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Photomicrosensor (Transmissive)
EE-SX3162/3163/3164-P Series
EE-SX4162/4163/4164-P Series
EE-5002 1M
Slot / Connector Type
• Photo IC output (Dark-ON / Light ON)
• Connector with strong lock manufactured by JST. Mates
with GHR-03.
• Mounted with M2 screws
• Models available for 5-V or 12-V power supply.
• Zener diode mounted for greater noise immunity
(EE-SX3162-P1-Z and EE-SX4162-P1-Z only).
• Connector with cable (Order Separately) is available.
EE-5002 1M (Refer to page 5.)
Features
Models with Connectors Eliminate the Need
for a Separate PCB
All-in-One Structure Facilitates Downsizing
Models Available for Mounting on X, Y, and Z Axes
Models with connectors are available with different mounting directions.
Be sure to read Safety Precautions on page 3.
Photomicro
sensor
Control PCB
No PCB designing!
Enables downsizing!
Axis X
Axis Z
Axis Y
Application
Office Automation Equipment
(Copier, Printer)
Amusement Equipment Home Appliances (Air Cleaner) Vending Machine, ATM
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Ordering Information
Photomicrosensor
Ratings, Characteristics and Exterior Specifications
Absolute Maximum Ratings (Ta = 25°C)
*Even if the specified conditions are met, perform derating of the
voltage and current as required by the temperature rating diagram.
Also, do not expose the product to freezing or condensation.
Exterior Specifications
Electrical and Optical Characteristics
(Ta = 25°C)
*1. The value of the response frequency is measured by rotating the
disk as shown below.
*2. Only with models ending in -Z.
Appearance Sensing
method
Connecting
method
Sensing
distance
Aperture size
(H × W) (mm)
Output
type
Power supply
voltage
Output
configuration Model
Side mounting
Transmissive
(slot type) Connector
Emitter
1.4 x 1.4
Detector
1.4 x 0.5
Photo IC
12 VDC
Dark-ON EE-SX3162-P1
EE-SX3162-P1-Z
Light-ON EE-SX4162-P1
EE-SX4162-P1-Z
5 VDC Dark-ON EE-SX3162-P2
Light-ON EE-SX4162-P2
L-shaped mounting
12 VDC Dark-ON EE-SX3163-P1
Light-ON EE-SX4163-P1
5 VDC
Dark-ON EE-SX3163-P2
Light-ON EE-SX4163-P2
Horizontal mounting
12 VDC Dark-ON EE-SX3164-P1
Light-ON EE-SX4164-P1
5 VDC Dark-ON EE-SX3164-P2
Light-ON EE-SX4164-P2
14
16
13
5 mm
(Slot width)
14.7
13.3
13.6
14
8.3
22.6
Item
Symbol
Rated value
Unit
Remarks
EE-SX3162-P1
EE-SX3162-P1-Z
EE-SX3163-P1
EE-SX3164-P1
EE-SX4162-P1
EE-SX4162-P1-Z
EE-SX4163-P1
EE-SX4164-P1
EE-SX3162-P2
EE-SX3163-P2
EE-SX3164-P2
EE-SX4162-P2
EE-SX4163-P2
EE-SX4164-P2
Power supply
voltage
VCC 13.2 DC 5.5 DC V —
Output
voltage VOUT 13.2 V —
Output
current IOUT 16 mA —
Permissible
output
dissipation
POUT 80 mW —*
Operating
temperature
Topr -20 to +85 °C —*
Storage
temperature
Tstg -30 to +85 °C —*
Appearance
Side mounting L-shaped
mounting
Horizontal
mounting
Item
EE-SX3162-P1
EE-SX3162-P1-Z
EE-SX4162-P1
EE-SX4162-P1-Z
EE-SX3162-P2
EE-SX4162-P2
EE-SX3163-P1
EE-SX4163-P1
EE-SX3163-P2
EE-SX4163-P2
EE-SX3164-P1
EE-SX4164-P1
EE-SX3164-P2
EE-SX4164-P2
Connecting method Connector
Weight Approx. 1.2 g Approx.1.4 g Approx. 1.1 g
Material
Case Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)
Emitter and
receiver
sections
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)
Item
Symbol Rated value
12 VDC model 5 VDC model
Dark-
ON
EE-SX3162-P1
EE-SX3162-P1-Z
EE-SX3163-P1
EE-SX3164-P1
EE-SX3162-P2
EE-SX3163-P2
EE-SX3164-P2
Light-
ON
EE-SX4162-P1
EE-SX4162-P1-Z
EE-SX4163-P1
EE-SX4164-P1
EE-SX4162-P2
EE-SX4163-P2
EE-SX4164-P2
Power supply
voltage VCC 10.8 to 13.2VDC 4.5 to 5.5 VDC
Current
consumption ICC 25 mA max.
(With and without incident)
Low-level
output voltage VOL
0.3 V max. (IOUT=16 mA)
(Dark-ON: without incident,
Light-ON: with incident)
High-level
output voltage VOH
(VCC×0.9 V max. (VOUT=VCC, RL=47 kΩ))
(Dark-ON: with incident,
Light-ON: without incident)
Response
frequency f
3 kHz min.
(VOUT=VCC, IOUT=16 mA *1)
1 kHz min.
(VOUT=VCC, IOUT=16 mA *1,*2)
0.5 mm
0.5 mm
2.1 mm
Disk
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Engineering Data (Reference value)
Safety Precautions
To ensure safe operation, be sure to read and follow the Instruction Manual provided with the Sensor.
This product is not designed or rated for ensuring
safety of persons either directly or indirectly. Do not
use it for such purposes.
Do not use the product with a voltage or current
that exceeds the rated range.
Applying a voltage or current that is higher than the rated range may
result in explosion or fire.
Do not miswire such as the polarity of the power
supply voltage.
Otherwise the product may be damaged or it may burn.
Do not short-circuit the load.
Otherwise explosion or burning may occur.
This product does not resist water. Do not use
the product in places where water or oil may be
sprayed onto the product.
Do not use the product in atmospheres or
environments that exceed product ratings.
Dispose of this product as industrial waste.
Fig 1. Output Allowable Dissipation vs.
Ambient Temperature Characteristics
Fig 2. Sensing Position Characteristics
(Typical)
Fig 3. Sensing Position Characteristics
(Typical)
Ambient temperature Ta (°C)
0
20
40
60
80
100
-40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 8090100
Output allowable dissipation Pout (mW)
Distance d (mm)
-3
d1 = 0±0.3 mm VCC = 12 V Ta = 25°C
RL = 47 kΩ
d1
-2 -1 0 1 2 3
d
(Center of axis)
OFF
(ON)
Output transistor
Light
interrupting
plate
ON
OFF
( )
CAUTION
Precautions for Safe Use
Precautions for Correct Use
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Dimensions and Internal Circuit (Unit: mm)
Photomicrosensor
6
(4.5)
Optical axis
2.7
13
11.6
7.5
8.3
4.5 5
(7)
6.4
(14)
A
A
Aperture width
(3) (1)(2)
Manufactured by JST
Recommended Mating Connectors:
JST (Japan Solderless Terminal) GHR-03
2
16
11
8.3
5.6
2.5
5
Cross section view A-A
(Detector side)
1.4
0.5
2.5 dia. 2-R1.55
Marked surface
(brand, model number,
and lot)
V
O
G
V
O
G
EE-SX3162-P1
EE-SX3162-P1-Z
EE-SX4162-P1
EE-SX4162-P1-Z
EE-SX3162-P2
EE-SX4162-P2
Internal Circuit
Unless otherwise specified, the
tolerances are as shown below.
Note: Dimensions in
parentheses are for
reference only.
Dimensions Tolerance
3 mm max. ±0.2
3 < mm ≤ 6 ±0.24
6 < mm ≤ 10 ±0.29
10 < mm ≤ 18 ±0.35
18 < mm ≤ 30 ±0.42
Terminal No. Name
(1) Ground (GND)
(2) Output (OUT)
(3) Power supply (VCC)
Aperture size (H × W)
Emitter Detector
1.4 × 1.4 1.4 × 0.5
Note: Only with models ending in -Z.
Manufactured by JST
(3) (1)(2) Recommended Mating Connectors:
JST (Japan Solderless Terminal) GHR-03
(6.65)
(13.2)
1.4
0.5
5.6
5 8.3
2.4
2.5
7.5
8.4
5
13.6
12.4
2.7
6.4
7.5
2.7
6.3
A
A
2-R1.55 2.5 dia.
Optical axis Aperture width
Cross section view A-A
(Detector side)
Marked surface
(brand, model number,
and lot)
V
O
G
EE-SX3163-P1
EE-SX4163-P1
EE-SX3163-P2
EE-SX4163-P2
Internal Circuit
Aperture size (H × W)
Emitter Detector
1.4 × 1.4 1.4 × 0.5
Terminal No. Name
(1) Ground (GND)
(2) Output (OUT)
(3) Power supply (VCC)
Unless otherwise specified, the
tolerances are as shown below.
Note: Dimensions in
parentheses are for
reference only.
Dimensions Tolerance
3 mm max. ±0.2
3 < mm ≤ 6 ±0.24
6 < mm ≤ 10 ±0.29
10 < mm ≤ 18 ±0.35
18 < mm ≤ 30 ±0.42
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Connector with cable (Order Separately)
Optical axis
(8.5)
(4.15)
1.4
0.5
8.3
5.6
5
12.6
5
2.5
22.6
2.7
10
11.6
(7)
6.4
17.6
7.5
2.7
8.4
(14)
A
A
2
2.5 dia. 2-R1.55 Cross section view A-A
(Detector side)
Aperture width
Recommended Mating Connectors:
JST (Japan Solderless Terminal) GHR-03
Manufactured by JST
(3)(1) (2)
Marked surface
(brand, model number,
and lot)
EE-SX3164-P1
EE-SX4164-P1
EE-SX3164-P2
EE-SX4164-P2
Terminal No. Name
(1) Ground (GND)
(2) Output (OUT)
(3) Power supply (VCC)
Aperture size (H × W)
Emitter Detector
1.4 × 1.4 1.4 × 0.5
Unless otherwise specified, the
tolerances are as shown below.
Note: Dimensions in
parentheses are for
reference only.
Dimensions Tolerance
3 mm max. ±0.2
3 < mm ≤ 6 ±0.24
6 < mm ≤ 10 ±0.29
10 < mm ≤ 18 ±0.35
18 < mm ≤ 30 ±0.42
V
O
G
Internal Circuit
3
2
1
(3)
(1) (2)
1,000 ±10
3 ±0.5
EE-5002 1M
No. Name Model/
Specifications Quantity Manufacturer
(1) Connector, HS for
101-150 harness GHR-03V-S 1 JST
(2) Connector, CT for
101-150 harness SSHL-002TP0.2 3 JST
(3) Lead wires UL1061
AWG26 3—
Wiring
Connector circuit number Lead-wire color
1Blue
2Black
3Brown
• Application examples provided in this document are for reference only. In actual applications, confirm equipment functions and safety before using the product.
• Consult your OMRON representative before using the product under conditions which are not described in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems, railroad
systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical equipment, amusement machines, safety equipment, and other systems or equipment that may have a serious
influence on lives and property if used improperly. Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product provide a margin of safety for the system or
equipment, and be sure to provide the system or equipment with double safety mechanisms.
OMRON Corporation
Electronic and Mechanical Components Company Contact: www.omron.com/ecb Cat. No. E460-E1-04
1217(1016)(O)
Note: Do not use this document to operate the Unit.