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Omron EE-SX972P-C1 — Interface & Transceivers

Omron EE-SX972P-C1 Through-Beam Slot Sensor, 0.02 mm Gap

MPNEE-SX972P-C1
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Omron EE-SX972P-C1 through-beam photomicrosensor, T-shaped slot module, 0.02 mm sensing gap, 30 V supply, 4 ms response, chassis mount with M3 screws, -25°C to 85°C operating range.

$30.54Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Omron EE-SX972P-C1 datasheet (PDF)
Independent supplier — new & surplus stockAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

EE-SX972P-C1 specifications
ParameterValue
MountingChassis Mount, M3 Screw
Operating temperature high-25°C to 85°C
Package_typeBulk
Sensing_typeThrough-Beam
StatusActive
Response time4.0
Supply voltage30.0
Switching current0.05
Sensing distance max0.02

Product details

Slot sensor for position and edge detection

The Omron EE-SX972P-C1 is a through-beam photomicrosensor in a T-shaped slot module. It detects an object passing through the 0.02 mm gap by interrupting the light beam between the emitter and receiver. The through-beam sensing type gives you reliable detection regardless of target surface finish or color — the beam either makes it across or it doesn't.

If you're freezing a BOM for a multi-year production run, this part is currently in the manufacturer's active portfolio.

Mounting and wiring notes

Chassis mount with M3 screws — two holes, standard metric hardware. The bulk package means you get the sensor alone, no cable or connector. Plan your own wiring: the output type isn't specified in the available data, so you'll want to pull the datasheet to confirm NPN or PNP configuration before laying out the input card. The switching current is rated at 0.05 A, so keep the load on the output under 50 mA.

Frequently asked questions

What is the slot width of EE-SX972P-C1?

The slot width — the sensing distance — is 0.02 mm. That's the gap the light beam crosses; your flag or encoder wheel must be thin enough to pass through without touching the sides.

What is the response time of EE-SX972P-C1?

The response time is 4 ms. That's the delay from beam interruption to output state change — adequate for presence detection on slow-moving parts, not for high-speed counting or encoder applications.

Can EE-SX972P-C1 be used with a 5V microcontroller like Arduino?

The supply voltage is rated at 30 V, so you cannot power it directly from a 5V microcontroller rail. You would need a separate 24 V supply for the sensor and a level shifter or optocoupler on the output to interface with 5V logic.