The award-winning O1D time-of-flight sensor from market leader ifm electronic has recently been upgraded to withstand the effects of strong extraneous light sources such as the sun.

This compact and affordable sensor will still operate up to 10m, with switched or analogue signals, can happily be subjected to conditions like a bright summer’s day; that is it will not be adversely affected by 10,000 lux .

In addition to outdoor applications or installations where skylights let in direct sunshine, this feature also means that highly reflective objects will not interfere with the sensing. High visibility clothing is often needed in the workplace, but optical sensors can be very sensitive to it, over longer distances, than one might expect. Not so with the upgraded O1D.

All versions of the O1D are currently being updated, whether they are the standard combined switch and analogue, simple switching units, or the longer range 75m version. All other features, be that window functions or scalable analogue, remain as before.

ifm is committed to working closely with its customers to develop products which precisely match their needs, and the company provides expert, readily accessible technical support to help users maximise the benefits they gain from ifm products.

For further information, contact Mel Lewis, ifm electronic Ltd., Efector House, Kingsway Business Park, Oldfield Road, Hampton, Middlesex, TW12 2HD. Telephone: 020 8213-0000. Fax: 020 8213-2228. E-mail – marketing_gb@ifm.com or visit our www.ifm.com/uk