SICK Sensor Detection Products

SICK Detection Products

Products for your every detection need.

View our wide range of reliable, accurate detecting sensors.

TRANSPARENT OBJECTS

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Detection of metallic and non-metallic objects.
Sometimes you need to know what is hidden behind a surface such as a wall or cover, or what is inside in a storage or shipping container. Capacitive proximity sensors are ideal for level and feed monitoring. From solid material, such as paper or wood, to granules or liquids, they reliably detect the status of the product during the production process and final inspection.

Simplicity, flexibility, and precision – combined in a single fork sensor.
SICK fork sensors combine senders and receivers in a single housing, meaning that they can be adjusted quickly. Thanks to the precise, focused light beam and the high detection accuracy, the sensors also detect very minor light attenuation difference.

Array sensors for edge and diameter detection solutions.
Array sensors use closely spaced beams of light to detect even the slightest differences in grey scale between the target and the background within their field-of-view. They are ideal for edge and diameter detection as well as detecting widths and gaps.

Ideal for complex applications.
Measuring automation light grids come in several different beam separation options, a range of detection heights and output configurations. These light grids can be used for material handling on conveyors, automated storage and retrieval system applications, order fulfilment and more.

Versatile, precise measuring with SICK ultrasonic sensors.
SICK ultrasonic sensors utilise the properties of sound. Objects and distances are determined precisely and with excellent background suppression and immunity to many types of foreign objects in the environment. The output used – switching, analogue, or both – is determined on the basis of your application requirements.

Fits flexibly into the narrowest corners.
When installation space is extremely limited or the objects to be detected are tiny, fibre-optic sensors are the ideal solution. If it is necessary for even higher requirements to be fulfilled, such as sensing range, temperature resistance, material durability or a flexible mounting process, the intelligent combination of sensors and fibre-optic cables can provide the perfect solution. A wide range of fiber-optic cables with application-specific optical heads ensure that every need is met.

Make the world of transparent materials visible.
With the ClearSens product portfolio, you will be able to detect transparent objects, no if’s, and’s, or but’s.

Laser sensors which measure precisely, with a measuring range of up to 1,000mm.
Due to their measurement accuracy, displacement measurement sensors are particularly suitable for use in controlling, sorting, and inspection tasks in quality control workflows and processes that have an impact on costs. Commonly measured characteristics include dimension, position, and shape. Using SICK displacement measurement sensors can improve the quality of your end product through 100% quality inspection, while at the same time reducing material and downtime costs.

PERFORATED OBJECTS

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Reliable measurement data, irrespective of the mounting position.
2D LiDAR sensors (2D laser scanners) are suitable for performing detection and ranging tasks on surfaces. Regardless of the angle of installation, SICK 2D LiDAR sensors operate with consistent reliability and accuracy, and can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Equipped with various technologies, switching light grids from SICK can be used in a variety of applications.
Switching light grids can be used in the detection and counting of irregular objects, presence and protrusion monitoring, and all this in very different installation situations or environmental conditions. Whether the application requires small beam separations, high ambient light immunity, large ranges, varying monitoring heights or very thin housing dimensions, the switching light grids will meet your requirements.

Precise optics and advanced technology, creating market-leading solutions with sensor intelligence.
By using the latest SIRIC® and LED technologies, these sensors offer the highest level of operational reliability regardless of any interference factors. Additional sensor information can be used to simplify modern production processes. This extensive range of photoelectric sensors is used in many automation applications around the world.

OBJECT PROPERTIES

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Easily detect the colour of a surface.
Colour sensors detect the colour of a surface. The sensors cast light (red, green, and blue LEDs) on the objects to be tested, calculate the chromaticity coordinates from the reflected radiation and compare them with previously stored reference colours. If the colour values are within the set tolerance range, a switching output is activated.

    

Detect visible and non-visible marks that illuminate when using UV light.
Fluorescent material and marks are reliably detected independently of their pattern, colors or surface conditions on any material. Luminescence sensors emit UV light with a wave length of approximately 375 nm. Fluorescent substances convert the UV light into long-wave visible light, which is then received and evaluated by the luminescence sensor.

Detect even the smallest contrasts at the highest speeds, such as print marks on foils or packaging.
Contrast sensors are primarily used in packaging/printing machines for the detection of printed or control marks. They detect minute grayscale variations between the mark and the background on matte, shiny or transparent surfaces. A variety of device types with different contrast resolution methods and teach-in versions are available to meet wide-ranging requirements.

Save on costs and enjoy maximum reliability.
The Glare sensor detects and distinguishes glare on even surfaces. Previously, gloss on object surfaces was a disruptive factor that regularly had engineers breaking into a sweat. Now, gloss properties are a distinguishing criterion for process control – regardless of colour, transparency or pattern. Equipped with intelligent Delta-S-Technology, Glare is a further milestone in customer-oriented sensor development. Once again, SICK is confirming its leading position in opto-electronic sensors for the detection of a range of objects.

A flexible optical design fulfils the needs of almost all applications.
SICK offers a powerful vision sensor portfolio designed to manage challenges in all industries where a standard sensor would not work. These vision sensors provide a full toolset for positioning, inspection, measurement and reading, depending on the variant. Simplicity is ensured by automatic setup, intelligent algorithms and a common, intuitive user interface.

DIMENSIONS AND PROFILES

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

3D LiDAR sensors detect their environment nearly gap-free, regardless of whether objects move or not.
That is why 3D LiDAR sensors are ideally suited for tasks such as collision protection on automated vehicles or the scanning of objects.

Combine highly precise measurement results with great reliability and a wide measuring range.
Long range distance sensors use time-of-flight measurement technology for linear positioning and can be used to measure a distance or to indicate a switching threshhold. Due to their large measuring range, the sensors are suitable for a variety of industries.

 

Highly reliable measurement solutions.
SICK’s mid range distance sensors provide sensing ranges from 50 mm up to 50,000 mm, enabling them to be used in a wide range of applications. Due to their highly reliable measurements on objects of different colors and textures, process reliability can be improved. Plus, all sensors have easy-to-understand setup and programming, ensuring they can be commissioned quickly. The perfect combination of range, reliability, precision and price.

Laser sensors which measure precisely, with a measuring range of up to 1,000mm.
Due to their measurement accuracy, displacement measurement sensors are particularly suitable for use in controlling, sorting, and inspection tasks in quality control workflows and processes that have an impact on costs. Commonly measured characteristics include dimension, position, and shape. Using SICK displacement measurement sensors can improve the quality of your end product through 100% quality inspection, while at the same time reducing material and downtime costs.

Ideal for complex applications.
Measuring automation light grids come in several different beam separation options, a range of detection heights and output configurations. These light grids can be used for material handling on conveyors, automated storage and retrieval system applications, order fulfilment and more.

METAL AT A SHORT DISTANCE

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

The intelligent, reliable route to implementing industry-specific and customised solutions to any task involving automation.
Millions of inductive proximity sensors are currently in use in virtually all industries. They detect metal objects without contact, and are characterized by a long service life and extreme ruggedness. With the latest ASIC technology, SICK’s sensors offer the ultimate in precision and reliability. SICK can provide the right solution to meet your requirements every time – from cylindrical or rectangular standard sensors with single, double or triple operating distance, to special sensors for explosive zones and harsh environments.

MAGNETS

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

An extensive portfolio of magnetic proximity sensors in metric (MM) and rectangular (MQ) configurations.
Magnetic proximity sensors provide long sensing ranges that can reliably detect magnetic objects, with entirely new application options opened up due to the smaller magnets. MM sensors in NAMUR design for the use in explosion-hazardous areas complete this comprehensive product family. MQ sensors offer all the advantages of a magnetic proximity sensor in a compact plastic housing. Magnetic proximity sensors are designed specifically for use in harsh environments and are unaffected by dust, heat, or vibrations. Typical fields of application are also those where other sensors reach the limits of their technology.

ZERO PRESSURE ACCUMULATION

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Precise optics and advanced technology, creating market-leading solutions with sensor intelligence.
By using the latest SIRIC® and LED technologies, these sensors offer the highest level of operational reliability regardless of any interference factors. Additional sensor information can be used to simplify modern production processes. This extensive range of photoelectric sensors is used in many automation applications around the world.

Highly reliable measurement solutions.
SICK’s mid range distance sensors provide sensing ranges from 50 mm up to 50,000 mm, enabling them to be used in a wide range of applications. Due to their highly reliable measurements on objects of different colors and textures, process reliability can be improved. Plus, all sensors have easy-to-understand setup and programming, ensuring they can be commissioned quickly. The perfect combination of range, reliability, precision and price.

DOUBLE LAYER DETECTION

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Simplicity, flexibility, and precision – combined in a single fork sensor.
SICK fork sensors combine senders and receivers in a single housing, meaning that they can be adjusted quickly. Thanks to the precise, focused light beam and the high detection accuracy, the sensors also detect very minor light attenuation difference.

Versatile, precise measuring with SICK ultrasonic sensors.
SICK ultrasonic sensors utilise the properties of sound. Objects and distances are determined precisely and with excellent background suppression and immunity to many types of foreign objects in the environment. The output used – switching, analogue, or both – is determined on the basis of your application requirements.

LEADING EDGE DETECTION

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Whatever the weather, radar sensors provide reliable detection of any object which falls within their detection cones.
This makes them ideal for collision avoidance and driver assistance.

3D LiDAR sensors detect their environment nearly gap-free, regardless of whether objects move or not.
That is why 3D LiDAR sensors are ideally suited for tasks such as collision protection on automated vehicles or the scanning of objects.

FILL LEVEL AND EMPTY TOTES

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Versatile, precise measuring with SICK ultrasonic sensors.
SICK ultrasonic sensors utilise the properties of sound. Objects and distances are determined precisely and with excellent background suppression and immunity to many types of foreign objects in the environment. The output used – switching, analogue, or both – is determined on the basis of your application requirements.

Reliable measurement data, irrespective of the mounting position.
2D LiDAR sensors (2D laser scanners) are suitable for performing detection and ranging tasks on surfaces. Regardless of the angle of installation, SICK 2D LiDAR sensors operate with consistent reliability and accuracy, and can be used both indoors and outdoors.

 

PRINT MARK AND LABELS

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Easily detect the colour of a surface.
Colour sensors detect the colour of a surface. The sensors cast light (red, green, and blue LEDs) on the objects to be tested, calculate the chromaticity coordinates from the reflected radiation and compare them with previously stored reference colours. If the colour values are within the set tolerance range, a switching output is activated.

Simplicity, flexibility, and precision – combined in a single fork sensor.
SICK fork sensors combine senders and receivers in a single housing, meaning that they can be adjusted quickly. Thanks to the precise, focused light beam and the high detection accuracy, the sensors also detect very minor light attenuation difference.

Detect even the smallest contrasts at the highest speeds, such as print marks on foils or packaging.
Contrast sensors are primarily used in packaging/printing machines for the detection of printed or control marks. They detect minute grayscale variations between the mark and the background on matte, shiny or transparent surfaces. A variety of device types with different contrast resolution methods and teach-in versions are available to meet wide-ranging requirements.

The SICK register sensor line complements our wide range of contrast sensors.
As specialists in the register control of printing presses, they offer an optimal solution to detect marks in tough print conditions with extremely low contrast, complex colourful printouts or at very high speeds. Our range of register sensors also includes an ATEX certified fibre-optic product, ensuring safe solutions in hazardous areas (e.g. when using solvent-based ink).

PISTON POSITION

Detection of transparent objects like clear plastic packaging, bottles made of glass or PET, vials and droppers or plastic wrap.

Detect the piston position of pneumatic actuators using a direct, non-contact method.
They continuously supply data via analogue outputs or IO-Link, enabling flexible machine concepts and making it possible to solve tasks in areas such as quality monitoring and process control. The sensors are mounted externally on the cylinder, ensuring they are fast to install – even on existing machines.

Precisely tailored for different nut tolerances.
Magnetic cylinder sensors from SICK ofter the perfect option for all conventional pneumatic actuators with T-slots. Thanks to the huge range of magnetic cylinder sensors to choose from, we can meet your every need. Drop-in mounting, short, compact design with enormous retaining force, combination bolt, safe switching point detection, sensors with two switching points, and universal mounting options using an adapter make it clear: Magnetic cylinder sensors from SICK are prepared for all installation sites and situations.

Precisely tailored for different slot forms.
Magnetic cylinder sensors from SICK ofter the perfect option for all conventional pneumatic actuators with C-slots. SICK offers a wide range of magnetic cylinder sensors to meet a variety of applications. Drop-in mounting, a short, compact and rugged design with strong retaining force, a combination screw, safe switching point detection, and an enclosure rating up to IP 69K make these magnetic cylinder sensors easy to install in nearly all installation sites and situations.

Simply reliable. Simply efficient

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