SICK, Inc: Photoelectric sensor

Sick’s W4S-3 photoelectric sensor incorporates OES3 technology into its third generation custom ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) to ignore stray background reflections, detect multi-colored or shiny objects, and provide high immunity to ambient light.

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Sensors feature a smooth, IP 69K stainless steel housing that withstands harsh wash down applications. Housing also reduces bacteria growth that can result when food particles become lodged in small grooves or crevices.

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