Sick WS12L-D4381 Light Barrier

The light barrier, also known as a light grid, photosensor or optosensor, with type number WS12L-D4381 from Sick is an electrical light sensor for applications in industrial automation. The device has the dimensions 6 x 2 x 5 cm and weighs 0.085 kg. Light barriers are used for contactless presence detection and position monitoring of objects in industrial processes by emitting and receiving light beams. Typical applications are found in conveyor technology for material flow control and in packaging machines for product positioning and counting of goods.