Description:
The Allen-Bradley 42SRU-6002 Series B Photoswitch Compact Photo Sensor (42SRU6002) is used in industrial sensing and object detection systems to detect the presence or absence of materials without physical contact. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, packaging machines, material handling equipment, and automated production lines where reliable photoelectric sensing is required. Maintenance teams, OEMs, and system integrators use this sensor for equipment replacement, automation upgrades, system troubleshooting, and production line optimization.
Applications:
The 42SRU-6002 compact photo sensor is widely used in manufacturing and processing environments for part detection, position sensing, counting, and presence verification. It is suitable for conveyors, labeling systems, assembly machines, sorting equipment, and packaging operations where consistent, high-speed optical detection improves process accuracy and efficiency.
Technical Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
• Model / Part number: 42SRU-6002
• Series: Series B
• Product type: Compact photoelectric sensor
• Sensing method: Photoelectric detection
• Output type: Solid-state output
• Supply voltage: 10–30 V DC
• Housing type: Compact industrial housing
• Connection type: Cable connection
• Mounting: Bracket or panel mount
• Application environment: Industrial automation systems
Common Replacements:
• Allen-Bradley 42SRU-6001
• Omron E3Z-D61
• Banner Engineering QS18VN6LP
