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ProLoop

ProLoop inductive loop detectors monitor and evaluate induction loops embedded in the ground, detecting metallic vehicles of all sizes — from bicycles to HGVs. Available in two variants, the ProLoop2 and ProLoop Lite, the family is designed for industrial doors, access barriers, car parks, parking ticket dispensers, and bollard systems. The induction loop is electrically isolated from the detector for maximum reliability, and both variants offer straightforward commissioning with an intuitive operating concept.

Operating Guide PDF

Inductive loop detectionBicycles to HGVsElectrically isolated loopProLoop2 & Lite variants

Key Features

Detects all metallic vehicles from bicycles to HGVs via inductive ground loop monitoring.
Induction loop electrically isolated from the detector for maximum reliability.
ProLoop2 features intelligent software, inductance measurement, simulation mode, and factory reset.
ProLoop Lite provides simple, cost-effective detection with an excellent price-performance ratio.
Intuitive operating and display concept on ProLoop2 for user-friendly commissioning.
Compact design suits DIN rail or panel mounting in barrier and gate control cabinets.
Immediate relay switching at the gate on vehicle detection.

Best Fit Applications

Barrier activation at car park entrances and exits with parking ticket dispensers.
Industrial door and gate activation triggered by approaching vehicles.
Bollard control systems at restricted access points and city centre zones.
Loading dock and logistics facility barrier systems requiring reliable detection.
Any access control installation where a ground induction loop is already installed.

ProLoop detectors are engineered to work reliably with every type of inductive loop detection, making them a trusted choice across the full range of vehicle access and parking applications.

ProLoop Variants

Variant	Key Characteristics
ProLoop2	Intelligent software with inductance measurement, simulation mode, factory reset, and an intuitive operating and display concept for fast, user-friendly setup
ProLoop Lite	Simplified functional scope for straightforward commissioning at an excellent price-performance ratio; monitors the installed induction loop and switches the gate immediately on vehicle detection

Technical Specifications

Operating principle	Inductive ground loop monitoring
Detection targets	All metallic vehicles — bicycles to HGVs
Loop isolation	Electrically isolated from detector
Measurement	Inductance measurement (ProLoop2)

Special modes	Simulation mode, factory reset (ProLoop2)
Output	Relay — immediate switching on detection
Mounting	DIN rail or panel
Commissioning	Intuitive display concept (ProLoop2); simplified setup (Lite)

Installation Notes

Connect the existing ground induction loop to the ProLoop detector terminals — the loop is electrically isolated from the detector circuit.
Use the ProLoop2 inductance measurement and simulation mode to verify loop integrity before final commissioning.
ProLoop Lite suits straightforward installations where the full ProLoop2 feature set is not required.
Refer to the operating guide for loop installation dimensions, sensitivity adjustment, and relay output wiring.

Contact Pantron Automation for application assistance or to discuss ProLoop variant selection for your specific access control installation.

Typical Applications

Car park entry and exit barriers with ticket dispenser activation.
Industrial site vehicle access gates and bollard systems.
Loading dock barriers activated by approaching delivery vehicles.
Residential and commercial parking systems requiring unattended vehicle detection.

For applications without existing ground loops or where loop installation is not possible, consider the EasyLoop virtual loop radar sensor as an above-ground alternative.