1. Transparent PET Bottle Counting on Conveyors
High-speed detection and accurate tracking of transparent polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles on automated beverage conveyor systems.
Problem SolvedStandard photoelectric sensors fail to detect transparent plastics because the emitted light passes through the bottle without sufficient attenuation. The CX-482's retro-polar optical design accurately senses refractivity shifts in transparent materials, guaranteeing zero missed bottle counts.
PET Bottle DetectionTransparent Object SensingRetro-polar Optical System1ms Response TimeNPN Output
2. Food Processing Washdown Packaging Lines
Presence detection of packaged foods in areas subjected to routine chemical sanitation and sterilization using ethanol-based detergents.
Problem SolvedStandard acrylic-lensed sensors crack, haze, or discolor when exposed to alcohol-based detergents over time. The CX-482 utilizes high-strength, ethanol-resistant polycarbonate optical and indicator covers alongside an IP67 rating, maintaining optical clarity and sealing integrity during intense washdown protocols.
IP67 ProtectionEthanol Resistant PolycarbonatePBT EnclosurePackaging WashdownInfrared LED
3. Dual-Lane Narrow-Pitch Film Feeding
Side-by-side sensor deployment to monitor film tension, edge presence, or sheet feeding across highly adjacent material feed tracks.
Problem SolvedPlacing traditional photoelectric sensors directly next to one another typically results in optical cross-talk, leading to erratic output states. The CX-482 features a built-in automatic interference prevention system that prevents mutual optical interference, enabling close-proximity dual-lane mounting.
Interference PreventionSide-by-side MountingFilm Tension MonitoringLow Current ConsumptionCompact Photoelectric Sensor
