IDEC SA1F User manual

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SA1F Time of Flight Laser Sensor
Quick Start Guide
Laser sensor with both analog discrete (switched) output.
This guide is designed to help you set up and install the SA1F Time of Flight Laser Sensor.
For complete information on programming, performance, troubleshooting, dimensions, and accessories, please refer to the
Instruction Manual. Use of this document assumes familiarity with pertinent industry standards and practices.
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection.
Doing so could lead to serious injury or death.
This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in personnel safety
applications.A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an energized or de-energized sensor output condition.
Features and Indicators
Three LED indicators provide ongoing indication of the sensing status.
Analog Output LED Indicator
Solid Amber: Displayed distance is within the taught analog output window
OFF: Displayed distance is outside the taught analog output window
Power LED Indicator
Solid Green: Normal operation, power ON and laser ON
Flashing Green (1Hz): Power ON and laser OFF (Laser enable Mode)
Discrete Output LED Indicator
Solid Amber: Discrete Output is ON
OFF: Discrete Output is OFF
Figure1. Sensor Features Figure2. LCD Display
Display
The display is a 2-line, 8-character LCD. The main screen is the Run Mode screen, which shows the real-time distance
measurement and the analog output measurement..
Figure3. Display shown in Run Mode
Note: The display may differ from the actual distance due to operating environment, target and aging. The distance data is a reference value.

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Buttons
Use the sensor buttons Down, Up, Enter, and Escape to program the sensor and to access sensor information.
Down and Up Buttons
Press Down and Up to:
• Access the Quick Mode from Run Mode
• Navigate the menu systems
• Change programming settings
• Change individual digit values in distance based settings
When navigating the menu systems, the menu items loop.
Enter Button
Press Enter to:
• Access the Menu Mode from Run Mode
• Access the submenus
• Move right one digit in distance based settings
• Save changes
In the Menu Mode, a check mark in the lower right corner of the display indicates that pressing Enter accesses a submenu.
Press Enter to save changes. New values flash rapidly and the sensor returns to the parent menu.
Escape Button
Press Escape to:
• Leave the current menu and return to the parent menu
• Return to Run Mode from the Quick Mode
Note: Pressing Escape discards any unsaved programming changes.
In the Menu Mode, a return arrow in the upper left corner of the display indicates that pressing Escape returnsto the parent
menu. Press and hold Escape for 2 seconds to return to Run Mode from any menu or remote teach.
Laser Description and Safety Information
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified here in may result in
hazardous radiation exposure. Do not attempt to disassemble this sensor for repair. A defective unit must be returned
to the manufacturer.
Class 2 Laser Models
CAUTION: Never stare directly into the sensor lens. Laser light can damage your eyes.
Avoid placing any mirror-like object in the beam. Never use a mirror as a retroreflective target.
Class 2 Lasers
Class 2 lasers are lasers that emit visible radiation in the wavelength range from 400 to 700 nm, where eye protection is normally
afforded by aversion responses, including the blink reflex. This reaction may be expected to provide adequate protection under
reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation, including the use of optical instruments for intrabeam viewing.
Class 2 Laser Safety Notes
Low-power lasers are, by definition, incapable of causing eye injury within the duration
of a blink (aversion response) of 0.25 seconds.
They also must emit only visible wavelengths (400 to 700 nm).
Therefore, an ocular hazard may exist only if individuals overcome their natural aversion
to bright light and stare directly into the laser beam.
Figure4. FDA warning label (Class2)
For Safe Laser Use - Class 2 Lasers
• Do not stare at the laser.
• Do not point the laser at a person’s eye.
• Mount open laser beam paths is not at the eye level.
Reference IEC 60825-1:2007, Section 8.2.

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Installation
Note: Handle the sensor with care during installation and operation. Sensor windows soiled by fingerprints, dust, water, oil, etc.
may create stray light that may degrade the peak performance of the sensor. Blow the window clear using filtered,
compressed air, then clean as necessary using 70% isopropyl alcohol and cotton swabs or water and a soft cloth.
Mount the Sensor
1. Mount the sensor to the machine or equipment at the desired location.
2. Check the sensor alignment, Tighten the mounting screws to secure the sensor in the alignedposition.
If a bracket is needed, mount the sensor onto the bracket (sold separately).
Wiring Diagrams
Analog Current Models Analog Voitage Models
Sensor Programming
Program the sensor using the buttons on the sensor or the remote input (limited programming options).
From Run Mode, use the buttons to access the Quick Mode and the Menu Mode. See Quick Mode on page 4, Menu Mode (MENU)
on page 4, for more information on the options available from each menu. For TEACH options, follow the TEACH instructions in the
instruction manual.
In addition to programming the sensor, use the remote input to disable the buttons for security, preventing unauthorized or
accidental programming changes.
See Quick Mode on page 4 See Menu Mode on page 4
Figure5. Accessing the Menus
Quick Mode
The sensor includes a Quick Mode with easy access to view and change the analog and discrete output switch points. Access the
Quick Mode by pressing Down or Up from Run Mode. When in the Quick Mode, the current distance measurement
displays on the first line and the menu name and the analog value alternate on the second line of the display. Press Enter to
access the switch points. Press Down and Up to change each digit. Press Enter to move right one digit. After reviewing each digit,
press Enter again to save the new value and return to the Quick Mode. Press Cancel to ignore any changes made if only some
digits have been changed.

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Figure6. Quick Mode Map (Window Mode)
*: In Setpoint Mode, [SPt1 Pt] is replaced by [SPt] and [SPt2 Pt] is not available.
Menu Mode (MENU)
Access the Menu Mode by pressing Enter from Run Mode. The Menu Mode is also accessible from the Quick Mode: navigate
to MENU and press Enter . The Menu Mode includes several submenus that provide access to view and change sensor
settings and to view sensor information.
Figure7. Menu Mode Map (Top MENU)

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Menu Mode Map
Figure8. Menu Mode Map

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Specifications
Sensing Beam
Visible red Class 2 laser, 660 nm
Supply Voltage (Vcc)
12 to 30 V DC
Power and Current Consumption, exclusive of load
Normal Run Mode: <2.4W
Current consumption < 100mA at 24V DC
Supply Protection Circuitry
Protected against reverse polarity
Construction
Die-cast zinc housing; acrylic window, polycarbonate LED,
aluminum side plate
Maximum Tightening Torque
2.6 N · m
Output Configuration
Analog output: 4 to 20mA or 0 to 10V, depending on model
Discrete output rating: Discrete NPN/PNP is user-configurable
Output Rating
Discrete Output: 100 mAmaximum
(protected against continuous overloadandshort circuit)
OFF-state leakage current (PNP): < 40 µA at 30V
OFF-state leakage current (NPN): < 200 µA at 30V
Output saturation (PNP outputs): < 3V at 100mA
Output saturation (NPN outputs): < 1.6V at 100mA
Analog current output (SA1F-*A): 1kΩmaximum at 24V
maximum load resistance: [(Vcc-4.5) / 0.02Ω]
Analog Voltage output (SA1F-*V): 2.5kΩminimum load resistance
Remote Input
Allowable Input Voltage Range: 0 to Vcc
Active Low:
High State>4.3V at 740mA maximum
Low State < 1.3V at 800mA maximum
Active High:
High State>4.3V at 1.7mA maximum
Low State <1.3V at 1.6mAmaximum
Repeatability
See Performance Curves on page 7 and 8.
Response Speed
Menu
Response Speed
Fast
1.5ms
Standard
8ms
Medium
32ms
Slow
256ms
Sensing Range at Slow Speed
・SA1F-12*:
90% White Target: 50 to 12,000 mm
18% Gray Target: 50 to 11,000 mm
6% Black Target: 50 to 7,000 mm
・SA1F-24* :
90% White Target: 50 to 24,000 mm
18% Gray Target: 50 to 18,000 mm
6% Black Target: 50 to 11,000mm
Note:
When using at 100mm or less, it may not display correctly.
Ambient Light Immunity
< 40,000 lux
Note:
If Ambient Light Immunity is bright, the detection distance may
change.
Delay at Power Up
2 seconds
Measurement Output Rate
0.5ms
Minimum Window Size, Analog and Discrete
10mm
Boresighting
80 mm radius at 12,000 mm
160 mm radius at 24,000 mm
Temperature Effect
50 to 12,000mm: ± 0.5mm/ °C (typical)
>12,000mm: ± 1.0mm/ °C (typical)
Linearity/Accuracy
・SA1F-12*
Reflectance
±50mm
6% Black Card
7m
18% Gray Card
11m
90% White Card
12m
・SA1F-24*
Reflectance
±50mm
±75mm
±100mm
±200mm
6% Black Card
7m
-
9m
11m
18% Gray Card
11m
-
14m
18m
90% White Card
20m
24m
-
-
Beam Spot Size
Distance
Spot Size
50mm
6.5mm
7,500mm
10mm
12,000mm
12.5mm
24,000mm
35mm
Beam spot size is calculated as 1.6 times the D4σmeasured diameter.
Storage Conditions
−30 to +65 °C
Operating Conditions
−20 to +55°C
90% at +55°C maximum relative humidity (non-condensing)
Degree of Protection
I EC IP67
Vibration and Shock Resistance
IEC 60947-5-2.
Application Note
・For optimum performance, allow 15 minutes for the sensor to
warm up.
・Since the detection distance may change due to the surrounding.
environment or aging, please perform correction and maintenance
on a regular basis.
・In an operating environment with a temperature change, please set
the sensor with sufficient margin.
・After the SA1F housing, when transporting or storing under high
temperature environment, please reconfirm the sensing range at
startup.
・Depending on the use environment, the housing may be
discolored, but performance of the sensor is not affected.
・When handling, take measures against static electricity and
surges.
・If the power supply voltage is not stable, malfunction may occur.
Certifications

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Required Overcurrent Protection
WARNING: Electrical connections must be made by qualified personnel in accordance with local and national electrical codes and
regulations .
Overcurrent protection is required to be provided by end product application per the supplied table.
Overcurrent protection may be provided with external fusing or via Current Limiting, Class 2 Power Supply.
Supply wiring leads < 24 AWG shall not be spliced.
Repeatability Performance
SA1F-12※
・Speed: Fast (1.5ms) ・Speed: Medium (32ms)
・Speed: Standard (8ms) ・Speed: Slow (256ms)

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SA1F-24※
・Speed: Fast (1.5ms) ・Speed: Medium (32ms)
・Speed: Standard (8ms) ・Speed: Slow (256ms)
Dimensions
All dimensions in mm.
・Type M12 Connector

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・Type Cable
Accessories
・Shielded, 5-pin threaded M12 Cable
Appearance
Type No.
cable length
Type
Degree of
Protection
SA9Z-B2M67S
2m
straight
IP67
SA9Z-B2ML67S
Right-Angle
SA9Z-B5M67S
5m
straight
SA9Z-B5ML67S
Right-Angle
SA9Z-B9M67S
9m
straight
SA9Z-B9ML67S
Right-Angle
SA9Z-B15M67S
15m
straight
SA9Z-B15ML67S
Right-Angle
・Brakets
Type No.
Type
SA9Z-B01F
Adjustable
SA9Z-B02F
Right-Angle
Dimentions All dimensions in mm.
・SA9Z-B□M67S ・SA9Z-B□ML67S
・SA9Z-B01F ・SA9Z-B02F

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IDEC Warranty
IDEC warrants its merchandise to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal and proper use for a Period of
one (1) year from date od shipment. Buyer’s exclusive remedy for a non confotmity in any item shall be repair or Replacement at
seller’s opton. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties whether expressed, implied or statutory, including implied warranties of
merchantability and of fitness. IDEC shall not be liable for claims based on breach of warranty or negligence or any other damages
including consequential, contingent or incidental damages. Warranty dose not apply if the merchandise is altered or modified in any
way after delivery by IDEC.
Exclusion
・The SA1F is for general electronic equipment. Do not use SA1F for the purpose that malfunction or failure may directly threaten
the human body and life.
・The SA1F is not intended to be used for applications which require high reliability and safety, such as medical equipment,
nuclear equipment, railways, aircraft, and vehiles. The SA1F cannot be used for these applications.
・Use the product within the environmental limits given in the Catalog and Quick Start Guide.