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Eaton 70 Series Photoelectric Sensor Control Module, Die Cast Aluminum

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Eaton 70 Series Photoelectric Sensor Control Module, Die Cast Aluminum

The Eaton 70 Series Photoelectric Sensor Control Module (817 Series) is a photoelectric switch control built in a die cast aluminum enclosure with screw terminal connections for reliable field wiring. It accepts a 90-130 Vac input and is rated for demanding environments, carrying NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, and NEMA 13 environmental ratings along with CSA Certification. Sensor distance depends on the remote heads used, making this module a flexible control platform for a range of photoelectric sensing applications in industrial and commercial settings.

Key Features

  • Sensor Distance: Depends on the remote heads used, allowing the module to be configured for varied sensing ranges.
  • Durable Construction: Die cast aluminum enclosure provides rugged protection for the control module in industrial environments.
  • Screw Terminal Connections: Simplifies secure field wiring and installation.
  • Input Voltage: 90-130 Vac input supports standard control power supplies.
  • Environmental Rating: NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, and NEMA 13 rated for use in wet, dusty, and washdown-prone locations.
  • Switch Type: Photoelectric switching with contact configuration that varies with the output device module used.
  • Warranty: Backed by a 3 year manufacturer warranty.

Certifications & Compliance

  • CSA Certified
  • NEMA 3 Rated
  • NEMA 4 Rated
  • NEMA 6 Rated
  • NEMA 12 Rated
  • NEMA 13 Rated

Technical Specifications

  • Enclosure Material: Die cast aluminum
  • Connection: Screw terminal
  • Product Length/Depth: 5 in
  • Product Height: 7.6 in
  • Warranty: 3 year
  • Switch Type: Photoelectric
  • Contact Configuration: Varies with output device module
  • Compliances: Contact Manufacturer
  • Environmental Rating: NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, NEMA 13
  • Certifications: CSA Certified
  • Department: Electrical

Typical Applications

  • Industrial Machine Guarding and Automation Controls
  • Conveyor and Material Handling Systems
  • Washdown and Wet-Location Industrial Environments
  • Commercial and Industrial Electrical Control Panels
  • Photoelectric Sensing and Detection Systems

Why Eaton?

Eaton engineers the 70 Series Photoelectric Sensor Control Module with a die cast aluminum enclosure and CSA Certification for dependable performance in demanding industrial settings. With multiple NEMA environmental ratings and a 3 year warranty, this control module delivers the durability and code-compliant reliability electrical professionals expect from Eaton.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Enclosure material:
Die cast aluminum
Connection:
Screw terminal
Product Length/Depth:
5 in
Product Height:
7.6 in
Warranty:
3 year
Switch Classification:
Photoelectric
Contact configuration:
Varies with output device module
Compliances:
Contact Manufacturer
Environmental rating:
NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, NEMA 13
Certifications:
CSA Certified
Product Type:
Sensor Control Module
Department:
Electrical
Product Material:
Die Cast Aluminum
Connection Type:
Screw Terminal
Voltage Rating:
90-130 VAC
Listing:
CSA Certified
Product Group:
Wiring Devices

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