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The SICK UC40 is a compact ultrasonic sensor designed for reliable medium-distance measurement in diverse industrial environments. It precisely detects object presence, position, or level regardless of material color or ambient lighting conditions. With its robust housing and rotatable sensor head, the UC40 offers flexibility in tight installation spaces. Ideal for both indoor and outdoor use, it maintains accurate performance under challenging conditions such as snow, sunshine, dust, or fog. The sensor supports a range up to 5.0 m and is built to deliver consistent results across varying operational environments thanks to its rugged design and integrated temperature compensation technology.
The UC40 combines strong performance with full flexibility through advanced low-interference technology and integrated temperature compensation. This ensures reliable distance measurements despite ambient temperature fluctuations, as the sensor continuously records environmental temperature and automatically adjusts calculations for accuracy. The rotatable sensor head allows optimal alignment in tight spaces, while the push-lock mounting system enables fast installation. With built-in analog and digital interfaces including IO-Link, the sensor supports real-time diagnostics and signal quality monitoring. This technology ensures early detection of signal degradation, allowing operators to address issues before they impact system availability.
The UC40 features a rugged housing with an IP65/67 enclosure rating, providing protection against dust, contamination, and fog. It operates reliably over distances up to 5.0 m for applications involving solid, powdery, or liquid media. The sensor delivers precise distance, presence, or position data across a wide range of industrial tasks. Its lean interface concept reduces inventory costs by offering multiple output options—either push-pull IO-Link or a second signal output usable as analog current/voltage or additional push-pull output. All parameters can be precisely tailored using the latest version of SOPAS configuration software, ensuring optimal setup in seconds.
The UC40 supports rapid parameterization through the latest version of SICK’s SOPAS configuration and visualization software, enabling precise tailoring in just seconds. With IO-Link integration, users can monitor signal quality in real time—detecting drops in signal strength and diagnosing potential issues before they lead to downtime. The sensor offers flexible output options: a push-pull output for IO-Link or an additional signal output usable as analog current/voltage or a second push-pull output. This lean interface concept enhances system flexibility while reducing inventory complexity, making integration into existing automation systems more efficient and cost-effective.
The UC40 is designed for reliable operation in both indoor and outdoor environments, regardless of weather or ambient conditions. Whether facing snow, sunshine, dust, or fog, it maintains precise measurement data due to its rugged housing and low-interference technology. The integrated temperature compensation continuously monitors ambient temperature and adjusts measurements accordingly, ensuring consistent performance across varying thermal conditions. Its IP65/67 rating ensures protection against dust ingress and environmental contaminants, making it suitable for harsh industrial settings where exposure to fog or particulates is common.
The UC40 serves as a versatile all-rounder in numerous industrial applications including packing machines and conveyor systems. It is used for distance measurement, presence detection, level monitoring of solids, powders, and liquids. Its ability to function reliably under diverse environmental conditions makes it ideal for use across production lines and logistics operations. Whether detecting object position or measuring fill levels, the sensor delivers consistent performance in both automated manufacturing and material handling processes, ensuring operational efficiency without compromise.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| ambient temperature | is continuously recorded and the measured value calculation automatically adjusted. |
| interface | concept ensures more flexibility while also lowering inventory costs. |
| material | color, gloss, transparency and ambient light. |
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