IFM O6H700 Diffuse reflection sensor with background suppression

Tired of sensors that miss objects because of bright backgrounds? The IFM O6H700 Diffuse reflection sensor with background suppression is built to see what matters and ignore the rest. It works by sending red light and measuring the reflected signal, so you get reliable detection even when the surrounding area is lit. If you need a sensor that stops false alarms and keeps your machine running smoothly, this device is the answer.

IFM O6H700 Diffuse reflection sensor with background suppression

Many factories struggle with sensors that trigger on stray light or dust, causing costly downtime. This problem matters because every false stop slows production and raises maintenance costs. The O6H700 solves it by using background suppression and a selectable light-on or dark-on mode. It filters out unwanted reflections, giving you a clear signal only when the target object is present. The result is a stable process, less troubleshooting, and higher overall efficiency.

Benefits

• Reduces false alarms caused by ambient light, keeping production steady.
• Adjustable range lets you fine-tune detection for small parts or large objects.
• IO-Link communication gives real-time data and easy integration with controllers.
• Built-in reverse polarity and short-circuit protection adds safety for operators.
• Long life expectancy (MTTF 594 years) means lower replacement costs.

Key Features

• Red 650 nm light source for reliable diffuse reflection.
• Background suppression to ignore stray reflections.
• Detection range 1 - 100 mm, adjustable via IO-Link.
• Operating voltage 10 - 30 V DC, 16 mA at 24 V.
• IP65/IP67 sealed housing for harsh environments.
• IO-Link 1.1, COM2 38.4 kBaud, generic profiled sensor.
• Maximum switching output voltage drop 2.5 V, 100 mA continuous.

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