Eaton E51 Series Fiber-Optic Photoelectric Sensor, Die-Cast Zinc Enclosure
The Eaton E51 Series Fiber-Optic Photoelectric Sensor is a photoelectric switch assembly built around a die-cast zinc receptacle and body, designed for use with glass fiber optic cables in fiber-optic sensing mode. Rated for 10-30 Vdc input and a maximum DC current of 600 mA, this sensor provides complementary NPN open collector output signaling with a built-in LED indicator that lights when the output is ON. With an environmental rating covering NEMA 3, NEMA 3S, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12, NEMA 13, and IP67, plus CE marking and CSA certification, it is engineered for demanding industrial and washdown environments.
Key Features
- Durable Construction: Receptacle and body are die-cast zinc for long-term strength and corrosion resistance in industrial settings.
- Fiber-Optic Sensing: Operating mode is fiber-optic with a photoelectric switch type; requires glass fiber optic cables for operation.
- Screw Terminal Connection: Screw terminal connection simplifies field wiring and maintenance.
- LED Status Indicator: Integrated LED lights when the output is ON for quick visual status confirmation.
- Electrical Rating: 10-30 Vdc input voltage with a maximum DC current and contact rating of 600 mA.
- Output Configuration: Complementary NPN open collector contact configuration.
- Wide Operating Range: Rated for operation from -13 °F to 158 °F, suited to varied ambient conditions.
- Compact Footprint: Product width of 1.82 in, depth of 1.54 in, and height of 4.89 in.
Certifications & Compliance
- CE Marked
- CSA Certified
- NEMA 3, NEMA 3S, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12, NEMA 13 Rated
- IP67 Rated
Technical Specifications
- Product Width: 1.82 in
- Product Length/Depth: 1.54 in
- Product Height: 4.89 in
- Enclosure material: Receptacle and body: die cast zinc
- Connection: Screw terminal
- LED indicator: Lights when output is ON
- Maximum DC current: 600 mA
- Contact Rating: 600 mA
- Sensor type: Fiberoptic
- Operating temperature - max: 158 °F
- Operating temperature - min: -13 °F
- Input voltage: 10-30 Vdc
- Operating mode: Fiber-optic
- Switch type: Photoelectric
- Contact configuration: Complementary NPN open collector
- Warranty: 3 year
Typical Applications
- Industrial Automation and Machine Sensing
- Material Detection on Conveyors and Packaging Lines
- Washdown and Harsh Environment Sensing (NEMA 4X/6P, IP67)
- Panel-Mounted Photoelectric Switching Systems
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
Why Eaton?
Eaton builds the E51 Series sensor around a die-cast zinc receptacle and body for durability, with CE marking and CSA certification backing its reliability for professional installations. The broad NEMA and IP67 environmental ratings, combined with a 3 year warranty, make it a dependable choice for photoelectric sensing in demanding industrial applications.
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Product Specs
- Product Width:
- 1.82 in
- Enclosure material:
- Receptacle and body: die cast zinc
- Connection:
- Screw terminal
- LED indicator:
- Lights when output is ON
- Maximum DC current:
- 600 mA
- Product Length/Depth:
- 1.54 in
- Sensor type:
- Fiberoptic
- Product Height:
- 4.89 in
- Amperage Rating:
- 600 mA
- Operating temperature - max:
- 158 °F
- Operating temperature - min:
- -13 °F
- Warranty:
- 3 year
- Input voltage:
- 10-30 Vdc
- Operating mode:
- Fiber-optic
- Switch Classification:
- Photoelectric
- Contact configuration:
- Complementary NPN open collector
- Compliances:
- CE Marked
- Certifications:
- CSA Certified
- Product Type:
- Photoelectric Sensor
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Material:
- Zinc Die-Cast
- Connection Type:
- Screw Terminal
- Voltage Rating:
- 10-30 Vdc
- Listing:
- CSA Certified
- Standards:
- CE Marked
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices