Sick Sender/Receiver MLG05W Series

The MLG-2 WebChecker measuring automation light grid is based on established technology combined with the most advanced software and is used for high precision web width measurement. The light grid also measures large web widths with revolutionary accuracy.

The MLG-2 WebChecker can find up to 10 edges or 5 webs and measure them continuously. With semi-transparent objects, the light grid measures up to 10 edges defined by the customer.

Measurement accuracy: ± 0.3 mm
Resolution: 0.1 mm
Measuring field: 3,150 mm (in 150 mm steps)
Response time: 32 μs (from beam to beam)
Interfaces: 3 switching outputs, analogue interface, IO-Link, RS-485, PROFINET, EtherCAT® and EtherNet/IP™
Operating range: 2,500 mm
Interface output: 10 edges with 5 edges and 5 centre positions

Edge position detection for webs of 145 mm to 3,150 mm with a measurement accuracy of ± 0.3 mm – for machines with maximum performance
Easy format change with flexible web width measurement increases customer satisfaction
The MLG-2 WebChecker measures 5 webs at a time, therefore reducing the number of sensors in the application
Modern Ethernet interface for quick, reliable data transmission increases system availability
Prevention of errors and reduced downtime during format change

Fields of applications
Automotive industry: Tire production
Steel industry: Coil handling
Plastic web production
Textile web production
Wood panel measurement
Box production