Small Housing – Smart Core: U1KT Miniature Ultrasonic Sensors
The U1KT ultrasonic sensors are available in miniature design and can be used in both reflex and through beam mode. Their small size and light weight make them ideal for particularly confined spaces. These ultrasonic distance sensors are perfect for installation in narrow close-range situations due to their small format and minimal blind spot. They are ideally suited for detecting transparent, glossy and dark objects as well as reflective surfaces and a wide range of materials.
The Highlights at a Glance
1K miniature design
(32 × 16 × 12 mm)
(32 × 16 × 12 mm)
Reflex, through-beam or synchronous mode
Minimal blind spot
Narrowing of the sonic cone
Your Benefits
Compact and Robust
- Miniature design (32 × 16 × 12 mm) for tight spaces
- Reliable performance in extreme temperature ranges from 30 to +60 °C
- Suitable for use in challenging environments thanks to IP68 protection
Smart Communication
- Data transfer and fast sensor configuration via IO-Link 1.1
- Simple setting of switching points via teach button
Wide Range of Functions and Applications
- Available with voltage and switching output
- Reflex, through-beam or synchronous mode possible
High Performance
- Working range in reflex mode operation up to 400 mm
- Working range in through-beam mode up to 800 mm
- Accurate resolution of 0.5 mm
Application Video: Protective Foil Processing with Ultrasonic Distance Sensors
Precise detection of transparent surfaces is one of the most demanding tasks in the automation industry. To meet this challenge, Foilpuller GmbH, an expert in the processing of protective foils, relies on the powerful ultrasonic sensor U1KT001. This sensor enables reliable detection of objects regardless of their material, thickness or color and can be optimally integrated into small systems thanks to its extremely compact dimensions of only 32 × 16 × 12 mm.
Ultrasonic Technology
Function of the Sound Runtime Measurement
Ultrasonic distance sensors use the principle of sound runtime measurement. The active surface on the front part of the sensor emits ultrasonic waves that are reflected by the object and received by the sensor. The ultrasonic sensors calculates the distance to the target object by measuring the time between the emission and receipt of the sonic pulse.
Typical applications:
Typical applications:
- Distance measurement
- Fill level monitoring
Narrowing of the Sonic Cone by Soundpipe
The soundpipe narrows the sonic cone of the U1KT ultrasonic sensors. The use of the soundpipe prevents objects in the edge area of the sonic cone from being detected. Precise sound guidance enables you to precisely measure and detect small openings and boreholes as well as reliably detect fill levels in small containers.
Possible Uses for Miniature Ultrasonic Sensors
Fill Level Monitoring
Film tear monitoring
Stacking Height Monitoring
Presence Check
Other Applications
Product Overview Miniature Ultrasonic Sensors
| Product | Working range | Output | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|
| U1KT001 | Reflex sensor: 30…400 mm Through-beam sensor: 30…800 mm |
2 × PNP switching output | M8 × 1; 4-pin |
| U1KT002 | 2 × NPN switching output | M8 × 1; 4-pin | |
| U1KT003 | 2 × PNP switching output | 200 mm cable + M12 × 1; 4-pin | |
| U1KT004 | PNP antivalent switching output | M8 × 1; 4-pin | |
| U1KT006 | 1 × switching output 1 × analog output |
M8 × 1; 4-pin |
| U1KT001 | |||
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Reflex sensor:
30…400 mm Through-beam sensor: 30…800 mm |
2 × PNP switching output
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M8 × 1; 4-pin
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| U1KT002 | |||
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2 × NPN switching output
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M8 × 1; 4-pin
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| U1KT003 | |||
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2 × PNP switching output
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200 mm cable + M12 × 1; 4-pin
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| U1KT004 | |||
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PNP antivalent switching output
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M8 × 1; 4-pin
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| U1KT006 | |||
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1 × switching output
1 × analog output |
M8 × 1; 4-pin
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