Panasonic SF2C-H8-P Ultra-slim Hand Protection Safety Light Curtain

Technical Overview

Type 2 ultra-slim safety light curtain with 160mm protective height, 20mm beam pitch, Ø25mm hand protection, IP67, and 20ms OFF response time.

Key Features

Ultra-slim design with a thickness of only 13.2mm for space-saving integration.
Hand protection type with 20mm beam pitch and Ø25mm minimum detectable object.
IP67 protection rating ensures resistance to dust and water, suitable for demanding environments.
Fast OFF response time of 20ms or less, minimizing safety distances.
Lightweight polycarbonate alloy enclosure and stainless steel mounting brackets.
PNP output for versatile control system integration.
Wide operating temperature range of -10 to +55°C.
Easy to align and install due to an effective aperture angle of ±5° or less.
Material construction suitable for manufacturing secondary batteries and food production equipment.
Certified as Type 2 safety category (PLc, SIL1) according to international standards.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Product Type	Safety Light Curtain
Safety Category	Type 2, PLc, SIL1
Protection Type	Hand Protection
Protective Height	160mm
Minimum Detectable Object (Diameter)	Ø25mm
Beam Pitch	20mm
Number of Beams	8
Sensing Range	0.1 to 3 meters
OFF Response Time	20ms or less
ON Response Time	80 to 100ms
Output Type	PNP
Supply Voltage	24V DC ±20% (Ripple P-P 10% or less)
Current Consumption (Emitter, indicators off)	25 mA or less
Current Consumption (Emitter, indicators up)	35 mA or less
Current Consumption (Receiver, indicators off)	25 mA or less
Current Consumption (Receiver, indicators up)	30 mA or less
Ingress Protection (IP Rating)	IP67
Operating Temperature	-10 to +55°C
Emitting Element	Infrared LED (850 nm wavelength)
Enclosure Material	Polycarbonate alloy
Mounting Bracket Material	Stainless Steel (SUS)
Connection Method	3-meter Integral Cable
Physical Weight (kg)	0.28
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	0 x 0 x 16

Industrial Applications

1. Small Machine Guarding in Food Processing

The Panasonic SF2C-H8-P provides robust hand protection for compact machinery in food processing and packaging lines, ensuring operator safety during operation and maintenance.

Problem Solved

Prevents hand injuries in hazardous areas of food processing machinery while withstanding frequent washdowns and maintaining hygiene standards due to its IP67 rating and material compatibility.

Machine SafetyHand ProtectionIP67Food ProcessingCompact MachineryHygiene24VDC

2. Access Control for Secondary Battery Manufacturing Equipment

Utilizing its specialized material construction, this light curtain offers compliant safety guarding for access points in equipment used in the production of secondary batteries.

Problem Solved

Ensures safe access control and personnel protection in sensitive secondary battery manufacturing environments, where specific material compatibility (resin body, stainless steel brackets) is critical to prevent contamination and meet strict industry regulations for Type 2 PLc SIL1 safety.

Battery ManufacturingMaterial CompatibilityAccess ControlType 2 SafetyPLcSIL1Contamination Prevention

3. Point-of-Operation Guarding on Automated Assembly Lines

Its ultra-slim profile and fast response time make the SF2C-H8-P ideal for point-of-operation guarding in space-constrained automated assembly cells, protecting operators without hindering efficiency.

Problem Solved

Safeguards operators at the immediate point of operation in robotic or automated assembly cells where space is a premium. The 13.2mm thickness and fast 20ms OFF response time enable minimal safety distances, optimizing production throughput while ensuring quick machine shutdown upon intrusion.

Point-of-Operation GuardingAutomated AssemblyRobotic CellsUltra-slimFast Response TimeMinimal Safety Distance24VDC