Sensors and safety light curtains WEISHIDQ / Weishi
Industrial infrared safety light curtains, optoelectronic press guards, and proximity switches manufactured by WEISHIDQ / Weishi provide operator protection and automation reliability.
Industrial infrared safety light curtains in the WGM43 line
Industrial protective optoelectronic light curtains across the WGM43 line protect machine operators around stamping presses and forming machinery. The protective grid projects 10 infrared beams with 40 mm pitch to halt hazardous machine motion whenever an intrusion across the zone is detected.
- Effective optical protection height of 360 mm with overall aluminum body length 430 mm
- Configuration WGM43-10-4J equipped with dependable electromechanical relay outputs
- Transistor switching options WGM43-10-4NP and WGM43-10-4NB with quick NPN response
- Technical selection of safety curtain assemblies matching equipment nameplate data
Protective optoelectronic safety barriers in the WGM27 series
Multi-beam optoelectronic safety barriers in the WEISHIDQ WGM27 series guard hazardous areas of shearing machines, press brakes, and moulding equipment. The unit emits 6 synchronized infrared beams, sustaining dependable communication across working ranges up to 3 meters in shop environments.
- Optical monitoring height of 200 mm with 40 mm pitch and overall housing length 270 mm
- Model WGM27-6-4J featuring versatile normally open and normally closed relay contacts
- Anodized aluminum alloy profile with vibration-resistant brackets for rigid mounting
- Verification of wiring pinouts and voltage ratings against manufacturer drawings
Compact infrared protective curtains across the WGM18 series
Compact light curtains across the WEISHIDQ WGM18 line are designed for confined spaces within automated assembly tooling, stamping presses, and fixtures. Four optical axes generate a dependable detection zone to sense stray tooling and hands entering hazardous stamping mechanisms.
- Compact profile length of 180 mm enabling neat integration inside tooling stations
- Model WGM18-4-4NB featuring NPN NC transistor outputs delivering rapid response time
- Electronic optical filtering suppressing reflective glare and electrical motor noise
- Cross-referencing matching optical sensor profiles according to machine bolt patterns
High-resolution finger protection light grids in the WGM20 line
High-resolution light grids across the WEISHIDQ WGM20 series feature a close 20 mm beam pitch to reliably detect fingers and small objects near pinch points. The design provides uncompromising safety standards when the optical plane is mounted close to machine pinch edges.
- Dense 8-beam optical grid with 20 mm spacing designed for precise finger detection
- Model WGM20-8-2NP offering semiconductor NPN NO switching for machine controllers
- Integrated diagnostic LED alignment indicators simplifying on-site commissioning
- Calculation of safe mounting distances toward tooling based on approach speed rules
Slot optoelectronic sensors for web edge and label detection
Precision U-frame slot optical sensors from WEISHIDQ are engineered for web edge guiding, print mark reading, and conveyor part positioning. The fixed optical aperture eliminates repetitive alignment procedures between the emitter and detector during demanding production cycles.
- Dependable tracking of paper, polymer film, and metallic ribbons on moving lines
- High switching frequency reaching 5 kHz for high-speed labeling and slitting machines
- Rugged polymer housing reinforced with metallic threaded inserts for firm mounting
- Selection of optical slot width and light source wavelength matching process webs
Inductive proximity sensors across M12 through M30 formats
Cylindrical and rectangular inductive proximity switches from WEISHIDQ monitor limit positions of metal machine carriages, tool turrets, and slides. The sealed IP67 housing resists direct exposure to metalworking coolants, synthetic oils, and hot machining chips.
- Operating sensing distance between 2 and 15 mm according to outer thread diameter
- Nickel-plated brass enclosure featuring integrated short-circuit and polarity safety
- Universal 10-30 VDC supply circuit with prominent 360-degree LED switching indicator
- Replacement selection for worn mechanical limit switches across legacy equipment
Optical arrangement and infrared safety principles of WGM43 light curtains
Industrial optoelectronic safety light curtains across the WEISHIDQ WGM43 line deliver dependable active guarding for operators of mechanical, hydraulic, and coining presses.
The system consists of an optical emitter and receiver pair producing 10 synchronized parallel infrared beams across a 40 mm pitch, guarding a 360 mm active vertical window. An onboard microprocessor continuously verifies channel health and suppresses false trips from ambient plant illumination.
If an operator breaches the optical boundary, electromechanical relay contacts or solid-state outputs disconnect machine drive circuits in less than 20 milliseconds.
Safe mounting distance calculations and WGM27 integration on machine tools
Multi-beam optical barriers in the WEISHIDQ WGM27 series feature 6 optical axes to protect hazardous zones around guillotine shears, press brakes, and automated stamping cells.
Emitter and receiver brackets are positioned in compliance with standard safety distance guidelines calculated from tool velocity and total machine stopping time.
The extruded aluminum alloy housing withstands heavy mechanical vibrations and mounts firmly to equipment beds through adjustable brackets. The protective output with changeover contacts connects directly into emergency stop lines without rewiring main electrical cabinets.
Installation of compact WGM18 safety curtains in confined tooling zones
Compact infrared safety curtains across the WEISHIDQ WGM18 line are engineered for installation within restricted spaces of assembly conveyors, coining stations, and compact tooling beds.
With an overall body length of 180 millimeters, the optical barrier shields the part feeding envelope with four infrared beams without obstructing operators or adjacent tooling. The internal electronic filtering module eliminates electrical interference generated by variable frequency motor drives.
The responsive NPN NC transistor output provides rapid fault signals directly into programmable automation controllers.
High-resolution finger detection and optical alignment on WGM20 light grids
High-resolution safety grids in the WEISHIDQ WGM20 line are specifically developed for finger and hand protection near dangerous mechanical pinch points. The narrow 20 mm pitch between adjacent beams senses slim objects and delivers exceptional operator protection close to moving tooling.
Multi-color alignment LEDs positioned on terminal caps indicate mutual optical beam alignment in real time during setup. This feature accelerates recommissioning following tool changeovers and prevents machine cycling if optical axes become misaligned during operation.
Setting up U-frame slot optical sensors for moving web edge and mark reading
Optoelectronic slot sensors from WEISHIDQ featuring a rigid U-shaped profile provide high-speed part positioning, web edge tracking, and color register mark reading on moving materials.
The integrated one-piece body with fixed emitter and receiver spacing requires no optical re-alignment and resists industrial plant vibrations.
The electronic receiver stage achieves switching frequencies reaching 5 kilohertz, tracking register marks on rapid packaging, slitting, and labeling equipment. The rugged polymer housing with metal mounting sleeves secures firm placement on guide rods.
Operation of M12 through M30 inductive proximity switches on machine slides
Cylindrical and rectangular inductive proximity switches from WEISHIDQ provide precise end-position sensing for metal slides, rotary index tables, and tool turrets on metalworking machinery.
The nickel-plated metal enclosure with IP67 protection prevents penetration of synthetic coolants, cutting oils, and metal chips into internal electronics. Sensors operate reliably across a 10 to 30 VDC supply window and feature internal short-circuit protection against wiring errors.
A wraparound LED indicator on the rear face gives clear visual status whenever a target approaches.
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Documents and sources
- WEISHIDQ industrial optoelectronic catalog — technical parameters across WGM safety series
- WGM safety light curtain specifications — dimensional profiles for WGM43, WGM27, and WGM18
- Infrared safety barriers WGM27-6-4J — electromechanical relay ratings and wiring pinouts
- Optoelectronic safety grids WGM20-8-2NP — finger detection specifications and solid-state outputs
- Compact protective curtains WGM18-4-4NB — mounting drawings and optical alignment guidelines
- Industrial automation electrical directory — Yueqing Weishi manufacturing facility overview
- Machinery automation components registry — Weishi Sensor Factory industrial production lines
