AKT variable-frequency infrared gratings are widely used for anti-theft purposes of doors, windows and balconies.
When an illegal intruder passes through the detection area and blocks two or more beams of the grating, an immediate alarm will be triggered.
If the number of beams is less than two, no alarm will be triggered.
Parameter
Specification
Distance
10, 30, 60 and 100 meters are available for selection
Frequency conversion channel
4-band frequency conversion
Detection mode
Alarm when two adjacent light beams are blocked
Adjustable range of the optical axis
180 degrees horizontally (90 degrees left and right)
Material
pc engineering plastic + aluminum alloy shell
Waterproof rating
IP65
Operating voltage
DC12-18V
Operating current
Transmitter ≤35MA, receiver ≤45MA
Alarm trigger time
80MS
White light resistance level
6500LUX
Buzzer indication
Yes
Number of beams
4 beams
6 beams
8 beams
10 beams
Height
75cm
110cm
138cm
173cm
Detection distance
10m 30m 60m 100m
10m 30m 60m 100m
10m 30m 60m 100m
10m 30m 60m 100m
Specification and model
AKT-4-10 AKT-4-30 AKT-4-60 AKT-4-100
AKT-6-10 AKT-6-30 AKT-6-60 AKT-6-100
AKT-8-10 AKT-8-30 AKT-8-60 AKT-8-100
AKT-10-10 AKT-10-30 AKT-10-60 AKT-10-100
Product Configuration
Distance: 10, 30, 60, and 100 meters are available for selection, allowing flexibility based on the area to be protected.
Frequency Conversion Channel: 4-band frequency conversion, enabling the device to operate on different frequency bands to reduce interference.
Detection Mode: Alarm triggers when two adjacent light beams are blocked, ensuring accurate detection of intrusions.
Adjustable Range of the Optical Axis: 180 degrees horizontally (90 degrees left and right), providing wide-angle coverage and easy alignment.
Material: PC engineering plastic + aluminum alloy shell, combining durability and weather resistance.
Waterproof Rating: IP65, offering protection against dust and water jets, suitable for outdoor use.
Operating Voltage: DC 12-18V, compatible with a range of power supplies.
Operating Current: Transmitter ≤35mA, receiver ≤45mA, ensuring energy efficiency.
Alarm Trigger Time: 80ms, providing a fast response to detected intrusions.
White Light Resistance Level: 6500LUX, capable of functioning effectively even in bright sunlight.
Buzzer Indication: Yes, includes an audible alert to signal alarms.
Product Characteristics
Smart Anti-Theft Design: Utilizes variable-frequency infrared gratings for reliable anti-theft protection of doors, windows, and balconies.
Invisible Protective Net: Emits multiple infrared beams to create an unseen barrier, enhancing security without obstructing views.
Dual-Beam Detection: Requires at least two beams to be blocked to trigger an alarm, minimizing false alerts from small objects or animals.
Immediate Alarm Response: Triggers an alarm instantly when an illegal intruder blocks two or more beams, ensuring timely alerts.
Outdoor Durability: Waterproof and dust-resistant with an IP65 rating, making it ideal for harsh weather conditions.
Wide Coverage: Adjustable optical axis with 180-degree horizontal range for versatile installation and comprehensive monitoring.
Energy Efficient: Low operating current (≤35mA for transmitter, ≤45mA for receiver) for cost-effective long-term use.
Bright Light Tolerance: Functions reliably up to 6500LUX, suitable for use in various lighting conditions.
Working Principle
The AKT outdoor waterproof infrared beam grating detector perimeter railing works like an "invisible protective net." It emits multiple infrared beams to create an unseen barrier, installed at places like doors, windows, or balconies. When someone illegally intrudes and crosses this barrier, if they block two or more beams at the same time, the system immediately recognizes it as an anomaly and triggers an alarm. On the other hand, if only one beam is blocked (e.g., by a small animal or a leaf drifting by), no alarm will sound, as it requires at least two beams to be obstructed to activate. This design effectively detects intruders while reducing false alarms.
Product Introduction
The AKT outdoor waterproof infrared beam grating detector perimeter railing is a smart anti-theft device, ideal for installation on doors, windows, and balconies. It creates an "invisible protective net" using multiple infrared beams, triggering an immediate alarm when someone illegally intrudes and blocks two or more beams simultaneously, ensuring your safety. Designed to require at least two beams to be obstructed to activate the alarm, it effectively reduces false alerts, and it is suitable for outdoor use with waterproof and durable features.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does dual-beam detection reduce false alarms on an outdoor perimeter?
The AKT grating only triggers an alarm when two or more adjacent infrared beams are blocked at the same time. A single beam interrupted by a falling leaf, small bird or animal will not sound the alarm. This dual-beam logic is what lets the detector run reliably outdoors on fences, balconies and windows while keeping nuisance alarms low.
How many beams and what detection range should I choose?
Beam count sets the protected height: 4 beams cover 75 cm, 6 beams 110 cm, 8 beams 138 cm and 10 beams 173 cm. Range options are 10, 30, 60 and 100 metres. Pick the beam count to match the wall or railing height and the range to span the gap between transmitter and receiver, for example an AKT-8-60 for a 138 cm fence over a 60 m run.
Is the AKT infrared beam detector waterproof enough for outdoor use?
Yes. It carries an IP65 rating, so the PC engineering plastic and aluminium-alloy housing is dust-tight and protected against water jets, suitable for outdoor perimeter security in rain and wind. It also tolerates strong ambient light up to 6500 LUX, so direct sunlight on the receiver does not cause false alarms or missed detections.
What power supply and wiring does the detector need?
The transmitter and receiver run on DC 12-18 V. Current draw is low at ≤35 mA for the transmitter and ≤45 mA for the receiver, so a small regulated supply or alarm-panel auxiliary output is enough. The receiver provides a buzzer indication and an alarm signal that wires into a standard anti-theft alarm panel or perimeter controller.
How is alignment handled and how fast is the alarm response?
The optical axis adjusts 180 degrees horizontally (90 degrees left and right), making it easy to aim the transmitter and receiver across uneven railings or angled balconies. Four-band frequency conversion lets neighbouring units run without interfering with each other. Once two beams are blocked the alarm triggers in about 80 ms, giving a near-instant response to an intruder.