New Balluff BOS 50K diffuse sensor

Using reliable red light over long distances

Balluff kicks off a new, powerful series of optical object detection sensors using red light with their new BOS 50K, a diffuse sensor with IP 67 rating and background suppression.

The new block-style sensor with a measuring range of from 200 to 2000 mm and a Fresnel receiver element lens is ideal for object detection over long distances, including assembly operations outside the hazardous area such as in the automobile, wood processing and packaging industries. Powerful and with a gray value shift that is unmatched, this sensor is the best in class.

The selectable light-on or dark-on diffuse sensor with background suppression is available in six versions, PNP, NPN, normally open, normally closed and complementary. Setting the switching distance is easy using a 10-turn potentiometer. Two 360€ visible LEDs for displaying the switching state and fault conditions ensure a complete overview of sensor conditions.

Mounting is child’s play. In the simplest case the user can fix the BOS 50K, which is also equipped with a flexible plug terminal, directly to the equipment using two screws. Alternately a clamp mount is possible. The Balluff BMS universal mounting system also provides a variety of mounting solutions. Sensor alignment is assisted by the red optical dot which is highly visible over the entire sensing range.