Baumer FEDM 12P5101/S35A Photoelectric Sensor
The Baumer FEDM 12P5101/S35A through-beam receiver offers 6 m operating range, PNP output, and IP67 protection for industrial automation. This Baumer Photoelectric Sensor from the FEDM series operates on 10–30 VDC, supports light/dark operate modes, provides <1 ms response time, and uses an M8 4-pin connector in a zinc die-cast housing.

| Brand | Baumer |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Model Number | FEDM 12P5101/S35A |
Baumer FEDM 12P5101/S35A Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Through beam sensor |
| Measuring distance | 6 m to 7.5 m |
| Adjustment | No |
| Output indicator | LED yellow |
| Light source | - |
| Wave length | - |
| Response time / release time | < 1 ms |
| Voltage supply range +Vs | 10 … 30 VDC |
| Current consumption max. (no load) | 17 mA |
| Voltage drop Vd | <1.8 VDC |
| Output circuit | PNP |
| Output current | 100 mA |
| Short circuit protection | Yes |
| Width / diameter | 12.4 mm |
| Height / length | 35 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm |
| Design | Rectangular |
| Housing material | Die-cast zinc |
| Connection types | Connector M8 4 pin |
| Protection class | IP 67 |
| Operating temperature | -25 … +65 °C |
FEDM 12P5101/S35A Baumer Through Beam Photoelectric Sensor is a miniature photoelectric sensor receiver used for precise object detection in industrial automation systems. The FEDM 12P5101/S35A Baumer Through Beam Photoelectric Sensor operates with a 6 m actual range, PNP output, and a 10–30 VDC supply. It belongs to the FEDM series and is applied where compact size and stable switching performance are required.
In industrial automation environments, the FEDM 12P5101/S35A Baumer Through Beam Photoelectric Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging machines, automated assembly stations, and material handling systems. The through-beam receiver configuration supports consistent object detection across defined distances, while the <1 ms response time enables accurate switching in fast-moving processes. Its compact rectangular housing supports installation in confined machine layouts.
The Baumer FEDM 12P5101/S35A photoelectric sensor combines a durable zinc die-cast body with IP67 environmental protection for continuous industrial operation. As part of the FEDM series, it aligns with Baumer sensing solutions designed for reliable detection tasks. The FEDM 12P5101/S35A Baumer Through Beam Photoelectric Sensor is suitable for applications requiring predictable output behavior and mechanical stability under industrial conditions.
