F&C U-shaped Slot-type Photoelectric Sensor FC-SPX302

The FC-SPX302 is a U-shaped (slot or fork-type) photoelectric sensor with a 5mm sensing gap. It operates as a through-beam type sensor, meaning the emitter and receiver are in the same housing.

Key technical specifications

• Sensor type: Slot or U-shaped through-beam photoelectric sensor.
• Sensing gap: 5mm.
• Detection object: Opaque objects larger than 1.5mm x 0.8mm.
• Light source: 940nm infrared modulated light.
• Operating voltage: 5 to 24V DC.
• Output type: NPN or PNP, with both normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) options.
• Response frequency: 1 kHz.
• Output current: Up to 100mA.
• Connection: 4-wire cable connection.
• Protection: Reverse power connection and output short-circuit protection.
• Protection level: IP54, which indicates protection against dust and splashing water.
• Ambient temperature: -10 to 50°C.

Common applications

The FC-SPX302 is used in industrial automation for applications such as:

• Limit function: Detecting the end position of a mechanism.
• Position sensing: Precisely detecting an object's position.
• Object detection: Sensing the presence or absence of a part.
• Mark detection: Identifying marks or alignment points.
• Counting: Counting items on a conveyor or assembly line.