Ultrasonic fork sensor | 50142872
Leuze IGSU14E/1WT.3-M12 (50142872) is a ultrasonic fork sensor. Fork width: 4 mm; Supply voltage: 18 … 30 V, DC; Output 1: Transistor, Push-pull; Connection: Connector / M12 / 5 -pin.
Technical specifications
Basic data
| Series | 14 |
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| Principle of physics | Ultrasonics |
| Application | Detection of non-transparent labels | Detection of transparent labels |
| Label width, min. | 4 mm |
| Label gap, min. | 2 mm |
| Medium | Transparent and not transparent |
Special version
| Special version | ALC function (tracking) | Manual fine tuning of the switching threshold | Teach input | Warning output | easyTeach function |
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Electrical data
| Protective circuit | Polarity reversal protection | Short circuit protected |
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Performance data
| Supply voltage UB | 18 … 30 V, DC |
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| Residual ripple | 0 … 10 %, From UB |
| Open-circuit current | 0 … 60 mA, Typical value |
Inputs
| Number of teach inputs | 1 Piece(s) |
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Teach inputs
| Type | Teach input |
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| Voltage type | DC |
| Switching voltage | high: ≥9V | low: ≤ 2 V |
| Input resistance | 15,000 Ω |
Teach input 1
| Active switching state | High |
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Outputs
| Number of digital switching outputs | 2 Piece(s) |
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Switching outputs
| Type | Digital switching output |
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| Voltage type | DC |
| Switching current, max. | 100 mA |
| Switching voltage | high: ≥(UB | -2V) | low: ≤ 2 V |
| Load capacity | 0.01 µF |
Switching output 1
| Switching element | Transistor, Push-pull |
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| Switching principle | IO-Link / NPN light switching (switching in the gap), PNP dark switching (switching on the label) |
Switching output 2
| Switching element | Transistor, Push-pull |
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| Switching principle | active low (normal operation high, event case low) |
Time behavior
| Switching frequency | 2,000 Hz |
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| Response time | 0.2 ms |
| Readiness delay | 300 ms |
| Max. conveyor speed during teach-in | 50 m/min |
Interface
| Type | IO-Link |
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IO-Link
| COM mode | COM3 |
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| Profile | Smart sensor profile |
| Min. cycle time | COM3 = 0.5 ms |
| Frame type | 2.5 |
| Specification | V1.1 |
| Device ID | 2511 |
| SIO-mode support | Yes |
Connection
| Number of connections | 1 Piece(s) |
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Connection 1
| Function | Signal IN | Signal OUT | Voltage supply |
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| Type of connection | Connector |
| Thread size | M12 |
| Type | Male |
| Material | Metal |
| No. of pins | 5 -pin |
| Encoding | A-coded |
| Plug outlet | Horizontal (parallel to belt movement) |
Mechanical data
| Design | Fork |
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| Mouth width | 4 mm |
| Mouth depth | 80 mm |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 22 mm x 46.9 mm x 96 mm |
| Housing material | Metal |
| Metal housing | Diecast zinc, galvanic nickel coating |
| Net weight | 270 g |
| Housing color | Silver |
| Type of fastening | Mounting thread | Through-hole mounting |
Operation and display
| Type of display | LED |
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| Number of LEDs | 4 Piece(s) |
| Operational controls | Control buttons |
| Function of the operational control | Dynamic teach on label carrier and label |
Environmental data
| Ambient temperature, operation | 0 … 60 °C |
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| Ambient temperature, storage | -40 … 70 °C |
Certifications
| Degree of protection | IP 65 |
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| Protection class | III |
| Approvals | c UL US |
| Standards applied | EN 60947-5-2:2007+A1:2012 |
| US patents | US 6,314,054 B |
Application and product selection
Evaluate label and carrier materials, minimum label gap and fork opening together. Confirm transparent-label suitability from the exact model specifications.
- Match the full model and part number before ordering.
- Check supply voltage, output function and connection against the machine requirements.
- Use the manufacturer pin assignment and installation instructions for this exact device.
Installation and commissioning
- Qualified personnel should install and wire the device with the machine in a safe, isolated state.
- Validate detection with actual targets and the intended production speed.
- Inspect the sensing face, cable routing and mounting; repeat the functional check after maintenance.
Automation engineering support
Share the full model, part number and application conditions for product selection, technical supply and commissioning support. Price, stock, delivery time and accessory scope are confirmed with the quotation.
Technical source: Leuze 50142872 official product record.
