Choosing a Proximity Switch
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Harsh Environment Photoelectric Switches


Nano
M8 Plug

Micro
M12 Plug
Rated IP69K, these switches can withstand high-pressure and high-temperature washdowns. They detect the presence or absence of an object with a light beam moving at high speeds and produce PNP or NPN signal output. To determine the signal output of a switch you are replacing, use Testers for Proximity and Photoelectric Switches (not included).
IP67 and IP68 rated switches are protected from temporary submersion.
Direct sensing switches detect objects when light reflects back from the object. The transmitter and receiver are in the same housing, so they fit in confined spaces.
Receiver switches detect objects when an object breaks the light beam between the transmitter and receiver (both included). They have a longer sensing distance than direct-sensing and reflector switches.
Reflector switches detect an object when it passes between the switch and the reflector, interrupting the beam. They have a longer sensing distance than direct-sensing switches.
Switches with a plug connect to cables with a socket (sold separately), allowing you to quickly connect and disconnect the switch.
Color immune switches have the same sensing distance for dark and light colored objects.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Light Beam Switch Operation | Max. Sensing Distance | Input Voltage | Current Output | Signal Output Type | Lg. | Ht. | Wd. | Housing Material | Temperature Range, °F | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | |
With Wire Leads—Color Immune | |||||||||||||
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Direct Sensing Switch with Visible Light Beam | |||||||||||||
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 8" | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | PNP | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 8" | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | NPN | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Receiver Switch with Visible Light Beam | |||||||||||||
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 32.5ft. | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | PNP | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Reflector Switch with Visible Light Beam | |||||||||||||
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 16ft. | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | PNP | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 16ft. | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | NPN | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Switches | Cables with Socket | ||||||||||||||
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Light Beam Switch Operation | Max. Sensing Distance | Input Voltage | Current Output | Signal Output Type | Lg. | Ht. | Wd. | Housing Material | Temperature Range, °F | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | Each | ||
With 3-Pole Nano M8 Plug—Color Immune | |||||||||||||||
Direct Sensing Switch with Visible Light Beam | |||||||||||||||
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 8" | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | PNP | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 8" | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | NPN | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Reflector Switch with Visible Light Beam | |||||||||||||||
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 16ft. | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | PNP | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
With 4-Pole Micro M12 Plug—Color Immune | |||||||||||||||
Direct Sensing Switch with Visible Light Beam | |||||||||||||||
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 8" | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | PNP | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 8" | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | NPN | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Receiver Switch with Visible Light Beam | |||||||||||||||
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 32.5ft. | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | PNP | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Reflector Switch with Visible Light Beam | |||||||||||||||
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 16ft. | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | PNP | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
On When Object Absent, On When Object Present | 16ft. | 10V DC-30V DC | 100mA | NPN | 13/16" | 1 3/8" | 1/2" | Stainless Steel | 15° to 175° | IP65, IP68, IP69K | UL Listed, CE Marked, EN 60947-5-2 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |