<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>Leuze PRK 95/44 L</strong> is a polarized retro-reflective photoelectric sensor from Leuze Electronic’s Series 95 line. Built for challenging industrial automation environments, this sensor combines robust metal housing with advanced optical detection technology to deliver consistent, reliable performance in detecting transparent films, glass, and PET materials.</p>
<h2>Key Features</h2>
<ul>
<li>Polarized retro-reflective detection with autocollimation feature for superior performance on transparent materials</li>
<li>Red LED light source for clear visibility and stable detection across industrial lighting conditions</li>
<li>Dual outputs with DARK-ON and LIGHT-ON switching modes for flexible logic integration</li>
<li>IP 67 protection rating with active ambient light suppression for operation in harsh environments</li>
<li>M12 connector interface for streamlined installation and hot-swap capability</li>
<li>Extended operating range up to 6 meters with reliable function reserves</li>
</ul>
<h2>Technical Specifications</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Sensor Type:</strong> Polarized Retro-Reflective Photoelectric</li>
<li><strong>Operating Range:</strong> 0–6 meters</li>
<li><strong>Light Source:</strong> Red LED</li>
<li><strong>Output Type:</strong> PNP</li>
<li><strong>Output Current:</strong> 35 mA (max)</li>
<li><strong>Switching Modes:</strong> DARK-ON / LIGHT-ON selectable</li>
<li><strong>Connector:</strong> M12, 4-pin</li>
<li><strong>Protection Rating:</strong> IP 67 / IP 69K</li>
<li><strong>Special Features:</strong> Autocollimation, Active Ambient Light Suppression (A/2 LS)</li>
<li><strong>Housing:</strong> Robust metal with glass optics</li>
<li><strong>Part Number:</strong> 50034511</li>
</ul>
<h2>Typical Applications</h2>
<ul>
<li>Detection of highly transparent bottles and PET containers on production lines</li>
<li>Glass and transparent film detection in packaging automation</li>
<li>Material sorting and quality control for transparent materials</li>
<li>Conveyor systems with glass or film product handling</li>
<li>Food and beverage processing lines requiring reliable transparent object detection</li>
<li>Environments requiring IP 67+ protection (washdown, dusty, or wet areas)</li>
</ul>
<h2>Compatibility & Replacements</h2>
<h3>Compatible With</h3>
<ul>
<li>Industrial PLC and controller systems with PNP input modules</li>
<li>Standard 24 VDC industrial automation networks</li>
<li>M12 connector–compatible industrial sensor hubs and distribution blocks</li>
<li>Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, and Schneider automation platforms</li>
</ul>
<h3>Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For</h3>
<ul>
<li>Other Leuze PRK 95-series sensors with matching M12 pinout and 24 VDC supply</li>
<li>Legacy retroreflective photoelectric sensors with equivalent PNP output configuration</li>
<li>Verify exact model compatibility with your system integrator or Leuze documentation before ordering.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Works With</h3>
<ul>
<li>M12 industrial connectors (4-pin A-code standard)</li>
<li>PNP-compatible digital input modules and I/O expansion cards</li>
<li>EtherNet/IP and PROFINET sensor networks via protocol gateways</li>
<li>Standard 24 VDC industrial power supplies</li>
</ul>
