1006367

What does this contrast sensor do?

This sensor is designed to detect contrast differences between a target mark and its background. It is well suited to packaging and web-handling applications where consistent mark detection is important for positioning, registration, or process control.

What kinds of materials can it detect effectively?

It is intended for contrast-based detection on a wide range of packaging materials, including challenging combinations such as colored marks on light backgrounds. The design also includes automatic gloss adjustment, which helps it work more reliably on reflective or glossy surfaces.

What is the sensing distance?

The rated sensing distance is 9 mm, with a tolerance of plus or minus 2 mm. This makes it suitable for close-range installation where accurate contrast detection is needed near the product or web surface.

What light source does the sensor use?

This model uses red and green LEDs. The light spot size is listed as 1.5 mm x 4 mm for red and 1.5 mm x 5 mm for green, which helps with precise mark detection in compact sensing areas.

How is the sensor adjusted?

This version uses manual adjustment by potentiometer. That allows the user to fine-tune detection performance directly on the unit for the specific contrast conditions of the application.

What supply voltage is required?

The sensor operates on 10 to 30 V DC. Power consumption is specified as less than 80 mA without load, which makes it suitable for many standard industrial control setups.

What output and connection details should be considered?

The unit has a 4-pin M12 connector and a maximum output current of 200 mA. For users checking installation compatibility, the SICK 1006367 is configured for straightforward integration into common machine wiring arrangements.

Is this sensor suitable for high-speed applications?

Yes. It has a switching frequency of 10 kHz, which makes it a strong option for fast-moving applications such as packaging lines, label detection, or web tracking where quick signal changes are required.

What is the housing style and environmental protection rating?

The sensor has a tough die-cast zinc housing and an IP67 enclosure rating. This combination makes it a good fit for industrial environments where durability and resistance to dust and moisture are important.

What are the operating temperature limits?

The operating temperature range is 0 to 50 degrees C, and the storage temperature range is -25 to 75 degrees C. These ratings should be checked against the ambient conditions of the intended installation area.

What are the physical dimensions of the unit?

The overall dimensions are 64 mm x 80 mm x 30.4 mm. Its compact format can help when mounting space is limited on machinery or production equipment.

Can the sensor be integrated flexibly into different machine layouts?

Yes. The light emission is described as exchangeable from the long and short side of the housing, and the light spot direction is vertical. These features can help when adapting the sensor position to different machine designs or restricted mounting spaces.