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Photoelectric sensors

AutomationDirect has expanded its photoelectric sensor line to include 18mm rectangular plastic DC models.

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The IP67 rated sensors, available in 12 models, feature an 18mm diameter threaded lens and M12 quick-disconnect. The GX3 series is a diffuse photoelectric available with either NPN or PNP light-on outputs and features background suppression technology with fixed sensing distances of 100 mm or 150 mm.  The GXP series is a polarized reflective photoelectric available with either PNP light-on output or NPN or PNP dark-on output and features fixed sensing distances of up to 20 meters.  The GXR/E series are through-beam photoelectric models available with either NPN or PNP light-on or dark-on outputs and offer fixed sensing distances of up to 4 meters.
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