Overview & Technology:
The Leuze PRK 96M/A-3410-44 Polarized Retro-Reflective Photoelectric Sensor belongs to the heavy-duty Series 96M family engineered by Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG (Germany). Specifically developed for the most demanding industrial applications requiring extreme mechanical ruggedness and dependable long-range sensing, the sensor utilizes visible red LED light integrated with a precision polarization filter. This optical architecture completely eliminates false detections caused by shiny target surfaces, reflective metal objects, or wrapped stretch films.

Key Features & Highlights:
• Ultra-Rugged Zinc Die-Cast Metal Housing: Provides maximum mechanical protection against heavy physical impacts, industrial vibrations, and harsh workshop environments.
• Long-Range Sensing Performance: Capable of detection spans up to 18 m (when paired with standard Leuze TKS 100x100 reflectors), ideal for wide conveyor gates and automated warehouse aisles.
• Precision Polarization Filtering: Confidently discriminates between light reflected from designated prism reflectors and spurious direct reflections from shiny workpieces.
• Multi-Color Diagnostic LED Array: Equipped with high-visibility LEDs for power status, alignment reserve, and switching output states, allowing intuitive alignment even over long operating spans.
• High Ambient Light Immunity: Integrated optical filtering prevents interference from plant lighting and sunlight reflections.

Durability & Heavy-Duty Construction:
Boasting IP67 and IP69K ingress protection ratings, the sensor easily withstands high-pressure washdowns, industrial dust buildup, mechanical cutting fluids, and extreme temperatures from -40°C to +60°C.

Practical Value for QA/QC:
Deploying the Leuze PRK 96M/A-3410-44 guarantees continuous 24/7 conveyor and warehouse operations by preventing housing damage and eliminating false-detection line stops, ensuring dependable logistics flow and low maintenance costs.

• Manufacturer: Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG
• Product Category: Heavy-Duty Metal Polarized Retro-Reflective Photoelectric Sensor
• Model Code: PRK 96M/A-3410-44 (PRK96M/A-3410-44)
• Series: Series 96M (Rugged Metal Housing)
• Country of Origin: Germany
• Operating Principle: Retro-reflective with polarization filter
• Light Source: Visible Red LED (~660 nm)
• Operating Range (Sensing Distance): 0.1 ... 18 m (with standard reflector)
• Supply Voltage: 10 ... 30 V DC (including residual ripple)
• Output Type: Transistor Push-pull / PNP / NPN (Light-on / Dark-on selectable)
• Switching Frequency: Up to 500 Hz
• Response Time: ≤ 1 ms
• Connection Interface: M12 circular connector or terminal compartment
• Ingress Protection Rating: IP67 / IP69K (dust-tight and high-pressure washdown resistant)
• Housing Material: Die-cast zinc with industrial protective coating, optical glass window
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +60°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +70°C