OPB460N11

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Optical sensors are used as the basis of wide range of devices, including robots, medical devices, cameras, and even particle accelerators. A particular example of an optical sensor is the OPB460N11 photointerrupter. This device is a type of slot type photointerrupter with logic output and is typically used for linear movement detection, mechanical object detection, and end-stop control such as in machinery.

The OPB460N11 is an optically coupled logic-output device that consists of infrared emitter and IC detector components. The emitter, housed in a black plastic body, produces an infrared beam of light which is then projected by the detector, which is contained in a white plastic body. The two components are securely bonded together to ensure the accuracy of the photointerrupter logic output. The combined unit can be connected directly to other devices, such as robots, for accurate positioning.

In its most basic form, the OPB460N11 is used for detecting objects that move through its aperture, a slot in the body of the photointerrupter. When an object obstructs the beam, the detector will record a state change in its output. This information can then be used to trigger other outputs, such as commands from a robot arm.

The OPB460N11 is also capable of detecting linear and rotational motion. This versatility makes it especially useful in applications such as automatic conveyors and object positioning robots, where one or multiple objects can be controlled simultaneously. It\'s logic output can also be used to detect mechanical wear of moving parts and to create feedback systems that can be used to indicate the status of mechanical objects.

The OPB460N11 can also be used to control end stops, such as controlling when a robot arm reaches its maximum limit. This is achieved by having the sensor mounted to the end stop, and then connecting it to the robot arm, such that when its output detects a logic high level, the robot arm will be prevented from continuing any further.

In operation, the OPB460N11’s emitter and detector form an optocoupled set of components. When an object interrupts the light beam between the two components, the detector will detect a state change in its output, which in turn can be connected to other devices. The logic output from the detector can be either a sinking or sourcing type, depending on the devices connected to it. The detector is also capable of detecting movement as low as 10milliseconds.

The OPB460N11\'s performance is further enhanced by its ability to mount on a variety of substrates, from rigid to flexible materials. The device is constructed from durable plastic, metal, and ceramic components designed to handle a wide range of temperatures. This allows it to perform in numerous industrial application fields, including those with higher temperatures and vibration.

Overall, the OPB460N11 can be a useful tool in industrial machines for detection, monitoring, and control. Its compact size and logic output allow for its easy installation and integration with other devices, such as robot arms or sensing systems. Being highly temperature tolerant and mechanically robust, the OPB460N11 presents itself as an ideal choice when optical sensing is needed in a variety of application fields.

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