KUKA’s LaserSpy is the only TÜV-certified active laser safety sensor

Through further development, the LaserSpy sensor allows a better protection
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The duration of exposure to the laser in the event of a malfunction is decisive for the safe enclosure of laser systems. Three test classes are distinguished. In the worst-case scenario (test class T1), the protective wall must withstand irradiation for 30,000 seconds. This corresponds to exposure to a 20 kilowatt laser for more than eight hours.

KUKA Industries has long offered a reliable solution for ensuring the safe enclosure of laser systems. The technology leader supplies the only TÜV-certified active laser safety sensor: the LaserSpy. Within milliseconds, the LaserSpy detects a beam malfunction and switches the beam source off before humans or equipment are endangered.

Larger safety area

Through further development, the LaserSpy sensor can now cover a larger monitoring range. Each sensor consists of multiple detectors in a circular arrangement around a kernel. Instead of the previous 2.5 meters, the sensors can now monitor a range of 3.5 meters in every direction. This makes laser cells even safer and offers significantly improved and more cost-effective design possibilities in cell construction (for example, the use of elements with large surface areas).

For more information, please visit http://www.kuka-robotics.com.

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