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Autonics BW40-10 Area Sensor
The Autonics BW40-10 Area Sensor offers Through-beam type(direct beam) sensing, 0.1 to 7m sensing distance, Infrared LED(850nm modulated) light source, 12-24VDC power supply , NPN open collector output. Manufactured by Autonics under the Autonics Area Sensor category, this model belongs to the Autonics BW Series.
| Brand | Autonics |
| Product Type | Area Sensor |
| Model Number | BW40-10 |
Autonics BW40-10 Area Sensor โ Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensing type | Through-beam type(direct beam) |
| Sensing distance | 0.1 to 7m |
| Light source | Infrared LED(850nm modulated) |
| Optical axis pitch | 40mm |
| Number of optical axes | 10 |
| Power supply | 12-24VDC |
| Control output | NPN open collector |
| Operation mode | Light ON |
| Environment_Ambient illumination | Ambient light: Max. 10,000lx(receiver illumination) |
| Environment_Ambient temperature | -10 to 55โ, storage: -20 to 60โ |
| Connection type | Cable connector type(ร5, 300mm, M12) |
| Protection structure | IP65 |
| Environment_Ambient humidity | 35 to 85% RH, storage: 35 to 85% RH |
| Min. sensing target | Opaque material of min. ร50mm |
| Response time | Max. 10ms |
| Material | โข Case: Aluminum, โข Front cover, sensing part: Acrylic |
| Cable specification | ร5mm, 4-wire, 300mm, M12 connector |
| Sensing height/Total length | 360/400mm |
| Accessories | Bracket A: 4, Bracket B: 4, Fixing bolt: 8 |
| Weight | BW40-24: Approx. 2.1kg(approx. 1.4kg) |
Autonics BW40-10 General Purpose Area Sensors deliver precise detection using a through-beam system with 10 optical axes, 0.1โ7 m sensing distance, and an Infrared LED 850 nm light source. Built with a rugged aluminum housing and sealed to IP65, this model ensures durability in dusty and wet environments. It operates on 12โ24 VDC with fast 10 ms response time, maintaining stable performance under 10,000 lx ambient light. A compact M12 connector with 4-wire ร5 mm cable simplifies integration, while its 360 mm sensing height supports reliable detection of opaque targets in automated lines.
In application, maintenance teams deploy the BW40-10 on automated sorting, packaging lines, pallet entry points, and light-duty machine guarding where mid-zone detection is required. The compact form factor eases retrofit on conveyors, while quick alignment and the M12 connection reduce downtime during shifts. These Area Sensors are favored for clean signal stability, straightforward commissioning, and predictable service intervalsโpractical advantages that help keep takt time on target across FMCG and discrete assembly cells within the BW series.
Searching and sourcing are simple: buyers often shortlist BW40-10 against other General Purpose Area Sensors in the BW range, then procure through wholesalers, dealers, and distributors to match lead time and budget. Whether you refer to it as BW40, Autonics BW40-10, BW series, or BW40 Autonics in documentation, the goal is the sameโconsistent, safe detection from trusted Autonics Area Sensors.
