SICK WebChecker MLG-2

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MLG-2 WebChecker
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SICK WebChecker MLG-2 Specifications

General

Brand	SICK
Model	WebChecker MLG-2
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

About this document

1.1-1.6 Document Information & Symbols

Purpose, scope, target audience, info depth, symbols, and abbreviations.

Safety Information

2.1 Personnel Qualifications

Specifies qualifications for personnel handling the device.

2.2 Intended Use & Misuse

Describes intended applications and foreseeable misuse of the MLG-2.

2.3 General Safety Notes

Provides essential safety guidelines for device operation.

Product Description

3.1 Type Label & Type Code

Explains device type labels and the structure of the MLG-2 type code.

3.3 Structure, Function & Key Parameters

Covers components, principle, scan time, object detection, and definitions.

3.8 Display, Controls & Applications

Details LEDs, control panel, and practical uses.

Planning

4.1 Mounting Distance & Optimal Position

Guidance on planning distances and identifying optimal object positions.

4.4 Required Minimum Distances & Widths

Specifies minimum distances and object width requirements.

4.7 Edge Measurement & 4.8 Function Calculation

Explains edge measurement, designation, and function calculations.

Mounting

5.1 Scope of Delivery

Lists items included in the MLG-2 package.

5.2 Recommended Mounting Arrangements

Discusses optimal arrangements to avoid interference.

5.3 Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for mounting the device.

Electrical Installation

6.1 Connecting Sender & Receiver

Instructions for wiring the sender and receiver electronically.

6.2 T-Connectors & Wiring Diagrams

Details T-connector usage and provides wiring diagrams.

Commissioning

7.1 Initial Operation & Alignment

Covers initial device setup and alignment procedures.

7.3 Sensor Teach-in

Explains the sensor teach-in process.

7.4 Material Teach-in

Describes the material teach-in process.

7.5 Quality of Teach-in & Process

How to check teach-in and process quality.

Operating MLG-2 via Control Panel

8.1 Control Panel Operations

Covers pushbutton lock, alignment, and teach-in via control panel.

8.5 Reset to Factory Settings

Procedure to reset the device to factory default settings.

Commissioning via SOPAS

9.1 Preparation & Device Selection

Software setup, network config, and device detection.

9.2 Setup via Installation Assistant

Step-by-step guide for alignment, sensor, and material teach-in.

9.3-9.5 Edge Measurement, Functions & Other Configs

Edge measurement, function setup, and other configurations.

Configuration with SOPAS

10.1 Start Page Overview

Overview of the Start page's display areas and functions.

10.2 General Device & Communication Settings

Configuration of general parameters and network settings.

10.3 Enhanced Sensing Page Overview

Overview of the Enhanced Sensing page and its areas.

10.4 Enhanced Sensing Menus & Configuration

Covers Sensor alignment, Blanking, Teach-in, Functional config, I/O, and RS-485.

IO-Link

11.1 Configuration & Data Storage

Configuring functions and storing data via IO-Link.

11.3 Output of Process Data

How process data is output from the MLG-2 via IO-Link.

RS-485

12.1 Application Data

Configuring diagnostic and measurement data for RS-485.

12.2 Data Volume for Functions

Information on data volume for RS-485 transmission.

Servicing

Cleaning the Front Screen

Instructions for cleaning the device's front screen.

Troubleshooting

14.1 Response to Faults

Guidelines for handling device malfunctions.

14.3 LED Indicators & Control Panel LEDs

Explains the meaning of device LEDs and error states.

Decommissioning

15.1 Disposal & 15.2 Returns

Guidelines for proper disposal and returning the device.

Technical Data

16.1 Data Sheet Overview

Covers general, electrical, interface, and measurement specifications.

16.2 Diagrams & Optimal Position

Graphs for response time, presence time, and optimal object position.

16.2.3 Accuracy & 16.3 Dimensional Drawings

Accuracy graphs and device dimension drawings.

Accessories

Accessory Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for various accessories.