Laser Triangulation Displacement Sensor L-GAGE® LE Laser Triangulation Displacement Sensor
LE Series Agenda M&I overview Introducing the L-GAGE® LE Competitive comparison Applications Sales resources
M&I Overview
M&I Product Line Ultrasonic Measuring Arrays Optical Distance U-Gage Not affected by target color, reflectivity or translucency Low visibility/dirty environment, Liquid tank levels, Clear objects A-Gage EZ-Array - Product profiling Other FMCW (Frequency-modulated continuous-wave radar (FM-CW)), Magneto-resistive, IR L-Gage Smallest objects, High precision, Thickness measurement, Not affected by wind, Fast response, Visible light for easy alignment Other Measuring
Banner Optical Distance Products Time of Flight (Resolution at Max Range) Triangulation TOF on top, Triangulation on bottom Log scale Range, resolution at max range noted inside of bar LE is coarse measurement
L-GAGE® LE The LE provides a low cost, easy to use, reliable solution for measurements across a variety of targets including metal, wood, paper and plastic Key features include: LCD display Linear Array Laser Emitter Input Modes Analog & Discrete outputs
LCD display Real time display for easy setup and troubleshooting 8 characters x 2 lines provides easy to read feedback 3 LEDs for quick reference of sensor status Great contrast for easy reading Versus no display or 1 line 6 character display for competition See measurement and analog output or menu and options so easy to track where you are in setup process Run Mode Menu System
Linear Array LE uses linear array technology and as a result will give more consistent performance across targets Shows the evolution of technology. Not specific to Banner.
Laser Emitter Visible beam for easy setup and alignment Spot size ~ 2 mm x 6 mm @ 1 m Class 2 laser
Inputs and Outputs Inputs Analog Output Discrete Output
Inputs Set independent analog and discrete limits Teach using display or remote teach Adjust using display Multi-function input wire Remote teach Trigger Laser enable Master/Slave New approach where you can look at distance on the display and manually adjust limits where you want Also have the option to select 1 or 2 point teach through display. 2 point teaches 4 and 20 independently while 1 point teaches midpoint with window size defined by user For consistency with other Banner products, can do remote teach
Analog output Analog Output: Choose appropriate model 4-20 mA 0-10 V 7 Trigger Modes Measure for period of time, export one value Min, Max, Range, etc. Reduce PLC programming
Discrete output Discrete Output: Configurable PNP or NPN (current sourcing or sinking) Single switch point or window (configurable NO/NC) Alarm/Health modes alert to loss of signal Same delays/timer options as DF-G1
LE Models LE550IQ – Current analog output, rotatable QD LE550IQP - Current analog output, pigtail QD LE550I - Current analog output, 2 m flying leads LE550IW/30 - Current analog output, 9 m flying leads LE550UQ – Voltage analog output, rotatable QD LE550UQP - Voltage analog output, pigtail QD LE550U - Voltage analog output, 2 m flying leads LE550UW/30 - Voltage analog output, 9 m flying leads
LE accessories Mounting brackets SMBLEL (86754) Standard L-bracket provides 4 orientation options SMBLEU (86755) Rugged model provides maximum sensor protection SMBLEFA (88226) Bar clamp model provides flexible alignment options
Competitive Comparison
Competitive Comparison─ Triangulation Products L-GAGE LE550 Sick DT20 HI* DT20P224B Leuze ODSL 8* ODSL 8/V66-500-S12 Keyence GV* AMP & HEAD Range 100 - 1000 mm 100 – 1000 mm 20 - 500 mm 200 – 1000 mm Performance (at max distance) Resolution 1 mm Linearity +/- 4.5mm (0.5%) Accuracy +/- 10 mm (1%) Repeatability +/- 4 mm Linearity +/- 6mm (0.67%) Repeatability +/- 5 mm Resolution 0.5 mm Accuracy +/- 20 mm (4%) Repeatability +/- 15 mm Response Time 2.0 - 50 ms 2.5 - 40 ms 20 ms 1.5 – 50 ms Ease of Use Display (2 lines x 8 characters) 3 LEDs Display (1 line x 6 characters) 2 LEDs No Display 2 LEDs Outputs 1 analog, 1 discrete 2 discrete Protection class IP67 IP65 IP67/IP69K Size (face,H,D) 25 x 60 x 55 mm 24 x 59 x 54 mm 15 x 48 x 38 mm 27 x 66 x 50 mm *Shorter range models available with different performance characteristics
Competitive Comparison─ Triangulation Products Other Advantages Patented design maintains accuracy over temperature range 3X faster response speed for lateral entry 3X higher levels of ambient light immunity
Competitive Comparison─ Time of Flight Products L-GAGE LE550 Sick DT50 IFM O1D100 Ease of Use Range Performance Response Time
Applications Industry Absence and/or Excess Detection Quality Control/Error Detection Process Control Industry Absence and/or Excess Detection Size (thickness/ width, height) and/or Profile (flatness/roundness) Positioning/ Speed Control Sorting/ Part Identification Automotive Missing weld nut detection, Part in place before next operation Assembly verification, Verify shape of cast parts, Sheet metal roll diameter, Part seated correctly in press Identify versions of part (Tire, crankshaft, etc.) Packaging Detect missing or extra product on a pallet Package Profiling Print roll diameter, Cartoning box stack, Pallet positioning Product Identification Material Handling Overlapping material Cross-belt sorter Storage and retrieval automation Food/Beverage Food size (baked goods, fillets, etc) Fill control (hopper) Roll diameter (labels, shrink sleeves, etc.) Additional Container level , Double boards before cut, Verify forging size, Verify board size, Verify flatness or contouring Textile roll diameter, End effector positioning Size grading for forest products
Border of Different Luster of Color Installation Tips Border of Different Luster of Color Correct Incorrect Same -1 mm Same +4 mm
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