Sensors of the SF-Series from ScoutVision are the best solution for the perfect positioning of a
welding torch on weld seams, for e.g. seam welding on a chassis in vehicle construction.
With real workpieces, the position and direction of a weld seam can deviate from the saved
seam position, but in industrial and automated production very short production cycles do not
allow manual correction before each welding process.

Sensor headSF35
Nominal distance[mm]250
FOV (near) [mm]20
FOV (far) [mm]35
Depth of field[mm]90
Measurement accuracy[mm]0.25
Measurement areadepends on field of view an depth of field
Gap area0.1 mm – 70 mm (depends on sensor type)
Lead> 25 mm
Wavelength660 nm (visible)
Laser SecurityLaser Class 3B
Calibrationwith calibration plate
Size[mm]40*90*103
Weight650g
Industrycooling air, protection glass etc.

Our graphical user interface supports now the italien language. Next to this language we offer englisch, chinese, spanish and russian for best comfort in handling seam tracking or finding.

ScoutVision sensors for tracking are equipped with automatic protective glass detection.

What is the use case of protective class detection?

The protective glass detection prevents that a sensor is operated without such protection against sputter or dust and thereby suffer damage of the optical window. Reduced accuracy or totally fail is avoided, if someone missed to install the protective glass.

How does the protective glass detection works?

A mechanical element detects the presence of the protective glass. If it’s not plugged in the laser will not emit and no tracking or finding operation is possible. If the protective glass is removed during operation while the laser is on, it will be shut down immediately.

How does the protective glass detection works in reality?

Sensors of the ScoutVision ST-Series are contactless weld seam or weld bead seam tracking sensors
with optical scanning. It is the newest solution for all robots and special machines for welding with
control control over the position of the torch or welding optic in MIG/MAG and Laser welding.
ScoutVisions ST-Sensors are used in conjunction with robots or special machines to automate weld
processes to provide advanced solutions for many complex and difficult applications.

Sensor head ST20P
Nominal distance[mm] 150
FOV (near) [mm] 15
FOV (far) [mm] 40
Depth of field[mm] 50
Measurement accuracy[mm] 0.1
Measurement area depends on field of view an depth of field
Gap area 0.1 mm – 70 mm (depends on sensor type)
Lead > 25 mm
Wavelength 660 nm (visible)
Laser Security Laser Class 3B
Calibration with calibration plate
Size[mm] 40*60*110
Weight 520 g
Industry cooling air, protection glass etc.

Sensors of the ScoutVision ST-Series are contactless weld seam or weld bead seam tracking sensors
with optical scanning. It is the newest solution for all robots and special machines for welding with
control control over the position of the torch or welding optic in MIG/MAG and Laser welding.
ScoutVisions ST-Sensors are used in conjunction with robots or special machines to automate weld
processes to provide advanced solutions for many complex and difficult applications.

Sensor head ST35
Nominal distance[mm] 150
FOV (near) [mm] 20
FOV (far) [mm] 60
Depth of field[mm] 130
Measurement accuracy[mm] 0.25
Measurement area depends on field of view an depth of field
Gap area 0.1 mm – 70 mm (depends on sensor type)
Lead > 25 mm
Wavelength 660 nm (visible)
Laser security Laser Class 3B
Calibration with calibration plate
Size[mm] 40*60*110
Weight 520 g
Industry cooling air, protection glass etc.