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O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S LMS5xx 2D LiDAR sensors...
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This work is protected by copyright. Any rights derived from the copyright shall be reserved for SICK AG. Reproduction of this document or parts of this document is only permissible within the limits of the legal determination of Copyright Law. Any modi‐...
Basic parameters............ 3.7.1.2 Interlaced mode............3.7.1.3 Multi-echo analysis..........3.7.1.4 Filter................. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
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Wiring the inputs and outputs..........Commissioning.................. 76 Overview of the commissioning steps............. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Annex....................111 12.1 Declarations of conformity and certificates..........111 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
… highlights useful tips and recommendations as well as information for efficient and trouble-free operation. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Further information More information can be found on the product page. The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N} {P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label. {S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
The device may only be put into operation by authorized staff and only in industrial environments. SICK AG assumes no liability for losses or damage arising from the use of the product, either directly or indirectly. This applies in particular to use of the product that does not conform to its intended purpose and is not described in this documentation.
Modifications and conversions to the device may result in unforeseeable dangers. Interrupting or modifying the device or SICK software will invalidate any warranty claims against SICK AG. This applies in particular to opening the housing, even as part of mounting and electrical installation.
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Electrical connections (male connector or female connector): cracks or detach‐ ment from the housing O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
(e.g. LMS511 PRO Outdoor) or the complete type designation according to the type code (e.g., LMS500-20000) is used. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
Device temperature Display of scan data and detection fields 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
This can improve the expected service life of the device in the application. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Extended Range variants see table 16, page O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Figure 5: Elements of the type label (example) Type code Part number Serial number 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
The LEDs and 7-segment display indicate the operational status of the device. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Plastic reflectors (cat’s eyes), reflective tape, and triple prisms have these properties. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
The better a surface reflects the incident beam back to the device, the greater the scanning range of the device. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
The range-dependent distance between the measuring points corresponds to the tangent of the angular resolution × distance. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Beam diameter / beam separation [mm] (in) Distance of the target [m] (in) 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
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Resolution 0.25° Resolution 0.3333° Beam diameter HR Resolution 0.5° O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
17, page 25 see figure 18, page 26 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Device Ready or Contamination status see "Inputs and outputs", page O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
ZR = Supplement for application-related influences or the selected application parame‐ ters 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
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• Filter settings (e.g., particle filter) O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
A scaling factor is used for some scan configurations. The distance values received via data output must be multiplied by this factor. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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80 m 2-fold 1° 100 Hz 0.667° 65 m 100 Hz 1° 80 m O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
By combining the individual scans of a sequence, the measurement data is ultimately available with the finer angular resolution. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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View Pro shows the individual scans as they are output with the LMDscandata tele‐ gram. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
When the interlaced mode is activated, the average filter has no function. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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In the event of glare, the measurement data output by telegram are marked by transmitting the distance value , available in the Telegram DIST = 1 LMDscandata Listing at www.sick.com/8014631) NOTE Under certain circumstances, glare can falsify surrounding measured values by a few centimeters. 3.7.1.5...
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Measured value query Output measured-value telegrams Command to stop the output 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
RSSI of 1. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Gray (approx. 50%) Black (approx. 10%) Reflector (> 80,000%) Max. signal 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
PRO version and up to four fields with the Lite version. The size and shape of these detection fields are (almost) freely configurable. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
• The evaluation strategy • The detection field O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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LFEperpdistresult telegram, see Telegram Listing. The response time, blanking size, and alignment of the reference line can be configured in SOPAS ET. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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"Detection fields", page O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
The size increases continuously with increasing speed until the largest field exten‐ sion is reached at maximum speed. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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Pin 12: OUT Sync (OUT6) Pin 8: IN Sync (IN4) O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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LMS5xx. In its evaluation case 2, this LMS5xx links the input to output 1. At 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
The interface parameters are freely configurable: SOPAS ET Project tree, LMS…, Parame‐ ters, Network/Interfaces/IOs, Serial, Serial host interface area. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
To access the device via the USB auxiliary interface, the required USB driver must first be installed on the computer. Available for downloading on the online product page. The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N} {P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label.
For storage periods of longer than 3 months, check the general condition of all components and packaging on a regular basis. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Mounting the device NOTE For direct mounting without the SICK mounting bracket: • There must be a sufficient distance between the housing and the support struc‐ ture to prevent heat accumulation.
Figure 37: Arrangement for 2 devices O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
NOTE Pre-assembled cables can be found on the product page. The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N} {P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label. {S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
Closed current loop with equalizing currents via cable shield O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Within the islands, a stable equipotential bonding prevents equalizing currents on the cable shields. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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Suitable external safety measures should be taken by the customer to protect the IOs and their supply voltage against transient overvoltage. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
RD–/RxD RS-422/RS-232 receiver RS-422 receiver RS shield RS-422/RS-232 screen 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
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(supply power for sensor and outputs). O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Via Pin9 Heavy Duty) GND IN (Lite) Via Pin8 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Example values when using the specified connecting cable(s). Signal assignment and wire colors can vary when using other connecting cables. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Example values when using the specified connecting cable(s). Signal assignment and wire colors can vary when using other connecting cables. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
Required minimum voltage at flying leads for part no. 6036159: 20.3 V O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Example values when using the specified connecting cable(s). Signal assignment and wire colors can vary when using other connecting cables. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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Example values when using the specified connecting cable(s). Signal assignment and wire colors can vary when using other connecting cables. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Signal description Sender+ TX– Sender– Receiver+ RJ-45 RX– Receiver– 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Flexible conductor (fine multi- 0.25 mm² 0.5 mm² stranded wire) with ferrules O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Specific resistance of copper [Ωm] Temperature coefficient of copper [1/K] Cable temperature [°C] 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
The recommended connecting cables and their associated technical data can be found on the online product page. The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N} {P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label. {S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
IP67. • The SICK cables attached to the M12 round connectors are locked. Any connec‐ tions that are not being used must be fitted with protective caps or plugs that are screwed tight (as in the delivery condition).
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GND IN Device Figure 59: Input circuit IN3 to IN4 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
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A shielded cable is required for connecting the RS-232 or the RS-422 interface. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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RS-422 Figure 63: Wiring of the RS232 or RS422 interface 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Administrator rights may be required on the computer to install the software. When the installation is finished, start the SOPAS ET program option. Path: Start > Programs > SICK > SOPAS ET Engineering Tool > SOPAS. Establish a connection between SOPAS ET and the device. In order to do this, select the desired communication interface for searching in the connec‐...
Confirm the settings in the Scan Assistant dialog window by clicking OK. ✓ The Scan Assistant dialog window closes. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Saved project file with archived parameter set (*.spr) Hard drive O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Change the passwords during initial commissioning to protect your device. A higher user level can change the password of a lower user level. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
It is recommended to respond Yes. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
This logic is repeated for all fields. Connected out‐ Output 1: Alarm 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Therefore, when Walk-through test is activated, the device switches from Armed or Dis‐ armed mode to Walk-through test mode. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
"Security - validity check", page 88. This is also activated optionally to 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
The Minimum duration parameter defines how long the teach-in process takes once the trigger (input 4 / input 3) has been activated. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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EasyTeach PRO field to the template field after a configured time. The condition for this is that the template field recognizes a status change from interrupted to clear. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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(yellow) as soon as an object is located between the device and template field. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
LMS531 has been covered or when the LMS531 has been moved from its original position. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
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During the validity check, all setup fields are checked for validity. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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An evaluation case can be configured to automatically adjust the linked field under certain circumstances (e.g., grass growth or snow accumulation). 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
The commissioning tests can be used to check whether the cables are correctly con‐ nected to the device. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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NOTE At the start of the commissioning test, all outputs are set “low”. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Contact SICK Support to arrange this. If the inspection window is cracked or broken, take the device out of operation ■ immediately for safety reasons and have it repaired by SICK. Maintenance plan NOTE No maintenance is required to ensure compliance with the laser class.
If your device is still within the warranty period, weigh up if you should replace the system plug yourself or send the device to SICK for repair. After the warranty period has expired, the seal can be broken without a second thought.
If the device is provided with a protection hood/weather protection hood, remove O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
SOPAS ET. In this case, acceptance by qualified safety personnel may be required (depending on the system; e.g., Security). 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
Troubleshooting Repairs Repair work on the device may only be performed by qualified and authorized personnel from SICK AG. Interruptions or modifications to the device by the customer will invalid‐ ate any warranty claims against SICK AG. Returns Only send in devices after consulting with SICK Service.
Reserved distance values A description of the reserved distance values can be found in the Telegram Listing ( LMDscandata - reserved values, Telegram Listing available at www.sick.com/8014631). 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
Separate the recyclable materials by type and place them in recycling containers. ■ O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Internet. The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N} {P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label. {S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
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Scanning range for objects up to 10% remission 26 m O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Max. scanning range 80 m Scanning range for objects up to 10% remission 40 m 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Resolution 8 mm (10 m ... 20 m) 14 mm (20 m ... 30 m) O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Synchronization of data transmission rate: 20 kBit/s, 500 kBit/s, 1 MBit/s Mini-USB Function: AUX 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
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Recommended length of cable of the incremental encoder: max. 10 m O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
(total output of all (total output of all OSSDs) OSSDs) OSSDs) 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx Subject to change without notice...
Electromagnetic compatibility Radiation emitted: (EMC) IEC 61000-6-3:2020 / EN 61000-6-3:2007+A1:2011 Electromagnetic immunity: IEC 61000-6-2:2016 / EN IEC 61000-6-2:2019 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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When operating the device without heating, a warning message may occur due to no voltage supply for the heating being connected. 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx...
4x threaded mounting hole M6x8 (glued in with high-strength screw adhesive) Horizontal measurement origin O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | LMS5xx 8013796/1H4F/2023-02-03 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Dimensional drawings of accessories such as mounting kits and protection hoods can be found on the product page. The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N} {P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label.
{S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated). Support Portal NOTE In the SICK Support Portal (supportportal.sick.com, registration required) you will find, besides useful service and support information for your product, further detailed infor‐ mation on the available accessories and their use.
Declarations of conformity and certificates You can download declarations of conformity and certificates via the product page. The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N} {P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label. {S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
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Phone +65 6744 3732 Phone +30 210 6825100 Phone +65 6744 3732 E-Mail sales.gsg@sick.com E-Mail office@sick.com.gr E-Mail sales.gsg@sick.com Hong Kong Slovakia Phone +852 2153 6300 Phone +421 482 901 201 E-Mail ghk@sick.com.hk E-Mail mail@sick-sk.sk Detailed addresses and further locations at www.sick.com SICK AG | Waldkirch | Germany | www.sick.com...
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