IDEC Corporation is expanding its photoelectric (PE) sensor portfolio with the new SA1N series of space-saving subminiature PE sensors. The SA1N series provides high accuracy and performance, and it is available in compact barrel and block form factors.
The SA1N sensors are available in two versions:
- A barrel-mount fiber-type diffuse-reflective infrared LED style, secured with M6 nuts through a mounting hole
- A block-type convergent-reflective red LED style, secured with two mounting holes located at a 14mm pitch
Both versions are all-in-one devices with built-in amplifiers and sensitivity adjustment control. The barrel-mount version has a 3 to 50 mm sensing range, while the block-type can detect over a 5 to 30 mm sensing range. Both models are available in NPN or PNP light-on configurations, and both provide a rapid 0.5 msec maximum response time.
The sensors each come with flexible 2-meter pigtail wiring, functioning at standard 24 VDC with minimal current draw. They operate over a wide -25 to +55 degrees Celsius temperature range. The barrel-mount version uses a stainless-steel housing and plastic encapsulation to achieve an IP67 rating, while the block-type is rated at IP64.
The SA1N series of subminiature PE sensors will fit into the limited space available for various industry applications, and it offers a favorable price/performance ratio compared with other more esoteric technology options.