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Eaton E51 Series Right Angle Photoelectric Sensor, Plastic Enclosure
Model: EAT-P438855
Eaton
Eaton E51 Series Photoelectric Sensor
The Eaton E51 Series Photoelectric Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in demanding industrial environments. Built with a plastic head enclosure and screw terminal connection, this sensor operates on a 10-30 Vdc input and is rated NEMA 3, NEMA 3S, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12, NEMA 13, and IP67 for use in washdown and harsh-duty applications. UL Listed and CE Marked, the E51 Series delivers dependable, code-compliant sensing performance for automation and machine-control systems.
Key Features
- Durable Construction: Plastic head enclosure material for lightweight, corrosion-resistant durability in industrial settings.
- Screw Terminal Connection: Direct screw terminal wiring for straightforward installation and field servicing.
- Rotatable Sensor Head: The sensor head can be rotated to any of four discrete positions on the body, 90° apart, without separating from the body, allowing flexible beam alignment.
- 10-30 Vdc Input Voltage: Compatible with standard low-voltage DC control circuits.
- Red Power-On LED Indicator: Clear visual confirmation of power status at a glance.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: Rated from -13 °F to 158 °F for stable performance across varying ambient conditions.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed
- CE Marked
- NEMA 3, NEMA 3S, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12, NEMA 13 Rated
- IP67 Rated for Washdown and Harsh Environments
Technical Specifications
- Series: E51
- Warranty: 3 year
- Department: Electrical
- Connection: Screw terminal
- Input Voltage: 10-30 Vdc
- LED Indicator: Power on: red
- Enclosure Material: Head: plastic
- Operating Temperature: -13 °F to 158 °F
Typical Applications
- Industrial Automation and Machine Sensing
- Conveyor and Packaging Line Object Detection
- Panel and Enclosure-Mounted Sensing Systems
- Washdown and Harsh-Environment Installations
- Presence and Position Detection
- Renovation and New Installation of Sensing Circuits
Why Eaton?
Eaton engineers the E51 Series with a durable plastic head enclosure, a rotatable sensor head design, and a 3-year warranty to support long-term reliability in demanding automation environments. Backed by UL Listing, CE Marking, and IP67/NEMA environmental ratings, this photoelectric sensor is built to deliver consistent, code-compliant sensing performance for professional industrial installations.
Variant Specifications
| Sensing Mode | Model | Type | SKU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diffuse Reflective | E51DP3 | Standard | E51DP3 |
| Through-Beam | Standard | Photoelectric Sensor | E51DP5 |
| Through-Beam | Standard | Photoelectric Sensor Head | E51DP6 |
| Through-Beam | Standard | E51NLP22-P | E51NLP22 |
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Listing:
- UL Listed
- Operating temperature - max:
- 158 °F
- Department:
- Electrical
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Product Material:
- Plastic
- Warranty:
- 3 year
- Operating temperature - min:
- -13 °F
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Product Type:
- Electrical Component