EMX IRB-4X2 Thru Beam Photoeye, 12-24 VDC/AC

EMX IRB-4X2 Thru Beam Photoeye Sensor – Compact, High-Performance Safety Beam

The EMX IRB-4X2 is a technologically advanced thru beam photoeye sensor designed to enhance the safety and functionality of automatic systems such as garage doors, rolling doors, parking barriers, and access gates. As an upgrade to the IRB-4X, this model offers greater performance, improved alignment, and enhanced environmental resistance in a more compact enclosure.

Key Features

• Lens-Free Design: Simplifies installation and alignment

• Extended Obstruction Tolerance: Operates in fog, steam, or spray with up to 70% signal penetration

• Sunlight Filter: Electronic filtering minimizes false triggers from intense sunlight

• Automatic Temperature Compensation: Maintains accurate function in varying weather conditions

• Vibration Immunity: Built for high-traffic or industrial settings

• No External Amplifiers Required: Streamlined installation without added signal components

• Durable Enclosure: IP65-rated for dust protection and water jet resistance

• Gain Adjustment: Fine-tuned via potentiometer for optimal sensitivity

Technical Specifications

• Power Supply: 12–24V AC or DC

• Current Draw:

  • 37mA (transmitter)

  • 23mA (receiver standby)

  • 17mA (receiver detect)

• Detection Range: 5 to 115 ft (1.5 to 35 meters)

• Response Time: Max 10ms

• Temperature Range: -40°F to +170°F (-40°C to +76.6°C)

• Relay Contact Rating: 1A @ 24VDC or 120VAC

• Dimensions: 3.6" × 2.9" × 2.9"

• Conduit Entry: 0.83" diameter (fits 1/2" NPT)

Compliance & Application Notes

• Control Compatibility: Works with any board that accepts a dry contact input

• UL325 Compliance: Not suitable for applications requiring UL325 compliance

Ideal Applications

• Automatic residential garage doors

• Commercial overhead and rolling doors

• Industrial gate and barrier systems

• Environments with variable visibility or vibration