SICK NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 2D Safety Laser Scanner – 3 m, 275°, SIL 2, PNP for AGV/AMR
Overview
- The NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 belongs to SICK’s nanoScan3 Pro I/O series. It is developed for safety applications requiring a compact design, high reliability, and flexible integration in industrial environments.
- The scanner employs SICK’s reliable safeHDDM® technology, ensuring stable and accurate performance even in challenging conditions with optical interference, dust, or strong ambient light.
- The Safety Designer software platform enables fast configuration and commissioning, significantly reducing setup time and simplifying integration into existing control systems.
- Designed for continuous duty, the device improves overall system availability while providing dependable personnel protection in automated applications.
Product Summary
The NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 is a compact safety laser scanner from SICK’s nanoScan3 Pro I/O family, optimized for mobile platforms such as AGVs, AMRs, and collaborative robots.
With a height of only 80 mm, it installs easily in space-restricted locations. Thanks to SICK’s safeHDDM® technology, the scanner delivers high-precision distance measurement by processing a high density of laser pulses per scan, offering excellent immunity to dust, ambient light, and optical disturbances.
Featuring safe PNP OSSD outputs, the device connects directly to standard safety PLCs or safety relays without the need for additional gateways, enabling fast and cost-effective integration.
5 Key Features
- Protective field: 3 m | Warning field: 10 m | Maximum measuring range: 40 m
- Scan angle: 275° | Angular resolution: 0.17° | Response time: 70 ms
- Configurable detection resolution: 20 mm – 200 mm (20 / 30 / 40 / 50 / 60 / 70 / 150 / 200 mm)
- Safety ratings: SIL 2 (IEC 61508), PL d (EN ISO 13849), Category 3, Type 3 (IEC 61496)
- Interface & Operation: 4 universal I/Os | 2 OSSD pairs (PNP) | Power consumption: 3.9 W (without output load) | IP65 | Operating temperature: –10 °C to +50 °C | Weight: 0.67 kg | Configuration via Safety Designer software
Technical Specifications – NANS3-CAAZ30AN1
| Parameter |
Value |
| Protective field |
3 m |
| Warning field |
10 m |
| Maximum measuring range |
40 m |
| Scan angle |
275° |
| Angular resolution |
0.17° |
| Response time |
70 ms |
| Detection resolution (configurable) |
20 / 30 / 40 / 50 / 60 / 70 / 150 / 200 mm |
| Safety ratings |
SIL 2, PL d, Category 3, Type 3 (IEC 61496) |
| Safe outputs |
OSSD (PNP), 2 pairs |
| Universal I/Os |
4 |
| Supply voltage |
24 V DC |
| Number of monitoring fields |
128 |
| Number of monitoring cases |
128 |
| Number of simultaneously active monitoring fields |
≤ 8 |
| Protection rating |
IP65 |
| Operating temperature |
–10 °C … +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) |
106.6 × 80 × 117.5 mm |
Technical data sourced from the official SICK datasheet. Datasheet link: https://www.sick.com/media/pdf/0/80/980/dataSheet_NANS3-CAAZ30AN1_1100334_en.pdf
Note: This is the “sensor without system plug” version (system plug not included). A compatible system plug must be ordered separately (various system plug variants are available depending on connection requirements).
Applications of the NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 in Industry
Thanks to its extremely compact size — one of the smallest safety laser scanners from SICK — and support for up to 128 monitoring cases, the NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 is widely used across many industries:
- Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR): Mounted low on the vehicle due to its 80 mm height. The system dynamically switches monitoring cases according to vehicle speed, reducing unnecessary stops while maintaining full operator safety.
- Collaborative Robots (Cobots): Protects the workspace around welding, assembly, and component sorting stations. The PNP outputs connect easily to safety relays (e.g., Pilz) or safety PLCs (Siemens, Omron). Its Category 3 rating makes it suitable for SIL 2 applications in automotive and consumer electronics manufacturing.
- Warehousing and Distribution Centers: Provides safe monitoring at intersections between automated forklifts and pedestrian areas. Up to 128 monitoring cases allow flexible programming for different shifts or zones.
- Packaging and Food Processing Lines: The robust aluminum housing and IP65 rating suit dusty environments and frequent cleaning. The integrated graphic display and status LEDs enable quick on-site diagnostics without a computer.
- Internal Material Handling and Sorting Systems: Monitors high-speed conveyors and automated sorting stations in logistics, e-commerce, and parcel distribution.
AUMI has consulted and supplied the NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 for numerous AGV and robot projects at electronics and logistics factories in Northern Vietnam. We provide comprehensive technical support from product selection and safety configuration through to system commissioning and acceptance.
Comparison: NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 (PNP) vs NANS3-CAAZ30AA1 (EFI-pro)
| Criteria |
NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 (PNP) |
NANS3-CAAZ30AA1 (EFI-pro) |
| Interface |
Local I/O (PNP) |
Local I/O + EFI-pro |
| Network connectivity |
None |
EFI-pro safe network (SICK) |
| Best suited for |
Standard PLC/safety relay, standalone systems |
Multi-scanner SICK systems via EFI-pro |
| Wiring complexity |
Direct cabling to relay/PLC |
Reduced wiring with multiple scanners |
| Part number |
1100334 |
1126792 |
Note: If your system uses only one scanner connected to a conventional safety relay or PLC, the NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 is the most economical and straightforward choice. For applications requiring multiple scanners or full integration within the SICK safety ecosystem, consider the NANS3-CAAZ30AA1 with EFI-pro.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What applications is the NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 suitable for?
A: The scanner is ideal for safety applications in industrial environments, including AGVs/AMRs, industrial and collaborative robots, automated warehouses, packaging lines, assembly processes, and logistics systems.
Q2: Does the device require software for configuration?
A: Yes. The NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 is configured using SICK’s free Safety Designer software, which supports protective field setup, I/O configuration, and system diagnostics.
Q3: What type of outputs does the scanner have and can it connect to a PLC?
A: The device features safe OSSD outputs in PNP configuration (2 pairs) and can connect directly to safety PLCs or safety relays. Note that OSSD is a safe switching signal, not a communication protocol.
Q4: What are the main scanning and detection specifications?
A: The sensor features a maximum protective field range of 3 m, a warning field range of 10 m, and a maximum sensing range of 40 m. It provides a scanning angle of 275°, an angular resolution of 0.17°, a response time of 70 ms, and a configurable detection resolution from 20 mm to 200 mm (20 / 30 / 40 / 50 / 60 / 70 / 150 / 200 mm).
Q5: What safety standards does the device meet?
A: The NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 complies with Type 3 (IEC 61496), SIL 2 (IEC 61508), PL d, and Category 3 according to EN ISO 13849, making it suitable for safety-related machinery applications.
Contact for Purchasing the NANS3-CAAZ30AN1 SICK Safety Laser Scanner
AUMI – Official SICK distributor in Vietnam. Full manufacturer warranty, complete CO/CQ documentation, and 24/7 technical support.
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