Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Pneumatic Valve | 60mm to 900mm Sensing Range | IP65 Rated | by SICK
The Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Pneumatic Valve is designed for industrial automation, featuring a sensing range from 60 mm to 900 mm and a high switching frequency of 250 Hz. Ideal for pneumatic valve control systems, this sensor ensures efficient operation with a fast 2 ms response time and IP65 rated enclosure, making it perfect for demanding environments.
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- Functional principle: Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Actuator: Pneumatic 3/2-way valve on board
- Max. number of sensors: Approx. 30 to 50 depending on configuration
- Logical principle: Single accumulation
- Type of release: Single release, block (slug) release
- Sensing range: 60 mm to 900 mm
- Focus angle: 7°
- Light source: Infrared LED
- Light spot size: Ø 20 mm at 500 mm
- Adjustment: Potentiometer, 9 turns
- Supply voltage: 19.2 V DC to 27.6 V DC
- Current consumption: 20 mA
- Switching output: PNP
- Output current max: ≤ 100 mA
- Response time: 2 ms
- Switching frequency: 250 Hz
- Connection type: Male M12, 4-pin connector
- Circuit protection: Types A, C, D
- Protection class: III
- Housing material: Plastic, ABS
- Enclosure rating: IP65
- Shock and vibration resistance: According to IEC 68
- Operating temperature: -10 °C to +55 °C
- Storage temperature: -40 °C to +75 °C
- Medium for valves: Compressed air or neutral gases filtered, non-lubricated or lubricated
- Coil ratings: 24 V DC, 1 W
- Air flow rate: Approx. 20 Nl/min
- Ventilation capacity: Approx. 130 Nl/min
- Operating pressure range: 2 bar to 8 bar
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 147mm x 49mm x 50mm
- Weight: 0.175 kg
- Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Integrated pneumatic 3/2-way valve with air to brake (NO) operation
- Sensing range from 60 mm to 900 mm with 7° focus angle
- Infrared LED light source with 20 mm light spot at 500 mm
- Potentiometer adjustment with 9 turns
- High switching frequency of 250 Hz and fast 2 ms response time
- IP65 rated enclosure with shock and vibration resistance
- Connection via male M12 4-pin connector and daisy chain cable option
- Operating temperature range from -10 °C to +55 °C
- Coil rating 24 V DC, 1 W for solenoid valve
- Operating pressure range 2 bar to 8 bar with approx. 20 Nl/min air flow
- Installation should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with electrical and pneumatic systems to ensure proper sensor and valve integration and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Pneumatic valve control systems
- ZoneControl applications requiring background suppression
- Compressed air or neutral gas valve actuation
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Efficient pneumatic valve control reduces compressed air consumption
- Durable ABS housing and long service life reduce waste and replacement frequency
- Low power consumption with 24 V DC coil rating
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK IRT-P212E41 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Pneumatic Valve is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and pneumatic control applications.
