SICK PIM60 Review: Specs, Price and Applications
Updated: 2 days ago
The SICK PIM60 is a 2D snapshot vision sensor, listed from USD 3,700. This review covers its full specifications, design, integration, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The SICK Inspector PIM60 is a configurable 2D vision sensor with a 640 x 480 px monochrome CMOS imager that runs at 40 fps and up to 200 fps. In robot cells it inspects parts for presence, completeness and dimensions and returns 2D part positions for pick and place tasks. With its integrated white ring light it works at distances from 50 mm to 200 mm and covers fields of view from 22 x 15 mm to 79 x 58 mm. The aluminum housing measures 100 x 53 x 38 mm, weighs 350 g and is rated IP67. It runs on 24 V DC and communicates via Ethernet TCP/IP and EtherNet/IP. It is listed from USD 3,700.
SICK PIM60 at a Glance
Product type: 2D snapshot vision sensor
Price: from USD 3,700
SICK PIM60 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the SICK PIM60.
Specification | SICK PIM60 |
Manufacturer | SICK |
Model | PIM60 |
Product type | 2D snapshot vision sensor |
Interfaces | Ethernet TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, web server, web API, FTP, 4 digital inputs, 3 digital outputs |
Starting price | From USD 3,700 |
Detailed Technical Data
2D snapshot vision sensor
Monochrome CMOS
640 x 480 px (0.3 MP)
40 fps, up to 200 fps
10 mm S-mount lens, manual focus
Working distance 50-200 mm, field of view 22 x 15 mm to 79 x 58 mm with integrated illumination
Integrated white ring light
Tools: object finder, blob finder, pattern, edge, circle, distance, angle, pixel counter
IP67
350 g
100 x 53 x 38 mm
24 V DC
Design and Build Quality
The PIM60 is a 2D snapshot vision sensor made by SICK. Published build data: IP67.
Integration and Compatibility
The PIM60 is connected to the robot or line controller through its published interfaces: Ethernet TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, web server, web API, FTP, 4 digital inputs and 3 digital outputs. Confirm mechanical and software compatibility with your robot model before ordering.
SICK PIM60 Applications and Use Cases
The SICK Inspector PIM60 is a configurable 2D vision sensor with a 640 x 480 px monochrome CMOS imager that runs at 40 fps and up to 200 fps. It is used in the automotive, electronics, metalworking, plastics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and logistics industries.
The right configuration depends on the part, the cycle time and the robot or line it works with, so confirm it with the supplier.
SICK PIM60 Price and Value
The SICK PIM60 is listed from USD 3,700 on All Things Cobots. Mounting kits, cabling, software options and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
IP67
Wide choice of communication interfaces
Cons
Compatibility with the robot and controller must be confirmed before ordering
Mounting, cabling and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the SICK PIM60?
The SICK PIM60 fits manufacturers and integrators who need machine vision for inspection, identification or guidance.
See the full SICK PIM60 product listing on All Things Cobots.
SICK PIM60 FAQ
How much does the SICK PIM60 cost?
The SICK PIM60 is listed from USD 3,700 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include installation or integration.
What is the SICK PIM60?
The SICK Inspector PIM60 is a configurable 2D vision sensor with a 640 x 480 px monochrome CMOS imager that runs at 40 fps and up to 200 fps.
Is the SICK PIM60 compatible with my robot?
Compatibility depends on the robot flange, payload and controller interface. Confirm it with the supplier before ordering.
Which interfaces does the SICK PIM60 support?
Published interfaces are Ethernet TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, web server, web API, FTP, 4 digital inputs and 3 digital outputs.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
