN sensors are replaced, when the positive pole is grounded in the factory, when moving equipment to overseas facilities, etc. Easy change of polarity by simple cable connection
Connecting the output polarity setting cable to 0 V results in PNP output.
Connecting the output polarity setting cable to +24 V results in NPN output. PNP / NPN polarity indicator
At the time of power ON, the indicator shows the selected polarity (PNP or NPN).

Configuration of simple safety circuit by combining a control unit

SF-C21
Easy compliance with control category 4 specifications.
Designed for optimum control of SF4D series.
Safety control unit
This safety controller does not require a knowledge of programming. The simple settings only require selection of an internal logic. A free software tool allows intuitive operation. Logic customization, monitoring, and simulation functions are also provided to enable surprisingly easy circuit building.

• Supports up to control category 4
• Supports PNP polarity

SF-C11
Connector connection control unit
The wiring with the light curtain can be done easily with 8-core cable with connector. It reduces time for installation and replacement.

• Supports up to control category 4
• Supports presses used in Japan (shearing machines not supported)
• Supports both PNP and NPN

SF-C13
Thin control unit
22.5 mm 0.886 in thinness has been realized.
Possible to install in a small space of the board.

• Supports up to control category 4
• Supports presses used in Japan (shearing machines not supported)
• Supports both PNP and NPN

List of Options for Safety Light Curtain

PRODUCT CONFIGURATION

Mounting bracket, mating cable and protective tube are sold separately.
Standard components (5-core cable)
Standard components (8-core cable)Muting control components (12-core cable) Using SF4D-□-01 as a safety device for a press or shearing machine (paper cutting machine) in Japan (See the above when using SF4D-□-01 as a safety device for other types of machine)
Standard components (5-core cable)
Standard components (8-core cable)Standard components (8-core cable) When using SF4D-□-01 as a safety device for a press machine or paper shearing machine in Japan, always attach the protective tube SFPD-A10 (tube length: 10 m 32.808 ft) (optional) to the cable.

ORDER GUIDE

1 Safety Light Curtain
Mounting bracket and bottom cap cable are not supplied with the safety light curtain. Be sure to order them separately.2) In the case of “When used as safety device for presses in China” or “When SF4D-□-01 is used for presses or shearing machines (paper cutting machines) in Japan,” the distance between the center of the first beam axis and the center of the last beam axis of the device becomes the protective height.
2 Mounting brackets Mounting bracket is not supplied with the safety light curtain. Be sure to order it separately.

Beam adjustment
mounting bracket| MS-SFD-1-5| For mounting with M5 / M8 hexagon-socket head bolt| Mounting bracket for rear side installation of safety curtain.
[4 pcs./set for emitter and receiver
Material: Cold rolled carbon steel (SPCC)
MS-SFD-1-6| For mounting with M6 hexagon-socket head bolt
MS-SFD-1-8| For mounting with M8 hexagon-socket head bolt
Dead zoneless beam adjustment mounting bracket (Note 1)| MS-SFD-3-6| Dead zoneless mounting is possible in which mounting brackets do not extend beyond the protective height. (4 pcs./set for emitter and receiver)
Material: Die-cast zinc alloy
Intermediate supporting
bracket (Note 2)| MS-SFB-2| This bracket holds the safety light curtain at the middle.
(2 pcs./set for emitter and receiver) Use when installing the safety light curtain in a location subject to vibration Material: Die-cast zinc alloy
SF4B-G compatible mounting bracket| MS-SFD-4BG| Mounting bracket for replacement of previous SF4B-oGo model with this device.
(4 pcs./set for emitter and receiver)
There is no need to change the mounting hole pitch. Material: Cold rolled carbon steel (SPCC)

Notes:

1. The required numbers of emitters and receivers vary depending on the number of beam channels. For details, refer to DIMENSIONS (p.42).
2. When the number of beam channels is SF4D-F□(-01): 111 or more beam channels, SF4D-H□(-01): 56 or more beam channels, SF4D-A□(-01): 28 or more beam channels, one set is required.

Dead zoneless beam adjustment mounting bracket

• MS-SFD-3-6 (4 pcs./set for emitter and receiver)

< Side mounting>![Panasonic SF4D Series Type 4 Light Curtain

• FIG 30](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Panasonic-SF4D- Series-Type-4-Light-Curtain-FIG-30-1.jpg) Beam adjustment mounting bracket
  • MS-SFD-1-5 (4 pcs./set for emitter and receiver)
  When using M5 hexagon-socket head bolt
  When using M8 hexagon-socket head bolt                 • MS-SFD-1-6
  (4 pcs./set for emitter and receiver) • MS-SFD-1-8
  (4 pcs./set for emitter and receiver) • MS-SFB-2 (2 pcs./set for emitter and receiver)
  < Rear mounting>
  SF4B-G compatible mounting bracket
  • MS-SFD-4BG (4 pcs./set for emitter and receiver)
  When using M5 hexagon-socket head bolt
  When using M8 hexagon-socket head bolt Mating cable / Extension cable Mating cable is not supplied with the safety light curtain. Be sure to order it separately.
  When using SF4D-□-01 as a safety device for a press machine or paper shearing machine in Japan, always attach the protective tube SFPD-A10 (tube length: 10 m 32.808 ft) (optional) to the cable.

Note: Where the cable color has not been specified, it is gray for emitter, gray with black line for receiver, outer diameter is ø5.7 mm ø0.224 in or ø6 mm ø0.236 in, min. bending radius is R6 mm R0.236 in.
The minimum bending radius of the cable with the protective tube SFPD-A10 attached is R55 mm R2.165 in.
Mating cable / Extension cable / Cables for series connection / Protective tube Mating cable is not supplied with the safety light curtain. Be sure to order it separately.
When using SF4D-□-01 as a safety device for a press machine or paper shearing machine in Japan, always attach the p rotective tube SFPD-A10 (tube length: 10 m 32.808 ft) (optional) to the cable. Note: Where the cable color has not been specified, it is gray for emitter, gray with black line for receiver, outer diameter is ø5.7 mm ø0.224 in or ø6 mm ø0.236 in, min. bending radius is R6 mm R0.236 in. The minimum bending radius of the cable with the protective tube SFPD-A10 attached is R55 mm R2.165 in.
Spare parts (Accessories for safety light curtain)

ø0.551 in),  with finger protection type (min. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in)
Test rod ø25| SF4B-TR25| Min. sensing object for regular checking (ø25 mm ø0.984 in), with hand protection type (min. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in)

OPTIONS

Control units

Type| Appearance| Model No.| Application cable| Description (Note)
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Safety control unit| | SF-C21| Safety light curtain
Bottom cap cable: SFD-CCBE Extension cable: SFD-CCo| Use a discrete wire cable to connect to the safety light curtain.
Logic customization, monitoring, and simulation functions are also provided.
Compatible with up to Control Category 4.
Connector
connection type
control unit
Supports
presses used
in Japan| | SF-C11| Safety light curtain
Bottom cap Extension cable: SFB-CCJo cable: SFD-CBo (M12 connector)| Use 8-core cable with connector to connect to the safety light curtain. Muting function cannot be used.
Compatible with up to Control Category 4.
Supports presses used in Japan when combined with SF4D-o-01 (shearing machines not supported)
Slim type control
unit
Supports
presses used
in Japan| | SF-C13| Safety light curtain
Bottom cap cable: SFD-CCBo Extension cable: SFD-CCo| Use a discrete wire cable to connect to the safety light curtain.Muting function can be used.
Compatible with up to Control Category 4.
Supports presses used in Japan when combined with SF4D-o-01 (shearing machines not supported)

●Recommended safety relays
SF relay, slim type

Note: Please contact our sales office for details on the recommended products.
Item

Communication module

Type

| Appearance| Model No.|

Description

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Communication module| **| SF4D-TM1**|

The setting software, Configurator Light Curtain , is required when using the SF4D-TM1 communication module. The setting software can be downloaded free from our website. USB cable is not provided with the product. USB2.0 cable (A: Mini-B) must be prepared by the user.
< In the case of SF4D-F□/H□/A□>
The communication module serves as a conversion module for the connection of a PC to the SF4D series for changing function settings and monitoring statuses (light incidence / light blockage, lockout, etc.). The communication module can also be used to copy settings from SF4D series products without the connection of a PC.
< In the case of SF4D-□-01>
The communication module serves as a conversion module for the connection of a PC to the SF4D series for monitoring statuses (light incidence / light blockage, lockout, etc.). The communication module cannot be used by itself.

IO-Link communication unit

Type

| Appearance| Model No.|

Description

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IO-Link communication unit| | SFD-WL3| For use with SF4D series
This unit enables the confirmation of various settings and operating status of the SF4D series from a host device using IO-Link communication. It can also save the setting information of the connected SF4D series unit.

Front protection cover / Corner mirror

Designation
Applicable beam axes| Front protection cover (wide type) (Note 1)| Front protection cover (slim type) (Note 1)| Corner mirror (Note 1, 2)
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Finger| Hand| Arm / Foot| Model No.| Model No.| Model No.| Effective reflective surface
15| 8| 4| FC-SFDH-8| FC-SFDH-8-S| RF-SFBH-8| 173 × 72 mm 6.811 × 2.835 in
23| 12| 6| FC-SFDH-12| FC-SFDH-12-S| RF-SFBH-12| 236 × 72 mm 9.291 × 2.835 in
31| 16| 8| FC-SFDH-16| FC-SFDH-16-S| RF-SFBH-16| 316 × 72 mm 12.441 × 2.835 in
39| 20| 10| FC-SFDH-20| FC-SFDH-20-S| RF-SFBH-20| 396 × 72 mm 15.591 × 2.835 in
47| 24| 12| FC-SFDH-24| FC-SFDH-24-S| RF-SFBH-24| 476 × 72 mm 18.740 × 2.835 in
55| 28| 14| FC-SFDH-28| FC-SFDH-28-S| RF-SFBH-28| 556 × 72 mm 21.890 × 2.835 in
63| 32| 16| FC-SFDH-32| FC-SFDH-32-S| RF-SFBH-32| 636 × 72 mm 25.039 × 2.835 in
71| 36| 18| FC-SFDH-36| FC-SFDH-36-S| RF-SFBH-36| 716 × 72 mm 28.189 × 2.835 in
79| 40| 20| FC-SFDH-40| FC-SFDH-40-S| RF-SFBH-40| 796 × 72 mm 31.339 × 2.835 in
95| 48| 24| FC-SFDH-48| FC-SFDH-48-S| RF-SFBH-48| 956 × 72 mm 37.638 × 2.835 in
111| 56| 28| FC-SFDH-56| FC-SFDH-56-S| RF-SFBH-56| 1,116 × 72 mm 43.937 × 2.835 in
127| 64| 32| FC-SFDH-64| FC-SFDH-64-S| RF-SFBH-64| 1,276 × 72 mm 50.236 × 2.835 in
―| 72| 36| FC-SFDH-72| FC-SFDH-72-S| RF-SFBH-72| 1,436 × 72 mm 56.535 × 2.835 in
―| 80| 40| FC-SFDH-80| FC-SFDH-80-S| RF-SFBH-80| 1,596 × 72 mm 62.835 × 2.835 in
―| 88| 44| FC-SFDH-88| FC-SFDH-88-S| RF-SFBH-88| 1,756 × 72 mm 69.134 × 2.835 in
―| 96| 48| FC-SFDH-96| FC-SFDH-96-S| RF-SFBH-96| 1,916 × 72 mm 75.433 × 2.835 in

Notes:

1. The model Nos. given above denote a single unit, not a pair of units. 2 units are required for use in mounting to the emitter / receiver. (Except for corner mirror)
2. The corner mirror has not received type examination by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare; therefore, it cannot be used for presses or shearing machines (paper cutting machines) in Japan.

Front protection cover
Protects sensing surface of the safety light curtain from flying objects such as welding spatter. The operating range reduces when the front protection cover is used.

Corner mirror
• RF-SFBH-□
Normally for L-shaped or U-shaped installation, 2 or 3 sets of safety light curtains are needed. With the use of a corner mirror reflecting the light, one set of safety light curtain is possible for L-shaped or U-shaped installation.* The corner mirror has not received type examination by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare; therefore, it cannot be used for presses or shearing machines (paper cutting machines) in Japan.

Operating range

31.168 ft
Both emitter and receiver installed| 0.2 to 5.5 m 0.656 to 18.045 ft| 0.8 to 9 m 2.625 to 29.528 ft
Hand, Arm / Foot| ****

FC-SFDH-□ (wide type)
FC-SFDH-□-S (slim type)

| Only emitter installed| 0.2 to 7.5 m 0.656 to 24.606 ft| 0.8 to 12 m 2.625 to 39.370 ft
Only receiver installed| 0.2 to 7.5 m 0.656 to 24.606 ft| 0.8 to 12 m 2.625 to 39.370 ft
Both emitter and receiver installed| 0.2 to 7 m 0.656 to 22.966 ft| 0.8 to 11 m 2.625 to 36.089 ft

Note: The operating range is the possible setting distance between the emitter and the receiver.

Operating range

Test rod / Laser alignment tool

Type

| Model No.|

Description

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Test rod ø45| SF4B-TR45| Min. sensing object for regular checking (ø45 mm ø1.772 in), with arm / foot protection type (min. sensing object ø45 mm ø1.772 in)
Laser alignment tool| SF-LAT-2N| Allows easy beam axis alignment using easy-to-see laser beam

Laser alignment tool
• SF-LAT-2N Y-shaped connector

components (8-core cable). Cables of emitter and receiver are consolidated into one cable for wire-saving.
Wiring has +24 V, 0 V, OSSD ‘1, OSSD 2, output polarity setting wire, and lockout release input.
Power wire and synchronization wire are connected inside the connector. Interlock is disabled (automatic reset).
Net weight: 35 g approx. M12 female-male connector
Cable with connector on one side| ![Panasonic SF4D Series Type 4 Light Curtain

• FIG 47](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Panasonic-SF4D- Series-Type-4-Light-Curtain-FIG-47.jpg)| VVY1-CCN3| Cable length: 3 m 9.843 ft
  Net weight: 200 g approx. (1 cable)| Mating cable for Y-shaped connector
  Cable color: Gray (with black line)
  Connector color: Black
  The min. bending radius: R6 mm R0.236 in Connector outer diameter: 014 mm 00.551 in M12 female connector
  VVY1-CCN10| Cable length: 10 m 32.808 ft
  Net weight: 620 g approx. (1 cable)

By using the Y-shaped connector, the least required wires such as power or safety output are consolidated into one cable.
Man-hours taken for wiring is eliminated to the minimum. Construction times as well as wiring mistakes are greatly reduced.
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A total of 16 wires (8-core cable)![Panasonic SF4D Series Type 4 Light Curtain

• FIG 48](https://manuals.plus/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Panasonic-SF4D- Series-Type-4-Light-Curtain-FIG-48.jpg) Y-shaped connector

  • Only 5 wires
  • Less wiring mistakes! Reduced wiring time!
  • Easy wiring to safety PLC, etc.

Refer to the instruction manual of Y-shaped connector and safety control unit for more detail such as installation of Y-shaped connector, terminal wiring, and wiring example.
SF4D conversion adapter (For replacing SF4B series with SF4D series)

Type

| Appearance| Model No.|

Description

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SF4D
conversion adapter (Note)| For 8-core cable|  | **SFD-J4B| This unit replaces the previous SF4B series (only when SFB-CCB□ and SFB- CCB□-MU discrete-wire bottom cap cables are used). The existing mounting holes, discrete-wire bottom cap cables and other wires for the previous SF4B series can be used to allow for easy and smooth installation. 1 set (one for emitter and one for receiver)
Female connector (8-core: M12, 12-core: M14)
For 12-core cable| ****SFD-J4B-MU
SF4D bottom cap cable| For 8-core cable| | ****SFD-CB05| Length: 0.5 m 1.640 ft Net weight: 80 g approx. (2 cables)| Used for connecting to the SF4D series main unit and to SF4D conversion adapter.
2 cables/set for emitter and receiver Cable color: Gray for emitter
Gray with black line for receiver Min. bending radius: R6 mm
Male connector (8-core: M12, 12-core: M14)
For 12-core cable| ****SFD-CB05-MU**| Length: 0.5 m 1.640 ft Net weight: 95 g approx. (2 cables)

Note: This product is made to order.
Previous Replacing existing unit with SF4D series using SF4D conversion adapter

SPECIFICATIONS

Safety light curtain individual specifications
SF4D-F□(-01) (Finger protection type)

Item

| Type| Min. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in type (10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)
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Model No.| SF4D-F15 ( -01 )| SFD-F23 ( -01 )| SF4D-F31 ( -01 )| SF4D-F39 ( -01 )
Number of beam channels| 15| 23| 31| 39
Protective height (Note 2)| 150 mm 5.906 in| 230 mm 9.055 in| 310 mm 12.205 in| 390 mm 15.354 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 140 mm 5.512 in| 220 mm 8.661 in| 300 mm 11.811 in| ** 380 mm 14.961 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 110 mA or less, Receiver: 130 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 130 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 140 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 1.21 × 10−9 / 1,031 years| 1.48 × 10−9 / 833 years| 1.80 × 10−9 / 672 years| 2.07 × 10−9 / 582 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 270 g approx.| 470 g approx.| 680 g approx.| 890 g approx.
Item                    Model No.| SF4D-F47 ( -01 )| SF4D-F55 ( -01 )| SF4D-F63 ( -01 )| SF4D-F71 ( -01 )
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Number of beam channels| 47| 55| 63| 71
Protective height (Note 2)| 470 mm 18.504 in| 550 mm 21.654 in| 630 mm 24.803 in| 710 mm 27.953 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 460 mm 18.110 in| 540 mm 21.260 in| 620 mm 24.409 in| 700 mm 27.559 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 140 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 150 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 2.40 × 10−9 / 498 years| 2.66 × 10−9 / 447 years| 2.99 × 10−9 / 396 years| 3.25 × 10−9 / 363 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 1,100 g approx.| 1,300 g approx.| 1,500 g approx.| 1,700 g approx.
Item                    Model No.| SF4D-F79 ( -01 )| SF4D-F95 ( -01 )| SF4D-F111 ( -01 )| SF4D-F127 ( -01 )
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Number of beam channels| 79| 95| 111| 127
Protective height (Note 2)| 790 mm 31.102 in| 950 mm 37.402 in| 1,110 mm 43.701 in| 1,270 mm 50.000 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 780 mm 30.709 in| ** 940 mm 37.008 in| 1,100 mm 43.307 in| 1,260 mm 49.606 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 150 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 160 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 170 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 180 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 3.58 × 10−9 / 328 years| 4.17 × 10−9 / 281 years| 4.76 × 10−9 / 245 years| 5.36 × 10−9 / 217 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 1,900 g approx.| 2,300 g approx.| 2,800 g approx.| 3,200 g approx.

SF4D-H□(-01) (Hand protection type)

Item

| Type| Min. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in type (20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
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Model No.| SF4D-H8 ( -01 )| SF4D-H12 ( -01 )| SF4D-H16 ( -01 )| SF4D-H20 ( -01 )
Number of beam channels| 8| 12| 16| 20
Protective height (Note 2)| 150 mm 5.906 in| 230 mm 9.055 in| 310 mm 12.205 in| 390 mm 15.354 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 140 mm 5.512 in| 220 mm 8.661 in| 300 mm 11.811 in| 380 mm 14.961 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 100 mA or less, Receiver: 120 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 9.57 × 10−10 / 1,340 years| 1.12 × 10−9 / 1,119 years| 1.26 × 10−9 / 988 years| 1.40 × 10−9 / 881 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 270 g approx.| 470 g approx.| 680 g approx.| 890 g approx.
Item                    Model No.| SF4D-H24 ( -01 )| SF4D-H28 ( -01 )| SF4D-H32 ( -01 )| SF4D-H36 ( -01 )
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Number of beam channels| 24| 28| 32| 36
Protective height (Note 2)| 470 mm 18.504 in| 550 mm 21.654 in| 630 mm 24.803 in| 710 mm 27.953 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 460 mm 18.110 in| 540 mm 21.260 in| 620 mm 24.409 in| 700 mm 27.559 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 100 mA or less, Receiver: 130 mA or less| Emitter: 110 mA or less, Receiver: 130 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 130 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 1.56 × 10−9 / 782 years| 1.73 × 10−9 / 701 years| 1.87 × 10−9 / 647 years| 2.04 × 10−9 / 591 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 1,100 g approx.| 1,300 g approx.| 1,500 g approx.| 1,700 g approx.

Notes:

1. Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 °C +68 °F. PFHD: Probability of dangerous failure per hour, MTTFD: Mean time to dangerous failure (in years)
2. In the case of “When used as safety device for presses in China” or “When SF4D-□-01 is used for presses or shearing machines (paper cutting machines) in Japan,” the distance between the center of the first beam axis and the center of the last beam axis of the device becomes the protective height.

Item| Type| Min. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in type (20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)
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Model No.| SF4D-H40 ( -01 )| SF4D-H48 ( -01 )| SF4D-H56 ( -01 )| SF4D-H64 ( -01 )
Number of beam channels| 40| 48| 56| 64
Protective height (Note 2)| 790 mm 31.102 in| 950 mm 37.402 in| 1,110 mm 43.701 in| 1,270 mm 50.000 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 780 mm 30.709 in| 940 mm 37.008 in| 1,100 mm 43.307 in| 1,260 mm 49.606 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 140 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 150 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 2.17 × 10−9 / 552 years| 2.48 × 10−9 / 481 years| 2.78 × 10−9 / 426 years| 3.09 × 10−9 / 383 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 1,900 g approx.| 2,300 g approx.| 2,800 g approx.| 3,200 g approx.
Item                    Model No.| SF4D-H72 ( -01 )| SF4D-H80 ( -01 )| SF4D-H88 ( -01 )| SF4D-H96 ( -01 )
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Number of beam channels| 72| 80| 88| 96
Protective height (Note 2)| 1,430 mm 56.299 in| 1,590 mm 62.598 in| 1,750 mm 68.898 in| 1,910 mm 75.197 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 1,420 mm 55.906 in| 1,580 mm 62.205 in| 1,740 mm 68.504 in| 1,900 mm 74.803 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 150 mA or less| Emitter: 120 mA or less, Receiver: 160 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 3.39 × 10−9 / 347 years| 3.69 × 10−9 / 318 years| 4.00 × 10−9 / 293 years| 4.30 × 10−9 / 272 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 3,600 g approx.| 4,000 g approx.| 4,400 g approx.| 4,800 g approx.

SF4D-A□(-01) (Arm / Foot protection type)

Item| Type| Min. sensing object ø45 mm ø1.772 in type (40 mm 1.575 in beam pitch)
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Model No.| SF4D-A4 ( -01 )| SF4D-A6 ( -01 )| SF4D-A8 ( -01 )| SF4D-A10 ( -01 )
Number of beam channels| 4| 6| 8| 10
Protective height (Note 2)| 150 mm 5.906 in| 230 mm 9.055 in| 310 mm 12.205 in| 390 mm 15.354 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 120 mm 4.724 in| 200 mm 7.874 in| ** 280 mm 11.024 in| 360 mm 14.173 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 100 mA or less, Receiver: 120 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 8.29 × 10−10 / 1,577 years| 9.34 × 10−10 / 1,378 years| 1.01 × 10−9 / 1,267 years| 1.11 × 10−9 / 1,136 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 270 g approx.| 470 g approx.| 680 g approx.| 890 g approx.
Item                    Model No.| SF4D-A12 ( -01 )| SF4D-A14 ( -01 )| SF4D-A16 ( -01 )| SF4D-A18 ( -01 )
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Number of beam channels| 12| 14| 16| 18
Protective height (Note 2)| 470 mm 18.504 in| 550 mm 21.654 in| 630 mm 24.803 in| 710 mm 27.953 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 440 mm 17.323 in| 520 mm 20.472 in| 600 mm 23.622 in| 680 mm 26.772 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 100 mA or less, Receiver: 130 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 1.18 × 10−9 / 1,060 years| 1.29 × 10−9 / 966 years| 1.36 × 10−9 / 910 years| 1.46 × 10−9 / 840 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 1,100 g approx.| 1,300 g approx.| 1,500 g approx.| 1,700 g approx.
Item
Model No.| SF4D-A20 ( -01 )| SF4D-A24 ( -01 )| SF4D-A28 ( -01 )| SF4D-A32 ( -01 )
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Number of beam channels| 20| 24| 28| 32
Protective height (Note 2)| 790 mm 31.102 in| 950 mm 37.402 in| 1,110 mm 43.701 in| 1,270 mm 50.000 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01 for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 760 mm 29.921 in| 920 mm 36.220 in| 1,080 mm 42.520 in| 1,240 mm 48.819 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 100 mA or less, Receiver: 130 mA or less| Emitter: 100 mA or less, Receiver: 140 mA or less| Emitter: 110 mA or less, Receiver: 140 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 1.54 × 10−9 / 798 years| 1.71 × 10−9 / 710 years| 1.89 × 10−9 / 640 years| 2.07 × 10−9 / 582 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 1,900 g approx.| 2,300 g approx.| 2,800 g approx.| 3,200 g approx.
Item
Model No.| SF4D-A36 ( -01 )| SF4D-A40 ( -01 )| SF4D-A44 ( -01 )| SF4D-A48 ( -01 )
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Number of beam channels| 36| 40| 44| 48
Protective height (Note 2)| 1,430 mm 56.299 in| 1,590 mm 62.598 in| 1,750 mm 68.898 in| 1,910 mm 75.197 in
| When using as safety equipment for Chinese press machine or when using SF4D-□-01** for Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine| 1,400 mm 55.118 in| 1,560 mm 61.417 in| 1,720 mm 67.717 in| 1,880 mm 74.016 in
Current consumption| Emitter: 110 mA or less, Receiver: 150 mA or less| Emitter: 110 mA or less, Receiver: 160 mA or less
PFHD / MTTFD| 2.24 × 10−9 / 534 years| 2.42 × 10−9 / 493 years| 2.60 × 10−9 / 458 years| 2.77 × 10−9 / 428 years
Net weight (Total of emitter and receiver)| 3,600 g approx.| 4,000 g approx.| 4,400 g approx.| 4,800 g approx.

Notes:

1. Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 °C +68 °F. PFHD: Probability of dangerous failure per hour, MTTFD: Mean time to dangerous failure (in years)
2. In the case of “When used as safety device for presses in China” or “When SF4D-□-01 is used for presses or shearing machines (paper cutting machines) in Japan,” the distance between the center of the first beam axis and the center of the last beam axis of the device becomes the protective height.

Safety light curtain common specifications

Type| Min. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in (10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch)| Min. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in (20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch)| Min. sensing object ø45 mm ø1.772 in (40 mm 1.575 in beam pitch)
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Item
Model No.
Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine compliant| SF4D-F□| SF4D-H□| SF4D-A□
SF4D-F□-01| SF4D-H□-01| SF4D-A□-01
Applicable standards| International standards| IEC 61496-1/2 (Type 4), ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe), IEC 61508-1 to 7 (SIL3)
Japan| JIS B 9704-1/2 (Type 4), JIS B 9705-1 (Category 4), JIS C 0508-1 to 7 (SIL3)
Europe| EN ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe), EN 55011, EN 61000-6-2, EN IEC 63000
North America| ANSI/UL 61496-1/2 (Type 4), CAN/CSA C22.2 No.14, CAN/CSA E61496-1/2
China| GB/T 4584
Applicable regulations and certifications| CE Marking (Machinery Directive, EMC Directive, RoHS Directive) , TÜV SÜD certification,TÜV SÜD NRTL certification (U.S.A.,
Canada), OSHA 1910.212, OSHA 1910.217(C), ANSI B11.1 to B11.19, ANSI/RIA 15.06, Korea KCs mark (Note 2)
Operating range (Note 3)| Short mode: 0.2 to 7 m 0.656 to 22.966 ft
Long mode: 0.8 to 12 m 2.625 to 39.370 ft (selectable by DIP switch)| Short mode: 0.2 to 9 m 0.656 to 29.528 ft
Long mode: 0.8 to 15 m 2.625 to 49.213 ft (selectable by DIP switch)
Min. sensing object (Note 4)| ø14 mm ø0.551 in opaque object| ø25 mm ø0.984 in opaque object| ø45 mm ø1.772 in opaque object
Effective aperture angle| ±2.5° or less at a sensing range of 3 m 9.843 ft or longer (based on IEC 61496-2)
Supply voltage| 24 V DC+20 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less (excluding voltage drop due to cable) (Note 5) −30
Control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2)| PNP open-collector transistor / NPN open collector transistor (selectable)
< PNP output selected>
• Maximum source current: 350 mA
• Applied voltage: Same as supply voltage(between control output and +V)
• Residual voltage: 2 V or less (source current 350 mA)   (excluding voltage drop due to cable)
• Leakage current: 0.2 mA or less (including power OFF state)
• Maximum load capacity: 2.2 μF
• Load wiring resistance: 3 Ω or less

• Maximum sink current: 350 mA
• Applied voltage: Same as supply voltage(between control output and 0 V)
• Residual voltage: 2 V or less (sink current 350 mA) (excluding voltage drop due to cable)
• Leakage current: 0.2 mA or less (including power OFF state)
• Maximum load capacity: 2.2 μF
• Load wiring resistance: 3 Ω or less
| Operation mode| ON when all beams are received, OFF when one or more beams are blocked
(Also OFF when internal sensor error or synchronization signal error occurs) (Note 6)
Protection circuit| Incorporated
Response time| OFF response: 10 ms or less (Not connected in series / parallel), 18 ms or less (Connected in series / parallel) (Note 7) ON response: 50 ms or less (Note 8) (Note 9)
Auxiliary output (AUX) (Non-safety output)| PNP open-collector transistor / NPN open collector transistor (selectable)
< PNP output selected>  
• Maximum source current: 60 mA
• Applied voltage: Same as supply voltage (between auxiliary output and +V)
• Residual voltage: 2 V or less (source current 60 mA)  (excluding voltage drop due to cable)
• Leakage current: 0.2 mA or less (including power OFF state)
< NPN output selected>
• Maximum sink current: 60 mA
 • Applied voltage: Same as supply voltage (between auxiliary output and 0 V)
• Residual voltage: 2 V or less (sink current 60 mA) (excluding voltage drop due to cable)
• Leakage current: 0.2 mA or less (including power OFF state)
| Operation mode| Control output ON: OFF, Control output OFF: ON (Note 6)
Protection circuit| Incorporated
Response time| OFF response: 60 ms or less, ON response: 60 ms or less
Synchronization method| Line synchronization / optical synchronization (selectable by DIP switch)
Interference prevention function| < Not connected in series/parallel>
• Line synchronization: 2 units or less (auto)
• Optical synchronization: 2 units or less (selectable by DIP switch)
< Connected in series/parallel>
• Series connection: 5 units or less (total number of beam channels 256 or less)
• Parallel connection: 3 units or less (total number of beam channels 192 or less) (Note 6)
• Series / parallel connection mixed: 5 units or less (total number of beam channels 144 or less) (Note 6)
Test input function| Incorporated
Interlock function| Incorporated [Manual reset / auto reset (selectable by wiring)] (8-core cable or 12-core cable)
Lockout release function| Incorporated
External device monitor function| Incorporated (8-core cable or 12-core cable)
Application indicator function| Incorporated (only the receiver lights up when optical synchronization is used)
Muting function| Incorporated (12-core cable)
Override function| Incorporated (12-core cable)
Power save function| Incorporated
Optional functions (Note 10) (Excluding SF4D-□-01 )| Fixed blanking function, floating blanking function, interlock setting function, external device monitoring setting function, auxiliary output setting function, application indicator setting function, muting setting function, override setting function, protect function, I/O setting function
Pollution degree| 3
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Operating altitude| 2,000 m 6,561.68 ft or less (Note 11)
Environmental resistance| Degree of protection| IP67, IP65 (IEC), NEMA Type 13 (NEMA 250)
Ambient temperature| –10 to +55 °C +14 to +131 °F (No dew condensation or icing allowed), Storage: –25 to +60 °C -13 to +140 °F
Ambient humidity| 30 to 85 % RH, Storage: 30 to 95 % RH
Ambient illumination| Incandescent light: 5,000 ℓx or less at the light- receiving surface
Dielectric strength voltage| 1,000 V AC for one minute, between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Insulation resistance| 20 MΩ, or more, with 500 V DC megger, between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Vibration resistance| 10 to 55 Hz, 0.75 mm 0.030 in double amplitude in X, Y, and Z directions for two hours each

Malfunction resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 0.75 mm 0.030 in double amplitude in X, Y, and Z directions twenty times each

Shock resistance| 300 m/s2 acceleration (30 G approx.) in X, Y, and Z directions three times each Malfunction resistance 100 m/s2 acceleration (10 G approx.) in X, Y, and Z directions 1,000 times each
SFF (Safe Failure Fraction)| 99 %
HFT (Hardware Fault Tolerance)| 1
Subsystem type| Type B (IEC 61508-2)
T1 (proof test interval)| 20 years
Failure response time| Within response time (OFF response)
Safety state| Control output (OSSD 1 / 2) OFF state
Emitter element| Infrared LED (peak emission wavelength: 850 nm 0.034 mil)
Material| Enclosure: Aluminum, Detection surface: Polycarbonate resin and stainless steel (SUS304), Upper cap / lower cap: Nylon
Connecting method| By connector
Cable extension| Total length of emitter / receiver can be extended up to 70 m 229.659 ft each using optional mating cable (including the length of cables for series connection) (Note 5)
Accessories| SF4B-TR14 (test rod): 1 pc.| SF4B-TR25 (test rod): 1 pc.| ****

Notes:

1. Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were an ambient temperature of +20 °C +68 °F.
2. Except for SF4D-□-01, Korea KCs mark is acquired.
3. The operating range is the possible setting distance between the emitter and the receiver.
4. When the floating blanking function is used, the size of the minimum sensing object varies. For the detail, refer to the section on Safety distance (p.36).
5. In consideration of the voltage drop caused by the cable, use Control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) source / sink current and cable length (p.27) as a guideline.
6. The setting can be changed when the SF4D-TM1 (optional) and Configurator Light Curtain setting software are used. Note that the setting cannot be changed when SF4D-□-01 is used.
7. For response times by number of beams, refer to the Control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) OFF response times (p.27).
8. Because the control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) must be OFF for at least 80 ms, the ON response will be delayed more than 50 ms when the light blocked time is less than 30 ms.
9. When optical synchronization is selected, if the beam axes of both the top end and bottom end are blocked, the ON response speed decreases by as much as 1 sec.
10. To use optional functions, the SF4D-TM1 (optional) and Configurator Light Curtain setting software are required. Note that optional functions cannot be used when SF4D-□-01 is used.
11. Do not use or store in an environment pressurized to atmospheric pressure or higher at an altitude of 0 m.

Control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) source / sink current and cable length

Number of sub-sensors| Control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) source / sink current| Power supply cable length Length of cable for series connection (Total cable length)| Cable
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Power supply cable length| Cable length for series connection
0 (No series connection)| 100 mA| 70 m 229.659 ft or less| –| –
200 mA
350 mA| 10.5 m 34.449 ft or less
1| 100 mA| 50 m 164.042 ft or less| –| Cable length obtained by subtracting power supply cable length from total cable length
200 mA
350 mA| 10.5 m 34.449 ft or less
2| 100 mA| 50 m 164.042 ft or less| –
200 mA
350 mA| 10.5 m 34.449 ft or less
3| 100 mA| 50 m 164.042 ft or less| –
200 mA| 40.5 m 132.874 ft or less
350 mA| 10.5 m 34.449 ft or less
4| 100 mA| 25.5 m 83.661 ft or less| –
200 mA| 20.5 m 67.257 ft or less
350 mA| 10.5 m 34.449 ft or less

• Power supply cable: Cable consisting of the bottom cap cable (optional) and extension cable (optional)
  Control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) OFF response times

| OFF response time
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Main sensor| Sub sensor
Number of units connected in series| ****

1 unit

| 1 unit| 2 units| 3 units| 4 units| 0 units| 0 units| 1 unit| 1 unit| 2 units| 2 units| 3 units
Number of units connected in parallel| 0 units| 0 units| 0 units| 0 units| 1 unit| 2 units| 1 unit| 2 units| 1 unit| 2 units| 1 unit
Total number of beams| 4 to 48| 6 ms| 10 ms| 10 ms| 12 ms| 12 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms
49 to 96| 8 ms| 10 ms| 10 ms| 12 ms| 12 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms
97 to 127| 10 ms| 12 ms| 12 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms
128 to 144| | 12 ms| 12 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms
145 to 192| | 14 ms| 14 ms| 16 ms| 16 ms| 14 ms| 14 ms| | | | |
193 to 256| | 16 ms| 16 ms| 18 ms| 18 ms| | | | | | | ****

• Example of series connection
  5 units or fewer (Total number of beam channels must be 256 or less.)
  when using 1 main sensor and 2 sub-sensors

• Example of combination of series connection and parallel connection 5 units or fewer (Total number of beam channels must be 144 or less.)
  when using 1 main sensor, 2 sub-sensors connected in series and 2 sub- sensors connected in parallel

• When SF4D-□-01 is used, parallel connection or combination of series connection and parallel connection cannot be used.

• In the case of parallel connection or combination of series connection and parallel connection, it is necessary to change settings by using the SF4D-TM1 communication module (optional) and Configurator Light Curtain setting software.

Note: Refer to the instruction manual for details.

SPECIFICATIONS

![Type Min. sensing object ø14 mm ø0.551 in (10 mm 0.394 in beam pitch) Min. sensing object ø25 mm ø0.984 in (20 mm 0.787 in beam pitch) Min. sensing object ø45 mm ø1.772 in (40 mm 1.575 in beam pitch)

Item Model No. SF4D-F□ SF4D-H□ SF4D-A□

    Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine compliant  SF4D-F□-01  SF4D-H□-01  SF4D-A□-01

Applicable standards International standards IEC 61496-1/2 (Type 4), ISO 13849-1 (Category 4, PLe), IEC 61508-1 to 7 (SIL3)

Japan   JIS B 9704-1/2 \(Type 4\), JIS B 9705-1 \(Category 4\), JIS C 0508-1 to 7 \(SIL3\)
Europe  EN ISO 13849-1 \(Category 4, PLe\), EN 55011, EN 61000-6-2, EN IEC 63000
North America   ANSI/UL 61496-1/2 \(Type 4\), CAN/CSA C22.2 No.14, CAN/CSA E61496-1/2
China   GB/T 4584

Applicable regulations and certifications CE Marking (Machinery Directive, EMC Directive, RoHS Directive) , TÜV SÜD certification,TÜV SÜD NRTL certification (U.S.A.,

Canada), OSHA 1910.212, OSHA 1910.217(C), ANSI B11.1 to B11.19, ANSI/RIA 15.06, Korea KCs mark (Note 2)

Operating range (Note 3) Short mode: 0.2 to 7 m 0.656 to 22.966 ft

Long mode: 0.8 to 12 m 2.625 to 39.370 ft (selectable by DIP switch) Short mode: 0.2 to 9 m 0.656 to 29.528 ft

Long mode: 0.8 to 15 m 2.625 to 49.213 ft (selectable by DIP switch)

Min. sensing object (Note 4) ø14 mm ø0.551 in opaque object ø25 mm ø0.984 in opaque object ø45 mm ø1.772 in opaque object

Effective aperture angle ±2.5° or less at a sensing range of 3 m 9.843 ft or longer (based on IEC 61496-2)

Supply voltage 24 V DC+20 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less (excluding voltage drop due to cable) (Note 5)

−30

Control outputs (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) PNP open-collector transistor / NPN open collector transistor (selectable)

Operation mode  ON when all beams are received, OFF when one or more beams are blocked

Protection circuit  Incorporated
Response time   OFF response: 10 ms or less \(Not connected in series / parallel\), 18 ms or less \(Connected in series / parallel\) \(Note 7\) ON response: 50 ms or less \(Note 8\) \(Note 9\)

Operation mode  Control output ON: OFF, Control output OFF: ON \(Note 6\)
Protection circuit  Incorporated
Response time   OFF response: 60 ms or less, ON response: 60 ms or less

    Japanese press machine or paper shearing machine compliant  SF4D-F□-01  SF4D-H□-01  SF4D-A□-01

Japan   JIS B 9704-1/2 \(Type 4\), JIS B 9705-1 \(Category 4\), JIS C 0508-1 to 7 \(SIL3\)
Europe  EN ISO 13849-1 \(Category 4, PLe\), EN 55011, EN 61000-6-2, EN IEC 63000
North America   ANSI/UL 61496-1/2 \(Type 4\), CAN/CSA C22.2 No.14, CAN/CSA E61496-1/2
China   GB/T 4584

Operation mode  ON when all beams are received, OFF when one or more beams are blocked

Protection circuit  Incorporated
Response time   OFF response: 10 ms or less \(Not connected in series / parallel\), 18 ms or less \(Connected in series / parallel\) \(Note 7\) ON response: 50 ms or less \(Note 8\) \(Note 9\)

Operation mode  Control output ON: OFF, Control output OFF: ON \(Note 6\)
Protection circuit  Incorporated
Response time   OFF response: 60 ms or less, ON response: 60 ms or less