LEUZE FT5I.X3 2N INFRARED DIFFUSE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSOR (PART NUMBER: 50133928)

DEEP PRODUCT OVERVIEW & RESTRICTED SPACE IMPLEMENTATION
The Leuze FT5I.X3 2N (Order Part Number: 50133928) is a premium-tier energetic diffuse reflection photoelectric sensor belonging to the advanced Series 5 lineup engineered by the global automation expert Leuze electronic (Germany). Enclosed in an ultra-miniaturized rectangular cubic profile (Miniature Cubic Form Factor), this high-grade device optimizes mechanical tracking layout by fitting premium technical optics into hyper-restricted structural configurations. Incorporating both the transmitter and receiver arrays within a single hardware housing shell, the device reads directly off target product surfaces without requiring separate external mirrors, retro-reflective reflectors, or dedicated receiver units on the opposite side. The seamless coordination between its high-wavelength infrared emission loop and streamlined microelectronic board positions this model as the premier choice to resolve component tracking challenges inside rapid robotic grippers, electronic PCB board handling arrays, and narrow item-sorting conveyor networks.

ENERGETIC DIFFUSE PRINCIPLE & COAXIAL INFRARED LIGHT AMBIENT IMMUNITY
The sensor executes its tracking routines based on the energetic diffuse reflection principle. The internal transmitter module continuously emits a highly stable invisible Infrared Light beam modulated in a pulsed pattern into the active scanning field.
- When the path is unobstructed, the infrared beam scatters freely into space.
- The precise millisecond any target enters the scanning path, its surface behaves as a reflection medium, bouncing a specific portion of the light energy straight back toward the optical receiver lens window. The integrated microelectronic board continuously gauges this returned light amplitude, triggering its transistor outputs the exact moment the energy crosses the pre-calibrated safety threshold.
The letter "I" coded inside the model prefix signifies the direct integration of high-wavelength infrared source engineering. Because infrared light operates completely beyond the visible human spectrum, the receiver systematically isolates and rejects foreign optical glare stemming from factory high-voltage fluorescents, heavy industrial overhead LED arrays, or sudden flashes of raw natural sunlight. Furthermore, this infrared profile enables exceptional signal stability when profiling high-gloss mirrored finishes or dark substrates at close proximity—targets that persistently trigger errors in traditional visible red light units.

REMISSION-DRIVEN PROFILE SCALE & MANUAL POTENTIOMETER FIELD CALIBRATION
- Color-Dependent Remission Performance Index: Against standard high-reflectivity white targets (90% remission), the sensor secures a guaranteed operational distance spanning from 0 mm up to 280 mm, stretching to a theoretical maximum sensing range limit of 350 mm. Because the underlying energetic loop relies on the target's surface remission coefficient, the active tracking threshold tapers down deterministically against dark-colored substrates (such as matte grey or light-absorbing black products), allowing controls technicians to calibrate precise distance filtering for discrete items on slider chutes.
- Manual Mechanical Potentiometer Tuning Interface: Ergonomically positioned directly on the casing, this mechanical dial grants maintenance teams a reliable tool to calibrate sensitivity settings down to the exact millimeter on-site. This rotary-limited interface provides exceptional adaptation, enabling the hardware to adjust smoothly according to varying thin or thick clear packaging membranes and changing target properties on the factory floor.

COMPLEMENTARY DUAL NPN OUTPUT ARCHITECTURE & SPACE-SAVING INTEGRATED CABLE
- Dual Independent Transistor NPN Channels (Suffix "2N"): The sensor provides sinking NPN digital logic outputs that are perfectly compatible with Asian hardware automation standards (including Mitsubishi, Omron, Keyence PLCs) as well as microcontroller boards (Arduino, Raspberry Pi microprocessors). The unit simultaneously handles both Complementary logic states inside a single interface: Light Switching mode (Sáng/On - output state closes when target reflection is registered) and Dark Switching mode (Tối/On - output state closes when light path remains clear/unobstructed), saving technicians from deploying programming inversion blocks inside the controller software.
- Minimalist 2-Meter Factory-Sealed Cable: Moving far away from cồng kềnh external M8/M12 quick disconnect plugs that add unwanted installation depth at the rear face, the FT5I.X3 2N comes standard with a factory-molded 2-meter high-flexibility PUR/PVC cable housing 4 thin wire cores (0.2 mm² cross-section). This flat-back mechanical footprint allows the sensor shell to be bolted flush against machine panel frames or tucked straight inside rapid pick-and-place robotic vacuum grippers without twisting stresses. Its high-impact ABS structural body combined with a clean technical Plastic window provides IP67 ingress protection across a severe thermal spectrum from deep freezing setting at -40°C up to high-ambient environments of +60°C.

OPTICAL DATA & TRACKING CAPACITY
- Operating Principle: Energetic Diffuse Reflection Sensor
- Product Series Alignment: Series 5 Enclosure Array (Miniature Cubic form factor)
- Light Emitting Source: Infrared LED (Invisible optical beam loop)
- Optical Beam Characteristics: Exceptional ambient lighting noise suppression; optimized for tracking high-gloss or dark finishes at close range
- Guaranteed Operating Range: 0 mm to 280 mm (Evaluated with standard high-reflectivity white target with 90% remission)
- Maximum Typical Sensing Range Limit: Up to 350 mm
* Note: The active tracking threshold decreases linearly when detecting darker surfaces (grey, black targets) based on material surface remission parameters.

ELECTRICAL DATA & TRANSISTOR OUTPUTS
- Supply Operating Voltage (Supply Voltage UB): 10 ... 30 V DC (Includes integrated reverse polarity power rail protection)
- Open-Circuit Current Consumption: Optimized at micro-amp scales under standard DC regulations
- Total Digital Channels: 2 Independent Digital Output channels
- Transistor Output Configuration: NPN Configuration (Sinking type)
- Digital Output Switching Mode Logic (Complementary outputs):
  + Output Channel 1 (Light switching - Sáng/On): Closes circuit loop when full infrared light reflection from an object's surface is received (Object present)
  + Output Channel 2 (Dark switching - Tối/On): Closes circuit loop when light path is unobstructed/clear (No object / Free space)
- System Switching Frequency: 500 Hz
- Signal Response Time: 1 ms (Ultra-responsive tracking engineered for rapid item counting lines)

CONNECTION INTERFACE & FIELD CALIBRATION
- Electrical Connection Type: Integrated factory-sealed cable (Eliminates rear plug clearance footprints)
- Total Cable Length: 2 meters standard length
- Cable Core Configuration: 4-wire core layout, 0.2 mm² conductor cross-section with high tensile endurance
- Sensitivity Adjustment Control: Built-in manual mechanical Potentiometer for precise threshold field adjustment on the shop floor.

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES & MATERIAL COMPOSITION
- Enclosure Structure Style: Miniaturized rectangular block profile (Miniature Cubic Form Factor)
- Physical Housing Dimensions (W × H × D): 14 mm × 32.5 mm × 20.2 mm
- Structural Housing Material: Heavy-duty engineering ABS plastic polymer (Signature Red/Black enclosure)
- Optical Window Lens Material: High-transmittance optical-grade transparent Plastic polymer
- Net Device Weight: Approx. 20 g (Includes full cable mass, minimizing loading on small stepper motor tracks or robotic grippers)
- Fixing Assembly Method: Rigid through-hole structural bolt mounting ports

ENVIRONMENTAL RATINGS & COMPLIANCE ALIGNMENT
- Ingress Protection Rating: IP67 (Completely dust-tight and resilient against temporary fluid immersion during line cleaning)
- Ambient Operating Temperature Spectrum: -40°C to +60°C
- Integrated Electronic Protections: Reverse polarity protection, output short-circuit protection
- Compliance Certifications: cULus certified, fully aligned under rigid global international IEC 60947-5-2 guidelines for industrial sensing equipment.