Contrast sensors
Contrast sensors are primarily used in packaging/printing machines for the detection of printed or control marks. SICK’s line of KT contrast sensors detects even the smallest contrasts at the highest speeds, such as print marks on foils or packaging. They detect minute grayscale variations between the mark and the background on matte, shiny or transparent surfaces. A variety of device types with different contrast resolution methods and teach-in versions are available to meet wide-ranging requirements.
KTM Prime
Mini, easy, speedy, robust
- High grayscale resolution
- Very large dynamic range means reliable detection of contrasts on glossy materials
- Static and dynamic teach-in in a single variant
- Switching frequency: Up to 15 kHz
- Sensing distance: 12.5 mm for RGB and white LED, up to 250 mm as laser variant
- IO-Link interface
KTM Core
Mini, easy, speedy
- Small, tried-and tested housing
- High grayscale resolution
- Very large dynamic range means reliable detection of contrasts on glossy materials
- Switching frequency: 10 kHz
- White light
KTS Core
Universal contrast detection in modern housing
- White LED or RGB LED
- High gray line resolution
- Very large dynamic range means reliable detection of contrasts on glossy materials
- 25 kHz switching frequency
- Display for easy sensor adjustment
- 2-point and dynamic teach-in
- Manual switching threshold adjustment
- Light/dark switching
KTX Prime
Contrast detection with TwinEye-Technology in tried-and-tested housing. Innovation in familiar housing for the very best sensor performance
- TwinEye-Technology for increased depth of field and sensing distance tolerance
- 50 kHz switching frequency and 5 μs jitter
- Large dynamic range means reliable detection of contrasts on glossy materials
- 7-segment display
- Color mode
- Assembly feedback
- IO-Link and automation functions
- Flexible sensor setting thanks to various sensor parameters
KTS Prime
Innovative TwinEye-Technology for better contrast detection
- TwinEye-Technology for increased depth of field and sensing distance tolerance
- 50 kHz switching frequency and 5 μs jitter
- Large dynamic range means reliable detection of contrasts on glossy materials
- 7-segment display
- Color mode
- Assembly feedback
- IO-Link and automation functions
- Flexible sensor setting thanks to various sensor parameters
KTL 180
Safe object detection at high machine speeds
- 31.2 kHz switching frequency at a response time of 16 µs
- High dynamic range
- Multi-functional 7-segment display
- Job save for easy format change
- 1-point, 2-point and dynamic teach-in
- Master-slave function
- A wide range of different fibers
KT8
Laser contrast sensor
- Laser variant with sensing range from 30 mm bis 800 mm
- Very small and precise laser light spot (class 2)
- High switching sequence of 17 kHz
- Display of detection reliability via control panel
- Very precise light spot
RS10
Adjustable individual thresholds
- The register is controlled with individual thresholds
- Unique housing: one screw mounting
- Tight dual-sensor mounting ability
- Detects 1-18 marks of different colors
- Easy teach-in via button
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