Selcom LaunderLine

User’s Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 The Selcom XLine family 3

1.1 Introduction 3
1.2 Measurement principles 4
2 Laser safety 5
2.1 Safety precautions 5
2.2 Classification 6
2.3 User precautions 7
3 Sensor connections 8
3.1 General 8
3.2 Pin configuration 9
3.3 Power and signal specifications 10
3.4 Analog metal level output 11
3.5 Analog temperature output 12
3.6 Valid level signal 12
4 Support software: “Aluminium Level Analysis (ALA)” 13
4.1 Scope of program 13
4.2 Installation 13
4.3 Physical connection 13
4.4 Functionality description 14
5 Sensor specification 22
5.1 LaunderLine specification 22
5.2 Identification of parts 23
5.3 Dimensional 24
6 Heat shield & Cable kit 25
6.1 Heat shield parts 25
6.2 Heat shield dimensions and fittings 28
7 Installation 29
7.1 Mounting of LaunderLine sensors 29
7.3 Interfacing to a PLC system 32
8 Maintenance 33
8.1 Replacing a sensor 33
8.2 Protection glass 36
9 Recommended spare parts 37
9.1 Heat shield spare parts 37
10 LMI Contacts 38

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1 SELCOM XLINE FAMILY

1.1 Introduction

The Selcom XLine sensor family from LMI Technologies is a series of laser sensors
dedicated to measuring levels of molten aluminium in all common applications required
throughout the foundry process.

All XLine sensors are built around the same technology platform, incorporating the latest
imaging techniques and proprietary algorithms to eliminate disturbing influence from
smoke, steam and high reflectivity alloys.

• The FurnaceLine is a large clearance sensor intended for monitoring levels inside
melting and holding furnaces.
• The LaunderLine is a medium clearance sensor intended for monitoring levels in
troughs and launders for general metal transport and DC casting.
• The CastLine is a small to medium clearance sensor intended for level control in DC
casting lines.
• The ContinuousLine is a medium clearance sensor intended for monitoring levels in
continuous caster headboxes.
• The DeltaLine is a small clearance sensor with the capacity to measure the true
metal level relative the mould in DC casting lines.

A variety of clearance distances and measurement ranges are available within each
application group.

Custom tailoring to meet specific demands is possible on short notice.

The Selcom XLine sensors can be delivered as a complete unit, including a heat-insulated
protection box with a mounting bracket, an integrated cable in a steel conduit and a
heavy-duty industrial connector.

It is also possible to purchase the sensors as stand-alone units for customers with special
demands on mounting and systems integration.

Optional accessories are integrated exchangeable protection glasses and glass holders.

All Selcom XLine sensors intended for use in operator accessible areas are rated FDA
Class ll, IEC60825-1 Class 2, meaning that no special, laser safety user precautions are
required.

All Selcom XLine sensors carry the CE label meaning that they comply with applicable
parts of the EMC directive of the European Union.

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1.2 Measurement principles

All Xline sensors operate on the principle of laser triangulation. A semiconductor laser
directs a laser beam with tightly specified properties onto the target. A “viewing” part of
the sensor images the light pattern onto an image detector and the position of this image
on the detector contains the basic information on distance to the target.

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2 LASER SAFETY
2.1 Safety precautions

The light source of the Selcom XLine is a semiconductor laser emitting visible light.
The Selcom XLine has a 2, 3R or 3B classification (depending on model) according to:
IEC 60825-1 Safety of Laser products and complies also with FDA performance
standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated
July 26, 2001.

Caution- Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than

those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

If otherwise strykes not explicitly stated, always disconnect the power supply unit during
installation, service and maintenance of the Selcom XLine sensors.

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2.2 Classification

Class 2 laser products:

Class 2 laser products would not cause
permanent damage to the eye under
reasonable foreseeable conditions of
LASER RADIATION
operation, provided that any exposure can DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
be terminated by the blink reflex (assumed to CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT

take 0,25 s). Because classification assumes MAX POWER: 1,0 mW

EMITTED WAVELENGTH: 635-670 nm

the blink reflex, the wavelength must be in Complies with FDA performance

the visible range (400 nm to 700 nm). The

standards for laser products except
IEC 60825-1:2001 for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No 50 dated July 26, 2001

Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE)

for visible radiation for 0,25 s is 25 W per
square meter, which is equivalent to 1 mW Laser Aperture
entering an aperture of 7 mm diameter (the
assumed size of the pupil).

Class 3R laser products:

LASER RADIATION
Class 3R laser products emits radiation AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT
where direct intrabeam viewing is potentially
MAX POWER: 5 mW
hazardous but the risk is lower than for EMITTED WAVELENGTH: 635-670 nm

Class 3B lasers, and fewer manufacturing Complies with FDA performance

standards for laser products except

requirements and control measures for users IEC 60825-1:2001 for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No 50 dated July 26, 2001

apply than for Class 3B lasers.

AVOID EXPOSURE
laser
radiation emitted
from this aperture

Class 3B laser products: LASER RADIATION

Class 3B laser products are unsafe for eye AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
CLASS 3B LASER PRODUCT
exposure. Usually only ocular protection MAX POWER: 20 mW

would be required. Diffuse reflections are EMITTED WAVELENGTH: 635-670 nm

safe if viewed for less than 10 s. Complies with FDA performance

standards for laser products except
IEC 60825-1:2001 for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No 50 dated July 26, 2001

AVOID EXPOSURE
laser
radiation emitted
from this aperture

Laser Safety References

1. International Standard IEC 60825-1 (2001-08) Consolidated Edition, Safety of laser
products - Part 1: Equipment classification, requirements and user’s guide
2. Technical Report IEC TR 60825-10, safety of laser products- part10. Application
guidelines and explanatory notes to IEC 60825-1
3. Laser Notice No. 50, FDA and CDRH http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/rad-health.html

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2.3 User precautions

The specific user precautions as specified in IEC60825-1 and relating to the different
laser classes are:

CastLine
LaunderLine
FurnaceLine
ContinuousLine
DeltaLine

Requirements Class ll/2 Class 3A/3R (visible) Class lllB/3B

Laser safety
Not required Not required Required
officer
Remote interlock Not required Not required Required

Key control Not required Not required Remove when not in use

Beam attenuator Not required Not required Required

Emission indicator Not required Not required Required

Warning signs Not required Not required Required

Terminate beam at useful Terminate beam at useful
Beam path Not required
length length
Prevent unintentional Prevent unintentional
Specular reflection Not required
reflections reflections
Required under special
Eye protection Not required Not required
conditions
Required for operator and Required for operator and
Training Not required
maintenance personnel maintenance personnel

The table above shows that all CastLine, LaunderLine and DeltaLine sensors can be
used throughout the foundry without any special requirements. This does not preclude
general caution and the need to avoid continuous direct beam viewing for times
exceeding 0,25 sec. (blink reflex).

The requirements for Class 3A/3R and 3lllB/3B are valid for FurnaceLine sensors when
operated dismounted from the furnace as may be the case during installation and service.
If the need exist to operate the sensor during such conditions, all user precautions as
stated must be followed.

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3 SENSOR CONNECTIONS
3.1 General

The sensor is equipped with a 0,5 m cable with a 25 pin male D-sub connector.

The connector type used provides proper connection of the cable screen. The plastic
connector cover avoids problems with unintentional grounding of the sensor.

The mating female 25 pin D-sub connector is a standard industry/computer type

connector, readily available from most industrial electronics suppliers. The mating female
connector should, to maintain the emc properties, be of the type that allows for proper
connection of the cable screen.

Connecting the sensor into a control system requires an extension cable.

Sensors provided with a Heat shield and cable kit solve this by incorporating a protected
cable ending in a heavy-duty industrial connector. The delivery includes a mating
connector with screw terminal connection of the customer cable.

User’s building their own protection system may order extension cables with various
lengths from LMI Technologies. Such extension cables are of the same high quality,
temperature resistant type, as the pigtail coming out of the sensor.

The extension cables are fitted with an identical, isolated cover and screen grounding,
D-sub connector as mounted on the sensor pigtail.

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3.2 Pin configuration

This specification
defines all possible and Pin nr. Signal type
common connections
to sensors in the Xline 1 Power (+24 VDC)*
family. Application
2 Power (+24 VDC)
specific use of these
connections are possible 3 Power ground
and in such cases 4 Power ground
these connections are 5 Analog out 1+ (metal level+)
specified under “Sensor 6 Analog out 1- (metal level-)
specification”. For
7 Analog out 2+
connections using the
heat shield and cable 8 Analog out 2-
kit refer to chapter 7 9 Analog out 3+ (temperature+)
(Installation). 10 Analog out 3- (temperature-)
11 Digital input 1+
* Note: Power and 12 Digital input 1-
power return are
13 Digital input 2+
“doubled” in the
connector to allow 14 Digital input 2-
for high AWG cable 15 Digital output 1+ (Valid level signal+)
types to be used. It is 16 Digital output 1- (Valid level signal-)
not required to supply 17 Digital output 2+
voltage/return to all
18 Digital output2-
power/power return
pins. 19 RS232 (Ground)
20 RS232 (Receive data)
21 RS232 (Transmit data)
22 Not used
23 Laser on (+24 VDC)
24 Not used
25 Not used
Connector Cable screen
housing

Pin numbering looking

into the connector: 25 14

13 1

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3.3 Power and signal specifications

Power requirement: +24 VDC (18-32 V) @ 0,5 A(max)

Laser control input: This control input should be held at +24 VDC (18-32 V) @ 50
mA(max) to enable the laser.

Analog output: The Selcom XLine analog output channels are 4-20 mA current loop
outputs. A separate loop return path is provided for each output in the sensor connector.
It is also possible to allow loop return to the power supply ground (pin 3 and 4) in order
to minimize cable leads.

Analog output load restriction: The maximum load resistance, incl. Cable resistance,
should be limited to Req=(Supply voltage-2V)/20 mA. For most applications it is
recommended to limit the load resistor to 500 Ohm (=2-10V).

Digital output: Optically isolated transistor output.

Max voltage: 35 V
Max current: 80 mA

Serial communication: RS232 (Rx,Tx & gnd)

Max cable length: 15 m

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3.4 Analog metal level output

The distance to the metal

surface is provided at the
analog output channel 1.
(ref. to 3.2)

Each sensor is factory

calibrated to provide a
specific mm to mA range. Clearance
distance (CD)
The defining parameters are:

Clearance Distance (CD)

20 mA
– The distance from the
Measurement
sensor front to the beginning range (MR)
of the calibrated range. 4 mA

Measurement Range (MR)

– The length of the calibrated
MR in mm.

The standard factory calibration always places the 20 mA position at CD and the 4 mA
position at CD+MR.

CD and MR of the delivered sensor are found on the serial no. label. The currently
available CD/MR combinations are also listed in the application specific part of this
manual.

Re-scaling the analog output

It is possible to re-scale and invert the analog output i.e. to map a sub-part of the fcatory
calibrated range to the 4-20 mA output swing

Refer to chapter 4 : Support Software “Aluminium Level Analysis (ALA) “ for detailed
use of this function.

Hold latest valid function

Under conditions when the sensor is incapable of delivering a good measurement quality
(out of range, shadowing etc), the sensor reverts to holding the analog output at the last
good or valid value. At the same time the “Valid level signal” changes state to make it
possible for the control system to handle the exceptional situation.

Holding the analog level output at the latest good signal avoids letting erroneous data
enter the controller.

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3.5 Analog temperature output

The Selcom XLine has a built in temperature sensor that is provided over analog output
channel 3.

• The conversion to degrees Fahrenheit is: 28,8*mA-313,5

(4-20 mA equals: -192,4F - +262,4F)
• The conversion to degrees Celsius is: Temperature=16*mA-192
(4-20 mA equals: -128C - +128C)

The analog temperature signal should be used to monitor the sensor cooling and to set
alarm levels for exceeded sensor temperature.

3.6 Valid level signal

The Selcom XLine has an “Valid level signal” that is provided over Digital output
channel 1.

The digital outputs are opto-coupled transistor outputs that allow the user to arrive at
different signal polarities and levels depending on the input demand of the control system.

A typical PLC input connection scheme is indicated below. The 4,7 kOhm resistor at the
PLC input is required to provide a current return path to the +24 VDC supply ground.

The output transistor is conducting during normal (valid) operation meaning that the PLC
input as connected below is “high” and goes “low” during Invalid conditions.

25 pin D-sub

15

+24 VDC

+24 VDC
digital input

4,7 kOhm
16

0V

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4 SUPPORT SOFTWARE: ”Aluminium Level Analysis (ALA)”

4.1 Scope of program

The software package Aluminium Level Analysis (ALA) is a support software package for
operation in a user supplied external PC that allows sensor users to perform a number of
useful tasks during installation, normal production and trouble shooting.

Some available features are:

• Logging of data in proprietary or Excel readable formats.

• True time playback of previously recorded log files.
• Read-out of serial number, sensor revision status etc.
• User accessible menu’s for setting of averaging and scaling of analog output.
• Grey scale and colour coded image snapshot capability.

4.2 Installation

The ALA can be installed and run on PC’s with Windows 98 and up. The physical
connection requires one available com port.

To install, run “Setup” from the CD with your sensor delivery.

The program will install in: C:\Program Files\LMI Technologies\ALA XLine

The installation wizard will create the necessary directories.

4.3 Physical connection

The ALA1.0 communicates with the sensor over a standard RS232 serial link i.e. a simple
3-wire cable is required between the PC’s com port and the designated RS232 pins in the
sensor connector.

Sensor connentor Com port connector (DB9)

19 5

20 3

21 2

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4.4 Functionality description

Connecting
Start ALA by double clicking the program icon.

With the sensor connected and powered on, choose the correct COM port from the pull
down menu in the settings window and press “Connect”. The red indicator should turn
green to indicate that connection to the sensor is established.

Side window Main window

Diagram window

Data display and logging of data

Pressing “Start” will start up all the data presenting capabilities of the program.

Clicking “Save to log” before “Start” will enable a recording session and the user is
prompted to enter a file name. A stored data file can be opened and played back by
pressing the “Playback” button and selecting a file. The playback is done in real time.

Pressing “Save to Excel” with a log file open will create a text file organized as tab-
separated columns. This text file is easily opened and manipulated in Microsoft Excel.

Pictures in .jpg format of the main window and side window can be stored by pressing
the “Save Picture” button.

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Main window
The Main Window shows a
white outlined rectangular
region, centrally placed
in the window. The width
and height of the indicated
region correspond with the
image area required for the
line length and measurement
range of the specific sensor
type.

If the sensor is placed over

a mould or other surface
within the MR, red “pixels”
will appear where the sensor
have found the image of the
laser line.

Matte surfaces will produce a

solid red line whereas a shiny
or varying reflectivity surface
may cause the line to break
up into isolated pixels or
shorter stretches of line. This
behaviour is perfectly normal
and one of the basic properties
that enables the line technology to provide superior measurement quality.

When changing the distance between sensor and target, the red pixel line will move up
and down in the region. Moving up in the region indicates a closer distance and down a
longer one.

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Side window
The side window to the left of
the main window is a qualitative
indicator from the output of the
proprietary line-identifying image
processing algorithms.

A side peak in the standing curve

indicates the position identified as
the most likely line position.

Multiple peaks or a noisy base

line level indicates disturbances
in the measurement process that
may be caused by smoke or steam
or secondary reflections in nearby
objects.

The magnitude of the side peak in

the curve may vary significantly
between sensor types and
applications. A user scaling of the
sensor data is therefore available
below the side window. Set the
maximum scale value so that the
peak is clearly visible in the curve.

Note: changing the scaling does not influence the sensor or the measurement and can be
done at any time.

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Measurements window
The measurements window
provides numerical data from
the sensor.

• Distance:
The distance between sensor
front and target in mm’s.

• Distance as analog:
A “synthetic” mA-value that is a
very close indicator of the expected
value on the “real” analog current
4-20 mA loop output.

• Exposure:
The exposure time used to create
the images used for distance
measurement. Shorter times
(<1000 us) indicate a diffuse and/or bright surface. Longer times (>1000 us) indicate a
shiny surface.

• Sensor temperature:
The internal sensor temperature in degrees C.

Sensor information window

The sensor information window
provides basic information on the
connected sensor, like Clearance
distance and Measurement range.

The current settings of the 4-20

mA range and data averaging is
also available here.

Note: To change 4-20 mA range

and averaging settings refer to
“setup menu”.

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Version window
The version window
provides information on
serial number and FPGA/
Firmware revision status.
The software capability
of the sensor may be
remotely upgraded from
the same PC as runs the
ALA.

Diagram window
The diagram window
visualizes the data logging
functionality.

Data is being presented

in the rolling diagram as
soon as the “Start” button
is pressed.

• Distance scaling is set in

mm’s from the sensor front
and may be altered at any
time during logging.

• The Rolling real time

scale may only be altered
when the logging is
stopped. The scale is in
seconds.

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Set-up menu
Pressing the “Setup” button will
open a separate terminal emulation
window that allows access to
internal sensor settings.

Note: Entering the set-up menu

by pressing “Setup” will disable
the sensor measurement, including
the analog outputs. Care must
be taken not to enter the set-up
menu when the sensor is used to
control the metal level in moulds
or launders.

The menu allows changing of the

number of samples (1-128) used
for data averaging and the set-
points for 4 mA and 20 mA
respectively.

The default factory settings are:

• Averaging : 10
• 4 mA set point: CD+MR
• 20 mA set point: CD

Use the up/down arrow keys to

position the cursor at the desired
menu item. Type in the desired
value and press “Return”.

Use the function keys F1-F3 to

Save, Save and return to menu or
Leave the menu without saving.

Close the terminal window by pressing the X-button in the upper right corner.

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4-20 mA range setting

The 4-20 mA set points may
be set to “blow-up” a part of
the MR or adapt to simulate
the output of a different sensor
type that has to be replaced.

It is also possible to “invert” Clearance

the output i.e. the 4 mA set distance (CD)

point may be closer to the

sensor than the 20 mA set
point. 20 mA

Measurement
range (MR)

4 mA

Averaging setting
The setting of the averaging parameter may be used to simulate the response time
characteristics of other types of sensors to be replaced. It is also possible to smoothen
short term variations or vibrations that may occur in some processes.

The factory setting of 10 gives a response time to a step change in distance of

around 0,5 sec.

Note: The setting of the averaging parameter will influence readings on the ALA screen
and analog outputs used for control purposes in the same way.

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Grey-scale snap-shot mode

With the sensor connected (green light) and logging Stopped, press the Mode button. The
snap-shot screen is now presented.

The region for grey-scale image read-out is set with the mouse. Press the left button to set
one corner of the region and release it at the desired second corner.

The exposure time for the snap-shot is set manually and entered in the Exposure box.
Time is entered in microseconds in the range 10 – 60000 us.

Pressing Start and choosing Yes on the following question will start the image read-out.

The read-out image can be threshold or colour coded and the image can be saved by
pressing the Save Picture button.

Limiting coordinates
of chosen Region

Exposure time setting

Threshold input

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5 SENSOR SPECIFICATION
5.1 LaunderLine specification

Clearance distance (CD): found on serial no. label

and purchasing document’s

Measurement range (MR): found on serial no. label

and purchasing document’s

Factory calibration of analog output: 4 mA @ CD + MR

20 mA @ CD

Factory setting of sensor averaging: moving average of 10 samples,

response time app. 0,5 sec.

Laser Class: FDA laser class ll, IEC laser class 2

Operating temperature range: 0-40 degrees C

CD

20 mA

MR

4 mA

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5 SENSOR SPECIFICATION
5.2 Identification of parts

Side view

Manufacturers serial
Laser emitting number label Warning label
label

LASER RADIATION
AVOID EXPOSURE

AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE

CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT
from this aperture
radiation emitted

MAX POWER: 5 mW
EMITTED WAVELENGTH: 635-670 nm
laser

Complies with FDA performance

standards for laser products except
IEC 60825-1:2001 for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No 50 dated July 26, 2001

Front view

Receiver aperture Laser aperture

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5.3 Dimensional

Side view

70
70

70
70
Front view

350
350
223,3
223,3 72
72 35
35
18,5
18,5 16
16
56(2*)
56(2*)

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6 HEAT SHIELD & CABLE KIT

6.1 Heat shield parts

A complete Heat Shield consists of a few parts that need to be ordered separately. The
heat shield will be assembled if parts are ordered together on the same PO.

Custom-built Heat Shields are available on request.

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28341 Heat Shield for single

laser XLine sensors

28342 Bracket for all Selcom

XLine Heat Shields

28343 Hose & Cable kit for Selcom

XLine Heat Shield 0.75 m
28344 Hose & Cable kit for Selcom
XLine Heat Shield 1.0 m
28345 Hose & Cable kit for Selcom
XLine Heat Shield 1.5 m
28346 Hose & Cable kit for Selcom
XLine Heat Shield 2.0 m
28347 Hose & Cable kit for Selcom
XLine Heat Shield
Specify Length!

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Standard version
809925 Mating connector kit 16p,
for Selcom Heatshields

For DC Caster installations only

809926 Mating connector kit 16p,
for Selcom Heatshields
(bulkhead, only for
connector beams)

Option: Protection Glass kit

28348 Two additional front
glasses that are replaceable
are mounted in a holder on
the front of the XLine
sensor. The protection glass
kit is designed for
applications where metal
splashes may occur.

Kit includes protection

glasses, holder and needed
hardware.

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6.2 Heat shield dimensions and fittings

400
400
390
390

346
115
115

130

143
143

170
170
198
198

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7 INSTALLATION
7.1 Mounting of Launderline sensors

The long clearance distance (700 mm alt. 1500 mm) of the LaunderLine sensor makes the
mounting of the sensor over the launder a less complicated task.

The long distance to the hot metal and the protective heat shield effectively reduces any
influence from radiated heat on the sensor.

Mounting structure
A double leg mounting stand is
more stable compared to a singe
leg stand.

Avoid occlusion
in deep launders by positioning
the sensor along the launder

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Sensor tilts
The LaunderLine may be side tilted
up to +/- 30 degrees to facilitate
mounting

Long side tilts up to +/-5 degrees

are acceptable

Avoid reflections on Launder walls

with tilted sensor

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Sensor Height
Position the sensor so that
the bottom of the launder and
the highest expected metal level
are within the sensor MR
CD

MR

Avoid ceiling lightning reflections

The sensor measurement may be
influenced if strong ceiling lights are 30 degrees

reflected into the sensors imaging

regions

30 degrees

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7.2 Interfacing to a PLC system

-
+24 VDC / 1A
+
+24 VDC 4-20mA PC/Laptop
Digital input Analog inputs RS232
valid - + + 5 3 2

Laser power 13
switch 14

Electrical cabinet

Mating connector 14 12 15 8 11 7 13 10 2 1 9

25pin DSUB
connector 23 15 1 16 3 6 5 9 19 20 21
(inside heatshield)
Laser Valid + +24 VDC Valid 0V Analog - Level Temperature RS232
on
XLine Laser Sensor with Heat Shield

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8 MAINTENANCE
8.1 Replacing a sensor

1. Make sure that power

to the sensor is shut off.
Releasing the four latches
opens the heat shield and
the sensor is held in place
by one single screw. Do
not un-tighten the
four bolts on top!

2. Open the 4 latches

and the circular small lid.
Remove the front cover.

3. Insert a 6 mm Allen
key into the small hole
and untighten the screw
a couple of laps.
Remove the sensor and
disconnect the 25pin
DSUB Connectors.

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4. Roll the cable inside

the heat shield 1-2 laps
so that the connector
ends up on the opposite
side of the cable inlet.
The cable must be on
the opposite side of
the small circular lid.

5. Connect the 25pin DSUB

connector and tighten
the screws.

6. Roll the sensor cable 1-2

laps and put it on top of
the DSUB connectors.

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7. Put the sensor into the

heat shield and tighten
the 6 mm Allen screw
clockwise.

8. Make sure that the sensor

is attached to the heat
shield and that the cable
does not chamfer any part
of the front glasses.

9. Close the hatches and the

small circular lid.

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8.2 Protection glass

1. Use a 4 mm Allen key to

dismount the protection glass
holder from the sensor.
The built-in springs will open
the holder and release it from
the sensor. It is only possible
to remove and refit the glasses
towards the “outside”.
Remount the glass holder on
the sensor and tighten the Allen
screws to lock the holder onto
the sensor.

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9 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS

9.1 Heat shield spare parts

Insert for Hose and Cable kit

811298 Male 16pin connector insert

Cable inside Hose and Cable kit

Can also be used as a extension cord
Note that cable for non-standard Hose and
Cable kits shall be 0.20 m longer than the
specified Hose and Cable kit length.

28349 Cable Selcom XLine

(25pin female DSUB) Ë terminal ends
For 0.75 m Hose and Cable kit
28350 Cable Selcom XLine
(25pin female DSUB) Ë terminal ends
For 1.0 m Hose and Cable kit
28351 Cable Selcom XLine
(25pin female DSUB) Ë terminal ends
For 1.5 m Hose and Cable kit
28352 Cable Selcom XLine
(25pin female DSUB) Ë terminal ends
For 2.0 m Hose and Cable kit
28353 Cable Selcom XLine
(25pin female DSUB) Ë terminal ends
Specify length!

28354 25pin female DSUB Mating Connector

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10 LMI CONTACTS
LMI Technologies Inc. is a worldwide supplier of non-contact laser sensors and systems
for improved quality and productivity in industrial applications.

The Selcom brandname is dedicated to precision measurement in the most demanding

environments like aluminium and steel foundries, road inspection and tire industry.

North America:
LMI Technologies (USA), Inc.
21455 Melrose Ave., Suite 22
Southfield, MI 48075
USA
Phone: +1 (248) 359-2409
Fax: +1 (248) 355-3283
E-mail: [email protected]
USA East: +1 (770) 888-6586

Europe & rest of the world:

LMI Technologies AB
Ögärdesvägen 19A
Box 250
S-433 25 Partille
Sweden
Phone: +46 31 336 25 00
Fax: +46 31 44 61 79
E-mail: [email protected]

Europe:
LMI Technologies bv
Valkenburgerweg 223
6419 AT Heerlen
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 45-5719300
Fax: +31 45-5742500
E-mail: [email protected]

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