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Eaton E51 Series Fiber-Optic Photoelectric Sensor, Die-Cast Zinc Enclosure
Model: EAT-E51MTB
Eaton E51 Series Fiber-Optic Photoelectric Sensor, Die-Cast Zinc EnclosureThe Eaton E51 Series Fiber-Optic Photoelectric Sensor is a photoelectric switch assembly built around a die-cast zinc...
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Eaton Photoelectric Sensor Fiber Optic Cable, Terminated, Straight
The Eaton Photoelectric Sensor Fiber Optic Cable is a terminated, straight fiber optic cable engineered for photoelectric sensing applications in demanding industrial environments. Built with a stainless steel enclosure and a threaded cable type for secure, vibration-resistant connections, this Series E51 cable is rated for continuous operation from -50 °F to 480 °F and carries UL Listed certification along with multiple NEMA environmental ratings and an IP67 rating for harsh washdown and outdoor duty.
Key Features
- Sensor Type: Fiber optic construction designed for precise photoelectric sensing in Eaton sensing systems.
- Terminated, Straight Design: Pre-terminated fiber optic cable in a straight configuration for direct, reliable sensor connections.
- Durable Construction: Stainless steel enclosure material provides corrosion resistance and long service life in harsh environments.
- Threaded Cable Type: Threaded connection style for secure, vibration-resistant mounting.
- Extreme Temperature Range: Rated from -50 °F to 480 °F operating temperature for use in extreme hot and cold environments.
- Environmental Protection: NEMA 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12, and 13 ratings plus IP67 protection for wet, dusty, and washdown-prone areas.
- Series E51: Part of Eaton's E51 photoelectric sensor accessory line.
- 3-Year Warranty: Backed by Eaton's standard 3 year warranty for added confidence.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL Listed
- NEMA 3, NEMA 3S, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12, NEMA 13
- IP67 Rated
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Electrical Component
- Warranty: 3 year
- Series: E51
- Department: Electrical
- Sensor Type: Fiber optic
- Type: Terminated
- Cable Type: Threaded
- Enclosure Material: Stainless steel
- Product Width: .31 in
- Product Height: 1.5 in
- Product Length/Depth: 36 in
- Cord Length: 36 ft
- Operating Temperature - Max: 480 °F
- Operating Temperature - Min: -50 °F
Typical Applications
- Industrial Automation and Machine Sensing
- Photoelectric Sensing Systems
- Harsh, High-Temperature, and Washdown Environments
- Food and Beverage Processing Areas
- Outdoor and Wet-Location Installations
- Panelboard and Machine Control Wiring
Why Eaton?
Eaton engineers its Series E51 fiber optic sensor cables with a stainless steel enclosure, threaded connections, and a broad -50 °F to 480 °F operating range to withstand demanding industrial conditions. With UL Listed certification, multiple NEMA environmental ratings, IP67 protection, and a 3 year warranty, this cable delivers the reliable, code-compliant performance professionals expect from Eaton sensing solutions.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Width:
- .31 in
- Enclosure Material:
- Stainless steel
- Product Length/Depth:
- 36 in
- Sensor Type:
- Fiber optic
- Product Height:
- 1.5 in
- Product Type:
- Fiber Optic Sensor Cable
- Cord Length:
- 36 ft
- Operating Temperature Max:
- 480 °F
- Operating temperature - min:
- -50 °F
- Warranty:
- 3 year
- Series:
- E51
- Cable Type:
- Threaded
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Material:
- Stainless Steel
- Connection Type:
- Threaded
- Listing:
- UL Listed
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices
- Product Subgroup:
- Switches
- Product Weight:
- 0.7 lb
- Product Length:
- 36 in
Eaton E51KF623 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the Eaton E51KF623 fiber optic cable hold up in a high-temperature oven or furnace application?
Yes. The E51 fiber optic sensor cable is rated for continuous operation from -50 F up to 480 F, so it covers both freezer-line and oven-adjacent sensing. The stainless steel construction is what lets it sit in that range without degrading.
2) Can I use this Eaton fiber optic sensor cable in a washdown food processing area?
It is built for it. The E51KF623 carries IP67 protection plus NEMA 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12 and 13 ratings, and the stainless steel body resists the caustics used in sanitation cycles. That combination covers wet, dusty, hosedown and outdoor locations.
3) How long is the Eaton E51KF623 fiber optic cable, and how far can I run it from the amplifier?
The fiber run is 36 ft, so the sensing head can be mounted well away from the amplifier or control panel. If your machine layout needs more than that, this is not the part to stretch, fiber optic cable of this type is not field-spliced.
4) Do I get a photoelectric sensor with the Eaton E51KF623, or is this just the fiber cable?
This is the fiber optic cable only, an E51 series accessory. The fiber carries light to and from the sensing point, but you still need the matching photoelectric amplifier to drive it and provide the switching output.
5) Is this a terminated fiber cable or do I have to cut and cleave it myself?
It ships pre-terminated in a straight configuration, so the fiber ends are finished and ready to land in the amplifier. No field cleaving or polishing required on install.
6) What kind of connection does the Eaton E51 sensor cable use for mounting the sensing tip?
Threaded. The sensing end uses a threaded barrel, which is what keeps it from backing out under machine vibration, and it lets you set depth with nuts on either side of a bracket.
7) What are the physical dimensions of the Eaton E51KF623 sensing head for drilling my bracket?
Stated dimensions are .31 in width, 1.5 in height and 36 in length/depth. The .31 in figure is the one that governs the clearance hole in a mounting bracket for the threaded barrel.
8) Does this Eaton fiber optic cable carry a UL listing for use in an industrial control panel?
It is UL Listed. For a plant electrician spec'ing sensing hardware into a machine control or panelboard job, that listing is on record for the E51 cable itself.
9) Why choose a fiber optic sensing cable instead of a self-contained photoelectric sensor?
Fiber keeps all the electronics out of the bad environment. Only the passive stainless steel fiber tip goes into the 480 F zone, the washdown spray or the tight machine nest, while the amplifier lives in the panel. A self-contained photoeye has to survive the environment itself, which rules it out at these temperature extremes.
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Absolutely. The Eaton E51KF623 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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