Environment and Lighting

Avoid strong ambient light sources

The imager used in this product is highly sensitive to ambient light. Do not operate this device near windows or lighting fixtures that could influence measurement or data acquisition.If the unit must be installed in an environment with high ambient light levels, a lighting shield or similar device may need to be installed to prevent light from affecting measurement.

Avoid installing sensors in hazardous environments

To ensure reliable operation and to prevent damage to sensors, avoid installing the sensor in locations

that are humid, dusty, or poorly ventilated;
with a high temperature, such as places exposed to direct sunlight;
where there are flammable or corrosive gases;
where the unit may be directly subjected to harsh vibration or impact;
where water, oil, or chemicals may splash onto the unit;
where static electricity is easily generated.

Ensure that ambient conditions are within specifications

Except for the sensor models listed below, the sensor operating temperatures range is 0 to 50 °C.

For Gocator 2500 sensors, operating temperatures are 0 to 40 °C.
For Gocator 2430, 2440, and 2450 sensors, which are equipped with a Class 2 blue laser, operating temperatures are 10 to 50 °C.

The sensor must be heat-sunk through the frame it is mounted to. When a sensor is properly heat sunk, the difference between ambient temperature and the temperature reported in the sensor's health channel is less than 15° C. In some applications, to maintain this maximum difference, you may need additional heatsinking. You can monitor this temperature on the Report > Health page.

For all sensors, the storage temperature is -30 to 70 °C.

For all sensors, relative humidity (non-condensing) is 25% to 85%.

The Master network controllers are similarly rated for operation between 0 and 50 °C.

Sensors are high-accuracy devices, and the temperature of all of its components must therefore be in equilibrium. When the sensor is powered up, a warm-up time of at least one hour is required to reach a consistent spread of temperature in the sensor.

Protect Master network controllers from dusty environments

If you are installing a Master 810 or 2410 in a dusty environment, LMI strongly recommends installing the device in a vented cabinet or enclosure to avoid contamination.