Photoelectric Sensors with Clear Object Detection

Pepperl+Fuchs'GLV18 Series photoelectric sensors with Clear Object Detection are clearobject detection models and use reflectors to detecttransparent objects up to 2.5 m away, or opaque objects up to 5 m away. Thesesensors can detect transparent objects to a contrast as low as 18 percent,including objects as transparent as glass or a clear film. They carry the CEmark, and are UL/cUL Listed.

These sensors come in anindustry-standard M18 threaded cylindrical housing and Pepperl+Fuchssays that is up to 50 percent shorter and with up to 50 percent lower power consumptionthan many competitive models. As a result, they are more likely to fit intospace-critical equipment or installations and are less costly to operate - andas lower power consumption enables each power supply to power more sensors,fewer power supplies may be needed in a given application.

GLV18 series sensorsalso include a unique flush-mount bracket that allows for a simple, tool-less,unobtrusive means of mounting the sensor on a conveyor. Ball-and-swivel andhalf-clamp mounting brackets are also available.

Status LEDs are highlyvisible and placed in dual positions, 180 degrees apart on the housing, forincreased visibility. Additionally, status LED functionality is standardized,meaning that GLV18 sensors don't just indicate they are powered and see atarget, but also indicate if the sensor's signal strength is lower than itshould be so that corrective action can be taken.

GLVL18 series sensorsare useful in materialhandling applications, primarily for detecting clearshrink-wrap webs or semi-transparent trays or cartons, but are also well suitedfor use in packagingapplications including presence detection of clear clamshells, bottles or pouchwebstock. The sensor can be used in other markets such as mylar detection inprinting/paper applications and glass detection in automotiveapplications.

Photoelectric Sensors with Clear Object Detection