BEDOOK WS-UT Ultrasonic Web Guiding Sensor (Web Deviation Rectifying Sensor)

The WS-UT Ultrasonic Web Guiding Sensor, developed by BEDOOK—a trusted name in industrial sensor innovation—redefines precision in web deviation rectification.

Designed for demanding industrial environments, this sensor leverages ultrasonic technology to deliver unmatched accuracy in detecting web edges or centerlines.

Its compact design and advanced features make it an ideal choice for manufacturers seeking reliable, high-performance solutions to optimize web handling processes.

Whether integrated into packaging lines, textile machinery, or semiconductor production, the WS-UT ensures seamless web alignment, reducing waste and enhancing operational efficiency.

Product Features (BEDOOK WS-UT Ultrasonic Web Guiding Sensor)

As part of BEDOOK’s comprehensive web guiding product line, the WS-UT Ultrasonic Web Guiding Sensor stands out for its versatility and robustness. Unlike traditional optical sensors, its ultrasonic technology excels in detecting non-transparent materials, making it suitable for applications where other sensors might fail.

BEDOOK’s commitment to quality is evident in the sensor’s durable construction and user-centric design, which includes multiple interface options for effortless integration with existing control systems. This sensor is not just a tool—it’s a strategic asset for industries aiming to achieve precision, consistency, and cost-effectiveness in their web guiding operations.

• Ultra-High Detection Accuracy: The WS-UT sets a new standard with 0.01mm detection accuracy, ensuring precise web edge or centerline tracking. This level of precision outperforms many competitive ultrasonic sensors, which often struggle to achieve sub-millimeter accuracy. For example, in the production of medical films or precision tapes, even minor deviations can render products unusable. The WS-UT’s accuracy minimizes rejects, saving both time and materials.
• Dual Output Flexibility: With CAN-Bus and analogue outputs (0-5V/10V/20mA), the WS-UT adapts to diverse control systems. CAN-Bus enables high-speed, error-resistant communication for advanced automation setups, while analogue outputs simplify integration with legacy PLCs. This dual functionality eliminates the need for custom adapters, a common pain point with single-output sensors.
• Material Agnostic Detection: Unlike infrared or laser sensors, the WS-UT’s ultrasonic technology excels on non-transparent, textured, or uneven surfaces, such as cardboard, rubber, or woven fabrics. Competitors’ optical sensors often fail on dark or absorbent materials, but the WS-UT’s ultrasonic waves penetrate surface variations, ensuring reliable detection in challenging applications.
• Modular Interface Design: The sensor offers RJ45, flight plug, and cable interfaces, allowing installers to choose the most suitable connection for their setup. RJ45 is ideal for high-speed data networks, while flight plugs and cables suit environments requiring quick disconnects or flexible routing. This modularity reduces installation complexity compared to sensors with fixed interfaces.
• Robust Environmental Performance: With an IP50-rated controller and IP67-rated sensing head, the WS-UT withstands dust, moisture, and mechanical vibrations. Its operating temperature range of -10°C to +60°C ensures reliability in harsh industrial settings, such as packaging lines near cooling systems or textile mills with high-humidity environments where less durable sensors might degrade over time.
• User-Friendly Calibration: The built-in calibration key and LED indicators simplify setup and troubleshooting. Operators can quickly adjust sensitivity or zero the sensor without specialized tools, reducing downtime during material changes. This contrasts with competitors’ sensors, which often require proprietary software or complex manual adjustments.

Product Parameters

Product Applications

• Packaging Industry: Ideal for guiding films, papers, and laminates in packaging lines to ensure precise alignment during cutting, sealing, and winding, reducing material waste and improving product consistency.
• Textile Manufacturing: Suitable for tracking edges of woven, non-woven, or elastic fabrics in processes like slitting, rolling, and dyeing, ensuring uniform tension and minimizing defects in textiles of varying textures.
• Paper & Pulp Production: Effective in guiding large paper rolls and sheets with inconsistent moisture or texture, preventing misalignment in corrugated board, newsprint, and specialty paper manufacturing.
• Semiconductor & Electronics: Used to accurately position thin films, tapes, and flexible PCBs in semiconductor packaging and electronics assembly, where sub-millimeter precision is critical for component placement and quality.
• Rubber & Plastics Processing: Well-suited for guiding rubber sheets, plastic films, and extruded materials in production lines, ensuring proper alignment during calendering, coating, and extrusion processes for consistent product dimensions.

Product Summary

The WS-UT Ultrasonic Web Guiding Sensor delivers 0.01mm accuracy via ultrasonic technology, excelling on non-transparent materials. With CAN-Bus/analogue outputs and a rugged IP67 sensing head, it ensures reliable web alignment in packaging, textiles, and more, minimizing waste and boosting efficiency.

Built with an IP50 controller and modular interfaces (RJ45/flight plug), this sensor withstands harsh environments while simplifying setup via LED indicators and calibration key. A robust, user-friendly solution for industrial web guiding across diverse applications.