Specifications- Dimensions Options: The product includes a cover for installing 2 units to 1 pole, consisting of a heating unit (HU-3), back cover (BC-3), and pole side cover (PSC-3). It is designed for severe low temperature conditions, operating at 24V DC/AC with a maximum of 420mA.
- Environmental Considerations: The catalogue is printed on recycled paper, emphasizing environmental care.
- Certifications: OPTEX is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified.
Product Features- Detection Range: Models include AX-70TN, AX-130TN, AX-200TN, AX-100TF, and AX-200TF with maximum detection ranges from 20m to 60m and maximum arrival ranges from 200m to 600m.
- Operating Conditions: The units operate between -35°C to +60°C and require the optional heating unit for temperatures below -25°C.
- Power and Consumption: Operates on 10.5 - 28V DC with varying current consumption depending on the model.
- Protection and Durability: The units feature IP65 high durability, protecting against dust and water, and include rubber packing to prevent ingress of rain, dust, and insects.
- Lightning Protection: Enhanced protection against lightning surges with a high surge resistive relay.
Design and Functionality- Beam Technology: Infrared beam interruption detection with selectable beam frequencies to avoid crosstalk.
- Alignment and Adjustment: Easy angle adjustment with visual LED indicators for alignment conditions.
- Environmental Adaptability: Automatic Gain Control (A.G.C.) circuit adjusts sensitivity based on environmental conditions, maintaining stable operation even with up to 99% beam blocking.
- Additional Features: Anti-frost hood cover, high-grade spherical lens for precise beams, and adjustable beam interruption period for various applications.
Testing and Reliability- Water Resistance: Tested with water jet streams to ensure durability and protection against water damage.
- Lightning Surge Protection: The AX series remains stable against over 14kV of lightning surge.
ConclusionThe AX-TN/TF series by OPTEX offers a robust and reliable solution for short-range photoelectric detection, with features designed to minimize false alarms and ensure stable operation in challenging outdoor environments.