The IFM OID204 is a laser distance sensor designed for reliable measurement up to 2 m. It uses a stainless-steel M30 housing and is designed for demanding industrial environments. Background suppression provides reliable detection of targets while reducing unwanted background influence. The sensor provides complementary PNP switching outputs and IO-Link communication. Its high protection rating makes it suitable for harsh automation applications.
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The OID204 uses laser-based time-of-flight measurement for distance detection from 0.03 to 2 m. Its optical performance is designed to reduce sensitivity to target colour and reflective surfaces. Background suppression extends to approximately 20 m. The visible laser spot simplifies alignment during installation. This allows reliable distance detection across many industrial machine configurations.
The OID204 uses a sealed stainless-steel M30 × 1.5 housing. IP65, IP67, IP68, and IP69K protection provide strong resistance to dust, water, and washdown exposure. The PMMA optical window protects the internal optical system. The sensor is designed for applications where standard plastic photoelectric sensors may not provide sufficient environmental protection. This makes it appropriate for demanding industrial automation installations.
IO-Link provides parameterisation and process-data communication with the OID204. Two PNP outputs provide complementary switching functions. The M12 connector supports straightforward connection to industrial control systems. A visible LED provides switching-status indication. These functions simplify installation, commissioning, and continuous machine monitoring.
0.03...2 m measuring range
Laser distance measurement
Background suppression
PNP complementary outputs
IO-Link communication
Laser class 2
Stainless-steel housing
M30 × 1.5 thread
M12 connector
IP65 protection
IP67 protection
IP68 protection
IP69K protection
Visible red laser
Short-circuit protection
Harsh industrial automation
Machine distance monitoring
Object detection
Position monitoring
Conveyor systems
Packaging machinery
Washdown-prone equipment
Metal-processing machinery
Process automation
Material handling
The OID204 is engineered for applications where mechanical and environmental robustness are important. Its stainless-steel construction provides strong resistance to corrosion and industrial cleaning conditions. The multiple IP protection levels support installation in demanding environments. Background suppression helps maintain reliable switching when background surfaces are present. These features make it suitable for robust industrial sensing tasks.
| Specification | OID204 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Photoelectric distance sensor |
| Order Code | OID204 |
| Sensing Principle | Laser distance measurement |
| Measuring Range | 0.03...2 m |
| Background Suppression | Up to 20 m |
| Light Type | Red laser |
| Wavelength | 650 nm |
| Laser Class | 2 |
| Light Spot | <5 mm at 2 m |
| Sampling Rate | 33 Hz |
| Electrical Design | PNP |
| Supply Voltage | 10...30 V DC |
| Current Consumption | <75 mA |
| Protection Class | III |
| Reverse Polarity Protection | Yes |
| Digital Outputs | 2 |
| Output Function | Complementary NO/NC |
| Output Current | 100 mA per output |
| Switching Frequency | 11 Hz |
| Short-Circuit Protection | Yes |
| Overload Protection | Yes |
| Communication | IO-Link |
| IO-Link Revision | 1.1 |
| Transmission | COM2, 38.4 kBaud |
| Connection | M12 |
| Connector Pins | 5 |
| Housing | Stainless steel |
| Housing Thread | M30 × 1.5 |
| Protection | IP65/IP67/IP68/IP69K |
| Ambient Temperature | -25...60 °C |
| Weight | Approx. 210 g |
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