Leuze PRK3C.A3/2N-M8 50136261 Retro-reflective Photoelectric Sensors
The Leuze PRK3C.A3/2N-M8 is a high-precision Retro-reflective Photoelectric Sensor (Part No. 50136261) designed for accurate object detection, rapid switching, and stable signal performance. Manufactured by Leuze, this Retro-reflective Photoelectric Sensors component supports reliable monitoring of automated processes, ensuring consistent detection of moving and stationary components in industrial systems.
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product | Retro-reflective Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | PRK3C.A3/2N-M8 |
Leuze PRK3C.A3/2N-M8 50136261 Retro-reflective Photoelectric Sensors - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating principle | Reflection principle |
| Operating voltage | 0 ... 4 m (guaranteed operating range), With reflector TK(S) 100x100 |
| Number of connections | 1 Piece(s) |
| Type of connection | Connector |
| Thread size | M8 |
| Type | Male |
| Material | Metal |
| No. of pins | 4 -pin |
| Ambient temperature, operation | -40 ... 60 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | -40 ... 70 °C |
| Degree of protection | IP 67, IP 69K |
| Net weight | 10 g |
| Light source | LED, Red |
| Wavelength | 635 nm |
| Supply voltage | 10 ... 30 V, DC, Incl. residual ripple |
| Residual ripple | 0 ... 15 %, From UB |
| Open-circuit current | 0 ... 15 mA |
| Number of digital switching outputs | 2 Piece(s) |
| Switching element | Transistor, NPN |
| Switching principle | Light switching |
| Switching frequency | 1,500 Hz |
| Response time | 0.33 ms |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 11.4 mm x 34.2 mm x 18.3 mm |
| Housing material | Plastic |
| Plastic housing | ABS |
| Housing color | Red |
| Type of display | LED |
| Operational controls | Teach button |
The Leuze PRK3C.A3/2N-M8 (Part No. 50136261) operates by projecting a light beam toward a reflector and detecting the returned signal. When an object interrupts the beam, the sensor generates an electrical output to the control system. This through-beam principle provides fast, precise, and repeatable detection for accurate object recognition in automated workflows.
Industrial applications include conveyor lines, packaging machinery, automated assembly stations, material handling systems, and robotic operations. The PRK3C.A3/2N-M8 ensures precise detection of components, coordinates machine actions, and supports quality control, improving efficiency and minimizing operational errors in production environments.
Designed for challenging industrial conditions, the PRK3C.A3/2N-M8 maintains reliable performance under vibration, dust, and continuous operation. Its robust housing and high-quality optical components ensure long-term durability, consistent detection, and dependable operation in demanding factory settings.