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Light Curtain / Type 2
SF2C Series
Instruction Manual
2023.6
WUME-SF2C-9 panasonic.net/id/pidsx/global
Ramco National www.PanasonicSensors.com (800) 280-6933 [email protected]

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1 © Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX Co., Ltd. 2023

Thank you for purchasing Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX’s Ultraslim Light Curtain, SF2C series.
Please read this instruction manual carefully and thoroughly for the correct and optimum use of this device.
Kindly keep this manual in a convenient place for quick reference.
This device is a light curtain for protecting a person from dangerous parts of a machine which can cause injury or
accident.
This manual is for the following personnel:

Ɣ who have undergone suitable training,
Ɣ who have knowledge of the light curtains as well as the safety systems and the standards,
Ɣ who are responsible for the introduction of this device,
Ɣ who design the system using this device,
Ɣ who install and connect this device,
Ɣ who manage and operate a plant using this device.
Notes
1) All the contents of this instruction manual are the copyright of the publishers, and may not be reproduced (even
extracts) in any form by any electronic or mechanical means (including photocopying, recording, or information
storage and retrieval) without permission in writing from the publisher.
2) The contents of this instruction manual may be changed without prior notice for further improvement of the device.
3) Though we have carefully drawn up the contents of this instruction manual, if there are any aspects that are not
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nearest distributor.
4) English and Japanese are original instructions.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ····························································································· 5

1-1 Attention Marks ·································································································· 5
1-2 Safety Precautions ······························································································ 5
1-3 Regulations And Standards ··················································································· 8
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Chapter 2 Before Using This Device ··········································································· 9

2-1 Features ··········································································································· 9
2-2 Part Description ·································································································· 9
2-3 Protection Area ································································································· 11
2-3-1 Sensing Area ································································································11
2-3-2 Safety Distance ·····························································································12
,QÀXHQFHRI5HÀHFWLYH6XUIDFHV ········································································15
2-3-4 Device Placement ··························································································16
2-4 Mounting ··········································································································17
2-4-1 Mounting of the Mounting Bracket ·····································································17
2-5 Wiring ··············································································································23
2-5-1 Power Supply Unit··························································································23
2-5-2 I/O Circuit Diagrams ·······················································································24
2-5-3 Basic Wiring··································································································26
2-5-4 Wiring for Test Input Function / Large Multi-purpose Indicator Function / ··················27
Interference Prevention Function···············································································27
2-6 Adjustment ·······································································································29
2-6-1 Beam-axis alignment ······················································································29
2-6-2 Operation Test ······························································································30
2-6-3 Operation ·····································································································31
Chapter 3 Functions ······························································································ 33

3-1 Self-diagnosis Function ·······················································································33
3-2 Test Input Function ····························································································33
3-3 Lockout Function ·······························································································34
3-3-1 Lockout Output (SSD) ·····················································································34
3-3-2 Lockout Release Function················································································34
3-4 Interference Prevention Function ···········································································34
3-5 Large Multi-purpose Indicator Function ···································································35
Chapter 4 Maintenance·························································································· 36
4-1 Daily Inspection ·································································································36
4-2 Periodic Inspection (Every Six Months) ···································································37
4-3 Inspection after Maintenance ················································································37
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ····················································································· 38

5-1 Troubleshooting of Emitter ···················································································38
5-2 Troubleshooting of Receiver ·················································································39
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6-2 Options ············································································································42
6-3 Dimension ········································································································43
6-3-1 In Case Mounting on the Center with Standard Mounting Brackets ···························43
6-3-2 In Case Mounting with Standard Mounting Brackets without Dead Space ··················44
6-3-3 In Case Mounting with Multifunctional Mounting Bracket ········································45
6-3-4 In Case Mounting as Dead Space Mounting With Multifunctional Mounting bracket ·····46
6-3-5 In Case Mounting with Protective Metal Case ······················································47
6-3-6 Mounting Bracket ···························································································48

Chapter 7 Others ·································································································· 51
7-1 Glossary ··········································································································51
7-2 CE Marking Declaration of Conformity ····································································52
7-3 UKCA Marking Declaration of Conformity ································································53

Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1 Attention Marks

This instruction manual employs the following attentions marks, “ WARNING”, “ CAUTION” depending on the
degree of the danger to call operator’s attention to each particular action. Read the following explanation of these
marks thoroughly and observe these notices without fail.
WARNING If you ignore the advice with this mark, death or serious injury could result.
CAUTION If you ignore the advice with this mark, injury or material damage could result.
<Reference> It gives useful information for better use of this device.
1-2 Safety Precautions

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be maintained and it may malfunction.
Ŷ This device has been developed / produced for industrial use only.
Ŷ This device is suitable for indoor use only.
Ŷ Use of this device under the following conditions or environment is not presupposed. Please consult us if there
is no other choice but to use this device in such an environment.
1) Operating this device under conditions or environments not described in this manual.
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cilities, medical systems, aerospace development, etc.
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ing machine, the user should satisfy the regulations established by national or regional security committees (Oc-
cupational Safety and Health Administration: OSHA, the European Standardization Committee, etc.). Contact
the relative organization(s) for details.
Ŷ In case of installing this device to a particular machine, follow the safety regulations in regard to appropriate
usage, mounting (installation), operation and maintenance. The users including the installation operator are re-
sponsible for the introduction of this device.
Ŷ Be sure not applying strong shock to this device. It may break this device.
Ŷ Use this device by installing suitable protection equipment as a countermeasure for failure, damage, or malfunc-
tion of this device.
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Introduction
WARNING
Ƈ Machine designer, installer, employer and operator
Ɣ The machine designer, installer, employer and operator are solely responsible to ensure that all appli-
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instructions for installation and maintenance contained in the instruction manual are followed.
Ɣ Whether this device functions as intended to and systems including this device comply with safety regu-
lations depends on the appropriateness of the application, installation, maintenance and operation. The
machine designer, installer, employer and operator are solely responsible for these items.
Ƈ Engineer
Ɣ The engineer would be a person who is appropriately educated, has widespread knowledge and experi-
ence, and can solve various problems which may arise during work, such as a machine designer, or a
person in charge of installation or operation etc.
Ƈ Operator
Ɣ The operator should read this instruction manual thoroughly, understand its contents, and perform op-
erations following the procedures described in this manual for the correct operation of this device.
Ɣ In case this device does not perform properly, the operator should report this to the person in charge and
stop the machine operation immediately. The machine must not be operated until correct performance of
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Ƈ Environment
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this device so that reflected light from the reflective surface does not enter into the receiver, or take
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face, etc. Failure to do so may cause the device not to detect, resulting in death or serious injury.
Ɣ Do not install this device in the following environments.
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Ƈ Installation
Ɣ Always keep the correctly calculated safety distance between this device and the dangerous parts of the
machine.
Ɣ Install extra protection structure around the machine so that the operator must pass through the sensing
area of this device to reach the dangerous parts of the machine.
Ɣ Install this device such that some part of the operator’s body always remains in the sensing area when
operator is done with the dangerous parts of the machine.
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Ɣ If this device is used in multiple sets, arrange them to avoid mutual interference.
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Ɣ The corresponding emitter and receiver must have the same serial No. and be correctly oriented.
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this device and the machinery. For details, be sure to refer to the standards or regulations applicable in
each region or country.
Ɣ In Japan and China, Korea, do not use this device as safety equipment for a press machine.
Ɣ Do not install this device with a machine whose operation cannot be stopped immediately in the middle
of an operation cycle by an emergency stop equipment.
Ɣ This device starts the performance after 2 seconds from the power ON. Have the control system started
to function with this timing.

Introduction
WARNING
Ƈ Wiring
Ɣ Be sure to carry out the wiring in the power supply OFF condition.
Ɣ All electrical wiring should conform to the regional electrical regulations and laws. The wiring should be
done by engineer(s) having the special electrical knowledge.
Ɣ Do not run the wires together with high-voltage lines or power lines or put them in the same raceway.
This can cause malfunction due to induction.
Ɣ In case of extending the cable of the emitter or the receiver, each can be extended up to 50m by using
the exclusive cable. Extending the cable longer than 50m may cause malfunction, which can result in
death or serious injury.
Ɣ Use both control output (OSSD) and lockout output (SSD).
Ɣ In order that the output is not turned ON due to earth fault of control output (OSSD), be sure to ground to
0V side (PNP output) / +V side (NPN output).
Ƈ Maintenance
Ɣ When replacement parts are required, always use only genuine supplied replacement parts. If substitute
parts from another manufacturer are used, the device may not come to detect, result in death or serious
injury.
Ɣ The periodical inspection of this device must be performed by an engineer having the special knowledge.
Ɣ After maintenance or adjustment, and before starting operation, test this device following the procedure
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Ɣ Clean this device with a clean cloth. Do not use any volatile chemicals.
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injury.
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Introduction
1-3 Regulations And Standards

This device complies with the following regulations and standards.
<Conformity Directives / Conforming Regulations>
EU Directives
EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
British Legislation
EU Machinery Regulations 2008/1597
EMC Resulations 2016/1091
RoHS Regulations 2012/3032
- Applicable Standards
EN 61496-1/2 (Type 2), EN 55011 Class A, EN 61000-6-2
EN ISO 13849-1: 2015 (Category 2, PLc), IEC 61508-1 to 7 (SIL1)
<Standards in US / Canada)>
ANSI/UL 61496-1/2 (Type 2), ANSI/UL 508
CAN/CSA 61496-1/2 (Type 2), CAN/CSA C22.2 No.14
<Regulations in US>
ANSI/RIA 15.06
<Other Standards>
IEC 61496-1: 2020 (Type 2), IEC 61496-2: 2020 (Type 2),ISO 13849-1 (Category 2, PLc),
JIS B 9704-1/2 (Type 2), JIS B 9705-1 (Category 2), JIS C 0508 (SIL1)
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The conformity to JIS, OSHA and ANSI for this device has been evaluated by ourselves.
The C7h9US Mark indicates compliance with both Canadian and US requirements.
This device conforms to the EMC directive and the Machinery directive. The Mark on the main body indicates that
this device conforms to the EMC Directive.
This device conforms to the EMC Regulations and the Machinery Regulations. The mark on the product indicates
that this device conforms to the EMC Regulations.
WARNING
Ɣ In Japan, never use this device as a safety equipment for any press machine or shearing machine.
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tions applicable in each region or country before use.
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Ƒ Sensor: Emitter, Receiver 1 pc. each
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Ƒ Quick Instruction Manual (Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean) 1 pc. each language

Chapter 2 Before Using This Device
2-1 Features
This device is the light curtain with the following features.
Ɣ Large multi-purpose indicators (orange) which are bright and easy-to-see are incorporated.
Ɣ Refer to “6-2 Options” for details of options.
2-2 Part Description
Receiver
Standard mounting bracket Display section

MS-SFC-1 (Accessory)
Model information
Beam-channel
Emitter
Model information
Large multi-purpose indicator
Large multi
-purpose indicator
Gray cable (with black line)
Gray cable
<Emitter>
It emits light to the receiver facing it. Furthermore, the status of the emitter is indicated on its display section.
<Receiver>
It receives light from the emitter facing it. Simultaneously, it turns ON the control output (OSSD) when the all beam
channels receive light from emitter, and it turns OFF the control output (OSSD) when one or more beam channels
are blocked light
Besides, the receiver displays its status on the display section.
<Beam channel>
The light emitting elements of the emitter and the light receiving elements of the receiver are placed at the intervals
of 20mm.
<Standard mounting bracket MS-SFC-1 (Accessory)>
The mounting brackets are attached to this device. This bracket is to be used for mounting the emitter / receiver.

Functional Description
<Display section>
Beam-axis side Front Back <Common for emitter and receiver>
Description Function
Lights up when input for the large multi-purpose indicator
Large multi-purpose
is valid.
indicator
Turns OFF when input for the large multi-purpose indica-
(Orange)
tor is invalid.
Frequency setting indi- Turns OFF when Frequency 1 is set.
cator (Orange) [FREQ] Lights up when Frequency 2 is set.
Fault indicator (Yellow) Turns OFF during normal operation.
[FAULT] Lights up or blinks when fault occurs in the device.
<Emitter>
Large multi Large multi Operation indicator Lights up when device operation is as follows.
-purpose -purpose (Green) [POWER] Turns OFF when test input is valid.
indicator indicator Test indicator Lights up when test input is valid.
(Red) [TEST] Turns OFF when test input is invalid.
<Receiver>
Display section of emitter
Operation indicator [POWER] OSSD indicator When control output (OSSD) is OFF: lights up in red
Test indicator [TEST] (Red / Green) [OSSD] When control output (OSSD) is ON: lights up in green
Frequency setting indicator [FREQ] Turns OFF when stable light is received (the percent-
Fault indicator [FAULT] age of light received is more than 150%). [Control output
(OSSD) ON]
Display section of receiver Unstable light recep- Lights up when unstable light is received (the percentage
tion indicator of light received is between 100% and 150%). [Control
OSSD indicator [OSSD] (Orange) [STB] output (OSSD) ON]
Turns OFF when light is blocked (the percentage of light
Unstable light reception indicator [STB]
received is less than 100%) (Note 1) [Control output
Frequency setting indicator [FREQ] (OSSD) OFF]
Fault indicator [FAULT]
Notes: 1) Besides, ‘when light is blocked’ refers to the status that there exists any object blocking light in the sensing area.
2) The description given in [ ] is marked on the device.

Protection Area
2-3 Protection Area

2-3-1 Sensing Area
WARNING
Ɣ Be sure to install protection structure around the machine so that the operator must pass through the sensing area
of this device to reach the dangerous parts of the machine.
Furthermore, ensure that some part of the operator’s body always remains in the sensing area when operation is
done with the dangerous parts of the machine.
Failure to do so can result in death or serious injury.
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Ɣ Furthermore, never use this device facing several receivers towards one emitter or vice versa.
The sensing area is the zone formed by the sensing height of the device and the sensing range between the emit-
ter and the receiver. The sensing height is determined by the number of beam channels. Furthermore, the valid
range can be 0.1 to 3m.
Take care that if the sensing range is less than 0.1m, malfunction may occur due to the optical structure.
Emitter Receiver
Top
The sensing height is the Sensing height

Sensing height
area between the line in- (Protective height) Sensing area
(Protective height)
dicated in the top part and
line indicated in the bottom
part.
Bottom
Sensing range
(Valid range)
<Example of correct installation>
Sensing area Protective structure

Dangerous part Dangerous part
Sensing area
<Example of incorrect installation>
Sensing area Sensing area

Dangerous part Dangerous part

Protection Area
2-3-2 Safety Distance
WARNING
Ɣ Calculate the safety distance correctly, and always maintain the distance which is equal to or greater than the safety
distance, between the sensing area of this device and the dangerous parts of the machine. If the safety distance is
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gerous parts, which can result in death or serious injury.
Ɣ Before designing the system, refer to the relevant standards of the region where this device is to be used, and then in-
stall this device. Furthermore, the equation described in the next pages is to be used only in case the intrusion direction
is perpendicular to the sensing area. In case the intrusion direction is not perpendicular to the sensing area, be sure to
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Ɣ The max. response time of the machine is from the point that the machine receives the halt signal from this device
to the point that the dangerous parts of the machine stops. The max. response time of the machine should be timed
with the machine to be actually used.
The safety distance is the minimum distance that must be maintained between the device and the dangerous parts
of the machine so that the machine can be stopped before a human body or an object can reach the dangerous
parts.
The safety distance is calculated based on the equation described in the next page when a person moves perpen-
dicular (normal intrusion) to the sensing area of the device.
Safety distance S
Sensing area
Dangerous part
Intrusion direction
[For use in Europe (EU) (as EN 999)] (Also applicable to ISO 13855)
(For intrusion direction perpendicular to the sensing area)
<In case that the minimum sensing object is ø40mm or less>
Ɣ Equation 1 S=KxT+C
S : Safety distance (mm)
Minimum required distance between the sensing area surface and the dangerous parts of the ma-
chine
K : Intrusion velocity of operator’s body or object (mm/s)
Taken as 2,000 (mm/sec.) for calculation
T : Response time of total equipment (sec.)
T = Tm + TSF2C
Tm: Maximum halting time of machine (sec.)
TSF2C: Response time of this device (sec.)
C: : Additional distance calculated from the size of the minimum sensing object of the device (mm)
However, the value of C cannot be under 0.
C = 8 x (d - 14)
d: Minimum sensing object diameter (mm)
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For details, refer to “Calculation example 1 For use in Europe.”
Ɣ When this device is used in the ‘PSDI Mode’, an appropriate safety distance S must be calculated.
For details, be sure to refer to the standards or regulations applicable in each region or country.

Protection Area
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Ɣ Calculation example 1 for use in Europe
(OFF response time: 20ms or less, minimum sensing object diameter: 25mm)
First, calculate with K = 2,000.

S=KxT+C
= K x (Tm + TSF2C) + 8 x (d - 14)
= 2,000 x (Tm + 0.020) + 8 x (25 - 14)
= 2,000 x Tm + 2,000 x 0.020 + 8 x 11
= 2,000 x Tm + 40 + 88
= 2,000 x Tm + 128
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Safety distance S is taken as 2,000 x Tm + 128 (mm)
2) In case S > 500 (mm)
S = K x (Tm + TSF2C) + 8 x (d - 14)
= 1,600 x (Tm + 0.020) + 8 x (25 - 14)
= 1,600 x Tm + 1,600 x 0.020 + 8 x 11
= 1,600 x Tm + 32 + 88
= 1,600 x Tm + 120
then, calculate again.
If the result is:

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Safety distance S is taken as 500 (mm)
4) 5) In case S > 500 (mm)
Safety distance S is taken as 1,600 x Tm + 120 (mm)
In case this device is installed in a system with a maximum halting time 0.1 (sec.)
S = 2,000 × Tm + 128
= 2,000 × 0.1 + 128
= 328
Since this value matches with Case 1) above, S is 328 (mm).
S = 2,000 × Tm + 128
= 2,000 × 0.4 + 128
= 928
Since this value matches with the case 2) above,
S = 1,600 × Tm + 120
= 1,600 × 0.4 + 120
= 760
Since this value matches with Case 4) above, S is 760 (mm)

Protection Area
[For use in the United States of America (as per ANSI/RIA 15.06)]
Ɣ Equation 2 DS = K x (TS + TC + TSF2C + Tbm) + Dpf
DS : Safety distance (mm)
Minimum required distance between the sensing area surface and the dangerous parts of the ma-
chine
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factors including physical ability of operators.
TS : Halting time calculated from the operation time of the control element (air valve, etc.) (sec.)
TC : Maximum response time of the control circuit required for functioning the brake (sec.)
TSF2C: Response time of this device (sec.)
Tbm : Additional halting time tolerance for the brake monitor (sec.)
The following equation holds when the machine is equipped with a brake monitor.
Tbm = Ta - (TS + TC)
Ta: Setting time of brake monitor (sec.)
When the machine is not equipped with a brake monitor, it is recommended that 20% or more of
(TS + TC) is taken as additional halting time.
Dpf : Additional distance calculated from the size of the minimum sensing object of the device (mm)
Dpf = 61.2mm
Dpf = 3.4 x (d - 0.276) (inch)
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= 63 x (Ta + 0.020) + 3.4 x (d - 0.276) (inch)
= 63 x (Ta + 0.020) + 3.4 x (0.985 - 0.276)
= 63 x Ta + 63 x 0.020 + 3.4 x 0.709
= 63 x Ta + 1.26 + 2.4106
= 63 x Ta + 3.6706
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DS = 63 x Ta + 3.68
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Refer to the relevant standard for the details.

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Protection Area
2-3-4 Device Placement

This is the placement method by which two or more sets of emitters and receivers are placed face to face. It is
used for system evaluation in case of addition of equipment.
Perform an operation test by referring to “2-6-2 Operation Test.”
WARNING
Ɣ Refer to the examples of device placement given below and understand them thoroughly before installing the devices.
Improper sensor placement could cause device malfunction, which can result in death or serious injury.
Ɣ If this device is used in multiple sets, arrange them to avoid mutual interference.
If mutual interference occurs, it can result in death or serious injury.
<Example of device placement>
1) Install the emitter and the receiver back to back 2) Arrange the emitter and the receiver vertically on opposite
sides.
Receiver Emitter Emitter Receiver Emitter Receiver
Receiver Emitter
3) Arrange the emitter and the receiver horizontally on opposite 4) Install a barrier
sides.
Receiver
Emitter Receiver Emitter Receiver Emitter
Barrier
Emitter
Receiver
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WARNING
Position the emitter and receiver so that their cables are aligned. Failure to do so will cause the system to malfunction.
Cable
Cable Cable Cable

Mounting
2-4 Mounting
2-4-1 Mounting of the Mounting Bracket
CAUTION
Ɣ Do not apply the load such as forced bending to the cable of this device. Applying improper load could cause the wire breakage.
Ɣ The minimum bending radius of the cable is R5mm. Mount the device considering the cable bending radius.
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device is ±5° or less for a sensing distance of 3m or more.
Ɣ Unless otherwise specified, the following mounting procedure is common for both emitter and receiver. For the
preparation of the mounting, prepare the mounting holes on the mounting surface by referring to “6-3 Dimensions .”
<In case of using standard mounting bracket (MS-SFC-1) (accessory)>

Ɣ Direction of the standard mounting bracket MS-SFC-1 which is attached to this device can be changed depend-
ing on the mounting position of the device.
Step 1. Remove the M3 countersunk head screw [with anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)] which is attached to the back of the device.
Step 2. Decide the direction of the standard mounting bracket.
Step 3. Tighten with the M3 countersunk head screw [with anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)]. The tightening
torque should be 0.3 N•m or less.
Mountable in three directions
Standard mounting bracket This device
M3 countersunk head screw

[With anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)]
Ɣ Set the standard mounting bracket that is ready for setting to the mounting surface using two hexagon-socket
head bolts [M5 (please arrange separately)].
Hexagon-socket head bolt
[M5 (please arrange separately)]
This device
Note: The case of the product is made of resin so the longitudinal dimension is subject to expansion and contraction. When drilling
mounting holes, check the drilling locations by positioning the actual product at the installation location.

Mounting
<In case of using multifunctional mounting bracket (MS-SFC-3) (optional)>

Step 1 Removing the M3 countersunk head screw [with anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)] which is attached to
the back of the device. And remove the standard mounting bracket MS-SFC-1 (accessory)

[With anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)] This device
Step 2 Tighten with the M3 countersunk head screw [with anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)]. The tightening
Multifunctional mounting bracket
MS-SFC-3 (Intermediate supporting bracket)

(Accessory of multifunctional mounting bracket)
Step 3 Set the multifunctional mounting bracket on the mounting surface using either two hexagon head bolts [M6
(purchase separately)] or four hexagon head bolts [M4 (purchase separately)].
Hexagon head bolt
Hexagon head bolt [M4 (please arrange separately)]
[M6 (please arrange separately)]
This device This device
Note: 6)&+Ƒ and 6)&+Ƒ require multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket MS-SFC-4 (optional).
Refer to <In case using multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket MS-SFC-4 (Optional)> for the mounting method.

Mounting
<In case of using multifunctional mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional) as dead space less mounting bracket>
Step 1 Removing the M3 countersunk head screw [with anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)] which is attached to
the back of the device. And remove the standard mounting bracket MS-SFC-1 (accessory)

[With anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)] This device
Step 2 Tighten with the M3 countersunk head screw [with anti-loosening agent (length 4mm)]. The tightening
Multifunctional mounting bracket

(Accessory of multifunctional mounting bracket)
Step 3 Remove two of hexagon-socket head bolts for beam-axis alignment M3 (length 5mm)].
Hexagon-socket bolt for beam-axis alignment

[M3 (length: 5mm)]
Step 4 Change direction of the part A of multifunctional mounting bracket. And tighten the two of hexagon-socket
head bolts for beam-axis alignment M3 (length 5mm)]. The tightening torque should be 2 N•m or less.
Part A

Mounting
Step 5 Set the multifunctional mounting bracket on the mounting surface using either two hexagon head bolts [M6
(purchase separately)] or four hexagon head bolts [M4 (purchase separately)].
Hexagon head bolt Hexagon head bolt

[M6 (please arrange separately)] [M4 (please arrange separately)]
Note: 6)&+Ƒ and 6)&+Ƒ require multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket MS-SFC-4 (optional).
Refer to <In case using multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket MS-SFC-4 (Optional)> for the mounting method.

Mounting
<In case of using standard mounting bracket (MS-SFC-4) (optional)>

Step 1 Be sure mounting bracket is not mounted on this device. And set in the multifunctional intermediate sup-
porting bracket MS-SFC-4 (optional) from top or end of this device.
Multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket

This device
Step 2 Set the multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket on the mounting surface using a hexagon head bolt
[M6 (purchase separately)] or a hexagon-socket head bolt [M6 (purchase separately)].
Hexagon-socket
head bolt
M6 (please ar-
Hexagon head bolt
range separately)
M6 (please ar-
range separately)
Note: Refer to <In case of using multifunctional mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional)> or <In case of using multifunctional
mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional) as dead space less mounting bracket> for details of the mounting method of the mul-
tifunctional mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional).
CAUTION
Use the multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket MS-SFC-4 (optional) in combination with the multifunctional
mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional). It cannot be mounted in combination the standard mounting bracket MS-
SFC-1 (accessory).

Mounting
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Protective bracket
066)&+Ƒ (Optional)
Standard mounting bracket

This device
Step 2 Position mounting holes of protective metal Case and standard mounting bracket. And, tighten with two
hexagon-socket head bolts [M5 (purchase separately)] on the mounting surface.
Standard mounting bracket
Hexagon-socket head bolt
[M5 (please arrange separately)] Protective bracket
066)&+Ƒ (Optional)
CAUTION
Ɣ Use the protective metal case 066)&+Ƒ (optional) in combination with the standard mounting bracket MS-SFC-1
(accessory). It cannot be mounted in combination with the multifunctional mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional).
Ɣ When mounting the protective metal case 066)&+Ƒ (optional) to this device, make sure the state that the stan-
dard mounting bracket MS-SFC-1 (accessory) is mounted in center of this device. When the standard mounting
bracket MS-SFC-1 (accessory) is mounted as the dead space less mounting, the protective metal case 066)&+Ƒ
(optional) can not be mounted to this device.

Wiring
2-5 Wiring
WARNING
Ɣ Earth the machine or the support where the device is mounted on to frame ground (F.G.). Failure to do so could
cause the malfunction of the device by noise, resulting in death or serious injury. Furthermore, the wiring should be
done in a metal box connected to the frame ground (F.G.).
Ɣ Take countermeasure against the system to be applied for this device so as not to carry out the dangerous perfor-
mance caused by the earth failure.
Failure to do so could cause invalid for the system stop, resulting in death or serious injury.
Ɣ In order that the output is not turned ON due to earth fault of control output (OSSD), be sure to ground to 0V side
(PNP output) / +V side (NPN output).
CAUTION
Make sure to insulate the ends of the unused lead wires.
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Use a safety relay unit or an equivalent control circuit in safety for FSD.
2-5-1 Power Supply Unit
CAUTION
Wire correctly using a power supply unit which conforms to the laws and standards of the region where this device is
to be used.
If the power supply unit is non-conforming or the wiring is improper, it can cause damage or malfunction of this device.
<Reference>
A specialist who has the required electrical knowledge should perform the wiring.
The power supply unit must satisfy the conditions given below.
1) Power supply unit authorized in the region where this device is to be used.
2) Power supply unit SELV (safety extra low voltage) / PELV (protected extra low voltage) conforming to EMC
Directive and Low-voltage Directive (only for requiring CE marking conformation).
3) The power supply unit must be a SELV (safety extra low voltage) / PELV (protected extra low voltage) unit
that conforms to the EMC Regulations and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations. (When UKCA mark-
ing is required.)
4) The frame ground (F.G.) terminal must be connected to ground when using a commercially available switch-
ing regulator.
5) Power supply unit with an output holding time of 20ms or more.
6) In case a surge is generated, take countermeasures such as connecting a surge absorber to the origin of
the surge.
7) Power supply unit corresponding to CLASS 2 (only for requiring C7h9US Mark conformation).

Wiring
2-5-2 I/O Circuit Diagrams

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Emitter
(Brown) +V

(Green) Interference prevention output *S1
N
Main circuit
(Pink) Test input *S1

+ 24V DC
N
ȝ) - ±20%
N (Orange) Large multi-purpose indicator input

N
ȝ)
(Blue) 0V
Receiver
(Brown) +V
N *S2
(Gray) Frequency setting input
N
Main circuit
(White) Lockout output (SSD)
N Load
(Black) Control output (OSSD)
K1
(Blue) 0V
*Switch
Switch: S1
Ɣ Test input, Large multi-purpose indicator input
ON: Vs – 2.5V to Vs
OFF: Open
Ɣ Frequency setting input
Frequency 1 setting: Open
Frequency 2 setting: +V
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K1: External device (Forced guided relay or magnetic contactor)
Notes: 1) The orange indicator lights up when the input wire for the large multi-purpose indicator (orange) is connected to the +V termi-
nal, and turns OFF when it is disconnected.
2) Vs is the applying supply voltage.

Wiring
Emitter
(Brown) +V

(Green) Interference prevention output
N
Main circuit
(Pink) Test input

+ 24V DC
N
ȝ) - ±20%
*S1
N (Orange) Large multi-purpose indicator input
N *S1
ȝ)
(Blue) 0V
Receiver
(Brown) +V
N *S2
Load
N
Main circuit
(White) Lockout output (SSD) K1
N (Black) Control output (OSSD)
(Blue) 0V
*Switch
Switch: S1
Ɣ Test input, Large multi-purpose indicator input
ON: 0 to +2.5V
OFF: Open
Ɣ Frequency setting input
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Note: The orange indicator lights up when the input wire for the large multi-purpose indicator (orange) is connected to the 0V terminal,
and turns OFF when it is disconnected.

Wiring
2-5-3 Basic Wiring

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(OSSD) turns OFF if the light is blocked, while it turns ON if received the light.
Receiver Emitter
(Pink) Test input

Gray cable
(Orange) Large multi-purpose indicator input
(Brown) +V
+ 24V DC
(Blue) 0V
- ±20%
(Brown) +V
Gray cable
(with black line)
Load
(Blue) 0V K1
Receiver Emitter
(Pink) Test input

Gray cable
(Brown) +V
+ 24V DC
(Blue) 0V
- ±20%
(Brown) +V
Gray cable Load
(with black line) K1
(Blue) 0V

Wiring
2-5-4 Wiring for Test Input Function / Large Multi-purpose Indicator Function /
Interference Prevention Function
Frequency 1 light curtain
Receiver Emitter
(Brown) +V
*S1
(Pink) Test input
Gray cable + 24V DC
(Orange) Large multi-purpose indicator input - ±20%
(Blue) 0V *S1
(Brown) +V
Gray cable
(with black line)
Load
(Blue) 0V K1
Receiver Emitter
(Pink) Test input

Gray cable
(Brown) +V
*S1
(Blue) 0V
(Brown) +V
Gray cable
(with black line)

Load
(Blue) 0V K1
*S1
ON: Vs – 2.5V to Vs
OFF: Open
Frequency setting input

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Notes: 1) The orange indicator lights up when the input wire for the large multi-purpose indicator (orange) is connected to the +V termi-
nal, and turns OFF when it is disconnected.
2) Vs is the applying supply voltage.

Wiring
Receiver Emitter
(Brown) +V
*S1
(Pink) Test input
Gray cable + 24V DC
(Orange) Large multi-purpose indicator input - ±20%
(Blue) 0V *S1
(Brown) +V
Gray cable Load
(Blue) 0V
Receiver Emitter
(Pink) Test input

Gray cable
(Brown) +V
*S1
(Blue) 0V
(Brown) +V
Gray cable Load
(Blue) 0V
*S1
ON: 0 to +2.5V
OFF: Open
Frequency setting input

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Note: The orange indicator lights up when the input wire for the large multi-purpose indicator (orange) is connected to the 0V terminal,
and turns OFF when it is disconnected.

Adjustment
2-6 Adjustment
2-6-1 Beam-axis alignment
Step 1 Turn ON the power supply unit of this device.
Step 2 Check that the digital error indicator (red) and the fault indicator (yellow) of the emitter and the receiver are
OFF respectively.
Ɣ If the digital error indicator (red) or the fault indicator (yellow) lights up or blinks, refer to “Chapter 5
Troubleshooting” and report the symptoms to the maintenance in charge.
[In case of using the standard mounting bracket MS-SFC-1 (accessory)]
Step 3 Loosen the hexagon-socket head bolts [M5 (purchase separately)] which holds the standard mounting
bracket MS-SFC-1.
Step 4 Adjust the position of the receiver by moving it horizontally until light is received.
Step 5 Similar to the step 4, perform the beam-axis alignment for the receiver.
Step 6 Tighten the standard mounting bracket MS-SFC-1 by the hexagon-socket head bolt [M5 (purchase separately)].
Step 7 Check the operation indicator (green) on the emitter and the OSSD indicator (green) on the receiver are
both lit.
Emitter
Receiver
[In case of using the multifunctional mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional) and the multifunctional inter-
mediate supporting bracket MS-SFC-4 (optional)]
Step 3 Loosen the four hexagon-socket bolts for beam-axis alignment [M3 (length: 5 mm)] on the multifunctional
mounting bracket MS-SFC-3.
Step 4 If the multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket MS-SFC-4 has been mounted, loosen one of the
hexagon-socket bolts for beam-axis alignment [M3 (length: 5 mm)] on the multifunctional intermediate sup-
porting bracket.
Multifunctional mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional)
for hexagon-socket head bolt for beam-axis adjustment
[M3 (length: 5mm)]
Multifunctional intermediate supporting mounting brack-

et MS-SFC-4 (optional) for hexagon-socket head bolt
for beam-axis adjustment
[M3 (length: 5mm)]
Multifunctional mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional)

for hexagon-socket head bolt for beam-axis adjustment
[M3 (length: 5mm)]

Adjustment
Step 5 Rotate the emitter and the receiver to adjust their positions.
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Step 6 After the adjustment, tighten the hexagon-socket head bolt for beam-axis alignment of the standard mount-
ing bracket. The tightening torque should be 2 N·m or less.
Step 7 Tighten the hexagon-socket head bolt of the multifunctional intermediate supporting brackets [M3 (length: 5mm)].
Step 8 Check the operation indicator (green) on the emitter and the OSSD indicator (green) on the receiver are both lit.
CAUTION
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ening torque of the bolts.
2-6-2 Operation Test

Step 1 Turn ON the power supply unit of this device.
Step 2 Check that the fault indicator (yellow) of the emitter and the receiver are OFF respectively.
Ɣ If the fault indicator (yellow) lights up or blinks, refer to “Chapter 5 Troubleshooting” and report the
symptoms to the maintenance in charge.
Step 3 Move the test rod (ø25mm) up and down 1,600 mm/sec. or less at three positions, just in front of the emit-
ter (A), between the emitter and receiver (B) and just in front of the receiver (C).
(C)
Receiver
Test rod
(B)
(A)
Emitter
Step 4 During Step 3 above, check that the control output (OSSD) is in OFF state, and both the OSSD indicator
(red) of the receiver light up as long as the test rod is present within the sensing area.
Ɣ If the behavior of the control output (OSSD) and the turning ON / OFF of the emitter / receiver indicators
do not correspond to the movement of the test rod, refer to “Chapter 5 Troubleshooting” and report
the symptoms to the maintenance in charge.
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tive object or extraneous light source near this device or not.

Adjustment
2-6-3 Operation
1) Normal Operation
The status of the emitter / receiver indicators during normal operation is as described below.
: Lights up in red, : Lights up in green, : Turns OFF

Indicators Control output Lockout output
State of this device
Emitter Receiver (OSSD) (SSD)
Before power is ON OFF OFF
After power is ON
Light received status ON ON
(all beams received)
After power is ON
Light blocked status
OFF ON
One or more beams
blocked
ON
Power supply
OFF
Light 2 sec. or less
Light received received
Timing chart
status Light
blocked 20ms or less 80 to 100ms
ON 80 to 100ms
Control output
(OSSD)
OFF
2) When using test input function

This device incorporates the test input function. Using this function, it is possible to simulate the light blocked status.
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When the test input / reset input is kept short-circuit, the test input function will be valid and the receiver will be OFF with
the emitting light is received.
: Lights up in red, : Lights up in green, : Turns OFF

Setting procedure and check Indicators Control output Lockout output
items Emitter Receiver (OSSD) (SSD)
Receiver’s control out-

1 put (OSSD) is ON ON ON
(Normal operation)
Short-circuit the test

input / reset input
Receiver’s control out-
2 OFF ON
put (OSSD) is OFF
(Test input valid)
(Normal operation)
Open the test input /
reset input
3 Receiver’s control out- ON ON
put (OSSD) is ON
(Normal operation)

Adjustment
3) When an error occurs

If an error is detected in this device, it will enter a lockout state.
Ɣ If an error is detected in the emitter, the emitter and the receiver will enter a lockout state, and control output
(OSSD) and lockout output (SSD) will turn OFF. Also, the fault indicator (yellow) on the emitter will light up or
blink, and the fault indicator (yellow) and the unstable light reception indicator (orange) blink alternately.
Ɣ If an error is detected in the receiver, the receiver will enter a lockout state, and control output (OSSD) and lock-
out output (SSD) will turn OFF. Also, the fault indicator (yellow) on the receiver will light up or blink.
: Blinks in yellow, : Blinks in orange, : Lights up in red, : Lights up in green, : Turns OFF
Setting procedure and check Indicators Control output Lockout output

items Emitter Receiver (OSSD) (SSD)
Normal state ON ON
Emitter
OFF OFF
abnormal
Blink alternately
Error state
Receiver
OFF OFF
abnormal
Since this device will not return to normal operation automatically after the removal of the source of error, it is nec-
essary to turn the power OFF and ON again.
(Source of error): The control output (OSSD) short-circuit, extraneous light detection, sensor failure, etc.
“Chapter 5 Troubleshooting” and remove the source of error.

Chapter 3 Functions
3-1 Self-diagnosis Function

This device incorporates the self-diagnosis function.
Self-diagnosis is performed when the power is turned ON or after the status of test input changes from OFF to ON.
If an error is detected, the device will immediately enter a lockout state, and control output (OSSD) and lockout
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Eliminate the cause of the error by referring to “Chapter 5 Troubleshooting.”
WARNING
Ɣ To maintain safety, inspect the light block state of this device at least once a day.
Ɣ Failure to perform self-diagnosis will delay the detection of unexpected errors and increase danger, possibly causing
this device to malfunction and resulting in serious injury or death.
3-2 Test Input Function

This function enables checking of the device operation by forcibly turning ON / OFF the control output (OSSD) of
the receiver with the emitting light is received.
Control output (OSSD) can be turned ON or OFF by connecting or disconnecting the test input wire (pink).
Test input wire (pink) Test input Control output (OSSD) status Lockout output (SSD) status
Open Invalid ON ON
PNP output type: Connect to +V
Valid OFF ON
NPN output type: Connect to 0V
When the test input is valid, the control output (OSSD) becomes OFF.
By using this function, malfunction due to extraneous noise or abnormality in the control output (OSSD) can be de-
termined even from the equipment side.
Disconnecting the test input wire (pink) returns the device to normal operation mode.
<Timing chart>
Short-circuit
(ON)
Test input Open
(OFF)
60ms or less 150ms or less
ON
Control output
(OSSD)
OFF
WARNING
Do not use the auxiliary output for the purpose of stopping the machine in which the SF2C series is installed.
Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
<Reference>
Enabling test input when using the interference prevention function will cause the control output (OSSD) of all con-
nected sensors to turn OFF.

Functions
3-3 Lockout Function

3-3-1 Lockout Output (SSD)
Lockout output (SSD) turns ON during normal operation and OFF during lockout operation.
<Timing chart>
ON
Power supply
OFF
Light
Light received received
status Light
blocked
80ms or less
Normal
Operation
Emitter / receiver
Lockout
20ms or less
ON
Lockout output
(SSD) OFF
Note: If light from the emitter enters the receiver while the emitter is locked out, lockout information will be communicated to the receiver,
causing lockout output (SSD) to turn OFF.
3-3-2 Lockout Release Function

This function returns this device from the lockout status to the normal operation status.
If the test input function (described in “3-2 Test Input Function”) is used when this device is in the status where
all the beam channels are receiving light, and any errors have been eliminated from this device, the device will re-
turn to its normal operation.
<Reference>
It is also possible to return from the lockout status by turning OFF and then ON the power to this device.
<Timing chart>
Short-circuit
(ON)
Test input 150ms to 4s
Open
(OFF)
Operation
Operation
Lockout
3-4 Interference Prevention Function

Connecting the interference prevention output wire (green) for the light curtain 1 emitter with the test input wire
(pink) for the light curtain 2 emitter, leaving the frequency setting input wire (gray) for the light curtain 1 receiver
open, and connecting the frequency setting input wire (gray) for the light curtain 2 receiver to +V will cause the in-
terference prevention function to be enabled.
Refer to “2-5-4 Wiring for Test Input Function / Large Multi-purpose Indicator Function / Interference Pre-
vention Function” for details of the connecting method.

Functions
3-5 Large Multi-purpose Indicator Function

The selection of lights up / turns OFF is available by wiring the large multi-purpose indicator input wire (orange).
Large multi-purpose indicator input 1 wire (orange) Operation of the large multi-purpose indicator
PNP output type: Connect to +V
Lights up in orange
NPN output type: Connect to 0V
Open Turns OFF
<Timing chart>
Light received
Light received status
Light blocked
ON
Large multi-purpose indicator
input
OFF
40ms or less 40ms or less 40ms or less 40ms or less
Lights up
Large multi -purpose indicator
Emitter
Turns OFF
40ms or less 40ms or less
Lights up
Large multi -purpose indicator
Receiver
Turns OFF
Note: When light from the emitter enters the receiver, the receiver’s large multi-purpose indicators will turn ON.

Chapter 4 Maintenance
<Reference>
When any errors are found, refer to “Chapter 5 Troubleshooting” and report the symptoms to the maintenance in
charge.
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4-1 Daily Inspection
WARNING
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out inspection or in an error condition can result in death or serious injury.
Check list (Daily inspection)

Check
Inspection item
column
Ƒ Dangerous parts of the machine cannot be reached without passing through the sensing area of this device.
Ƒ Some part of operator’s body remains in the sensing area when operation is done with dangerous parts of the machine.
Ƒ The calculated safety distance has been maintained or exceeded during installation.
Ƒ There is no damage to the safety guard or protective structure.
Ƒ There is no defect, fold, or damage in the wiring.
Ƒ The corresponding connectors have been connected securely.
Ƒ No dirt or scratches exist on the light emitting surface.
Ƒ The test rod is not deformed or defective.
The operation indicator (green) of the emitter and the OSSD indicator (green) of the receiver light up when no object is
present in the sensing area.
Ƒ
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Move the test rod (ø25mm) up and down 1,600 mm/sec. or less at three positions, just in front of the emitter (A), be-
tween the emitter and receiver (B) and just in front of the receiver (C).
The OSSD indicator (red) of the receiver and the operation indicator (red) of the emitter continue to light up as long as
the test rod is present in the sensing area from (A) to (C).
(C)
Receiver
Test rod
(B)
(A)
Ƒ
Emitter
With the machine in the operating condition, the dangerous parts operate normally when no object is present in the sens-
Ƒ
ing area.
With the machine in the operating condition, the dangerous parts stop immediately when the test rod (ø25mm) is insert-
Ƒ ed into the sensing area at any of the three positions, directly in front of the emitter (A), midway between the emitter and
the receiver (B), and directly in front of the receiver (C).
Ƒ The dangerous parts remain stopped as long as the test rod is present in the sensing area.
Ƒ The dangerous parts stop immediately when the power supply of this device is turned OFF.
The control output (OSSD) must turn OFF when the test input wire (pink) is open (PNP output type: connected to +V,
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fects the operation, remove its cause and reinspect.

Maintenance
4-2 Periodic Inspection (Every Six Months)
WARNING
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out inspection or in an error condition can result in death or serious injury.
Check list (Periodic inspection)

Check
Inspection item
column
Ƒ The structure of the machine does not obstruct any safety mechanism for stopping operation.
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Ƒ The output of this device is correctly detected.
Ƒ The wiring from this device is correct.
Ƒ The overall response time of the complete machine is equal or less than the calculated value.
The actual number of operation cycle (time) of the limited lifetime parts (relay, etc.) is less than their rated operation
Ƒ
cycles (time).
Ƒ No screws or connectors of this device are loose.
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4-3 Inspection after Maintenance

Under the following situations, perform all the inspection items mentioned in “4-1 Daily Inspection” and “4-2 Peri-
odic Inspection (Every Six Months).”
1) When any parts of this device are replaced.
2) When some abnormality is felt during operation.
3) When beam-axis alignment of the emitter and receiver is done.
4) When the device installation place or environment is changed.
5) When the wiring method or wiring layout is changed.
6) When FSD (Final Switching Device) parts are replaced.
7) When FSD (Final Switching Device) setting is changed.

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
<Reference>
Ɣ Check the wiring.
Ɣ Check the power supply voltage and the power supply capacity.
5-1 Troubleshooting of Emitter

<All indicators are OFF>
Cause Remedy
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Power is not being supplied.
Connect the power supply correctly.
6XSSO\YROWDJHLVRXWRIWKHVSHFL¿HGUDQJH Set the supply voltage correctly.
<Fault indicator (yellow) lights or blinks>

After eliminating the cause of the error, either turn OFF and then ON the power or use the lockout release function
(as described in “3-3 Lockout Release Function”).
If there are no other errors, this device will operate normally.
Cause Remedy
Fault indicator (yellow) blinks
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8 times Check the wiring status, supply voltage, and power supply capacity.
supplied.
Supply voltage error
Check the noise status around this device.
Effect from noise / power
Check the wiring status, supply voltage, and power supply capacity.
Other than the above supply or failure of internal
Even if the error is not cleared, contact Panasonic Industrial Devices
circuit
SUNX.
<Test indicator (red) lights up>

Cause Remedy
The device is in the test input condition. Open the test input input wire (pink).
<No light is received even though the test indicator (red) lights up>
Cause Remedy
Test input wire is abnormal.
Test input wire is short-circuited or broken. Check the wiring of the test input wire (pink), and turn OFF and then
Test input wire and interference prevention output wire are ON the power.
short-circuited.
If the device does not work correctly after checking the items above, please consult us.
<Reference>
About counting blinks of the error indicator, count blinks from 2 seconds of no blinking.

Troubleshooting
5-2 Troubleshooting of Receiver

<All indicators are OFF>
Cause Remedy
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Power is not being supplied.
Connect the power supply correctly.
6XSSO\YROWDJHLVRXWRIWKHVSHFL¿HGUDQJH Set the supply voltage correctly.
<Fault indicator (yellow) and unstable light reception indicator (orange) blink alternately>
Cause Remedy
The emitter is in a lockout state. Check the fault indicator (yellow) on the emitter.
<Fault indicator (yellow) lights or blinks>

After eliminating the cause of the error, either turn OFF and then ON the power or use the lockout release function
(as described in “3-3 Lockout Release Function”).
If there are no other errors, this device will operate normally.
Cause Remedy
Lockout output (SSD) wire
(white) is short-circuited.
Muting lamp output short- Wire the lockout output (SSD) wire (white) correctly.
Refer to “2-5 Wiring.”
Fault indicator (yellow) blinks 2 times circuits with other I/O wires.
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Lockout output (SSD) error Excessive incoming current (white).
flows in the lockout output Refer to “6-1 Wiring.”
(SSD) wire (white).
Output circuit error
Fault indicator (yellow) blinks 4 times Extraneous light is entering or When the power is ON, prevent any extraneous light from entering the receiver.
Extraneous light error light from other model is entering. If the extraneous light is coming from other model, conduct “2-3-4 Device Placement.”
Control output (OSSD) wire
(black) is short-circuited.
Control output (OSSD) wire
Wire the control output (OSSD) wire (black) correctly.
Fault indicator (yellow) blinks (black) or Lockout output
(SSD) wire (white) is wired or Refer to “2-5 Wiring.”
5 or 9 times
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Control output (OSSD) data is wired with other I/O wires.
(black).
error Excessive incoming current Refer to “6-1 Wiring.”
flows in the control output
(OSSD) wire (black).
Output circuit error
Fault indicator (yellow) blinks 8 times 6SHFL¿HGYROWDJHLVQRWEHLQJ
Check the wiring status, supply voltage, and power supply capacity.
Supply voltage error supplied.
Check the noise status around this device.
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Other than the above Check the wiring status, supply voltage, and power supply capacity.
ply or failure of internal circuit
Even if the error is not cleared, contact Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX.
<Frequency setting indicator (orange) lights up>

Cause Remedy
If the interference prevention function is not used, disconnect the fre-
Frequency setting input wire is abnormal. quency setting input wire (gray).
Frequency setting input wire and +V are short-circuited. Check the wiring of the frequency setting input wire (gray), and turn
OFF and then ON the power.
<OSSD indicator remains lit in red (light is not received)>

Cause Remedy
Align the beam channels. Refer to “2-6 Adjustment.”
The beam channels are not correctly aligned. Align the top / bottom direction of the beam channel between emitter
and receiver.
Check the frequency setting indicators (orange) on the emitter and the receiver.
Check the wiring of the test input wire (pink) on the emitter and the frequen-
cy setting input wire (gray) on the receiver to ensure the correct frequency.
The frequency setting is incorrect.
Refer to “2-5-4 Wiring for Test Input Function / Large Multi-purpose
Indicator Function / Interference Prevention Function.”
Check the wiring, and turn OFF and then ON the power.
If the device does not work correctly after checking the items above, please consult us.
<Reference>
About counting blinks of the error indicator, count blinks from 2 seconds of no blinking.

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Model No.
SF2C - H ƑƑ - Ƒ
<Output type>
P: PNP output type, N: NPN output type
<Number of beam channels>
Example: SF2C-H32-P
Number of beam channels: 32 channels
Output type: PNP output type
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Type 20mm pitch type
Model PNP output type SF2C-H8-P SF2C-H12-P SF2C-H16-P SF2C-H20-P
No. NPN output type SF2C-H8-N SF2C-H12-N SF2C-H16-N SF2C-H20-N
Number of beam
8 12 16 20
channels
Sensing height
160mm 240mm 320mm 400mm
(Protective height)
Large multi-
Emitter: 25mA or less Emitter: 35mA or less
purpose indi- Emitter: 30mA or less, Receiver: 30mA or less
Current Receiver: 25mA or less Receiver: 35mA or less
cator OFF
consump-
tion Large multi-
Emitter: 35mA or less Emitter: 35mA or less Emitter: 40mA or less Emitter: 40mA or less
purpose
Receiver: 30mA or less Receiver: 35mA or less Receiver: 35mA or less Receiver: 40mA or less
indicator ON
PNP output type 3.60 × 10-9 3.66 × 10-9 3.73 × 10-9 3.79 × 10-9
PFHd
NPN output type 3.74 × 10-9 3.80 × 10-9 3.86 × 10-9 3.93 × 10-9
MTTFd More than 100 years
Weight (total of emit-
Approx. 280g Approx. 340g Approx. 400g Approx. 460g
ter and receiver)
Type 20mm pitch type

Model PNP output type SF2C-H24-P SF2C-H28-P SF2C-H32-P
No. NPN output type SF2C-H24-N SF2C-H28-N SF2C-H32-N
Number of beam
24 28 32
channels
Sensing height
480mm 560mm 640mm
(Protective height)
Large multi-
purpose indi- Emitter: 35mA or less, Receiver: 35mA or less
Current cator OFF
consump-
tion Large multi-
Emitter: 45mA or less Emitter: 45mA or less Emitter: 50mA or less
purpose
Receiver: 40mA or less Receiver: 45mA or less Receiver: 45mA or less
indicator ON
PNP output type 3.85 × 10-9 3.92 × 10-9 3.98 × 10-9
PFHd
NPN output type 3.99 × 10-9 4.05 × 10-9 4.12 × 10-9
MTTFd More than 100 years
Weight (total of emit-
Approx. 520g Approx. 580g Approx. 640g
ter and receiver)
PFHd: Probability of dangerous failure per hour, MTTFd: Mean time to dangerous failure

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Type PNP output type NPN output type
Model No. SF2C-HƑ-P SF2C-HƑ-N
Sensing range (Valid range) 0.1 to 3m
Beam pitch 20mm
Detecting capability
ø25mm opaque object
(Min. sensing object)
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±5 degree or less [for sensing range at 3m (Required by IEC 61496-2, ANSI / UL 61496-2)]
angle (EAA)
Supply voltage 24V DC ±20% Ripple P-P 10% or less
• Maximum source current: 200mA • Maximum sink current: 200mA
• Applied voltage: same as supply voltage • Applied voltage: same as supply voltage
(between the control output and +V) (between the control output and -0V)
• Residual voltage: 2.5V or less • Residual voltage: 2.5V or less
Control output (source current 200mA, when using 10m length cable) (sink current 200mA, when using 10m length cable)
(OSSD) • Leakage current: 200μA or less • Leakage current: 200μA or less
(power supply OFF condition) (power supply OFF condition)
• Maximum load capacity: 2.2μF • Maximum load capacity: 2.2μF
(No load to maximum output current) (No load to maximum output current)
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Operation mode ON when all lights are received, OFF when one or more lights are interrupted
(Output operation) (OFF when fault occurs in the sensor or the synchronization signal error, too)
Protection circuit
Incorporated
(Short-circuit protection)
Response time OFF: 20ms or less, ON: 80 to 100ms
• Maximum source current: 60mA • Maximum sink current: 60mA
• Applied voltage: same as supply voltage • Applied voltage: same as supply voltage
(between the lockout output and +V) (between the lockout output and -0V)
• Residual voltage: 2.5V or less • Residual voltage: 2.5V or less
Lockout output (source current 60mA, when using 10m length cable) (sink current 60mA, when using 10m length cable)
(SSD) • Leakage current: 200μA or less • Leakage current: 200μA or less
(power supply OFF condition) (power supply OFF condition)
• Maximum load capacity: 2.2μF • Maximum load capacity: 2.2μF
(No load to maximum output current) (No load to maximum output current)
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Operation mode
ON during normal operation, OFF during lockout (Note 1)
(Output operation)
Protection circuit
Incorporated
(Short-circuit protection)
Protection IP65, IP67(IEC)
Degree of pollution 3
Ambient temperature -10 to +55°C (No dew condensation or icing allowed), Storage: -25 to 60°C
Ambient humidity 30 to 85% RH, Storage: 30 to 85% RH
Ambient illuminance ,QFDQGHVFHQWODPSƐ[RUOHVVDWWKHOLJKWUHFHLYLQJVXUIDFH
Operating altitude 2,000m or less (Note 3)
Voltage withstandability 1,000V AC for one minute between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Insulation resistance 0ȍRUPRUHZLWK9'&PHJJHUEHWZHHQDOOVXSSO\WHUPLQDOVFRQQHFWHGWRJHWKHUDQGHQFORVXUH
Vibration resistance 10 to 55Hz frequency, 0.75mm amplitude in X, Y, and Z directions for two hours each
Shock resistance 300m/s2 acceleration (30G approx.) in X, Y, and Z directions for three times each
SFF (Safe failure fraction) 99%
HFT
0
(Hardware failure tolerance)
Sub system type Type B (IEC 61508-2)
Mission time 20 years
Emitting element Infrared LED (Peak emission wavelength: 850nm)
Cable 0.16mm2 5-core heat-resistant PVC cable, 3m long
Cable extension Extension up to total 50m is possible for 0.3mm2 or more, cable
Enclosure: Polycarbonate alloy, Sensing surface cover: Polycarbonate
Material
MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): Stainless steel
Accessories MS-SFC-1 (Standard mounting bracket): 1 set, SF4C-TR25 (Test rod): 1 pc.
Notes: 1) If the emitter enters a lockout state, and light from the emitter enters the receiver, lockout information will be transmitted and
lockout output (SSD) will turn OFF.
2) Do not use or storage in environment of more than atmospheric pressure at sea level.

Options
6-2 Options
Ɣ Standard mounting bracket: 4 pcs./set Ɣ NA2-N compatible mounting bracket: 4 pc./set
Model No. Remarks Model No. Remarks

For two hexagon-socket head bolts [M5 This mounting bracket is for replacing the
MS-SFC-1
(please arrange separately)]. other Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX
area sensor NA2-N series.
MS-SFC-2
With two M4 screws (please arrange
separately) and one hexagon-socket head
bolt [M6 (please arrange separately)].
Ɣ Multifunctional mounting bracket: 4 pcs./set Ɣ Multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket:

2 pcs./set
Model No. Remarks Model No. Remarks

Can adjust light axis. Prevent spring when using multifunctional
Can be used as dead space less mounting bracket MS-SFC-3 (optional).
bracket. MS-SFC-4 When mounting multifunctional bracket
MS-SFC-3 For a hexagon-socket head bolts MS-SFC-3 (optional) to 6)&+Ƒ or
[M5 (please arrange separately)] or 6)&+Ƒ, you must use.
two hexagon-socket head bolts [M3
(please arrange separately)].
Ɣ Protective metal case: 2 pcs./set
Model No. Applicable model Remarks

MS-SFCH-8 SF2C-H8-P SF2C-H8-N
Protect this device from
shocks and vibrations.

Dimensions
6-3 Dimension
6-3-1 In Case Mounting on the Center with Standard Mounting Brackets
(Unit: mm)
13.2 13.2
30 (7.7) 30 (7.7)
10 t2 10 t2
5.4 5.4
Indicator 13 Indicator 13
part part
(10.5) (10.5)
(62.75) (62.75)
D C B A (88) (88) D C B A (88) (88)
Large multi Large multi Large multi Large multi

-purpose -purpose -purpose -purpose
Beam indicator indicator Beam indicator indicator
pitch pitch
20 20
ø3.7 Gray cable

16 10 ø3.7 Gray cable 16 10 (with black line)
<Emitter> <Receiver>
Model No. A B C D
SF2C-H8-P SF2C-H8-N 140 160 172 184
SF2C-H12-P SF2C-H12-N 220 240 252 264
SF2C-H16-P SF2C-H16-N 300 320 332 344
SF2C-H20-P SF2C-H20-N 380 400 412 424
SF2C-H24-P SF2C-H24-N 460 480 492 504
SF2C-H28-P SF2C-H28-N 540 560 572 584
SF2C-H32-P SF2C-H32-N 620 640 652 664

Dimensions
6-3-2 In Case Mounting with Standard Mounting Brackets without Dead Space
(Unit: mm)
13.2 13.2
30 (7.7) 30 (7.7)
21 t2 21 t2
12 12
Indicator Indicator
13 13
part part
(10.5) (10.5)
(62.75) (62.75)
E (88) A B (88) B A (88) E (88)
Large multi
-purpose Large multi Large multi Large multi
indicator -purpose -purpose -purpose
Beam indicator Beam indicator indicator
pitch pitch
20 20
ø3.7 Gray cable

10 ø3.7 Gray cable 10 (with black line)
Model No. A B E
SF2C-H8-P SF2C-H8-N 140 160 130
SF2C-H12-P SF2C-H12-N 220 240 210
SF2C-H16-P SF2C-H16-N 300 320 290
SF2C-H20-P SF2C-H20-N 380 400 370
SF2C-H24-P SF2C-H24-N 460 480 450
SF2C-H28-P SF2C-H28-N 540 560 530
SF2C-H32-P SF2C-H32-N 620 640 610

Dimensions
6-3-3 In Case Mounting with Multifunctional Mounting Bracket

(Unit: mm)
30 (7.5) 2 6.5 30 (7.5) 2 6.5
(15) (15)
13 13
Indicator Indicator
part Large multi part Large multi
(10.5) (10.5)
-purpose -purpose
indicator indicator
(62.75) (62.75)
(88) A B F G (88) (88) A B F G (88)
Large 6.5 Large 6.5

multi multi
-purpose -purpose
indicator 8 indicator 8
21 21
H H
Beam Beam
pitch pitch
20 6.5 20 6.5
(15) (15)
10 10
(7.5) (7.5) ø3.7 Gray cable
42 12.7 42 12.7
25.7 ø3.7 Gray cable 25.7 (with black line)
Model No. A B F G H
SF2C-H8-P SF2C-H8-N 140 160 175 190 -
SF2C-H12-P SF2C-H12-N 220 240 255 270 -
SF2C-H16-P SF2C-H16-N 300 320 335 350 -
SF2C-H20-P SF2C-H20-N 380 400 415 430 -
SF2C-H24-P SF2C-H24-N 460 480 495 510 -
SF2C-H28-P SF2C-H28-N 540 560 575 590 238 to 338
SF2C-H32-P SF2C-H32-N 620 640 655 670 278 to 378

Dimensions
6-3-4 In Case Mounting as Dead Space Mounting With Multifunctional Mounting bracket
(Unit: mm)
30 2 30 2
(22) (22)
6.5 6.5
13 13
Indicator Indicator
part Large multi part Large multi
(10.5) -purpose (10.5) -purpose
indicator indicator
(62.75) (62.75)
(88) (88)
(88) A B K (88) A B K
Large 6.5 Large 6.5

multi multi
-purpose -purpose
indicator 8 indicator 8
21 21
J J
Beam Beam
pitch pitch
6.5 6.5
20 20
(22) (22)
10 10
42 42
12.7 12.7 ø3.7 Gray cable
25.7 ø3.7 Gray cable 25.7 (with black line)
Model No. A B J K
SF2C-H8-P SF2C-H8-N 140 160 - 116
SF2C-H12-P SF2C-H12-N 220 240 - 196
SF2C-H16-P SF2C-H16-N 300 320 - 276
SF2C-H20-P SF2C-H20-N 380 400 - 356
SF2C-H24-P SF2C-H24-N 460 480 - 436
SF2C-H28-P SF2C-H28-N 540 560 209 to 309 516
SF2C-H32-P SF2C-H32-N 620 640 249 to 349 596

Dimensions
6-3-5 In Case Mounting with Protective Metal Case

(Unit: mm)
36.2 19.6 36.2 19.6
10 9 10 9
ø5.4
Indicator Large Indicator Large

part multi part multi
(10.5) (10.5)
-purpose -purpose
indicator indicator
(62.75) (62.75)
(88) A C L (88) (88) A C L (88)
Large Large
multi multi
-purpose -purpose
indicator indicator
Beam Beam
pitch pitch
ø5.4
20 20
10 9 10 9 ø3.7 Gray cable

ø3.7 Gray cable (with black line)
Model No. A C L
SF2C-H8-P SF2C-H8-N 140 172 190
SF2C-H12-P SF2C-H12-N 220 252 270
SF2C-H16-P SF2C-H16-N 300 332 350
SF2C-H20-P SF2C-H20-N 380 412 430
SF2C-H24-P SF2C-H24-N 460 492 510
SF2C-H28-P SF2C-H28-N 540 572 590
SF2C-H32-P SF2C-H32-N 620 652 670

Dimensions
6-3-6 Mounting Bracket

(Unit: mm)
1) Standard mounting bracket / MS-SFC-1
30
t2
10
6
11.8 5.4
21 34
ø6.9 ø3.5
Material: Stainless steel
2) NA2-N compatible mounting bracket / MS-SFC-2

30
t2 18 ø4.5
ø4.5 2
5 7.5
14.8 6.5
22.5 37
ø6.9 ø3.5
3) Multifunctional mounting bracket / MS-SFC-3
14.5
30
18 ø4.5
ø4.5 2 t 1.5
5 7.5
6.5 (13)
21.5
(6)
37
22.5
(3)
ø6.9 ø3.5 t2

Dimensions
4) Multifunctional mounting bracket / MS-SFC-3 (in case dead space less mounting)
14.5
ø6.9
(3) (3)
ø3.5
(6)
7 23
(13) 6.5
5 t2
ø4.5 t 1.5
2 ø4.5
18
30
5) Multifunctional intermediate supporting bracket / MS-SFC-4

43.5
27
(31)
10.5
(13.6)
27.3
9.7
t2
8 6
10
6.5 6.5 20
25
27
(3)
37

Dimensions
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A
B
C
D
E
5 ø6.4
ø6.4
18 10 26 18 36.2 2.3
ø5.4 5 ø5.4
43.5 43.5 4×ø4.8
3
26 96 35
90
8
19.6
Model No. A B C D E
MS-SFCH-12 270 260 255 252 242
MS-SFCH-16 350 340 335 332 322
MS-SFCH-20 430 420 415 412 402
MS-SFCH-24 510 500 495 492 482
MS-SFCH-28 590 580 575 572 562
MS-SFCH-32 670 660 655 652 642
Material: Aluminum
Protective metal case / MS-SFCH-8
190
180
175
172
162
5 ø6.4
ø6.4
18 10 26 18 36.2 2.3
ø5.4 5 ø5.4
43.5 43.5 4×ø4.8
3
26 96 26
90
8
19.6
Material: Aluminum

Chapter 7 Others
7-1 Glossary
This directive and regulations is for an assembly of linked parts or components, ener-
Machinery Directive / gized by an electricity, compressed air or oil pressure, etc. and at least one of which
Machinery Regulations PRYHVDQGDFRPSRQHQWZKLFKIXO¿OOVDVDIHW\IXQFWLRQDQGLVUHOHDVHGLQWRWKHPDU-
ket by itself.
The directives and regulations is to any electric or electronic devices which will create
EMC Directive /
more than a limited amount of RF interference, or will withstand a certain amount of
EMC Regulations
(OHFWUR0DJQHWLF¿HOGVZKLOHRSHUDWLQJDVLQWHQGHGZLWKLQVSHFL¿FDWLRQV
The standards that pertain to machine safety, especially electro-sensitive protective
equipment (ESPE).
EN 61496-1/2
EN 61496-1, IEC 61496-1, ANSI/UL 61496-1 or JIS B 9704-1 gives general rules or
IEC 61496-1/2
failure mode and effect analysis, EMC requirements, etc. EN 61496-2, IEC 61496-
ANSI/UL61496-1/2
2, ANSI/UL 61496-2 or JIS B 9704-2 specifies effective aperture angle, protection
JIS B 9704-1/2
against extraneous light sources, etc, for Active Opto-electronic Protective Devices
(AOPDs).
The standards that pertain to electrical / electronic / programmable electronic safety-
IEC 61508-1 to 7 related systems.
JIS C 0508-1 to 7 They give roles for methods of reducing RISK to be acceptable and safety integrity
level (SIL).
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EN 55011
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EN ISO 13849-1 7KHVWDQGDUGWKDWVSHFL¿HVWKHVDIHW\UHODWHGPDWWHUVRIPDFKLQHVDIHW\FRQWUROV\VWHP
ISO 13849-1 They give roles for level (category) of structure and fault detection reliability, and for
JIS B 9705-1 level of safety future performance capability (PL: Performance Level).
ESPE The abbreviation for Electro-Sensitive Protective Equipment.
The abbreviation for Output Signal Switching Device.
Control output (OSSD) A component of the light curtain that turns OFF when light of the light curtain is
blocked.
The abbreviation for Secondary Switching Device.
Lockout output (SSD)
While ESPE is in a lockout state, lockout output responds by turning OFF.
One of the safe states of this device. This is the state in which the device has stopped
operating when the results of self-diagnosis indicate that the problem is an unrecover-
Lockout able fault (such as failure to run OSSD normally). If the emitter is in a lockout state,
OSSD and SSD for the receiver will turn OFF. If the receiver is in a lockout state,
OSSD and SSD will be turned OFF.
The abbreviation for Final Switching Device.
The component of the machine’s safety related control system that open-circuits the
FSD
MPCE circuit when the OSSD operates due to the light from the light curtain being
blocked.
This is a rod for checking the detection capability of this device.
Test rod
It has dimensions corresponding to the minimum sensing object for this device.
It is the minimum distance that must be maintained between the light curtain and the
Safety distance dangerous parts of a machine so that the machine can be stopped before a human
body or an object can reach the dangerous parts.
The length of the beam-axis direction that the min. sensing object can be detected.
Sensing height
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(Protective height)
channel in addition to +20mm (+10mm upward, +10mm downward).
Sensing range
It is the range between the facing emitter and receiver.
(Valid range)
It is the area over which intrusion by people or objects can be detected by one set of
Sensing area the device.
It is given by multiplying the protective height (sensing height) by the sensing range.
This function enables checking of the device operation by forcibly turning ON / OFF
Test input function
the control output (OSSD) of the receiver with the emitting light is received.
The abbreviation for the Presence Sensing Device Initiation.
PSDI The safety device that restarts automatically without any operation by the operator af-
ter the device detects danger status and halts for a while.

Others
7-2 CE Marking Declaration of Conformity
Itemized Essentials of EU Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer’s Name: Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX Co., Ltd
Manufacturer’s Address: 2431-1, Ushiyama-cho, Kasugai, Aichi 486-0901, Japan
EU Representative’s Name: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre
EU Representative’s Address: Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
Product: Active Opto-electronic Protective Device (Light Curtain)
Model Name: SF2C Series
Trade Name: Panasonic
Application of Council Directive:
- 2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
- 2014/30/EU EMC Directive
- 2011/65/EU RoHS Directive
Applicable Standard(s):
- EN 61496-1 - IEC 61508-1
- EN 61496-2 - IEC 61508-2
- EN ISO 13849-1: 2015 - IEC 61508-3
- EN 55011 - IEC 61508-4
- EN 61000-6-2 - EN IEC 63000
Type Examination:&HUWL¿HGE\7h96h'3URGXFW6HUYLFH*PE+1R&HUWL¿FDWH=
019003 0125 Rev.00

Others
7-3 UKCA Marking Declaration of Conformity
Itemized Essentials of UK Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer’s Name: Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX Co., Ltd.
Manufacturer’s Address:2431-1, Ushiyama-cho, Kasugai, Aichi 486-0901, Japan
Authorized Representative:
Panasonic Testing Centre on behalf of Panasonic UK
Panasonic UK, a branch of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1RT
Product Name: Active Opto-electronic Protective Device (Light Curtain)
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model Number: SF2C Series
Statutory Instruments:
- 2008 No.1597 Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008
- 2016 No.1091 Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016
- 2012 No.3032 RoHS Regulations 2012
Designated Standards:
- EN 61496-1 - IEC 61508-1
- EN 61496-2 - IEC 61508-2
- EN ISO 13849-1: 2015 - IEC 61508-3
- EN 55011 - IEC 61508-4
- EN 61000-6-2 - EN IEC 63000
Approved Body: &HUWL¿HGE\7h96h'3URGXFW6HUYLFH*PE+1R
(&7\SH([DPLQDWLRQ&HUWL¿FDWH0$5HY

Revision history Revision date Revision item
1st edition February , 2013
2nd edition June , 2013
3rd edition September , 2013
4th edition May , 2014
5th edition October , 2015
6th edition January , 2016
Ɣ Added notes.
7th edition March , 2021 Ɣ Corrected errors.
8th edition October , 2021 Ɣ Changed the Standards.
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9th edition June , 2023 Ɣ Added notes.

1. WARRANTIES:
(1) Subject to the exclusions stated in 2 (EXCLUSIONS) herein below, Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX warrants the
Products to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment un-
der normal usage in environments commonly found in manufacturing industry.
(2) Any Products found to be defective must be shipped to Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX with all shipping costs
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tion by Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX, Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX will, at its sole discretion, repair or
replace at no charge, or refund the purchase price of, any Products found to be defective.
2. EXCLUSIONS:
(1) This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from any cause:
(i) which was due to abuse, misuse, mishandling, improper installation, improper interfacing, or improper repair by
Purchaser;
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(v) which was due to normal wear and tear;
(vi) which was due to Force Majeure; and
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purchased from such purchaser for application.
3. DISCLAIMERS
(1) Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX’s sole obligation and liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or re-
placement, or refund of the purchase price, of a defective Product, at Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX’s option.
(2) THE REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER, AND ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT-
ABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT OF PROPRIETARY RIGHTS, ARE
HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL PANASONIC INDUSTRIAL DEVICES SUNX AND ITS AF-
FILIATED ENTITIES BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCTS, OR
FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, GENERAL TERMS
AND CONDITIONS 4 OR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF USE, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS
OF INFORMATION, LOSS OR INACCURACY OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF SAVINGS, THE COST OF
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTED GOODS, SERVICES OR TECHNOLOGIES, OR FOR ANY MATTER ARISING
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS.
4. CAUTIONS FOR SAFE USE
(1) The applications shown in the catalogue are only suggestions, and it is Purchaser’s sole responsibility to ascertain
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local laws and regulations, if any.
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property. When such a use is made by Purchaser, such Purchaser shall indemnify and hold harmless Panasonic In-
dustrial Devices SUNX from any liability or damage whatsoever arising out of or in relation to such use.
(3) In incorporating the Products to any equipment, facilities or systems, it is highly recommended to employ fail-safe de-
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equipment, facilities or systems.
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ment, facilities or systems, such as those:
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vices SUNX in the catalogue or otherwise;
(d) which may cause risk to life or property, such as nuclear energy control equipment, transportation equipment
(whether on rail or land, or in air or at sea), and medical equipment;
(e) which are operated continuously each day for 24 hours; and
(f) which otherwise require a high level of safety performance similar to that required in those equipment, facilities or
systems as listed in (a) through (e) above.
5. EXPORT CONTROL LAWS
In some jurisdictions, the Products may be subject to local export laws and regulations. If any diversion or re-export is
to be made, Purchaser is advised to abide by such local export laws and regulations, if any, at its own responsibility.

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Chapter 1 Introduction ····························································································· 5

Chapter 2 Before Using This Device ··········································································· 9

Chapter 3 Functions ······························································································ 33

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ····················································································· 38

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1-1 Attention Marks

<Reference> It gives useful information for better use of this device.

1-2 Safety Precautions

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1-3 Regulations And Standards

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2-2 Part Description

Standard mounting bracket Display section

Gray cable (with black line)

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2-3 Protection Area

The sensing height is the Sensing height

<Example of correct installation>

Sensing area Protective structure

<Example of incorrect installation>

Sensing area Sensing area

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2-3-2 Safety Distance

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First, calculate with K = 2,000.

If the result is:

If the result is:

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<Side view> <Top view>

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2-3-4 Device Placement

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N (Orange) Large multi-purpose indicator input

N (Black) Control output (OSSD)