The ABB 2TLA050056R6100 is a Sense7 10M safety sensor, built for washdown environments where ingress protection is the deciding fit criterion. Rated IP69K, the sensor body and cable entry withstand high-pressure, high-temperature spray cleaning typical in food-and-beverage or pharmaceutical lines — a standard that goes beyond IP67 by testing at 80 °C water at 100 bar. The housing is UL approved polyester, and the attached cable is PVC 8 core, 6 mm O.D.
The lifecycle stage is recorded as current, meaning ABB continues to manufacture and support this order code without a phase-out notice.
The minimum switched current is 10 VDC at 1 mA, which means the sensor can detect low-energy signals without needing a wetting current — relevant when switching solid-state inputs or dry-contact interfaces. Dielectric withstand is 250 VAC, confirming isolation integrity between the sensor circuit and ground. Mounting uses two M4 bolts at 1.0 Nm tightening torque; the dimensions are 1.3 cm x 5 cm x 8.8 cm (LxWxH), a compact footprint for guard interlocking on hinged doors or sliding gates.
Deployment Context
The IP69K rating and polyester housing suit this sensor for direct washdown zones in food processing, beverage filling, or pharmaceutical clean-in-place (CIP) lines. The PVC 8-core cable carries both power and signal conductors; plan for a cable gland rated to IP69K at the panel entry to maintain the protection class. Colour is listed as Red or stainless steel — the red housing aids visual identification of the guarded zone during lockout/tagout.