Eaton E51 Series Right Angle Photoelectric Sensor, Plastic Enclosure
The Eaton E51 Series Right Angle Photoelectric Sensor is a modular photoelectric sensor head engineered for reliable object detection in demanding industrial environments. Built with a durable plastic enclosure and screw-terminal connections, this through-beam detector operates in polarized retroreflective mode on a 120 Vac input, delivering a 1.0A solid-state output for dependable switching performance. Rated for NEMA 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12, and 13 environments plus IP67, it is well suited for wet, dusty, and harsh-duty applications across commercial and industrial facilities.
Key Features
- Right Angle Configuration: Modular sensor head design allows flexible mounting in tight machine and panel spaces.
- Durable Construction: Plastic enclosure provides lightweight, corrosion-resistant housing for the sensor head assembly.
- Screw Terminal Connection: Simplifies field wiring and termination during installation and maintenance.
- Photoelectric Sensor Head: Through-beam detector operating in polarized retroreflective mode for accurate, repeatable sensing.
- Electrical Rating: 120 Vac input voltage with 1.0A solid-state output and a maximum AC current of 1 A for consistent switching.
- Contact Configuration: L1 switched, NO/NC output for compatibility with a range of control circuits.
- Environmental Rating: NEMA 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12, 13, and IP67 ratings support use in wet, washdown, and harsh-duty locations.
- 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, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12, 13 Rated
- IP67 Rated
Technical Specifications
- Warranty: 3 year
- Department: Electrical
- Maximum AC current: 1 A
- Product Width: 1.54 in
- Product Length/Depth: 1.84 in
- Product Height: 1.86 in
- Enclosure Material: Plastic
- Connection: Screw terminal
- Sensor Type: Through beam detector
- Type: Photoelectric Sensor Head
- Contact Rating: 1.0A Solid State Output
- Operating Mode: Polarized retroreflective
- Series: E51
- Catalog Notes: Assembled sensor with head, sensor body, and receptacle; logic modules must be ordered separately.
Typical Applications
- Industrial Automation and Machine Control
- Conveyor and Material Handling Systems
- Machine Safety and Limit Sensing
- Wet, Washdown, and Harsh-Duty Environments
- Panel and Enclosure Sensor Integration
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
Why Eaton?
Eaton's E51 Series photoelectric sensors combine a rugged plastic enclosure with broad NEMA and IP67 environmental ratings, making them a dependable choice for demanding sensing applications. Backed by UL Listing, CE Marking, and a 3-year warranty, this modular sensor head delivers the code-compliant, reliable performance professionals expect from Eaton electrical products.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Operating temperature - min:
- -13 °F
- Warranty:
- 3 year
- Department:
- Electrical
- Switch Classification:
- Photoelectric
- Connection:
- Screw terminal
- Contact configuration:
- L1 switched, NO/NC
- Product Type:
- Photoelectric Sensor
- Compliances:
- CE Marked
- Amperage Rating:
- 1A
- Operating temperature - max:
- 158 °F
- Maximum AC current:
- 1 A
- Input voltage:
- 120 Vac
- Product Material:
- Plastic
- Connection Type:
- Screw Terminal
- Configuration:
- Right Angle
- Voltage Rating:
- 120 Vac
- Listing:
- UL Listed
- Series:
- E51
- Product Group:
- Wiring Devices