Leuze HT23/2 50138442 Diffuse Sensor with Background Suppression
The HT23/2 is a high-precision Diffuse Sensor with Background Suppression (Part No. 50138442) by Leuze, featuring selective background suppression, fast switching response, and compact industrial design. The Leuze Diffuse Sensor series ensures accurate detection of objects while ignoring background surfaces, supporting seamless integration into automated systems.
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product | Diffuse Sensor with Background Suppression |
| Model Number | HT23/2 |
Leuze HT23/2 50138442 Diffuse Sensor with Background Suppression - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Design | Cubic |
| Operating principle | Diffuse reflection principle with background suppression |
| Sensing Distance | 0.005 ... 0.4 m |
| Beam path | Focused |
| Wavelength | 645 nm |
| Light Source | LED, Red |
| Supply Voltage | 10 ... 30 V, DC, Incl. residual ripple |
| Switching Frequency | 1,000 Hz |
| Connection Type | Cable |
| Housing Material | Plastic |
| Plastic housing | PC-ABS |
| Operating Temperature | -40 ... 60 °C |
| Ambient Temperature, Storage | -40 ... 70 °C |
| Degree of Protection (IP Rating) | IP 67 |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 11.4 mm x 34.2 mm x 18.3 mm |
| Type of display | LED |
| Switching principle | Light switching |
| Response time | 0.5 ms |
| Cable length | 2,000 mm |
| Sheathing material | PUR |
| Cable color | Black |
| Number of conductors | 3 -wire |
| Wire cross section | 0.14 mm² |
The HT23/2 (Part No. 50138442) operates using diffuse reflection with background suppression, emitting a light beam and detecting only objects within a defined sensing range while ignoring reflective or distant surfaces. It converts optical signals into electrical outputs, allowing precise and reliable detection for moving or stationary parts in high-speed processes.
Industrially, the HT23/2 (Part No. 50138442) is used for part presence monitoring, position verification, and quality control. Typical applications include conveyor lines, automated assembly, and packaging systems where accurate object detection without interference from background surfaces is essential to maintain product quality and process efficiency.
Engineered for demanding environments, the HT23/2 (Part No. 50138442) features robust housing, resistance to dust and ambient light interference, and stable operation across temperature variations. Its durable construction ensures long-term reliability in continuous factory operation and harsh industrial conditions.