Product Overview

SICK GRTE18-P1142​ is an advanced safety laser scanner designed for comprehensive area protection and personnel safety in industrial environments. This high-performance safety device creates invisible protective fields to safeguard personnel and equipment, providing reliable monitoring for access protection, hazardous area monitoring, and collision prevention applications.

Key Features

• ​Wide Monitoring Range​ - Up to 5.5m protection field with 275° scanning angle

• ​Dual Safety Fields​ - Simultaneous monitoring of warning and protective fields

• ​High Safety Level​ - SIL 2/PLe according to ISO 13849 for personnel protection

• ​Compact Design​ - Space-efficient housing for easy integration

• ​IP65 Protection​ - Dust-tight and water-jet protected for industrial environments

• ​Flexible Configuration​ - Multiple field sets and operating modes

• ​Visual Status Indicators​ - Clear LED status display for immediate feedback

• ​FieldBus Connectivity​ - Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and PROFIsafe compatibility

Technical Specifications

Performance Characteristics

Scanning Performance

• ​Field Configuration:

  • Up to 128 configurable fields

  • Multiple protective and warning fields

  • Field sets for different operating modes

• ​Resolution Capability:

  • Minimum object detection: 70mm diameter

  • High resolution for reliable person detection

• ​Scanning Performance:

  • Scan frequency: 25Hz

  • 550 measurement points per scan

Safety Performance

• ​Safety Functions:

  • Protective field monitoring

  • Warning field monitoring

  • Reduced speed monitoring

  • Emergency stop functionality

• ​Safety Outputs:

  • 3 safety outputs (OSSDs)

  • 2 configurable switching outputs

• ​Monitoring Capability:

  • Contour-based object detection

  • Multiple simultaneous protective fields

  • Adaptive field configuration

Applications

The SICK GRTE18-P1142 is ideal for:

• ​Manufacturing Cells​ - Hazardous area protection around machinery

• ​Robotic Workstations​ - Personnel protection in collaborative robot applications

• ​Material Handling​ - Access protection for automated storage systems

• ​Assembly Lines​ - Safety monitoring in production areas

• ​Packaging Machinery​ - Personnel protection around automated equipment

• ​Loading Stations​ - Area monitoring for automated loading/unloading

• ​Industrial Automation​ - General area protection in manufacturing facilities

Advanced Functionality

Safety Monitoring Features

• ​Flexible Field Configuration​ - Multiple configurable protective fields

• ​Field Sets​ - Different field configurations for various operating modes

• ​Contour Analysis​ - Intelligent object recognition and classification

• ​Dynamic Monitoring​ - Real-time adaptation to changing environments

Connectivity & Integration

• ​Network Protocols:

  • Ethernet/IP

  • PROFINET

  • PROFIsafe

• ​Configuration Interface:

  • SOPAS ET software

  • Web server interface

  • Teach-in functionality

• ​Diagnostic Capabilities:

  • Comprehensive status monitoring

  • Event logging

  • Remote diagnostics

Environmental Adaptation

• ​Environmental Immunity:

  • Resistant to ambient light interference

  • Immune to dust and moisture

  • Stable performance in varying temperatures

• ​Mounting Flexibility:

  • Multiple mounting orientations

  • Flexible installation options

  • Adjustable mounting brackets

Design & Construction

• ​Robust Housing​ - Aluminum die-cast housing for durability

• ​Environmental Protection​ - IP65 rating for industrial conditions

• ​Optical System​ - High-quality lenses and laser components

• ​Cooling System​ - Passive cooling design

• ​Connection System​ - M12 connectors for reliable connections

• ​Status Indication​ - Multi-color LED status display

Installation & Operation

Mounting Requirements

• ​Mounting Height​ - Optimized for person detection (typically 150-300mm)

• ​Orientation​ - Vertical mounting recommended

• ​Clearance​ - Minimum 100mm clearance around device

• ​Alignment​ - Precise alignment for optimal performance

Electrical Connections

• ​Power Supply​ - 10-30V DC with reverse polarity protection

• ​Safety Outputs​ - 3 OSSD outputs via M12 connectors

• ​Communication​ - Ethernet connection for configuration

• ​I/O Connections​ - Additional configurable inputs/outputs

Configuration Process

• ​Software Setup​ - SOPAS ET configuration software

• ​Field Definition​ - Graphical field configuration

• ​Parameter Setting​ - Application-specific parameters

• ​Testing & Validation​ - Comprehensive function testing

Certifications & Compliance

• ​Safety Certifications:

  • IEC 61496-1, -3 (Type 3)

  • ISO 13849-1 (PLe)

  • IEC 61508 (SIL 2)

  • EN 62061

• ​EMC Compliance:

  • EN 61000-6-2 (Industrial immunity)

  • EN 61000-6-4 (Industrial emissions)

• ​Environmental Standards:

  • IP65 protection rating

  • Wide temperature range operation

• ​Quality Standards:

  • ISO 9001 manufacturing

  • RoHS compliance

Why Choose SICK GRTE18-P1142?

• ​Proven Safety Technology​ - SICK's reputation for industrial safety solutions

• ​Compact Design​ - Space-efficient for easy integration

• ​High Safety Level​ - SIL 2/PLe certified for personnel protection

• ​Flexible Configuration​ - Adaptable to various safety scenarios

• ​Reliable Performance​ - Stable operation in challenging environments

• ​Easy Integration​ - Comprehensive connectivity options

• ​Global Support​ - Backed by SICK's worldwide service network

Maintenance & Service

• ​Preventive Maintenance​ - Regular cleaning and inspection recommended

• ​Diagnostic Monitoring​ - Continuous self-monitoring and status reporting

• ​Software Updates​ - Firmware update capability via Ethernet

• ​Technical Support​ - Comprehensive documentation and support services

• ​Lifecycle Management​ - Long-term availability and spare parts support

Note: Specifications are based on standard configurations. Consult SICK technical documentation for application-specific requirements and detailed performance data.