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Eaton Prism 18mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensor, Retroreflective, Isolated Solid State Relay Output

Eaton Prism 18mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensor, Retroreflective, Isolated Solid State Relay Output

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Eaton Prism 18mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensor, Retroreflective, Isolated Solid State Relay Output

The Eaton Prism 18mm tubular photoelectric sensor delivers reliable non-polarized retroreflective sensing for industrial automation and material handling applications. Housed in a compact tubular body with a polycarbonate lens, this sensor operates on a 10-30 Vdc input and outputs through an isolated solid state relay, making it a versatile choice for OEM and machine-builder installations. Rated across multiple NEMA environmental classifications and cUL Recognized, the Eaton Prism sensor is built for dependable performance in demanding plant-floor environments. Note that a matching retroreflector is required to complete the sensing system and is sold separately.

Key Features

  • Compact Tubular Design: 18mm tubular housing measuring .71 in wide, .47 in deep, and 2.75 in high for tight mounting locations.
  • Durable Construction: Polycarbonate lens for optical clarity and resistance to everyday plant-floor wear.
  • Sensing Mode: Non-polarized retroreflective operating mode with forward viewing for consistent target detection.
  • Isolated Solid State Relay: Isolated solid state relay contact configuration with red LED output-status indicator.
  • Electrical Rating: 10-30 Vdc input voltage; maximum DC current of 110 mA and maximum AC current of 80 mA; contact rating of 80 mA at 132 Vac / 110 mA at 132 Vdc; current limited for loads less than 32 Vac/dc.
  • Cable Connection: 6.6 ft (2 m) PVC cable with a 79.2 ft maximum cord length for flexible routing to controls.
  • Operating Temperature: Rated from -13 °F to 131 °F for use in a wide range of ambient conditions.
  • Environmental Rating: NEMA 1, NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12, and NEMA 13 rated enclosure for indoor and washdown-capable environments.
  • Complete System Note: Order sensor and retroreflector together to form a complete system; retroreflector is not included.

Certifications & Compliance

  • cUL Recognized
  • CE Marked
  • NEMA 1, NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12, NEMA 13 Environmental Rating

Technical Specifications

  • Warranty: 3 year
  • Department: Electrical
  • Product Type: Electrical Component
  • Product Width: .71 in
  • Product Length/Depth: .47 in
  • Product Height: 2.75 in
  • Enclosure Material: Lens: polycarbonate
  • Connection: 6.6 ft (2 m) cable
  • Cable Type: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  • Cord Length: 79.2 ft
  • Sensor Type: Retroreflective
  • Operating Mode: Non-polarized retroreflective
  • Switch Type: Photoelectric
  • Contact Configuration: Isolated solid state relay
  • LED Indicator: Output status: red
  • Input Voltage: 10-30 Vdc
  • Maximum DC Current: 110 mA
  • Maximum AC Current: 80 mA
  • Contact Rating: 80 mA at 132 Vac / 110 mA at 132 Vdc
  • Protection: Current limited for loads less than 32 Vac/dc
  • Operating Temperature - Max: 131 °F
  • Operating Temperature - Min: -13 °F
  • Environmental Rating: NEMA 1, NEMA 3, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 6P, NEMA 12, NEMA 13
  • Compliances: CE Marked
  • Certifications: cUL Recognized
  • Catalog Notes: For complete system; order sensor and retroreflector. Retroreflector not included

Typical Applications

  • Material Handling and Conveyor Systems
  • Machine Guarding and Object Detection
  • Packaging and Assembly Line Automation
  • Washdown and Wet-Location Industrial Environments
  • OEM Machine Building and Panel Integration

Why Eaton?

Eaton's Prism series photoelectric sensors combine a rugged polycarbonate lens, isolated solid state relay output, and broad NEMA environmental ratings for consistent performance across demanding industrial settings. Backed by a 3 year warranty and cUL Recognized and CE Marked compliance, this sensor is engineered for code-compliant, reliable operation in professional automation and control applications.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Connection:
6.6 ft (2 m) cable
Contact configuration:
Isolated solid state relay
Protection:
Current limited for loads less than 32 Vac/dc
Maximum DC current:
110 mA
Warranty:
3 year
LED indicator:
Output status: red
Amperage Rating:
80 mA at 132 Vac / 110 mA at 132Vdc
Cord length:
79.2 ft
Cable type:
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Maximum AC current:
80 mA
Product Length/Depth:
.47 in
Operating temperature - max:
131 °F
Operating temperature - min:
-13 °F
Department:
Electrical
Product Width:
.71 in
Switch Classification:
Photoelectric
Compliances:
CE Marked
Product Type:
Photoelectric Sensor
Product Material:
Polycarbonate
Configuration:
Retroreflective
Voltage Rating:
10-30 Vdc
Listing:
cUL Recognized
Standards:
CE Marked
Product Group:
Wiring Devices
Product Subgroup:
Switches
Product Weight:
0.287 lb
Product Length:
0.47 in

Eaton 14150AD17 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does the Eaton Prism 18mm retroreflective sensor come with a reflector?
No. The Prism 18mm retroreflective sensor ships on its own, and a matching retroreflector has to be ordered separately to complete the sensing system. Retroreflective sensing works by bouncing the beam off that reflector back to the sensor, so without one mounted opposite the sensor it will not detect anything. Budget for the reflector and its bracket on every unit you order.
2) What load can the isolated solid state relay output on the Eaton Prism sensor switch?
The output is an isolated solid state relay rated 80 mA at 132 Vac or 110 mA at 132 Vdc, with 80 mA maximum AC current and 110 mA maximum DC current. That is enough for a PLC input, an interposing relay coil, or a small pilot light, not for driving a motor starter or solenoid directly. Below 32 Vac/dc the output is current limited, which gives you some protection against a shorted field wire.
3) Can this sensor be used in a washdown area or outdoors on a conveyor line?
The Prism 18mm sensor carries NEMA 1, 3, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12 and 13 environmental ratings, which covers hosedown and wet-location duty as well as dusty plant floors. Ambient limits are -13 degrees F to 131 degrees F, so an unheated dock or a cold-storage anteroom is inside the range, but a freezer below -13 F is not.
4) How is this sensor wired in, and how far can I run it back to the panel?
It is a cabled sensor, not a quick-disconnect model. A 6.6 ft (2 m) PVC-jacketed cable comes attached, and the maximum cord length is 79.2 ft, so any extension back to the control panel has to stay inside that total. If the panel is farther than that, land the sensor in a nearby junction box and take a relay or PLC input signal the rest of the way.
5) Will an 18mm tubular sensor fit the bracket space I have on a conveyor frame?
The body measures .71 in wide, .47 in deep and 2.75 in high, an 18mm tubular format that mounts through a standard 18mm clearance hole or an 18mm barrel bracket. It is a forward-viewing housing, so plan the mount with the lens end pointed straight at the reflector.
6) Should I use a retroreflective sensor or a through-beam for detecting cartons on a conveyor?
Retroreflective, like the Eaton Prism 18mm, puts all the wiring on one side of the conveyor: the sensor on one rail, a passive reflector on the other. That halves the conduit and the terminations compared with through-beam, which needs powered emitter and receiver on both sides. Through-beam still wins on very long ranges or where the target is shiny enough to bounce the beam back. Note this Prism model is non-polarized retroreflective, so highly reflective targets such as shrink-wrapped pallets or mirrored cans can fool it. For those, a polarized retro or a through-beam is the safer pick.
7) What approvals does the Eaton Prism 18mm photoelectric sensor carry for a machine build?
It is cUL Recognized and CE Marked. Recognized means it is a component intended for use inside a larger listed assembly, which is how these get specified on OEM machinery and panel builds.
8) How do I tell on the floor whether the Eaton Prism sensor is seeing the reflector?
There is a red LED on the sensor that indicates output status, so a technician can confirm switching at the device without meters or opening the panel. Pair that with the isolated output at the PLC input to separate a blocked beam from a wiring fault.
9) What are the different Eaton Prism part numbers offered, and what is the lens made of?
Four Eaton Prism catalog numbers are available: 13150AD14, 13150AL17, 13150RL17 and 14150AD17. The lens is polycarbonate, which holds up to normal plant-floor knocks and cleaning better than glass. Match the exact catalog number to whatever is already installed if you are standardizing a line.
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