Pepperl+Fuchs MWC25M Radar Sensor Overview
The Pepperl+Fuchs MWC25M-L2M-B16-V15 is a 122 GHz FMCW radar sensor that measures distance from 0.5 to 25 m and velocity up to 80 m/s, with CANopen, IP68/IP69 protection and PL c functional safety.
Key Specifications
Specification | Pepperl+Fuchs MWC25M Radar Sensor |
Manufacturer | Pepperl+Fuchs |
Model | MWC25M-L2M-B16-V15 |
Category | Vision & sensors / Industrial radar distance sensor |
Technology | FMCW radar, 122.25 to 123 GHz |
Distance range | 0.5 to 25 m |
Velocity range | 0.1 to 80 m/s |
Resolution | 1 mm; 0.01 m/s |
Repeat accuracy | 1 mm |
Sampling rate | 1 to 200 Hz |
Opening angle | Below 12° |
Interface | CANopen |
Protection | IP68 / IP69 |
Functional safety | Up to PL c |
Temperature | -40 to 70 °C |
Weight | 180 g |
Price | From USD 820 |
Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Applications
Mobile Machines and AGVs
Cranes and Gantries
Harsh Environments
Pepperl+Fuchs MWC25M Radar Sensor Review Summary
Radar keeps working where optical sensors struggle, in dust, rain, fog and dirt. The MWC25M uses 122 GHz FMCW radar to measure distance from 0.5 to 25 m with 1 mm resolution and repeat accuracy, and speed from 0.1 to 80 m/s, at up to 200 Hz. A narrow beam under 12 degrees and a rotatable head make alignment easy. It speaks CANopen, is sealed to IP68 and IP69, works from -40 to 70 °C and supports safety functions up to PL c. At 180 g and 0.4 W it suits mobile machines. Pepperl+Fuchs lists it at $820.
Pros
Works in dust and weather
1 mm resolution
IP68/IP69
Published price
Safety up to PL c
Cons
0.5 m dead band
CANopen only on this model
Who It Is For
It fits builders of mobile and outdoor machines that need reliable distance measurement.
Full review: Pepperl+Fuchs MWC25M Radar Sensor Review: Specs and Uses of the 25 m CANopen Radar Sensor
