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AUTONICS BW40-06 General Purpose Area Sensor

The AUTONICS BW40-06 is a high-performance through-beam type sensor designed to detect objects with precision across a wide sensing range. With a sensing distance of 0.1 to 7 meters, it utilizes an infrared LED light source (850nm modulated) for reliable object detection in various industrial applications.

Key Features:

• Sensing Type: Through-beam (direct beam)

• Sensing Distance: 0.1 to 7 meters

• Light Source: Infrared LED (850nm modulated)

• Optical Axis Pitch: 40mm with 6 optical axes for extensive coverage

• Operation Mode: Light ON (active when the light beam is blocked)

• Power Supply: 12-24VDC ±10% (ripple P-P: max. 10%)

• Control Output: NPN open collector

• Environmental Protection: IP65-rated, ensuring resistance to dust and water

• Response Time: Max. 10ms for quick detection

• Mounting Accessories: Includes Bracket A (4 pcs), Bracket B (4 pcs), and 8 fixing bolts

• Durability: Designed to operate in environments with temperatures ranging from -10°C to 55°C, with storage conditions from -20°C to 60°C.

Specifications:

• Ambient Illumination: Max. 10,000 lx (receiver illumination)

• Ambient Humidity: 35% to 85% RH, storage: 35% to 85% RH

• Min. Sensing Target: Opaque material of 50mm minimum

• Material:

  • Case: Aluminum

  • Front Cover & Sensing Part: Acrylic

• Cable Type: 5mm, 4-wire, 300mm length, with M12 connector

• Weight: Approx. 2.1kg (approx. 1.4kg for BW40-24 model)

The BW40-06 sensor is ideal for a variety of industrial automation tasks where object detection and proximity sensing are required. Its high reliability, wide range, and durable design make it a preferred choice in harsh environments.