2D Laser Scanner LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty SICK – Rugged Industrial LiDAR for Harsh Environments
At a glance:
- Measuring range up to 80 m, 190° horizontal scan angle – equivalent coverage to Lite with superior performance
- Scanning frequency up to 100 Hz, ultra-fine angular resolution of 0.042° (interlaced) – for high-precision measurement applications
- Heavy Duty design: stainless steel M12 connectors resistant to oil, lubricants, and seawater – ideal for offshore and mining environments
- IP65/IP67 enclosure with integrated heater – stable operation from –30°C to +50°C
- Multi-echo technology for weather interference rejection: rain, fog, coal dust, and smoke
- Ethernet TCP/IP, Serial RS-232/RS-422, USB – flexible integration with PLC/SCADA
The LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty is a 2D laser scanner (LiDAR) from SICK’s LMS5xx series, specially hardened for demanding industrial environments such as mining, seaports, oil & gas, and chemical plants. With a scanning frequency of up to 100 Hz, an ultra-fine angular resolution of 0.042°, and corrosion-resistant stainless steel connectors, it is the top choice when both high precision and extreme durability are required.
1. Product Overview – LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty 2D Laser Scanner
The LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty is the ruggedized version of the LMS511 series, purpose-engineered for environments with oil and grease, high humidity, salt water, and extreme temperatures. Its key differentiators from the Lite variant are the stainless steel M12 connectors, superior corrosion resistance, and a higher scanning frequency (up to 100 Hz) with more angular resolution options (down to 0.042° interlaced).
The LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty is a 2D laser scanner (LiDAR) designed by SICK (Germany) for harsh industrial environments – mining, ports, oil & gas – distinguished by its 100 Hz scanning frequency, 0.042° angular resolution, stainless steel M12 oil- and seawater-resistant connectors, and IP67 protection rating.
5 key specifications:
- Maximum measuring range: 80 m (at 10% remission: 26 m)
- Scanning frequency: 25 / 35 / 50 / 75 / 100 Hz
- Angular resolution: 0.042° (interlaced) to 1°
- Enclosure rating: IP65/IP67; resistant to oil/lubricants and seawater
- Connectors: 4x M12 stainless steel; Ethernet TCP/IP, RS-232/RS-422, USB
2. Technical Specifications – LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty SICK
| Parameter |
Value |
| Part number |
1071590 |
| Variant |
Heavy Duty |
| Light source |
Infrared – 905 nm (±10 nm) |
| Laser class |
Class 1 (EN/IEC 60825-1:2014) |
| Aperture angle (horizontal) |
190° |
| Scanning frequency |
25 Hz / 35 Hz / 50 Hz / 75 Hz / 100 Hz |
| Angular resolution |
0.042° (interlaced); 0.083° (interlaced); 0.1667°; 0.25°; 0.333°; 0.5°; 0.667°; 1° |
| Working range |
0.2 m … 80 m |
| Scanning range (10% remission) |
40 m |
| Measurement accuracy |
±12 mm |
| Systematic error |
±25 mm (1–10 m); ±35 mm (10–20 m) |
| Statistical error |
7 mm (1–10 m); 9 mm (10–20 m) |
| Response time |
≥13 ms |
| Evaluated echoes |
2 (multi-echo) |
| Supply voltage |
24 V DC, ±20% |
| Power consumption |
22 W (+55 W heater, typical) |
| Ethernet interface |
TCP/IP, UDP/IP, OPC DA – 10/100 MBit/s |
| Serial interface |
RS-232, RS-422 – 9.6 kBaud … 500 kBaud |
| USB interface |
Mini-USB (service interface) |
| Digital inputs |
2 |
| Digital outputs |
3 |
| Field sets |
4 fields, 4 simultaneous evaluation cases |
| Signal filters |
Echo filter, Fog filter, Particle filter, Average filter, Glare filter |
| Enclosure rating |
IP65 / IP67 (EN 60529) |
| Special application |
Cold bending resistant, Outdoor, Oil/lubricant zones, Seawater resistant |
| Housing material |
AlSi12 – Gray RAL 7032 |
| Mechanical connection |
4 x M12 round connector (stainless steel, corrosion-resistant) |
| Weight |
3.7 kg |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) |
160 mm × 155 mm × 185 mm |
| MTBF |
> 100 years |
| Operating temperature |
–30°C … +50°C |
| Storage temperature |
–40°C … +70°C |
| Ambient light immunity |
70,000 lx |
| EMC certification |
IEC 61000-6-2 / IEC 61000-6-3 |
| Origin |
SICK AG, Waldkirch, Germany |
Specifications from SICK datasheet LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty (Part No. 1071590).
3. Industrial Applications of the LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty Laser Scanner
Thanks to its ruggedized design and high scanning frequency, the LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty is the ideal choice for demanding industrial environments:
Mining and Mineral Processing
Coal mines and quarries present dense fine dust, high humidity, and constant heavy vibration. The LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty with its hardened housing, stainless steel connectors, and multi-echo technology operates reliably for material level measurement, conveyor belt monitoring, and machine area safety.
Seaports and Maritime Applications
Salt air and high humidity quickly corrode standard equipment. The stainless steel M12 connectors of the LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty withstand marine environments, making it suitable for automated container crane guidance, vessel-to-quay distance measurement, and outdoor container yard monitoring.
Oil & Gas and Chemical Plants
Oil and gas production areas involve lubricants, corrosive gases, and wide temperature fluctuations. The LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty is rated for zones with oils and lubricants, suitable for tank level measurement and safety zone monitoring.
High-Precision Measurement Applications
The 100 Hz scanning frequency and 0.042° angular resolution (interlaced) enable detailed profile scanning of fast-moving objects – ideal for quality inspection on high-speed production lines and profile measurement in wood processing.
Cold and Extreme Temperature Environments
The cold bending resistant rating and integrated heater allow the LMS511-12100 to operate reliably in cold storage facilities, high-altitude installations, and outdoor winter deployments.
- Comparison: LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty vs LMS511-11100 Lite
| Criterion |
LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty |
LMS511-11100 Lite |
| Max. scanning frequency |
100 Hz |
75 Hz |
| Min. angular resolution |
0.042° (interlaced) |
0.25° |
| Measurement accuracy |
±12 mm |
±24 mm |
| Range (10% remission) |
40 m |
40 m |
| Connectors |
M12 stainless steel |
M12 standard |
| Special environment |
Oil/lubricants, seawater, cold bending |
Standard outdoor |
| Best suited for |
High precision, corrosive environments |
Long range, cost optimization |
| Part No. |
1071590 |
1054155 |
6. Frequently Asked Questions – LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty (FAQ)
Q1: What is the price of the LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty?
A: Pricing depends on quantity and delivery timeframe. Contact AUMI at 0917 991 589 for a detailed quote and a comparison with the Lite variant if needed.
Q2: Is the LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty resistant to seawater?
A: Yes. The LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty is specifically designed for seawater-resistant applications, featuring stainless steel M12 connectors. The IP67 rating provides complete protection against water immersion, making it suitable for seaport, marine vessel, and coastal installations.
Q3: What interfaces does the LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty support?
A: The sensor supports: Ethernet (TCP/IP, UDP, OPC DA) at 10/100 MBit/s; Serial RS-232 and RS-422 (9.6–500 kBaud); Mini-USB service interface; 2 digital inputs and 3 digital outputs. Compatible with virtually all industrial PLCs and SCADA systems.
Q4: What applications is the LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty best suited for?
A: It is especially well-suited for: mining (material level, conveyor safety), seaports (crane guidance, vessel distance), oil & gas (tank level, safety zone monitoring), high-speed quality inspection, and any application in oil, chemical, or corrosive environments.
Q5: Where to buy the genuine LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty SICK?
A: AUMI is the authorized SICK distributor in Vietnam. Contact hotline 0917 991 589 or visit aumi.com.vn for ordering and technical consultation.
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