Built-in Amplifier Photoelectric Sensor (Medium Size)

E3S-A

Be sure to read Safety Precautions

on page 10.

Ordering Information
Built-in Amplifier Photoelectric Sensors Red light Infrared light

Connection Model
Sensing method Appearance Sensing distance Functions
method NPN output PNP output
--- E3S-AT11 E3S-AT31
Pre-wired Timer Turbo
Horizontal External
E3S-AT21 E3S-AT41
Self Diagnosis Diagnosis

Connector
--- E3S-AT16 E3S-AT36
Through-beam (M12)
7m
Sensors --- E3S-AT61 E3S-AT81
Pre-wired Timer Turbo
Vertical E3S-AT71 E3S-AT91
External
Self Diagnosis Diagnosis

Connector
--- E3S-AT66 E3S-AT86
(M12)
--- E3S-AR11 E3S-AR31
Pre-wired Timer Turbo
Horizontal External
E3S-AR21 E3S-AR41
Self Diagnosis Diagnosis

Connector
--- E3S-AR16 E3S-AR36
Retro-reflective (M12) 2m
Sensors (100 mm) --- E3S-AR61 E3S-AR81
Vertical Pre-wired *1 Timer Turbo
External
E3S-AR71 E3S-AR91
Self Diagnosis Diagnosis

Connector
--- E3S-AR66 E3S-AR86
(M12)

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Connection Model
Sensing method Appearance Sensing distance Functions
method NPN output PNP output
--- E3S-AD13 *2 E3S-AD33
100 mm (wide view)
Timer Self Diagnosis E3S-AD23 E3S-AD43

--- E3S-AD11 E3S-AD31

Pre-wired 200 mm Timer Turbo
E3S-AD21 E3S-AD41
Self Diagnosis
Horizontal
--- E3S-AD12 E3S-AD32
700 mm Timer Turbo
E3S-AD22 E3S-AD42
Self Diagnosis

100 mm (wide view) E3S-AD18 E3S-AD38

Connector
200 mm --- E3S-AD16 E3S-AD36
(M12)
Diffuse-reflective 700 mm E3S-AD17 E3S-AD37
Sensors --- E3S-AD63 *2 E3S-AD83
100 mm (wide view)
Timer Self Diagnosis E3S-AD73 E3S-AD93

--- E3S-AD61 E3S-AD81

Pre-wired 200 mm Timer Turbo
E3S-AD71 E3S-AD91
Self Diagnosis
Vertical
--- E3S-AD62 E3S-AD82
700 mm
Timer Self Diagnosis E3S-AD72 E3S-AD92

100 mm (wide view) E3S-AD68 E3S-AD88

Connector
200 mm --- E3S-AD66 E3S-AD86
(M12)
700 mm E3S-AD67 E3S-AD87
*1. Values in brackets are the minimum required distance between the Sensor and Reflector.
*2. The following models are available with 200-mm sensing distances: E3S-AD14 and E3S-AD64.

Accessories (Order Separately)

Insert-type Long Slit
Minimum sensing
Slit width Sensing distance Model Quantity Remarks
object (typical)
0.5 mm × 11.1 mm 500 mm 0.2-mm dia. 1 of each for Emitter/
Slits can be used with the E3S-
1 mm × 11.1 mm 1.1 m 0.4-mm dia. Receiver (4 Slits total)
E39-S46 AT@@ Through-beam
1 of each for Emitter/
2 mm × 13.6 mm 2.5 m 0.8-mm dia. Sensor.➜Page 10
Receiver (2 Slits total)

Mutual Interference Prevention Filters

Sensing distance Model Quantity Remarks
2 of each for Emitter/Receiver Can be used with the E3S-AT@@ Through-beam Sensor.
2.4 m E39-E6
(4 Filters total) ➜ Page 11

Reflectors/Other Accessories
Name Sensing distance (typical) Model Quantity Remarks
2 m (100 mm) *
Reflectors E39-R1 1 Provided with E3S-AR@@ Retro-reflective Sensor.
(rated value)
1.3 m (100 mm) * E39-R3 1 ---
Small Reflectors
600 mm (70 mm) * E39-R4 1 ---
450 mm (100 mm) * E39-RS1 1
Tape Reflectors 700 mm (100 mm) * E39-RS2 1 Enables MSR function.
900 mm (100 mm) * E39-RS3 1
Optical Axis Used to check optical axis for the E3S-AT@@
--- E39-R5 1
Confirmation Reflector Through-beam Sensor.
Note: When using any Reflector other than the provided one, use a sensing distance of approximately 0.7 times the typical value as a guide.
* Values in brackets are the minimum required distance between the Sensor and Reflector.

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Mounting Brackets/Other
Appearance Model Quantity Remarks

E39-L69 1 Provided with E3S-A Horizontal Sensors.

E39-L70 1 Provided with E3S-A Vertical Sensors.

Provided with E3S-A Vertical Pre-wired

E39-L59 1
Sensors.

Provided with E3S-A Vertical Connector

E39-L81 1
Sensors.

Protective Cover for Horizontal Sensors

E39-L97 1 Note: When mounting Sensors with Connectors, the
Sensor I/O Connector will come into contact
with the Bracket. Mount the Sensor with care.

Protective Cover for Vertical Sensors

E39-L98 1 Note: When mounting Sensors with Connectors, the
Sensor I/O Connector will be longer. Mount the
Sensor with care.

Close Mounting Plate:

E39-L60 1
Provided with E3S-A Connector Sensors.

Note: If a Through-beam Model is used, order two Mounting Brackets, one for the Emitter and one for the Receiver.

Sensors I/O Connectors

Model Quantity Remarks
E39-G2 1 Provided with product.

Sensors I/O Connectors

Cable Appearance Cable type Model

Straight 2m XS2F-D421-DC0-A

5m XS2F-D421-GC0-A
Standard 3-wire
2m XS2F-D422-DC0-A
L-shaped
5m XS2F-D422-GC0-A

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Ratings and Specifications
Retro-reflective
Through-beam
Sensing method Sensors Diffuse-reflective Sensors
Sensors
(with MSR function)
E3S-AT11, 16, 21, 31, E3S-AR11, 16, 21, 31, E3S-AD13, 18, 23, 33, E3S-AD11, 16, 21, 31, E3S-AD12, 17, 22, 32,
Model 36, 41, 61, 66, 71, 81, 36, 41, 61, 66, 71, 81, 38, 43, 63, 68, 73, 83, 36, 41, 61, 66, 71, 81, 37, 42, 62, 67, 72, 82,
Item 86, 91 86, 91 88, 93 86, 91 87, 92
100 mm (wide view) 10 to 200 mm 700 mm
2 m (100 mm) *1
Sensing distance 7m (white paper 100 × (white paper 100 × (white paper 200 ×
(When using E39-R1)
100 mm) 100 mm) 200 mm)
Opaque: Opaque:
Standard sensing object ---
10-mm dia. min. 75-mm dia. min.
20% max. of sensing 10% max. of sensing 20% max. of sensing
Differential travel ---
distance distance distance
Both Emitter and
Directional angle 3 to 10° ---
Receiver: 3° to 15°
Light source (wavelength) Red LED (700 nm) Infrared LED (880 nm) Red LED (700 nm) Infrared LED (880 nm)
Power supply voltage 10 to 30 VDC, including ripple (p-p) 10%
Both Emitter and
30 mA max. (plus 30 mA max. (plus
Receiver: 20 mA max.
Current consumption approx. 15 mA with 35 mA max. approx. 15 mA with 35 mA max.
(plus approx. 15 mA with
turbo function) turbo function)
turbo function)
Load power supply voltage: 30 VDC max., Load current: 100 mA max. (residual voltage: 1 V max.)
Control output
Open-collector output (NPN or PNP depending on model), Light-ON/Dark-ON selectable
Self-diagnostic output (Only (Only Sensors with self-diagnostic function) Load power supply voltage: 30 VDC max.,
on Sensors with self-diagnos- Load current: 50 mA max. (residual voltage: 1 V max.),
tic outputs) Open-collector output (NPN or PNP depending on model)
NPN
with Emitter OFF: 0 V short-circuit or 1.5 V max.
External (source current: 1 mA max.)
diagnostic with Emitter ON: Open
input Input (leakage current: 0.1 mA max.)
(Only on voltage PNP
with Emitter OFF: +DC short-circuit or −1.5 VDC ---
Sensors with
external max. (sink current: 3 mA max.)
diagnostic with Emitter ON: Open
outputs) (leakage current: 0.1 mA max.)
Response
0.5 ms max.
time
Power supply reverse
polarity protection,
Protection circuits Power supply reverse polarity protection, Output short-circuit protection, Mutual interference prevention
Output short-circuit
protection
Response time Operation or reset: 0.5 ms max.
Sensitivity adjustment Two-turn endless adjuster with an indicator
Timer function (Only on Sen-
0 to 100 ms OFF-delay variable adjuster
sors with the timer function)
Turbo function (Only on Sen-
Yes (with turbo switch) ---
sors with the turbo function)
Ambient illumination (Receiv- Incandescent lamp: 5,000 lx max.
er side) Sunlight: 10,000 lx max.
Operating: −25°C to 55°C (with no icing or condensation)
Ambient temperature
Storage: −40°C to 70°C (with no icing or condensation)
Operating: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)
Ambient humidity
Storage: 35% to 95% (with no condensation)
Insulation resistance 20 MΩ min. at 500 VDC between current-carrying parts and case
Dielectric strength 1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min. between current-carrying parts and case
Vibration resistance
10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude for 2 hours each in X, Y, and Z directions
(destruction)
Shock resistance
Destruction: 500m/s2, 3 times each in X, Y, and Z directions
(destruction)
Degree of protection IEC IP67; NEMA: 4X (indoors only) *2
Connection method Pre-wired (standard length: 2 m) or M12 connector
Pre-wired cable: Pre-wired cable:
Pre-wired cable: Approx. 90 g
Weight (packed state) Approx. 150 g Approx. 110 g
Connector: Approx. 50 g
Connector: Approx. 70 g Connector: Approx. 60 g
Case PBT
Lens Denatured polyallylate
Material
Mounting
Stainless steel (SUS304)
Bracket
Mounting bracket (with screws), Sensitivity adjustment driver, Sensitivity adjusting knob, Instruction sheet, Close mounting plate
Accessories
(only for Sensors with connectors), and Reflector (only for Retro-reflective Sensors)
*1. Values in brackets are the minimum required distance between the Sensor and Reflector.
*2. National Electrical Manufacturers Association

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Engineering Data (Typical)

Parallel Sensing Range

Through-beam Sensors Through-beam Sensors Through-beam Sensors
E3S-AT@@ E3S-AT@@ + E39-S46 E3S-AT@@ + E39-E6
(Slit Sold Separately) (Filter Sold Separately)
500 200 200
Distance Y (mm)

Distance Y (mm)
Distance Y (mm)
Slit width: 2 mm
400 Y Y
Slit width: 1 mm
300
X 100 X
100
200
Y
100
X
0 0 0
2 4 6 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6
−100 Distance X (m) Distance X (m) Distance X (m)

−200
−100 −100
−300

−400
Slit width: 0.5 mm
−500 −200 −200

Parallel Sensing Range Sensing Range

Retro-reflective Sensors Diffuse-reflective Sensors
E3S-AR@@ + E39-R1 (with Reflector) E3S-AD@1/AD@2/AD@3/AD@6/AD@7/AD@8
Distance Y (mm)

100 40
Distance Y (mm)

E39-R1 Reflector Sensing object: white paper

80 E3S-AD@1/@3/@6/@8: 100 × 100 mm Y
30
E3S-AD@2/@7: 200 × 200 mm
60
X
20 E3S-AD@1/@6
40 Y
10
20
X
0 0
0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 400 600 800 Distance X (m)
200
−20 Distance X (m)
−10
−40 E3S-AD@2/@7
−20
−60
−30 E3S-AD@3/@8
−80

−100 −40

Excess Gain vs. Set Distance

Through-beam Sensors Retro-reflective Sensors
E3S-AT@@ E3S-AR@@ + E39-R1 (with Reflector)
100
Excess gain ratio (times)

500
Excess gain ratio (times)

E39-R1 Reflector
300
50

30
100

50
10
30

5
10
3

3 Oper-
ating 1
level
Oper-
ating 1
level 0 3 5 7 10 0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 2 2.2 2.4 2.6
Distance (m) Distance (m)

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Diffuse-reflective Sensor Diffuse-reflective Sensor Sensing Object Size vs. Sensing

Distance
E3S-AD@1/AD@2/AD@3/AD@6/AD@7/ E3S-AD@1/AD@2/AD@3/AD@6/AD@7/ E3S-AD@1/AD@2/AD@3/AD@6/AD@7/
AD@8 (Detection of White Paper) AD@8 (Detection of Black Paper) AD@8
Excess gain ratio (times)

100

Excess gain ratio (times)

500 Sensing object: White paper 1.2

Distance (m)
Sensing object: Black paper Sensing object: white paper
300 E3S-AD@1/@3/@6/@8: 100 × 100 mm E3S-AD@1/@3/@6/@8: 100 × 100 mm
50
E3S-AD@2/@7: 200 × 200 mm E3S-AD@2/@7: 200 × 200 mm OFF
30 1 ON
100 E3S-AD@2/@7

50 10 0.8
30
5
E3S-AD@2/@7
E3S 0.6
3
E3S-AD@2/@7 -AD@1/@6
10
Oper-
5 ating 1 0.4
level E3S-AD@1/@6
3 OFF
E3S 0.5 ON
-AD@1/@6
Oper- 0.3 0.2 OFF
ating 1 E3S-AD@3/@8 ON
E3S-AD@3/@8
level
0.5 E3S-AD@3/@8 0.1 0
0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 0 200 400 600 800 50 × 50 100 × 100 200 × 200 300 × 300
Distance (m) Distance (mm) Side of object (mm)

I/O Circuit Diagrams

NPN Output
Mode
Operation
Model Timing charts selector Output circuit
mode
switch
Incident light Through-beam Receivers, Retro-reflective Sensors, Diffuse-reflective
E3S-AT11
No incident light Sensors
E3S-AT16 Light indicator ON
E3S-AT61 (red) OFF L Side Light Stability 1
Brown

E3S-AT66 Light-ON Output ON indi- indicator

transistor OFF
(LIGHT ON) cator (green) (Control
Load
(red) Photo- output)
electric Black (Relay)
Load Operate Sensor 4 10 to
E3S-AR11 (e.g., relay) Reset main 100 mA max. 30 VDC
circuit
E3S-AR16 (Between brown and black) ZD
Blue
E3S-AR61 3
Incident light
E3S-AR66 No incident light
Light indicator ON
(red)
Connector Pin Arrangement
E3S-AD11 OFF D Side
Dark-ON Output ON
E3S-AD16 transistor OFF
(DARK ON) 1
2 4
E3S-AD61 Load Operate 3
E3S-AD66 (e.g., relay) Reset
(Between brown and black) Note: Pin 2 is not used.
E3S-AD12
E3S-AD17 Through-beam Emitters
E3S-AD62 Brown Connector Pin Arrangement
Power 1
E3S-AD67 indica-
1
E3S-AD13 tor Photo-
(red) electric 10 to 2 4
E3S-AD18 Sensor 30 VDC 3
main
E3S-AD63 circuit Blue
3 Note: Pins 2 and 4 are not used.
E3S-AD68

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Mode
Operation
Model Timing charts selector Output circuit
mode
switch
Incident light Through-beam Receivers, Diffuse-reflective Sensors
No incident light
T
Light indicator ON
(red) OFF
L Side
Light-ON Output ON Light Stability
Brown
transistor OFF (LIGHT ON) indica- indicator
tor Load
Load Operate (green) (relay)
(red) 100 mA max.
(e.g., relay) Reset Photo-
electric Black Load
(Between brown and black)
T: OFF-delay timer (0 to 100 ms) Sensor (Control (relay)
main ZD
circuit 50 mA max. output) 10 to
Incident light 30 VDC
E3S-AT21 No incident light
Orange (Self-diagnostic
output)
E3S-AT71 Light indicator ON ZD
(red) OFF
T D Side
E3S-AD21 Dark-ON Output ON Blue
transistor OFF (DARK ON)
E3S-AD71
Load Operate
E3S-AD22 (e.g., relay) Reset
E3S-AD72 (Between brown and black)
T: OFF-delay timer (0 to 100 ms)
E3S-AD23
Through-beam Emitters
E3S-AD73
Power indicator Brown 10 to 30 VDC
External ON (red)
diagnostic
input OFF
(Between blue and pink)
ON Photo-
--- Emitter LED --- electric Pink
OFF Sensor
main (External
Indicator ON
circuit diagnostic input)
(red) OFF

0V
Blue

Incident light Retro-reflective Sensors

No incident light
T
Light indicator ON
(red) OFF
L Side
Light-ON Output ON Light Stability
Brown
transistor OFF (LIGHT ON) indica- indicator
tor Load
Operate (green) (relay)
Load 100 mA max.
(e.g., relay) Reset (red) Photo-
Black Load
(Between brown and black) electric
(relay)
E3S-AR21 T: OFF-delay timer (0 to 100 ms) Sensor
main ZD
(Control
circuit 50 mA max. output) 10 to
E3S-AR71 Incident light 30 VDC
Orange (Self-diagnostic
No incident light output)
ZD Pink
Light indicator ON (External
(red) OFF diagnostic input)
T D Side 12 K
Dark-ON Output ON
Blue
transistor OFF (DARK ON)
Load Operate
(e.g., relay) Reset
(Between brown and black)
T: OFF-delay timer (0 to 100 ms)

Structure of Sensor I/O Connector

Classification Wire color Connection Pin No. Application
Terminal No.
Brown 1 +V
1 Brown
2 2 --- 2 ---
1 3 3 Blue For DC
4 4 Black Blue 3 0V
Black 4 Output
XS2F-D421-DC0-A
Note: Pin No. 2 is not used.

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PNP Output
Mode
Operation
Model Timing charts selector Output circuit
mode
switch
E3S-AT31 Incident light Through-beam Receivers, Retro-reflective Sensors, Diffuse-reflective
No incident light Sensors
E3S-AT36
Light indicator ON Brown
E3S-AT81 (red) OFF Light Stability 1
L Side indica- indicator
E3S-AT86 Light-ON Output ON tor
(green)
ZD
transistor OFF
(LIGHT ON) (red) Photo-
electric Black (Control output) 10 to
Load Operate Sensor 4
E3S-AR31 main 100 mA max. 30 VDC
(e.g., relay) Reset circuit
E3S-AR36 (Between blue and black) Load
E3S-AR81 Blue (Relay)
3
Incident light
E3S-AR86
No incident light
Connector Pin Arrangement
Light indicator ON
E3S-AD31 (red) OFF D Side
E3S-AD36 Dark-ON Output ON 1

transistor
(DARK ON) 2 4
OFF
E3S-AD81 3
Load Operate
E3S-AD86 (e.g., relay) Reset Note: Pin 2 is not used.
E3S-AD32 (Between blue and black)

E3S-AD37 Through-beam Model Emitters

E3S-AD82 Brown Connector Pin Arrangement
Light 1
E3S-AD87 indica-
E3S-AD33 tor
Photo- 10 to
1
(red) electric 2 4
E3S-AD38 Sensor 30 VDC 3
main
E3S-AD83 circuit
Blue
E3S-AD88 3 Note: Pins 2 and 4 are not used.

Incident light Through-beam Receivers, Diffuse-reflective Sensors

No incident light
T
Light indicator ON
(red) OFF
L Side
Light ON Output ON
transistor OFF (LIGHT ON) Brown
Load Operate
(e.g., relay) Reset
(Between blue and black)
T: OFF-delay timer (0 to 100 ms) Light Stability
indicator ZD
indica- (Self-diagnostic
tor (green)
50 mA max. Orange output) 10 to
Incident light (red) 30 VDC
Photo-
E3S-AT41 No incident light electric
ZD (Control
Sensor output) Load
E3S-AT91 Light indicator ON main 100 mA max. Black (relay)
circuit
(red) OFF
T D Side Load
E3S-AD41 Dark ON Output ON (relay)
transistor OFF (DARK ON)
E3S-AD91 Operate
Blue
Load
E3S-AD42 (e.g., relay) Reset
(Between blue and black)
E3S-AD92 T: OFF-delay timer (0 to 100 ms)
E3S-AD43
E3S-AD93 Through-beam Emitters

Power indicator
External Brown 10 to 30 VDC
ON (red)
diagnostic (External
input OFF diagnostic input)
(Between brown and pink)
ON Photo-
--- Emitter LED
OFF --- electric
Sensor
Indicator ON main Pink
circuit
(red) OFF
Blue 0V

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Mode
Operation
Model Timing charts selector Output circuit
mode
switch
Incident light Retro-reflective Sensors
No incident light
T
Light indicator ON
(red) OFF Brown
L Side
Light-ON Output ON
transistor OFF (LIGHT ON) Stability
indicator (External
Operate Light
Load (green) 4.4 K Pink diagnostic input)
indica- ZD
(e.g., relay) Reset tor
(Between blue and black) 50 mA (Self-diagnostic
max. Orange output) 10 to
E3S-AR41 T: OFF-delay timer (0 to 100 ms)
30 VDC
(red) Photo- ZD
E3S-AR91 electric (Control
Incident light Sensor output) Load
No incident light main 100 mA max. Black (relay)
circuit
Light indicator ON Load
(red) OFF (relay)
T D Side
Dark-ON Output ON Blue
transistor OFF (DARK ON)
Load Operate
(e.g., relay) Reset
(Between brown and black)
T: OFF-delay timer (0 to 100 ms)

Structure of Sensor I/O Connector

Terminal No. Classification Wire color Connection Pin No. Application

1 Brown
Brown 1 +V
2 2
1 3 3 Blue --- 2 ---
4 Black For DC
4 Blue 3 0V
XS2F-D421-DC0-A Black 4 Output
Note: Pin 2 is not used.

Adjustment Methods
Sensitivity Adjustment for Diffuse-reflective Sensors Set to Light ON
Item Sensing condition Sensitivity adjuster Indicators Procedure
Locate a sensing object at the sensing
ON → OFF OFF → ON distance, set the sensitivity adjuster to
Photoelectric (A)
the minimum scale position, and
1) Position A Sensor Backg- gradually increase sensitivity by turning
round
object the sensitivity adjuster clockwise until the
Sensing object Min. Max. Stability Light incident light indicator (red LED) is ON.
indicator indicator
(green) (red) Position A is where the indicator has
turned ON.
Position B is when the sensing object is
removed and the sensitivity adjuster is
ON → OFF ON → OFF turned clockwise until the incident light
Photoelectric
Sensor (C) indicator (red LED) is ON. Position C is
Backg-
round where the adjuster is turned
2) Position B object
(B)

Stability counterclockwise (reducing the

Light
Sensing object Min. Max. indicator indicator sensitivity) from position B until the
(green) (red) incident light indicator (red LED) is OFF.
When there are no background objects,
the maximum sensitivity is position C.
Set the sensitivity adjuster to halfway
ON ON → OFF between (A) and (C) (at the optimum
(A) (C)
sensitivity). Check that the stability
indicator (green LED) turns ON
3) Setting ---
according to whether the sensing object
Min. Max. Stability Light is there or not. There is not sufficient
indicator indicator
(green) (red) margin if it does not turn ON. If this is the
case, reconsider the detection method.
Unlike conventional Photoelectric Sensors, the variation in the sensitivity of E3S-A Photoelectric Sensors is minimal. This means
the sensitivity can be adjusted on only a single Photoelectric Sensor, and then the adjusters on the other Photoelectric Sensors
can be set to the same scale position. There is no need to adjust the sensitivity of each Photoelectric Sensor individually.

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Safety Precautions

WARNING
This product is not designed or rated for
ensuring safety of persons.
Do not use it for such purposes.
Precautions for Correct Use
Do not use the product in atmospheres or environments that
exceed product ratings.
Mounting
Position of Optical Axis of Through-beam Model
Unlike conventional through-beam sensors, the E3S-A
Through-beam Photoelectric Sensor incorporates 2 lenses.
The lens actually in use is the one marked with an arrow
indicating the position of the optical axis. When using a Slit,
attach it to the lens marked with the arrow.
Mounting Bracket (Provided)
The direction of the optical axis coincides with the machine
axis of the E3S-A when the mounting screw is inserted into
the lock hole of the Mounting Bracket. If the mounting surface
and the screw hole are correctly aligned toward the sensing
object (or toward the Retroreflector for a Through-beam
Sensor), the mechanical axis and optical axis will be aligned
when the screw is inserted into the hole. Incident light will be
detected, and time-consuming adjustment will not be
necessary. (If, however, the mounting surface is not flat,
adjustment of the optical axis may still be required.)
Adjust the position of the Sensor so that incident light points
at the center. Make sure that the incident light is at a fixed
position.
The maximum tightening torque of the screw is 0.53 N.m max.

Unused lens

Base of mounting
bracket

Optical axis indicator arrow Optical axis

Bracket can move
Machine axis in this direction
Arrow indicating optical axis position
Lens actually in use (attach the Slit to this lens) Optical axis lock hole (M3)

Position of Arrow Indicating Optical Axis ● Adjustments

Model
E3S-A
(Vertical Sensors)
E3S-A
(Horizontal
Sensors)
Tightening the Connector
Manually tighten the connector until the threads have
completely disappeared. If tightening is insufficient, the
degree of protection may not be maintained, or the connector
may become loose when it is subjected to vibration. Using
pliers to tighten the connector may damage it.
Position of lens in use E39-S46 Through-beam Slits
(Accessory, order separately)
Top
Use the rubber attachment with the metal cover if a slit width
of 2 mm is required. (A Slit is not required in this case.) Insert
Bottom the 0.5- or 1-mm Slit between the metal cover and rubber
attachment if a slit width of 0.5 or 1 mm is desired.
These Slits fit into the rubber attachment.
2 mm
Metal cover
Slit (0.5 mm or 1 mm)
Rubber attachment
13.6 mm
Arrow indicating
11.1 mm position of optical axis

Screw

Indented portions

E3S-A
Use the E39-L60 Close Mounting Plate (provided) if the
Sensor is mounted using mounting brackets or if it is mounted
directly. (Refer to Dimensions.)

Apply the Slit to the lens of the Photoelectric Sensor marked

with an arrow indicating the position of the optical axis (apply
it to the bottom lens of Horizontal Sensors and the top lens of
Vertical Sensors).

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E39-E6 Polarized Mutual Interference Prevention Filters Turbo Function ( Turbo Switch)
for Through-beam Sensors The turbo function is effective with the turbo switch pressed,
(Accessory, order separately) and the function is reset automatically when released.
• A set of 4 Filters are sold together for two Through-beam With the turbo function switched ON, the light spot is visible
Sensors (for 2 each for Emitters and Receivers). Order one even at a distance of 200 mm, making it easy to check the
for every two sets of Photoelectric Sensors. sensing position and the angle of the optical axis.
• For mounting, refer to the figure of the Through-beam Slits. Precautions
Emitter
(1)Do not keep the turbo switch pressed for longer than 3
minutes. (It will not break even if it is pressed for an
extended period.)
(2)Pressing the switch may change the timer delay settings.
Set the timer after using the turbo function to check the
Receiver
Up to two units optical axis.
Y=0 can be attached.
(3)To press the switch, use a force of 9.8 N max.
Note: The arrows on the Filters can be attached in
either direction when two Sensors are
mounted next to each other. The Filter
attached to an Emitter and to the
corresponding Receiver must be the same The intensity of the
red spot will be
in direction of polarization or the Sensor will increased, making
not function. visual confirmation
much easier.
• The arrow printed on the cover indicates the direction of
polarization. By attaching the Filters opposite to each other
in polarization to the Emitters and the Receivers in rows,
PUSH
mutual interference can be prevented (in any case, the
Filter attached to an Emitter and to the corresponding
Receiver must be the same in direction of polarization or the
Photoelectric Sensor will not function). Sensitivity adjuster
The OFF-delay timer adjuster is
used as a turbo switch (black).
Operating Mode Selection
As shown in the following illustration, the E3S-A has an
operating mode selector on the panel where the Receiver
connector is located.
With this operating mode selector, the E3S-A is in either Dark- Using the E39-R5 Optical Axis Reflector for Through-
ON or Light-ON mode. beam Sensors
(Accessory, order Separately)
Operating mode switch (black) Use this attachment when the set distance is long and
Light ON
Dark ON (ON when light is ON)
(ON when light is OFF)
adjustment is mechanically difficult with a sensing object.
D L

E3S-AT@@
Eye Receiver
E39-R5
Optical Axis Confirmation Reflector

The default operating mode is shown in the E3S-AT@@

Emitter
following table.
Default switch • Attach the Reflector to the Receiver.
Sensing method
setting • Look at the Reflector from right behind the Emitter. The
Through-beam Sensors Reflector should be bright with red light when the optical
Dark-ON
Retro-reflective Sensors beam strikes the Reflector. If the Emitter has a turbo
Diffuse-reflective Sensors Light-ON function, the Reflector looks brighter with the function
switched ON.
Timer and Turbo Switch • When the Reflector is removed, the light beam strikes the
The Emitter of the Through-beam Sensor with the self- Receiver.
diagnostic feature incorporates a turbo switch. When this
switch is ON, the intensity of the red LED light source can be
increased to make a brighter spot.

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(Unit: mm)
Dimensions Unless otherwise specified, the tolerance class IT16 is used for dimensions in this data sheet.

E3S-A Built-in Amplifier Photoelectric Sensor

Through-beam Sensors (Horizontal)
Pre-wired Sensors
4-dia. vinyl-insulated
E3S-AT11/21/31/41 (Receiver) round cable with
Sensitivity adjuster (white)
4 conductors
Timer adjuster (black) *1
(Conductor cross
Light indicator section: 0.2 mm2,
With Mounting Bracket Attached (red) (4)
40 Insulator diameter:
5.5 1.1 mm),
12.9 7
Optical Standard length: 2 m *2
axis
12.4 12 8.8 dia.
28.9 16.9

Stability indicator (green)

3.1 7.2
*1. Not applicable to Sensors with timer adjusters (E3S-AT11 and E3S-AT31).
Emitter: E3S-AT@@-L *2. The E3S-AT11 or E3S-AT31 has three conductors.
Receiver: E3S-AT@@-D
5
7.2 Stainless steel Lens (7 × 7) Optical axis
20 (SUS304)
10.5 Operation mode
30
selector switch
Optical axis 1.3

21

8
29.2
5.5 10.5 20
Two, M3 × 12 screws

1.2 10.7 Mounting Holes

A* Two, M3 holes
Two, M3 × 12 screws
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.
20

E3S-AT11/31 (Emitter)
4-dia. vinyl-insulated
round cable with
2 conductors
With Mounting Bracket Attached Power indicator (red) (Conductor cross
(4) section: 0.2 mm2,
Optical 40 Insulator diameter:
axis 17.8 1.1 mm),
Standard length: 2 m

28.9 16.9 12.4 12 8.8 dia.

3.1 7.2

5 Lens (7 × 7) Optical axis

7.2 Stainless steel
20 (SUS304)
10.5
Optical axis 30
1.3

21

29.2 10.5 20
5.5 Two, M3 × 12 screws

1.2 10.7
4-dia. vinyl-insulated round
A* Power indicator (red) cable with 3 conductors
Turbo switch
Two, M3 × 12 screws (4) (Conductor cross section:
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A. 40 0.2 mm2,
12.9 12.5 Insulator diameter: 1.1 mm),
Standard length: 2 m

E3S-AT21/41(Emitter) 12.4 12 8.8 dia.

Optical 10.5 20
axis

Mounting Holes
28.9 16.9
Two, M3 holes
3.1 7.2

20
5
7.2
20
10.5
30

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Sensors with Standard Connectors

E3S-AT16/36 (Receiver)
Sensitivity adjuster (white)
Light indicator
(red) M12 Connector
With Mounting Bracket Attached
40 (10)
Optical 12.9 7
axis

12.4 12
28.9 16.9

3.1 7.2
Stability indicator (green)

5
7.2 Stainless Lens (7 × 7) Optical axis Operation mode
10.5 20 selector switch
steel
35.5 (SUS304)
Optical axis 1.3

21

29.2 10.5 20
5.5 Two, M3 × 12 screws

1.2 10.7 Mounting Holes

A* Two, M3
Two, M3 × 12 screws
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.
20

E3S-AT16/36 (Emitter)
Power indicator (red) M12 Connector
40 (10)
With Mounting Bracket Attached
17.8
Optical
axis
12.4 12

28.9 16.9

3.1 7.2

Lens (7 × 7) Optical axis

5
7.2 Stainless
10.5 20 steel
1.3
35.5 (SUS304)
Optical axis 21

10.5 20
29.2 Two, M3 × 12 screws
5.5 Mounting Holes

1.2 10.7 Two, M3

A*

*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A. Two, M3 × 12 screws 20

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Through-beam Sensors (Vertical)

Pre-wired Sensors
E3S-AT61/71/81/91 (Receiver) 4-dia. vinyl-insulated
round cable with
4 conductors
(Conductor cross
With Mounting Bracket Attached section: 0.2 mm2,
Optical axis Lens (7 × 7) Optical axis Insulator diameter:
(4) 1.1 mm),
40
8.3 Standard length: 2 m
13.5 *1
Optical
axis
12.4 12 8.8 dia.
Stainless
28.9 16.9 steel
(SUS304)

3.1 Stability indicator Light indicator (red)

(green) Sensitivity 1.3
adjuster (white) Operation mode
3.6 selector switch
20 7.2 Timer adjuster
5.5 5.4
20 7 (black) *2
47.2 21
5.5

10.5 20
Two, M3 × 12 screws
*1. The E3S-AT61 or E3S-AT81 has three conductors.
29.2 *2. Not applicable to timer adjuster models E3S-AT61 and E3S-AT81.

1.2 10.7 Mounting Holes

Two, M3 holes
A*

10.5 20 Two, M3 x 12 screws

*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A. 20

E3S-AT61/81 (Emitter)
4-dia. vinyl-insulated
With Mounting Bracket Attached round cable
with 2 conductors
Optical axis (Conductor cross
8.3 Lens (7 × 7) Optical axis section: 0.2 mm2,
(4) Insulator diameter:
Optical 40 1.1 mm),
axis 13.5 Standard length: 2 m *
Stainless
28.9 16.9 steel
(SUS304) 12.4 12 8.8 dia.

3.1

20 7.2 Power indicator (red)

5.5 5.4 1.3
20
47.2
8.5

21

29.2 10.5 20
Two, M3 × 12 screws
1.2 10.7
A*
10.5 20 Two, M3 × 12 screws
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.

E3S-AT71/91 (Emitter)
Power indicator (red)

3.6 Turbo switch

21 12.5
29.2

1.2 10.7
*The E3S-AT71 of E3S-AT91 Mounting Holes
A* has three conductors.
Two, M3 holes
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.

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Connector Sensors
E3S-AT66/86 (Receiver)
With Mounting Bracket Attached
Optical axis M12
8.3 Lens (7 × 7) Optical axis Connector

Optical 40 (10)
axis 13.5
Use these
two holes
for
31.4 19.4 mounting. 12

3.1
Stability
indicator LIght indicator (red) Operation
Stainless steel 20 5.4 (green)
1.3 mode
(SUS304) 7.2 Sensitivity selector
41.7 adjuster switch
3.6
(white)
7
21

29.2
10.5 20
Two, M3 × 12 screws
1.2 10.7

A* Mounting Holes
Two, M3 holes
E39-L60 Close Mounting Plate (provided) 10.5 20 Two, M3 × 12 screws
(Attach the mounting plate or the
plug cannot be connected.)
20
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.

E3S-AT66/86 (Emitter)

With Mounting Bracket Attached

Optical axis Lens (7 × 7) Optical axis M12 Connector

8.3 40 (10)
13.5
Optical
axis
Use these
two holes 12
for
31.4 19.4
mounting.

3.1
Power indicator (red)
1.3

Stainless steel 20 5.4 8.5

(SUS304) 7.2
41.7 21

10.5 20
Two, M3 × 12 screws
29.2
Mounting Holes
1.2 10.7 Two, M3 holes

A*
E39-L60 Close Mounting Plate (provided) 10.5 20 Two, M3 × 12 screws 20
(Attach the mounting plate or the
plug cannot be connected.)

*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.

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Retro-reflective Sensors (Horizontal)

Pre-wired Sensors
E3S-AR11/21/31/41
Sensitivity adjuster (white)
Timer adjuster/
Turbo switch (black) *1
Turn to adjust the timer:
Light indicator (red) push to switch turbo function
With Mounting Bracket Attached (4) *2
42.3 4-dia. vinyl-insulated
Optical 5.5
15.2 7 round cable
axis with 5 conductors
2.3
(Conductor cross
section: 0.2 mm2,
28.9 16.9 Insulator diameter:
12.4 12 8.8 dia. 1.1 mm),
Standard length:
3.1 7.2 2 m *3

Stability indicator (green)

5
7.2 Stainless *1. For E3S-AR21 and E3S-AR41 only.
20 steel *2. 9.7 mm for E3S-AR21 and E3S-AR41.
10.5
30 (SUS304) *3. The E3S-AR11 or E3S-AR31 has three conductors.
Receiver
Lens (7 × 14)
Optical Operation mode
axis selector switch
Optical axis 1.3

9 29.2 21
11.5

1.2 10.7
12.8 20
A* Emitter Two, M3 × 12 screws
Two, M3 × 12 screws
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A. Mounting Holes
Two, M3 holes

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Sensors with Connectors

E3S-AR16/36
Light indicator (red) Sensitivity adjuster (white)

42.3 (10) Connector M12

With Mounting Bracket Attached 15.2 7
2.3
Optical
axis
12.4 12

28.9 16.9

Stability indicator (green)

3.1 7.2

Receiver
5.5 5 Lens (7 × 14)
Optical Operation
7.2 Stainless
20 axis mode
steel
30 (SUS304) selector switch
1.3

21
11.5

Optical axis
12.8 20
9 29.2 Emitter Two, M3 × 12 screws

Mounting Holes
1.2 10.7
Two, M3 holes
A*

*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A. Two, M3 × 12 screws

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Retro-reflective Sensors (Vertical)

Pre-wired Sensors
E3S-AR61/71/81/91
4-dia. vinyl-insulated
round cable
with 5 conductors
(Conductor cross
With Mounting Bracket Attached Receiver Optical axis section: 0.2 mm2,
Lens (5.7 × 10.9) Emitter (4) *2 Insulator diameter:
Optical axis 1.1 mm),
40 Standard length:
4.8
17 2 m *3
Optical
axis
12.4 12 8.8 dia.
Stainless
28.9 16.9 steel
(SUS304)

3.1 Light indicator

Stability indicator (red)
(green) 1.3
Sensitivity Operation mode
20 7.2 5.9 adjuster selector switch
5.5 5.4 (white)
20
47.2 7
23.3
5.5

Timer adjuster/ 10.5 20

Turbo switch (black) *1 Two, M3 × 12 screws
31.5 Turn to adjust the timer:
push to switch turbo function *1. Available on E3S-AR71 and E3S-AR91 only.
*2. 9.7 mm for E3S-AR71 and E3S-AR91.
1.2 10.7 *3. The E3S-AR611 or E3S-AR81 has three conductors.
A*

10.5 20 Two, M3 × 12 screws Mounting Holes

*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A. Two, M3 holes

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Sensors with Connectors

E3S-AR66/86
Receiver Optical axis
With Mounting Bracket Attached M12
Lens (5.7 × 10.9) Emitter Connector
Optical axis
40 (10)
4.8
17
Optical
axis
Use these 12
two holes
31.4 19.4 for
mounting.

3.1
Stability indicator Light indicator (red)
(green) 1.3
Four Sensitivity Operation
Stainless steel 20 5.4 mounting mode
5.9 adjuster
(SUS304) 7.2 holes selector switch
(white)
41.7 7
23.3

10.5 20
31.5 Two,
M3 × 12 screws
Mounting Holes
1.2 10.7
A* Two, M3 holes

E39-L60 Close Mounting Plate (provided) 10.5 20 Two, M3 × 12 screws

(Attach the mounting plate or the 20
plug cannot be connected.)
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.

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Diffuse-reflective Sensors (Horizontal)

Pre-wired Sensors
E3S-AD11/12/13/21/22/23 Sensitivity adjuster (white)
-AD31/32/33/41/42/43 Timer adjuster/
Turbo switch (black) *1
Turn to adjust the timer:
push to switch turbo function
4-dia. vinyl-insulated
Light indicator (red) round cable
(4) with 4 conductors
With Mounting Bracket Attached 40 (Conductor cross section: 0.2 mm2,
5.5
12.9 7 Insulator diameter: 1.1 mm),
Optical Standard length: 2 m *2
axis
12.4 12 8.8 dia.

28.9 16.9
Stability indicator (green)
3.1 7.2
*1. Timer adjuster: Not available on E3S-AD11, E3S-AD12, E3S-AD13, E3S-AD31,
E3S-AD32 and E3S-AD33.
Turbo switch: Available on E3S-AD21 and E3S-AD41 only.
5 *2. The E3S-AD11, E3S-AD12, E3S-AD13, E3S-AD31, E3S-AD32, or E3S-AD33 has three conductors.
7.2 Stainless
20 steel
10.5
30 (SUS304) Lens (7 × 14) Receiver
Optical Operation mode
axis
selector switch
1.3

21
Optical axis
11.5
9 29.2

10.5 20
Emitter Two, M3 × 12 screws
1.2 10.7
A* Mounting Holes
Two, M3 × 12 screws Two, M3 holes
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.

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Sensors with Connectors

E3S-AD16/17/18/36/37/38

Sensitivity adjuster (white)

With Mounting Bracket Attached Light indicator (red) M12 Connector

Optical 40 (10)
axis 12.9 7

28.9 16.9 12.4 12

3.1 7.2
Stability indicator (green)

5.5 5 Lens (7 × 14)

7.2 Stainless Receiver
20 steel Optical Operation mode
30 (SUS304) axis selector switch
1.3

21
11.5
Optical axis

9 29.2 10.5 20
Two, M3 × 12 screws
Emitter
1.2 10.7
Mounting Holes
A*
Two, M3 holes
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A. Two, M3 × 12 screws

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Diffuse-reflective Sensors (Vertical)

Pre-wired Sensors
E3S-AD61/62/63/71/72/73
4-dia. vinyl-insulated
-AD81/82/83/91/92/93 round cable
with 4 conductors
Optical axis (Conductor cross
Receiver section: 0.2 mm2,
Lens (7 × 14) Emitter Insulator diameter:
(4) 1.1 mm),
40
Standard length:
With Mounting Bracket Attached 17 2 m *1
Optical axis
4.8
12.4 12 8.8 dia.
Optical
axis

Stainless
steel Stability indicator Light indicator (red)
28.9 16.9 (green)
(SUS304) 1.3
Sensitivity
adjuster Operation mode
3.1 3.6
(white) selector
7
20 21
5.5
20 7.2
5.5 5.4
47.2
Timer adjuster/ 10.5 20
Turbo switch (black) *2 Two, M3 × 12 screws
Turn to adjust the timer:
push to switch turbo function

*1. E3S-AD61, E3S-AD62, E3S-AD63, E3S-AD81, E3S-AD82, and E3S-AD83 have

three conductors.
29.2 *2. Timer adjuster: Not available on E3S-AD61, E3S-AD62, E3S-AD63, E3S-AD81,
E3S-AD82 and E3S-AD83.
1.2 10.7 Turbo switch: Available on E3S-AD71 and E3S-AD91 only.
A*
Mounting Holes
10.5 20 Two, M3 × 12 screws
Two, M3 holes
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.

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Sensors with Connectors

E3S-AD66/67/68/86/87/88

With Mounting Bracket Attached

Receiver Optical axis Connector
Optical axis
Lens (7 × 14) Emitter M12
4.8
40 (10)
Optical 17
axis
Use these
two holes 12
31.4 19.4 for
mounting.

3.1 Stability indicator Light indicator (red)

(green) 1.3
Sensitivity Operation
Stainless steel 20 5.4 adjuster mode
(SUS304) 3.6 (white)
7.2 selector switch
7
41.7
21

10.5 20
Two, M3 × 12 screws
29.2 Mounting Holes
Two, M3 holes
1.2 10.7
A*

E39-L60 Close Mounting Plate (provided) 10.5 20 Two, M3 × 12 screws 20

(Attach the mounting plate or the
plug cannot be connected.)
*The Mounting Bracket can be attached to side A.

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Accessories (Order Separately)

Insert-type Long Slit (For Through-beam Model) Filters for Mutual Interference Prevention
E39-S46 6.8 (For Through-beam Model)
11.6
A
2.1 E39-E6
6.8
11.6
9.7
21.4 13.6

A 21.4

A *

Name Dimensions A Material Quantity Material: Stainless steel (SUS304) 2.1

Stainless steel One each for Emitter and * Two of each for the Emitter and
Supporter 2 mm Receiver (total of four)
(SUS304) Receiver (total of 2)
0.5 mm One each for Emitter and
Slits PVC
1 mm Receiver (total of 4)

Optical Axis Confirmation Reflector Reflectors

(For Through-beam Model) Mounting Brackets
E39-R5 15.9
Bracket to be attached 9.7
to the Emitter panel of 11.7
E3S-A

11.6
7.9

59.9 25 11.2

Material:
Reflector: Acryl
Back: ABS

40.9
7.5

In the interest of product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice.

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General Precautions For precautions on individual products, refer to Safety Precautions in individual product information.

WARNING
These Sensors cannot be used in safety devices for
presses or other safety devices used to protect
human life. These Sensors are designed for use in
applications for sensing workpieces and workers
that do not affect safety.

Precautions for Safe Use

To ensure safety, always observe the following precautions.

● Wiring
Item Typical examples
Power Supply Voltage • DC Three-wire NPN Output Sensors
Do not use a voltage in
excess of the operating
voltage range. Load
Brown
Applying a voltage in excess
of the operating voltage Sensor ---
Black
range, or applying AC power Blue
(100 VAC or greater) to a DC
Sensor may cause explosion
or burning.

Load Short-circuiting • DC Three-wire NPN Output Sensor

Do not short-circuit the load. • AC Two-wire Sensors
Doing so may cause explo- Example: E3E2
sion or burning. Load
Brown Load
+ (Load short circuit)
Sensor (Load Brown
Black short -
Blue circuit) Sensor
Blue

Incorrect Wiring • DC Three-wire NPN Output Sensors

Do not reverse the power • DC Three-wire NPN Output Sensors
Example: Incorrect Polarity Example: Incorrect Polarity Wiring
supply polarity or otherwise
wire incorrectly. Doing so Load
may cause explosion or Brown Load
- Brown Brown Load
burning. Sensor +
Black + Sensor Sensor
Blue Black - Blue -
Blue Black
+

Connection without a • DC Three-wire NPN Output Sensors • AC 2-wire Sensors

load Example: E3E2 etc.
If the power supply is Brown 12 to
connected directly without a 24VDC
load, the internal elements
may burst or burn. Be sure to Sensor Brown
insert a load when Black
Sensor
connecting the power
supply. Blue
0V
Blue

● Operating Environment
(1) Do not use a Sensor in an environment where there are explosive or inflammable gases.
(2) Do not use the Sensor in environments where the cables may become immersed in oil or other liquids or where liquids may penetrate the
Sensor. Doing so may result in damage from burning and fire, particularly if the liquid is flammable.

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Precautions for Correct Use

● Design Turning OFF Power
Power Reset Time An output pulse may be generated when the power is turned OFF. It
The Sensor will be ready to detect within approximately 100 ms after is recommended that the load or load line power be turned OFF
the power is turned ON. before the Sensor power is turned OFF.
If the Sensor and the load are connected to separate power supplies, Power Supply Types
turn ON the Sensor power before turning ON the load power. Any
An unsmoothed full-wave or half-wave rectifying power supply cannot
exceptions to this rule are indicated in Safety Precautions in individual be used.
product information.

Mutual Interference
Mutual interference is a state where an output is unstable because the Sensors are affected by light from the adjacent Sensors.
The following measures can be taken to avoid mutual interference.
Counter-
Concept Through-beam Sensors Reflective Sensors
measure
Use a Sensor If Sensors are mounted in close proximity, use Sensors with the interference prevention function.
with the 10 or fewer Sensors: E3X-DA@-S, E3X-MDA, E3C-LDA Fiber Sensors
interference Performance, however, will depend on conditions. Refer to pages E3X-DA-S/E3X-MDA
prevention and E3C-LDA.
1
function. 5 or fewer Sensors: E3X-NA Fiber Sensors
2 or fewer Sensors: E3T, E3Z, E3ZM, E3ZM-C, E3S-C, E3G-L1/L3, or E3S-C Built-in Amplifier Photoelectric
Sensors (except Through-beam Sensors)
E3C Photoelectric Sensor with separate amplifier
Install an A mutual interference prevention polarizing filter can be
inference installed on only the E3Z-TA to allow close-proximity
2 ---
prevention mounting of up to 2 Sensors.
filter. Mutual Interference Prevention Polarizing Filter: E39-E11
Separate Check the parallel movement distance range in the If the workpieces move from far to near, chattering may
Sensors to catalog, verify the set distance between adjacent occur in the vicinity of the operating point. For this type of
distance where Sensors, and install the Sensors accordingly at a application, separate the Sensors by at least 1.5 times the
interference distance at least 1.5 times the parallel movement operating range.
does not occur. distance range.
1.5 × L
3
Workpiece
Workpiece

L
Sensor
Sensor

Alternate Close mounting of Sensors is possible by alternating

Emitters and the Emitters with the Receivers in a zigzag fashion (up
Receivers. to two Sensors). However, if the workpieces are close
to the Photoelectric Sensors, light from the adjacent
Emitter may be received and cause the Sensor to
change to the incident light state.
Emitter
4 ---
Workpiece

Receiver
Receiver

Emitter

Offset the If there is a possibility that light from another Sensor
optical axes. may enter the Receiver, change the position of the
Emitter and Receiver, place a light barrier between the
Sensors, or take other measures to prevent the light
from entering the Receiver.
5 (Light may enter even if the Sensors are separated by
more than the sensing distance.)
If Sensors are mounted in opposite each other, slant the
Sensors as shown in the following diagram. (This is
because the Sensors may affect each other and cause
output chattering even if separated by more than the
Sensor sensing distance.)
Sensor Sensor
θ θ

Adjust the Lowering the sensitivity will generally help.

6
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Noise
Countermeasures for noise depend on the path of noise entry, frequency components, and wave heights. Typical measures are as given in the
following table.
Noise intrusion path and countermeasure
Type of noise
Before countermeasure After countermeasure
Noise enters from the noise source through the frame (1) Ground the inverter motor (to 100 Ω or less)
(metal). (2) Ground the noise source and the power supply (0-V
side) through a capacitor (film capacitor, 0.22 μF, 630
V).
+V Inverter
Common mode noise (3) Insert an insulator (plastic, rubber, etc.) between the
Sensor motor
(inverter noise) 0V Sensor and the mounting plate (metal).
Common noise IM
Insert an insulator.
applied between the
mounting board and Noise +V Inverter motor
Mounting block Sensor
the +V and 0-V (3) 0V
(metal) Noise
lines, respectively.
(2) Noise IM
(1)
Noise
Mounting block
(metal)

Noise propagates through the air from the noise source • Insert a shield (copper) plate between the Sensor and
and directly enters the Sensor. the noise source e.g., a switching power supply).
Radiant noise • Separate the noise source and the Sensor to a distance
where noise does not affect operation.
Ingress of high-fre-
quency electromag- Noise +V
netic waves directly Sensor Shield plate (copper)
source 0V
into Sensor, from
Noise +V
power line, etc. Sensor
source 0V

Noise enters from the power line. • Insert a capacitor (e.g., a film capacitor), noise filter (e.g.,
Power line noise ferrite core or insulated transformer), or varistor in the
Noise
Ingress of electromag- power line.
netic induction from +V
Sensor Noise
high-voltage wires 0V Insert a capacitor, etc.
and switching noise
from the switching +V
power supply Sensor Noise
0V

● Wiring Separation from High Voltage (Wiring Method)

Cable
Unless otherwise indicated, the maximum length of cable extension is
100 m using wire that is 0.3 mm2 or greater.
Exceptions are indicated in Safety Precautions in individual product
information.
Do not lay the cables for the Sensor together with high-voltage lines
or power lines. Placing them in the same conduit or duct may cause
damage or malfunction due to induction interference. As a general
rule, wire the Sensor in a separate system, use an independent metal
conduit, or use shielded cable.

Cable Tensile Strength

Power line
When wiring the cable, do not subject the cable to a tension greater than
that indicated in the following table.
Cable diameter Tensile strength
Less than 4 mm 30 N max.
4 mm or greater 50 N max. Work Required for Unconnected Leads
Note: Do not subject a shielded cable or coaxial cable to tension. Unused leads for self-diagnosis outputs or other special functions
should be cut and wrapped with insulating tape to prevent contact with
Repeated Bending other terminals.
Normally, the Sensor cable should not be bent repeatedly.
(For bending-resistant cable, see Attachment to Moving Parts on
page C-4.)

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Power Supply ● Mounting

When using a commercially available switching regulator, ground the Attachment to Moving Parts
FG (frame ground) and G (ground) terminals. To mount the Photoelectric Sensor to a moving part, such as a robot
If not grounded, switching noise in the power supply may cause hand, consider using a Sensors that uses a bending-resistant cable
malfunction. (robot cable).

Example of Connection with S3D2 Sensor Controller Although the bending repetition tolerance of a standard cable is
approximately 13,000 times, robot cable has an excellent bending
DC Three-wire NPN Output Sensors
tolerance of approximately 500,000 times.
Reverse operation is possible using the signal input switch on the
S3D2. Cable Bending Destruction Test (Tough Wire Breaking
Test)
With current flowing, bending is repeated to check the number of
bends until the current stops.
Blue 0 V 7 8 9
Black OUT 10 11 12
(2)
Brown +12 V

(1) (3)
4 5 6
1 2 3
S3D2 θ θ

Weight

Specimen Robot cable: Strong,

Standard cable
conductive electrical wire
Test VR (H) 3 x18/0.12
2 x 0.15 mm2, shielded
Bending
Left/right 90° each Left/right 45° each
angle (θ)
Description/conditions

Bending
--- 60 bends/minute
repetitions
Weight 300g 200g
Operation (1) through (3) in (1) through (3) in
per bending figure once figure once
Bending
radius of
5 mm 2.5 mm
support
points (R)
Result Approx. 13,000 times Approx. 500,000 times
The testing conditions of the standard cable and robot cable are
different.
Refer to the values in the above table to check bend-resistant
performance under actual working conditions.

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● Adjustments
Securing Fibers Optical Axis Adjustment
The E3X Fiber Unit uses a one-touch locking mechanism. Use the Move the Photoelectric Sensor both vertically and horizontally and set
following methods to attach and remove Fiber Units. it in the center of the range in which the operation indicator is lit or not
lit. For the E3S-C, the optical axis and the mechanical axis are the
(1) Attaching Fibers same, so the optical axis can be easily adjusted by aligning the
Open the protective cover, insert the fiber up to the insertion mark on mechanical axis.
the side of the Fiber Unit, and then lower the lock lever.
Receiver
Incident indicator or Operation indicator
Lock released position ON OFF
Emitter
Protective cover l Optimum value
Lock lever Locked 1
position Insertion
2
position Incident indicator or Operation indicator
ON OFF

Optical axis: The axis from the center of the lens to the center of
Fiber insertion mark the beam for the Emitter and the axis from the
Fiber center of the lens to the center of the reception area
9mm for the Receiver.
Mechanical axis: The axis perpendicular to the center of the lens.
(2) Removing Fibers
Open the protective cover, lift up the lock lever, and pull out the fibers. Optical axis Optical axis
Emitter Receiver

Protective cover Mechanical axis

Lock released
Emission beam Reception area
position
Locked position

Note:1.To maintain the fiber characteristics, make sure that the lock
is released before removing the fibers.
2. Lock and unlock the fibers at an ambient temperature of
−10 to 40°C.

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● Operating Environment
Water Resistance
Do not use in water, in rain, or outside.
Ambient Conditions
Do not use this Sensor in the following locations. Otherwise, it may
malfunction or fail.
(1) Locations exposed to excessive dust and dirt
(2) Locations exposed to direct sunlight
(3) Locations with corrosive gas vapors
(4) Locations where organic solvents may splash onto the Sensor
(5) Locations subject to vibration or shock
(6) Locations where there is a possibility of direct contact with water,
oil, or chemicals
(7) Locations with high humidity and where condensation may result
Environmentally Resistive Sensors
The E32-T11F/T12F/T14F/T81F-S/D12F/D82F and E3HQ can be used
in locations (3) and (6) above.
Optical Fiber Photoelectric Sensors in Explosive Gas
Atmospheres
The Fiber Unit can be installed in the hazardous area, and the
Amplifier Unit can be installed in a non-hazardous area.
<Reason>
For explosion or fire due to electrical equipment to occur, both the
hazardous atmosphere and a source of ignition must be in the same
location. Optical energy does not act as an ignition source, thus there
is no danger of explosion or fire. The lens, case, and fiber covering are
made of plastic, so this setup cannot be used if there is a possibility of
contact with solvents that will corrode or degrade (e.g., cloud) the
plastic.
<Ignition Source>
Electrical sparks or high-temperature parts that have sufficient energy
to cause explosion in a hazardous atmosphere are called ignition
sources.
Hazardous area Non-hazardous area
Fiber Unit
Amplifier Unit
Sensing object
Influence from External Electrical Fields
Do not bring a transceiver near the Photoelectric Sensor or its wiring,
because this may cause incorrect operation.
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Points to Check When the Sensor Does Not Operate
• If the Sensor does not operate, check the following points.
(1) Are the wiring and connections correct?
(2) Are any of the mounting screws loose?
(3) Are the optical axis and sensitivity adjusted correctly?
(4) Do the sensing object and the workpiece speed satisfy the ratings
and specifications?
(5) Are any foreign objects, such as debris or dust, adhering to the
Emitter lens or Receiver lens?
(6) Is strong light, such as sunlight (e.g., reflected from a wall), shining
on the Receiver?
(7) Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the Sensor under any
circumstances.
(8) If you determine that the Sensor clearly has a failure, immediately
turn OFF the power supply.
Lens and Case
The lens and case of the Photoelectric Sensor are primarily made of
plastic. Dirt should be gently wiped off with a dry cloth. Do not use
thinner or other organic solvents.
• The case of the E3ZM, E3ZM-C and E3S-C is metal. The lens,
however, is plastic.
● Accessories
Using a Reflector (E39-R3/R37/RS1/RS2/RS3)
During Application
(1) When using adhesive tape on the rear face, apply it after washing
away oil and dust with detergent. The Reflector cannot be
mounted if there is any oil or dirt remaining.
(2) Do not press on the E39-RS1/RS2/RS3 with metal or a
fingernail.This may weaken performance.
(3) This Sensor cannot be used in locations where oil or chemicals
may splash on the Sensor.
M8 and M12 Connectors
• Be sure to connect or disconnect the connector after turning OFF
the Sensor.
• Hold the connector cover to connect or disconnect the connector.
• Secure the connector cover by hand. Do not use pliers, otherwise
the connector may be damaged.
• If the connector is not connected securely, the connector may be
disconnected by vibration or the proper degree of protection of the
Sensor may not be maintained.
● Others
Values Given in Typical Examples
The data and values given as typical examples are not ratings and
performance and do not indicate specified performance. They are
rather values from samples taken from production lots, and are
provided for reference as guidelines. Typical examples include the
minimum sensing object, engineering data, step (height) detection
data, and selection list for specifications.
Cleaning
• Keep organic solvents away from the Sensor. Organic solvents will
dissolve the surface.
• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the Sensor.
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