Certified Press Brake Laser Guarding & Safety Control Systems
Upgrade your metalworking operations with CE-certified Class 1 laser protection and smart PCSS-A safety controllers. Delivering maximum operator safety and full global compliance without compromising bend speed or daily throughput.
COMPLIANCE & STANDARDS
Fully Compliant with Global Safety Standards. Built to pass strict local safety inspections and protect your workforce worldwide.
✔ 100% Factory Tested
✔ Third-Party Certified
✔ Global On-Site Audit Ready
Automatic Tool Alignment:
Camera-equipped receiver systems deliver seamless, automated tool alignment, completely eliminating tedious manual adjustments. Powered by SmartLink CNC integration, the alignment process runs fully automatically—removing the need for operators to manually press the TOOL ALIGN button.
Press Brake Control Safety System - Advanced
Engineered to maximize both safety and operational efficiency, the PCSS-A is an all-in-one programmable safety controller for press brakes. By seamlessly integrating control, safety, and monitoring functions into a single unified system, it eliminates the complexity of third-party components and software. The PCSS-A delivers a high-performance, cost-effective solution that optimizes manufacturing budgets.
Designed to minimize engineering and assembly overhead, this streamlined solution features a reduced component count, simplified wiring, an intuitive interface, and fully CE-certified hardware and software.
Specifications
Safety controllers
| PCSS-A0 | PCSS-A0 PLUS | PCSS-A1 | PCSS-A2 |
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| SmartLink | • | • | • | • | |
| FlexSpeed | • | • | • | Plus | |
| AutoSense | Plus | Ultimate | Ultimate | Ultimate | |
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| Safety inputs | 12 | 12 | 16 | 16 | |
| Safety outputs | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | |
| Standard inputs | 24 | 24 | 28 | 28 | |
| Standard outputs | 6 | 6 | 10 | 10 | |
| Linear encoder I/O | 1, Y1 or Y2 | 2, both Y1 and Y2 | 2, both Y1 and Y2 | 2, both Y1 and Y2 |
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| Minimum encoder resolution | 0.1 micron | 0.1 micron | 0.1 micron | 0.1 micron |
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| Speed capacity of the encoder counters | >300mm per second | > 300mm per second | > 300mm per second | > 300mm per second |
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| Response time (hardware interrupts) | <1ms | <1ms | <1ms | <1ms |
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| SD Card (back-up, data logging and high-speed software transfer) | - | - | - | • | |
| CAN Open | - | - | - | • | |
| Ethernet | - | - | • | • | |
| Ether CAT | - | - | - | OPTIONAL | |
| Dimensions | 229mm x 189mm x 45mm | 229mm x 189mm x 45mm | 229mm x 189mm x 45mm | 229mm x 189mm x 57mm | |
| Expansion Options |
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| Tandem Adaptor | - | - | • | • | |
| SmartLink Brackets | - | - | • | • | |
| Wireless Foot Pedal | - | - | • | • | |
| Optics Compatibility |
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| LZS-1 | • | • | • | • | |
| LZS-2 | • | • | • | • | |
| LZS-XL | - | - | • | • | |
| IRIS / IRIS Plus | - | - | • | • | |
| Third party light curtain support | • | • | • | • | |
| Dual guarding support | • | • | • | • | |
Optical protection
| LZS-1 | LZS-2 | LZS-XL | IRIS | IRIS PLUS |
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| Optical protection functions | • | • | • | • | • |
| Optical imaging functions | - | - | - | • | • |
| Laser transmitter | CLASS 1 | CLASS 1 | CLASS 1 | CLASS 1 | CLASS 1 |
| Receiver type | Multi-sensor photocell | Multi-sensor photocell | Camera | Camera with integrated Intel® image processor | Camera with integrated high-speed Intel® image processor |
| Maximum recommended optical range | 8 metres | 8 metres | 15 metres | 8 metres | 4.5 metres |
| Minimum object detection resolution | 4mm | 4mm | 9mm | 2mm | 2mm |
| Connector type | M12 8 pin | M12 8 pin | M12 12 pin | M12 12 pin | M12 12 pin |
| Tool compatibility | V tools and non-standard tools | V tools and non-standard tools | V tools and non-standard tools | V tools and non-standard tools | V tools and non-standard tools |
| Integrated status LEDs | • | • | • | • | • |
| Special Functions |
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| Automatic tool alignment | - | - | - | • | • |
| Automatic alignment confirmation | - | - | • | - | - |
| Special tools mode | - | - | - | • | • |
| Soft stop mode | - | - | - | • | • |
| Fast flattening mode | - | - | - | • | • |
| Automatic Cycle Start (ACS) | - | - | - | • | • |
| Bend Speed Management (BSM) | - | - | - | • | • |
| Adaptive Environment Sensing (AES) | - | - | • | • | • |
| Technology | |||||
| RapidBend | - | • | - | - | - |
| RapidBend Ultimate | - | - | - | • | • |
| BendShield | - | - | - | • | • |
| BendVision | - | - | - | - | • |
| Performance // Minimum speed change point |
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| Flat sheet bending | 8mm | 4mm | 3mm / 10mm | 0mm | 0mm |
| Box bending | 8mm | 4mm | 3mm / 10mm | 0mm | 0mm |
| PCSS-A Series Compatibility |
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| PCSS-A0 / PCSS-A0 Plus | • | • | - | - | - |
| PCSS-A1 / PCSS-A2 | • | • | • | • | • |
| PCSS-A Tandem Adaptor | - | - | • | - | - |
| Mounting Bracket Compatibility |
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| Economy Brackets | • | • | - | - | - |
| Standard Brackets | • | • | • | • | • |
| SmartLink Brackets | - | - | - | • | • |
Optical imaging
| IRIS | IRIS PLUS |
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| Optical protection functions | • | • |
| Optical imaging functions | • | • |
| Maximum recommended optical range | 8 metres | 4.5 metres |
| Optical sensor |
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| Camera | Digital Image Sensor | Digital Image Sensor |
| Frame rate / frequency | 17ms / 59Hz | Selectable 5ms / 200Hz or 10ms / 100Hz |
| Data resolution (sensor) | - | 0.01 degrees |
| Measurement technology |
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| Type | Integrated Intel® image processor | Integrated high-speed Intel® image processor |
| Memory depth | - | Records up to 10 seconds (2000 images) of bend data per cycle |
| Measurement accuracy | - | Up to +/- 0.25 degrees |
| Measurement rate synchronised with frame rate | - | Selectable 5ms / 200Hz or 10ms / 100Hz |
| Imaging technology |
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| Bend Speed Management | • | • |
| BendVision | - | • |
Mounting brackets
| ECONOMY | STANDARD | SMARTLINK | |
| Specifications | |||
| Vertical bracket length | 700mm | 520mm / 700mm / 1000mm | 700mm |
| Vertical adjustment range | 488mm | 350mm / 530mm / 830mm | 500mm |
| Horizontal adjustment range | 40mm | 40mm | 40mm |
| Maximum recommended machine length | 4 metres | 15 metres | 6 metres |
| Main Features | |||
| Precision linear bearings and rails | - | • | • |
| Free sliding operation | - | • | • |
| Automatic motorised drive system | - | - | • |
| Maximum speed of the motorised drive system | NA | NA | 20mm/s |
| Adjustable locking handle | • | • | NA |
| Tool change lock | - | Manual | Automatic |
| Optics Compatibility | |||
| LZS-1 | • | • | - |
| LZS-2 | • | • | - |
| LZS-XL | - | • | - |
| IRIS / IRIS Plus | - | • | • |
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