Exceptional Detection Range and Precision
The LEUZE RK18/4GL.4 is a top - notch retro - reflective photoelectric sensor. It offers an operating range of 0 to 3 meters, making it suitable for a wide variety of industrial applications. With its red LED light source, it can accurately detect objects within its range. The sensor's design allows for high - precision detection, which is crucial in industrial settings where even the slightest error can lead to production issues. It features a 6 - pin M12 connector for easy and secure connection to other components in an automation system. This ensures stable data transmission and power supply, contributing to its reliable performance.
Robust and Durable Build
Constructed with a stainless - steel and metal housing, the RK18/4GL.4 is extremely rugged. Its glass lens cover not only protects the internal components but also ensures clear light transmission for accurate sensing. With an IP67 and IP69K protection rating, it can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including dust, water, and high - pressure washdowns. This makes it ideal for use in industries such as food and beverage, where equipment must be regularly cleaned. The sensor can operate within a wide ambient temperature range of - 20°C to 60°C, further demonstrating its durability and adaptability to different working environments.
Versatile Applications in Industrial Automation
This sensor has versatile applications in industrial automation. It can be used to detect transparent materials like PET, films, and glass, which is especially useful in the packaging and bottling industries. In conveyor belt systems, it can precisely identify the presence or absence of objects, ensuring smooth production flow. Thanks to its light/dark switching capability with a PNP transistor output, it can be easily integrated into different control systems. Whether it's for counting products, detecting part positions, or monitoring production lines, the LEUZE RK18/4GL.4 provides a reliable and efficient solution for enhancing industrial automation processes.
Attribute |
Details |
Product Type |
Retro - Reflective Photoelectric Sensor |
Model |
RK18/4GL.4 |
Operating Principle |
Retro - reflective sensing, uses a red LED light source to emit light which is reflected back by a reflector to the sensor |
Operating Range |
0 - 3 m |
Light Source |
Red LED |
Supply Voltage |
10 - 30 V DC |
Output Type |
PNP transistor output, light/dark switchable |
Switching Frequency |
1000 Hz |
Response Time |
0.5 ms |
Connection |
6 - pin M12 connector |
Housing Material |
Stainless - steel and metal |
Lens Cover Material |
Glass |
Dimensions |
N/A (not specified in common datasheets, but typically compact for easy installation) |
Weight |
N/A (not specified in common datasheets) |
Ambient Temperature (Operation) |
- 20 °C to 60 °C |
Degree of Protection |
IP67 and IP69K |
Protection Class |
I |
Standards Applied |
IEC 60947 - 5 - 2 |
Applications |
Suitable for detecting transparent materials (PET, films, glass), conveyor belt object detection, product counting, part position detection in industrial automation |
Accessories |
May require compatible reflectors for proper operation |