Sick RAY26P-24162330A00 Photoelectric Sensor

The RAY26P-24162330A00 by Sick is a precision-engineered Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor featuring an advanced reflex array with autocollimation. Its detection capability ranges from 0 to 4.5 meters, with a configurable minimum object size of 3 mm, making it highly adaptable for detecting small or irregularly placed items on high-speed conveyor belts. The sensor uses a PinPoint LED light source emitting at 635 nm, producing a sharp 55 mm x 9 mm light spot at 1 meter for consistent alignment and detection. Engineered with industrial durability in mind, the sensor is housed in a VISTAL® plastic enclosure and sealed to an IP66/IP67 rating, allowing it to function in dusty, humid, or outdoor environments. The operating voltage range of 10–30 V DC and low power consumption (25–40 mA) ensures energy-efficient integration across both new and legacy automation systems. It supports Push-pull output (PNP/NPN) and IO-Link communication, enabling real-time parameter adjustments and diagnostics. With a rapid response time of ≤ 3 ms and a switching frequency of 170 Hz, it excels in time-critical applications like sorting, bottling, or high-speed scanning. What sets the RAY26P-24162330A00 apart is its intelligent configurability—via IO-Link or BluePilot Teach-in—for adjusting detection thresholds, switching logic, and conveyor belt suppression. This flexibility, combined with Sick's long-standing engineering credibility and German manufacturing standards, makes this model a reliable solution for demanding automation scenarios. Learn more on the official product page.

The Sick WL4S-3F2130 Photoelectric Sensor is widely used across assembly lines for tasks like detecting transparent bottles, counting items, and ensuring object presence at specific positions. It’s particularly effective where space is limited and precision is non-negotiable. For example, in a food packaging unit, it confirms every packet is sealed before passing to the labeling station. In electronics manufacturing, it detects the presence of small circuit boards before robotic placement. Junior maintenance engineers will appreciate how easy it is to install and calibrate the sensor with its BluePilot Teach-in function—no laptop or complex software required. Senior engineers rely on its autocollimation principle for stable detection even when environmental conditions change, such as dust or vibration. The sensor’s immunity to ambient interference reduces false triggers and minimizes downtime, keeping production targets on track. From factories and warehouses to OEM machinery, the WL4S-3F2130 and other Sick Photoelectric Sensors offer dependable performance, long service life, and seamless compatibility with modern PLCs and fieldbus systems. If you're planning to upgrade your detection system, Sick’s trusted German engineering and scalable technology make it a future-proof choice.