The Optical Sensors - Photointerrupters - Slot Type - Logic Output family combines a light source and a corresponding photodetector in opposite orientation with the supporting circuitry required to make a binary determination of whether an opaque object or material is present in the space between the transmitter and receiver. They differ from the transistor output device of the same name due to this additional function on the gain side. It simplifies the application of the cost of application flexibility.
What is a Photo Interrupter?
The Photointerrupter is a transmissive photosensor with a light emitter and a light receiver, usually arranged face to face in a housing, that works by detecting the next block of light. The light changes when the target enters two objects.
Photo interrupter is also known as:
Optical Sensor, Photo Sensor, or Slotted Optical Sensor.
Available Products
Enrgtech offers high-quality Optical Sensors - Photointerrupters - Slot Type - Logic Output from leading brands with different features and excellent designs. These slot-type sensors come in different mounting types, sizes, colours, and lengths needed to carry out your job. There are many standardized Optical Sensors - Photointerrupters with multiple sensing distances and voltage supplies.
Types of Photo Interrupters
Photo interrupters are divided into two types based on their functions: Transmission-type photo interrupters and Reflector-type photosensors.
- Transmission-type photo interrupter is designed with an assembly based on IR and PT configurations facing each other. Upon detection of infrared light, blockage generates a high or low signal upon detection.
- The reflector-type optical sensor, also called a photo reflector, is configured by IR and PT. Upon reflection of infrared light on the object, the Reflector-type photosensor detects an object’s position.
Applications of Optical Sensors - Photointerrupters - Slot Type - Logic Output
These versatile and high-quality optical sensor photointerruptors have a variety of applications. They are used in:
- Speed indication (tachometer)
- Mechanical switch replacement
- Edge sensing
- Mechanical limit indication
- Digital Video Camera
- Digital Stealth Camera.
