Wenglor wintec long-range laser distance sensors

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Wenglor has released its latest generation of wintec long-range laser distance sensors. The transit time sensors, available in plastic or stainless steel 316L housings, have been given an increase in performance through integrated Dynamic Sensitivity (DS) technology.

The sensors offer a working range up to 10 m, maximum reproducibility of 3 mm and insensitivity to ambient light up to 100,000 lux. Supporting the IO-Link 1.1 standard with COM3, process data can be written, numerous status messages such as temperature or ambient light warnings can be called up, and impact and shock loads can be recorded.

The sensor emits very short light pulses in the nanosecond range, with signals that are statistically evaluated and thus produce the distance to the object. Even with very weak signals, the sensor is said to generate precise measurements.

Long-range laser distance sensors with wintec (Wenglor interference-free technology) detect objects based on the principle of transit time measurement, regardless of their colour, gloss, surface structure and inclination angle. The sensors can be installed next to each other or even opposite each other without influencing each other.

The sensors work from temperatures of -40°C, have a short warm-up time and have LEDs on the front for simple installation. Simple operation and low power consumption should enable time and cost savings for users.

The version in corrosion-resistant stainless steel 316L housing (1.4404) is suitable for use in the food industry, with resistance to high-pressure cleaning up to 100 bar and water temperatures up to 80°C.