Leuze 46C-VarOS photoelectric sensor

The 46C-VarOS object sensor is a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor that, unlike normal sensors that detect selectively, detects objects over a 50 mm band area. In packaging systems and intralogistics, the object sensor detects objects in the light-band with various sizes and shapes as well as surfaces with openings.

In the past, multiple sensors and considerable work was necessary for this purpose. Adjustable sensitivity levels and automatic sensitivity readjustment (ALC) make these sensors suitable for harsh environmental conditions — even stretch-wrapped or shrink-wrapped objects are reliably detected. The special lens design claims to enable reliable detection over the entire 50 mm light-band width in two adjustable sensitivity levels (8 and 12 mm).

The housing has a robust construction with an IP67 protection rating. The sensor housing provides multiple mounting options for easy installation.