Leuze HT46CI/2N Photoelectric Sensor
The HT46CI/2N is a Leuze Photoelectric Sensor with 0.005–3 m sensing range and infrared detection. It operates on diffuse reflection with background suppression, features infrared LED light (860 nm), provides NPN light and dark switching outputs, supports 10–30 V DC supply, and offers IP67 protection with 250 Hz switching frequency and 2 ms response time. The HT46CI/2N belongs to Leuze under the Leuze Photoelectric Sensor category within the HT series used in industrial automation across India.
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Product | HT46CI/2N |
Leuze HT46CI/2N Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Design | Cubic |
| Operating principle | Diffuse reflection principle with background suppression |
| Special version | - |
| Sensing Distance | 0.005 ... 3 m |
| Beam path | Focused |
| Light source | LED, Infrared |
| Wavelength | 860 nm |
| Type of light spot geometry | Rectangular |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 ... 30 V, DC, Incl. residual ripple |
| Switching Output 1 | Transistor, NPN |
| Switching principle | Light switching |
| Switching Output 2 | Transistor, NPN |
| Switching principle | Dark switching |
| Switching frequency | 250 Hz |
| Response time | 2 ms |
| Function | Signal OUT Voltage supply |
| Type of connection | Cable |
| Cable length | 2,000 mm |
| Sheathing material | PUR |
| Cable color | Black |
| Number of conductors | 4 -wire |
| Wire cross section | 0.2 mm² |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 20.5 mm x 76.3 mm x 44 mm |
| Housing material | Plastic |
| Lens cover material | Plastic / PMMA |
| Housing color | Red |
| Type of display | LED |
| Ambient temperature, operation | -40 ... 60 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | -40 ... 70 °C |
| Degree of protection | IP 67 |
The HT46CI/2N Leuze 1200 mm Black-white error diffuse sensor is a cubic photoelectric sensor designed for medium-range optical detection in industrial automation. This model provides 0.005–3 m sensing distance, operates on 10–30 V DC supply, and delivers NPN switching outputs for light and dark operation. With IP67 protection and 2 ms response time, it belongs to the HT series and supports stable object detection tasks.
In conveyor systems, packaging machines, and automated assembly lines, the HT46CI/2N ensures reliable detection using infrared light with focused beam path. The 2,000 mm PUR black cable supports flexible installation inside control panels and machinery. With 250 Hz switching frequency, it maintains consistent signal output for controlled industrial processes.
The HT46CI/2N from Leuze integrates defined sensing performance with stable electrical switching logic. With DC voltage operation, IP67 enclosure rating, and specified response time, it aligns with industrial automation requirements in India. As part of the Leuze HT series Photoelectric Sensor portfolio, this model supports detection applications requiring predictable performance and structured system integration.
