The W4S-3 INOX product family in WashDown design combines rugged watertight IP 69K stainless steel housing with ‘best-in-class’ optical functionality. These space-saving miniature sensors are able to withstand the most aggressive cleaning agents and disinfectants thanks to a membrane teach-in button that is 100% watertight and pin-cast M12 connections. They can be relied upon for long-term service in critical applications in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, solar, and electronics industries.
At a glance
- WashDown rated for fluid tightness (IP 66, IP 67, IP 68 and IP 69K) and Ecolab certified
- Tough stainless steel housing (316L/1.4404)
- Resistant to a variety of common cleaning and disinfection agents
- Highly visible laser-like light spot due to PinPoint LED
- Teach-in via stainless steel pushbutton with a metal membrane
- Flexible sensor settings, monitoring, advanced diagnostics, and visualization thanks to IO-Link
Benefits
- Long service life in harsh conditions ensures less downtime and fewer replacement costs
- Quick and easy alignment due to highly visible PinPoint emitter LED
- Easy adjustment via a stainless steel metal membrane teach-in pushbutton
- IO-Link provides easy data access from the PLC
- Quick and easy configuration
- Quick and easy integration using function blocks
- Easy device replacement and identification
