Contrinex’s metric-threaded cylindrical photoelectric sensors are compact IO-Link-enabled devices, ideal for smart factory applications. Designed with easy integration in mind, M12 and M18 sensors are equipped with tough ABS housings (M18P) or robust metal bodies (M12M, M18M). Featuring Contrinex’s exclusive ASIC technology, these devices are available in diffuse, reflex, through-beam and background-suppression (M18 only) variants, offering best-in-class sensing distances at highly competitive prices.

With Ecolab approval, M18P photoelectric sensors are already a popular choice for process engineers in the food and beverage sector. The M12M and M18M devices not only deliver the same proven sensing capability and resistance to washdown and process fluids*, they bring additional robustness to the table for environments where mechanical shock and excessive vibration are factors. With rugged chrome-plated brass (M12M) or stainless-steel housings (M18M) as well as shatter-resistant PMMA optics, these metal-bodied sensors are at home in the harshest environments.

The Cylindrical 1120 range of M12 photoelectric sensors provide market-leading performance and reliability in miniature metal housings that ensure excellent resistance to shock and accidental impact. Best-in-class sensing distances are achieved utilizing through-beam, diffuse or polarized reflex sensing principles, with the 1120L laser through-beam sensor suitable for extended sensing ranges up to 50 meters. These robust series 1120 sensors are particularly suited for rough industrial environments and where space is limited.

All models feature LED indication of signal degradation if the sensing face is obscured or becomes contaminated, eliminating the risk of errors or lost production.