Photoelectric Cubic sensors S100 Series

Datasensing S100 Series

The S100 Series delivers a benchmark family of miniature photo-electric sensors, engineered for very compact installation, versatile detection modes, and industrial-grade robustness. With dimensions of only ~32 × 20 × 12 mm, the series supports optical modes covering from fixed-focus and background-suppression through diffuse and long-range emitter/receiver up to ~12 m, making it a highly flexible solution for automation, packaging and intralogistics.

Design & Functionality

• The housing features two threaded front mounting holes and two slotted rear mounting holes, enabling flexible mounting in machine frames, conveyors or side-channels. 
• Optical mode variants include:
  • Through-beam models with nominal sensing distances up to ~12 m. 
  • Retro-reflective models up to ~7 m (infrared) or ~5.5 m (polarised) depending on reflector.
  • Diffuse proximity models with nominal sensing distances ~300 mm (short range) or ~500 mm (long range) on white targets. 
  • Background-suppression versions with nominal ranges around ~30-100 mm (short) or ~200 mm (long) for near-field detection. 
  • High-speed contrast/mark-detection versions with sensing distances ~12 mm and response times as low as ~25 µs and switching frequencies up to ~20 kHz. 
• Output logic: Models provide selectable Light-On / Dark-On mode, NPN or PNP outputs, and in several variants IO-Link (COM2) connectivity and dual output channels — delivering smart integration for Industry 4.0 applications. 
• Mechanical and electrical data: Operating voltage 10…30 V DC, load current up to 100 mA, housing material plastic (ABS/PMMA), and protection rating IP67 — built for harsh automation layouts. 

Total Crossed Beams

(In this context, this means the sensor gives consistently reliable detection coverage across its sensing zone, not literally crossed beams.)

• The S100 Series ensures a stable detection field even in constrained mounting spaces or when using varied optical configurations (diffuse, retro-reflective, fixed focus).
• This leads to fewer mis-detections and better repeatability, which is critical in high-throughput packaging, conveyor or intralogistics installations.

Beam Pitch Options

(Here interpreted as selectable sensing-distance / variant options rather than literal beam spacing.)

• Example option: Diffuse proximity ~300 mm nominal on white target. 
• Example option: Through-beam mode up to ~12 m nominal. 
• Example option: Background-suppression ~30-100 mm or ~200 mm. 
• Example high-speed contrast version: ~12 mm sensing distance with response ~25 µs. 
• These variant options allow selection of a model that matches your target size, mounting clearance, background conditions and speed — delivering design flexibility.

Intrinsic Synchronism

• The electronics and sensing module are fully self-contained — no external synchronization wiring is required — simplifying wiring and reducing installation time.
• With IO-Link capable models, you gain additional parameterization, diagnostics and integration, enhancing connectivity and monitoring capability for smart manufacturing.

Operational Advantages

• Tiny housing, full capability: Despite its miniature footprint, the S100 Series can handle a wide range of optical modes and sensing distances — making it ideal where space is at a premium.
• Versatile detection in one series: From fixed-focus to long-span emitter/receiver, diffuse to background suppression, and ultra-fast contrast sensors, the S100 line covers a plethora of application scenarios.
• Smart-sensor ready: With IO-Link support and dual output channels in advanced variants, the sensor fits into modern automation systems and Industry 4.0 infrastructures.
• Robust in harsh environments: IP67 housing, sturdy mounting options, compact size and full logic selection make the S100 reliable in packaging machines, conveyors, intralogistics systems, and machine-tool environments.
• Applications: Ideal for packaging detection, conveyor presence/absence, transparent film detection, mark/contrast reading, intralogistics (AGV detection, sorter positioning), machine tool limits, and any environment requiring compact mounting, optical versatility, and smart integration.