At a glance
- Technology
- Doppler radar with planar module, 24.05 to 24.25 GHz
- Mounting Height
- 2 to 7 m
- Output
- 2 relays, potential-free changeover contacts
- Supply Voltage
- 12 to 36 V DC, 12 to 28 V AC (45 to 65 Hz)
- IP Rating
- IP65
- Detection Field
- 5 field size and sensitivity steps per output
Model Herkules 2ECurrent modelBircher Herkules 2E Radar Motion Sensor for Industrial Doors
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At a glance
- Technology
- Doppler radar with planar module, 24.05 to 24.25 GHz
- Mounting Height
- 2 to 7 m
- Output
- 2 relays, potential-free changeover contacts
- Supply Voltage
- 12 to 36 V DC, 12 to 28 V AC (45 to 65 Hz)
- IP Rating
- IP65
- Detection Field
- 5 field size and sensitivity steps per output
Radar sensor that opens industrial doors for people, vehicles or both in warehouses, logistics bays and factories, ignoring cross traffic. Recognises direction, two separately programmable relay outputs, mounts 2 to 7 m high, 24 GHz.
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Overview
What it is
Herkules 2E is a microwave (radar) motion detector from BBC Bircher Smart Access for activating industrial doors. It uses a Doppler radar with a planar antenna module working at 24.05 to 24.25 GHz and sits in a black anodised aluminium housing with a polycarbonate cover.
What it is used for
It sends the opening command to the door controller of sectional, roller, high-speed, sliding and folding doors in warehouses, logistics bays and factories. Because it can tell pedestrians from vehicles, one output can open the door fully for a forklift or truck while the other gives a partial opening for a person.
Key features
- One detector covers mounting heights from 2 to 7 m.
- Two relay outputs, each programmable for vehicles, people or both and for forward, backward or both directions.
- Cross-traffic optimisation and direction recognition reduce unwanted openings.
- Pulse-on-exit function lets the door start closing once the vehicle has left the field.
- Five field size and sensitivity steps per output.
- IP65 housing rated for -30 to +60 °C.
Buying considerations
Settings can be made with the push buttons behind the front cover, or from ground level with the RegloBeam 2 bidirectional infrared remote control, sold separately. Bircher recommends a mounting height of 3 m or more when people and vehicles must be separated. Detection speed is stated up to 25 km/h for vehicles.
Installation considerations
A 10 m, 6-core cable is fitted. Supply is 12 to 36 V DC or 12 to 28 V AC. The relay contacts are potential-free changeover contacts rated at 48 V AC/DC and 0.5 A, so they connect to the low-voltage input of the door controller.
Compatibility
It works with any industrial door controller that accepts a potential-free contact as an opening input. Bircher pairs it with ExpertSystem XL or ClickLine safety edges for closing-edge protection.
Technical specifications
Key facts
- What is it?
- Industrial door radar sensorBrand Bircher, model Herkules 2E
- What is it used for?
- Activation of industrial doors
- How is it powered?
- 12 to 36 V DC, 12 to 28 V AC (45 to 65 Hz)
- Can it be used outdoors?
- IP65
- Which documents are available?
- User manual, brochure, certificate Open documents
- Can SecurityGearHub help with installation?
- Setup guidanceManuals, wiring guides and answers to setup questions. On-site work is arranged separately where available. Ask about installation
- Not stated by the manufacturer
- box contents
General
- Technology
- Doppler radar with planar module, 24.05 to 24.25 GHz
- Application
- Activation of industrial doors (sectional, roller, high-speed, sliding, folding)
- Door Type
- Industrial doors
- Detection Field
- 5 field size and sensitivity steps per output
- Relay Contact Rating
- Max. 48 V AC/DC, 0.5 A
- Channels
- 2 independently programmable outputs
- Cable Length
- 10 m, 6 x 0.20 mm²
- Max. Detection Speed
- 25 km/h for vehicles
- Configuration
- Push buttons and DIP switches on the sensor, or RegloBeam 2 bidirectional infrared remote control
- Output
- 2 relays, potential-free changeover contacts
Input
- Supply Voltage
- 12 to 36 V DC, 12 to 28 V AC (45 to 65 Hz)
- Power Consumption
- Max. 75 mA operating current
Environment
- Operating Temperature
- -30 to +60 °C
- IP Rating
- IP65
Physical
- Mounting Height
- 2 to 7 m
- Dimensions
- 134 x 82 x 75 mm
- Weight
- 820 g including cable
- Housing Material
- Black anodised aluminium, polycarbonate cover
Approvals
- Certifications
- FCC, IC, CE
- Warranty
- Manufacturer warranty under Bircher's terms. How claims work
Product attributes and shipping details
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Downloads
Documentation
- Herkules 2E BrochureBrochure · This model · 2.9 MBDownload
Certificate and compliance document (1)
- Herkules 2E / Hercules 2S EU Declaration of ConformityCertificate · This model · 385.6 KBDownload
User manual
- Herkules 2E ManualUser manual · This model · 4.3 MBDownload
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Works with this product
Relevant accessories
- Bircher RegloBeam 2 Bidirectional Infrared Remote Control for Sensor SetupRegloBeam 2
Why Bidirectional remote control that sets every parameter from ground level. Condition: One per installer, not per sensor.
Price on requestAdd to quote - Bircher ExpertSystem XL Safety Edge for Automatic GatesExpertSystem XL
Why Supplementary product for closing-edge protection. Condition: Doors needing safety edges.
- Bircher ClickLine Electrical Safety Edge with Click-Fit FootClickLine
Why Recommended supplementary product. Condition: Doors needing safety edges.
Replacements and alternatives
- Bircher Helios 2T Radar and Infrared Sensor for Industrial DoorsHelios 2T
Why Radar plus active infrared presence sensor for industrial doors, app configured. Condition: When presence detection near the door is also required.
Price on requestAdd to quote
Questions about this product
Can Herkules 2E open the door only for vehicles and ignore people?
Yes. Each of the two outputs can be programmed for vehicles only, people only or both, and for a chosen direction of travel, according to the Bircher manual.
What mounting height does Herkules 2E support?
Bircher specifies 2 to 7 m. For separating people from vehicles the manual recommends 3 m or higher, and the wide field setting is only available below 4 m.
Do I need a remote control to set it up?
Not strictly. The manual describes push buttons behind the front cover. The RegloBeam 2 remote (article 292393, sold separately) lets every parameter be set from the ground.
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