Omron F3SX Series Manual

Safety Controllers
F3SX
Safety, Simplicity, Visibility: Safety
Controllers without Programming
• Conforms to global safety standards.
• All-in-one constructions for easy multi-input safety circuits.
• Information where you need it: LED indicators, auxiliary outputs,
and serial communications.
Note: Be sure to read the "Safety Precautions" on page H-93.
Features
OMRON believes the fundamentals for building risk-free workplace environments are safety, simplicity, and visibility.
Design and implementation of safety measures and policies can be readily achieved through proven safety procedures using simple connections.
Peace of mind is attained by communicating safety equipment status information (see note) in a form that is meaningful to the on-site operational
and maintenance staff supporting the system.
The F3SX evolves from this philosophy.
Information:
1. Indicator output with self-diagnostic functions clearly communicates proximity warnings and work permission during operation to the operator.
2. The lighting patterns of the Safety Controller's indicators allow the operator to read the ON/OFF status of safety equipment I/O as well as error
type information.
3. RS-232 communications can be used to read detailed information for the above status.
What is a Safety Controller?
Are Your Safety Inputs Connected to Your PLC Built with Interlocks?
Generally, safety is jeopardized in PLCs and other programmable control devices due to partial memory loss, CPU runaways, and situations such
as on-site overwriting of programs. Using Safety Light Curtains and Safety-door Switches on their own does not necessarily ensure sufficient safety
for PLC operation. Nor is safety fully secured through the use of relays in interlocks due to hazardous events that occur as a result of fused relays
or short-circuited wiring.
The F3SX offers safe and simple connections for an array of safety equipment, such as Safety Light Curtains and Safety-door Switches, functioning
as a central hub to perform integrated monitoring of various safety equipment.
G Interlock with Safety Input Connected to a PLC
A22E
Emergency Stop
Pushbutton
CJ1-series
Switch
Programmable Controller
D4GS-N
Safety-door
Switch
F3SN-A/B
Safety Light Curtain
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Canada
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G Interlock Using an F3SX as the Safety Input
KM3
A22E
Emergency Stop
Pushbutton Switch
D4GS-N
Safety-door Switch
Safety Controller
F3SN-A/B
Safety Light Curtain
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On the Internet: www.sti.com or www.omron.ca
KM3
F3SX
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KM1
KM2
EE-87