Pepperl+Fuchs ML100-55/95/103

Overview

The Pepperl+Fuchs ML100-55/95/103 is a state-of-the-art compact retroreflective sensor engineered for paramount precision and reliability in dynamic industrial automation environments. This high-performance sensor is meticulously designed to provide unerring object detection across a diverse array of applications. Equipped with an advanced polarization filter and an impressive detection range of up to 5 meters, the ML100-55/95/103 guarantees consistent and accurate operation, even when faced with challenging ambient conditions. Its remarkably miniature footprint, combined with an array of robust features, positions it as the ideal solution for automation tasks that demand highly accurate, non-contact object sensing.

Key Features

• Extended Detection Range: Offers versatile and effective object detection capabilities from 0 to 5 meters, seamlessly adapting to a wide spectrum of application requirements.
• Integrated Polarization Filter: Significantly enhances detection accuracy and reliability by effectively mitigating interference from unwanted reflections, ensuring consistent and precise object sensing.
• High-Visibility Light Source: Utilizes a modulated visible red LED, which generates a distinct and highly visible light spot for effortless and precise alignment during installation.
• Flexible Output Configuration: Features a PNP switching output, user-programmable for either light-on or dark-on operation, providing unparalleled flexibility for seamless integration into existing control systems.
• Adjustable Sensitivity: Incorporates a finely-tuned sensitivity adjuster, empowering operators to optimize detection performance to meet specific application demands and environmental conditions.
• Durable and Compact Construction: Housed in a miniature yet rugged design, boasting full metal thread mounting and an IP67-rated enclosure, ensuring exceptional durability and consistent performance in the most demanding industrial settings.
• Intuitive LED Indicators:
  • Green LED: Provides clear and immediate indication of power status, confirming operational readiness.
  • Yellow LED: Clearly displays the current switching state and offers vital weak signal indication, facilitating rapid diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: ML100-55/95/103
• Effective Detection Range: 0 to 5 meters
• Threshold Detection Range: Up to 7 meters
• Reference Target: H50 reflector
• Light Type: Modulated visible red light
• Opening Angle: Approximately 4°
• Operating Voltage: 10 to 30 V DC
• No-Load Supply Current: Less than 20 mA
• Switching Frequency: Up to 1000 Hz
• Response Time: 0.5 ms
• Switching Voltage: Maximum 30 V DC
• Switching Current: Maximum 100 mA (resistive load)
• Voltage Drop: ≤ 1.5 V DC
• Operating Temperature Range: -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F)
• Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
• Degree of Protection: IP67
• Connection Type: M8 x 1, 4-pin connector
• Housing Material: Polycarbonate (PC)
• Optical Face Material: PMMA
• Dimensions: Height 31 mm, Width 11 mm, Depth 20 mm
• Weight: Approximately 10 g
• Compliance:
  • Standards: EN 60947-5-2
  • Approvals: CE, cULus Listed for Class 2 Power Source, Type 1 enclosure

Applications

• Material Handling Systems: Ensures highly accurate detection of objects on conveyor belts, optimizing sorting processes, and precise positioning tasks.
• Packaging Industry: Guarantees the correct placement and reliable presence detection of items, crucial for seamless and error-free packaging operations.
• Automotive Manufacturing: Provides critical support in assembly line operations by precisely detecting components and verifying proper alignment, enhancing manufacturing efficiency.
• Printing Industry: Reliably detects the presence and exact position of paper or other diverse materials, effectively preventing costly misfeeds and ensuring production continuity.
• General Industrial Automation: Perfectly suited for an extensive variety of industrial applications that demand exceptionally precise and consistently reliable object detection capabilities.

Why Choose This Model?

The Pepperl+Fuchs ML100-55/95/103 stands out as a superior choice for industrial automation due to its unparalleled combination of compact design, robust performance, and advanced features. This retroreflective sensor delivers highly reliable detection capabilities, making it an indispensable component for optimizing efficiency and accuracy in various industrial processes. Its integrated polarization filter and adjustable sensitivity ensure consistent and precise operation, even in complex or challenging environments where other sensors might fail. The durable IP67-rated housing guarantees longevity and resistance to harsh industrial conditions, minimizing downtime and maintenance costs. Furthermore, the intuitive LED indicators simplify monitoring and diagnostics, allowing for quick identification of operational status. Opting for the ML100-55/95/103 means investing in a sensor that offers exceptional accuracy, flexibility in output configuration, and the renowned quality and reliability synonymous with the Pepperl+Fuchs brand.

Order Now

Enhance your industrial automation processes with the precision and reliability of the Pepperl+Fuchs ML100-55/95/103 compact retroreflective sensor. Take advantage of its advanced features, robust design, and proven performance to optimize your operations. Contact us today to place your order or to learn more about how this exceptional sensor can meet your specific application needs. Our team is ready to assist you in selecting the perfect solution for your industrial automation challenges.