Interlock control system ICS-6

ICS-6 interlock control system for safe laser applications

The use of interlocks is required for all Class 3B and Class 4 lasers regardless of their application in accordance with EN / IEC 60825-1.

The ICS-6 "ELISe" Interlock System (Expandable Laser Interlock System "e"), when properly installed, meets the highest possible performance level PL e in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1. Externally, it is very similar to the popular predecessor model ICS-5 (PL d), but offers even greater security and functionality and thus meets all the latest safety standards with flying colors.

With this compact, versatile and completely fail-safe laser interlock, you have full control over:

• the activity of lasers via their interlock contacts, power supply and beam traps
• mechanical or coded magnetic door switches
• illuminated warning signs window blinds, curtains and mobile laser protective walls

The ICS-6 interlock system combines the proven and proven advantages of its predecessors, such as absolute flexibility, robustness and ease of use, with new features such as remote monitoring.

Interlock System ICS-6 - Specifications and Features

• PL E (Performance Level E) according to EN ISO 13849-1
• SIL4 according to EN 61508
• CAT III according to EN 61010-1
• Safety-locked supply of the laser shutter (interlock)
• Safety-locked power supply of the laser (Interlock)
• Interlock connection mode
• Automatic switching of illuminated signs
• Use with mechanical or coded magnetic door switches
• Automatic fault detection and shutdown
• Reset switch
• Key-switch operation to prevent unauthorised use
• Arm laser button
• LED indication for interlock switch status; expansion board, emergency switch, reset ready; system checked; override on and Laser armes
• Display easy to clean, easy operation even with work gloves
• Connect to virtually unlimited number of door contacts and Emergency Stop Buttons
• Can be connected into Fire Alarm or Access Controll system

Product options for the ICS-6 interlock system

• Emergency switch
• Fail-safe, adjustable, temporary bridging (override)
• Safe or non-secure bypass switches: Pushbutton, pushbutton or magnetic stripe card
• Bypass Alarm
• Fail-safe door-locking interlock system, compatible with safety guidelines in case of fire or other dangerous situations
• Use with one-way, two-way or three-way signs
• Configuration possible to protect one or two areas, e.g. a closed enclosure or laboratory with the enclosure open