SISCO stainless steel color sorting sensor features a rugged metal housing and a clear digital display. Operating on 10-30VDC, it provides switchable NPN/PNP outputs with built-in surge, overcurrent, and reverse polarity protection. Excellent anti-vibration performance ensures stable color detection.
Accurate Color and Appearance Detection
- A white LED light source with a broad wavelength range enables stable detection of color and appearance differences.
- RGB color components and brightness can be used to evaluate differences between reference and detected targets.
- Auto, C+I, C, and Super I detection modes support different color and brightness conditions.
- Background suppression and sample tuning help accommodate similar background colors and certain variations between workpieces.
Flexible Detection and Output Control
- Long-distance detection supports installation at different distances from the target.
- Adjustable light spots allow the detection area to be adapted to different target sizes and inspection conditions.
- NPN/PNP open-collector output and N.O./N.C. logic provide flexible connection and output settings.
- ON delay, OFF delay, and one-shot timer functions can control output switching according to application requirements.
Applications
SISCO stainless steel color sorting sensor is designed for automated color and appearance inspection, including thin sheet presence detection, glue presence detection, conveyor box color detection, and other industrial sorting and quality control applications.
Sheet Inspection
Metal Color Identification
Glue Detection
Box Color Detection
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| Model | SISCO-CS-207 | SISCO-CS-250 |
| Sensing Distance | 30–70 mm | 50–500 mm |
| Minimum Light Spot Diameter | Approx. 1.6 × 2.9 mm at 50 mm | Approx. Ø3.5 mm at 100 mm; Approx. Ø9 mm at 250 mm; Approx. Ø20 mm at 500 mm |
| Response Time | 200 μs / 1 ms / 10 ms / 100 ms / 500 ms | |
| Light Source | White LED | |
| Mutual Interference Prevention | Different frequencies, up to 2 sensors | |
| Power Supply Voltage | 10–30 VDC, ripple P-P ≤10%, Class 2 or LPS | |
| Current Consumption | ≤50 mA at 24 V; ≤100 mA at 12 V | |
| Timer | OFF / ON Delay / OFF Delay / One-Shot | |
| Control Output | NPN/PNP open collector, selectable; N.O./N.C. selectable | |
| External Input | Tuning / Emitter Stop selectable | |
| Protection Circuit | Reverse polarity, power surge, output overcurrent, and output surge protection | |
| Ambient Light | Incandescent lamp ≤3,000 lx; sunlight ≤10,000 lx | |
| Ambient Temperature | -20 to +50°C, no freezing | |
| Relative Humidity | 35–85% RH, no condensation | |
| Shock Resistance | 1,000 m/s2, X/Y/Z directions, 6 times each | |
| Vibration Resistance | 10–55 Hz, double amplitude 1.5 mm, X/Y/Z directions, 2 h each | |
| Protection Rating | IP65 | |
| Material | Zinc die-cast housing, PC indicator cover, stainless steel buttons | |
| Weight | 128 g | |
Dimensions (unit: mm)
Wiring Method
Q1: What can a stainless steel color sorting sensor detect?
A1: Using a white LED light source, the stainless steel color sorting sensor can identify color differences, appearance variations, and the presence or absence of targets. It can evaluate RGB color components, brightness, or received light intensity depending on the selected detection mode.
Q2: How far can a stainless steel color sorting sensor detect a target?
A2: Detection distance depends on the model. The stainless steel color sorting sensor CS-207 covers 30–70 mm, while CS-250 supports a longer 50–500 mm range.
Q3: Can a stainless steel color sorting sensor distinguish similar colors?
A3: Yes. The stainless steel color sorting sensor provides color matching, differential detection, and sample tuning functions. Sample tuning can also accommodate certain color variations between individual workpieces.
Tips: How can detection stability be improved for a stainless steel color sorting sensor?
- For glossy targets, tilt the sensor approximately 10°–30° to reduce direct reflected light entering the receiving section. This can help prevent unstable detection caused by strong reflected light.
- Avoid direct exposure to sunlight, fluorescent lamps, or other high-frequency lighting. If unwanted light enters the receiving section or reflects from the target, reposition the sensor or add a light shield.
- Keep the target within the specified sensing range of the selected model, and maintain a suitable installation position to ensure consistent light emission and reception.
- Select an appropriate detection mode and sensitivity setting according to the target color, brightness, and required detection conditions. The sensor supports Auto, C+I, C, and Super I detection modes.
- When multiple sensors are installed close together, use different emission frequencies to reduce mutual interference and help maintain stable detection.
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