GL-VM15FN Keyence Safety Light Curtain Type 4

Keyence GL-VM15FN Type 4 Safety Light Curtain – Finger Protection with 15 Beam Axes

Core Technical Specifications

• Brand: Keyence; Model: GL-VM15FN; Series: GL-V series.
• Detection capability: Finger protection with ø14 mm minimum object size and 10 mm beam spacing.
• Detection height: 140 mm; total length 160 mm; 15 beam axes.
• Detecting distance: 0.3 to 12 m with optical synchronization.
• Response time: OSSD channel 0 ON→OFF max. 4.5 ms.
• Light source: Infrared LED at 850 nm, Exempt Group per IEC62471.
• Effective angular aperture: up to ±2.5° at 3 m or above.
• Output: Two NPN transistor OSSD outputs; ON when all beam axes are received.

Electrical and Environmental Ratings

• Supply voltage: 24 VDC -20/+25%, ripple 10% or less, Class 2.
• Current consumption: Transmitter max. 58 mA; receiver max. 70 mA with indicator ON.
• Maximum load current: 150 mA or less; residual ON voltage up to 2.5 V.
• Leakage current: up to 0.8 mA; load capacity 0.8 µF; wiring resistance up to 2.5 Ω.
• Operating temperature: -30 to +55 °C with no freezing.
• Storage temperature: -30 to +70 °C; humidity up to 95% RH without condensation.
• Ambient light immunity: incandescent lamp 3,000 lux or less; sunlight 20,000 lux or less.
• Protection rating: IP65/IP67 per IEC60529; overvoltage category II.
• Vibration resistance: 5 to 150 Hz at 1G, 10 cycles in X/Y/Z.
• Shock resistance: 15G for 6 ms pulses, 100 times in X/Y/Z.

Safety Standards and Interference Prevention

• Safety standards: IEC61496-1/-2 Type 4 ESPE/AOPD; EN ISO13849-1 Category 4 PL e; IEC61508 SIL3.
• Regional approvals: UL60947-1, CSA C22.2 No.60947-1 and UL1998.
• EMC: IEC/EN61496-1, EN55011 Class A, FCC Part15B Class A, ICES-003 Class A.
• Protection circuits: supply reverse-connection, per-output short-circuit and surge protection.
• Interference prevention: series connection and switch setting support up to 2 units.
• Communication: no built-in ports, protocols or expansion options.

Physical Construction

• Material: aluminum alloy main unit; PPS (GF40%) upper and lower case.
• Front cover: polycarbonate with SUS304 components.
• Weight: transmitter 120 g; receiver 120 g.
• Dimensions (H×W×D): not available from the manufacturer specification.

Installation Guide

• Mount the transmitter and receiver face each other and align them within the ±2.5° angular aperture.
• Keep the detecting distance between 0.3 m and 12 m for stable optical synchronization.
• Use the series connection and switch setting to prevent interference between up to 2 units.
• Wire the two NPN OSSD outputs to the safety relay or controller with load wiring resistance up to 2.5 Ω.
• Provide a Class 2 24 VDC supply with ripple of 10% or less and respect the 150 mA load limit.
• Verify the response time of max. 4.5 ms against the safety distance calculation for your machine.
• Protect the front cover from heavy impact and confirm IP65/IP67 sealing after installation.

Packing List

• Keyence GL-VM15FN transmitter unit, 1 piece.
• Keyence GL-VM15FN receiver unit, 1 piece.
• Mounting brackets and fixing screws, 1 set.
• Instruction sheet for the GL-V series, 1 copy.

Shipping and Support

• We keep this item in stock and dispatch orders within 5 days.
• We ship worldwide through FedEx, UPS and DHL.
• We accept returns within 30 days of delivery.
• Every unit is brand new and original from Keyence.

FAQ

• Q: What object size does the GL-VM15FN detect?
  A: It detects fingers and objects down to ø14 mm across 15 beam axes.
• Q: What is the maximum detecting distance?
  A: The GL-VM15FN works from 0.3 m up to 12 m.
• Q: How fast does the OSSD respond?
  A: The response time from ON to OFF is max. 4.5 ms.
• Q: Which output type does this model provide?
  A: It provides two NPN transistor OSSD outputs.
• Q: Can two units work side by side?
  A: Yes, series connection and switch setting prevent interference for up to 2 units.
• Q: What protection rating does the housing offer?
  A: The housing meets IP65/IP67 per IEC60529.
• Q: What temperature range does it support?
  A: It operates from -30 to +55 °C without freezing.
• Q: Is the product new and in stock?
  A: Yes, it is brand new and in stock, with dispatch within 5 days.