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O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N MLG-2 WebChecker Measuring automation light grid...
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Edge measurement and edge designation..........Functions: Calculation of width and center positions......8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
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“Graphic display” area............. 10.2 “General Device Settings” page............... 10.2.1 Overview................... O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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12.1 Application data..................12.2 Data volume for functions................ 12.3 Data volume for the separators............... Servicing..................... 82 Troubleshooting................. 83 14.1 Response to faults..................14.2 SICK support..................... 14.3 LED indicators and error indicators............Decommissioning................85 15.1 Disposal..................... 15.2 Returns...................... Technical data..................86 16.1 Data sheet....................
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18.1 Compliance with EU directive..............List of figures..................100 List of tables..................102 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
The official and legal regulations for operating the MLG-2 must always be complied with. NOTE Please also refer to the SICK AG website: www.sick.de. Symbols used Recommendation Recommendations are designed to assist you in the decision-making process with respect to the use of a certain function or a technical measure.
MLG-2 Measuring automation light grid of the 2nd generation SOPAS device description Programmable logic controller O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
In the event of any other usage or modification to the MLG-2 measuring automation light grid (e.g., due to opening the housing during mounting and electrical installation) or in the event of changes made to the SICK software, any claims against SICK AG under the warranty will be rendered void.
Failure to observe the relevant work safety regulations may lead to physical injury or cause damage to the system. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
12 0000 = special measurement field width 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
If no empty modules are used, all active modules on the terminal compart‐ ment must be specified. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
1 x switching output (Q) and • 2 x analog output (QA) 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
The receiver consists of receiver optics, several receiver elements (photodi‐ odes) and actuation electronics. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
If an object is located between the sender and receiver, the light beams will be inter‐ rupted, depending on the size of the object. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
"Planning mounting distance between sender and receiver", page 22 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
• Type code: see "Measurement field width", page 12 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
MLG-2 to produce incorrect measurements. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Green LED Control panel at the rear of the receiver 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Figure 10: Automobile industry, position detec‐ tion of rubber bands tion of material rolls O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Figure 14: Glass production, position detection of matte glass 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Optimal object position, approximate specifications Tolerance zone, here at operating range O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
355.3 1200 67.7 812.4 387.6 1300 67.7 878.8 421.2 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Deviation of object position to the optimal object position Result for the accuracy of a web sheet O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
8 mm Ideal conditions: Homogeneous material, optimal ambient conditions and optimal object position 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Maximum object width = (16 + 5) x 150 mm – 2 x 23 mm = 3,104 mm O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
The remaining edges are not measured. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
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6 ... 10. • Total: > 10 edges O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Additional information • see "“Functional configuration” menu", page 73 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Distance between sender and receiver Minimum distance of the MLG-2 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
This minimum distance depends on the distance between sender and receiver. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
16, page • Observe operating range. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Select the length of the M5 screws so that no injuries from protruding screw parts are possible. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Mount brackets for the sender. Screw tightening torque: 5 to 6 Nm. Mount brackets for the receiver. Screw tightening torque: 5 to 6 Nm. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Clean the position of the sender and receiver. Screw tightening torque: 2.5 to 3 Nm 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
(see "T-connector for MLG-2 connection", page 41). O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Switching output 4 or Orange switching input 2 Configurable 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
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1 Switching output 3 Violet Analog output Orange Configurable O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Connection to a PLC, for example • Connection to an IO-Link field module 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
2 or analog output 2 or RS485_B RS-485 interface O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
2 or analog output 2 or RS485_B RS-485 interface 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Vertical adjustment (H) Figure 32: Alignment with the QuickFix bracket O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Regularly repeating the teach-in is recommended. The smaller the contrasts to be detected, the more often the teach-in process should be repeated. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
For example, the following influences the quality of the material teach-in: O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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SOPAS ET • RS-485 • IO-Link • Switching outputs 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
The Alignment LED on the control panel of the receiver flashes quickly (3 Hz). O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
✓ The yellow LED on the receiver and the Alignment LED are on. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
✓ All settings are reset to the factory settings. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
• The MLG-2 can be seen in SOPAS ET. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
✓ You will see the following screen: O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
The result of sensor teach-in is displayed. Figure 39: "Installation assistant” wizard, sensor teach-in successful 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
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"Required minimum distances for several objects", page 26 ✓ You will see the following screen: O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Click the “Start” button. ✓ The result of material teach-in is displayed. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
The "Installation assistant” wizard shows the first step for sensor teach-in. Perform sensor teach-in. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Calculate width between 2 edges. • Calculate distance between 2 edges 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
"“Digital configuration” menu", page • Parameterize RS-485 interface. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Shows the current response time in ms, see "Scan time", page 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
You parameterize the functions on the “Enhanced Sensing” page in the “Functional con‐ figuration” menu. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
These fields and associated object are displayed as soon as the MLG-2 detects and measures objects with edges. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
Factory setting: Pushbutton lock deactivated. Factory settings Reset MLG-2 to factory setting 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Default gateway Configure default gateway if necessary. Factory setting: 0.0.0.0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Q switching outputs and inputs. Can be opened closed for a better overview. Menus 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
“Start” page. Additional information • see "“Start” page", page 59 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
The 4 mA value and the 20 mA value of the current output are automatically assigned to the upper and lower measurement field limit. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
More information: • see "Performing material teach-in", page 54 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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(input +/- in mm) in order to define the edges detected dur‐ ing material teach-in. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
In this constellation, the “With search field” device mode can help to implement continuous edge tracking. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
E4 are still in the search fields and are evaluated by the MLG-2. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Select first edge used for calculation. Options: Edge 1 to edge 10 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
Result for "F2: Calculation of the width between the center positions of edges E1 and E10” function O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
You can parameterize the functions for switching outputs and switching inputs using the “Digital configuration” menu. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
Depending on the selected mode. Inverted I/O Inverted input or switching output. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Interval (Time_Interval) Enter time for transmission mode in "Interval” in ms. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
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Quality of teach • Process quality (quality of run) • Counter O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
The device replacement via the IO-Link function data storage is only possible with an MLG-2 with the same part number. If the IO-Link master does not support data storage technology, the SICK memory stick (SICK part number 1064290) can provide this functionality (see www.sick.de).
Bit 1 Bit 0 Q5 ... Q16 (vir‐ tual) O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Each separator is 1 byte long. If separators are configured, a separator is output after each configured entry. 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
Do not use cleaning agents that contain alcohol, e.g., window cleaner. We recommend anti-static cleaning agents. We recommend the use of anti-static plastic cleaner (SICK part number 5600006) and the SICK lens cloth (SICK part number 4003353). How to clean the front screen: Use a clean, soft brush to remove dust from the front screen.
14.2 SICK support If you cannot remedy the error with the help of the information provided in this chapter, please contact your respective SICK subsidiary. 14.3 LED indicators and error indicators This section explains what the LED error indicators mean. The status indicators are described in a separate section see "Display and operating elements", page...
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Check the electrical cables for breakage. Short-circuit Contact Service. Replace the device. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
A description of the application • A description of the fault that occurred 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
0.8 A • AWG 30/0.05 mm • 0.5 A Inputs O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Table 48: MLG-2 data sheet – Technical measurement specifications Light sender LED, infrared 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
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Ideal conditions: Homogeneous material, optimal ambient conditions and optimal object position O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
54.0 ms 89.9 ms 57.9 ms 95.8 ms 61.7 ms 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
123.4 ms 246.8 ms 493.6 ms 987.1 ms 1,974.3 ms O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Optimal object position Additional information • see "Planning", page 22 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
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2300 66.8 1,536.4 2400 66.7 1,600.8 2500 66.6 1,667.5 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Connection side measurement field width LED (light beam) Status LEDs O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Measurement field width = (3 + 1 + 2) x 150 mm – 5 mm Measurement field width = 895 mm 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
IO-Link V1.1 port class A, USB2.0 connection, optional 1061790 external power supply 24 V/1 A SICK Memory Stick IO-Link version V1.1, port class 2, PIN 2, 4, 5 galvani‐ 1064290 cally connected, 18 V DC ... 32 V DC supply voltage (limit values during operation in short-circuit protected net‐...
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5 m, 4-wire 6034422 4-pin, D-coded, 4-pin, D-coded screened 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
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M12, RJ-45, AWG26 4-pin, straight, 8-pin, straight D-coded, screened O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Complete EU declaration of conformity for download: www.sick.de 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
52. “Enhanced Sensing” page, “Blanking” menu (2 examples)........68 53. Assignment of detected edges.................. 70 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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69. Response time with smoothing................. 91 70. MLG-2 dimensions......................94 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker Subject to change without notice...
53. Optimal object position: Optimal distance between object and sender....92 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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61. Part numbers for connecting cable with male/female connector......97 62. Ethernet connecting cable part numbers..............97 8024643/2019-09-02 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N | MLG-2 WebChecker...
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