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S51

The S51 series offers a cost-effective solution in M18 photoelectric sensors, with a wide range of operating distances. The diffuse proximity model has a 10cm fixed operating distance with a wide emission spectrum. Also available is a version with a 1 - 40cm adjustable operating distance. Standard retro-reflective models have an operating distance up to 4m while the polarized retro-reflective models, used for reliable detection of reflective objects, are fitted with a sensitivity adjustment and have a 3.5m operating distance. The emitter and receiver models, used for longer operating distances, reach 18 meters. Unlike other 18mm sensors, IDEC-Datasensor S51 sensors have a flat cylindrical housing that offers numerous mounting choices. Plus a wide range of accessories, including the trademarked EASYin™ fast-insertion mounting support with adjustable sensor axis and position, make it easy to design-in these sensors to your current application.

 

The S51 series of sensors are the most popular photoelectric sensor in the market. With through-beam, retro-reflective, polarized retro-reflective and diffuse modes, S51 sensors are ideal for applications in all industries including packaging, bottling and material handling.

The S51 series is a perfect solution for even the harshest industrial environments. Rugged housing increases resistance against disturbances coming from electrical lines or other electronic devices. And, these sensors boast IP67 mechanical protection, which means they have increased resistance to the penetration of fine dusts or liquids.

The S51 series of affordable sensors offer superior performance and multiple mounting options. This versatility is what makes them the perfect alternative to other M18 sensors.
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Competitor Comparison


Company

IDEC-DataSensor

Banner

Sunx

Sick

Tri-Tronics

Omron

P&F

Balluff

Series

S51

S18

QS18

CY

VS/VE18

MINI-EYE

E3F2

CP18

BOS 18K

Power Voltage

10-30 VDC

10-30 VDC

10-30 VDC

10-30 VDC

10-30 VDC

10-30 VDC

10-30 VDC

10-30 VDC

10-30 VDC

Control Output

NPN or PNP

NPN or PNP

NPN or PNP

NPN or PNP

NPN or PNP

NPN or PNP

NPN or PNP

NPN or PNP

NPN or PNP

Operation Mode

dark/light selectable

dark/light selectable

dark/light selectable

dark/light selectable

dark/light selectable

dark/light selectable

dark/light selectable

dark or light ON

dark/light selectable

LED

Infrared /red

Infrared/red

Infrared/red

Infrared/red

Infrared/red

Infrared/red

Infrared/red

Infrared/red

Infrared/red

Response Time

1ms

3ms

0.6ms

2ms

2ms

1.1ms

1ms

1ms

1ms

Connection Method

M12 or 2m cable

M12 or 2m cable

M12 or 2m cable

2m cable

M12 or 2m cable

M8 or 1.8m cable

M12 or 2m cable

M12 or 2m cable

M12 or 2m cable

Operating Temp

-25…+55C

-40…+70C

-20…+70C

-25…+55C

-25…+70C

-40…+70C

-25…+55C

-22…+140C

-25…+55C

IP Rating

IP67

IP69K

IP67

IP67

IP67

IP66

IP67

IP67

IP67

Features

  • Through-beam, retro-reflective, polarized retro-reflective and diffuse modes
  • Flat plastic housing
  • Versatile range of mounting accessories
  • Operating distances up to 18 meters
  • Cable or M12 connection
  • PNP or NPN output available
  • Standard 3-wire connection configuration
  • Selectable Light ON and Dark ON
  • Models without trimmer
  • IP67 rate

Common Applications

  • Universal applications
  • Packaging industries
  • Bottling industries
  • Paper industries
  • High operating distance for Through-Beam functions