German sensor manufacturer Leuze has broadened its LiDAR offering with the launch of the ROD 100 series, a new range of compact, high-speed switching laser scanners designed for industrial automation applications.
The devices, which feature a scanning frequency of 80 Hz at 0.2° angular resolution, are optimised for dynamic environments, including collision avoidance on fast-moving automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and load position monitoring on conveyor systems. The ROD 100 series complements Leuze’s existing ROD 300 measuring scanners and ROD 500 navigation devices, providing a versatile solution for precise object detection and safety monitoring.
“The ROD 100 series allows operators to reliably detect multiple objects simultaneously while adjusting detection ranges for varying load sizes,” said a company spokesperson. “Its compact design and rugged construction make it suitable for integration even in constrained mobile applications, from deep-freeze warehouses to high-temperature battery production environments.”
The new scanners include three independent outputs, enabling multiple presence checks in parallel, and support predictive maintenance through continuous monitoring of the viewing window, alerting operators when cleaning or service is required. All ROD series devices feature IP 67 protection and operate reliably in temperatures from -30°C to +60°C.
Founded in 1963 and headquartered in Owen/Teck, Southern Germany, Leuze has been developing industrial automation technologies for 60 years. Its portfolio spans switching and measuring sensors, identification systems, and data transmission and image processing solutions, with a particular focus on intralogistics, packaging, automotive, and laboratory automation.
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