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Eaton Comet Series Through-Beam Photoelectric Sensor, Forward Viewing

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Model: 12100A6517

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Eaton Comet Series Through-Beam Photoelectric Sensor, Forward Viewing

The Eaton Comet Series Through-Beam Photoelectric Sensor is a tubular photoelectric sensor engineered for forward-viewing, through-beam object detection in demanding industrial environments. Built with a durable polyurethane foam (RIM) enclosure, this sensor operates on a 10-30 Vdc input and features an Output ON LED indicator for at-a-glance status monitoring. Rated NEMA 1, NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, NEMA 13, and IP69K, and carrying a UL Recognized listing, it is designed for reliable performance across washdown, wet, and dusty applications.

Key Features

  • Sensor Type: Through-beam sensing configuration with forward viewing orientation for accurate object detection.
  • Compact Construction: Polyurethane foam (RIM) enclosure measuring .47 in wide, 2.55 in in length/depth, and .71 in in height for a low-profile tubular form factor.
  • Input Voltage: 10-30 Vdc input voltage supports flexible integration with standard DC control systems.
  • Contact Configuration: NPN and PNP open collector outputs with a maximum DC current of 100 mA PNP / 250 mA NPN.
  • Contact Rating: 100 mA PNP, 250 mA NPN at 10-30 Vdc for dependable switching performance.
  • Short-Circuit Protection: Auto reset short circuit protection helps safeguard the sensor circuit during fault conditions.
  • Operating Temperature Range: Rated from -4 °F to 158 °F for use across a wide range of ambient conditions.
  • Cable: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) cable with a 79.2 ft cord length for flexible routing to controllers, plus an Output ON LED indicator for visual status feedback.

Certifications & Compliance

  • UL Recognized
  • NEMA 1, NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, and NEMA 13 rated
  • IP69K rated

Technical Specifications

  • Warranty: 3 year
  • Department: Electrical
  • Product Type: Electrical Component

Typical Applications

  • Industrial Automation and Process Control
  • Conveyor and Material Handling Systems
  • Machine Safety and Object Detection
  • Wet-Location and Washdown Environments
  • Packaging and Assembly Line Equipment

Why Eaton?

Eaton's Comet Series photoelectric sensors combine a rugged polyurethane foam (RIM) enclosure with UL Recognized performance and multi-NEMA and IP69K environmental ratings, making them a dependable choice for washdown, wet, and industrial control environments. With NPN/PNP open collector outputs, auto reset short circuit protection, and a 3-year warranty, this sensor delivers code-compliant, reliable detection performance for professional automation and controls work.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Contact configuration:
NPN and PNP open collector
Protection:
Auto reset short circuit
Warranty:
3 year
Certifications:
UL Recognized
LED indicator:
Output ON
Sensor type:
Through beam
Series:
Comet
Cord length:
79.2 ft
Product Height:
.71 in
Cable type:
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Enclosure material:
Polyurethane foam (RIM)
Input voltage:
10-30 Vdc
Operating temperature - max:
158 °F
Operating temperature - min:
-4 °F
Department:
Electrical
Product Type:
Photoelectric Sensor
Product Width:
.47 in
Maximum DC current:
100 mA PNP, 250 mA NPN
Amperage Rating:
100 mA PNP, 250 mA NPN at 10-30 Vdc
Product Material:
Polyurethane Foam (RIM)
Voltage Rating:
10-30 Vdc
Listing:
UL Recognized
Standards:
IP69K
Configuration:
Through-Beam
Product Group:
Wiring Devices

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