SCXL-MaxSonar-WR Series Ultrasonic Sensor MB7560, MB7563, MB7566, MB7569, MB7580 - MB7583, MB7586, MB7589

Product Specification

SCXL-MaxSonar-WR/WRC Series
Self-Cleaning, High Resolution, IP67 Weather Resistant, Ultrasonic Sensor
MB7560, MB7563, MB7566, MB7567, MB7569, MB7580, MB7583, MB7586, MB7587, MB7589

SCXL-MaxSonar-WR Series Ultrasonic Sensor Product Description
The SCXL-MaxSonar-WR/WRC sensor line includes an effective self-cleaning capability designed to reduce the impact of condensation in closed or high-moisture (dew, frost, etc.) environments. This sensor is a cost-effective solution for applications where precision range-finding, low-voltage operation, space saving, low-cost, self-cleaning, and IP67 weather resistance rating is needed. This sensor component module allows users of other, more costly precision rangefinders to lower the cost of their systems without sacrificing performance.

The SCXL-MaxSonar-WR/WRC self-cleaning sensor line provides high accuracy and high resolution ultrasonic proximity detection and ranging in air, with an IP67 weather resistant rating. This sensor line features 1-mm resolution, target-size and operating-voltage compensation for improved accuracy, superior rejection of outside noise sources, internal speed-of-sound temperature compensation and optional external speed-of-sound temperature compensation. The SCXL-MaxSonar-WR/WRC self-cleaning models are available in 5-meter or 10-meter models. This ultrasonic sensor ranges to objects from 30-cm* to maximum range. Objects closer than 30-cm* are typically reported as 30-cm*. The interface output formats are pulse width, analog voltage, and digital serial in either RS232 (MB7560 series) or TTL (MB7580 series).

Precision Ultrasonic Range Sensing
• Self-cleaning algorithm
• Reading-to-reading stability of 1-mm at 1-meter is typical
• Factory matched accuracy, typical accuracy of 1% or better
• Target size and operating voltage compensation
• Internal temperature compensation
• Optional external temperature compensation
• Determines range to largest object (MB7569 , MB7589)
• Determines range to first detectable object  (MB7560, MB7563, MB7566, MB7567, MB7580, MB7583, MB7586, MB7587)
• Excellent clutter rejection
• Added chemical resistance available

Easy to use Component Module
• Easy to use interface with distance provided in a variety of outputs
• Sensor automatically handles acoustic noise
• Small and easy to mount
• Calibrated sensor eliminates most sensor to sensor variations

Range Outputs
• Pulse width, 1uS/mm resolution
• Analog Voltage, 5-mm or 10mm resolution
• Serial, 1-mm resolution (RS232 or TTL)

SCXL-MaxSonar-WR Series Ultrasonic Sensor General Characteristics
• Low cost ultrasonic rangefinder
• 5-meters or 10-meter detection range
• Resolution of 1-mm
• Distance sensor from 30-cm to 5-meters or 50-cm to 10-meters based on model
• Excellent 2 MTBF
• Free run operation with superior noise rejection
• Operating temperature range from -40°C to +65°C 
• Operating voltage from 2.7V to 5.5V
• Current draw of ~68mA at 5V
• IP67 Rated
• Sensor should remain on and be allowed to free run for self-clean feature to operate.

SCXL-MaxSonar-WR Series Ultrasonic Sensor Applications & Uses
• Tank level measurement
• Bin level measurement
• Long range object detection
• Height monitors
• Auto sizing
• Automated factory systems

SCXL-MaxSonar-WR Series Ultrasonic Sensor Part Numbers
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