Leuze electronic DDLSS 500 data transmission photoelectric sensor

The DDLSS 500 from Leuze electronic is claimed to be the world’s first data transmission photoelectric sensor.

It links Ethernet networks using optical data transmission with a bandwidth of 100 Mbps and is thus a central network component. The devices transmit all common Ethernet protocols such as Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP or Ethernet UDP in real time up to a distance of 200 m. For quick and simple on-site diagnostics, the product has a status LED visible from afar for displaying warnings and errors, and all relevant data can be called up using remote diagnostics.

Through the modular, basic design, the devices can be arranged flexibly depending on needs regarding operating range, remote diagnostics options and heating, and there is an integrated laser alignment aid. An integrated spirit level and the premounted mounting plate with spring-loaded pivoting brackets make alignment simple, only requiring one person.

All warning messages which may signal an interruption of the transfer are displayed in real time and, in the DDLS 548i version, actively transferred to the control using process data as a Profinet participant.