Serie 20
Economically scaled, with maximized performance: Sensor technology that integrates seamlessly into your processes
Subminiature sensors in an extremely compact design
The Series 20 diffuse sensors and throughbeam photoelectric sensors have been specifically developed for applications where every millimeter counts. Thanks to their ultra-compact design, they can even be integrated into tight spaces, where other sensors reach their limits. Two housing variants offer maximum flexibility: depending on the requirements, either a front optical outlet (front sensing – FL) or side optical outlet (side sensing) is available. This enables the Series 20 to be well integrated into a wide variety of machine applications, with precision and without compromise.
Even when faced with high demands in terms of velocity and precision, the Series 20 delivers a reliable performance. A response time of just 0.5 ms enables even the fastest movements to be precisely detected without delay. The sensors reliably detect tiny objects too: diffuse sensors with background suppression detect components measuring as small as 0.2 mm, while throughbeam photoelectric sensors detect them starting at 1 mm. With an operating range of up to 1 m, the throughbeam photoelectric sensors also offer high detection capabilities while taking up minimal space. When it comes to diffuse sensors, reliable background suppression and a low black/white error ensure object detection that’s consistently precise.
The Series 20 ensures efficient processes the entire time the system is operated, right from commissioning. Intuitive alignment via the PinPoint LED and fixed focusing simplify installation and reduce the time required for commissioning. The status LEDs are easy to see, enabling quick status checks despite the small size and helping diagnostics to be efficient directly on the machine. The robust version in the IP67 protection class also ensures reliable operation even in demanding environmental conditions.
The result? Miniature sensors that are high-performing, easy to integrate and reliable to operate — for maximum system availability and processes you can rely on at all times.
Highlights
The Series 20 is ideal for integrating into applications with limited installation space. In addition to their ultra-compact design, the two housing variants — flat and lateral — offer maximum flexibility in terms of integration and design. This enables slimmer, more efficient machine designs to be created and allows for optimal use of the installation space available. Whether retrofitting existing systems or developing new machines, the Series 20 adapts to the requirements of your application, not the other way around.
Typical areas of application include electronics manufacturing for the precise detection of the smallest components in the tightest of spaces, robotic grippers in assembly and handling technology, and compact shuttle systems in intralogistics. Wherever space is limited and there are high demands in terms of precision and reliability, the Series 20 is a cost-effective, high-performance sensor solution.
Maximum flexibility when it comes to integration and mounting: two housing designs — front-sensing (flat) and side-sensing (lateral) — enable precise integration into a wide variety of applications. The designs are available with either throughbeam photoelectric or diffuse sensors.
Application
Robotics/assembly and handling technology: Positioning and presence detection on robot grippers
Requirement:
Components must get reliably recognized and their presence properly detected at a robot’s grippers. In addition, the gripper must be precisely positioned in the respective target position.
Solution:
The exceptionally compact and easy-to-integrate diffuse sensors with background suppression enable reliable detection of even the smallest components. The precise PinPoint light spot and the fixed focus variants available ensure exact detection that’s reproducible, for reliable component recognition and precise positioning on the robot.
Handling technology: Reliable detection of the smallest components — especially in electronics
Requirement:
In the electronics industry, very small or thin parts and components often need to be reliably detected. This requires the highest precision and reliability, even for objects of minimal size.
Solution:
The Series 20 diffuse sensors with background suppression enable reliable detection of tiny objects, starting at a size of just 0.2 mm. The throughbeam photoelectric sensors also reliably detect objects measuring as small as 1 mm. This makes the Series 20 ideal for precise detection tasks in electronics manufacturing and other applications in handling and automation technology.
Distribution logistics: Detection in shuttle applications
Requirement:
Before the shuttle begins moving, it must be reliably verified that the load has been fully loaded or unloaded and that nothing is overhanging. Reliable detection is crucial for trouble-free, reliable material transport.
Solution:
The Series 20 optical sensors are ideal for high-performance yet cost-effective standard detection tasks in compact shuttle systems. Thanks to their ultra-compact design, they can be easily integrated even in tight installation spaces. The two housing variants — front sensing (flat) and side sensing (lateral/slim) — offer maximum flexibility when it comes to installation and enable precise integration into a wide variety of shuttle concepts.
Laboratory automation: Height verification for reagents
Requirement:
To ensure proper operation with the pipettor, the height of the reagents must be detected to prevent collisions.
Solution:
With their flat design, the Series 20 optical sensors can be easily integrated even in the confined spaces of laboratory automation systems and provide clearly visible switching state indications.