Pepperl+Fuchs ML20-8-W-100/102/115 Photoelectric Sensor

Description:

The Pepperl+Fuchs ML20-8-W-100/102/115 Photoelectric Sensor is used in industrial automation systems to detect the presence, absence, or position of objects without physical contact. Commonly installed in conveyors, packaging machinery, material handling equipment, and manufacturing systems requiring reliable object detection and positioning feedback. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this sensor for machine repairs, automation upgrades, expansion projects, and replacement of worn sensing devices. The ML20 series is designed for dependable operation in demanding industrial environments with high switching reliability.

Applications:

The Pepperl+Fuchs ML20-8-W-100/102/115 photoelectric sensor is commonly used in conveyor systems, packaging equipment, palletizing machines, assembly lines, and material handling systems where non-contact object detection and positioning are required. The compact rectangular housing and industrial-grade construction make it suitable for OEM machinery and retrofit automation projects.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer part number (MPN): ML20-8-W-100/102/115
• Manufacturer: Pepperl+Fuchs
• Product type: Photoelectric sensor
• Sensor type: Diffuse photoelectric sensor
• Sensing method: Optical object detection
• Series: ML20
• Housing style: Rectangular compact housing
• Light source: Visible red LED
• Sensing range: 100 mm nominal
• Output type: PNP transistor output typical
• Supply voltage: 10 to 30 VDC typical
• Connection type: Cable or connector depending on variant
• Response time: Fast switching response for automation applications
• Protection rating: IP67 typical
• Housing material: Plastic industrial housing
• Mounting type: Bracket or panel mount
• Operating temperature: Industrial temperature range
• Application: Presence detection and positioning
• Service application: Repair and replacement component
• Country of origin: Germany.

Common Replacements:

• Pepperl+Fuchs ML20-8-H-100/102/115 Photoelectric Sensor
• Pepperl+Fuchs MLV20 Series Photoelectric Sensor
• Banner QS18 Series Photoelectric Sensor