RSB Mounting Considerations

The RSB can be mounted anywhere from 2mm below the sensed object to 45mm below the sensed object. 45mm is the farthest away it should be from the sensed object because the max. sensing distance on black for the RSB is 45mm. Anything past this distance cannot be guaranteed to be detected. The RSB can consequently be mounted above or below the rollers.

Mounting Bracket Types: 

Both sides of the RSB have a “star” shape (below picture) which allows them to mate with the different bracket types we offer on the SICK website. The left side of the picture highlights the “plunger” functionality. This feature is spring-loaded and can be easily pressed in 5mm for quick and easy installation. The recommended compression for installation is 3mm.

Below is a picture showing an example of the plunger functionality for the RSB. The star-shaped plunger is designed to mate with the various bracket solutions that are offered for the RSB.

Shown in below picture from right to left: P0A, P0B, P0C, P0D.  Adhesive mounting options are also available for more flexibility in installation. These are still designed to mate with the "star" portion of the RSB, but use an adhesive to fasten to the customer's mounting surface.

There is also a T-slot mounting option for the RSB. The T-slot is constructed out of a plastic material and is designed to "snap" into the customer-designed fixture. Many customers choose to use a square-headed bolt or screw as the mounting method. Cross-sectional dimensions are available in the picture below.

Other Mounting Considerations: 

Please consider the light spot width of the RSB. The width of the space between conveyor sections where the RSB will sit must be greater than the width of the light spot at that particular distance. A good rule of thumb is to ensure there is at least a 10mm gap between conveyor sections for the RSB to accurately sense. This ensures that the light spot will not encounter interference from the conveyor.