Distance Sensors – SICK
Description:
SICK Distance Sensors are precision devices for non-contact distance measurement in industrial applications. They provide accurate, reliable measurements across a wide range of materials, surfaces, and environmental conditions. With versatile technologies, they are suitable for level monitoring, positioning, object detection, and process control.
Key Features / Specifications
- Sensing Principle: Laser, ultrasonic, or time-of-flight (depending on model)
- Measurement Range:Millimeters to several meters (model dependent)
- Accuracy / Resolution: ±0.1 mm to ±1 mm (depending on model)
- Output Type: Analog (4–20 mA, 0–10 V), Digital (PNP/NPN, RS485, IO-Link)
- Response Time: High-speed detection for fast-moving objects
- Target Surface: Metals, plastics, liquids, or other industrial materials
- Power Supply: 10–30 V DC / 24 V DC
- Housing Material: Plastic / Aluminum / Stainless Steel
- Protection Class: IP65 / IP67 / IP68
- Operating Temperature: –25 °C to +70 °C (typical)
- Mounting: Flexible; through-hole, bracket, or flange mounting
Applications
- Distance measurement in automated production lines
- Positioning of objects on conveyors or robotic arms
- Level monitoring in tanks or silos
- Process control and quality inspection
- Packaging, material handling, and logistics




