Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A Review: Specs and Uses of the SIL 3 Camera Positioning Read Head
Updated: 7 days ago
The Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV is a downward-looking camera that tells an AGV or rail vehicle exactly where it is, safely. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
safePGV achieves safety-rated absolute positioning with a single sensor, which normally takes two independent systems. The camera reads two-colour Data Matrix code tape lit alternately by red and blue LEDs, and the firmware checks the X position for plausibility. It is certified to SIL 3 and PL e Category 4 by TÜV Rheinland, reports over PROFIsafe, and works at up to 8 m/s over tracks as long as 100 km, with ±0.2 mm non-safety accuracy. The 200 g, 70 mm cube is IP67 with no wearing parts. Reaction time for safety functions is 165 ms. No price is listed.
Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A at a Glance
Safety: SIL 3 (EN 61508); PL e, Cat. 4 (EN ISO 13849-1)
Interface: PROFINET IO RT; PROFIsafe 2.4
Passage speed: Up to 8 m/s
Measuring length: Up to 100,000 m
Read distance: 100 mm (±30 mm depth of focus)
Price: on request
Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A |
Manufacturer | Pepperl+Fuchs |
Safety | SIL 3 (EN 61508); PL e, Cat. 4 (EN ISO 13849-1) |
Interface | PROFINET IO RT; PROFIsafe 2.4 |
Passage speed | Up to 8 m/s |
Measuring length | Up to 100,000 m |
Read distance | 100 mm (±30 mm depth of focus) |
Field of view | 120 x 80 mm |
Accuracy (non-safety) | X/Y ±0.2 mm; angle ±0.5° |
Safety reaction time | 165 ms |
Protection | IP67 |
Mass and size | About 200 g; 70 x 70 x 50 mm |
Certified by TÜV Rheinland. Ambient light limit is 30,000 lux for this model.
Design and Build Quality
A global-shutter CMOS camera with a 600 MHz processor and integrated red and blue LED lighting in a PC/ABS housing.
Software and Integration
PROFIsafe
Safe position data to safety PLCs.
Plausibility Check
Red and blue illumination validates the X position.
Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A Applications and Use Cases
AGV Safe Positioning
Safe speed and position for vehicles.
Electrified Monorails
Long tracks up to 100 km.
Stacker Cranes and Shuttles
Safe absolute position.
Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A Price and Value
Pepperl+Fuchs does not publish a price for the Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Pepperl+Fuchs Company Profile: History, Figures, Products and Leadership.
Pros and Cons
Pros
SIL 3 with one sensor
8 m/s
100 km tracks
No wearing parts
IP67
Cons
Requires code tape along the route
No published price
PROFINET only on this model
No published price
Who Should Buy the Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A?
It fits builders of AGVs, monorails and cranes that need safety-rated positioning.
Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A FAQ
How much does the Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A cost?
Pepperl+Fuchs does not publish a price for the Pepperl+Fuchs safePGV PGV100A; it is quoted on request.
What is the safePGV?
A camera read head for safe absolute positioning.
What safety level does it reach?
SIL 3 and PL e, Category 4.
What does it read?
Two-colour Data Matrix code tape.
How fast can vehicles move?
Up to 8 m/s.
How long can the track be?
Up to 100 km.
How does it connect?
PROFINET with PROFIsafe.
How accurate is it?
±0.2 mm in X and Y for non-safety data.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
