Groove-Depth 6.5mm Photomicro Sensors BS3 Series

DESCRIPTION

Product Overview

The BS3 Series ultra-compact photomicro sensors are designed for precision and versatility, offering five distinct shapes (K, F, R, U, L types) to meet various application and installation requirements. These sensors are engineered to reduce malfunctions caused by external substances, ensuring reliable performance. The built-in operation indicators provide excellent visibility from multiple directions, enhancing ease of use and operational efficiency.


Key Features

  • Ultra-Compact Design: Fits seamlessly into tight spaces, making it ideal for installations with limited room.
  • Multiple Shape Options: Available in five different shapes (K, F, R, U, L) to accommodate a wide range of installation environments.
  • Error Minimization: Reduced sensing part, gap, and flush body design help to minimize malfunctions caused by foreign substances.
  • High Visibility Indicators: Operation indicators are built into the sensors and can be easily checked from multiple angles, improving user awareness and control.
  • Customizable Indicator Operation: Choose between models where the indicator turns ON when light is received or when light is interrupted, based on your application needs.
  • Durable and Robust: The sensors are built to withstand significant shock (up to 1,500 G) and vibration (10 to 2,000 Hz), ensuring long-lasting reliability in challenging environments.
  • Flexible Operation Modes: Select between Light ON or Dark ON modes to match the operational demands of your system.
  • High-Speed Response: With a response frequency of 2 kHz, the sensors are capable of handling high-speed operations efficiently.

Detailed Specifications

  • Sensing Type: Through-beam, ideal for detecting opaque materials.
  • Sensing Distance: 5 mm, providing accurate detection in small-scale applications.
  • Sensing Target: Capable of detecting opaque materials as small as 0.8 mm × 1.8 mm.
  • Response Time: Extremely fast, with a maximum of 20 µs when light is received and 100 µs when light is interrupted.
  • Control Output: Available in NPN and PNP open collector output models.
  • Light Source: Infrared LED with a peak emission wavelength of 940 nm.
  • Power Supply: Operates within a range of 5-24 VDC, with low current consumption (≤ 15 mA).
  • Environmental Resilience: IP50 rated for protection against dust, with operational temperatures ranging from -20 to 55°C.