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Omron EE-SX474 — Interface & Transceivers

Omron EE-SX474 Through-Beam Slot Sensor, NPN Light-ON, 5 V

MPNEE-SX474
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Omron EE-SX474, through-beam slot optical sensor, NPN open-collector Light-ON output, 5 V supply, 5 mm sensing gap, chassis-mount package, active production.

$34.46Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

EE-SX474 specifications
ParameterValue
MountingChassis Mount
Operating temperature high-25°C to 55°C(TA)
Output signalNPN - Open Collector/Light-ON
Package_typeTray
Sensing_typeThrough-Beam
StatusActive
Supply voltage5.0
Switching current0.035
Sensing distance max0.197

Product details

The Omron EE-SX474 is a through-beam slot-type optical sensor with a 5 mm sensing gap. Output is NPN open-collector, active when the beam is uninterrupted (Light-ON). It runs on a 5 V supply and draws 35 mA max switching current. The housing is chassis-mount, suited for fixed position sensing on conveyors, edge detection, or flag presence in light industrial equipment.

5 V supply — not a 12 V drop-in

Rated supply is 5 V. The slot gap is 5 mm — enough for a standard PCB edge or a thin flag, but tight for thicker media. Operating temperature range is -25°C to 55°C, so it stays inside for factory-floor use; not rated for outdoor or high-temp enclosures.

Active, no end-of-life notice

Marked Active on lifecycle. No LTB or EOL notice on record.

Frequently asked questions

What is the output type of EE-SX474?

NPN open-collector, Light-ON — output transistor turns on when the slot beam is uninterrupted.

Is EE-SX474 compatible with 12 V supply?

No — the rated supply is 5 V. Operating outside this range may damage the sensor or cause erratic switching.

What is the difference between EE-SX474 and EE-SX470?

The EE-SX470 is a different variant; the EE-SX474 uses a 5 mm slot with NPN Light-ON output. Check the specific datasheet for the EE-SX470 to compare slot width and output logic.

Is there a direct substitute for EE-SX474?

The EE-SPX305-W2A is a through-beam NPN open-collector sensor with the same 5 mm gap and 5 V supply, but its output is Dark-ON and operating temperature range is -10°C to 55°C. Verify wiring logic before substituting.