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Omron EE-SX972-C1 Photomicrosensor
The Omron EE-SX972-C1 Photomicrosensor offers Throughbeam with slot, T-shaped, slot center 7 mm, 5 mm Sensing distance, NPN Output, Connector (4 poles), 5 to 24 VDC Power supply voltage, With both Dark-ON and Light-ON mode. Manufactured by Omron under the Omron Photoelectric Sensors category, this model belongs to the Omron EE Series.
| Brand | Omron |
| Product | Photomicro Sensors |
| Model Number | EE-SX972-C1 |
Omron EE-SX972-C1 Photomicrosensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | T-shaped, slot center 7 mm |
| Sensing Method | Throughbeam with slot |
| Sensing Distance | 5 mm |
| Power Supply Voltage | 5 to 24 VDC |
| Control Output (Output Type) | NPN |
| Connection Method | Connector (4 poles) |
| Current Consumption | 21 mA |
| Operation Mode | With both Dark-ON and Light-ON |
| Control Output (Residual Voltage) | at 5 mA load current: 0.4 V max. at 50 mA load current: 1.0 V max. |
| Control Output (Load Current) | 50 mA max. |
| Indicator | Light indicator (orange) |
| Luminous Method | Non-modulated |
| Ambient Temperature (Operating) | -25 to 55 β (with no freezing or condensation) |
| Ambient Temperature (Storage) | -30 to 80 β (with no freezing or condensation) |
| Ambient Humidity (Operating) | 5 to 85 % (with no freezing or condensation) |
| Ambient Humidity (Storage) | 5 to 95 % (with no freezing or condensation) |
| Vibration Resistance | Destruction: 10 to 2000 Hz, 0.75 mm single amplitude in each X, Y, and Z directions (15 min, 10 cycle) |
| Shock Resistance | Destruction: 500 m/s2 for 3 times each in X, Y, and Z directions |
| Degree Of Protection | IP50 |
| Material | Case: Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) Cover: Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) Emitter/Receiver: Polycarbonate (PC) |
The Omron EE-SX972-C1 is a T-shaped grooved photomicrosensor with a 5 mm slot width and a 7 mm center slot height. It features a connector-type design for easy installation and is widely used in high-precision industrial automation environments.
This model supports both Light-ON and Dark-ON outputs simultaneously, using an NPN open collector output configuration. It has a low current consumption of 21 mA and can handle up to 50 mA load current. The integrated orange LED indicator provides quick visual feedback, making operation checks simple and efficient.
With a robust housing made from PBT and polycarbonate, the EE-SX972-C1 is built for reliability in operating temperatures from -25Β°C to 55Β°C. The sensor is ideal for applications requiring accurate part detection in compact layouts, such as PCB assembly, sorting machines, and small automation equipment.
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