The ColorMax VIEW uses thru-beam technology to detect color on transparent and translucent materials such as PET bottles, glass, and films — where reflectance sensors fall short. Switching frequency up to 20 kHz and USB/RS232 configuration make the sensor ideal for high-speed packaging lines.
Type: Translucent Color Sensor
Detection Method: Color and luminosity detection
Technology: Thru-beam photoelectric color sensing
Switching Frequency: 20 kHz
Light Source: High intensity modulated white LED
Operating Range: 50–500 mm
Color Channels: Up to 4 programmable colors
Analog Outputs: 3 RGB analog outputs
Discrete Outputs: PNP/NPN
Serial Interface: USB and RS232
White Balance Adjustment: Yes
Data Output: Real-time RGB measurement data
Housing Type: M30 cylindrical industrial housing
Construction: Metal alloy housing with glass lens
Programming: PC-based configuration software
Application: Glass containers, plastic bottles, films, pharmaceutical packaging, food packaging, personal care products
Standard reflectance-based color sensors fall short with translucent and transparent materials such as PET bottles, glass, and films — light passes through them rather than bouncing back. EMX Industries' ColorMax VIEW was purpose-built for this challenge, using thru-beam color detection that sends light straight through the material instead of reflecting it.
This approach enables high-speed, inline color verification of transparent and semi-transparent products without sacrificing accuracy. With the same advanced RGB color measurement and switching frequency up to 20 kHz as the ColorMax-1000, the VIEW variant detects color deviations directly during production, reducing rejects and material loss.
The sensor is available in different range options, allowing mounting away from the production line without sacrificing detection accuracy. Like the rest of the ColorMax family, VIEW delivers analog RGB output values alongside a discrete match/no-match signal, and configuration is possible via USB or RS232 using the included Windows software.
The ColorMax VIEW is available with an operating range of 50 to 500mm, giving installers the freedom to mount the sensor at a suitable distance from the production line without losing detection accuracy. The M30 cylindrical metal housing with glass lens withstands the humid, often harsh environment of washing and packaging lines. With up to 4 programmable color channels and PNP/NPN discrete outputs alongside the analog RGB values, the sensor is easy to integrate into both simple and complex control systems.
Applications include PET bottle production, glass packaging, film and laminate manufacturing, and pharmaceutical packaging lines where consistent color control of transparent or translucent products is essential for quality assurance. In the cosmetics and personal care industry, where transparent packaging is common, the ColorMax VIEW also offers a reliable solution for inline color verification.
Request a quote from Secumatic B.V. for advice on the right ColorMax VIEW configuration for your transparent materials.
