SICK Background Suppression Photoelectric Sensor, Rectangular Sensor, 500 mm Detection Range

The W4 miniature photoelectric sensors and photoelectric proximity sensors are the ideal solution for the intelligent automation of industrial processes. The powerful sensors in the miniature housing reliably detect glossy, flat, uneven, perforated and transparent objects and detect a wide range of parameters such as remission and distance values.

Due to the selection of different designs, housing materials and light sources, the sensors are well-suited to countless applications and nearly any assembly situation. The profile is rounded out with an intuitive operating concept and intelligent diagnostic functions.

Intelligent sensor performance for nearly any application
Housing available in either a “slim” or “flat” design
Optionally with VISTAL or stainless-steel housing
Light source: Laser red light, infrared or PinPoint LED
Smart Sensors with innovative monitoring and diagnostic functions
Intuitive operating concept

Fault-free system operation thanks to rugged and reliable object detection
Space-saving assembly options and high flexibility in machine design thanks to different sizes
Wide range of application possibilities due to various housing materials
Solution for challenging detection tasks thanks to different light sources
Powerful process control and increased machine productivity
High user-friendliness thanks to quick and convenient commissioning and operation

Factory automation
Food and beverage: Detection of the product at the oven outfeed
Food and beverage: Feed monitoring of label films
Solar: Reliable detection of solar cells
Wood: Monitoring the material transportation
Print: Leading edge detection and pr

Food and beverage: Presence monitoring of products during transfer into packaging
Battery: Length monitoring of deflectors with Smart Sensors
Electronics: Positioning of trays on a loader/unloader
Health care manufacturing: Detection and identification of

Print: Presence check for paper
Textile: Reliable detection even of reflective safety vests
Food and beverage: Labelling of packages of different heights on conveyor belts
Print: Sheet presence and punch monitoring
Food and beverage: Mounting system for u