SICK Flexi Soft User Manual

Type IIIC
W
ith type IIIC, two pairs of complementary inputs (N/O contact / N/C contact pair) are
monitored.
A valid input signal is only generated if the ON state (High/Low level) is present at
both inputs within a period of 0.5 s (synchronous changeover, both two-hand switches
actuated) and both were previously in the OFF state (Low/High level).
Table 58: Functions with type IIIC two-hand control
Function Notes
Tested Possible
Series connec‐
t
ion/cascading
Not possible
Discrepancy time Possible: 0–500 ms
See function block for type IIIC two-hand in the logic of the main
module, with which these outputs are to be evaluated.
Synchronization time Fixed preset value: 500 ms
See f
unction block for type IIIC two-hand in the logic of the main
module, with which these outputs are to be evaluated.
5.4.1.5 Pressure-sensitive safety mats and bumpers
Table 59: Connection of pressure-sensitive safety mats and bumpers
Electrical connection: example with FX3-XTIO
Pressure-sensitive safety mat which triggers a
shor
t-circuit in 4-conductor technology, at test
output
Channel 1: Connection between X1 and I1
Channel 2: Connection between X2 and I2
Table 60: Function of pressure-sensitive safety mats and bumpers
Function Notes
Parallel wiring Possible
Number of safety
ma
ts or bumpers per
FX3-XTIO, FX3-XTDI or
FX3-XTDS
Max. 1 without diode module
Max. 4 with diode module
WARNING
Ine
ffectiveness of the protective device due to unrecognized switching signals between
the safety sensors
The dangerous state may not be stopped or not be stopped in a timely manner in the
event of non-compliance.
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Configure the test periods of the test outputs as shorter than the duration of the
switch-off condition for the safety sensors.
5.4.1.6 Diode module DM8-A4K
The diode module DM8-A4K serves as a connection adapter when multiple pressure-
sensit
ive safety mats that trigger short-circuits are connected to an FX3-XTIO or FX3-
XTDI module. It decouples test outputs X1 and X2, thus increasing them fourfold.
NOTE
T
he DM8-A4K diode module is not a safety component in the sense of the Machinery
Directive. It therefore does not have to be taken into account when calculating the
safety integrity level (SIL according to IEC61508 and IEC62061) or the performance
level (PL according to ISO13849-1).
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SICK Flexi Soft Specifications

General

Safety Integrity Level (SIL)	SIL3
Performance Level (PL)	PL e
Programming	Flexi Soft Designer
Power Supply	24 V DC
Safety Protocols	PROFIsafe, CIP Safety
Protection Class	IP20
Number of I/Os	Configurable
Operating Voltage	24 V DC
Power Consumption	Depends on configuration
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Varies depending on the module configuration
Weight	Varies depending on the module configuration
Number of Safety Inputs	Configurable
Number of Safety Outputs	Configurable
Safety Standard	IEC 61508, IEC 62061, ISO 13849
Operating Temperature	0°C to +55°C
Response Time	< 10 ms (typical)
Storage Temperature Range	-25°C to +70°C
Relative Humidity	15 % ... 95 %, non-condensing