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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:
- Photoelectric Sensor
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Material:
- Die Cast Aluminum
- Connection Type:
- Screw Terminal
- Voltage Rating:
- 90-130 VAC
- Listing:
- CSA Certified
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Product Subgroup:
- Switches
- Product Length:
- 5 in
Eaton 8170A-6501 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can the Eaton 70 Series photoelectric control module be used in a washdown area?
Yes. The 70 Series photoelectric sensor control module carries NEMA 3, 4, 6, 12 and 13 environmental ratings, which covers wet, hosedown, dust and oil-laden locations, and the enclosure is die cast aluminum rather than plastic. It is also CSA Certified.
2) How far will this Eaton photoelectric sensor detect?
Sensing range isn't set by the control module. The 70 Series module is the control platform, and the detection distance depends on which remote sensing heads you pair with it, so pick the head for the range and target you need.
3) Is the output relay on the Eaton 70 Series module N.O. or N.C.?
Contact configuration varies with the output device module you install, so the module itself doesn't fix the contact arrangement. Specify the output device to match the normally open or normally closed action your panel logic needs.
4) Will the Eaton 817 Series module fit in my control enclosure?
Plan for a footprint of 5 inches length/depth by 7.6 inches height plus room for conduit entries and wire bend at the screw terminals. Field wiring lands on screw terminals, so allow clearance to get a driver on them.
5) Does this Eaton photoelectric module take a plug connector or hard-wired leads?
Connections are screw terminals for field wiring, not a quick-disconnect plug. You land conductors directly on the terminals inside the die cast aluminum housing.
6) Is the Eaton 70 Series photoelectric control module suitable for conveyor and material handling controls?
That's one of its typical uses. It is a photoelectric switch control for industrial automation, conveyor and material handling, machine guarding and general panel-mounted sensing, with the sensing head chosen for the application.
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