IP69K Products Survive Repeated High Pressure Washdown

Submitted by Omron
Omron has been providing automation solutions for more than 80 years. Their washdown rated products and extreme washdown products in the IP69k protection class help you deliver safer solutions to your customers.

Omron brings expertise in the food processing / packaging, automotive, semiconductor, infrastructure, and the oil and gas industries. Their products are supported globally wherever your machine may ship.

Omron's IP69k products can withstand harsh washdown environments to ensure food safety conditions are met regarding:

Cleanability – rounded and sealed construction to allow high washdown pressures at any angle. They also allow for cleaning using aggressive cleaning solutions.

Validated Cleaning and Sanitizing Protocols – Omron's IP69k products can withstand high and low ambient operating conditions as well as washdown in extreme environments and maintain integrity.

Products include:


Delta Robot IP69K

The fastest picking system integrated in the Sysmac platform.
  • Rated working range: Ø 1,100 x 250 mm (Max. 400)
  • Max. Payload: 3 kg
  • Cycle time 25/305/25 mm (0.1 kg): Up to 150 cycle/min
  • Protection class: IP69K


E3FA/E3RA Sensor

High performance photoelectric sensor in compact M18 housing.

The E3FA/E3RA family provides a wide range of high quality M18 cylindrical sensors, with models designed for standard or special applications.
  • Simplicity in selection and installation
  • Compact size with flush mounting option
  • IP67, IP69K for wash down resistance
  • Straight or Radial models in cylindrical M18 plastic housing
  • Background suppression, Limited Distance and Transparent detection models available

E3FB-E3RB
E3FB/E3RB

High performance photoelectric sensor in compact M18 housing.

The E3FB/E3RB family provides a wide range of high quality M18 cylindrical sensors, with models designed for standard or special applications.
  • Nickel-plated brass housing
  • Compact size with pre-wired or M12 connector options
  • IP67, IP69K for water and wash down resistance
  • Straight or Radial models in cylindrical M18 housing
  • Background suppression, Limited Distance and Transparent detection models available

E3FC
E3FC

M18 Photosensor in high-grade stainless steel housing.

The E3FC represents a compact M18 sensor with high housing protection for wash-down applications in Food & Beverage industry.
  • High grade steel housing (SUS316L)
  • Proven with various industrial detergents of Ecolab and Diversey
  • Withstands heat shock conditions
  • Epoxy resin at connector/cable end preventing water ingress
  • Bright visible red LED enabling easy alignment

E3ZM
E3ZM

Photoelectric sensor in compact stainless steel housing.

This high-temperature, high-pressure photoelectric sensor is designed with a food grade 316L stainless steel housing.
  • High grade stainless steel housing (SUS316L)
  • IP67 and IP69k for wash down resistance
  • Ecolab tested and certified detergent resistance
  • Laser-etched part number and markings
  • Switch-selectable Light-On/Dark-On operation

E3ZM-B
E3ZM-B

Transparent object detection sensor in compact stainless steel housing.

The E3ZM-B family provides models for general transparent material detection as well as specialized models providing the highest stability for detection of PET bottles.
  • Reliably detects PET and thin wall plastic bottles
  • Detergent-resistant compact SUS316L housing
  • Includes Bi-refringent, P-opaquing technology
  • IP69K rated housing for high pressure wash down

E3FM-C
E3FM-C

Oil-resistant photoelectric sensor in compact stainless steel housing.

This oil-resistant, compact photoelectric sensor in a robust stainless steel housing features reliable object detection in dirty and mechanically demanding environments such as automotive assembly lines.
  • Oil-resistant stainless steel housing
  • IP67 and IP69K for wash down resistance
  • High-visibility orange LED on through beam model for easy alignment

E3S-DB
E3S-DB

Superb Detection of Many Types of Transparent Objects

High detection capabilities for stable detection of a wide range of transparent workpieces in the food and packaging industries, including glass bottles, PET bottles, films and trays. You can increase equipment operating rates and reduce commissioning and maintenance work.
  • Double-slit optical design ensures reception of only parallel light to stabilize detection.
  • P-opaquing function ensures attenuation of 70% even on films with little difference in light levels.
  • Narrow beam enables incident light with gaps as narrow as 3mm.
  • Visible spot in the reflector lets you easily adjust the optical axis.
  • Large indicators are easy to see from any angle.
  • IP69K water resistance withstands harsh environments.
  • Resistance to detergents certified by Ecolab.

E3Z-F
E3Z-F

Rectangular Body with M18 Barrel Nose for Flexible Mounting

The new E3Z-F shaped series is added to the wide Omron E3Z offerings.
  • Visible red LED for easier alignment and trouble-shooting
  • E3Z-F is available in Through-beam, Diffuse and polarized Retro-Reflective
  • Diffuse-reflective: 100mm, 300mm, 500mm, 1m
  • Through-beam: 20m, Retro-reflective: 4m

E3ZM-V
E3ZM-V

Print mark detection photoelectric sensor in compact stainless steel housing

The detergent resistant photoelectric sensor in a robust stainless steel housing provides reliable detection of all common print marks in food packaging applications.
  • White LED for stable detection of differently coloured or black print marks
  • SUS 316L stainless steel housing
  • Easy-to-use teach-in button
  • Fast response time of 50μ

E2A-DC3-WIRE
E2A - DC 3-Wire

Long Distance, Short Barrel Cylindrical Inductive DC 3-wire

The long Range Proximity Sensor with Threaded Nickel Plated Brass & Stainless Steel Housing.
  • 1.5 to 2 times longer sensing distance compared with CENELEC standard
  • 360 degree view of yellow operation indicator
  • Built-in circuit protection
  • Standard sizes: M8, M12, M18 and M30
  • Normally Open and Normally Closed Available
  • Stainless steel or Nickel-Plated Brass body

E2EH
E2EH

Heat and detergent resistant inductive sensor in cylindrical stainless steel housing.

The heat and detergent resistant inductive sensors provide reliable metal object or machine part detection in demanding environments such as food processing.
  • Temperature resistant up to 120°C
  • SUS316L housing with heat resistant plastic sensing face
  • IP69k for highest water resistance
  • ECOLAB tested and certified detergent resistance

E2A3
E2A3

Long Distance Inductive Proximity Sensor in Cylindrical Brass Housing

The E2A3 family features optimized sensing performance to achieve triple sensing distance for flush mounting requirements.
  • Triple distance for enhanced sensor protection from mechanical damage
  • Stainless steel and brass housings available
  • IP67 and IP69k enclosure rated

E2Q5
E2Q5

Long Distance Square Inductive Proximity Sensor

The long sensing distance and simple installation on flat surfaces make the E2Q5 ideal for detection of large metal objects, such as parts in automotive assembly lines.
  • M12 Plug-in connection
  • Long 40 mm sensing distance
  • Integrated short circuit and reverse polarity protection
  • Active face position: Y-axis 15°, X-axis 90° increments

Y92E
Y92E-S/Y92E-S_PP

Detergent Resistant Cable Connectors

IP69K Rated Sensor Connector Cordsets for Food, Beverage, Pharma applications.

A complete detergent and wash-down resistant sensing solution of sensor connector cordsets.
  • 3-Pin and 4-Pin Connectors, M8 and M12 Sizes
  • Food Grade SUS316L Ferrules
  • Use with Chemical resistant Photoelectric and Inductive sensors – E3FC, E3ZM and E2EH
  • Straight and Angled Connectors
Y92E-S
  • Wide Operating Temp Range - -25°C to 70°C
  • PVC Cable Material
Y92E-S_PP
  • Wide Operating Temp Range - -30°C to 90°C
  • Polypropoylene Connector Support and cable material
  • ECOLAB approved

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