EE-SPX613

Pipe-mounting Liquid Level Photomicrosensor with Built-in Amplifier
EE-SPX613
CSM_EE-SPX613_DS_E_5_2
Liquid Level Photomicrosensor with
operation mode and sensitivity selectors
for easy application.
• Operation mode selector allows modes to be switched easily.
• Sensitivity selector is suitable for any 6- to 13-mm-diameter transparent or
semi-transparent pipe with a wall thickness of 1 mm.
• Uses a clean (with no powder parting agent) cable.
• Operating voltage range: 12 to 24 VDC
For the most recent information on models that have been certified for
safety standards, refer to your OMRON website.
Be sure to read Safety Precautions on
page 3.
Ordering Information
Appearance
Sensing method
Output type
Through-beam
type
NPN output
Output configuration
Dark-ON or Light-ON
(selectable)
Cable length
1m
Model
EE-SPX613 1M
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EE-SPX613
Ratings and Specifications
Item
Models
EE-SPX613
Applicable pipe
Any 6- to 13-mm-diameter pipe with a wall thickness of 1 mm that is made of FEP or any other material as transparent
as FEP.
Sensing object
Liquids in pipes
(High-viscosity liquids or liquids with floating materials may not be detected.)
Light source
GaAs infrared LED with a peak wavelength of 940 nm
Indicator
Light indicator GaP (Red LED: Peak wavelength of 700 nm)
Supply voltage
12 to 24 VDC ±10%, ripple (p-p): 5% max.
Current consumption
Average: 30 mA max., Peak: 80 mA max.
Control output
NPN open collector:
Load power supply voltage: 5 to 24 VDC
Load current: 100 mA max.
OFF current: 0.5 mA max.
100 mA load current with a residual voltage of 0.8 V max.
40 mA load current with a residual voltage of 0.4 V max.
Ambient illumination
3,000 lx max. with incandescent light or sunlight on the surface of the receiver
Ambient temperature
range
Operating: −10 to +55°C
Storage: −25 to +65°C (with no icing or condensation)
Ambient humidity
range
Operating: 5% to 85%
Storage: 5% to 95% (with no condensation)
Vibration resistance
Destruction: 10 to 500 Hz, 1.0-mm single amplitude or 150 m/s2 in X, Y, and Z directions
3 times and for 11 min each
Shock resistance
Destruction: 500 m/s2 for 3 times each in X, Y, and Z directions
Degree of protection
IEC 60529 IP50
Connecting method
Pre-wired (Standard length: 1 m)
Weight (packed state)
Approx. 55 g
Material
Accessories
Case
Cover
Polycarbonate
Support belt (2), slip protection tube (2), Instruction Manual
I/O Circuit Diagrams
NPN Output
Model
Output
configuration
Dark-ON
Timing charts
Incident (with no liquid)
Interrupted (with liquid)
Light indicator ON
(red)
OFF
ON
Output
transistor
OFF
Load
(relay)
EE-SPX613
Operation
mode selector
D·ON
(DARK ON)
Operates
Releases
Light-ON
Load
(relay)
Light indicator
(red)
(Brown)
Load
Main
circuit
Incident (with no liquid)
Interrupted (with liquid)
ON
Light indicator
(red)
OFF
ON
Output
transistor
OFF
Output circuit
L·ON
(LIGHT ON)
OUT
(Black)
12 to 24 VDC
(Blue)
Operates
Releases
2
EE-SPX613
Operation
The EE-SPX613 detects the level of liquid by detecting the difference
in refractive index between the air and liquid.
1. If there is no liquid in the pipe, the
emitted beam will reach the
receiver after it is refracted by the
pipe. (Light incident.)
Pipe
Without liquid
Receiver
Emitter
Pipe
2. If there is liquid in the pipe, the
emitted beam will pass through the
liquid and not reach the receiver.
(Light interrupted.)
With liquid
Sensitivity selector (available only with EE-SPX613)
Receiver
Emitter
If the diameter of the pipe is close to 6 mm, some of the emitted beam
may reach the receiver because the angle of refraction is small, thus
making the stable operation of the EE-SPX613 difficult.
In such cases, set the sensitivity selector to Low and check that
EE-SPX613 operation is stable.
If there are floating materials on the surface on the liquid, some of the
emitted beam may reach the receiver after it is reflected by the
floating materials, thus making the stable operation of the
EE-SPX613 difficult. In such cases, set the sensitivity selector to Low
to stabilize operation.
For normal use, set the sensitivity selector to High to account for
reduced sensitivity caused by deterioration of the emitter due to age
and stains on the pipe.
Safety Precautions
Refer to Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
WARNING
This product is not designed or rated for ensuring
safety of persons either directly or indirectly.
Do not use it for such purposes.
Precautions for Correct Use
Make sure that this product is used within the rated ambient
environment conditions.
● Nomenclature
EE-SPX613
Operation selector
Sensitivity selector
Light indicator
(red)
Cable
● Mounting
• The EE-SPX613 may not operate correctly if it is attached to an
unsuitable pipe (e.g., opaque pipe).
• Always use the supporting belts and slip protection tubes that are
provided with the EE-SPX613 when attaching the EE-SPX613 to a
pipe, as shown in the following illustration, and make sure that the
pipe is in the center of the sensor slot and not separated from the
pedestal. When tightening the supporting belts, make sure that the
pipe will not be deformed.
● Adjustment
• The EE-SPX613 requires 10 ms to be in stable operation after
power is supplied.
If separate power supplies are used for the EE-SPX613 and load,
be sure to supply power to the EE-SPX613 before supplying power
to the load.
• Make sure that smoke, air bubbles, or water droplets are not able
to form either inside or outside the pipe. Otherwise, a malfunction
may occur.
• Do not impose any force exceeding 5 N on the operation mode
selector or sensitivity selector.
● Others
Operating Environment
• Do not use the EE-SPX613 outdoors.
• Do not use the EE-SPX613 in places where water, oil, or chemical
may be sprayed onto the EE-SPX613.
The exterior coverings of the EE-SPX613 are made of
polycarbonate. Keep the coverings away from any alkaline,
aromatic hydrocarbon, or aliphatic chloride hydrocarbon solvents,
all of which will damage the coverings.
• Do not use the EE-SPX613 in places where the EE-SPX613 is
subject to direct sunlight, corrosive gas or salt air.
Supporting belts
Slip protection
tubes
Pipe
having a total cross-section area of 0.15 mm2. The total cable
length must be 5 m maximum.
Sensor
Pedestal
• When attaching the EE-SPX613 to a pipe with a supporting belt,
make sure that the pipe will not be deformed.
● Wiring
• Do not impose any excessive force on the cable. Do not pull the
cable with any tractive force exceeding 30 N.
• When extending the cable, use an extension cable with conductors
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EE-SPX613
(Unit: mm)
Dimensions
Tolerance class IT16 applies to dimensions in this datasheet unless otherwise specified.
EE-SPX613
Optical axis
16 14.4 8.5
Pedestal
26
Sensing window (1.8 × 0.8)
Optical axis
13
1
1.6
17.2
12.4
9.2
1.8
6.6 dia.
Sensitivity selector
3.1
8.1
Indicator window
4.9
3.5
4.5
Operation selector
Cable
Vinyl-insulated round cable of 3.5 dia., 3 cores,
(0.15 mm2 with 1.0-dia. insulator); Standard length: 1 m
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Dimensions and weights are nominal and are not to be used for manufacturing purposes, even when tolerances are shown.
PERFORMANCE DATA
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result of OMRON’s test conditions, and the users must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the OMRON
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typographical, or proofreading errors, or omissions.
2012.8
In the interest of product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice.
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