JT14 Safety Mat (Economical)
Economical pressure-sensitive safety mat with volt-free N.O. output for large-area or custom-shape floor guarding.
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| Output | Passive volt-free normally open (N.O.) dry contact |
|---|---|
| Response time | ≤30ms |
| Actuating force | Adult ≥30kg |
| Compressive strength | 1000kg/cm² |
| Material | NBR rubber + aluminum trim edging |
| Mechanical life | 1,000,000 operations |
| Protection rating | IP65 |
| Standard sizes | 250*500 / 500*500 / 500*1000 / 750*1000 / 1000*1000 / 1100*1800 (mm) |
| Custom range | Length 200-1000mm x width 200-2000mm, free polygon shapes |
| Design standard | ISO 13856-1 / PL d |
Overview
JT14 is a pressure-sensitive floor mat that generates a switching signal when a person steps on it. The mat itself is a passive, volt-free sensing element with a normally open (N.O.) dry contact output — it does not evaluate the signal on its own; the contact is wired into a safety relay, such as our DQSRN safety relay or DA31 e-stop relay, to form a complete safety function. It is positioned as the economical tier within our safety mat range, built with an NBR rubber surface and aluminum trim edging, and suits integrators and end users who need to guard an irregular floor area around machines or robot cells without the cost of a fully enclosed premium mat.
The JT14 has an actuating force of ≥30 kg for an adult and a response time of ≤30 ms, with a compressive strength rating up to 1000 kg/cm² and an IP65 protection rating suitable for washdown floor areas. It is rated for 1,000,000 mechanical operations and is available in 6 standard catalog sizes from 250×500 mm to 1100×1800 mm, plus custom sizes and free polygon shapes to follow irregular machine footprints. It is designed to ISO 13856-1, referenced at Performance Level d (PL d) per EN ISO 13849-1.
Features & Benefits
Actuating force ≥ 30 kg
Detects a person stepping on the mat while helping avoid nuisance trips from lightweight dropped items.
Response time ≤ 30 ms
Fast signal output from actuation to contact switching. Total machine stopping time still depends on the connected equipment's braking performance, not the mat alone.
Load rating up to 1000 kg/cm²
A high compressive strength rating reduces concern about surface damage from heavy static loads on the mat.
IP65-rated sealed construction
Dust-tight and protected against water jets, suitable for floor areas that require washdown cleaning.
NBR rubber surface with aluminum trim edging; 1,000,000-operation mechanical life
The trim edging protects the perimeter of the sensing core — the most vulnerable point — and reduces trip hazard from a raw edge, while the rated mechanical life supports long-term repeated use.
Passive volt-free N.O. contact output
No power is required at the mat itself; the signal is evaluated by a separate safety relay, giving a simple failure mode at the sensing element.
Designed to ISO 13856-1, Performance Level d (PL d)
References the international standard for pressure-sensitive protective devices, a common first-pass requirement in machine safety procurement.
Custom sizes and free polygon shapes
Beyond the 6 catalog sizes, custom dimensions and irregular polygon outlines let the mat follow machine footprints without unguarded gaps.
Economical positioning for large-area or multi-zone guarding
Catalog-designated economical tier, offering a cost advantage when guarding large continuous areas or multiple work zones.
Applications
Models & Ordering Information
Standard Catalog Sizes
How to Select
- Choose from the 6 standard sizes (250×500 mm to 1100×1800 mm) named as JT14-Width*Length (mm).
- All 6 standard sizes are rectangular; for irregular boundaries such as machine bases, columns, or cable runs, request a custom free-polygon layout with your site outline dimensions.
- The mat outputs a passive volt-free N.O. dry contact — pair it with a safety relay, such as our DQSRN safety relay or DA31 e-stop relay, and confirm the relay model and wiring before ordering.
- For washdown or wet floor areas the IP65 rating applies; confirm chemical or oil resistance separately if your environment requires it.
- If your machine safety assessment requires PL d per EN ISO 13849-1 or alignment with ISO 13856-1, the JT14 is designed to that standard; certification documents are available on request.
When NOT to specify the JT14 — and what to use instead
Guarding a perimeter or vertical opening rather than a floor area
Why not: JT14 is a floor presence mat that detects step-on pressure; it does not sense intrusion into a vertical plane.
Use instead: A light curtain (DQC/DQA/DQT/DQT4) or ST27 laser scanner for perimeter/area guarding
Forklifts, pallet trucks, or other wheeled loads will drive over the guarded area regularly
Why not: JT14's compressive strength rating is up to 1000 kg/cm²; sustained wheeled-vehicle traffic beyond typical foot-traffic duty is not confirmed as within its rated use.
Use instead: Confirm loading with the factory; a hard guard fence or a light curtain may better suit vehicle-trafficked boundaries
Needing a self-contained safety function without wiring an external relay
Why not: JT14's output is a passive, volt-free normally open dry contact that 'does not evaluate the signal on its own' — an external safety relay is mandatory to form a complete safety function.
Use instead: Pair with DQSRN or DA31 safety relay module
Detecting a body weight lighter than an adult (e.g. a light object or small load) must reliably trip the mat
Why not: Actuating force is rated at '≥30 kg for an adult' — loads lighter than this are not guaranteed to trigger the contact.
Use instead: Consult the factory for lower-threshold sensing needs
The environment involves oil or specific cleaning chemicals beyond plain water washdown
Why not: IP65 protects against dust and water jets but 'does not by itself indicate resistance to specific cleaning chemicals or oils' per the product's own FAQ.
Use instead: Confirm chemical/oil resistance with the factory before specifying
Specifications we do not publish yet
We only publish a figure once we are confident it is true. The items below are still being validated through further testing and real-world customer feedback, so for now we would rather leave them open than guess. If one of them matters to your design, ask us for the latest validated status.
- Mat thickness (source catalogs conflict: 14mm vs 12mm)
- Standard size range consistency — one old-site source lists a 'JT14-300x300' style series not present among the current catalog's 6 standard sizes
- Detection/actuation repeatability figures
- Operating temperature range
- Number of internal switching zones per mat (single-zone vs multi-zone)
- Certificate numbers and issuing body for the stated ISO 13856-1 / PL d design basis
- PFHd, MTTFd, and B10d figures underlying the stated PL d rating
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can the JT14 be shaped to fit an irregular guarded area?
How does the JT14 differ from a light curtain or laser scanner for floor protection?
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On the same machine or line, JT14 is typically ordered together with: Safety Relays · Safety Light Curtains · Safety Edges
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