Eaton Enhanced 50 Series Retroreflective Photoelectric Sensor, NPN/PNP
The Eaton Enhanced 50 Series Retroreflective Photoelectric Sensor is a rugged industrial control sensor built for reliable object detection in demanding environments. Featuring a non-polarized retroreflective sensing mode with an effective distance of 30 ft., this sensor delivers dependable performance with a 250 mA max DC output and NPN and PNP open collector switching for flexible integration into automation systems. Housed in a fiberglass reinforced plastic enclosure and rated IP67 and IP69K, it is CSA Certified for use in washdown and harsh industrial settings.
Key Features
- Sensing Distance: 30 ft. retroreflective sensing range for reliable object and target detection.
- Durable Construction: Fiberglass reinforced plastic enclosure resists corrosion and impact in industrial environments.
- Connection Type: 4-pin M12 connector for fast, secure field wiring.
- Output Configuration: NPN and PNP open collector contact configuration supports flexible control wiring schemes.
- Electrical Rating: 250 mA maximum DC current with a 10-40 Vdc input voltage range and a contact rating of 250 mA at 40 Vdc.
- Built-In Protection: Reverse polarity and short circuit protection guard against wiring errors and electrical faults.
- Time Delay: Integrated time delay function supports precise timing control in automated processes.
- LED Status Indicator: Red LED provides at-a-glance status feedback for quick diagnostics.
Certifications & Compliance
- CSA Certified
- IP67 Rated
- IP69K Rated
Technical Specifications
- Warranty: 3 year
- Time delay: Yes
Typical Applications
- Industrial Automation and Process Control
- Conveyor and Material Handling Systems
- Object and Presence Detection
- Packaging and Manufacturing Equipment
- Washdown and Harsh-Environment Installations
Why Eaton?
Eaton engineers its Enhanced 50 Series sensors with a fiberglass reinforced plastic enclosure, reverse polarity and short circuit protection, and IP67/IP69K environmental ratings to withstand tough industrial conditions. Backed by CSA Certification and a 3 year warranty, this photoelectric sensor delivers the consistent, code-compliant performance professionals expect from Eaton for automation and control applications.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Width:
- 1.81 in
- Enclosure material:
- Fiberglass reinforced plastic
- Connection:
- 4-pin M12 connector
- LED indicator:
- Marginal gain: red
- Maximum DC current:
- 250 mA
- Product Length/Depth:
- 1.91 in
- Sensor type:
- Retroreflective
- Product Height:
- 4.01 in
- Protection:
- Reverse polarity and short circuit protected
- Amperage Rating:
- 250 mA
- Operating temperature - max:
- 131 °F
- Operating temperature - min:
- -13 °F
- Warranty:
- 3 year
- Time delay:
- Yes
- Input voltage:
- 10-40 Vdc
- Operating mode:
- Non polarized retroreflective
- Switch Classification:
- Photoelectric
- Contact configuration:
- NPN and PNP open collector
- Compliances:
- Contact Manufacturer
- Environmental rating:
- IP67, IP69K
- Certifications:
- CSA Certified
- Product Type:
- Photoelectric Sensor
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Material:
- Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic
- Voltage Rating:
- 10-40 Vdc
- Listing:
- CSA Certified
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices