T-Shaped Through-Beam Sensor
T-shaped slot-type through-beam design with a 5 mm slot width for opaque object detection.
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Technical specifications, features, applications and purchasing information.
| Brand | Omron |
| Model Number | EE-SX872A |
| Product Category | Photomicrosensor |
| Sensing Method | Slot type, through-beam, T-shaped |
| Sensing Distance | 5 mm (slot width) |
| Standard Sensing Object | Opaque object, 2 x 0.8 mm min. |
| Differential Distance | 0.025 mm |
| Light Source | GaAs infrared LED, 940 nm |
| Output Type | NPN open collector |
| Operation Mode | Light-ON |
| Supply Voltage | 5 to 24 VDC ±10% |
| Current Consumption | 12 mA max. |
| Load Current | 100 mA max. |
| Response Time | 0.17 ms |
| Protection Rating | IP50 |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +55°C |
| Connection Method | Pre-wired, 2 m cable |
T-shaped slot-type through-beam design with a 5 mm slot width for opaque object detection.
Light-ON operation mode with an indicator that turns ON when light is interrupted, as indicated by the A suffix.
NPN open collector output supports up to 100 mA load current for control circuit interfacing.
Response time of 0.17 ms enables high-speed detection in automated processes.
Current consumption of 12 mA max. supports efficient operation in low-power control panels.
Pre-wired with a 2 m cable for flexible installation reach in machinery.
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What is the Omron EE-SX872A? The EE-SX872A is a T-shaped slot-type through-beam photomicrosensor with a 5 mm slot width and NPN output.
What is the sensing distance? The sensing distance is 5 mm (slot width).
What operation mode does the A suffix indicate? The A suffix indicates Light-ON operation, with the indicator turning ON when light is interrupted.
What output type does it provide? It provides an NPN open collector output.
What is the maximum load current? The maximum load current is 100 mA.
What is the supply voltage range? The supply voltage is 5 to 24 VDC ±10%.
What is the response time? The response time is 0.17 ms.
What is the current consumption? Current consumption is 12 mA max.
What is the protection rating? The protection rating is IP50.
How is the EE-SX872A connected? It is a pre-wired model with a 2 m cable.
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