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Di-Soric - Fork Light Barriers

Di-Soric – Fork Light Barriers

Di-Soric fork light barriers operate on the functional principle of through-beam sensors. They are delivered ready to install and do not have to be adjusted afterward. Fork light barriers are used wherever small objects or object positions must be detected quickly, precisely and with any type of surface.

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Di-Soric Fork Light Barriers with IO-Link

Flexible, fast, precise, and rugged solutions for object and position detection.

For decades, di-soric has developed fork light barriers that set new industry standards. This latest generation features an innovative dual-operation concept, allowing configuration either through IO-Link for all sensor functions (including 4 selectable modes) or via manual switching point adjustment with a potentiometer for simpler applications.

The Advantages of IO-Link

IO-Link integration offers significant value throughout a system’s lifecycle. Installation and commissioning are simplified and accelerated, as standard plug connectors replace complex wiring. This allows for the creation of flexible, cost-effective, and space-saving systems. The benefits extend to parameter configuration and diagnostics, providing system operators with unobstructed access to all sensors. Devices with IO-Link have on-board digital intelligence, enabling them to exchange position, process, and status information digitally. Sensor replacement is also streamlined thanks to data storage in the master using the Smart Sensor Profile, eliminating the need for expert knowledge.

Key Differentiators Between the Series

OGU Series – Standard

The OGU series combines high resolution with exceptional speed and precision using red and infrared LEDs. These sensors are ideal for detecting small objects and positions quickly and independently of their surface. With high switching frequencies and resolutions, they reliably handle rapid motion sequences.

Features

  • High switching frequency up to 14,000 Hz
  • Detects parts as small as 0.2 mm
  • Excellent reproducibility of 0.02 mm
  • Available in red light or infrared light variants
  • Wide range of fork openings from 5 mm to 250 mm
  • Dual operation: Potentiometer or full configuration via IO-Link
  • Slim design for diverse machine integration

Highlights

  • Achieves near-laser performance without a laser.
  • Suitable for high-speed metering and labeling applications.
  • Enables extremely precise position recognition.
  • Wide selection of sizes ensures a perfect fit.

OGU Stainless Steel

The OGU Stainless Steel series is engineered for hygienic eThe OGU Stainless Steel series is engineered for hygienic environments, providing maximum reliability for applications in packaging, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.  

Features

  • V4A housing for hygiene and cleanliness.
  • Ideal for packaging, pharma, and cosmetics.
  • Easy parameter changes via IO-Link for frequent batch changes.
  • Available in fork openings: 30, 50, 80, & 120 mm.

Highlights

  • Perfect for industries with strict hygiene requirements.
  • Fast and precise for high-performance packaging machines.
  • Reduces downtime in demanding production environments.

OGUP Dirt-Resistant

The OGUP series is designed for harsh conditions, ensuring reliable detection in dirty, oily, or dusty environments where standard sensors might fail.

Features

  • Maximum function reserve in challenging environments.
  • High precision with 0.03 mm reproducibility.
  • Power sensor mode set by default.
  • Available in fork openings: 20, 30, 50, & 80 mm.

Highlights

  • Ensures precise detection despite contamination.
  • Maintains high switching accuracy in harsh conditions.
  • Ideal for mechanical engineering applications.

OGUL Laser Series

When the highest precision is required for the smallest parts, the OGUL laser series is the optimal solution. It provides process-reliable detection of very small objects and features with unmatched resolution and reproducibility.

Features

  • Detects very small parts, down to 0.03 mm in size.
  • Exceptional reproducibility of 0.01 mm.
  • 4 pre-configured sensor modes selectable via IO-Link.
  • Robust, high protection class IP67 housing (metal or stainless steel).
  • Wide operating temperature range (-25 °C to 60 °C).
  • Available in fork openings from 30 mm to 120 mm.

Highlights

  • Defines the position of thin wires, drill bits, or cannulae.
  • Ideal for quality control and completeness monitoring.
  • Increases productivity and prevents machine damage.
  • Combines fast, reliable detection with a high functional reserve.

Fork light barriers with IO-Link

Field devices with an IO-Link interface feature on-board digital intelligence. This allows them to swap position, process, status and device information easily in a digital format. The sensor can be configured directly using the IO-Link master. Settings can be applied to the sensor directly via drag and drop by means of a control panel.

Even device replacement can be carried out quickly and easily with IO-Link and data storage in the master using the Smart Sensor Profile, without any expert knowledge.

4 sensor modes through IO-Link for maximum flexibility

Standard

Switching frequency: 5000 Hz
Reproducibility: 0.02 / 0.01 mm¹

High Resolution

Resolution for small parts detection improved by 30%

Power

Increased transmitting power and thus increased function reserve with reduced sensitivity to dirt

Speed

Fast operation at up to 14000 Hz switching frequency

Supportive, smart IO-Link functions for fork light barriers

Diagnostics

Qualitative and quantitative

■Analysis of process stability and teach-in quality (qualitative)
■Current process values, min/max, teaching and threshold measured values (quantitative)

Easy maintenance

■Device swapping without manual intervention or specialized knowledge thanks to IO-Link 1.1 with data storage in the master
■Smart Sensor Profile – fully compliant with standards

¹ Fork light barriers OGU / OGUL with fork openings up to 80 mm

 

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