Enhanced 50 compact photoelectric sensors

Sensors and limit switches

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Enhanced 50 series high-performance sensors offer flexibility, durability and high optical performance with a fully potted construction that makes these sensors ideal for use in areas subject to washdown, high shock and high vibration. Three output types, four time-delay functions, six sensing modes and four connection styles allow you to tailor the sensor to meet your exact needs.

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Core features of Enhanced 50 photoelectric sensors

High optical performance models including a 152m (500ft) thru-beam and a 3m (10ft) diffuse reflective unit
Output options include a 3A single-pole double throw (SPDT) relay
All units offer light/dark selection
Logic options include ON-delay, OFF-delay, ON/OFF-delay and one-shot delay
Fibre-optic sensors operate in thru-beam or diffuse reflective mode, depending on the fibre-optic cable selected

Fully potted construction for use in areas subject to washdown, high shock and/or vibration
Choice of pre-wired power cable, built-in mini-connector, built-in micro-connector and pigtail micro-connector versions. Standard pre-wired cable length is 2m (6ft)
Variety of brackets available including ball swivel

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Specifications

Product selection guide

Enhanced 50 series sensors

Sensing types and ranges

Thru-beam: 61 and 152 metres (200 and 500 feet)
Reflex: 9m (30ft)
Polarised reflex: 5m (16ft)
Diffuse reflective: 1.5 and 3 metres (5 and 10 feet)
Clear object detector: 1143mm (45in)
Infrared fibre optic: range varies with fibre
Visible fibre optic: range varies with fibre

Product features

High optical performance including 3m (10ft) diffuse and 152m (500ft) thru-beam versions
Output options include a high-current 10-amp SPDT relay
Built-in light/dark selection on all models
Logic options include ON-delay, OFF-delay and one-shot delay
Multiple connector and cable options
Industry-standard package size

Technical data and specifications

Operating voltage – 24–240 Vac and 12–240 Vdc; 10–40 Vdc
Output function – selectable light or dark operation
Maximum load current – DC units: 250 mA, AC/DC units: 300 mA to 10A
Enclosure ratings – IP67, IP69
Response time range – DC operation: 2 ms, AC operation: 15 ms

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Enhanced 50 photoelectric sensors