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Conforming to the examination of Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. Model Examination No. TA347 SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 1 -...
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Thank you for purchasing SUNX’s Light Curtain, SF4B- -01 (hereinafter called ‘this device’). Please read this instruction manual carefully and thoroughly for the correct and optimum use of this product. Kindly keep this manual in a convenient place for quick reference.
In case of disposal, dispose this device as industrial waste. When using this device as safety equipment for press machines in Japan, be sure to use the device in combination with cable with protective tube (SFPB- ) (optional). SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 6 -...
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Do not use this device in a reflective configuration. The corresponding emitter and receiver must have the same serial No. and be cor- rectly oriented. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 7 -...
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Press machine having sudden stop device and restart Model Prevention mechanism Pressure capacity 50,000kN or less Sudden stop time 500ms or less Stroke length (Within protective height and slide adjustment range) Range of die size Within bolster width SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 8 -...
No.TA347 is a Model Examination No. for this device only. Up to three sets (maximum number of the beam channel: 192 beam channels) can be connected in series connection. The Model Examination No.TA347 is indicated on the device. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 9 -...
The control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) is PNP / NPN output switching type. Beam-axis alignment indicators which make beam-axis alignment easy are incorporated. Refer to ‘6-2 Options’ for details of options. Part Description SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 11 -...
This bracket is to be used for mounting the sensor having 79 beam channels or more for SF4B-F -01, 40 beam channels or more for SF4B-H -01, 20 beam channels or more for SF4B-A -01. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 12 -...
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3) The status ‘when light is blocked’ refers to the status that the some obstacle is existed in the sensing area. 4) The description given in [ ] is marked on the sensor. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 13 -...
Take care that the sensing range becomes short after mounting either protection cover (FC-SFBH- ) (optional). Take care that if the sensing range is less than 0.3m, malfunction may occur due to the optical structure. <Example of Correct Installation> <Example of Incorrect Installation> SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 14 -...
The max. response time of the machine is from the point that the machine receives the halt signal from this device to the point that the dangerous part of the machine stops. The max. response time of the machine should be timed with the machine to be actually used. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 15 -...
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: Maximum halting time of device (s) : Response time of this device (s) SF4B01 : Additional distance calculated from the size of the minimum sensing object of the sensor (mm) C = 850 (mm) SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 16 -...
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Since this value matches with Case 3) above, S = 1,600 x T + 22.4 = 1,600 x 0.4 + 22.4 = 662.4 Since this value matches with Case 5) above, S is 662.4 (mm). SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 17 -...
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Since the calculation above is performed by taking 1 (inch) = 25.4 (mm), there is a slight difference between the representation in (mm) and that in (inch). Refer to the relevant standard for the details. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 18 -...
200mm or less. (2) Install the auxiliary beam channels so that it is horizontal to the bolster's front line, and so that it is at a point approximately the same as the operator's waist. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 19 -...
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Failure to use an auxiliary beam channels could result in death or serious injury. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 20 -...
61496-2. However, install this device away from reflective surfaces considering an effective aperture angle of ±3° to take care of beam misalignment, etc. during installation. Allowable Distance from Sensor Beam Channel to Reflective Surface SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 21 -...
<Example of sensor placement> <Reference> The above figures are just examples of sensor placement. If there are any questions or problems, please contact our office. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 22 -...
2. As shown in the figure below, adjust the direction of this device and that of installation surface by declining the bracket, and tighten and fix the hexagon-socket head bolt for alignment. The tightening torque should be 2N m or less. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 23 -...
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(MS-SFB-2) (accessory)>. <Reference> Mounting method of the M8 mounting bracket (MS-SFB-1-T), the pitch adapter bracket (MS-SFB-4) and the M8 pitch adapter bracket (MS-SFB-4-T) is the same as the standard mounting bracket (MS-SFB-1). SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 24 -...
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Note: For the models that the intermediate supporting bracket (MS-SFB-2) is enclosed with, be sure to use the intermediate supporting bracket (MS-SFB-2). For details, refer to <In case of using intermediate supporting bracket (MS-SFB-2) (accessory)>. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 25 -...
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3. After aligning the beam axis, mount the intermediate supporting bracket to the mounting surface using two hexagons-socket head bolts [M5 (please arrange separately)]. For the details of beam axis alignment, refer to ‘2-6-1 Beam-axis Alignment’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 26 -...
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[M8 (please arrange separately)]. 8. Adjust the intermediate supporting bracket and protect bar intermediate supporting bracket, and then tighten the hexagon-socket bolt [M8 (please arrange separately)]. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 27 -...
When this device is used as safety equipment for press machines in Japan, be sure to use the cable with protective tube (SFPB- ) (optional). SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 28 -...
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1. Insert the connector of the bottom cap cable (optional) into the connector of this device. When inserting the connector, fit the cable to the groove of this device. 2. Tighten the two M2.6 screws. The tightening torque should be 0.3N·m or less. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 29 -...
2. Insert the connector of the cable for series connection (SFB-CSL / SFPB-CSL ) (op- tional) into the connector. When inserting the connector, fit the cable into the groove of this device. 3. Tighten each two M2.6 screws. The tightening torque should be 0.3N·m or less. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 30 -...
1,000 is enclosed. SFPB-CSL5 5,000 <Dismantling the cable for series connection> 1. For dismantling the cable for series connection, follow the above procedure of <Mounting method of cable for series connection> in reverse. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 31 -...
(SFPB-CSL ) is used, the cable protection tube is not necessary for the part of the cable which overlaps this device (33mm approx.). 2. Separate the protective tube as shown below. 3. Fit the cable into the tube. 4. Cover with another part of the protective tube. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 32 -...
In case the power supply conforms to Low-voltage directive and has an output of 100VA or less, it can be used as a suitable product. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 33 -...
2) The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. <Reference> K1, K2: External device (Forced guided relay or magnetic contactor) SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 34 -...
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Note: The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. <Reference> K1, K2: External device (Forced guided relay or magnetic contactor) SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 35 -...
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(OSSD 1, OSSD 2) maintains OFF status. Since the OFF signal of this device might cause malfunction, perform the connecting paying attention to the input response time of the machine to be connected to this device. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 36 -...
24V DC Black Control output 1 (OSSD 1) Yellow-green External device monitor input Gray (with black stripe) / Receiver Black Orange Synchronization + Orange / Black Synchronization Blue (Shield) Output polarity setting wire SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 37 -...
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Connector for emitter: gray, connector for receiver: black For details of the bottom cap cable, the cable with connector on one end, and the cable with connector on both ends, refer to ‘6-2 Options’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 38 -...
Note: The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 39 -...
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Note: The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 40 -...
2) The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. 3) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 41 -...
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Notes: 1) The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. 2) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 42 -...
2) The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. 3) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 43 -...
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Notes: 1) The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. 2) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 44 -...
For parallel connection, connect the one receiver to the other connection using the interfer- ence prevention line as shown in the figure on the next page. Wrong connection could gen- erate the non-sensing area, resulting in serious injury or death. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 45 -...
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Notes: 1) If the interference prevention wire is extended, use a 0.2mm , or more, shielded twisted pair-cable. 2) Vs is the applying supply voltage. 3) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 46 -...
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Incorrect wiring may cause the lockout state. Notes: 1) If the interference prevention wire is extended, use a 0.2mm , or more, shielded twisted pair-cable. 2) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 47 -...
For parallel connection, connect the one receiver to the other connection using the inter- ference prevention line as shown in the figure on the next page. Wrong connection could generate the non-sensing area, resulting in serious injury or death. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 48 -...
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Notes: 1) If the interference prevention wire is extended, use a 0.2mm , or more, shielded twisted pair-cable. 2) Vs is the applying supply voltage. 3) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 49 -...
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Incorrect wiring may cause the lockout state. Notes: 1) If the interference prevention wire is extended, use a 0.2mm , or more, shielded twisted pair-cable. 2) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 50 -...
2) The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. 3) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 51 -...
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Notes: 1) The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. 2) For resetting, refer to ‘3-2 Interlock Function’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 52 -...
2) The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 53 -...
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Note: The circuit diagram shown above is for 12-core cable to be used. For 8-core cable, red, yellow, grey, grey / black, sky-blue / white, sky-blue / black, there is no lead wire. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 54 -...
Notes: 1) The incandescent lamp with 3 to 10W shall be connected to the muting lamp output. If the muting lamp is not connected, the muting function does not operate. 2) Vs is the applying supply voltage. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 55 -...
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0 to +1.5V (source current 5mA or less): Valid, Open: Invalid Note: The incandescent lamp with 3 to 10W shall be connected to the muting lamp output. If the muting lamp is not connected, the muting function does not operate. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 56 -...
/ receiver so that the beam-axis alignment indicators in the display of the emitter and receiver light up. The emitter and the receiver can be fine-adjusted by ±15 degrees. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 57 -...
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The tightening torque should be 2N m or less. 8. Tighten the two intermediate supporting brackets [M5 (please arrange separately)]. Check, once again, that the beam-axis alignment indicators in the display of the emitter and receiver do light up. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 58 -...
Refer to ‘Policy on Press Machine Safety Equipment Control’ (Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, Basic Publication No.446-2, issued on July 9, 1993) for details. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 59 -...
2) The status of the emitter / receiver indicators during operation above shows the case in PNP output setting mode. In case of NPN output setting mode, the NPN indicator (orange) lights up. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 60 -...
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2) The status of the emitter / receiver indicators during operation above shows the case in PNP output setting mode. In case of NPN output setting mode, the NPN indicator (orange) lights up. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 61 -...
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2) The status of the emitter / receiver indicators during operation above shows the case in PNP output setting mode. In case of NPN output setting mode, the NPN indicator (orange) lights up. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 62 -...
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3) The status of the emitter / receiver indicators during operation above shows the case in PNP output setting mode. In case of NPN output setting mode, the NPN indicator (orange) lights up. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 63 -...
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2) The status of the emitter / receiver indicators during operation above shows the case in PNP output setting mode. In case of NPN output setting mode, the NPN indicator (orange) lights up. 3) Vs is the applying supply voltage. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 64 -...
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2) The status of the emitter / receiver indicators during operation above shows the case in PNP output setting mode. In case of NPN output setting mode, the NPN indicator (orange) lights up. 3) Vs is the applying supply voltage. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 65 -...
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(Source of error): The control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) short-circuit, extraneous light de- tection, sensor failure, etc. Refer to ‘Chapter 5 Troubleshooting’ and remove the source of error. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 66 -...
Auto-reset: The control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2) is turned ON automatically when this device receives the light. If this device is used with the auto-reset, avoid an auto-restart after the safety output stop of the system by using a safety relay unit etc. (EN 60204-1) SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 67 -...
The interference prevention system can construct max. three sets of series connection. The max. number of the beam channels in series connection is 192. Refer to ‘2-5 Wiring’ for details of the connecting method. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 68 -...
[negative logic of control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2)] (factory setting). The auxiliary output cannot be connected to external devices. The setting time of the device monitor is 300ms or less. Exceeding 300ms turns the device into lockout status. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 69 -...
The muting lamp should be installed in a position where it can always be seen by operators who set or adjust the machine. Be sure to check the operation of the muting function before its use. Furthermore, check the state of the muting lamp (cleanliness or brightness etc.) SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 70 -...
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3) The moving speed [S (m/s)] of the sensing object to be passed through the muting sensors C to D shall be under 3 sec. Distance between C and D: S x 3 (s) SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 71 -...
When this device is used as safety equipment for press machines in Japan, use it in the in- stalling conditions as shown below. However, the muting function can be used only when the slide is rising. For details, refer to ‘Standards for press machine or shears safety equipment structure’. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 72 -...
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50ms after the input conditions of the muting sensor A (C) and B (D) were satisfied. <Reference> It is recommended that two muting lamps should be connected in parallel. In this case, take care not to exceed SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 73 -...
If one of the three conditions above becomes invalid or timing exceeds 60 sec., the override function becomes invalid. Note: The override function operates only when the auto-reset is ON (the interlock is invalid). SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 74 -...
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When the muting lamp diagnosis function is invalid, the muting function becomes valid 3s after the input conditions of the muting sensor A (C) and B (D) were satisfied. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 75 -...
In case external noise affects the operation, remove its cause and re-inspect. Be sure to check the operation of the muting function before its use. Furthermore, check the state of the muting lamp (cleanliness or brightness etc.) SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 76 -...
The actual number of operation cycle (time) of the limited lifetime parts (relay, etc.) is less than their rated operation cycles (time). No screws or connectors of this device are loose. No extraneous light source or reflective object has been added near this device. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 77 -...
4) When the device installation place or environment is changed. 5) When the wiring method or wiring layout is changed. 6) When FSD (Final Switching Device) parts are replaced. 7) When FSD (Final Switching Device) setting is changed. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 78 -...
[Digital error indicator: I/O wires. rectly. (+V: NPN output, 0V: PNP output) Shield wire error Shield wire connection of Wire the shield wire of the receiver correctly. emitter / receiver is incor- rect. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 79 -...
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Note: Since the color of the operation indicator changes according to ON / OFF status of the control output (OSSD 1, OSSD 2), the operation indicator is marked as ‘OSSD’ on the sensor. If the device does not work normally after checking the items above, please consult SUNX. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V...
Wire the output polarity setting wire (shield) cor- [Digital error indicator: wires. rectly. (+V: NPN output, 0V: PNP output) Shield wire error Shield wire connection of Wire the shield wire of the receiver correctly. emitter / receiver is incor- rect. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 81 -...
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The beam channels are not correctly aligned. Align the top / bottom direction of the beam channel between emitter and receiver. If the device does not work normally after checking the items above, please consult SUNX. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 82 -...
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Both emitter and receiver are adjusted before shipment, please apply both emitter and receiver with the same serial No. The serial No. is indicated on the plates of both emitter and receiver. (The last 5 digits under the model represents the serial No.) SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 85 -...
Cable length Remarks SFB-CCB3-MU Discrete This 12-core bottom cap cable is used when the muting function is wire applied. SFB-CCB7-MU For emitter: 12-core shielded cable Connector SFB-CB05-MU 0.5m For receiver: 12-core shielded cable SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 86 -...
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Cable for series connection: 2 pcs./set (Common for emitter and receiver) Model No. Cable length Remarks SFB-CSL01 0.1m SFB-CSL05 0.5m Used to connect sensor in series. Common for emitter and receiver. SFB-CSL1 SFB-CSL5 SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 87 -...
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Remarks Model No. Remarks This mounting bracket is for replacing This mounting bracket is for replacing the other SUNX light curtains (protec- the other SUNX light curtains (protec- MS-SFB-4 tive height 200mm or more) by MS-SFB-4-T tive height 200mm or more) by SF4B- -01.
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Provision 44-2. When using this device in combination with SF-C12 or SF-C14EX, they cannot be used as ‘safety equipment for press machines or shearing machine’, stated in the Japanese Industrial Safety and Health Laws Provision 44. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 90 -...
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SF4B-H88-01, SF4B-A44-01 MC-SFBH-96 SF4B-H96-01, SF4B-A48-01 Note: The protect bar intermediate supporting bracket (optional) is for the protect bar longer than MC-SFBH-48 in length. Use the bracket when the protect bar bends a lot. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 91 -...
It is the minimum distance that must be maintained between the light cur- tain and the dangerous parts of a machine so that the machine can be stopped before a human body or an object can reach the dangerous parts. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 99 -...
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-V (+V for NPN output). PSDI The abbreviation for the Presence Sensing Device Initiation. The safety device that restarts automatically without any operation by the operator after the device detects danger status and halts for a while. SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 100 -...
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Revision History First edition: October 27, 2004 Second edition: December 10, 2004 Third edition: August 31, 2006 Fourth edition: August 31, 2007 SUNX Limited MJE-SF4B01 No.0005-03V - 101 -...
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During the above mentioned period, if a failure of the product occurs under normal use and operation, and if it is found by SUNX that it is responsible for the failure, it shall remedy the defect or tender substitution for exchange at its cost and expense.
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