{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"EESX872P","brand":"Omron","brandSlug":"omron","productSlug":"EESX872P","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/omron/EESX872P","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/EESX872P","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Omron EE Series photomicrosensor, PNP, 5 mm sensing, 5–24 V, 50 mA, LED infrared, pre-wired, IP60.","salesMarkdown":"The Omron EESX872P is a photomicrosensor from the EE series, designed for fixed-gap detection at 5 mm with a PNP output. It operates across 5–24 V and switches up to 50 mA, which means it feeds signal-level inputs, not loads directly. The infrared LED emitter is pre-wired and housed in an IP60 enclosure—dust-protected but not moisture-resistant, so keep it to dry interior panel or machine cavity positions. ## Compared to E3SLS10XB4 Where the EESX872P is a short-range slot sensor (5 mm), the E3SLS10XB4 from the E3S family pushes detection out to 100 mm. It also uses a red LED instead of infrared and can handle 100 mA output. Both are pre-wired PNP types, but the E3SLS10XB4's longer reach and IP67 rating suit applications needing a through-beam or retro-reflective arrangement. If your panel is specced around the E3SLS10XB4, the EESX872P will not drop in without a mechanical and wiring change.","metaTitle":"Omron EESX872P Photomicrosensor, 5 mm, PNP, Pre-Wired","metaDescription":"Omron EESX872P photomicrosensor, 5 mm sensing distance, PNP output, 5–24 V, IP60, LED infrared. Pre-wired termination. Sourced to order.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Photoelectric Sensors"],"specifications":{"Series":"EE","Light Type":"LED, Infrared","Sensor Type":"Photomicrosensor","Load Current":"50 mA","Switching Type":"Light-ON","lifecycle_stage":"current","Termination Type":"Pre-Wired","Protection Rating":"IP60","Sensing Distance Max.":"5 mm","Operating Voltage Max.":"24 V","Operating Voltage Min.":"5 V","Operating Temperature Max.":"55 °C","Operating Temperature Min.":"-25 °C","Optical Sensor Output Type":"PNP"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$25.92 – $58.81","priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.aoctrl.com/9c40744edd36b7c1837d9ffccd2688c2.pdf","sourceUrl":null,"alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/EESX872P/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the series designation of the EESX872P?","answer":"The EESX872P belongs to the Omron EE series."},{"question":"What light source does the EESX872P use?","answer":"It uses an LED infrared emitter."},{"question":"Can the EESX872P replace an E3SAT36?","answer":"No. The E3SAT36 is a long-range (7 m) photoelectric proximity sensor with an M12 connector, while the EESX872P is a short-range (5 mm) photomicrosensor with a pre-wired cable. The sensing distance, termination, and form factor are not compatible."},{"question":"What is the IP rating of the EESX872P?","answer":"It is rated IP60, which means dust-protected but not sealed against water ingress. Use in dry indoor locations only."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/omron/EESX872P","citationPolicyUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/llms.txt","source":"AO Ctrl","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"AO Ctrl\" and link https://aoctrl.com/omron/EESX872P when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","lastPublished":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","indexable":true}}