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Leuze PRK18B.XT3/P4-M12 | 50136159
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Product | PRK18B.XT3/P4-M12 |
Leuze 4 m operating range retro-reflective photoelectric sensors PRK18B.XT3/P4-M12 - 50136159 Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Design | Cubic |
| Operating principle | Reflection principle |
| Application | Detection of highly transparent bottles Detection of highly transparent films and glass panes |
| Special version | Autocollimation |
| Sensing Distance | 0 ... 4 m |
| Beam path | - |
| Light source | LED, Red |
| Wavelength | 620 nm |
| Type of light spot geometry | - |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 ... 30 V, DC |
| Switching Output 1 | Transistor, PNP |
| Switching principle | Dark switching |
| Switching Output 2 | Transistor, PNP |
| Switching principle | Light switching |
| Switching frequency | 1,500 Hz |
| Response time | 0.33 ms |
| Function | Signal OUT Voltage supply |
| Type of connection | Connector |
| Thread size | M12 |
| Type | Male |
| Material | Metal |
| No. of pins | 4 -pin |
| Encoding | A-coded |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 15 mm x 47 mm x 32.5 mm |
| Housing material | Metal |
| Metal housing | Diecast zinc |
| Lens cover material | Glass |
| Housing color | Silver |
| Type of display | LED |
| Operational controls | Teach button |
| Ambient temperature, operation | -40 ... 60 Β°C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | -40 ... 70 Β°C |
| Degree of protection | IP 67 / IP 69K |
The Leuze PRK18B.XT3/P4-M12 is a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor designed with a cubic housing and compact dimensions of 15 mm x 47 mm x 32.5 mm, making it ideal for space-constrained installations. With a sensing distance of 0 to 4 meters and an autocollimation design, it excels at detecting highly transparent materials like glass bottles and plastic films without false triggering. This model emits visible red LED light at a wavelength of 620 nm, offering consistent alignment and easy visual monitoring.
It operates on a wide supply voltage range of 10 to 30 V DC and features dual PNP transistor outputs for both dark and light switching. With a high switching frequency of 1,500 Hz and a rapid response time of 0.33 ms, this sensor supports fast-paced automation tasks. The rugged metal housing made from diecast zinc, coupled with a glass lens cover, ensures high durability even in harsh conditions. Additionally, its IP67/IP69K protection rating and wide operating temperature range from -40Β°C to +60Β°C provide excellent resistance against dust, water, and temperature variations. Trusted by automation professionals worldwide, the Leuze PRK18B.XT3/P4-M12 Photoelectric Sensor delivers dependable performance in critical sensing operations.
The Leuze PRK18B.XT3/P4-M12 is particularly well-suited for industries that deal with transparent object detectionβsuch as bottling plants, food packaging lines, and film processing systems. What makes it stand out is its autocollimation design, which means it can detect even the thinnest layers of plastic film or glass panes without misfiring. This makes it an essential sensor in high-speed bottle inspection or film packaging lines where traditional sensors often fail.
For Indian maintenance engineers and plant managers, it eliminates guesswork in transparent target sensing. Even in environments with extreme humidity, dust, or vibration, the PRK18B.XT3/P4-M12 maintains stable operation, reducing downtime and maintenance frequency. With a standard M12 connector and easy teach-in function via the built-in button, it simplifies installation and sensor calibration for junior technicians and engineering students alike.
Whether you're upgrading a packaging machine or troubleshooting a misaligned sensor, the Leuze PRK18B.XT3/P4-M12 Photoelectric Sensor offers reliability, simplicity, and world-class optical technology in one compact device. Itβs the trusted choice for professionals who demand accurate detection with minimal effort.
