E3ZM-C

Ultra-compact stainless steel photoelectric sensor with IP67 oil resistance, visible beam options, and M12 connectors for harsh industrial environments.

Description

The E3ZM-C Stainless Steel Photoelectric Sensor is an industry-leading, compact sensor engineered for oil-intensive, coolant-exposed, and washdown environments. Featuring a SUS316L stainless steel housing, the E3ZM-C delivers superior durability, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability beyond conventional metal sensors.

Its IP67 oil-resistant structure (tested to OMRON in-house standards) eliminates cover screws, removing potential liquid ingress points and reducing maintenance risk. Laser-marked model numbers ensure permanent readability for lifecycle management and spare part replacement.

The series supports through-beam, retro-reflective, diffuse-reflective, and BGS reflective sensing methods, including high-visibility orange LED models with up to 20 m sensing distance and 2 ms response time. With M12 twist-and-click pre-wired connectors, wiring effort is reduced while ensuring vibration-resistant connectivity.

Designed with OMRON’s miniaturization and modularization technologies, the E3ZM-C is the world’s smallest square stainless steel photoelectric sensor (per OMRON investigation), making it ideal for space-constrained, hygienic, and high-reliability automation applications.

    Sensing MethodConnection TypeSensing DistanceLight SourceNPN Output ModelsPNP Output Models
    Through-beamPre-wired (2 m / 5 m)15 mInfraredE3ZM-CT61 (Emitter/Receiver)E3ZM-CT81 (Emitter/Receiver)
    Pre-wired / M12 (0.3 m)20 mOrange (Visible)E3ZM-CT62B SeriesE3ZM-CT82B Series
    Retro-reflectivePre-wired / M124 m (with reflector)RedE3ZM-CR61E3ZM-CR81
    Diffuse-reflectivePre-wired / M121 mInfraredE3ZM-CD62E3ZM-CD82
    BGS Reflective (Fixed Distance)Pre-wired / M1210–100 mm / 150 mm / 200 mmRedE3ZM-CL61H / CL62H / CL64HE3ZM-CL81H / CL82H / CL84H

     

    Connector TypeCable LengthCable SpecificationModel
    M12 Straight2 mFire-retardant robot cableXS5F-D421-D80-F
    M12 Straight5 mFire-retardant robot cableXS5F-D421-G80-F
    M12 Straight2 mOil-resistant polyurethaneXS5F-D421-D80-P
    M12 Straight5 mOil-resistant polyurethaneXS5F-D421-G80-P

     

    ModelMaterialQuantityRemarks
    E39-L153SUS3041Standard mounting bracket
    E39-L43SUS3041Horizontal mounting bracket
    E39-L44SUS3041Rear mounting bracket
    E39-L150SUS3041 setSensor adjuster for conveyor frames
    E39-L144SUS3041Compact protective cover bracket

     

    Reflector ModelSensing DistanceQuantityRemarks
    E39-R13 m (100 mm)1Standard reflector
    E39-R1S4 m (100 mm)1High-stability reflector
    E39-R31.5 m (50 mm)1Small reflector