Hygienic Laser Distance Sensor Time-of-Flight for Demanding Applications in the Food and Pharmaceutical Industry

With the P2PY111 laser distance sensor time-of-flight, the wenglor sensoric group is expanding its portfolio with a powerful solution for measurement and detection tasks in hygienically sensitive areas. Thanks to wintec (wenglor interference-free technology) and a seal-to-counter design, the sensor prevents contamination from accumulating in the housing area. This makes it particularly suitable for applications in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries.

The P2PY111 in stainless steel housing is suitable for use directly over open food as well as pharmaceutical applications. The high reception sensitivity enables reliable detection even with very weak signals. As a result, the sensor also reliably detects dark or shiny objects as well as objects at extreme angles. As there are no gaps in the housing, potential dirt nests are consistently avoided – a decisive advantage over traditional washdown sensors. 

Consistently Designed for Hygiene
Every detail of the P2PY111 is designed for use in hygienic areas: permanently easy-to-read labeling by direct lasering, a special TPE cable that is robust and resistant to cleaning agents, a teach-in key made of FDA-compliant silicone and an immovable optical lens made of robust PMMA. The cable connection is equipped with an IP69K cable gland and a food-grade blue seal. Suitable clamps and holders are available for hygienic mounting – including a mounting console, a mounting console with angle compensation up to 10° and a mounting clamp with hygienic screws in the scope of delivery.

Applications in the Pharmaceutical and Food Industry
The P2PY111 is particularly suitable for industries with high hygiene requirements. In the pharmaceutical industry, it reliably detects transparent bags, while in the food and beverage industry it impresses with object detection directly over open products.

The Highlights at a Glance:

• Working range 50 mm to 10,000 mm
• Highly insensitive to ambient light up to 100,000 lux
• Rugged stainless steel housing with IP69K protection
• High temperature resistance in the range from –40 °C to +55 °C
• Resistant to cleaning agents thanks to ECOLAB® approval for reliable use in washdown areas and harsh ambient conditions
• FDA compliant for use in the food industry
• Captive optical lens made of robust PMMA
• IO-Link V1.1