SICK Retroreflective Photoelectric Sensor, Cylindrical Sensor, 3.7 m Detection Range

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RS Stock No.:
285-2325
Mfr. Part No.:
VL18-4N3640
Brand:
SICK
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Brand

SICK

Sensor Style

Cylindrical

Detection Type

Retroreflective

Detection Range

3.7 m

Output Type

NPN

Switching Mode

Light / Dark switching

Electrical Connection

4-pin, Male Connector M12

Maximum DC Voltage

30V

Terminal Type

4-pin, Male Connector M12

Light Source

Visible Red

IP Rating

IP67

Maximum Current

100 mA

Response Time

2 ms

Minimum Operating Temperature

-25°C

Series

VL18

Maximum Operating Temperature

+70°C

Housing Material

Plastic

Mounting Type

Threaded

Thread Size

M18

Standards Met

CE, cURus

COO (Country of Origin):
IT

Overview


The Photoelectric Sensors from V18 family has the widest portfolio of M18 sensors on the market. Users can choose from a variety of options, including sensors with or without sensitivity control, metal or plastic housings and straight or right-angle housing designs. Due to the wide variety of options.

The V18 is an ideal solution for countless applications. Some of these applications include detection of clear bottles on packaging machines, parts detection on metal forming presses and product detection on conveyors.

At a glance


Photoelectric sensor family in a cylindrical M18 housing
Widest portfolio of M18 photoelectric sensors
Available with or without sensitivity control, with a metal or a plastic housing, straight or right-angle design, and 3 or 4-wire, AC and DC options

Your Benefit


Simple, standardized design ensures easy mounting, alignment and replacement
Low-cost solution for standard applications in material handling and packaging industries
Variety of sensor models gives users the flexibility to choose the right solution based on their application requirements

Applications


Factory automation applications
Machine tools: Detection of end of material

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