Leuze IPRK 18/V L.03 | 50106974

The Leuze IPRK 18/V L.03 Photoelectric Sensor is a high-performance retro-reflective sensor designed to deliver accurate results in detecting transparent materials like bottles, films, and glass panes. Built in a durable cubic zinc housing with compact dimensions of 15 mm x 50 mm x 33 mm, it offers both robustness and space efficiency. With a sensing range of 0 to 1 meter and a red LED light source operating at 660 nm, this sensor provides high accuracy for short-distance detection tasks in automation. The sensor supports a supply voltage range of 10 to 30 V DC and comes equipped with a PNP transistor output for light switching, along with an additional warning output function to indicate potential alignment issues or object inconsistencies. Its switching frequency of 1,000 Hz and 0.5 ms response time allow it to operate effectively in fast-paced environments such as filling, capping, or packaging lines. Designed with autocollimation optics and a built-in teach input, the Leuze IPRK 18/V L.03 Photoelectric Sensor can be easily calibrated for specific detection targets, eliminating the need for manual fine-tuning. It features a 4-pin M12 male connector with A-coding and an IP67/IP69K protection rating, making it suitable for use in wet or dusty industrial conditions. It also operates across a temperature range of -25°C to +55°C, ensuring stability in a variety of real-world environments. These combined features make it a reliable choice for engineers looking to maintain high uptime and precision in transparent material sensing.

The Leuze IPRK 18/V L.03 Photoelectric Sensor is ideal for detecting highly transparent bottles, stretch-wrapped packages, and thin plastic films in automated processing environments. In industries like bottling, pharmaceuticals, and FMCG packaging, this sensor excels at reliably identifying clear or low-reflective materials that many traditional sensors struggle to detect. Its built-in teach input allows for fast calibration to the target, reducing setup time and making it highly adaptable to changing product batches or surface conditions. The integrated warning output helps maintenance teams proactively identify detection inconsistencies before they impact production. This means fewer unexpected stops, reduced manual intervention, and smoother operation of high-speed machines. For Indian automation engineers working on precision-sensitive lines, the combination of autocollimation, high switching speed, compact form factor, and rugged build quality makes the Leuze IPRK 18/V L.03 Photoelectric Sensor a smart and dependable sensor solution.