Overview
The Sick MHT15-N4347S04A01 photoelectric sensor delivers precision object detection for factory automation and material handling applications. Part number 1040369, this retro-reflective sensor operates across diverse industrial environments where reliable sensing is critical to uptime and product quality.
Key Features
- Retro-reflective sensing technology for long-range detection
- Compact cylindrical housing suitable for tight mounting spaces
- Standard industrial connectivity (M12 or 2-meter cable options)
- Robust stainless steel construction for washdown and harsh environments
- Wide operating voltage range (10–30 VDC typical)
- PNP output configuration with configurable logic
Technical Specifications
The MHT15-N4347S04A01 operates within these general parameters typical of the MH15 family:
- Sensing range: 0.035 m to several meters (depends on reflector type)
- Supply voltage: 10–30 VDC
- Output: PNP, typically 100 mA maximum
- Connection: M12 3-pin or 3-wire cable, 2 m standard
- Hysteresis: Adjustable via potentiometer
- Operating temperature: -10 to +50 °C (standard range)
- Housing material: Stainless steel or plastic (N variant)
- LED indicator: Red LED for diagnostics
Typical Applications
- Material handling: Box, bag, and pallet detection on conveyors
- Assembly automation: Part presence verification and sorting
- Packaging: Carton and product detection in high-speed lines
- Warehouse logistics: Package arrival and position sensing
- Industrial control: Object identification and motion triggering in PLC-driven systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Sick MH15 sensor family (same mounting and output logic)
- Standard M12 3-pin industrial connectors
- 3-wire NPN/PNP input modules on most PLCs
- Analog and digital I/O cards supporting 10–30 VDC sensors
- Rockwell Automation CompactLogix, ControlLogix, and Micro800 with appropriate I/O modules
- Siemens S7-1200 and S7-1500 with discrete input modules
- Mitsubishi FX and Q-series PLCs with standard digital inputs
- Omron CP1 and CJ-series PLCs
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Sick MHT15 series variants with identical connector and voltage rating
- Verify exact model code (N-series vs. P-series vs. V-series) before ordering to ensure output logic and housing material match your application
Works With
- Studio 5000 (Rockwell Automation) for I/O configuration and diagnostics
- TIA Portal (Siemens) for sensor input mapping and logic
- GX Works (Mitsubishi) for discrete input assignment
- Omron Sysmac Studio for sensor integration
- EtherNet/IP and PROFINET gateways (via compatible node modules)
- Industrial Ethernet networks with standard photoelectric sensor protocols
