The Omron F3W-MA0300P Safety Light Curtain combines 30 mm detection capability with 20 infrared beams for machine safety applications using muting trigger detection. Its optical arrangement provides a 300 mm gap between the muting trigger beams, distinguishing this configuration from models with closer trigger-beam spacing. The unit uses an infrared LED light source for non-contact sensing and an M12 connector for connection with compatible machine safety equipment. Operating from a 24 VDC power supply, it can be integrated into safeguarding arrangements where muting-related object detection is required. The F3W-MA0300P identifies this model within the F3W Series and belongs to the industrial muting detection range available through Omron safety automation products.
Long: 0.3 to 20.0 m (1 to 65 ft.)
Short: 0.3 to 7.0 m (1 to 23 ft.)
Connection Method
M12 connectors: 5-pin emitter, 8-pin receiver, IP67 rated when mated, Cables prewired to sensors
Light Source
Infrared LEDs, Wavelength: 870 nm
Startup Waiting Time
2 s max.
Power Supply Voltage
SELV/PELV 24 VDC±20% (ripple p-p 10% max.)
Current Consumption
Emitter: 45 mA max.; Receiver: 75 mA max.
Muting Outputs
Two PNP transistor outputs. *
Load current of 300 mA max.,
Residual voltage of 2 V max.
Protective Circuit
Protective Circuit Output short protection, Power supply reverse polarity protection
Insulation Resistance
20 M? or higher (500 VDC megger)
Ambient Temperature
Operating: -10 to 55°C
Storage: -25 to 70°C
Ambient Humidity
Operating: 35% to 85%
Storage: 35% to 95%
Degree Of Protection
IP65 and IP67
Materials
Housing: Aluminum alloy, Cap: PBT resin, Front window: Acrylic resin, Cable: Oil-resistant PVC resin, FE plate: Stainless steel
Net Weight
0.9 kg
The Omron F3W-MA0300P is a F3W Area/Light Curtain Sensor designed for use in machine guarding, access protection, and point-of-operation safety around conveyors, presses, and automated lines. It is usually evaluated together with related models such as Omron F3SJ-A1270P30 (Hand/arm protection, 25 mm beam gap, 51 beams, 1270 mm protective height, M12 Connector 8-pin), Omron F3SJ-A1265P20 (Hand protection, 15 mm beam gap, 84 beams, 1265 mm protective height, M12 Connector 8-pin), and Omron F3SJ-A0995P30 (Hand/arm protection, 25 mm beam gap, 40 beams, 945 mm protective height, M12 Connector 8-pin) when engineers are matching safety light curtains to application risk levels and space constraints. Reviewing application type, beam gap, number of beams, protective height, and connection method makes it easier to select the right curtain for finger protection, hand detection, or body protection zones along the machine. The F3W-MA0300P integrates cleanly with safety relays, controllers, and emergency circuits where a reliable Omron Safety Light.
