Wenglor P1KE009 Through Beam Sensor | IO-Link 1.1 Receiver

Description

The Wenglor P1KE009 Through Beam Sensor functions as a sophisticated receiver unit that prioritizes operational reliability. By working in tandem with a dedicated transmitter, it establishes a reliable light barrier that can span up to 6 meters. One of the primary advantages of this model is its exceptionally high light intensity; this provides a large switching reserve that allows the sensor to “see” through airborne contaminants that would typically cause false triggers in lesser sensors.

In line with Industry 4.0 standards, the P1KE009 features IO-Link technology. This enables engineers to perform advanced tasks such as reading out signal values and switching statuses remotely, as well as configuring the sensor to specific logic needs (PNP/NPN or NO/NC). To ensure system integrity, it also supports a test input function on the transmitter side, allowing for a complete functional check of the sensing circuit at any time.

Brand

Wenglor

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Specifications

Optical Data	Value
Range	6,000 mm
Switching Hysteresis	< 10 %
Light Source	Red Light
Service Life (T = +25 °C)	100,000 h
Max. Ambient Light	10,000 Lux

Electrical Data	Value
Sensor Type	Receiver
Supply Voltage	10 … 30 V DC
Supply Voltage with IO-Link	18 … 30 V DC
Current Consumption (Ub = 24 V)	< 20 mA
Switching Frequency	1,000 Hz
Response Time	0.5 ms
Temperature Range	-40 … 60 °C
Switching Output Voltage Drop	< 2 V
Switching Output Current	100 mA
Interface	IO-Link V1.1

Mechanical Data	Value
Setting Method	Potentiometer
Housing Material	Plastic, ABS/PC
Degree of Protection	IP67 / IP68
Connection	M8 × 1; 4-pin
Optic Cover	Plastic, PMMA
Weight	6 g

Features

Condition monitoring capabilities for predictive maintenance.
High light intensity and large switching reserve for dust-heavy environments.
Integrated IO-Link 1.1 for simplified setup and diagnostics.
Test input for high operational reliability and safety verification.
Dual protection ratings (IP67/IP68) for moisture and dust resistance.
Rapid response time of 0.5 ms for high-speed detection.

Applications

The Wenglor P1KE009 Through Beam Sensor is optimized for use in:

Automated packaging lines requiring high-speed object counting.
Material handling and logistics for long-distance presence detection.
Industrial zones with high levels of airborne particles or moisture (steam/fog).
Smart factory environments requiring centralized sensor management via IO-Link.