Tri-Tronics MDIR5 Polarized Retroreflective Sensor

Description:

The TRI-TRONICS MDIR5 Polarized Retro MITY-EYE Sensor is used in industrial automation systems for detecting reflective targets, objects, and materials using polarized retroreflective sensing technology. Commonly installed on packaging machines, conveyors, and manufacturing equipment requiring reliable object detection while minimizing false signals from reflective surfaces. Maintenance teams and automation technicians use this part for sensor replacement, production line repairs, equipment upgrades, and restoring accurate detection performance.

Applications:

The TRI-TRONICS MDIR5 Polarized Retro MITY-EYE Sensor is commonly used in industrial automation applications including packaging, material handling, assembly, and inspection systems. The polarized retroreflective design allows the sensor to reliably detect shiny or reflective objects such as metal, glass, and finished products while reducing interference caused by background reflections.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: TRI-TRONICS
• Model / Part number: MDIR5
• Catalog number: 16384
• Product type: Polarized retroreflective photoelectric sensor
• Series: MITY-EYE
• Function: Detects objects using reflected light from a retroreflective target
• Sensing method: Polarized retroreflective optical sensing
• Light source: Infrared LED
• Application: Packaging equipment, conveyors, inspection systems, and industrial automation
• Detection capability: Reflective and non-reflective object detection
• Sensor housing: Compact industrial sensor design
• Installation: Machine-mounted sensor assembly
• Output: Industrial switching output (configuration dependent)
• Application environment: Manufacturing plants, automated production lines, and material handling systems

Common Replacements:

• TRI-TRONICS MDIR5 MITY-EYE Sensor
• TRI-TRONICS 16384 Polarized Retroreflective Sensor
• Compatible Industrial Retroreflective Photoelectric Sensor