DART CONTROLS PHOTOELECTRIC OPTICAL PICKUP OPU

DART CONTROLS PHOTOELECTRIC OPTICAL PICKUP is a self-contained scanner capable of driving devices such as electronic counters or sensitive relays without additional amplification. The sensor emits a steady, invisible light beam from dual infrared LEDs. Light reflected from a surface or object within its range is detected by a photo-diode. The amplified output of the photo-diode switches an NPN transistor on when light is sensed and off when not sensed. The transistors open collector output can be used to drive an external load of up to 50mA. For indoor use only.

Features:

• 3-Wire sensor produces square wave output
• NPN open collector output sinks 50mADC max
• Output rise/fall: 600,000 PPM max
• Supply voltage: +5 to +6VDC
• Ambient temperature: 0°C to +70°
• Unit is epoxy sealed inside a threaded steel housing
• 6' 3-conductor shielded cable and two mounting nuts are furnished as standard

Application Notes:

• The OPU can be used as a tachometer pickup to sense shaft speed by placing a reflective tape or mark on the rotating shaft. It can also sense spokes on a wheel or moving machine parts
• As a proximity sensor, it can be used to detect objects such as items on a conveyor.
• The OPU is intended for use in applications which are shielded from strong ambient light - especially sunlight