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Eaton 18mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensor, Back Ground Suppression, NPN/PNP

Eaton 18mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensor, Back Ground Suppression, NPN/PNP

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Eaton 18mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensor, Back Ground Suppression, NPN/PNP

The Eaton 18mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensor, part of the Perfect Prox Photoelectric Sensor line, is a back ground suppression sensor built for reliable object detection in demanding industrial environments. Housed in a compact Polyurethane foam (RIM) enclosure measuring .47 in wide, 2.6 in long/deep, and .71 in high, this sensor operates on a 10-30 Vdc input with NPN and PNP open collector output configuration. Rated NEMA 1, NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, NEMA 13, and IP69K, it is engineered for washdown and harsh-duty applications where dependable sensing performance is critical.

Key Features

  • Compact Tubular Design: 18mm tubular housing measuring .47 in wide, 2.6 in long/deep, and .71 in high for easy mounting in tight spaces.
  • Durable Construction: Polyurethane foam (RIM) enclosure material for long-lasting, rugged performance.
  • Back Ground Suppression Sensing: Perfect Prox Photoelectric Sensor type provides accurate detection regardless of target background.
  • Dual Output Configuration: NPN and PNP open collector contact configuration at 10-30 Vdc input voltage.
  • Contact Rating: Maximum DC current of 100 mA PNP, 250 mA NPN at 10-30 Vdc for dependable switching.
  • Auto Reset Short Circuit Protection: Built-in protection safeguards the sensor during fault conditions.
  • LED Indicator: Output ON indicator light for quick visual status confirmation.
  • Cable and Temperature Range: 79.2 ft Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) cord rated for operation from -40 °F to 158 °F.

Certifications & Compliance

  • cUL Recognized
  • NEMA 1, NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, NEMA 13 Rated
  • IP69K Rated
  • 3 Year Warranty

Technical Specifications

  • Department: Electrical
  • Warranty: 3 year
  • Product Type: Electrical Component
  • Sensor Type: Back ground suppression
  • Enclosure Material: Polyurethane foam (RIM)
  • Contact Configuration: NPN and PNP open collector
  • Cable Type: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  • Environmental Rating: NEMA 1, NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, NEMA 13, IP69K

Typical Applications

  • Industrial Automation and Machine Vision Systems
  • Object and Presence Detection on Conveyor Lines
  • Packaging and Material Handling Equipment
  • Washdown and Harsh Industrial Environments
  • Manufacturing and Process Control Panels

Why Eaton?

Eaton engineers its Perfect Prox Photoelectric Sensor line with rugged Polyurethane foam (RIM) enclosures, NPN and PNP open collector outputs, and broad NEMA and IP69K environmental ratings to withstand demanding industrial conditions. Backed by cUL Recognition and a 3 year warranty, this sensor delivers the dependable, code-compliant performance professionals expect from Eaton for critical sensing applications.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Cable Type:
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Cord Length:
79.2 ft
Department:
Electrical
Enclosure Material:
Polyurethane foam (RIM)
Operating Temperature Max:
158 °F
Product Height:
.71 in
Product Width:
.47 in
Input Voltage:
10-30 Vdc
Warranty:
3 year
Product Material:
Polyurethane Foam
Voltage Rating:
10-30 VDC
Listing:
cUL Recognized
Product Group:
Wiring Devices
Product Subgroup:
Switches
Product Type:
Photoelectric Sensor

Eaton 11100A6517 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is this sensor NPN or PNP output?
Both. The Eaton 18mm Perfect Prox sensor is supplied with NPN and PNP open collector outputs, so it wires to either a sinking or sourcing PLC input card. Switching capacity is 100 mA on the PNP output and 250 mA on the NPN output at 10-30 Vdc, which is fine for a PLC input or a small interposing relay but not for driving a contactor coil directly.
2) Can this sensor take high pressure washdown in a food plant?
It is rated IP69K along with NEMA 4, 4X, 6, 12 and 13, which is the rating set for high pressure, high temperature washdown and hosedown duty. The cord is PVC jacketed and the housing material is polyurethane foam (RIM). Operating temperature tops out at 158 degrees F, so it handles hot washdown cycles but is not a sensor for oven or furnace-adjacent mounting.
3) Why choose background suppression instead of a diffuse or retroreflective photoelectric sensor?
Background suppression sensing ignores whatever sits behind the target, so it detects an object at a set distance regardless of a shiny guard rail, a conveyor frame or a wall behind it. A plain diffuse sensor keys off returned light and can false-trigger on a bright background; a retroreflective setup needs a reflector mounted opposite, which is extra hardware and alignment. Use this Eaton Perfect Prox unit where you cannot control what is behind the part.
4) How much room do I need to mount this 18mm sensor on a conveyor frame?
The body is compact: .47 in wide, .71 in high, and 2.6 in long/deep, in an 18mm tubular format. That gives you a barrel that drops into a standard 18mm bracket or mounting hole and lets you tuck it between guarding and the product line where a rectangular block sensor will not fit.
5) Which Eaton part number do I order for the Perfect Prox version?
Two part numbers are offered: 11100A6517 for the photoelectric sensor version and 13103A6517 for the Perfect Prox version. Give the full number when ordering, since the 18mm tubular housing looks identical between them.
6) Is this sensor acceptable for a UL listed control panel build?
The Eaton 18mm photoelectric sensor is cUL Recognized, which is component recognition for use inside an end product rather than a standalone listing. For a panel shop that means it goes in as a recognized component under the panel's own listing; the environmental side is covered by the NEMA 1, 3, 4, 4X, 6, 12, 13 and IP69K ratings.
7) Can this sensor be mounted outdoors or in a freezer application?
Low end of the operating range is -40 degrees F, and the sealing set includes NEMA 3, 4X and 6, so freezer and wet outdoor mounting are within its rating. NEMA 4X also covers corrosive washdown chemicals. Upper limit is 158 degrees F.
8) What happens if the output gets shorted during a machine fault?
The sensor has auto reset short circuit protection on the output, so a shorted load trips protection rather than destroying the sensor, and it recovers on its own once the fault clears. There is also an output ON LED on the body, which is what you look at first when troubleshooting a line stop before you meter anything.
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Does the Eaton 11100A6517 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Eaton 11100A6517 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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