MB7062 XL-MaxSonar-WR1 MaxBotix Ultrasonic Sensor MaxBotix

MB7062 XL-MaxSonar-WR1 MaxBotix Ultrasonic Sensor

Ranges from 20cm to 765cm with a 10Hz read rate. Pulse-width, analog voltage, and RS232 serial. Reports range to the closest target. Uses a stability filter.

MB7062 is the new, weather resistant, field-hardened WR1 from Maxbotix. The XL series of this sensor features higher resolution, longer range, higher power output and better calibration when compared to the LV version.

The WR1 uses a robust PVC housing, is designed to meet IP67 water intrusion, and matches standard electrical ¾” PVC pipe fittings. The sensor provides very accurate readings from 0 to 765cm (0 to 25.1ft) with 1cm resolution. This sensor can be powered with anywhere between 3.3 and 5VDC.

Range information can be gathered through one of three methods – analog, serial, or PWM – all of which are active at the same time. The analog output will produce a voltage proportional to the measured distance, with a sensitivity of (Vcc/1024)V/cm. The serial interface is simple and formatted to RS-232, with voltages ranging from 0 to Vcc and terminal settings of 9600-8-N-1. Finally, the PWM pin outputs a pulse-width representation of the range with a scale factor of 58us/cm.

High output acoustic power combined with continuously variable gain, real‑time background automatic calibration, real‑time waveform signature analysis, and noise rejection algorithms results in virtually noise free distance readings. This holds true even in the presence of many of the various acoustic or electrical noise sources. The XL‑MaxSonar-WR sensors are factory calibrated to match narrow sensor beam patterns and provide reliable long range detection zones.

MB7052 is an advanced filtered version of this sensor.
MB7060 is the standard version of this sensor.
MB7072 is an analog envelope output version of this sensor.

Models with additional chemical resistance are available

The F-Option design modification provides Maxbotix weather resistant sensors with extra protection against corrosive chemical environments. Ask for the F-Option when ordering.

Product Specifications

• Resolution of 1 cm
• 10Hz read rate
• 42kHz Ultrasonic sensor measures distance to objects
• RoHS Compliant
• Read from all 3 select sensor outputs: Analog Voltage, Serial, Pulse Width
• Operates from 3.0-5.5V
• Low 3.4mA average current requirement
• Small, light weight module
• Designed for easy integration into your project or product
• Operational Temperature from -40˚C to +70˚C (-40˚F to +160˚F)
• Real-time automatic calibration (voltage, humidity, ambient noise)
• Firmware filtering for better noise tolerance and clutter rejection
• 200,000+ Hours Mean Time Between Failure
• Weather Resistant (IP67), optional Chemical Resistant F-Option
• Matches standard electrical 3/4-inch PVC pipe fittings for easy mounting (3/4″ National Pipe Thread Straight)
• Additional stability filter rejects occasional anomalous readings
• Maximum range of 765 cm (300 inches)
• Long range, narrow detection zone

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