FAQ Sensors

Universal Photoelectric Sensors

Can outputs of photoelectric sensors be connected in parallel?

Yes, NPN or PNP outputs can be connected in parallel

Can photoelectric sensors be damaged by a short circuit of the output ?

No, as an internal circuit protects the output against overloads.

Is the LASER beam of the S62 photoelectric series dangerous?

No, the LASER beam of the S62 photoelectric sensor is not dangerous, as the power of the beam is only Class 1, which complies with EN60825-1 standards. (Applicable product: S62)

Does glass protection for the lenss of the S51 M18 photoelectric sensor exist?

Yes, the MEK-proof accessory, composed of a metal o-ring and a circular glass lens can be screwed onto the optical side of the sensor housing. (Applicable product: S51)

What does the green LED in the universal sensors with basic optical functions indicate?

The green 'stability' LED indicates the received signal level and sensor alignment; signal is greater than 130% of the minimum value necessary for the output to turn on. (Applicable product: S51, S60, S62)

Which precautions have to be taken when installing photoelectric sensors with background suppression?

TThe sensor has to be mounted such that the object to be detected intersects at the same point as the emitter and receiver lens cross, and thus the longer side of the sensor's optic results to be perpendicular to the flow line of the object to detect. (Applicable product: S62, SA1E)

Which precautions have to be taken when installing photoelectric sensors with background suppression?

TThe sensor has to be mounted such that the object to be detected intersects at the same point as the emitter and receiver lens cross, and thus the longer side of the sensor's optic results to be perpendicular to the flow line of the object to detect.

What are the advantages of through beam/diffuse and reflected /retro reflected?

All sensors listed detect the presence and absence of an object. Through beam has a longer detection range. Diffuse detects opaque and transparent objects with a separate receiver. Retro reflected sensors detect opaque objects and ignore unwanted diffused reflected light.

Last Updated: 2007/09/24