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THE WORLD’S LEADER IN PRESS BRAKE CONTROL, SAFETY & GUARDING

Lazer Safe LZS-004


Operator Guard for PCSS Series Controllers
The Lazer Safe LZS-004 operator guard for PCSS Series hydraulic press brake controllers offers a highly
effective solution for both operator safety and machine productivity. The LZS-004 has been designed
exclusively for use with the PCSS-F Series press brake controller and is capable of performing a diverse
range of actions automatically. The LZS-004 system includes a Guard Counter Module and laser
Transmitter / Receiver pair.
The LZS-004 can be installed either at manufacture or retrofit in the field.

Key features
 Extremely fast response time (1 ms + 4 ms maximum) reduces the stopping distance of the press
brake, enabling the laser-to-punch distance to be reduced.
 Start-up tests on first stroke to measure stop time and stop distance.
 Checking for mute point based on tool information from the Numerical Controller, only stopping if it
is incorrect.
 Checking that material surface is within limits and bending speed is correct on each normal stroke,
then continuing without interruption if all are correct.
 When an obstruction is detected, the beam is stopped. When the obstruction is removed, one press
of the foot pedal continues the normal stroke cycle. If the obstruction is not removed, two foot pedal
presses will initiate a safe slow speed closure and bending without stopping. For situations where
the obstruction is intentional, a higher mute point can be set in the Numerical Controller.
 "Tray / Box" mode allows operation when the side walls of the work-piece obstruct the laser beam.
The height of the walls can be programmed in the Numerical Controller, allowing automatic
monitoring and continuous operation.
 Once the tool opening is less than 6 mm, a pressing speed of 20 mm / sec is possible.
 "Field Muted" and "Stop at Mute Point" modes are also available.
 Laser-to-Punch distance can be programmed by software and can be used to check distances.
 High and low speed versions available.

The productivity advantages


When used in conjunction with the PCSS Series of controllers, the LZS-004 Operator Guarding system
enhances the controller's benefits, in particular the fast reaction time and higher productivity due to
increased time the press operates at high travel speed travel and shorter stopping and change of speed
distances.
The guard system combination automatically measures stop distance, then sets the maximum allowable
stop distance and the laser beam-to-tool distance - this can be as little as 4 mm. This results in very
short slow speed distances, which translates to faster cycle times.

Light curtain option


As an option, a third party light curtain can also be connected to the Guard Counter Module in
conjunction with the Lazer Safe Transmitter and Receiver. The PCSS controller can activate the
appropriate guarding system to suit the bending process being performed. A light curtain can also be
installed in place of the Lazer Safe Transmitter and Receiver.
The solution at a glance
Add-in Guarding Card and High  Response time - 1ms plus that for guarding system.
Speed Counter:  Choice of guarding system - laser and / or light curtain.
Integrated guarding:  Low overall reaction time - 4ms.
 Improves machine productivity by extending high speed distance and reducing low speed
distance.
 Supports high speed and short stop machines.
 Communication with press brake controller allows information transfer: mute point
setting; positioning of laser beam; elimination of pressing speed discrepancies.
 Reduced conflict between operational, press safety and guarding system logic and their
suppliers.
Reduced operator guarding cost:  Guarding control card added to PCSS overcomes the need for any associated control or
muting hardware.
Single supplier:  A single supplier for press brake control, machine safety and operator guarding
overcomes fault resolution conflicts.

Lazer Safe
PCSS-F Controller

Lazer Safe
Specifications LZS-004 Laser Transmitter
Functional
Vertical Adjustment Range: 450.0 mm (Hexagonal rail bracket)
310.0 mm (Linear bearing bracket)

Optical Range: 15 m net (distance between windows of Transmitter and Receiver)


Receiver Resolution: 3 mm
Reception Zone: 40 mm x 40 mm
Laser Classification: Class 1 (IEC 60825-1)
Laser Dimension: 50.0 mm (W) x 2.0 mm (H)
Environmental
Degree of Protection: IP54 (all system units)
Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 ºC
Storage Temperature: -30 to 75ºC
Humidity Class: E
Electrical
Supply Voltage: 5.0 V DC to Transmitter and Receiver

Lazer Safe Pty Ltd


Tel: +61-8-9249 4388 27 Action Road
Fax: +61-8-9249 6011 Malaga WA 6090
Email: [email protected] Australia
Web: www.lazersafe.com.au

© 2005 Lazer Safe Pty Ltd. "Lazer Safe", "PCSS" and "LZS" are trademarks of Lazer Safe Pty Ltd.

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