Overview
The Cutler-Hammer E65-SMTS15-HA is a through-beam photoelectric source sensor from Eaton’s trusted SM Series. This miniature sensor emits a visible red LED sensing beam (660 nm wavelength) and operates reliably in industrial automation, manufacturing, and packaging applications. The unit accepts 10–30 VDC input via a 2 m (6.5 ft) cable connection and delivers straightforward, cost-effective detection for automation tasks.
Key Features
- Through-beam detection mode with visible red LED sensing beam
- 15 m sensing range (up to 50 ft at right angles)
- 10–30 VDC input voltage range
- 100 mA maximum output current
- IP 69K ingress protection (water and dust resistance)
- Operating temperature range: −25 to +55 °C
- Compact thermoplastic threaded-mount housing
- 2 m (6.5 ft) pre-attached 2-wire PVC-coated cable
- UL and CE certified
Technical Specifications
- Detection Type: Through-beam source
- Sensing Range: 15 m (standard); up to 50 ft at right angle
- Supply Voltage: 10–30 VDC
- Output Current: 100 mA maximum
- Wavelength: 660 nm (visible red LED)
- Connection: 2 m (6.5 ft) cable with 2-wire connector
- Housing: Thermoplastic with threaded mount
- Operating Temperature: −25 to +55 °C
- Ingress Protection: IP 69K
- Certifications: UL, CE
- Series: SM Series (Eaton Cutler-Hammer)
Typical Applications
The E65-SMTS15-HA is well-suited for:
- Manufacturing and assembly line automation
- Packaging machinery and product detection
- Washdown and wet environments
- Object presence and position sensing
- Counting and gating applications
- Food and beverage processing
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- PLC and controller systems accepting 10–30 VDC sensor inputs
- NPN and PNP open-collector input modules
- Industrial automation control systems with photoelectric sensor interfaces
- EtherNet/IP and PROFINET gateways with analog/discrete I/O cards
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Earlier Cutler-Hammer E65 through-beam source models
- Eaton SM Series equivalent through-beam sensors with matching voltage and range specifications
- Verify exact compatibility with system integrator before ordering
Works With
- Allen-Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix PLCs with discrete input modules
- Siemens S7-1200, S7-1500 controllers via DI/DO cards
- Mitsubishi and Omron programmable controllers
- Standard 24 VDC industrial control circuits
- Discrete input/output modules supporting sensor-level signals
