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 ...