Wenglor YM22PA2 Reflex Sensor with Background Suppression Overview
The Wenglor YM22PA2 is a high-speed reflex sensor utilizing advanced angular measurement principles for superior background suppression. Engineered to detect distances dynamically, this optoelectronic sensor recognizes objects precisely regardless of their individual color, texture, shape, or surface finish. It delivers uniform switching performance even when positioned directly in front of complex, highly reflective backgrounds, ensuring reliable material tracking and object counting in heavy-duty automated production lines.
Technical and Optical Specifications
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Sensing Scope: Working range operates from an adjustable distance of 35 mm up to a maximum threshold of 200 mm.
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Light Source: High-visibility Laser Class 2 red light operating at a wavelength of 650 nm.
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Laser Spot Attributes: Fine-focused laser beam providing a pinpoint 1 mm spot diameter at a distance of 120 mm for precise detection of micro-components.
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Switching Hysteresis: Maintained below 10% to support clean, bounce-free triggering performance.
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Ambient Light Resistance: Capable of operating without interference under extreme environmental lighting up to 10,000 Lux.
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Service Lifetime: Exceptional mechanical lifespan rated for up to 100,000 hours at an ambient temperature baseline of +25 °C.
Electrical Profile and Interface Capabilities
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Supply Voltage Limits: 10 to 30 V DC voltage window.
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Current Draw: Energy-efficient architecture pulling less than 20 mA at a standard 24 V supply.
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Switching Performance: Optimized for high-speed operation with a 1,600 Hz switching frequency and a ultra-fast 313 µs response time.
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Switching Output: PNP NO/NC antivalent (complementary) digital output supporting up to 200 mA switching current.
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Voltage Drop Profiles: Low electrical loss with an active output voltage drop under 2.5 V.
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Circuit Safeguards: Complete integration of short circuit protection, reverse polarity protection, and system overload protection.
Configuration, Mechanical Build, and Standards
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Adjustment Mechanism: Equipped with an onboard manual potentiometer for direct calibration of the switching distance.
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Control Features: Control panel integrated with a specialized switching distance adjuster alongside status and contamination warning indicators.
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Housing Composition: Durable plastic housing featuring a fully encapsulated design to protect internal optical cells.
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Enclosure Rating: Certified with an IP67 protection class (Protection Class III category), preventing full dust ingress and fluid saturation.
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Connection Profile: Industry-proven M12 × 1, 4-pin male terminal connector setup.
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Thermal Limits: Engineered for industrial factory conditions spanning from -25 °C up to +60 °C.
