Overview Precise detection of small objects and object features. Reliable for use in harsh industrial environments: The W9 photoelectric sensor family offers a wider range of solutions than ever before. It is a complete product family, including photoelectric proximity sensors as well as photoelectric retro-reflective sensors and through-beam photoelectric sensors. All sensors are equipped with the latest laser and LED technology, protected by a rugged VISTAL® housing – for even stronger mechanical resistance. The W9 range works using SICK's SIRIC® technology optical and electromagnetic interference is effectively suppressed in any environment. With the addition of various connection, mounting and sensing options, the W9 sensor family is the ideal solution for a variety of application needs in the automation environment. At a glance Rugged VISTAL™ housing
Pinpoint LED or laser
Photoelectric proximity sensor with sensing range of up to 800 mm
Photoelectric retro-reflective sensors with auto collimation optics
Through-beam photoelectric sensors with sensing ranges of up to 60 m
SIRIC technology
Connections: M8 and M12 male connector, cable as well as cable with male connector
M3 and M4 hole pattern Your Benefit Precise detection of small objects and object features
Detection of objects even through small openings
Less machine downtime due to stable VISTAL™ housing as well as the suppression of optical interference
The longest detection and sensing ranges in its class
Best-in-class background suppression for photoelectric proximity sensors
No blind spots, detection of shiny or transparent objects using photoelectric retro-reflective sensors
A wide variety of connection and mounting options
Highly visible light spot simplifies alignment Applications Detection of the smallest work pieces or fine details on products
Detection through narrow openings
Checks for protrusions or misalignment
Detection of objects within a short distance from difficult backgrounds
Detection of transparent objects
Object detection in harsh industrial environments Note Product details cover the whole product family. For details on the specifications for this individual product, please refer to the datasheet.