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pg. 2 Using Sensing Edges in Safety Applications How sensing edges work Understanding the fail-safe concept pg. 3 TS-6 & TS-16 Mini Sensing Edges Low profile with high sensitivity Immediate activation, no overtravel (TS-6) Immediate activation, 1/4 inch overtravel (TS-16) pg. 4 TS-8 & TS-18 Mini Sensing Edges Low profile, end caps available Immediate activation, no overtravel (TS-8) Immediate activation, 1/4 inch overtravel (TS-18) pg. 13 Compatible Interface Controllers for Safety Applications While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, no liability can...

How sensing edges work Understanding the fail-safe concept Tapeswitch pressure-sensitive edges are used to protect personnel and equipment. When pushed or struck, they provide a contact closure that can be used to signal a machine controller. These edges are highly sensitive and feature press-at-any-point actuation. Properly installed and connected, they continuously monitor the protected area. However, to properly function as safety devices, edges must be installed with a fail-safe monitoring circuit as shown below or with an equivalent fail-safe methodology. Tapeswitch Offers Controllers that...

TS-6 & TS-16 MINI SENSING EDGES Low profile with high sensitivity Immediate actuation, no overtravel (TS-6) Immediate actuation, 1/4 inch overtravel (TS-16) TS-6 & TS-16 Mini Sensing Edges are designed for limited space applications requiring high-sensitivity. These two products differ mainly in height and sensitivity. The TS-6 is 5/16 inch high and requires only 1.5 pounds to activate, while the TS-16 is 9/16 inch high and requires 2.2 lbs to activate. Tapeswitch Interface Controllers. These edges have PVC housings, which are resistant to water, oil, hydraulic fluids, and coolants. The internal...

TS-8 & TS-18 Mini Sensing Edges are designed for limited space applications where end caps are desirable for cosmetic or environmental reasons. These two products differ mainly in housing material: PVC for the TS-8 and EPDM for the TS-18. The EPDM housings have better chemical resistance and have a wider temperature range than PVC. Mounting for both edges is by means of snap-in aluminum channel. The internal switching element is rated for millions of operations at any point. All TS-8 & TS-18 Sensing Edges are supplied with 4 Conductor, fail-safe wiring and are compatible with Tapeswitch Interface...

TS-26 SENSING EDGES Medium profile, end caps available Immediate actuation, 3/8 inch overtravel The TS-26 Sensing Edge is a general-purpose, medium profile, pressure-sensitive edge. It provides minimum compliance before activation, and about 3/8 inch of overtravel cushioning after activation. This product is excellent for applications requiring side activation. TS-26 Edges are available in two mounting configurations: snap-in channel-mount (flat or angle), clamp-mount. Housing is Santoprene TPE (TS-26 and TS-26T). Both materials are resistant to water, oil, hydraulic fluids, and coolants. The...

Medium profile, crimp-on mounting Compliance before actuation, 3/4 inch overtravel The TS-46 Sensing Edge is a general purpose, medium profile edge. It has some compliance before activation, eliminating nuisance tripping, and provides about 3/4 inch of overtravel cushioning after activation. This edge also exhibits excellent side activation. Mounting is in crimpable aluminum channel (crimped, flat or angle), which is more tamper-resistant than snap-in channel. The Santoprene TPE housing is resistant to water, oil, hydraulic fluids, and coolants. The internal switching element is rated for millions...

The TS-48 Sensing Edge is a general purpose, medium profile edge. It activates after some compliance, eliminating nuisance tripping, and provides about 3/4 inch of overtravel cushioning after activation. Mounting is by means of snap-in channel that is available in three configurations: Flat (aluminum or PVC) and with a straight or right angle flange (aluminum only). The Santoprene TPE housing is resistant to water, oil, hydraulic fluids, and coolants. The internal switching element is rated for million of operations at any point. All TS-48 Sensing Edges are supplied with 4 conductor, fail-safe...

High sensitivity, no compliance for fastest activation Substantial overtravel for maximum cushioning The TS-47 & TS-57 Sensing Edges are designed for powered doors and other applications requiring the most sensitive switching and the fastest activation. These two products differ mainly in overall height and the amount of overtravel cushioning. Mounting is by means of snap-in channel that is available in three configuration: Flat (aluminum or PVC) and with a straight or right-angle flange (aluminum only). The Santoprene TPE housings are resistant to water, oil, hydraulic fluids, and coolants....

The TS-67 Sensing Edge is a unique, dual-switch product that exhibits uniform high sensitivity when deflected in any direction - top, side, or at an angle. After actuation, it provides 1 inch of protective overtravel cushioning. Mounting is by means of snap-in PVC channel. The internal switching elements are rated for millions of operations at any point. Originally designed for the specialized requirements of revolving doors, the TS-67 is suitable for any application requiring a highly sensitive and flexible edge. It is especially appropriate when the direction of impact is unpredictable. TS-67...

TS-108 & TS-109 SENSING EDGES Self-mounting, side activation, 50% overtravel For residential and commercial applications The TS-108 & TS-109 Sensing Edges are designed for mounting directly on door or stage edges without using channel. They have excellent side activation and about 50 percent overtravel cushioning. The TS-109 fits edges from 3/4 inch to 1-1/4 inches thick, and the TS-108 fits edges from 7/8 inch to 2-1/4 inches thick. The EPDM rubber housings are rugged and weatherproof. The sealed ribbon switch sensing elements are rated for a long life of millions of operations at any point,...