Omron E3S-CD12 Photoelectric Switch Sensor 2M 30V E3SCD12

Description:

The Omron E3S‑CD12 reflective photoelectric switch sensor is an industrial object detector that uses a reflected light beam to sense targets without physical contact. Installed in automated systems where dependable presence, position, or motion detection is required. Maintenance teams, system integrators, and automation technicians use this sensor for replacement, retrofit, and system upgrades to ensure reliable object detection in manufacturing environments.

Applications:

The Omron E3S‑CD12 photoelectric switch is used in conveyor lines, packaging machinery, assembly stations, material handling equipment, and inspection systems to detect product presence, position, or passage. Omron photoelectric sensors are deployed in industrial automation where consistent non‑contact detection improves process control, supports control logic, and enhances reliability across manufacturing and material handling operations.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Omron
• Model / Part Number: E3S‑CD12
• Product Type: Reflective Photoelectric Sensor
• Sensing Mode: Reflective detection (receiver and emitter integrated, detects object when light reflects back)
• Sensing Distance: Up to ~2 m (reflective range)
• Light Source: LED emitter
• Output Type: NPN or PNP discrete output (variant dependent)
• Supply Voltage: Typically 12–24 V DC
• Response Time: Fast switching for dynamic detection
• Indicators: LED for power and output status
• Housing: Rugged industrial enclosure
• Protection Rating: Industrial environment rating (often IP67)
• Mounting: Bracket or surface mount
• Operating Temperature: Industrial specification range
• Application: Object presence, position, and motion detection

Common Replacements:

• Omron E3Z‑D67 Photoelectric Sensor
• Omron E3FA Series Photoelectric Sensor
• Sick W4 Reflective Photoelectric Sensor