LBK reliably differentiates between static and dynamic objects .
More safety in harsh environments
3D safety systems are a good option for reliably monitoring danger zones . They present a safe alternative , even in harsh environments where e . g . sparks , dirt and dust occur . They are therefore also a solution for applications where previously optical sensors were unable to provide a reliable answer
3D system with radar technology
For over 50 years , Leuze as a high tech company and pioneer in the field of optical sensors has repeatedly set new technological milestones and standards on the market . Particularly in the area of safety technology , Leuze ’ s optical safety components , services and solutions can be used for a wide variety of different applications . With the LBK safety radar system , Leuze has now added a new , innovative sensor system to its product range . This system implements an operating principle new to safety
42 FDPP - www . fdpp . co . uk technology . As a result , it is also able to provide a solution for applications that previously could not be solved reliably using optical sensors . Even in harsh environments where e . g . sparks , dirt and dust occur . The LBK safeguards danger zones close to machinery and systems using radar technology .
Detection of objects using radar waves
The LBK system operates in a frequency range of 24 GHz . This means that the electromagnetic waves are much shorter than sound or light waves . Unlike light , the radar waves can penetrate non metallic objects . The compact sensors with their integrated antennas emit electromagnetic waves . These waves are reflected off objects . The sensors receive these reflections and then evaluate them . The electromagnetic waves of the LBK radar system are completely harmless to personnel .
New applications solved using LBK
Utilizing the properties of the radar frequency electromagnetic waves in sensors provides a solution for applications where optical sensors have so far proven unreliable . Even non metallic objects such as dust , welding sparks or chips are penetrated without the sensor being influenced . As a result , the LBK system is particularly suitable for applications in harsh environments . For example in wood or plastic processing . Such applications typically produce a large quantity of particles that are then suspended in the air . However , these particles do not prevent the LBK from performing its task of reliably detecting and protecting persons . Even if radar waves penetrate the particles , the latter still reflect a small