High-Speed 3D Camera also measures color.

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May 28, 2010 Designed for various inspection tasks, ColorRanger E measures shape, contrast, and surface defects to ensure product quality. Camera expands inspection possibilities further by also providing high-resolution RGB color at up to 3,072 pixels per channel. With simultaneous 3D and color information at more than 11 kHz, multiple inspections can be performed in parallel at full production speed, maximizing uptime in packaging, automotive, and electronics applications.

Cylindrical Photoelectric Sensor features 0.5 ms response time.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
May 17, 2010 Suitable for product detection and machine positioning in packaging, Model V180-2 offers complementary light and dark operate outputs. Proximity version provides sensing ranges of 100, 400, or 800 mm, while through-beam version has range of 20 m, and reflex version has polarization filter, offering 4 m range in IP67 environmental conditions. Installed using bright red sender LED, sensor includes indication LEDs and translucent housing that allows 360° visibility.

Distance Measuring Position Sensor is used with overhead vehicles.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
Feb 26, 2010 Using linear bar code tape, OLM Distance Measurement Positioning Sensor enables fine positioning of overhead cranes, rail and transfer cars, monorails, shuttles, elevators, and other vehicles, even around curves and inclines where traditional laser measurement systems cannot be used. Vehicles can be positioned with 0.1 mm resolution at distance up to 10 km. Long range, non-contact solution employs 4 LEDs and CMOS camera for operational longevity.

Light Grids have compact, out-of-the-way design.

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Feb 25, 2010 With 8 mm of space for optics, SLG series can be hidden inside machines, frames, doors, and other places where space and aesthetics are desired when detecting objects as they move through specific area. Non-safety, through-beam light grids are available in SGS, SAS, and SPL versions respectively suited for large area, smaller area, and pick-to-light applications. Sensor can be configured and adjusted without PC, and cross beam function enables increased resolution to 25 mm.

Wire Draw Encoders suit distance measurement applications.

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Feb 10, 2010 Enclosed in thin, compact housing, BCG EcoLine Wire Draw Encoders provide scalable analog output from 4-20 mA, for interfacing with control systems. Pushbutton teach feature allows users to configure unit for different lengths. Offered in 2 versions of standalone MRA-F wire draw mechanisms, BCG units are suited for variety of markets, including mobile vehicle, automotive, medical, ASRS, and general manufacturing.

Bar Code Reader suits long-range applications.

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Feb 03, 2010 Offering different C-mount lens options for reading bar codes positioned 12 in. to 2 m away, ICR845-2L FlexLens vision-based, omni-directional image code reader can be used in logistics, courier/express, postal, and automotive industries. Product features live image capture and analysis capabilities via on-board Ethernet.

Vision Sensor provides Ethernet IP connectivity.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
Dec 28, 2009 Enabling track and trace vision inspections, high speed I40 FLEX Vision sensor can be used to verify completeness and quality of product on any high-throughput production line, irrespective of product's angle or orientation. It offers resolution of 640 x 480 and has storage capabilities that allow users to save unlimited number of images to server or offline system.

Photoelectric Sensor is sealed to IP69K.

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Dec 22, 2009 Suited for harsh washdown applications in food and beverage, pharmaceutical, solar, and semiconductor industries, W4S-3 INOX sensor features smooth, IP69K stainless steel housing and utilizes OES3 technology to provide background and foreground suppression. Sensors detect multi-colored or shiny objects and provide immunity to ambient light. Stainless steel housing reduces bacteria growth that can result when food particles become lodged in housings' small grooves or crevices.

Miniature Photoelectric Sensor has 3 installation options.

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Dec 11, 2009 Supplied in IP67 enclosure, W15 series offers complementary and bipolar output configurations. Rated range for WSE15 through-beam photoelectric sensor and WL15 photoelectric reflex sensor is up to 5 m, and both have 350 mm scanning distance. Also, WTB15 BGS photoelectric proximity sensor combines PinPoint technology with additional chip technology that involves 12+ receiving elements. This lends to background and light suppression as well as drift-free scanning range adjustment.

Photoelectric Switches come in cylindrical M18 housing

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Dec 11, 2009 Available with 3 scanner versions featuring 100, 400, or 800 mm range, V180-2 series includes photoelectric reflex switch variant with polarization filter and 4 m range as well as through-beam photoelectric switch with 20 m range. Red transmission LED facilitates alignment, while 2 LEDs and 360° display optimize visualization of operating states. Used for object detection, series is suited for use in handling and warehousing systems or packaging machines.

Optical Position Sensor measures on straights and in corners.

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Dec 07, 2009 With resolution up to 0.1 mm, Model OLM100 optical linear measurement sensor determines position by scanning barcodes printed on barcode tape at 3 cm intervals. Sensor orients itself using barcode tape installed along travel section measuring up to 10 km. Featuring rugged metal housing, LED-based sensor uses light beam and is specified for measuring distance from tape of 100 ±20 mm. It adjusts to temperature fluctuations between -30 and +60°C.

Pressure Switch features IO Link.

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Dec 07, 2009 Offering measurement range up to 600 bar, PBS electronic pressure switch integrates IO Link which permits automatic sensor parameterization and measurement data collection. When exchanging devices, any necessary parameter changes can be carried out automatically within msec without erroneous manual adjustments. Pressure measurement can also be conducted directly on pressurized container. Compact switch combines electronic switching outputs, analog output, and display in rotating housing.

Machine Safety Sensor monitors areas up to 2.25 m².

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Dec 07, 2009 Model V300 WS Extended meets IEC 61508 SIL2 and EN ISO 13849 Performance Level d standards. Transmitter and receiver are integrated in single housing that allows horizontal or vertical installation. Suitable for machine openings and monitored areas up to 1.5 m x 1.5 mm, it generates field that reaches to reflector strip mounted opposite device and montiors length and breadth of strip with selectable resolutions of 20, 24, or 30 mm. Movement of machine is stopped within 20 msec.

Inductive Sensors feature extended switching frequency.

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Nov 19, 2009 Suited for non-contact detection of metal targets in industrial environments, IME Inductive Sensors feature ASIC programming chip that enables it to provide accurate and repeatable measurements. Hot Melt filling materials allow sensors to withstand humid areas and resist shock and vibration. Featuring immunity to RFI signals, voltage and current spikes, and electrostatic discharge, sensors are suited for applications in packaging, assembly, metal forming, and automotive industries.

1D Bar Code Scanners suit material handling and logistics.

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Nov 02, 2009 Model CLV650 and CLV640 use SMART (SICK's Modular Advanced Recognition Technology) code reconstruction algorithms and high-performance microprocessors to read damaged and dirty bar codes. Data handling capabilities help in executing variety of user-configurable logic, output data filtering, and sorting functions. SOPAS software reduces programming and processing requirements of host system. CLV650 bar code scanners have autofocus technology, while CLV640 comes with dynamic focus.

Luminescence Sensors feature adjustable wavelengths.

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Oct 23, 2009 LUT8 and LUT9 offer wavelength adjustments to easily identify difficult-to-detect luminescence characteristics, particularly luminescent marks in recycled materials. Different light spot patterns and high visibility bar graph display, which illuminates when higher luminescent intensity is detected, provide installation flexibility. LUT9 offers selectable dual light ports, IO-Link for remote monitoring, and 2-point teach-in.

Absolute Encoders accommodate 1-262,144 counts/revolution.

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Sep 28, 2009 Offering 18 and 30 bit resolutions, respectively, AFS60 Singleturn and AFM60 Multiturn Absolute Encoders with SSI (Synchronous Serial Interface) output feature bearing design and metal code disc that extend encoder lifetime. Compact encoders are suited for applications that require precise position accuracy in robotic, mobile vehicle, packaging, and general manufacturing environments.

Photoelectric Sensor withstands wash down environments.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
Sep 10, 2009 Utilizing OES3 chip, W12-3 can ignore stray background reflections, detect multi-colored/shiny objects, and provide immunity to ambient light. Both non-programmable and potentiometer versions feature IP 69K-rated metal housing and can withstand harsh cleaning agents in food and beverage, packaging, and pharmaceutical environments. With 270° rotatable connection, sensor offers multiple mounting options (dovetail base and back mount, flanged-base through hole, diagonal through holes).

Camera System reads 1D/2D bar codes in sortation systems.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
Jul 31, 2009 Featuring fully integrated, modular design, CCD-based Model ICR890-2000 is suited for applications ranging from single-sided reading stations to high-speed multiple sided scanning arrays over belt conveyors and tilt-tray sorting systems. Illumination is fully integrated and output is self-monitored to provide even lighting over range of reading situations without adjustment. System also includes real-time JPEG encoder, multiple image output paths, and remote diagnostics.

Safety Camera System is built for flexible integration.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
Jun 30, 2009 Suited for point-of-operation safeguarding applications, V200/V300 WS Safety Camera Systems are single-unit devices that require no alignment or software configuration. They can be mounted in corner of rectangular frame opening to safeguard areas where operators must reach into machine and use invisible LED light beam to illuminate reflective strips that define protective coverage area. Any interruption to that area is detected by camera, and dangerous movement is stopped.