$ 954.50
Reliable long-range detection with the SICK UM30-215118 ultrasonic sensor. High accuracy, rugged M30 design, and versatile outputs for demanding automation.
The SICK UM30-215118 ultrasonic distance sensor is designed for applications where reliable long-distance measurement is essential, even when objects vary in color, texture, or lighting. It measures from 600 mm up to 6,000 mm, extending to an 8,000 mm limit, giving users stable performance across wide operating zones. Its temperature-compensated electronics help maintain consistent accuracy in environments that experience heating or cooling cycles. A durable M30 metal housing with IP65/IP67 protection supports use in demanding industrial areas, while its clear LED indicators and versatile output options simplify setup and monitoring. The UM30-215118 offers dependable detection for automated material flow and process control.
The SICK UM30-215118 provides precise feedback with high resolution and repeatability, enabling smooth integration into systems requiring accurate distance or level monitoring. Its adjustable measurement modes, filtering options, and multifunction input allow users to tailor the sensor’s behavior to specific tasks, minimizing false detections and improving operational stability. The automatic switching between current and voltage output reduces installation complexity across different control systems. With a strong mechanical design, broad temperature tolerance, and low-maintenance operation, the sensor helps reduce downtime while maintaining measurement reliability. This combination of adaptability and durability makes it well-suited for conveyor alignment, storage automation, filling control, and other dynamic industrial applications.
The UM30-215118 stands out because it delivers long-range, stable ultrasonic measurement in places where optical sensors often struggle. Its precision, rugged housing, and adaptable output modes make it a versatile problem-solver for evolving automation needs. It’s built to stay accurate, stay consistent, and stay reliable—even when the environment refuses to cooperate.
The UM30-215118 solves the challenge of detecting and measuring objects that vary in color, reflectivity, or lighting—conditions that typically disrupt other sensing methods. It ensures dependable distance feedback over several meters, helping automation systems avoid miscounts, misalignment, and level-reading errors that can disrupt production flow and reduce efficiency.
| Feature | Details | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Range | 600 mm to 6,000 mm (8,000 mm limiting range) | Enables long-distance detection for wide-area industrial automation. |
| Resolution | ≥ 0.18 mm | Provides precise measurement for positioning and level control tasks. |
| Repeatability | ±0.15% of measured value | Ensures stable readings essential for consistent process performance. |
| Measurement Accuracy | ±1% with temperature compensation | Maintains reliability despite fluctuating ambient conditions. |
| Response Time | 240 ms typical | Supports real-time feedback for moving objects or dynamic systems. |
| Ultrasonic Frequency | 80 kHz typical | Provides strong immunity to dust, lighting, and surface variations. |
| Digital Output | 1 × PNP output, ≤ 200 mA | Simple integration with PLCs and trigger-based automation. |
| Analog Output | 4–20 mA or 0–10 V (auto-select) | Flexible connectivity for diverse control systems and interfaces. |
| Advanced Functions | Teach-in, scaling, invertible outputs, adjustable filters, synchronization of up to 50 sensors | Allows fine-tuning performance for challenging detection environments. |
| Hysteresis | 100 mm | Reduces unwanted switching and improves signal stability. |
| Supply Voltage | 9–30 V DC | Supports common industrial power systems for easy deployment. |
| Enclosure Rating | IP65 / IP67 | Suitable for dusty, wet, and outdoor industrial installations. |
| Housing Material | Nickel-plated brass, PBT, polyurethane foam transducer | Provides robustness for continuous operation in harsh environments. |
| Operating Temperature | –25°C to +70°C | Works reliably across demanding climate and factory conditions. |
| Dimensions | 65 × 65 × 105 mm (M30 body) | Compact size fits standard M30 mounting systems. |
| Connection Type | M12, 5-pin male connector | Ensures fast installation and secure signal integrity. |
| Display & Indicators | 2× status LED + digital display | Simplifies commissioning and real-time visual diagnostics. |
| Protection Class | Class III | Provides added electrical safety in industrial power zones. |
| MTTFD | 101 years | Extremely long service expectation reduces lifecycle cost. |
Download SICK UM30-215118 (6036925) Datasheet
| Commercial Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Weight | 360 g |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
In busy warehouse lines, pallets often arrive skewed or shifted from their intended path, creating a risk of jams or misreads by automated equipment. The UM30-215118 helps overcome this by providing steady long-distance measurements that remain reliable even when pallets are wrapped in reflective film or made from dark materials. Its feedback allows conveyors to adjust alignment mechanisms in real time, ensuring pallets stop exactly where required for scanning, stacking, or transfer. The sensor’s immunity to dust and inconsistent lighting keeps the process stable, reducing manual intervention and improving the overall flow of materials through high-volume distribution environments.
Industries dealing with pellets, feed, grains, or fine powders frequently struggle to maintain accurate level monitoring because airborne dust and shifting material surfaces interfere with optical devices. The UM30-215118 excels in these conditions by using ultrasonic measurement that remains dependable regardless of color or reflectivity. Its broad measurement range enables continuous tracking of fill levels during loading and discharge cycles. Even when temperatures fluctuate around storage silos or hoppers, the sensor maintains consistent readings. This helps prevent overfilling, reduces product loss, and supports automated material handling systems that rely on steady level information to regulate workflow efficiently.
Automatic car wash tunnels must detect and track vehicles of different sizes and shapes while dealing with water spray, reflections, and changing light. The UM30-215118 provides stable distance readings unaffected by glossy paint, glass, or wet surfaces. Its long-range capability ensures the system identifies a vehicle early enough for the machinery to prepare the correct sequence of actions. As the vehicle progresses, the sensor delivers repeatable distance updates, allowing equipment to maintain safe spacing and execute precise cleaning motions. This reduces the likelihood of mechanical interference and enhances the consistency of washing quality across a wide variety of vehicle types.
Automated guided vehicles and mobile robots require accurate position data when approaching charging docks or loading stations. Irregular reflections from floors, metal racks, or mixed materials can disrupt vision-based sensors, but the UM30-215118 remains unaffected by these variations. Its smooth analog output provides a reliable reference for slowing, aligning, and docking the robot with minimal error. The wide measurement range helps robots begin corrective movements earlier, improving overall docking success rates. By delivering consistent readings in both clean and dusty environments, the sensor supports stable navigation routines and reduces the downtime associated with misalignment or repeated docking attempts.
| Category | Model / Name | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Programming Device | Connect+ Adapter (CPA) | 6037782 | Configuration tool with LED interface used for cloning, setup adjustments, and parameter visualization. |
| Mounting Accessory | BEF-WN-M30 Mounting Bracket | 5308445 | Steel bracket designed for secure installation and proper alignment of M30-sized sensors. |
| Sensor Cable (Straight M12 → Flying Leads) | YF2A15-020VB5XLEAX | 2096239 | 2 m PVC cable, 5-wire, suitable for general sensor/actuator wiring in clean or chemical-exposed zones. |
| Sensor Cable (Straight M12 → Flying Leads) | YF2A15-C60VB5XLEAX | 2145570 | 0.6 m PVC cable ideal for compact applications or installations requiring minimal wiring length. |
| Sensor Cable (Straight M12 → Flying Leads) | YF2A15-030VB5XLEAX | 2145572 | 3 m PVC cable offering extended reach for flexible routing to control cabinets or machinery frames. |
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