How to select the right output mode for your measuring light curtain application?

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Choose by your control system: RS485 for networked multi-sensor systems, RS232 for direct PC connection, 4-20mA for PLC analog input modules, 1-10V for voltage-based controllers. DADISICK DK-QL supports all four in a single product line. Selection MatrixYour SystemRecommended OutputWhyPLC with analog inputs4-20mASimplest wiring, no protocol neededMulti-sensor factory networkRS485Multi-drop, long distance, noise immunePC-based data acquisitionRS232Direct serial connection, standard protocolVoltage-input controller1-10VSimple scaling, easy troubleshootingDADISICK DK-QL measuring light curtains provide all four output options, giving you maximum flexibility for system integration across different control platforms. 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PLC with analog inputs	4-20mA	Simplest wiring, no protocol needed
Multi-sensor factory network	RS485	Multi-drop, long distance, noise immune
PC-based data acquisition	RS232	Direct serial connection, standard protocol
Voltage-input controller	1-10V	Simple scaling, easy troubleshooting

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