Overhead electric conveyors, rail-mounted shuttles, slewing rings and turntables, hoisting systems, or robots are typical applications in which the important thing frequently is determining position accurately in corners as well. Here the OLM100 constitutes the ideal solution. The sensor orients itself by means of a barcode tape installed along a travel section measuring up to 10 km. By scanning the barcodes that are printed on the barcode tape at 3-cm intervals, the optical linear measuring sensor determines the current position – with a resolution of up to 0.1 mm. For output of the position values one has different interfaces available, among them RS422, RS485, SSI, and CANopen.
Designed for maximum availability
The optical linear measurement system is designed for maximum performance and availability. In the OLM100's rugged metal housing, one looks in vain for any movable parts that would thus be susceptible to wear; the LED-based sensor technology is robust and durable. The light beam is very bright: It is very well visible when aligning the sensor to the tape; it allows reliable scanning of the barcodes during operation and ensures a maximum amount of functional reserve as well as immunity against ambient light. Installation of the sensor – either by means of four through boreholes in the housing or the T-slot on the back – fits nearly any condition. The measuring distance between the sensor and the barcode tape is specified to 100 mm +/- 20 mm – therefore, any corresponding distance tolerances along the travel have no influence on reliable position detection.
Nonstop performance along the barcode tape
The barcode tape, too, masters nearly any possible conditions in the facility. It is so flexible that it adjusts to temperature fluctuations between - 30 °C and + 60 °C, expanding or contracting with the ground. Small expansion joints can be pasted over when applying the tape; at larger expansion points or discontinuities, a single barcode can be detached at a cut mark. If a barcode happens to be damaged or heavily soiled, one can repair it easily by downloading the barcode from the Internet (www.sick.com/OLM), printing it to a plastic film, and inserting it into the barcode tape at the appropriate point.
The OLM100 constitutes the ideal solution for path measurement on straight lines and around corners. Usable flexibly in diverse applications, the sensor delivers convincing performance because of low installation, commissioning, and operating costs, as well as a high level of plant availability.
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