Detection sensors

Position sensors for large pneumatic cylinders and drives
MPA position sensors continuously detect the piston position of pneumatic actuators using a direct, non-contact method. The sensors in the MPA product family are ideal for large piston diameters and long strokes.

Position sensors for T-slot
MPS-T position sensors continuously detect the piston position of pneumatic actuators using a direct, non-contact method. They can be mounted in T-slots without the need for additional accessories.

Position sensors for C-slot
MPS-C position sensors continuously detect the piston position of pneumatic actuators using a direct, non-contact method. They can be mounted in C-slots without the need for additional accessories. The sensor settings can be adjusted during installation and during operation later on, using a teach field or IO-Link.

Adjustable individual thresholds
The RS10 is ideal for detecting print marks with low contrast or handling register marks with many different colors due to its individual threshold adjustment feature. Single screw mounting makes it easy to integrate and adjust in the machine. The round-shaped, white LED improves accuracy at high speeds.

Safe object detection at high machine speeds
The KTL180 reliably detects contrast differences even at high machine speeds. Thanks to its 31.2 kHz switching frequency, a high grayscale resolution and manual switching threshold adjustment, the KTL180 makes for safe object detection.

The sensor for optical line guidance
The OLS is a line guidance sensor based on luminescence technology. It detects conventional luminescent adhesive tape regardless of the background, contamination or surface defects and reliably outputs the deviation from the center of the lane.

Laser contrast sensor
The KT8 sensor family features two variants. The first variant, the KT8L, enables very reliable detection of the smallest contrast marks and objects thanks to the precise laser. Lasers are used in contrast sensors for long sensing distances (up to 800 mm) or for detecting very small objects.

High-performance contrast and color detection in a small, compact housing
The best performance KTS contrast sensors can be used in many applications, even under demanding conditions.

Contrast detection using TwinEye-Technology in the tried-and-tested housing
Outstanding performance for a variety of applications, even in difficult conditions: The KTX contrast sensor with familiar hole pattern, high-precision RGB LED and VISTAL® housing impresses with TwinEye-Technology, color mode, high switching frequency, excellent

Small, simple, fast
Top performance for versatile, space-saving use in the packaging industry: The KTM contrast sensor from SICK features a high grayscale resolution and is integrated into a small, tried-and-tested housing that is also available in stainless steel.

Condition Monitoring sensors for vibration, shock, and temperature monitoring
The Multi Physics Box Condition Monitoring sensor allows for continuous condition-based monitoring of, for example, motors, pumps, conveyor systems or fans.

Mini, easy, smart
The new CSM color sensor in the miniature housing offers accurate color detection and is IO-Link-capable. It is perfectly suited for applications in which color features need to be reliably detected while taking up as little installation space as possible. The sensor detects and monitors objects based on object color.

Detects 24 stored colors quickly and offers precise adjustments
The CSS/CSX High Speed color sensor is characterized by its high switching frequency and its precise, infinitely variable sensitivity adjustment. Furthermore, the sensor outputs color values (L*a*b or RGB) as well as the similarity of a detected color to a taught-in color.

High-performance color sensing
The ability to teach up to four colors can lead to faster changeovers and shorter downtime. The CS8 series offers high switching speeds – as fast as 6 kHz (85 µsec) – enabling higher throughput.

Detects even very slight color nuances and masters changing distances
With its high color resolution and an innovative teach-in method, the new CSS High Resolution color sensor can even distinguish between fine color nuances. It also detects color gradients and structured materials like wood.

Reliable level measurement of water-based liquids
The CQF capacitive level sensor detects liquids through container walls and through direct contact with the liquids. The measurement principle compensates for foam, moisture and deposits. This ensures that the CQF only detects the liquid in the container - nothing else.

Reliable capacitive proximity sensors enclosed in a rectangular housing
Capacitive proximity sensors can detect all types of material: powder-based, granulated, liquid, and solid – even through plastic walls. SICK’s capacitive proximity sensors also feature high electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), which prevents incorrect switching.

Smart and rugged capacitive sensors
The CMB capacitive proximity sensors detect objects and levels regardless of color, reflectance and gloss of the surfaces. In the process, they detect powdery, granulated, liquid and solid materials – even through non-metallic walls made of plastic or glass, for example.

Rugged and cost-effective capacitive sensors
The CM capacitive proximity sensors detect objects and levels regardless of color, reflectance, and gloss of the surfaces. In the process, they detect powdery, granulated, liquid, and solid materials – even through non-metallic walls made of plastic or glass.

Simply clever order picking verification
Using sensors for order picking has become standard in the automotive and logistics industries. Using the PLG automation light grid for order picking offers significant advantages over conventional, manual order picking technology.

Installation and commissioning that couldn't be easier with very high levels of performance
The FLG (frame light grid) switching automation light grid is the innovative solution in which the sender and receiver are combined in one housing for the detection of small parts.

The sturdy light grid for many standard applications
SICK offers the versatile ELG, an extremely tough switching automation light grid with different monitoring heights and beam separations. The ELG is not sensitive to glare caused by sunlight and flashing light.

For a wide range of detection and measuring tasks – light grid in very compact housing
The SLG-2 is an automation light grid for various detection and measuring tasks. It features two optics variants: One with frontal and one with side light emission. They allow for the narrow light grid housing to be integrated into almost any application.

Reliable detection with extremely thin design
The smart light grid product family includes smart area sensors, smart gate sensors and smart pick-to-light-sensor light grids. At only 8 mm x 25 mm, they fit nearly anywhere and can be embedded inside walls, doors, conveyors, and machines. Slim and flat versions are available.

The flexible and efficient detection system in one chain
The FlexChain is a flexibly configurable light grid thanks to the sequential connection of several sensors. There is no need for long connection cables or complex wiring.

Retro-reflective light grids for the detection of very fast and transparent objects
The WLG is a retro-reflective light grid with a 100 mm detection height and transmission 8 LEDs.

High-resolution and high-speed detection of the smallest objects
The high-resolution HLG light grid from SICK is the ideal solution for all applications where flat objects on a conveying system are to be reliably detected.

Highest precision for web width measurement
The MLG-2 WebChecker measuring automation light grid is based on established technology combined with the most advanced software and is used for high-precision web width measurement. The light grid also measures large web widths with revolutionary accuracy.

Flexible in use for length, width and height measurements
With the MLG-2 measuring automation light grid, SICK is offering the right solution for a wide range of applications in logistics and factory automation.

Position sensors with very good price-performance ratio for T-slot
The cost-effective MPS-M position sensor detects the piston position in pneumatic drives continuously and with micrometer precision without making contact. It is designed for cylinders with T-slots and can be mounted quickly, easily and securely.