Leuze has introduced the RSL 200, an ultra-compact industrial safety laser scanner. Believed to be the smallest currently available on the market, the scanner is designed to safeguard machines, robots, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) with enhanced flexibility and reliability, particularly in industrial areas and locations where space constraints can otherwise make integration difficult.
With an operating range of 3 meters and a 275-degree scanning angle, the RSL 200 offers reliable area guarding and protective field switching. The compact scanner is ideal for installation within corner-mounted applications, as it allows for the simultaneous safeguarding of two machine sides using a single device. Configurable protective fields can be tailored to match machine contours, improving workplace safety without compromising productivity. A rotating M12 connector simplifies cabling and further reduces the installation footprint.
In factory automation, the RSL 200 provides reliable perimeter safeguarding for robotic cells, conveyor systems, and industrial machinery. Its compact dimensions allow installation within tight enclosures or directly onto machine frames, minimizing disruption to space-constrained layouts. For cobot applications, it supports dynamic field switching, enabling safe human-machine interaction without compromising operational throughput.
In mobile robotics, including AGVs and AMRs, the RSL 200 enables real-time adaptation of protective fields in response to changes in speed, direction, or payload. This ensures responsive collision avoidance and safety compliance in complex logistics environments. Its 275-degree scanning angle and resilience to vibration make it particularly suitable for high-traffic, multi-vehicle facilities where space and reaction time are critical.
Designed for mobile use, such as in AGVs and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), the RSL 200’s switchable protective and warning fields adjust automatically based on travel direction and speed. Its rugged construction and resistance to shock and vibration support reliable performance in demanding operational environments. Two scanners mounted diagonally can provide complete omnidirectional protection, a key advantage for robotics platforms navigating crowded or dynamic factory floors.
In robotic arms and machine tending applications, the RSL 200 helps to maintain operator safety during maintenance or manual loading processes while maximizing uptime. It is equally suited to logistics and warehousing environments, where real-time speed adjustment and object detection are essential for safe, autonomous motion.
Streamlined installation is achieved through a purpose-built mounting bracket that enables quick horizontal and vertical alignment without the need for scan level recalibration. If replacement is necessary, the scanner can be swapped in minutes using the removable configuration memory, allowing for fast data transfer and reduced downtime.
Additionally, system operators can access diagnostics and real-time status updates remotely via the RSL 200 Bluetooth-enabled app. This allows maintenance teams to retrieve key operating data from outside the hazardous area, improving safety and reducing disruptions. Messages are displayed in plain text, and support tickets can be sent directly to Leuze’s service team.
For applications requiring extended detection range, Leuze also offers the RSL 400, which supports a scanning range of up to 8.25 meters.
About Leuze
With more than 60 years of experience, Leuze is a global leader in innovative sensor and safety solutions for industrial automation. Around 1,600 Sensor People worldwide deliver smart and reliable technologies for position detection, safety, identification, image processing, and data transmission. As a family-owned company, Leuze focuses on both customer-specific applications and scalable system solutions across machine building, robotics, and factory automation.
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