{"product_id":"omron-f3sj-e0185n25-f3sj-series-safety-light-curtain","title":"Omron F3SJ-E0185N25 F3SJ Series Safety Light Curtain","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eDesigned for robust machine guarding and hand protection in automated assembly environments, the \u003cstrong\u003eOmron F3SJ-E0185N25\u003c\/strong\u003e safety light curtain provides reliable presence detection. This Type 4 safety sensor features a compact housing, integrated \u003cstrong\u003eNPN solid-state outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, and an optical design tailored for easy alignment and low power consumption. It is engineered to maintain safety integrity in demanding industrial setups where space is limited and reliable protective interruption is mandatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise Detection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25-mm resolution optimized for hand detection within the protected boundary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact 185 mm protective height utilizing 8 active infrared beams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid-State Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual NPN safety outputs with built-in short-circuit and overcurrent protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP65-rated enclosure protecting internal optics against dust and low-pressure water jets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct visual status LEDs indicating alignment, synchronization, and output states.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRobotic workcell entry and perimeter monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConveyor systems and high-speed packaging machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomated pick-and-place stations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccess control for machine press side-guards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eOmron\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eF3SJ-E0185N25\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSensor Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eType 4 Safety Light Curtain\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eNPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNumber of Beams\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBeam Gap\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDetection Capability\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e25-mm diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtective Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e185 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e0.2 to 7 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eSELV\/PELV 24 VDC +\/- 20% (ripple p-p 10% max.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEmitter Current Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e41 mA max. (no load)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eReceiver Current Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e40 mA max. (no load)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLight Source\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eInfrared LED (870 nm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDegree of Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eIP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe F3SJ-E (Easy) series represents a streamlined, cost-efficient safety solution compared to the F3SJ-B (Basic) and F3SJ-A (Advanced) variations. Because the \"Easy\" series is dedicated to simple ON\/OFF safeguarding, it does not support serial cascading or complex muting\/blanking options. Ensure your host safety relay or interface PLC supports NPN (sinking) inputs, as this module is not directly cross-compatible with PNP systems without external active conversion hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo prevent optical bypass, ensure no highly reflective surfaces (such as polished metals or painted guards) are positioned within the reflective path parallel to the sensing zone. Maintain the mandatory minimum safety distance from hazardous machine movements, calculated in accordance with ISO 13855, based on the F3SJ-E’s response time and the 25-mm resolution parameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eAlways route emitter and receiver synchronization cables away from high-voltage motor lines or variable frequency drive (VFD) outputs to prevent high-frequency noise interference. The use of a dedicated SELV\/PELV 24 VDC power supply with common ground links for both emitter and receiver elements is highly recommended to guarantee synchronization and prevent random lockouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prior to starting installation, verify that all power sources to the machine are physically de-energized, locked out, and tagged out in compliance with safe industrial electrical protocols. Ensure all residual charges in safety circuits have been verified as fully discharged.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.2rem;\"\u003eMount the emitter and receiver parallel to each other at the identical mechanical height using the supplied mounting brackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.2rem;\"\u003eConnect the power and output cables, ensuring the dual safety NPN outputs are linked to an approved dual-channel safety monitoring device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.2rem;\"\u003eEnergize the system and align the optical axes until the receiver status indicators turn steady green, confirming optimal signal strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Omron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53077919629675,"sku":"F3SJ-E0185N25","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/f3sj-e0185n25-miltqiwiy5y.png?v=1775733776","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/tr\/products\/omron-f3sj-e0185n25-f3sj-series-safety-light-curtain","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}