L E 2 0 Safety Evalution Unit

D e s c r i p t i o n
T e c h n i c a l
L E 2 0
S a f e t y E v a l u t i o n Un i t
Technical Description Contents
LE 20
Contents
1 Document information ............................................................................................... 5
1.1 Function of this document ................................................................................... 5
1.2 Target group of this document ......................................................................... 5
1.3 Depth of information in this document ........................................................ 5
1.4 Symbols used in this document ....................................................................... 5
2 Safety ................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Safety regulations ..................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Uses of the device .................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Intended use of the device ................................................................................. 7
2.4 General safety advice and protective measures ................................... 8
2.5 Test instructions......................................................................................................... 9
2.6 Environmental considerations ......................................................................... 11
3 Product description .................................................................................................. 12
3.1 System specification ............................................................................................ 12
3.2 Design and mode of operation ...................................................................... 13
3.3 Device functions, LE 20 and LE 20-Muting ............................................ 14
3.4 Device functions, LE 20-Muting .................................................................... 16
3.5 System components ............................................................................................. 22
3.6 Display elements ..................................................................................................... 24
4 Installation .................................................................................................................... 25
4.1 IP 20 version ............................................................................................................. 25
4.2 IP 65 version ............................................................................................................. 25
5 Electrical installation .............................................................................................. 26
6 Commissioning ........................................................................................................... 30
6.1 Overview of commissioning procedure ...................................................... 30
6.2 Function test ............................................................................................................. 30
7 Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 31
8 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 31
9 Technical data ............................................................................................................ 33
9.1 Technical data, LE 20 .......................................................................................... 33
9.2 Technical data, relay module .......................................................................... 35
10 Ordering data ............................................................................................................ 36
10.1 Ordering data, LE 20 ........................................................................................ 36
10.2 Ordering data, LE 20-Muting ........................................................................ 36
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Contents Technical Description
Safety evaluation unit LE 20
11 Appendix ................................................................................................................ 37
11.1 Accessories ............................................................................................................. 37
11.2 Dimensional drawings ....................................................................................... 38
11.3 Wiring diagrams .................................................................................................... 42
11.4 Testable single-beam photoelectric safety ................................................
switches .................................................................................................................... 48
11.5 Declaration of conformity .............................................................................. 60
11.6 Checklist .................................................................................................................... 62
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Technical Description Document information Section 1
LE 20
1 Document information
1.1 Function of this document

This document provides information on the LE 20 safety evaluation unit.
Points covered are:
Safety
Design and mode of operation
Use of the product
Product interfaces
Maintenance
1.2 Target group of this document

This document is aimed at the following groups:
Machine designers
Production engineers
Buyers
Health and safety representatives
Maintenance personnel
1.3 Depth of information in this document

This document contains all the information required for planning,
procurement and maintenance of the device. It provides information
concerning their function, potential applications and installation.
More detailed information can be obtained directly from your local SICK
office.
1.4 Symbols used in this document

Some of the information presented in this document is highlighted in
order to help you access it quickly and conveniently.

Section 2 Safety Technical Description
Note Notes provide information on special features of the device.
Explanation An explanation provides background knowledge, which will help you

understand the technical functions and features of the device.
Recommendation A recommendation will help you to get the best from your device.
Warning!
Warning Ø Always read warning notices carefully and follow them closely.
2 Safety
The device can only perform its safety function if it is used correctly and
integrated into the process in a failsafe way.
The LE 20 safety evaluation unit meets the requirements of type 2
devices as laid down in EN 61496.
2.1 Safety regulations
Installation and electrical connections may only be carried out by

qualified personnel.
Qualified in this context means that personnel have undergone special-
ist training and have gained experience of power-driven machinery/
equipment.They are also required to be sufficiently familiar with the
relevant national health and safety regulations, accident prevention
regulations, directives and codes of practice to be able to assess the
safe condition of any power-driven machinery/equipment. Such
persons are normally qualified personnel of the manufacturers of the
Electro Sensitive Protective Equipment (ESPE) or personnel who have
been trained accordingly by the device manufacturers and are
engaged primarily for the testing of electro-sensitive protective equip-
ment and have been commissioned by the machine operators.

Technical Description Safety Section 2
LE 20
Installation, and use of the LE 20 safety evaluation unit is subject to

national and international legal regulations and standards, in particular
– Machinery Safety Regulations derived from the Machinery
Directive 98/37 EC
– Work Equipment Regulations derived from the Provision and Use of
Work Equipment Directive 89/655 EEC
– Relevant safety regulations and
– Accident prevention regulations and safety guidelines.
The manufacturers and operators of the machinery on which our
safety devices are used are solely responsible for ensuring all appli-
cable safety guidelines and regulations from the relevant authorities
are observed and complied with.
In addition, our recommendations, in particular instructions for
testing (see section 2.5 Test instructions) set out in this Technical
Description and in the Operating Instructions (including instructions
relating to use, mounting, installation and integration into the machine
control system)must be followed.
The tests must be performed by qualified experts or by specially
authorised and instructed personnel and must be documented in
such a way as to be able to be viewed and understood at any time.
Our Operating Instructions must be made available to the employee
(operator) of the machine on which our safety device is used. The
employee must be instructed by qualified experts.
2.2 Uses of the device

The LE 20 safety evaluation unit must only be used in conjunction with
the C 2000 safety light curtain, the M 2000 multi-beam photoelectric
safety switch or suitable testable single-beam photoelectric safety
switches. It is the link between the machine control system and the
photoelectric switch. In accordance with type 2 requirements, it can
periodically check the safe functioning of the connected photoelectric
switches and stops the hazardous movement in the event of a fault. It
also provides a photoelectric switch system with additional safety and
monitoring functions.
2.3 Intended use of the device

The LE 20 safety evaluation unit must only be used for the purposes set
out in 2.2 Uses of the device.
The device may be operated only in accordance with its technical specifi-
cations. Any other use or modification - including during mounting and
installation - will invalidate any guarantee and any claim against SICK AG.

2.4 General safety advice and protective

measures
The following instructions must be observed to ensure use in accordance
with the intended purpose:
2.4.1 General advice to ensure the protective function
The protective function is only assured if the following conditions are

fulfilled:
The installation was planned in accordance with the Technical Descrip-
tions of the C 2000 C SAFETY LIG HT CURTAIN AND THE M 2000
MULTI-BEAM PHOTOELECTRIC SAFETY SWITCH.
The external power supply to the devices must be capable of with-
standing a short-term power failure of 20 ms in accordance with
EN 60204. Suitable power supply units are available from SICK as
accessories (Siemens series 6 EP 1).
Testing before initial start-up serves the purpose of confirming that
the safety requirements demanded by national/international regula-
tions, in particular the Machinery Directive and Provision and Use of
Work Equipment Directive, are fulfilled (EC declaration of conformity).
2.4.2 Ensuring the protective function, LE 20 and
LE 20- Muting
Muting sensors must be arranged such that muting cannot be

triggered unintentionally by personnel (see Fig. 2-1).
Fig. 2-1: Arrangement of muting sensors

a = Opposing sensors must not be capable of simultaneous activation.
s = Adjacent sensors must not be capable of simultaneous activation.

LE 20
The Reset and Override buttons connected to the LE 20 to cancel the

reset interlock must be arranged such that they cannot be pressed
from within the danger zone.
The entire danger zone must be visible from the position of the Reset
and Override buttons.
For muting, at least one muting indicator lamp must be installed to
indicate the increased safety risk during the muting phase. The lamp is
essential. The muting function is not possible without it.
Muting may only be activated during the time when the object
is blocking access to the danger zone.
Muting must be automatic, but must not be dependent on a single
electrical signal.
Muting must not be entirely dependent on software signals.
The muting condition must be cancelled immediately after the object
has passed through, thereby reactivating the safety device.
2.5 Test instructions
2.5.1 Testing of the protective d ev i c e by an expert ,
before initial start-up of the machine
Testing before initial start-up serves the purpose of confirming that

the safety requirements demanded by national/international regula-
tions, in particular the Machinery Safety Regulations derived from the
Machinery Directive 98/37 EC and the Work Equipment Regulations
derived from the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Directive
89/655 EEC are fulfilled (EC declaration of conformity).
Test the effectiveness of the protective device on the machine in all
operating modes programmable on the machine.
The personnel operating the machine protected by the safety device
must be instructed by qualified personnel prior to starting work. The
instruction is the responsibility of the machine operating company.
2.5.2 Re g u l a r t e s t i n g o f t h e p ro t e c t i ve d e v i c e by ex p e r t s
Testing must be carried out in accordance with the valid national

regulations and standards at the intervals specified therein. The
purpose of these tests is to reveal any modifications or manipulations
of the protective device since the initial commissioning.

The tests must be carried out in the event of any major modifications
to the machine or protective device, as well as after re-fitting or repair
in the event of damage to the housing, front screen, connecting cable,
etc.
2.5.3 Daily testing of the protective device by
authorised personnel
Check for wear or damage to the housing, front screen or electrical

connection cable.
Check that the protection is effective for the set operating mode.
LE 20 with M 2000
Ø By the operator, daily or prior to each work session by means of

complete coverage of every beam of light.
Only the red LEDs on the LE 20 and the M 2000 must light.
LE 20 with C 2000
Ø Move the test rod slowly through the length of the protective field
(see rating plate: "Resolution") at three different points:
1. Protective field limits/protective field markings close to sender
(access opening)
2. Protective field limits/protective field markings close to receiver
3. Protective field limits in middle between sender and receiver
Only the red LEDs on the LE 20 and the C 2000 must light.
Single-beam photoelectric safety switches with LE 20
Ø By the operator, daily or prior to each work session by means of

complete coverage of every beam of light.
Only the red LED on the LE 20 must light.
In case of fault stop the machine!
Warning If one or more faults occur in the course of the test, the machine must
be shut down.
Guideline for all listed device combinations: If the green or green and
yellow LED(s) on the receiver light(s) at any point, the protective device
must be checked. Work must not be then allowed on the machine.

LE 20
2.6 Environmental considerations

The LE 20 safety evaluation unit is designed to have the lowest possible
impact on the environment. It neither emits nor contains any environ-
mentally damaging substances, and consumes minimal quantities of
energy and resources.
Always consider the environment in everything you do at the workplace.
This also means complying with the following instructions concerning
disposal.
Disposal
SICK AG does not accept return of unusable or irreparable devices.
When disposing of such devices:
1. Follow the applicable national regulations governing waste disposal.
2. Remove the housings of the devices.
3. Remove the front screen and ensure it is returned to the plastics
recycling process.
4. Ensure the powder-coated housing is returned to the recycling process
for aluminium.
5. Dismantle electronic modules and connecting cables.
6. Dispose of all electronic modules and connecting cables as special
waste or electronic scrap.

Section 3 Product description Technical Description
3 P rroduct
oduct description
3.1 System specification

The safety evaluation unit LE 20 can be used in conjunction with the
C 2000 or M 2000 or with 1 ... 6 single-beam photoelectric safety
switches to construct a complete safety system for personal protection
on machinery or plant. The variety of functions offered by the photo-
electric switch system varies with the configuration level.
At maximum configuration the system comprises a cascade of photo-
electric switches with three sender/receiver pairs or two cascades of
single-beam photoelectric safety switches each with three sender/
receiver pairs, the safety evaluation unit LE 20 and four muting sensors.
A system of this kind is able to distinguish between objects which are
permitted to intrude into the danger zone and personnel. The photo-
electric switch system stops the hazardous movement as soon as a
person enters the danger zone. In contrast, if a specific object, such as a
material pallet, enters the danger zone, the machine or line continues
working without interruption.
Fig. 3-1: Maximum configuration of the photoelectric switch system

a = Power supply d + f = LE 20-Muting g = Relay module
s = Muting sensors f = LE 20 h = Photoelectric switch
cascade

Technical Description Product description Section 3
LE 20
3.2 Design and mode of operation

The LE 20 safety evaluation unit is able to carry out a periodic safety
test of the connected photoelectric switches, and provides the photo-
electric switch system with the additional Reset Interlock and External
Device Monitoring safety functions. The expanded LE 20-Muting version
uses additional muting sensors to distinguish objects entering the danger
zone past the photoelectric switches from human beings, and allows the
objects to pass without stopping the machine.
The devices have the following functions:
LE 20 Test function
Reset interlock (RES)
External device monitoring (EDM)
LE 20-Muting Test function
Muting
Override
LE 20
LE 20-Muting
Fig. 3-2: Safety evaluation unit LE 20 and LE 20-Muting

The devices consist of a plastic housing with one (LE 20) or two (LE 20-
Muting) terminal strips for the electrical connections. The second terminal
strip (LE20-Muting) permits the connection of up to four muting sensors,
two muting indicator lamps and configuration connections for the muting
functions (see 3.4.1).
3.3 Device functions, LE 20 and

LE 20-Muting
3.3.1 Test functions
Testing of single-beam photoelectric safety switches
The correct functioning of the testable single-beam photoelectric safety

switches is tested after power-up. The evaluation unit sends a test signal
via the TEST A and TEST B terminals to the photoelectric switch senders
and tests the response of the photoelectric switch receivers by way of
the SENSOR A and SENSOR B signal inputs. In operation, the testable
single-beam photoelectric safety switches are tested automatically every
2 seconds. This test routine is only active when the TEST/NON input is
open, or connected to 0 V. When a fault occurs the two switching out-
puts OSSD 1 and OSSD 2 on the evaluation unit immediately switch to
Off. The test has no influence on the protective effect of the connected
cascades of photoelectric switches or the individual switches.
Note The two OSSD 1 and OSSD 2 outputs on the evaluation unit must be
maintained in two-channel configuration in the machine control.
Note Since the C 2000 and M 2000 test themselves, only outputs OSSD 1
and OSSD 2 of the C 2000 and M 2000 are connected to SENSOR A
and SENSOR B on the LE 20. The test inputs of the C 2000 and M
2000 must be connected to TEST A or TEST B on the LE 20.
External test
Since the LE 20 system tests itself, no external test is required and the
TEST EXTERN input must be connected to 24 V. If the machine control is
already set up for an external test, however, the LE 20 system can be
configured for external testing. For this, a NC contact is connected to the
TEST EXTERN input on the evaluation unit. At a signal level of 24 V at
this input the device self-test is active. If the 24-V signal is shut off for at
least 30 ms by a NC contact, the evaluation unit executes an additional
test cycle. The additional cycle tests the evaluation unit and the photo-
electric safety switches. To confirm the self-test was successful, the two
OSSD outputs on the evaluation unit switch Off. The NC contact must
then again connect 24 V to the TEST EXTERN input. If the test takes
longer than 150 ms, the reset interlock must be activated.

LE 20
The TEXT EXTERN connection must not be used for the connection
of an Emergency Stop Switch.
Warning
3.3.2 Reset interlock (R ES)
When a beam of light has been interrupted, the reset interlock prevents
the machine from resetting until the Reset button - connected to the
RES terminal - has been pressed and released once the light beam is
clear.
The Reset button must also be pressed when the device is switched on.
The function is selective.
Select the correct mounting location for the Reset button!

The Reset button must be installed such that it cannot be pressed from
Warning within the danger zone and the entire danger zone is visible when the
button is being pressed.
While the evaluation unit is waiting for the Reset command, a yellow LED
indicates the waiting condition. The Reset interlock is activated by
connecting 0 V to the RES DISABLE terminal and deactivated by
connecting 24 V to it.
No Reset interlock if RES DISAB LE deactivated!

If the Reset interlock has been deactivated by way of the RES DISABLE
Warning terminal, the machine control must perform the Reset interlock function.
3.3.3 External device monitoring (EDM)
The external device monitor checks that the connected switching device
(relay, contactor etc.) is operating correctly. The LE20 monitors the NC
contacts connected to the EDM terminals. Failure of operation of the
contacts results in the LE20 switching off the outputs and switching to
an error state. When the reset function is active, repeated attempts at
starting are possible. The signal at the EDM input must change within
300 ms. The external device monitor is activated by connecting 0 V to
the EDM DISABLE terminal and deactivated by connecting 24 V to it.

3.4 Device functions, LE 20- Muting

The LE 20-Muting safety evaluation unit is used in applications in which
specific objects, such as material pallets, are permitted to pass through
the danger zone. In such cases it mutes the photoelectric safety
switches for the time during which the object is passing through the light
beam switches. Additional muting sensors register the presence of the
conveyed material during this time. By appropriate selection of the
sensor types and their arrangement, it is possible to distinguish between
the object concerned and personnel. For this process, two, three or four
muting sensors can be connected to the safety evaluation unit.
3.4.1 Muting
Muting is activated when the following conditions are fulfilled:
Muting conditions
Number of Muting conditions

muting sensors
2 M1&M2
4 M 1 & M 2 or
M3&M4
During transfer of the muting conditions to the other
sensor pair the muting condition is briefly M 1 & M 2 &
M3&M4.
Table 3-1: Muting conditions
Concurrence monitoring
In addition to the muting conditions, concurrence monitoring can be

activated (see Table 5-3). One pair of muting sensors must then respond
within 3 seconds. Table 3-2 shows the exact conditions depending on
the number of sensors.
Number of Muting condition + concurrence monitoring

muting sensors
2 M 1 & M 2 must respond within 3 seconds.
3 M 3 must respond first, then M 1 & M 2 within
3 seconds. M 3 must only be released when
M 1 & M 2 respond (direction detection).
4 M 1 & M 2 must respond within 3 seconds,
M 3 & M 4 must respond within 3 seconds.
A sensor pair must only be released when the other
sensor pair responds. The order is irrelevant.
Table 3-2: Muting conditions and concurrence monitoring

LE 20
Sequence monitoring
In addition to the muting conditions, sequence monitoring can be acti-

vated (see Table 5-3). The muting sensors must then respond and
release again in a specific time sequence. Table 3-3 shows the exact
conditions depending on the number of sensors.
Number of Muting condition + sequence monitoring
muting sensors
2 Sequence monitoring not possible.
3 The muting sensors must be activated in the order
M 3 before M 1 & M 2 (direction detection).
4 The muting sensors must respond in the order
M 1 before M 2 before M 3 before M 4 or M 4 before
M 3 before M 2 before M 1 and be released again in
the same order.
Table 3-3: Muting conditions and sequence monitoring
Note For the muting conditions to be fulfilled, the object must only move in the
way described through the muting beams and past the photoelectric
safety switch. Any other movement by the object, such as entering into
the monitoring area and moving back again, or withdrawing the object
from the monitoring area will result in a muting error; the OSSD outputs
on the evaluation unit are shut off.
Configuring the number of muting sensors
The number of muting sensors is configured by jumpers at terminals

BIT 1 and BIT 2 . As shown in Table 5-2 in section 5, the jumpers must
be connected to BIT 1 or BIT 2 and to the adjacent Intercon.+ -
terminals.
Configuring muting monitors
The two muting options are configured depending on the number of

connected muting sensors. They are configured by means of jumpers
connected between the SEQUENCE or CONCURR. terminals and the
adjacent Intercon terminals. +. Table 5-3 in section 5 shows how the
jumpers are to be connected for the various muting monitors.
3.4.2 Arrangement of muting sensors
The muting sensors must always be arranged such that the material is
safely detected and personnel are unable to trigger the muting function.
In addition to the general safety advice given in section 2.2, we also
advise following the guidelines:

The material (pallet, vehicle ...) must be detected by the muting

sensors over its entire length; that is, the output signals from the
sensors must not be interrupted.
This is of particular importance where material is placed on the pallet
at an offset or where the reference height for the sensors varies with
differing material.
The overall arrangement of photoelectric safety switch and muting
sensors must be selected such that the preceding material has
passed by the last muting sensor and all muting sensors are deacti-
vated before new material reaches the first sensors.
The sensors should only detect the material and not the conveyance
(pallet or vehicle), to prevent personnel on the conveyance from
entering the danger zone.
Fig. 3-4: The muting sensors should detect the load, not the pallet.
a = Pallet s = Material d = Muting sensor f = Transport plane
As internal evaluation of the sensor signals takes some time, the

material must not be registered too short a distance before the light
beams of the photoelectric safety switch. A minimum distance must
therefore be maintained (see Fig. 3-5).
S M1
R M2
Fig. 3-5: Distance between detection line and muting sensors

LE 20
The detection line of the muting sensors must maintain a minimum distance
from the beams of the photoelectric safety switch.
a = Material S = Sender v = Belt speed [m/s]
R = Receiver m = Minimum distance [m] M 1, M 2 = Muting sensors
Calculation of the minimum distance:

m [m] = v [m/s] x 0.25 s
Cross-over arrangement of muting sensors
M1 S
M2 R
Fig. 3-6: Distances when installing muting sensors

a = Distance between edge of object and muting sensor as short as possible
s = Distance between safety light beam and crossover point of muting beams
as short as possible
Position of crossover point
Note When the object is being conveyed forwards, the crossover point of the
beams should be behind the safety light beams.
When the object is being conveyed forwards and backwards, the cross-
over point of the muting sensors must be within the safety light beam.
The following diagrams show a number of example arrangements of
muting sensors.

Cross-over arrangement with 3 muting sensors
M1 S
M3 M2 R
Fig. 3-7: Safety evaluation unit LE 20-Muting with muting sensors in cross-over
arrangement with direction detector
a =Pallet of material s = Danger zone
S = Sender R = Receiver
M 1 ... M 3 = Muting sensors
Possible monitoring: Sequence
Arrangement of 4 muting sensors in series
M1 M2 R M3 M4
Fig. 3-8: Safety evaluation unit LE 20-Muting with muting sensors in series
a = Pallet of material s = Danger zone
S = Sender R = Receiver
M 1 ... M 4 = Muting sensors
Possible monitoring: Sequence

LE 20
3.4.3 Override
The override function allows you to move the object out of the muting
area when a fault has occurred. The evaluation unit can be enabled
despite the fact that the light beam is interrupted. This requires that the
muting sensors emit a valid muting signal. This function is indicated by
the Override lamp. The Override button must be pressed and released
again. Only when all muting sensors have been deactivated does the
system return to normal muting monitoring.
If the fault occurs repeatedly in muting mode, the system and the
arrangement of the muting sensors must be checked.
Note After the Override button has been pressed the system must be operat-
ing in normal muting monitoring mode again no more than 30 minutes
later, otherwise the evaluation unit will lockout.
A lamp can be connected to terminal 14 - OVERRIDE LAMP - and con-
figured to light up whenever the Override button can be pressed. If the
Override lamp is not lit, the Override function cannot be activated.
Note If the Override lamp is defective or not connected, the Override function
can still be activated (see section 8).
The Override function cannot be deselected.
Select the correct mounting locations for the Override button and
Override lamp!
Warning
The Override button must be installed such that it cannot be pressed
from within the danger zone and the entire danger zone is visible when
the button is being pressed. The Override lamp should be visible from the
system control console.
The Override button must be a NO contact which, when operated,

connects 24 V to the OVERRIDE input of the evaluation unit.
Technical data, Override lamp:
Power supply connection 24 V DC

Bulb wattage 1 ... 10 W
Max. cable length: 10 m
Colour White

3.5 System components
Muting sensors
As a general principle, any type of sensor can be connected to the

safety evaluation unit:
Optical sensors
Inductive sensors
Mechanical switches
Signals from a control
They must conform to the following technical specifications, however:
Power supply connection 24 V DC
Sensor output PNP (open collector) or relay contact
Signal level when sensor
Detects object high (³ 15.5 V DC)
Object not detected low (£ 10.5 V DC)
Note The safety and muting sensors cannot be powered from the LE 20
safety evaluation unit.
Note If the wires for the muting sensors are routed outside the switch cabinet,
they must be carried in separately shielded cables.
Relay module
The switching outputs of the safety evaluation unit are fitted with two
semiconductor outputs, max. output current 0.5 A. If the switching
capacity is inadequate, or if volt-free contacts are required, relay module
can be operated by the two semi-conductor outputs.
9 8 7 6
5 4 3 2 1
Fig. 3-9: Safety evaluation unit LE 20 with relay module

LE 20
Muting indicator lamp
An external muting indicator lamp is required to signal the operation of

muting mode. The lamp is essential. The muting function is not possible
without this device connected.
The function of the muting indicator lamp is monitored. For redundant
indication, two lamps can be connected. If only one lamp is used, it is
connected to LAMP 1. LAMP 2 must then be linked with the adjacent
Intercon.+ terminal. If LAMP 1 fails, LAMP 2 flashes - if connected - and
LAMP 1 can be replaced during operation.
Muting lamps visible from control console!
Warning The muting lamps must be visible from the system control console.
Technical data:
Power supply connection 24 V DC (from safety evaluation unit)

Bulb wattage 1 ... 10 W
Max. cable length: 10 m
Bulb life approx. 2500 h
The following muting indicator lamp is available as an accessory from
SICK:
indicator lamp
optic 2 018 764 optic
electronic electronic
24 V 4W
Fig. 3-10: Muting indicator lamp with bulb and mounting kit for wall mounting,
part no. 2 020 743 (connecting cable not included)

3.6 Display elements

Three LEDs and a 7-segment display on the front panel show status and
diagnostic information.
Fig. 3-11: Display elements of the safety evaluation unit LE 20 and

LE 20-Muting
No. Display Meaning/Function

a OSSD LED red, lit OSSD outputs switched to OFF
(light path interrupted)
s RESET LED yellow, lit Waiting for reset command (light path
uninterrupted)
d OSSD LED green, lit OSSD outputs switched to ON
(light path clear)
f Override lamp lit Start possible by pressing Override button
(if connected)
g 7-segment display Output of fault codes (see section 8)
Display "Off" Normal operating condition
C Evaluation unit in muting mode
h LAMP 1 lit LE 20 in muting mode
j LAMP 1 flashing Muting lamp 2 (at LAMP 2) defective or jumper
between LAMP 2 and Intercon.+ not fitted
k LAMP 2 flashing Muting lamp 1 (at LAMP 1) defective or not
(if connected) connected
Table 3-4: Display elements of the safety evaluation unit LE 20 and
LE 20-Muting

Technical Description Installation Section 4
LE 20
4 In s t a l l a t i o n
4.1 IP-20 housing
Use IP-20 housing only for cabinet installation!
Warning The IP-20 housing must only be used for installation in a switch cabinet.
The IP-20 version is installed by clipping the housing onto a DIN standard
top-hat rail.
4.2 IP-65 housing
How to install the IP-65 housing:

1. Open the clamp lever hinges using a screwdriver and a detach the
front panel of the housings (see Fig. 4-1).
F
F
B B
Fig. 4-1: IP-65 housing, removing the front panel

F = Front panel B = Base unit
2. Drill holes for the housing fixing screws, using the base unit as a
template if necessary.
3. Bolt on the base unit.
4. Mount the front panel and close the hinges.

Section 5 Electrical installation Technical Description
5 Electrical installation
Remove the power to the system!
Warning Ensure the system cannot start up unintentionally while you are connect-
ing up the LE20.
Ø Make sure the power to the system is removed during electrical
installation.
Route the OSSD output cables of the testable single-beam

photoelectric safety switches separately!
Warning
The wires of the OSSD switching outputs must be routed to the SENSOR
A and SENSOR B terminals in separate sheathed cables isolated from
the other wires.
Ø Route the electrical connections according to the supplied circuit

diagram and the following terminal assignment tables.
Note On the IP-65 housing the terminal blocks should be used to wire the
photoelectric safety switches and muting sensors, as shown in Fig. 5-1.
Fig. 5-1: Terminal blocks, IP-65 housing

a = For photoelectric safety switches s = For muting sensors

Technical Description Electrical installation Section 5
LE 20
Safety ev a l u a t i o n unit LE 20 and LE 20- Muting
Pin no. Label Function (I = input, O = output)
1 +24 V DC Power supply connection, +24 V DC
2 0V Power supply connection, 0 V
3 TEST EXTERN I: Self-test, LE 20 system = 24 V (external test deactivated),

external test, LE 20 system = 0 V (external test activated),
connection to 24 V DC with NC contact
SENSOR A*) I: Output connection of channel A photoelectric switch
5 TEST/NON I: 0 V = testable sensors

24 V = photoelectric switch type C 2000, M 2000
6 SENSOR B*) I: Output connection of channel B photoelectric switch
7 RES I: Reset interlock, connection for the NO reset button to 24V of the reset
button, without reset interlock: NC
8 EDM I: External device monitoring, connection for in-series connection

of the two NC contacts of the switching contacts to 24 V;
connect EDM to 24 V if EDM DISABLE is deactivated
9 nc/Override Not connected for LE 20 without muting/

I: Connection for the NO contact of the Override button, 24 V
10 EDM DISABLE I: External device monitoring, 0 V = activated, 24 V = deactivated
11 RES DISABLE I: Reset interlock, 0 V = activated, 24 V = deactivated
12 TEST A O: Test signal of photoelectric switch on channel A
13 TEST B O: Test signal of photoelectric switch on channel B
14 nc/ Not connected for LE 20 without muting/

OVERRIDE LAMP O: Output for override lamp, 24 V, PNP, I max = 500 mA
15 OSSD 1 O: Switching output 1, PNP, 500 mA
16 OSSD 2 O: Switching output 2, PNP, 500 mA
Table 5-1: Terminal assignment evaluation unit LE 20 and LE 20-Muting, nc = (not connected)
Note
*) If only one pair of photoelectric switches is connected, a jumper must
be connected between SENSOR A (4) and SENSOR B (6).
Relay module
The switching outputs of the safety evaluation unit are fitted with two
semiconductor outputs, max. output current 0.5 A. If the switching
capacity is inadequate, or if volt-free contacts are required, a relay
module can be operated by the two semi-conductor outputs.

Section 5 Electrical installation Technical Description
Safety evaluation unit LE 20- Muting
Pin no. Label Function (I = input, O = output)
18 LAMP 1 O: 24-V-PNP output for muting lamp, I max = 500 mA
19 LAMP 2 I/O: 24-V-PNP output for muting a redundant muting lamp,

I max = 500 mA.
If only LAMP 1 is connected, LAMP 2 is connected to Intercon.+.
20 Intercon.+ O: Auxiliary control voltage (U B)
22 CONCURR. I: Concurrence monitoring, see Table 5-3
23 SEQUENCE I: Sequence monitoring, see Table 5-3
26 BIT 2 I: Configuration of number of installed photoelectric muting switches:

Bit 1 Bit 2
nc nc 4 sensors
27 BIT 1 Intercon.+ nc 3 sensors
nc Intercon.+ 2 sensors
Intercon.+ Intercon.+ Not permitted
29 M4 I: Photoelectric muting switch 4

Table 5-2: Terminal assignment LE 20-Muting, nc = not connected
Number of CONCURR. SEQUENCE Muting monitor:

muting sensors Muting condition +
4 nc nc Sequence monitoring
nc Intercon.+ Concurrence monitoring
Intercon.+ Intercon.+ (only muting condition)
3 nc nc Concurrence monitoring with direction monitoring
Intercon.+ Intercon.+ (only muting condition +) direction monitoring
nc nc Concurrence monitoring
2
Intercon.+ Intercon.+ (only muting condition)
Table 5-3: Configuration of muting monitoring, nc = not connected

Technical Description Electrical installation Section 5
LE 20
5
4
3 9
R2
8
2
7
R1
1 6
Fig. 5-2: Terminal assignment, relay module
Pin no. Label Function (O = output, I = input)
1 IN 1 I: Connection to OSSD 1 from interface, LE 20
2 COM Connection to 0 V
3 IN 2 I: Connection to OSSD 2 from interface, LE 20
4 Monit. A O: Relay output, connect side A of NC contact to

24 V DC
5 Monit. B O: Relay output, connect side B of NC contact to EDM

of LE 20 interface
6 OSSD 1 B O: Relay output, side B of NO contact of output

relay 1
7 OSSD 1 A O: Relay output, side A of NO contact of output

relay 1
8 OSSD 2 B O: Relay output, side B of NO contact of output

relay 2
9 OSSD 2 A O: Relay output, side A of NO contact of output

relay 2
Table 5-4: Terminal assignment of relay module

Section 6 Commissioning Technical Description
6 Commissioning
6.1 Overview of commissioning procedure
Check the danger zone!
Warning Before commissioning, it must be ensured that there is no personnel in

the danger zone.
Ø Check the danger zone and ensure personnel cannot enter it by
putting up warning notices, mounting guards etc. Observe relevant
legal and local authority requirements.
Observe safety regulations and test instructions!
Warning Ø Observe the safety regulations and test instructions set out in
section 2.
During commissioning, all device functions are subjected to a function

test which must ensure safe usage. Commissioning involves the following
steps:
6.2 Function test
Function test, LE 20
Machine shutdown if at least one beam of light from each

photoelectric safety switch is interrupted
If configured:
External test
Tests , LE 20-Muting
Machine shutdown if at least one beam of light from each

photoelectric safety switch is interrupted
If configured:
External test

Technical Description Troubleshooting Section 8
LE 20

Muting function and muting indicator lamp
Override function and override lamp
7 Ma i n t e n a n c e
The safety evaluation units LE 20 and LE 20-Muting are entirely main-
tenance-free. If the seven-segment display shows error messages,
remedial measures can be taken based on the troubleshooting table
presented in section 8.
Complete function test after eliminating fault!
Warning When a fault has been eliminated a complete function test must be
carried out.
8 T rroubleshooting
oubleshooting
The LE 20 evaluation unit monitors itself in operation:
After power-up, the device runs through a self-test in which it checks
the electronic hardware components.
If a fault is detected during the self-test, the device sends an error
message to the seven-segment display and stops any hazardous
operation.
The following troubleshooting table provides information on possible error
messages which may occur, their causes and remedial action:

Section 8 Troubleshooting Technical Description
7 segment display: Function Cause, check Remedy/Action
7. Override lamp defective or, if Check override lamp, if Replace override lamp, 1), 2)
override lamp is not connect- connected. If the override
ed, override function active function is active the monitor-
(starting possible with ing area must be free for one
Override button) moment within 30 minutes, to
prevent the LE 20 switching
off.
8., flashing Fault in external device EDM input not connected or Check wiring, check
monitoring contactors not dropping out contactors, 2)
A.2., alternating Fault in a photoelectric Check wiring, check TEST/ Check wiring, check
switch, invalid configuration NON input photoelectric switches, 2)
A.4., alternating Override timeout error Override active for longer than Check arrangement of muting
30 min. sensors 1), 2)
A.5., alternating 3 s concurrence monitoring Muting sensor defective,

time exceeded object movement too slow
A.6., alternating Error in on/off sequence of Muting sensor defective Check arrangement of muting
photoelectric muting sensors, 1)
switches
A.7., alternating Both muting lamps defective Wiring fault, lamp defective Replace both lamps, 1), 2)
E. System fault Switch power off and back on Replace device

again
F.1. or F.4., Current overload OSSD 1 or Check wiring of OSSD 1 and Measure current consump-
alternating OSSD 2 OSSD 2 tion (max. 500 mA), 2)
F.2. or F.5., OSSD 1 or OSSD 2 short- Check wiring of OSSD 1 and Repair short-circuit, 2)
alternating circuit to 24 V OSSD 2
F.3. or F.6., Short-circuit between OSSD Check wiring of OSSD 1 and Repair short-circuit, 2)
alternating 1 and OSSD 2 or to 0 V OSSD 2
F.7., alternating Short-circuit between OSSD Check wiring of OSSD 1 and Repair short-circuit, 2)
1 and OSSD 2 or to 24 V OSSD 2
L.2., alternating Invalid configuration Check configuration wiring, Correct wiring, 2)

EDM input connected?
No display Operating voltage outside Measure operating voltage Check wiring, check voltage
permitted range source
Table 8-1: Troubleshooting table, safety evaluation unit LE 20 and LE 20-Muting

1
) Clear monitoring area (by means of Override button or manually)
2
) Switch power off and back on again

Technical Description Technical Data Section 9
LE 20
9 Tec hnical data

Technical
9.1 Technical data, LE 20

Electrical data
Power supply connection UB 24 V DC –30 %/+20 %, 5 % ripple 1)
Current consumption Standard version: I max = 100 mA

Muting version: I max = 150 mA
Power consumption 4 W (without muting and override lamps)
Response time C/M 2000: max.5 ms + sensor response time.

Single-beam photoelec. safety switch: max.14 ms
Response time for test input max. 30 ms
Reset time max. 50 ms
Connecting cables 0.5 mm 2, length max. 30 m

2.5 mm 2, length max. 150 m
Inputs: Signal level On/off high: 15 V ... U B, low: 0 V ... 10 V
TEST EXTERN high: External test inactive

low: External test active
Pulse duration > 30 ms
Concurrence monitoring Time window selectable: 3s or ¥
Self-test cycle time 2s
Outputs
Outputs OSSD 1,OSSD 2 PNP, monitored and short-circuit-proof

(The levels refer to connection Switching current I max = 500 mA
to the system connector) Switching voltage U max = U B – 2.0 V at 500 mA
Switching capacity P max = 13.2 W
Inductive switching capacity P max ind = 1 VA
Protective field free U = U max
Protective field interrupted U = 0 V
Residual current at signal level "0" I = 0 mA
Max. capacitive load 200 nF at I = 50 mA,
2,5 µF at I = 500 mA
TEST A, TEST B (inactive/active) U B – 2.65 V/0 V

Total current TEST A + TEST B < 10 mA
max. capacitive load 10 µF
OVERRIDE LAMP 24 V DC, 1 ... 10 W
LAMP 1, 2 24 V DC, 1 ... 10 W
Table 9-1: Data sheet, LE 20

Section 9 Technical Data Technical Description
Outputs
Protection class III 2)
Enclosure rating IP 20, IP 65 optional
Safety category EN 61496, type 2
Requirements EN 61496
Ambient op. temperature –20 °C ... +60 °C
Storage temperature –25 °C ... +75 °C
Air humidity 15 ... 95 %
Vibration resistance 5 g/10 Hz ... 55 Hz to IEC 68-2-6
Shock resistance 10 g/16 ms to IEC 68-2-29
Table 9-1: Data sheet, LE 20 (continued)

1
) The upper and lower power supply limits must not be infringed.
The external power supply to the devices must be capable of withstanding a
short-term power failure of 20 ms in accordance with EN 60204. Suitable
power supply units are available from SICK as accessories (Siemens series
6 EP 1).
2
) The circuits connected to the inputs and outputs must conform to the
creepage and clearance distances specified in the relevant standards with
regard to safe isolation in accordance with PELV (EN 60204, 6.4).

Technical Description Technical Data Section 9
LE 20
9.2 Technical data, relay module

Rated coil voltage 24 V DC –30 %/+20%
Dropout current 4.2 mA
Coil resistance 520 W ±10 %
Relay contacts
Switching contacts 2 NO
Signalling contacts, in series 1 + 1 NC
Contact load capacity

Max. switching voltage max. 250 V AC/DC
Switching capacity/voltage 690 VA/230 V AC
72 W/24 V DC
Switching current 20 mA ... 3 A
Max. sw.-on current/duration max. 15 A/20 ms
Release time (use to calculate £ 5 ms

response time)
Pickup time £ 20 ms
Operating temperature –20 °C ... +60 °C
Enclosure rating IP 20
Protection class 1) III
Wire range 0.5 ... 2.5 mm 2
Mechanical endurance 5 x 10 7
Electrical endurance 1 x 10 5
Fixing rail DIN (EN 50022-35)
Table 9-2: Data sheet, relay module

1
) The circuits connected to the inputs and outputs must conform to the
creepage and clearance distances specified in the relevant standards with
regard to safe isolation in accordance with PELV (EN 60204, 6.4).

Section 10 Ordering Data Technical Description
10 O rrdering
dering data
10.1 Ordering data, LE 20

Version Type Order no.
IP 20, 16-pin terminal strip required as LE 20-2611 6 020 340

accessory
IP 20, with screw terminal connector LE 20-2612 1 016 503
IP 20, with spring terminal connector LE 20-2614 1 016 505
IP 65, 16-pin terminal strip required as LE 20-1611 6 020 344

accessory
IP 65, with spring clamp terminal connector LE 20-1614 1 016 499
Table 10-1: Ordering data, LE 20
10.2 Ordering data, LE 20- Muting

Version Type Order no.
IP 20, 15-pin and 16-pin terminal strip LE 20-2621 6 020 341

required as accessories
IP 20 with screw terminal connector LE 20-2622 1 016 502
IP 20 with spring clamp terminal connector LE 20-2624 1 016 501
IP 20, 15-pin and 16-pin terminal strip LE 20-1621 6 020 345

required as accessories
IP 65, with spring terminal connector LE 20-1624 1 016 497
Table 10-2: Ordering data, LE 20-Muting

Technical Description Appendix Section 11
LE 20
11 A p p e n d i x
11.1 Accessories
Version Order no.
24-V power supply unit, 4 A, DC, U v = 120/230 V AC 6 010 362
Spring clamp terminal connector, angled, for LE 20, 16-pin 6 020 597
Spring clamp terminal connector, angled, for LE 20, 15-pin 6 020 600
Screw clamp terminal connector for LE 20, 16-pin 6 020 596
Screw clamp terminal connector for LE 20, 15-pin 6 020 599
IP-65 housing for LE 20, fitted with 8 x PG 7, 6 020 343

2 x PG 13,5; prepared for installation of LE 20
Muting indicator lamp with mounting kit 2 020 743
Relay module for LE 20, 2 NO contacts, positively guided, 6 020 342

volt-free, IP 20, terminal strip required as accessories

volt-free, IP 20, including screw clamps

volt-free, IP 20, including spring clamps
Table 11-1: Accessories, LE 20 and LE 20-Muting

Section 11 Appendix Technical Description
11.2 Dimensional drawings
109,5
109.5
90,8
90.8
100.2
100,2
80,9
80.9 77
99,1
99.1
Fig. 11-1: Mechanical dimensions, LE 20 with screw clamps

a = Underside view d = Front view
s = Side view f = Front view, screw clamp connector connected

LE 20
109,5
109.5
90,8
90.8
100,2
100.2
84,8
84.8 121,2
121.2
Fig. 11-2: Mechanical dimensions, LE 20-Muting with screw clamps

a = Underside view d = Front view
s = Side view f = Front view, screw clamp connector connected

173.7
173,7
80
121
226.5
226,5
203,5
203.5
146,7
146.7
PG 13.5
31
PG 7 25
14
14 5
14
14
14
14
14
18
38,5
38.5
136
Fig. 11-3: Mechanical dimensions, IP-65 housing for LE 20 and LE 20-Muting

LE 20
1 2 3 4 5
82
6 7 8 9
45,8
45.8 55
Fig. 11-4: Mechanical dimensions, relay module

11.3 Circuit diagrams

y
y
z
k2 z
x
K2
k1
k1
K1
VS 18-2
VE 18-2
VS 18-2
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
OUTPUT
16
OSSD 2
15
OSSD 1
VS 18-2
VE 18-2
VE 18-2
14
NC 1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
SENSOR
13
TEST B
12
TEST A
11
RES DISABLE
10
EDM DISABLE
INPUT
NC
9
VE 18-2
VS 18-2
VS 18-2
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
EDM
8
k1
k2
RES
7
S1
SENSOR B
6
SENSOR
TEST / NON
5
VS 18-2
VE 18-2
VE 18-2
LE 20
SENSOR A
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
TEST EXTERN
3
kT
POWER IN
0V
2
+24 V DC
1
+24 V
0V
Fig. 11-5: Evaluation unit LE 20 with six single-beam photoelectric safety switches VS/VE 18-2
R = Receiver S = Sender
a = Output circuits. These contacts must be integrated into the control system such that when the output circuit
is open the hazardous state is eliminated. In safety categories 4 and 3 they must be integrated in two-channel
configuration (x,y paths). Single-channel insertion into the control system (z path) is only possible with single-
channel control and taking account of the risk analysis.
Note: If only one pair of photoelectric switches is connected, an additional jumper must be connected between
SENSOR A (4) and SENSOR B (6).
Configured functions: External device monitoring
Reset interlock
External testing

LE 20
y
z
k2 z
K2
x
k1
k1
K1
+ +
_
T
T
16
OUTPUT
WS X
WS X
OSSD 2
15
OSSD 1
14
NC
SENSOR
13
TEST B
WE X
WE X
+ +
Q
Q
_
_
12
TEST A
11
RES DISABLE
10
EDM DISABLE
INPUT
NC
9
+ +
_
_
EDM
T
T
8
k1
k2
WS X
RES WS X
7
S1
SENSOR B
6
SENSOR
TEST / NON
5
WE X
WE X
LE 20
SENSOR A
4
+ +
Q
Q
_
TEST EXTERN
3
kT
POWER IN
0V
2
+24 V DC
1
+24 V
0V
Fig. 11-6: Evaluation unit LE 20 with 4 single-beam photoelectric safety switches WS/WE 27-2, WS/WE 18-2 or
WS/WE 12-2
Note: If only one pair of photoelectric switches is connected, an additional jumper must be connected between
SENSOR A (4) and SENSOR B (6).
Reset interlock
External testing

y
z
k2 z
x
k1
k1
K2
OUTPUT
16
OSSD 2
15
OSSD 1 SHIELD
K1
NC
M 2000 S
C 2000 S
C 2000 S
14
NC
SEL 2
SENSOR
13
8
TEST B
SEL 1
12
TEST A TEST
0V
11
RES DISABLE
24 V
10
EDM DISABLE
INPUT
NC
9
EDM
8
k1
k2
SHIELD
RES
7
SEL 2
M 2000 R
C 2000 R
C 2000 R
S1
SENSOR B SEL 1
6
SENSOR
OSSD 2
TEST / NON
5
LE 20
OSSD 1
SENSOR A
4
0V
TEST EXTERN 24 V
3
kT
POWER IN
0V
2
+24 V DC
1
PELV
+24 V
0V
Fig. 11-7: LE 20 with a cascade: C 2000 - C 2000 - M 2000

Reset interlock
External testing

LE 20
y
z
k2 z
x
k1
k1
A2
A1
H1.1 H1.2
K2
16) PELV
16
OUTPUT
OSSD 2
K1
15
18
OUTPUT
LAMP 1 OSSD 1
SHIELD
14
19
LAMP 2 OVERRIDE LAMP
H5
NC
C 2000 S
SENSOR
13
20
Interconn+ TEST B SEL 2

TIME SELECT
SEL 1
12
21
Interconn+ TEST A
TEST
11
22
CONCURR. RES DISABLE

0V
10
23
SEQUENCE EDM DISABLE 24 V

S2
INPUT
24
Interconn+ OVERRIDE
9
25
Interconn+ EDM
8
k1
k2
CONFIG.
26
BIT 2 RES SHIELD

7
SEL 2
S1
C 2000 R
27
BIT 1 SENSOR B
6
SENSOR
SEL 1
28
Interconn+ TEST / NON

5
OSSD 2
29
M4 SENSOR A OSSD 1
4
0V
30
TEST EXTERN
INPUT
M3
3
kT
24 V
LE 20
POWER IN
31
0V
2
M2
32
+24 V DC
1
M1
+24 V
0V
Fig. 11-8: Evaluation unit LE 20-Muting with C 2000, 2 muting sensors and 2 muting indicator lamps
M = Muting sensor R = Receiver S = Sender
a =Output circuits. These contacts must be integrated into the control system such that when the output circuit is
open the hazardous state is eliminated. In safety categories 4 and 3 they must be integrated in two-channel
Reset interlock
2 muting sensors
Override

y
z
k2 z
x
k1
k1
B2
B1
H1.1 H1.2
A2
A1
K2
16) PELV
OUTPUT
16
OSSD 2
K1
OUTPUT
18
15
LAMP 1 OSSD 1
SHIELD
19
14
LAMP 2 OVERRIDE LAMP H5

HRANGE
M 2000 S
SENSOR
20
13
Interconn+ TEST B SEL 2

TIME SELECT
SEL 1
21
12
Interconn+ TEST A
TEST
22
11

0V
23
10
SEQUENCE EDM DISABLE 24 V

S2
INPUT
24
Interconn+ OVERRIDE
9
25
Interconn+ EDM
8
k1
k2
CONFIG.
26
BIT 2 RES SHIELD

7
M 2000 R
SEL 2
S1
27
BIT 1 SENSOR B
6
SENSOR
SEL 1
28

5
OSSD 2
29
M4 SENSOR A OSSD 1
4
0V
30
INPUT
M3 TEST EXTERN
3
kT
24 V
LE 20
POWER IN
31
0V
2
M2
32
+24 V DC
1
M1
+24 V
0V
Fig. 11-9: Evaluation unit LE 20-Muting with M 2000 and 4 muting sensors
Reset interlock
4 muting sensors
Sequence monitoring
Override

LE 20
y
z
k2 z
x
k1
k1
B1
A2
H1.1 H1.2
A1
K2
16) PELV
OUTPUT
16
OSSD 2
K1
OUTPUT
18
15
LAMP 1 OSSD 1
19
14
LAMP 2 OVERRIDE LAMP
H5
SENSOR
20
13
Interconn+ TEST B
TIME SELECT
21
12
Interconn+ TEST A
22
11

23
10
SEQUENCE EDM DISABLE

S2
INPUT
24
Interconn+ OVERRIDE
9
25
Interconn+ EDM
8
k1
k2
CONFIG.
26
BIT 2 RES
7
SHIELD
M 2000-A/P
S1
27
BIT 1 SENSOR B TEST

6
SENSOR
OSSD 2
28

5
OSSD 1
29
M4 SENSOR A
4
GND
30
INPUT
M3 TEST EXTERN 24 V
3
kT
LE 20
POWER IN
31
0V
2
M2
32
+24 V DC
1
M1
+24 V
0V
Fig. 11-10: Evaluation unit LE 20-Muting with M 2000-A/P and 3 muting sensors
Reset interlock
3 muting sensors
Sequence monitoring
Override

11.4 Testable single-beam photoelectric

safety switches
Usable types: WS/WE 18-2
VS/VE 18-2
WS/WE 27-2
In preparation: WS/WE 12-2
WS/WE 24-2
11.4.1 WS / W E 12-2 (in p re p a r a t i o n )
Fe a t u r e s
Infrared sender LED as alignment aid

Non-sensitive to ambient light sources (HF lamps, hazard warning
flashers)
Safe functioning when installed with opposing beam direction
Adjustable sensitivity

Key to dimensional drawings , WS / WE 12-2 (on next page )
a = Centre of optical axis

s = LED
d = Fixing holes
d = Fixing holes
f = Sensitivity adjuster (WE)
g = Alignment sight
Meanings of the LEDs

LED Meaning
Sender
Green, continuous Sender ready
Green, off No power
Receiver
Yellow, continuous Light path uninterrupted
Yellow, flashing Optic dirty or system slightly misaligned
Table 11-2: Meanings of the LEDs on WS/WE 12-2
Order numbers for systems

System Order no. Integrated sender unit Integrated receiver unit
WS/WE 12-2 P 160 1 018 046 WS 12-2 D 160 WE 12-2 P 160
WS/WE 12-2 P 460 1 018 047 WS 12-2 D 460 WE 12-2 P 460

LE 20
Range Single-beam photoelectric safety switches WS/WE 12-2
WS 12-2 D 460 41,5

41.5
WE 12-2 P 460
10 (12) m
22.6
22,6
7,3
7.3
49
26.9
5,6
5.6
26,9
5.1
5,1
1000
2
100
Function reserve
10
15
2
1
24 10
(m) 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 9,2
9.2
Range (m)
WS 12-2 D 160
a = Typ. max. range WE 12-2 P 160
M 12
s = Scanning range
16,5
16.5
16,5
16.5
Connection scheme
WS 12-2 D 160 WS 12-2 D 460
BN 1
+10 ... 30 V +V +10 ... 30 V BN +V
2
BU 3
0V 0V 0V BU 0V
BK 4
TE TE TE BK TE
WE 12-2 P 160 WE 12-2 P 460
BN 1
+10 ... 30 V +10 ... 30 V BN
BK 4
Q Q Q BK Q
WH Q 2 Q
Q RL Q WH RL
BU RL 3 RL
0V 0V 0V 0V BU 0V 0V

Type WS/WE 12-2 Sender WS 12-2 Receiver WE 12-2

D 160 D 460 P 160 P 460
Order no. 2 021 439 2 021 441 2 021 440 2 021 442
Connection type: sys. connector 4-pin 4-pin
Cable length 2m 2m
Range SR/Range max. typ. 0 ... 10 m/0 ... 12 m
Power supply connection U V 24 V DC –30 %, +20 % 1)
Current consumption, max. 2) 35 mA 25 mA
3
Residual ripple ) < 5 VSS
Light sender LED, infrared light (880 nm),
pulsating, average life 100 000 h (at TU = 25 °C)
Light spot diameter approx. 500 mm at distance of 10 m
Aperture angle/Angle of reception 3.0° / 3.0°
–
Switching outputs PNP, Q u. Q
Signal voltage HIGH/max. U V – 2,5 V
Switching output
Signal voltage LOW 4)/max. approx. 0 V
Switching current
Output current IA max./max. 100 mA
Switching capacity
Pull-down resistance > 10 kW
Resp. time 5); Switch. seq. max. 6) max. 500 µs; 1000 Hz
Test input TE
Sender on TE to UV
Sender off TE to 0 V
VDE protection class
–
Circuit protection U V connections protected against polarity reversal, output Q and short-circuit
protected, interference pulse suppression
Ambient operating temp. TU –40 ... +60 °C
Storage temperature TL –40 ... +75 °C
Weight 200 g 120 g 200 g 120 g
1
) The external power supply to the devices must be capable of withstanding a short-term power failure of 20 ms
in accordance with EN 60204. Suitable power supply units are available from SICK as accessories (Siemens
series 6 EP 1).
2
) Under no load
3
) Must not infringe upper or lower U V tolerances
4
) At T U = +25 °C and 100 mA output current
5
) Signal transit time under ohmic load
6
) At a light/dark ratio of 1:1

LE 20
11.4.2 WS / WE 18-2
Fe a t u r e s
Red-light sender LED as alignment aid

flashers)
Contamination control and adjustment aid by flashing receive indicator
Glass fibre-reinforced plastic housing

Key to dimensional drawings , WS /WE 18-2 (on n ex t page )
a = Centre of optical axis

s = LED
d = Fixing holes
d = Fixing holes
f = Sensitivity adjuster (WE)
g = Alignment sight

LED Meaning
Sender
Green, cont. Sender ready
Green, off No power
Receiver
Yellow, cont. Light path uninterrupted
Yellow, flashing Optic dirty or system slightly misaligned
Table 11-3: Meanings of the LEDs on WS/WE 18-2

System Integrated sender unit Integrated receiver unit
WS/WE 18-2 P 162 1 016 886 WS 18-2 D 162 WE 18-2 P 162
WS/WE 18-2 P 460 1 016 885 WS 18-2 D 460 WE 18-2 P 460
WS/WE 18-2 P 660 1 016 887 WS 18-2 D 660 WE 18-2 P 660

10 (12) m 17 32.5
32,5
WS 18-2 D 460
WE 18-2 P 460
30,3
30.3
1000
75
67
55
100
33.3
33,3
6,3
6.3
4.1
4,1
Function reserve
10
4
max.
14
22 4
0
(m) 4 8 12 16 20 30
Range (m)
WS 18-2 D 162 WS 18-2 D 162

WE 18-2 P 162 WE 18-2 P 162
10
16,5
16.5
Connection scheme
WS 18-2 D 162 WS 18-2 D 460 WS 18-2 D 660
RD 1 1
+10 ... 30 V +V +10 ... 30 V BN +V +10 ... 30 V RD +V
2 3
BU 3 2
0V 0V 0V BU 0V 0V BU 0V
TQ 4 6
TE TE TE BK TE TE TQ TE
WE 18-2 P 162 WE 18-2 P 460 WE 18-2 P 660

RD 1 1
+10 ... 30 V +10 ... 30 V BN +10 ... 30 V RD
GY 4 4
Q Q Q BK Q Q GY Q
OG Q 2 Q 5 Q
Q RL Q WH RL Q OG RL
BU RL 3 RL 2 RL
0V 0V 0V 0V BU 0V 0V 0V BU 0V 0V
6

LE 20

D 162 D 460 D 660 P 162 P 460 P 660
Order no. 2 020 889 2 020 876 2 020 891 2 020 890 2 020 875 2 020 892
Connection type: syst. connector 4-pin 6-pin 4-pin 6-pin
Cable length 2m 2m
3
Light sender LED, visible red light (660 nm),
pulsating, average life 100 000 h (at TU = 25 °C)
Aperture angle/Angle of reception 1.5° / 3.0°
–
Signal voltage HIGH/max. U V – 2.9 V
Switching output
Signal voltage LOW 4)/max. approx. 0 V
Switching current
Output current I A max./max. 100 mA
Switching capacity
Resp. time 5); Switch. seq. max. 6) max. 500 µs; 1000 Hz
Test input TE
Sender on TE to UV
Enclosure rating IP 67 IP 65 IP 67 IP 65
VDE protection class
–
Circuit protection U V connections protected against polarity reversal, output Q and short-circuit
Ambient operating temperature T U –25 ... +60 °C
Storage temperature T L –40 ... +75 °C
Weight 100 g 30 g 100 g 30 g
1
series 6 EP 1).
2
) Under no load
3
4
5
6

11.4.3 VS / V E 18-2
Fe a t u r e s
Visible sender light aids alignment

flashers)

Key to dimensional drawings, VS/VE 18-2 (on next page)

a = Fixing nut M 18
s = On indicator (VS 18-2), Receive indicator (VE 18-2)

LED Meaning
Sender
Red, cont. Sender ready
Receiver
Red, cont. Light path uninterrupted, receiver ready
Table 11-4: Meanings of the LEDs on VS/VE 18-2

VS/VE 18-2 O 4550 6 011 845 VS 18-2 D 5550 VE 18-2 O 4550
Scanning range 16 m, metal housing, system connector M 12, 4-pin,
angled
VS/VE 18-2 0 4450 6 011 846 VS 18-2 D 5450 VE 18-2 O 4450
Scanning range 16 m, metal housing, system connector M 12, 4-pin,
straight

LE 20
Range Single-beam photoelectric safety switches VS/VE 18-2
16 (22) m VS 18-2 D 5450

VE 18-2 O 4450
M12x1
M18x1
200
100 12 18 58 4
80
0
Distance y (mm)
-100
VS 18-2 D 5550
-200 80
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
VE 18-2 O 4550
Distance x (m)
M18x1
14,5
14.5
10,4
10.4
M12x1
58 4
6 12
Connection scheme
VS 18-2 VE 18-2 Q
1 1
+10 ... 30 V (DC) BN +10 ... 30 V (DC) BN
2 2
WH WH
4 4
TE BK Q BK
3 3 RL
0V BU 0V BU
VE 18-2 Q
3
+10 ... 30 V (DC) BU
2
WH
4
Q BK
1 RL
0V BN

Type VS/VE 18-2 Sender VS 18-2 Receiver VE 18-2

D 5450 D 5550 0 4450 O 4550
Order no. 6 011 849 6 011 847 6 011 850 6 011 848
Connection type: sys. connector 4-pin, straight 4-pin, angled 4-pin, straight 4-pin, angled
3
Residual ripple max. ) < 5 VSS
Light sender LED, visible red light, pulsating,
average life 100 000 h (at TU = 25 °C)
Aperture angle/Angle of reception approx. ±4°
Switching outputs PNP
Signal voltage HIGH/max. approx. U V
Switching output
Signal voltage LOW 4) max. 1,2 V (I A = 100 mA)
Output current I A 100 mA
Resp. time 5); Switch. seq. max. 6) max. 2 ms; 250 Hz
VDE protection class III DC unit
Circuit protection U V connections protected against polarity reversal, output short-circuit
Ambient operating temperature TU –25 ... +70 °C
Weight approx. 250 g
1
series 6 EP 1).
2
) Under no load
3
4
5
6

LE 20
11.4.4 WS / W E 27 - 2
Features
Visible sender light aids alignment
flashers)
Safe functioning when installed with opposing beam direction
Front screen heating optional
Glass fibre-reinforced plastic housing

Key t o d i m e n s i o n a l d r a w i n g s , W S / W E 27- 2 ( o n n ex t p a g e )
a = Fixing holes
s = Centre of optical axis

LED Meaning
Sender
Green, cont. Sender ready
Green, off No power or sender testing active
(for duration of testing)
Receiver
Green, cont. Light path uninterrupted
Red, flashing Light path interrupted or sender testing active
Green, flashing Optic dirty or system slightly misaligned
Table 11-5: Meanings of LEDs on WS/WE 27-2

WS/WE 27-2 F 450 S 05 1 016 025 WS 27-2 D 450 S 05 WE 27-2 F 450 S 05
–
Scanning range 35 m, PNP, Q + Q, system connector M 12, 4-pin, heating
WS/WE 27-2 F 730 1 015 124 WS 27-2 D 730 WE 27-2 F 730
–
Scanning range 35 m, PNP, Q + Q, system connector 7-pin
WS/WE 27-2 F 750 1 015 752 WS 27-2 D 750 WE 27-2 F 750
–
Scanning range 35 m, PNP, Q + Q, system connector 7-pin, heating
WS/WE 27-2 F 430 1 015 121 WS 27-2 D 430 WE 27-2 F 430
–
Scanning range 35 m, PNP, Q + Q, system connector M 12, 4-pin


WS 27-2 D 430 WE 27-2 F 430
WS 27-2 D 730 WE 27-2 F 730
25 (35) m WS 27-2 D 750 WE 27-2 F 750
0,3
0.3
53.5
53,5 24
1000
18
43
600
400
200
80
70
100
60
45
40
Function reserve
20
10
6
4
5
2
12,7
12.7
1
4
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
40 5 24
Range (m)
50
a = Limit range WS 27-2 D 450 S 05

s = Operating range WE 27-2 F 450 S 05
d = With red light
4
14,1
14.1
10
M12
28,5
28.5
Connection scheme
WS 27-2 D 730, WS 27-2 D 750 WS 27-2 D 430, WS 27-2 D 450 S 05
1 1
+10 ... 30 V RD +V +10 ... 30 V BN +V
3 2
2 3
0V BU 0V 0V BU 0V
6 4
TE TQ TE TE BK TE
WE 27-2 F 730, WE 27-2 F 750 WE 27-2 F 430, WE 27-2 F 450 S 05

1 1
+10 ... 30 V RD +10 ... 30 V BN
4 4
Q GY Q Q BK Q
5 Q 2 Q
Q OG RL Q WH RL
2 RL 3 RL
0V BU 0V 0V 0V BU 0V 0V
6

LE 20

D 450 S 05 D 430 D 730 D 750 F 450 S 05 F 430 F 730 F 750
Order no. 2 018 932 2 017 889 2 017 894 2 018 618 2 018 933 2 017 890 2 017 895 2 018 619
Connection type: sys. connector 4-pin 7-pin 4-pin 7-pin
Power supply connection U V 24 V DV –30 %, +20 % 1)
2
Current consumption, max. ) 45 mA 35 mA 35 mA 45 mA 45 mA 35 mA 35 mA 45 mA
3
Light sender LED, visible red light, pulsating,
average life 100 000 h (at TU = 25 °C)
Aperture angle/Angle of reception approx. ±4 °C
–
Signal voltage HIGH/max. U V – 2,9 V
Switching output
Signal voltage LOW 4)/max. ca. 0 V
Switching current
Output current I A max./max. 100 mA
Switching capacity
5 6
Resp. time ); Switching seq. max. ) max. 500 µs; 1000 Hz
Test input TE
Sender on TE to UV
7
VDE protection class )
–
Circuit protection U V-connections protected against polarity reversal, output Q and Q short-
circuit protected, interference pulse suppression
Ambient operating temperature T U –40 ... +60 °C
Storage temperature T L –40 ... +75 °C
Weight approx. 100 g
Front screen heating l – – l l – – l
1
series 6 EP 1).
2
) Under no load
3
4
5
6
7
) Rated voltage DC 50 V

11.5 Declaration of conformity

LE 20

11.6 Check list
Checklist for machine manufacturer/installer for the installation

of Electro Sensitive Protective Equipment (ESPE)
Dependent upon the application, the below listed checks are a minimum when placing an ESPE
in operation for the first time.
For reference purposes the checklist should be retained or stored with the machine documents.
1. Are the relevant safety standards incorporated into the machine build?
Will they satisfy the Regulations? Yes : No :
2. Are the standards listed in the Declaration of Conformity? Yes : No :
3. Is the ESPE the correct Type and interfaced to the correct Category? Yes : No :
4. Is access to the danger zone/point of danger only possible through

the ESPE? Yes : No :
5. Are measures in place to prevent standing between the ESPE and the
danger zone? If so, are these measures secured against removal? Yes : No :
6. Are the mechanical means positioned to avoid reaching over, under or

around? (see EN294) Yes : No :
7. Has the overall machine stopping time been checked and documented? Yes : No :
8. Is the resultant safety distance observed between the danger point

and the ESPE? Yes : No :
9. Is the ESPE correctly fixed and secured against movement after

setting in its fixed position? Yes : No :

LE 20
10. Are the required protection measures against electric shock in place
(safety class)? Yes : No :
11. Is the reset / restart switch for the ESPE installed and fitted to the
correct standard? Yes : No :
12. Are the OSSDs of the ESPE connected in accordance with the machine
circuit diagram? Yes : No :
13. Have the protective functions been inspected in accordance with the
inspection instructions of this document? Yes : No :
14. Are the protective functions effective in every setting of the operating
mode switch? Yes : No :
15. Are the switching elements controlled by the ESPE, e. g. contactors,

valves monitored? Yes : No :
16. Is the ESPE effective during the entire hazardous state? Yes : No :
17. Is a hazardous state ended when the ESPE is switched on or off, as well
as upon changing operation modes or on switching over to another
protective device? Yes : No :
18. Is the Daily Check Requirement sign positioned in a place visible to the
operator? Yes : No :
This checklist does not replace initial commissioning or regular inspection by specialist
personnel.

E 3.02
Your contacts:
Australia
Phone +61 3 94 97 41 00
008 33 48 02 – toll free
Fax +61 3 94 97 11 87
Austria
Phone +43 2 23 66 22 88-0
Fax +43 2 23 66 22 88-5
Belgium/Luxembourg
Phone +32 24 66 55 66
Fax +32 24 63 35 07
Brazil
Phone +55 11 55 61 26 83
Fax +55 11 5 35 41 53
China/Hong Kong
Phone +8 52 27 63 69 66
Fax +8 52 27 63 63 11
Czech Republik
Phone +42 02 578 10 561
Fax +42 02 578 10 559
Denmark
Phone +45 45 82 64 00
Fax +45 45 82 64 01
Finland
Phone +3 58 9-728 85 00
Fax +3 58 9-72 88 50 55
France
Phone +33 1-64 62 35 00
Fax +33 1-64 62 35 77
Germany
Phone +49 76 81 2 02-0
Fax +49 76 81 2 02-38 15
Great Britain
Phone +44 17 27-83 11 21
Fax +44 17 27-85 67 67
Italy
Phone +39 02-92 14 20 62
Fax +39 02-92 14 20 67
Japan
Phone +8 13 33 58-13 41
Fax +8 13 33 58-05 86
Netherlands
Phone +31 30 229 25 44
Fax +31 30 229 39 94
Norway
Phone +47 67 56 75 00
Fax +47 67 56 66 10
Poland
Phone +48 2 26 44 83 45
Fax +48 2 26 44 83 42
Singapore
Phone +65 7 44 37 32
Fax +65 8 41 77 47
Spain
Phone +34 93 4 80 31 00
Fax +34 93 4 73 44 69
Sweden
Phone +46 8-6 80 64 50
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Fax +46 8-7 10 18 75

Switzerland
Phone +41 4 16 19 29 39
Fax +41 4 16 19 29 21
Ta i w a n
Phone +88 62 23 65 62 92
Fax +88 62 23 68 73 97
USA
Phone +1 (952) 9 41-67 80
Fax +1 (952) 9 41-92 87
Representatives and agencies

in all major industrial nations.
SICK AG · Sicherheitstechnik · Postfach 310 · D-79177 Waldkirch

Phone +49 76 81 2 02-0 · Fax +49 76 81 2 02-38 15 · www.sick.de

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1.1 Function of this document

1.2 Target group of this document

1.3 Depth of information in this document

1.4 Symbols used in this document

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Note Notes provide information on special features of the device.

Explanation An explanation provides background knowledge, which will help you

2.1 Safety regulations

 Installation and electrical connections may only be carried out by

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 Installation, and use of the LE 20 safety evaluation unit is subject to

2.2 Uses of the device

2.3 Intended use of the device

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2.4 General safety advice and protective

2.4.1 General advice to ensure the protective function

The protective function is only assured if the following conditions are

2.4.2 Ensuring the protective function, LE 20 and

 Muting sensors must be arranged such that muting cannot be

Fig. 2-1: Arrangement of muting sensors

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 The Reset and Override buttons connected to the LE 20 to cancel the

2.5 Test instructions

2.5.1 Testing of the protective d ev i c e by an expert ,

before initial start-up of the machine

 Testing before initial start-up serves the purpose of confirming that

 Testing must be carried out in accordance with the valid national

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2.5.3 Daily testing of the protective device by

 Check for wear or damage to the housing, front screen or electrical

Ø By the operator, daily or prior to each work session by means of

Single-beam photoelectric safety switches with LE 20

Ø By the operator, daily or prior to each work session by means of

In case of fault stop the machine!

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2.6 Environmental considerations

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3.1 System specification

Fig. 3-1: Maximum configuration of the photoelectric switch system

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3.2 Design and mode of operation

Fig. 3-2: Safety evaluation unit LE 20 and LE 20-Muting

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3.3 Device functions, LE 20 and

3.3.1 Test functions

Testing of single-beam photoelectric safety switches

The correct functioning of the testable single-beam photoelectric safety

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3.3.2 Reset interlock (R ES)

Select the correct mounting location for the Reset button!

No Reset interlock if RES DISAB LE deactivated!

3.3.3 External device monitoring (EDM)

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3.4 Device functions, LE 20- Muting

Muting is activated when the following conditions are fulfilled:

Number of Muting conditions

Installation and electrical connections may only be carried out by

Installation, and use of the LE 20 safety evaluation unit is subject to

Muting sensors must be arranged such that muting cannot be

The Reset and Override buttons connected to the LE 20 to cancel the

Testing before initial start-up serves the purpose of confirming that

Testing must be carried out in accordance with the valid national

Check for wear or damage to the housing, front screen or electrical

The material (pallet, vehicle ...) must be detected by the muting

As internal evaluation of the sensor signals takes some time, the