Delock Forked Photoelectric Sensor 5 mm Type F with 4 Open Cable Ends NPN Light-ON/Dark-ON Switchable 2 m

Forked photoelectric sensor with a 5 mm slot, through-beam sensing, and switchable NPN output. This Delock sensor detects objects passing through its fork reliably, providing a fast response time of up to 1 ms and a switching frequency of 1 kHz. The compact PBT housing with M3 mounting holes allows easy integration into industrial automation, packaging, and counting applications.

Advantages

Switchable Light-ON/Dark-ON output adapts to different control logics. The open collector NPN output supports a wide voltage range from 5 to 24 V DC, making it compatible with PLCs and microcontrollers. An integrated status LED provides immediate visual feedback for alignment and operation. The 2 m cable with four open ends offers flexible wiring options.

Suitable for

• Object detection in assembly lines
• Edge sensing and position verification
• Counting tasks in packaging machines
• Presence detection in automated feeders
• Integration with PLC and microcontroller systems

Key specifications

• Slot width: 5 mm, slot depth: 10 mm
• Output: NPN open collector, Light-ON/Dark-ON switchable
• Operating voltage: 5 - 24 V DC, max. output current: 100 mA
• Response time: max. 1 ms, switching frequency: 1 kHz
• Light source: infrared LED, indicator: output status LED
• Connection: 4 open cable ends, cable length: 2 m
• Housing material: PBT, protection rating: IP50
• Operating temperature: -25 °C to 55 °C
• Mounting: through-hole for M3 screws, dimensions: 30 x 20 x 10 mm

Recommendations

For reliable detection of small parts in high-speed processes, pair this sensor with a 24 V DC power supply and use shielded cable for longer runs to minimise electrical noise.