
Pepperl Fuchs ML4.2-8-H-20-IR-4549
Background suppression sensor
- MPN
- ML4.2-8-H-20-IR-4549
- Category
- Diffuse Mode Sensors
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What is the Pepperl Fuchs ML4.2-8-H-20-IR-4549?
Dual sensor with two Light spots
Precise background suppression
Very small black-white difference
Highly visible LEDs for Power-On, switching status, short-circuit, and undervoltage
Metal-reinforced fastening holes
Tamper-proof version with no adjustments
Push-pull output
Background suppression sensor, Dual sensor with two Light spots, Precise background suppression, Very small black-white difference, Highly visible LEDs for Power-On, switching status, short-circuit, and undervoltage, Metal-reinforced fastening holes
Specifications
General specifications
| Order code (Pepperl+Fuchs part number) | 220405 |
| Detection range | 7 ... 20 mm |
| Detection range max. | 5 ... 25 mm |
| Background suppression | starts from 25 mm |
| Light source | 2 IRED |
| Light type | modulated infrared light , 880 nm |
| Black-white difference (6 %/90 %) | approx. 1 mm |
| Diameter of the light spot | 2 light spots: size 2.5 mm distance 5 mm at 20 mm |
| Opening angle | approx. 5 ° |
| Ambient light limit: Continuous light | 40000 Lux |
| Ambient light limit: Modulated light | 5000 Lux |
| Lifecycle | Active (current Pepperl+Fuchs product) |
Functional safety related parameters
| MTTFd | 1940 a |
| Mission Time (TM) | 20 a |
| Diagnostic Coverage (DC) | 0 % |
Indicators/operating means
| Operation indicator | LED green, statically lit Power on , Undervoltage indicator: Green LED, pulsing (approx. 0.8 Hz) , short-circuit : LED green flashing (approx. 4 Hz) |
| Function indicator | LED yellow: lights when object is detected |
Electrical specifications
| Operating voltage | 10 ... 30 V DC UB |
| Ripple | 10 % |
| No-load supply current | < 20 mA I0 |
Output
| Switching type | light/dark on electrically switchable |
| Signal output | Push-pull output, short-circuit protected, reverse polarity protected |
| Switching voltage | max. 30 V DC |
| Switching current | max. 100 mA |
| Voltage drop | ≤ 2.5 V DC Ud |
| Switching frequency | 500 Hz f |
| Response time | 1 ms |
Conformity
| Product standard | EN 60947-5-2 |
Compliance with standards and directives
| Standard conformity: Shock and impact resistance | IEC / EN 60068. half-sine, 40 g in each X, Y and Z directions |
| Standard conformity: Vibration resistance | IEC / EN 60068-2-6. Sinus. 10 -150 Hz, 5 g in each X, Y and Z directions |
Approvals and certificates
| CE conformity | yes |
| UL approval | cULus Listed |
| CCC approval | CCC approval / marking not required for products rated ≤36 V |
Ambient conditions
| Ambient temperature | -20 ... 60 °C (-4 ... 140 °F) |
| Storage temperature | -20 ... 75 °C (-4 ... 167 °F) |
Mechanical specifications
| Degree of protection | IP67 / IP69K |
| Connection | 2 m fixed cable |
| Material: Housing | ABS |
| Material: Optical face | glass pane |
| Material: Cable | PUR |
| Mass | approx. 50 g |
| Dimensions: Height | 31.4 mm |
| Dimensions: Width | 13.9 mm |
| Dimensions: Depth | 18 mm |
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Downloads & documentation
Official documents from Pepperl Fuchs, downloaded directly from the manufacturer.
Data sheets & manuals
ML4.2-8-H-20-IR-4549: frequently asked questions
When can ML4.2-8-H-20-IR-4549 be shipped?
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Can I pick up ML4.2-8-H-20-IR-4549 in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
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