SICK has launched the new OD200, a compact laser distance sensor for measuring short ranges that offers high stability on highly reflective, dark and irregular surfaces. It can be used in applications as varied as real-time in-line quality control for reflective materials, precise counting of small parts and goods, and accurate detection of height deviations in assembled parts.
A newly developed triangulation measurement core with powerful evaluation algorithms plays a key role in delivering a high level of accuracy. The OD200 is designed for high-speed applications, with process speeds up to 3 kHz, and is available in various sensor variants for measuring ranges of 25 mm to 160 mm, with repeatability down to 2 µm. In addition, the high-resolution receiver unit ensures even surfaces with low remission are reliably detected. The optical system is optimised for the geometry and quality of the light spot, as well as ambient light immunity. When combined, these features ensure reliable measuring for high-gloss, reflective or virtually remission-free objects, structured and uneven surfaces, or in critical ambient brightness. Interference caused by incorrect measurements and missing signals is significantly reduced to cut downtime, adjustment and maintenance effort, delivering higher productivity.
Wide range of connectivity options
Integration and commissioning of the compact OD200 is simple, even in confined spaces. Intelligent default settings and algorithms, as well as the intuitive, menu-driven user interface on the device’s display, simplify setup and operation. The flexible OD200 offers a wide range of connectivity options for automation systems and industry 4.0 environments, including all required and industry-standard interfaces and I/Os, IO-Link, an analogue current/voltage output, and one switching input and output. IO-Link ensures full access to the sensor, even in difficult or inaccessible installation locations.
Inline optimisation and condition monitoring
The OD200 can be programmed using SICK’s free and easy-to-use SOPAS open parameterization and application software. In addition to the actual measurement data, the sensor also provides useful operating data, for example on the exposure time or the width of the signal peak, which is evaluated to calculate the distance. This information from ongoing operation can be used both for inline optimization of sensor performance and for condition monitoring of the sensor or processes.