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Sick W10 All in one - one for all photoelectric sensor.

26th February 2024

The new Sick W10 photoelectric proximity sensor, presents a sensor that can be used to solve a wide range of detection tasks in automation technology more universally than ever before.

The sensor series comprises just four variants, which differ in their operating distances and mounting options. This considerably reduces the usual variety of types.

The Class 1 laser light source, in conjunction with the precise receiver evaluation line, delivers precise detection results with high repeat accuracy. For the first time, a touchscreen interface has been implemented in a sensor of this type, which means that the operation of the W10 meets demanding requirements for intuitive ease of use and innovative user experience.

Three application-optimized operating modes can be activated just as easily via the display as foreground or background suppression if required. In addition, situation-dependent teach-in options allow the W10 to be conveniently adapted to individual application scenarios. The stainless steel housing with IP69k protection protects the sensor even when used in demanding ambient conditions. Thanks to IO-Link functionality, the photoelectric sensor offers the option of remote configuration and efficient integration of the recorded sensor data into an existing automation network.

The W10 combines a high-precision class 1 laser light source - whose focused light beam produces only a small light spot on an object - with a fast and precise receiver evaluation line. Thanks to this powerful technology, the photoelectric proximity sensor achieves very precise detection results with high repeat accuracy both in the short-range version with working distances between 25 mm and 400 mm and in the long-range version with ranges from 25 mm to 700 mm: this is ideal for the precise detection of objects and positions. In speed mode, the response time is 1.8 ms - reliable switching behavior is therefore guaranteed even at high machine speeds.

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