Wenglor SW983 Through Beam Sensor | 10m Range Red Light Emitter

The Wenglor SW983 Through Beam Sensor is a high-performance emitter designed for precision and durability in demanding industrial automation. Featuring a powerful red light source and a 10-meter working range, this sensor ensures consistent functional reliability even in heavily contaminated environments where dust and debris are present.

Description

The Wenglor SW983 Through Beam Sensor serves as a robust emitter unit engineered to optimize detection accuracy over significant distances. By utilizing a specialized red light source with a 6-degree opening angle, this device provides a stable beam that is easy to align and monitor. One of its standout advantages is the integrated special alignment optic, which simplifies the installation process and ensures peak performance even in complex mechanical layouts.

Built to withstand the rigors of the factory floor, the sensor is housed in a high-quality combination of V2A stainless steel and PBT plastic. The full encapsulation and IP67 protection rating mean it remains operational in wet, dirty, or vibrating conditions. Furthermore, the inclusion of a test input allows for proactive system checks, ensuring that the sensor is always functioning correctly before critical processes begin. Whether you are managing high-speed production lines or long-range monitoring, the SW983 delivers the technical authority required for modern industrial standards.

Brand

Wenglor

Wenglor

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Features

  • Impressive working range of up to 10,000 mm (10 meters)
  • Special alignment optic for simplified setup and precision targeting
  • Integrated test input for rapid functional verification
  • Red light source with a 100,000-hour service life
  • Rugged V2A stainless steel and PBT housing for maximum durability
  • Superior resistance to environmental contamination

Applications

  • Long-range object detection in logistics and conveyor systems
  • Industrial environments with high levels of dust, dirt, or moisture
  • Precision gating and positioning in automated manufacturing lines
  • Material handling systems requiring robust, wash-down resistant sensors
  • General automation tasks requiring a reliable and easy-to-align emitter

Specifications

Optical Data

  • Range: 10,000 mm

  • Light Source: Red Light

  • Service Life (T = +25 °C): 100,000 h

  • Opening Angle: 6°

Electrical Data

  • Sensor Type: Emitter

  • Supply Voltage: 10 … 30 V DC

  • Current Consumption (Ub = 24 V): < 40 mA

  • Temperature Drift: < 10 %

  • Temperature Range: -10 … 60 °C

  • Reverse Polarity Protection: yes

  • Protection Class: III

Mechanical Data

  • Housing Material: Stainless steel, V2A (1.4305 / 303); Plastic, PBT

  • Full Encapsulation: yes

  • Degree of Protection: IP67

  • Connection: M12 x 1; 4-pin

  • Weight: 37 g