Determining CIR radar locations

The CIR sensor has been designed as a versatile sensor that can be used for a wide range of applications. This section will provide some examples of suitable radar locations, from which you should be able to gain an understanding of how to position the radar for your specific application. 

Radar sensor locations

Radar sensors must be positioned in such a location that they have optimum 'line of sight' to the objects they are to detect. CIR radar sensors scan in a horizontal beam, relative to the base of the sensor. If the sensor is mounted at an angle, the area that the radar scans will remain horizontal to the radar's base.

The radar data will produce a "peak" should an object appear within a detection zone, which can be used by software to generate alarms, adjust machinery or force stop vehicles. This zone is software configurable to lie within the scan area. Other factors to consider when choosing a mounting location include how close the radar is to a power source on the machine. Also accessibility, both for installation and on-going maintenance.