Onboard measurement tools process the profile and deliver results in physical units (mm, degrees) directly to your PLC or control system. No external software, no vision controller needed at the machine.

• Up to 12 measurement tools onboard
• Up to 7 tools active simultaneously
• Profile Matcher for teach-in OK/NOK
• ROI tracking for moving parts
• Results output via Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, IO-Link, analog, switching

Outputs raw 2D point cloud profile data via UDP or SDK to an external PC or vision system. Best when custom algorithms or higher-level vision software will handle the analysis.

• Full raw profile via UDP or OX-Line SDK
• Same housing and PoE connectivity as OXM
• Integrated web server for alignment and config
• Lower list price than OXM equivalents

A streamlined variant focused on edge detection with direct switching output. Suited for presence/absence detection, position control, and basic height tasks where the full OXM toolset is not required.

• Direct switching output — simple PLC integration
• IO-Link for parameterization and data
• Same compact housing as OXM/OXP
• Most cost-effective entry point in the OX series

Height Checks on Assembly Parts

Verify component presence and correct seating height relative to a datum in electronics, automotive, and mechanical assembly lines.

Gap & Flush Measurement

Measure panel-to-panel gaps and flush in automotive body construction — a primary use case for OXM200-R10 and B20 with wide fields of view.

Robot Positioning & Pick-and-Place

Control and position feed parts on conveyors with varying orientation. ROI tracking handles positional variation without precise fixturing.

Weld Seam Inspection

Measure weld bead width, height, and cross-sectional area. Blue laser variants (B02, B20) are preferred on metallic surfaces where red laser speckle degrades accuracy.

Inline OK/NOK Inspection

Use OXM Profile Matcher to teach-in good part profiles and set tolerance windows for high-speed go/no-go decisions — up to 800 Hz profile acquisition rate.

Tongue-and-Groove & Joint Inspection

Inspect dimensional accuracy of interlocking joints on flooring planks, connectors, and mechanical assemblies based on height profile evaluation.

What is the difference between the Baumer OXM, OXP, and OXS profile sensors?

OXM (Multitools & Profile): Onboard measurement tools deliver processed results in physical units directly to your PLC — height, width, gap, angle, circle, and more. No external vision controller needed. OXP (Profile Output): Outputs raw 2D point cloud data via SDK or UDP to an external PC or system. Best when custom algorithms are required. OXS (Edge/Switching): Simplified edge detection with switching output for presence detection and basic positioning at lower cost.

What is the difference between OX100 and OX200 series sensors?

OX200 sensors are Laser Class 2 with higher Z-resolution (down to 5 µm) and include the full measurement tool set including Profile Matcher. OX100 sensors are Laser Class 1 — eye-safe without administrative laser safety controls — at somewhat lower resolution and lower list price. Both share the same compact housing and connectivity options.

When should I choose a blue laser OX sensor over a red laser?

Blue laser variants (405 nm — B02, B20) reduce speckle noise on shiny, metallic, polished, or chrome-plated surfaces. They perform better on weld seams, machined aluminum, and electroplated parts where red laser speckle would degrade accuracy. Red laser variants (660 nm — R05, R10) are general-purpose and suited to matte, painted, or non-reflective surfaces.

What communication protocols do Baumer OX series sensors support?

OXM and OXS variants include Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, IO-Link, UDP, analog output, and digital switching outputs — all built in. OXP variants provide raw profile data via UDP and the OX-Line SDK. All sensors use Power-over-Ethernet: one cable for power and data.

How are Baumer OX sensors set up and configured?

All OX series sensors include an integrated web server. Connect a laptop to the Ethernet port and open the browser-based interface for live profile visualization, measurement tool configuration, and parameterization — no software installation required. The Baumer Sensor Suite software is available for advanced setup and multi-sensor management.

What is the Profile Matcher tool on OXM sensors?

Profile Matcher allows you to teach-in a known good part profile and define tolerance windows directly via the web interface. The sensor then compares each scanned profile to the reference and outputs a direct switching signal for inline OK/NOK inspection — no external software or vision controller required.