2D LiDAR Sensors for
Industrial Applications

Start with the application geometry rather than selecting the model with the highest specification. Define the required sensing distance, scan-plane coverage, target size, movement, angular detail, update requirement, and installation position.

Then determine what the host system needs from the LiDAR: switching output, measurement data, or both. The final YB27 configuration should match both the sensing task and the controller or host architecture.

Use the maximum real distance from the intended sensor position to the target or area that must be measured, then allow suitable engineering margin for the actual target and installation conditions.

The longest available range is not automatically the best choice. Target reflectivity, mounting angle, environmental conditions, scan geometry, and the required measurement detail should also be considered.

If the downstream controller mainly needs a detection state from configured monitoring zones, a switching-output configuration may be the simpler architecture.

If the application needs navigation, mapping, positioning, coordinate calculation, interactive tracking, or another custom algorithm, the host normally needs LiDAR measurement data for further processing. A dual-output configuration can be considered where both types of information are required.

AGV and AMR navigation generally requires access to LiDAR scan measurements so that the robot controller, industrial computer, or navigation software can perform localization, mapping, or related environmental processing.

For that reason, a YB27 configuration providing measurement-data communication should be evaluated rather than choosing a switching-only configuration. The final model still depends on working distance, angular resolution, scan frequency, interface, and the robot software architecture.

Yes. A 2D LiDAR can detect objects that intersect its scanning plane, provided the target size, sensing distance, mounting position, and scan geometry are suitable for the application.

Obstacle-detection systems can use either configured switching outputs or host-side processing of scan measurements depending on the required logic. However, general obstacle detection should not automatically be interpreted as a certified personnel safety function.

No. A general-purpose 2D LiDAR and a safety laser scanner may both use laser-based scanning, but they are designed for different system roles.

YB Series LiDAR is intended for functions such as measurement, navigation, detection, spatial sensing, and host-side data processing. Where a machine requires certified personnel protection or a safety-rated protective function, use an appropriate safety laser scanner and safety control architecture instead.

A 2D LiDAR is often appropriate when the required information can be obtained from a defined scanning plane, such as planar navigation, position detection, area monitoring, or interactive floor sensing.

A 3D LiDAR may be more appropriate when the application requires vertical structure, object height, multi-level geometry, or volumetric environmental information. The decision should be based on the sensing problem rather than assuming that 3D is automatically better.

Pricing depends on the selected YB27 configuration and project requirements rather than on the general term “2D LiDAR.” Sensing range, output architecture, interface, quantity, and project requirements can affect the recommended model and quotation.

For a faster recommendation, provide the application, required sensing distance, target or working-area dimensions, mounting position, required output or scan data, host device, and expected quantity.