Overview

• The Centurion i5 Infrared Safety Beams are a reliable and cost-effective detection solution designed to enhance the safety of automated gates and garage doors.
• These wired beams provide essential protection by detecting the presence of a person or vehicle in the path of a moving gate or door, integrating seamlessly with most automation equipment.
• With a long operating range, easy commissioning via LED indicators, and compatibility with advanced security features like Intruder-detection Alarms on CENTURION operators, the i5 beams ensure secure and safe operation for your home or business.

Features

• Reliable Obstruction Detection: Utilizes a modulated infrared beam to accurately detect obstructions, triggering a response from the connected automation system.
• Long Operating Range: Offers an impressive maximum operating distance of 40 metres, making them suitable for even the widest of entrances.
• Wide Input Voltage Range: Compatible with power supplies ranging from 12V to 30V DC/AC, offering flexibility in various installations.
• Easy Commissioning: Features LED indicators on both the transmitter and receiver for straightforward beam alignment and status confirmation.
  • Transmitter LED: Illuminates when power is ON.
  • Receiver LED: Illuminates when beams are aligned.
• Cost-Effective Safety Solution: Provides a dependable safety mechanism without a premium price tag.
• Automatic Alignment Assistance: Offers some leeway in alignment (9m² @ 10m, MAX 5A non-inductive) for easier setup.
• Intruder-Detection Alarm Compatibility: Can be used with CENTURION gate operators featuring Intruder-detection Alarm functionality to enhance perimeter security.
• Potential-Free Output Contacts: Relay contacts can be wired as normally-open (N/O) or normally-closed (N/C), offering versatility for interfacing with various control systems.
• Durable Enclosure: Designed with an IP54 rating for protection against dust and water spray.

Benefits

• Enhanced Safety: Significantly reduces the risk of accidental injury or property damage by detecting obstructions and preventing the gate/door from closing on them.
• Reliable Performance: Ensures consistent and dependable operation for critical safety functions.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide range of automated gates (sliding and swing) and garage doors across residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Simplified Setup: LED indicators make the alignment process more intuitive and less time-consuming.
• Improved Security Potential: Compatibility with Intruder-detection Alarm features on CENTURION operators allows the beams to double as a perimeter security device.
• Comprehensive Coverage: The 40-metre range is ideal for safeguarding large driveways and entrances.
• Cost-Effective Protection: An affordable way to add a crucial layer of safety to any automated access system.

In-Depth Technical Specifications

(Some specifications like output contact rating can vary slightly based on specific revisions or regional models; always refer to the documentation supplied with the product.)

Compatible With:

• Most CENTURION gate operators (D2 SMART, D3 SMART, D5-Evo, D5-Evo SMART, D6 SMART, D10, D10 SMART, D10 Turbo, D10 Turbo SMART, D20 SMART, R-Series, SECTOR, V-Series, etc.)
• Many third-party gate and garage door automation systems that accept standard N/O or N/C safety beam inputs.
• Alarm systems that can utilize potential-free contacts for zone inputs.

Ideal Use

• Gated Driveways: Safeguarding access points to residential properties.
• Garage Entrances: Ensuring safe operation for automated garage doors.
• Commercial and Industrial Access Points: Enhancing safety for larger spaces requiring long-distance beam coverage.
• Basic perimeter protection when used with Intruder-detection Alarm functionality on compatible operators.
• Any automated system where a reliable, wired safety detection device is required.

Tips

• Proper Alignment is Key: While the i5 beams offer some alignment leeway, precise alignment is crucial for reliable operation, especially over longer distances. Use the LED indicators to confirm.
• Mounting Height and Position: Typically mounted at a height of 750mm, but this should be adjusted based on the specific application (e.g., detecting low sports cars or high trucks). Ensure beams are mounted on reasonably parallel surfaces.
• Wiring: Use appropriate gauge and type of cable for the distances involved. Ensure all connections are secure and protected from the elements. A separate wire should be used to obtain COMMON for beam testing functionality on CENTURION operators.
• Intruder-Detection Alarm Setup: If using this feature, refer to your specific CENTURION gate operator manual for instructions on how to enable and configure the Intruder-Detection Alarm functionality.
• Regular Testing: Periodically test the safety beams by obstructing them while the gate/door is closing to ensure the system responds correctly (stops and/or reverses).
• Keep Lenses Clean: Regularly clean the lenses of both the transmitter and receiver to prevent dirt, dust, or cobwebs from impairing performance.
• Avoid Direct Sunlight: While designed to be unaffected by the sun, try to position the receiver where it's not in direct, intense sunlight for prolonged periods if possible, to maximize performance consistency.