The ICS-6 "ELISe" (Expandable Laser Interlock® System 'e')
• - 3 Expansion card sockets
The card types enable Integrated Active Laser Guarding (Laser Jailer), Safety Logic Plus integration, (for complex logic circuits and large numbers of Interlock® switches), and Ethernet/USB Connectivity which in turn enables ICS-6 interlocks to be monitored remotely – a real bonus to safety communications .
• - Full start-to-end dual channel architecture – for even higher reliability
• - Full start-to-end fault detection – simplifying analysis
• - Interlocked mains supply – for added safety
• - Interlocked low voltage supply for beam shutters – for faster integration
• - Laser Interlock® connector operators – for all lasers
• - Key-switch operation – to prevent unauthorised use
• - Arm laser button – just press to arm
• - Time limited fail-safe override option – for authorised personnel
• - Automatic switching of illuminated signs – indicating danger or safe modes
• - Emergency stop circuit – to prevent injury or damage in an emergency
The ICS-6 “ELISe” Expandable Laser Interlock® System (to achieve performance level ‘e’) is designed to achieve EN ISO 13849-1 PLe.
The ICS-6 is the latest in the ICS Interlock® series, which is the most popular Laser Interlock® Control System designed and manufactured by Lasermet. This latest version is expandable and has, as one of its options, a remote monitoring facility.
This compact, versatile unit can control laser interlocks, door locks, illuminated warning signs and other equipment. It can operate beam shutters and the laser power with feedback monitoring and fault detection.