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SICK OD200: Micron-Level Precision, Easily Overcoming Complex Surface Measurement Challenges

Published by: EFFSEN | HONGKONG | Date: 2025-07-21

With a sampling rate of up to 3 kHz, the SICK OD200 displacement sensor can steadily output fast and accurate distance readings, even when dealing with extremely difficult-to-measure surfaces such as carbon fiber and polished metal.

In the field of industrial measurement, laser displacement sensors often "fail" due to high-gloss metals, uneven plastics, or poor lighting conditions. The newly launched OD200 from SICK is specifically designed to tackle short-distance measurement challenges on complex surfaces. It is a practical and easy-to-integrate ideal solution for scenarios where traditional sensors struggle to perform. In industrial production environments, the accuracy and reliability of measurement directly determine whether the production process can run smoothly. The OD200 is a high-performance solution tailored for this purpose.

The OD200 integrates a newly developed triangulation core, an advanced dynamic signal receiver, and an optimized optical system, enabling it to achieve repeatable micron-level measurement accuracy on a variety of different surface types. Its compact body design supports IO-Link, analog signal, and digital signal outputs, making the setup process quick and easy while still allowing for seamless integration into various systems. Moreover, it can meet the stringent requirements for fast and stable performance in high-precision applications.

Stable and Reliable Measurement on Complex Surfaces

Today's production lines are filled with complex and difficult-to-measure surfaces, ranging from high-gloss metals and dark plastics to textured materials. These surfaces often cause problems for traditional displacement sensors, especially under poor lighting conditions or when there is reflection interference. The OD200 successfully breaks through these limitations with its innovative triangulation core and advanced signal evaluation algorithms. Whether measuring on carbon fiber, die-cast aluminum alloys, or finely textured surfaces, the OD200 can provide consistently accurate results for users. Equipped with a high-resolution signal receiver and optimized light spot geometry, it can precisely detect surfaces with low reflectivity and maintain excellent measurement accuracy even in bright or cluttered environments. This high degree of reliability effectively reduces product rework and error rates, significantly improves the stability of the overall production process, and greatly minimizes production downtime caused by missing readings or signal interference.

High-Speed Operation and Convenient Setup

The OD200 is specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of industrial applications. It supports a process handling speed of up to 3 kHz and can achieve a repeat measurement accuracy of 2 µm. This sensor is available in multiple versions with measurement ranges from 25 mm to 160 mm, making it suitable for a wide range of applications such as online inspection, small part detection, and component profiling. Despite its powerful technical capabilities, the OD200 is extremely easy to operate and truly plug-and-play. It comes with preset default parameters, an intuitive menu-based operation interface, and SICK's self-developed SOPAS software, which greatly simplify the device commissioning and configuration process. Additionally, its compact body design allows it to be easily adapted to space-constrained application scenarios without compromising measurement accuracy. At the same time, the OD200 supports IO-Link as well as standard analog and digital signal outputs, enabling seamless compatibility with various industrial control architectures and facilitating flexible deployment by engineers in different automation systems.

Intelligent Integration and Real-Time Optimization

The OD200 supports intelligent diagnostic functions and provides users with detailed access to sensor data through the IO-Link interface, achieving real-time optimization and intelligent integration. Engineers can monitor key parameters such as exposure time, signal strength, and peak width in real time to comprehensively assess the sensor's performance and make dynamic adjustments to the device before environmental factors affect the measurement results. These powerful features effectively reduce the workload of manual maintenance, enabling users to adopt a more proactive predictive maintenance strategy. Whether integrated into robotic systems, high-speed conveyors, or quality assurance units, the OD200 can provide users with practical operational suggestions and highly accurate measurement data.

The SICK OD200 displacement sensor brings unprecedented confidence and assurance to short-distance distance measurement in industrial environments. With its exceptional measurement capabilities on reflective and complex surfaces, combined with a fast 3 kHz response rate and intelligent IO-Link connectivity, the OD200 perfectly meets the dual demands of high performance and flexibility in modern production lines. For engineers focused on precision-critical tasks, the OD200 is undoubtedly a practical and efficient solution. It can effectively reduce measurement errors and help enterprises ensure the stability and consistency of product quality from the source of production.