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SPECTRO-1-FIO-IR3 Single-Channel Sensor for Contrast Measurement

Product Description

The SPECTRO-1-FIO-IR3 is a single-channel contrast sensor that uses a 1450 nm infrared LED and is designed for high-speed gray scale detection across a wide working range of 1 mm to 500 mm, depending on the fiber optics used. It is commonly applied in automation, packaging, printing, and electronics industries, where precise contrast or presence detection is essential—even under varying lighting conditions or when inspecting self-luminous objects. The sensor offers robust functionality including analog and digital outputs (NPn/PNP configurable), averaging over 32,000 values, and RS232 or Ethernet connectivity for parameterization and data logging via PC software. Its anodized aluminum housing and IP64 rating ensure durability in industrial environments, while temperature compensation supports stable performance between -4°F and 131°F (-20°C to 55°C). A wide range of compatible fiber optics and optical frontends enables flexible installation in both reflected light and transmitted light configurations, tailored for various materials and surface types.



SPECTRO-1-FIO-IR3 Single-Channel Sensor for Contrast Measurement

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Product Highlights

• Big working range: typ. 1 mm ... 500 mm
• (depends on the fiber optics used and attachment optics)
• Big assortment of fiber optics (reflected light or
transmitted light, solely 67° types) and attachment optics
• IR LED, 1450 nm (AC-, DC-operation, can be switched or
• OFF in case of luminous objects)
• High scan frequency
• Gray scale detection (12-bit resolution)
• Insensitive to outside light (in AC-operation)
• Brightness correction can be activated (STAT/DYN)
• Averaging can be activated (from 1 up to over 32000 values)
• TEACH via PC or PLC
• 2 digital inputs (0V/+Ub)
• 2 digital outputs (max. 60 kHz switching frequency)
• 1 analog output (0V... +10V or 4...20mA), selectable via software
• Switching state indication by means of 2 yellow LEDs
• RS232 interface (USB or ETHERNET converter available)
• Parameterizable via Windows® software, scope function
• Temperature compensated (from 0°C to 60°C)
• Automatic threshold correction can be activated
• Switching threshold can be parameterized relative or absolute
• Various switching threshold functions (window, upper/lower threshold)
• Intensity control of luminous objects (LEDs, halogen lamps, displays, ...)

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