The DRT25C.R dynamic reference diffuse sensor is installed above the conveyor belt, which serves as a reference point. This flexible sensor detects all objects other than the conveyor belt surface. This top-down detection principle is object-independent and reliable. Thanks to its wide operating range of 450 mm, the DRT25C.R detects six- and eight-unit multipacks, whether the products are transparent or wrapped in printed film.
Only one sensor is needed per conveyor belt, regardless of the customer's application. Operators can configure it in seconds: after pressing the learn button once, the conveyor belt surface is stored as the reference value. Two learning levels offer maximum flexibility. There's no need to change settings when changing products, as the reference remains the same, meaning zero setup time. Unlike traditional diffuse reflection sensors, the container sensor is more reliable in the event of vibrations or contamination on the conveyor belt, as these are compensated for using CAT technology. Operators who need to add other functions, such as warning messages, can easily integrate them via IO-Link.
