High-Precision E3Z-LS61 Photoelectric Sensor with Visible Red LED

Omron E3Z-LS61 Photoelectric Sensor - Comprehensive Product Overview

The Omron E3Z-LS61 represents the pinnacle of photoelectric sensing technology, delivering unmatched precision and reliability for industrial automation applications. As part of Omron's acclaimed E3Z series, this through-beam photoelectric sensor sets new standards in object detection with its advanced optical engineering and robust construction. The transmitter and receiver pair work in perfect synchronization to detect objects with millimeter-level accuracy across substantial distances, making it indispensable for quality control, process automation, and safety applications in demanding industrial environments.

Advanced Technical Features and Operational Benefits

• Universal Power Compatibility: Designed for global industrial applications with a wide operating voltage range of 12-24 VDC ±10% (ripple P-P: 10% maximum), ensuring stable performance across varying power conditions.
• Energy-Efficient Operation: Consumes a maximum of just 15 mA at 24 VDC, reducing operational costs while maintaining high performance standards.
• Configurable Output Options: Features user-selectable NPN (sinking) or PNP (sourcing) transistor outputs (100 mA maximum load current) for seamless integration with PLCs, controllers, and automation systems worldwide.
• Industry-Leading Sensing Distance: Achieves reliable object detection up to 15 meters between emitter and receiver, providing exceptional flexibility in system design and layout.
• Ultra-Fast Response Capability: With a maximum response time of 1 millisecond (both ON and OFF), the sensor keeps pace with high-speed production lines and rapid automation sequences.
• Rugged Industrial Construction: High-grade ABS plastic housing (UL94 V-0 rated) provides superior resistance to mechanical stress, chemical exposure, and environmental factors common in manufacturing facilities.
• Space-Optimized Design: Compact dimensions of 18 × 40 × 10.5 mm (width × height × depth) and lightweight construction (10 grams) enable installation in space-constrained applications without compromising performance.
• Exceptional Environmental Protection: IP67 rating (IEC60529) ensures complete protection against dust ingress and temporary immersion in water (up to 1 meter for 30 minutes).
• Extended Temperature Operation: Maintains specified performance across an impressive temperature range from -25°C to +55°C, suitable for freezer applications and hot industrial environments alike.
• High-Visibility Optical System: Utilizes a bright 650 nm wavelength red LED light source that remains clearly visible for easy alignment while being eye-safe for operators.
• Omron Quality Assurance: Backed by Omron's standard 1-year manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use conditions.

Precision Detection for Diverse Industrial Applications

The Omron E3Z-LS61 photoelectric sensor delivers reliable performance across numerous industrial sectors and applications:

• Automated Manufacturing: Precise detection of components on assembly lines, verification of part presence in robotic workcells, and monitoring of production flow in discrete manufacturing.
• Packaging Automation: High-speed detection of packages, labels, and sealing points in blister packaging, cartoning, and case packing systems.
• Logistics and Material Handling: Object counting on conveyor systems, pallet presence verification in automated storage systems, and position detection in automated guided vehicles (AGVs).
• Printing and Paper Processing: Reliable sheet counting, jam detection in high-speed printers, and web break monitoring in continuous paper processing equipment.
• Food and Beverage Production: Sanitary-compatible detection of packaged goods, bottle cap verification, and production line monitoring in hygienic processing environments.
• Automotive Manufacturing: Critical component verification in engine assembly, body-in-white positioning, and final inspection stations.
• Pharmaceutical Production: Precise counting of blister packs, vial detection, and packaging verification in cleanroom-compatible applications.
• Electronics Assembly: PCB presence detection, component verification, and automated testing equipment integration.

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