Fiber-optic sensors and fibers
LL3
A wide variety of solutions to your most challenging applications: SICK's fiber-optic cables
For any application-oriented sensor solution, a suitable fiber-optic cable must be chosen. At SICK, the broad range of fiber-optic cables made from plastic and glass fibers permits optimal automation solutions. This applies in particular to tasks for which the fiber-optic cable requires application-specific adaption, where flexible cable installation is crucial, where high temperatures prevail, or a particular material compatibility is important. While the fibers of plastic fiber-optic cables are characterized, among other things, by the smallest of bend radii and maximum flexibility, and can also be shortened to any length, the glass fiber-optic cables are more chemically resistant and suitable for a higher temperature range. The wide variety of end sleeve options or individual special sleeves enable virtually any installation possibility. Depending on the application, the fiber-optic cable's protective cladding can be made from plastic, metal, or Teflon for exposure to aggressive chemicals.
The GLL170 fiber-optic sensor is the reliable solution for all detection tasks in combination with the fibers in the LL3 product family. With its simple operating concept, the sensor is ideal for applications in harsh environments as well as when rapid response times are crucial. Different variants are available to suit all requirements: The GLL170 variant with potentiometer enables quick and easy commissioning thanks to its intuitive operation. The GLL170T variant with teach-in function features a display for direct sensor feedback and provides solutions for numerous applications with its range of adjustments. With a switching frequency of up to 10 kHz, this sensor can even handle rapid processes with ease.