DATASENSING

Datasensing SS/SP Series M18 Photoelectric Sensor with Lateral Adjustment

The SS/SP series of photoelectric sensors offers a wide range of optic functions including, polarised retro reflective, diffuse proximity and background suppression. They are available with either 2m embedded cable or M12 connector and in plastic or metal housing.
  • Sensing distance up to 14m
  • PBT (plastic) / nicked plated brass / PC (cable exit)
  • LO/DO selectable output
  • IP67 protection degree for all models
  • ATEX models, cat. 3, available on request

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Available in several variants

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Technical data

Distance max 50 mm
Electrical connection 2m Cable
Housing M18
IP class IP67
LED indication Yes
Material of body PBT
Output LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Photocell technology Background suppression
Supply voltage dc max 30 V DC
Supply voltage dc min 10 V DC

Measurements and connections

Product description

The SS/SPSeries M18 Photoelectric Sensor from Datasensing (formerly Micro Detectors) provide highly reliable solutions for industrial automation, featuring a range of optic functions to suit various detection needs. These sensors are available in polarized retro-reflective, diffuse proximity, and background suppression models, ensuring versatility across a wide variety of industrial applications. Whether you're detecting objects, counting items, or measuring distances in a factory or warehouse setting, the SS/SP Series delivers excellent performance. 

Designed with lateral adjustment, the SS/SP sensors allow for precise positioning and alignment during installation, providing enhanced flexibility for applications that require fine-tuned adjustments. The sensors are available with either a 2m embedded cable or M12 connector, allowing for easy integration into industrial control systems. With options for plastic or metal housing, the SS/SP Series can be used in a range of environments, from standard factory settings to harsher conditions that require added durability and protection. 

The M18 barrel housing ensures the SS/SP Series offers excellent mounting flexibility, making it easy to install in tight spaces or custom configurations. This classic housing design ensures a secure fit in a wide variety of industrial setups, including conveyor systems, robotics, material handling, and assembly lines. The robust construction provides added protection against dust, moisture, and mechanical wear, making these sensors ideal for industrial environments with demanding operational conditions. 

Technical features:

  • Sensor Types: Polarized retro-reflective, diffuse proximity and background suppression 
  • Housing: M18 barrel housing for excellent mounting flexibility, fitting easily into various industrial installations or available in plastic or metal housing for durability and environmental protection. 
  • Adjustment: Lateral adjustment for precise positioning and alignment during installation, offering better flexibility and adaptability. 
  • Connection Options: 2m embedded cable or M12 connector, providing easy integration with industrial control systems. 
  • Operating Voltage: 24V DC, compatible with a wide range of industrial control systems. 
  • Output Type: PNP or NPN output options for flexibility with different control systems. 
  • Detection Range: Reliable sensing across various distances depending on the specific sensor function (e.g., retro-reflective, proximity, or background suppression). 
  • Environmental Protection: Built to resist dust, moisture, and mechanical wear, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments. 
  • Applications: Ideal for use in material handling, sorting systems, automated manufacturing, packaging, and robotics. 
  • Response Time: Fast response times, making it suitable for high-speed applications and quick object detection. 

Accessories

Related

Parts Distance max Electrical connection Material of body Output Photocell technology Price
50 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Background suppression
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Dark on, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
50 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Background suppression
50 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Background suppression
50 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Background suppression
50 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
50 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
50 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
50 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
50 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
50 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
Background suppression
50 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
Background suppression
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Background suppression
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Background suppression
100 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Background suppression
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Background suppression
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
100 mm
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
100 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Background suppression
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
Background suppression
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
Background suppression
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
PBT
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Dark on, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Light On, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Light On, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
Light On, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Light On, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
PNP, Light On
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Light On, NPN
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
400 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
M12 plug cable exit
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
2m Cable
PNP, Light On
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
Diffuse Reflection
800 mm
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
800 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
800 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
800 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
5000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Retro reflective
5000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Retro reflective
5000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Dark on, NPN
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Dark on, NPN
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Dark on, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Dark on, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Light On, NPN
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
Retro reflective
5000 mm
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
Retro reflective
5000 mm
Nickel plated brass
PNP, Light On
Retro reflective
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
8000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Receiver
8000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Receiver
8000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
Receiver
8000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Receiver
8000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Emitter
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Emitter
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
Emitter
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Emitter
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Emitter
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Emitter
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
Emitter
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Emitter
3000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Dark on, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
Polorised retro reflective
8000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Receiver
8000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Receiver
8000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Receiver
8000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Receiver
12 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Focalised Background Suppression
12 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Focalised Background Suppression
12 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Focalised Background Suppression
12 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Focalised Background Suppression
2m Cable
PBT
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
Nickel plated brass
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
3000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Receiver
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Receiver
3000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
Receiver
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Light On, NPN
Receiver
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Light On, NPN
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
Diffuse Reflection
100 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
400 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
400 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
800 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
800 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Diffuse Reflection
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Dark on, PNP
Retro reflective
5000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
PNP, Light On
Retro reflective
5000 mm
PNP, Light On
Retro reflective
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
8000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Receiver
8000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
Emitter
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
Emitter
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
Emitter
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Emitter
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
3000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
4000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
Dark on, PNP
Polorised retro reflective
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, NPN
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
PBT
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
2m Cable
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver
14000 mm
M12 plug cable exit
Nickel plated brass
LO / DO Selectable, PNP
Receiver

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