WL12-3P2451 Sick Retroreflective Photoelectric Sensor, Block Sensor, 2 m Detection Range

Overview_x000D_ The W12-3 family features a complete range of photoelectric sensors that are enclosed in a metal housing. There are a large number of variations that are available, including proximity, retro-reflective, through-beam, special laser and clear material versions. These sensors offer many advantages over conventional optical sensors due to their reliable object detection and monitoring capabilities. Whether in packaging, pharmaceutical, or the food and beverage industries – the W12 family provides a solution for any application._x000D_ At a glance_x000D_ Best-in-class optical performance due to superior OES technology_x000D_ Autocollimation with retro-reflective sensors_x000D_ Background and foreground suppression with second emitter LED on proximity sensors_x000D_ Highly visible, precise light spot and high-energy IR transmitters_x000D_ Rugged die-cast zinc housing, optional with Teflon® coating_x000D_ Mounting options with through holes, base blind holes, oblong through holes and dovetail_x000D_ Flexible sensor settings, monitoring, advanced diagnostics, and visualization thanks to IO-Link_x000D_ Your Benefit_x000D_ Reliable detection due to superior ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) technology and immunity to optical interference factors from the industrial environment_x000D_ PinPoint LED technology provides a bright, small and precise light spot that enables quick and easy sensor alignment_x000D_ Precise switching characteristics ensure reliable object detection, reducing downtime caused by re-adjusting sensors during recipe changes_x000D_ Wide range of products enclosed in a rugged metal housing enables application flexibility in a broad range of industrial environments_x000D_ Flexible mounting options reduce installation time_x000D_ IO-Link provides easy data access from the PLC_x000D_ Quick and easy configuration_x000D_ Quick and easy integration using function blocks_x000D_ Applications_x000D_ Type check for bodyparts_x000D_ Presence and type checking for seat underframe components_x000D_ Collision prevention at robot grippers_x000D_ Robot guidance for installation of windshields_x000D_ Loop control: loop measurement_x000D_ Flexible sensor adjustment for the detection of transparent objects_x000D_ Flexible configuration of the sensor for different packaging_x000D_ Flexible Parametrierung des Sensors für unterschiedliche Verpackungen_x000D_ Measuring the height of the paper stack_x000D_ Paper tear monitor_x000D_ Presence check for paper_x000D_ Detection of paper edges_x000D_ Leading edge detection and presence checking_x000D_ Stack positioning_x000D_ Sheet presence and punch monitoring_x000D_ Sheet presence and position monitoring_x000D_ Identifying stacks_x000D_ Positioning of the sheet pallet_x000D_ Board detection_x000D_ Integrated speed and length measurement for sawmill applications_x000D_ Cutting protruding edges_x000D_ Integrated placement analysis_x000D_ Checking the presence and position of trays_x000D_ Checking presence in an ultrasonic welding station_x000D_ Inline quality control on a sensor rake_x000D_ Identification of direct-marked 2D codes_x000D_ Dynamic measurement of gaps between objects with Smart Sensor Solutions_x000D_ Monitoring of sorter tipping_x000D_ Speed measurement with Smart Sensors_x000D_ Note_x000D_ Product details cover the whole product family. For details on the specifications for this individual product, please refer to the datasheet.