DQE Safety Light Curtain (Type 4 ESPE)

Compact, robust light curtain with 30×30 mm body and wired synchronization (sync cable). Optimized shielding against EMI/ambient light/vibration, typical response ≤ 15 ms, strong light immunity ≥10,000 Lux, standard range 0.3–3.5 m, enclosure IP65. Dual-channel NPN/PNP safety outputs (NO/NC) with clear indicators.

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Product Highlights
  • Wired synchronization ensures stability under strong vibration (presses, brakes); shielding enhances EMI immunity.
  • Self-diagnosis with short/over-current/over-load protection; clear front indicators simplify troubleshooting.
  • ≤15 ms response helps reduce ISO 13855 safety distance and keep cycle times short.
  • ≥10,000 Lux ambient light immunity; anti-flicker filtering against welding or strong light sources.
  • Durable aluminum body, IP65; optional aviation/M12 connection and standard right-angle brackets.
  • Conforms to IEC 61496-1/-2; use with a safety relay/PLC for higher-level architectures.

Content adapted from the DQE manual pages; if discrepancies occur, delivered datasheet and certificates shall prevail.

Resolution & Application Guide
Resolution (K)Typical Application
10 mmFinger protection; small openings near hazards
20 mmPalm protection; packaging and access points
40 / 80 mmHand/arm or approach detection; aisle guarding
200 mmPerimeter/body presence and zone entry

Protective height H = (n − 1) × K. Overall length L = P + H + J + 24 (12 mm allowance at each end). P/J follow DQE values below.

Technical Parameters (DQE Series)

CategoryItemTypical Value / OptionNotes
OpticalOperating principleThrough-beam infrared LED, modulatedEmitter/receiver pair
Resolution (K)10 / 20 / 40 / 80 / 200 mmFinger → Body/perimeter
Protective height (H)H = (n−1) × Kn = number of beams
Response time≤ 15 msVaries with beam count
Ambient light immunity≥ 10,000 LuxIncidence ≥ 5°
Sensing range0.3–3.5 m (standard)Longer on request
Electrical / I/OSupplyDC 12/24 V; AC 110–220 V (with controller)Reverse/over-voltage protection
Safety outputsDual-channel NPN / PNP, NO/NC selectable3/5-wire examples
Channel capability≤ 200 mA (typ.)Transistor output
ProtectionShort / Over-current / Over-loadAuto recovery
IndicatorsPower / Run / BlockedFront panel LEDs
ConnectorM12 / Aviation plugOptional
SynchronizationWired syncDedicated sync cable
Mechanical / EnvironmentBody section~30 × 30 mmAluminum + engineering plastic
Overall lengthL = P + H + J + 24See P/J for each K
Ingress protectionIP65Dust-tight, water-jet resistant
Operating temp.−10 ~ +40 °CStorage −25 ~ +55 °C
HumidityOperating 35–85 %RHStorage 35–95 %RH
ComplianceStandardsIEC 61496-1/-2Safety distance per ISO 13855
CertificationCE, etc.Refer to delivered certificates
System integrationSafety relay / Safety PLCIndependent dual inputs

DQE Series Detailed Specifications

Tables list beam counts (n) for each resolution (K) with protective height H and overall length L. Model format: DQE-K-NN-H (example: DQE-20-18-340).

K (mm)Beams nProtective Height H (mm)P/J (mm)Overall Length L (mm)Model ExampleRange
10121105/32171DQE-10-12-1100.3–3.5 m
10141305/32191DQE-10-14-1300.3–3.5 m
10161505/32211DQE-10-16-1500.3–3.5 m
10181705/32231DQE-10-18-1700.3–3.5 m
10201905/32251DQE-10-20-1900.3–3.5 m
10222105/32271DQE-10-22-2100.3–3.5 m
10242305/32291DQE-10-24-2300.3–3.5 m
10262505/32311DQE-10-26-2500.3–3.5 m
10282705/32331DQE-10-28-2700.3–3.5 m
10302905/32351DQE-10-30-2900.3–3.5 m
10323105/32371DQE-10-32-3100.3–3.5 m
10343305/32391DQE-10-34-3300.3–3.5 m
10363505/32411DQE-10-36-3500.3–3.5 m
10383705/32431DQE-10-38-3700.3–3.5 m
10403905/32451DQE-10-40-3900.3–3.5 m
10424105/32471DQE-10-42-4100.3–3.5 m
10444305/32491DQE-10-44-4300.3–3.5 m
10464505/32511DQE-10-46-4500.3–3.5 m
10484705/32531DQE-10-48-4700.3–3.5 m
10504905/32551DQE-10-50-4900.3–3.5 m
10525105/32571DQE-10-52-5100.3–3.5 m
10545305/32591DQE-10-54-5300.3–3.5 m
10565505/32611DQE-10-56-5500.3–3.5 m
10585705/32631DQE-10-58-5700.3–3.5 m
10605905/32651DQE-10-60-5900.3–3.5 m
10626105/32671DQE-10-62-6100.3–3.5 m
10646305/32691DQE-10-64-6300.3–3.5 m
10666505/32711DQE-10-66-6500.3–3.5 m
10686705/32731DQE-10-68-6700.3–3.5 m
10706905/32751DQE-10-70-6900.3–3.5 m

For special builds beyond the standard range, specify on order. Keep the model format DQE-K-NN-H.

Typical Applications

  • Presses / hydraulic & servo presses / shears / press brakes — stable wired sync for high-vibration environments.
  • Injection molding / assembly fixtures / robot cells — finger/palm protection with fast response.
  • Packaging / logistics / access guarding — 40–80–200 mm for presence or perimeter detection.
  • General machinery — integrate via safety relay/PLC for stop, interlock and EDM monitoring.

Safety distance reference (ISO 13855): S = K × T + C, where T is machine stopping time.

DQE Safety Light Curtain Series - DAIDISIKE

DQE Safety Light Curtain Selector

Filter by Minimum Required Effective Aperture Height, Beam Pitch, and Sensing Range. The tool calculates a fit score and highlights the best-match model for quick decision-making.

DQE model rule: DQE{Beams}/{Pitch}-{EAH}, where EAH = (Beams − 1) × Pitch. By default, Total Height = EAH + 40 mm.

Best Match: DQE12/10-110

Housing Size: 30 × 30 mm (square profile)Beam Pitch: 10 mmEAH: 110 mmTotal Height: 150 mmBeams: 12Sensing Range: 6 m (≤ 6 m)Safety Level: Type 4Outputs: NPN single output, dual 6-core / PNP dual output, dual 7-core (NO/NC selectable)Cables: Two standard data cables: 3 m + 3.5 m (custom lengths available)
Poor65
Total 123 matches
FitModelBeam Pitch (mm)Effective Aperture Height (mm)Total Height (mm)BeamsMax Sensing Range (m)Safety Level
Poor65DQE12/10-11010110150126Type 4
Poor65DQE14/10-13010130170146Type 4
Poor65DQE16/10-15010150190166Type 4
Poor65DQE18/10-17010170210186Type 4
Poor65DQE20/10-19010190230206Type 4
Poor65DQE22/10-21010210250226Type 4
Poor65DQE24/10-23010230270246Type 4
Poor65DQE26/10-25010250290266Type 4
Poor65DQE28/10-27010270310286Type 4
Poor65DQE30/10-29010290330306Type 4
Poor65DQE32/10-31010310350326Type 4
Poor65DQE34/10-33010330370346Type 4
Poor65DQE36/10-35010350390366Type 4
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Poor65DQE54/10-53010530570546Type 4
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Poor65DQE20/40-76040760800206Type 4
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Poor65DQE28/40-10804010801120286Type 4
Poor65DQE30/40-11604011601200306Type 4
Poor65DQE32/40-12404012401280326Type 4
Poor65DQE34/40-13204013201360346Type 4
Poor65DQE36/40-14004014001440366Type 4
Poor65DQE38/40-14804014801520386Type 4
Poor65DQE40/40-15604015601600406Type 4
Poor65DQE42/40-16404016401680426Type 4
Poor65DQE44/40-17204017201760446Type 4
Poor65DQE46/40-18004018001840466Type 4
Poor65DQE48/40-18804018801920486Type 4
Poor65DQE50/40-19604019602000506Type 4
Poor65DQE52/40-20404020402080526Type 4
Poor65DQE54/40-21204021202160546Type 4
Poor65DQE56/40-22004022002240566Type 4
Poor65DQE58/40-22804022802320586Type 4
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Poor65DQE64/40-25204025202560646Type 4
Poor65DQE66/40-26004026002640666Type 4
Poor65DQE68/40-26804026802720686Type 4
Poor65DQE70/40-27604027602800706Type 4
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Poor65DQE04/80-2408024028046Type 4
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Poor65DQE20/200-380020038003840206Type 4
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FAQ

DQE is a Type 4 ESPE. When integrated with a certified safety relay or safety PLC, it supports designs targeting PL e (EN ISO 13849-1) and SIL 3 architectures. Always validate the complete safety function during commissioning.
DQE keeps emitter and receiver phase-locked via a sync cable, which suppresses crosstalk, stabilizes timing, and improves immunity to EMI, ambient light and vibration — conditions common on presses, welding cells, and inverter-driven machines. Shielded data/sync leads are standard.
Pick K by the smallest body part to detect: 10 mm (finger), 20 mm (palm), 40 mm (hand/arm), 80/200 mm (body/perimeter). DAIDISIKE DQE supports all five spacings to match your risk assessment and throughput needs.
Use H = (n − 1) × K. Total height follows the product rule L = P + H + J + 24 (P/J depend on K). Example: 32 beams at 20 mm → H = (32−1)×20 = 620 mm; if K=20 mm, L = H + 59 = 679 mm.Tip — Verify the guarded opening and mounting clearances before placing the order.
Factory standard is 0.3–3.5 m. For special projects, DAIDISIKE can engineer solutions within 6 m after application review (background reflections, mounting geometry, stopping time, ambient light).
DQE provides dual OSSD channels (A/B) with NPN or PNP selection and NO/NC logic options (A/B/C/D). Wire each OSSD to an independent, certified safety input and enable EDM in the safety relay/PLC to monitor external contactors. Never tie the channels together.
Apply ISO 13855: S = K × T + C. Here T = machine stopping time + DQE response (≤ 15 ms); select the approach speed K per the protected body part (typ. 1600–2000 mm/s). Confirm with a calibrated stop-time meter and document the result.
Narrow-band modulated IR, shielded sync/data cables, and a rigid 30×30 mm body deliver high immunity to ambient light (up to 10,000 lux), inverter noise and mechanical vibration/shock (10–55 Hz, 1.5 mm; 100 m/s²).
Yes. Configure muting/blanking in the safety controller/PLC. DQE’s dual OSSD and EDM keep channel integrity while allowing material flow through conveyors or pallet in-feed.
Power-on and cyclic self-test, cross-monitoring, short-circuit, overload and reverse-polarity protection. Status LEDs indicate power, blockage and OSSD state; detected faults are latched to prevent unsafe restarts.
IP65 enclosure; operating −10…+40 °C, 35–85 %RH (non-condensing). M12 aviation connectors simplify installation and maintenance in oily, dusty environments.
Use: DQE | n | K | H | output group | logic. Example: DQE 32 | 20 | 620 | 1 | A → 32 beams, 20 mm spacing, H=620 mm, single output group, PNP-NO logic (standard range 0.3–3.5 m).