CGF-E economy square photoelectric sensors provide diffuse, retro-reflective and through-beam arrangements in three housing groups. Select a 10-30VDC NPN or PNP transistor model for a control input, or a relay-output model with the appropriate DC or AC supply. All listed variants use infrared LED sensing and IP65 housings. Relay-output ratings and cable arrangements are separate from the transistor versions.
| Housing group | Adjustable sensing distance | NPN models | PNP models |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 30cm | CGF30E-DC30DNA CGF30E-DC30DNB CGF30E-DC30DNC | CGF30E-DC30DPA CGF30E-DC30DPB CGF30E-DC30DPC |
| 50 | CGF50E-DC30DNA CGF50E-DC30DNB CGF50E-DC30DNC | CGF50E-DC30DPA CGF50E-DC30DPB CGF50E-DC30DPC | |
| 70 | 50cm | CGF70E-DC50DNA CGF70E-DC50DNB CGF70E-DC50DNC | CGF70E-DC50DPA CGF70E-DC50DPB CGF70E-DC50DPC |
| Housing group | Sensing distance | NPN models | PNP models |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 4m | CGF30E-RM1DNA CGF30E-RM1DNB CGF30E-RM1DNC | CGF30E-RM1DPA CGF30E-RM1DPB CGF30E-RM1DPC |
| 50 | CGF50E-RM1DNA CGF50E-RM1DNB CGF50E-RM1DNC | CGF50E-RM1DPA CGF50E-RM1DPB CGF50E-RM1DPC | |
| 70 | 5m | CGF70E-RM5DNA CGF70E-RM5DNB CGF70E-RM5DNC | CGF70E-RM5DPA CGF70E-RM5DPB CGF70E-RM5DPC |
| Housing group | Sensing distance | NPN models | PNP models |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 10m | CGF30E-TM5DNA CGF30E-TM5DNB CGF30E-TM5DNC | CGF30E-TM5DPA CGF30E-TM5DPB CGF30E-TM5DPC |
| 50 | CGF50E-TM5DNA CGF50E-TM5DNB CGF50E-TM5DNC | CGF50E-TM5DPA CGF50E-TM5DPB CGF50E-TM5DPC | |
| 70 | 15m | CGF70E-TM15DNA CGF70E-TM15DNB CGF70E-TM15DNC | CGF70E-TM15DPA CGF70E-TM15DPB CGF70E-TM15DPC |
For these transistor models, D is the 10-30VDC supply; N is NPN and P is PNP. Final A means NO, B means NC and C means combined NO+NC. The CGF30E and CGF50E RM1 models have a 4m specified range, and their TM5 models have a 10m specified range. Select these models by the values in the tables rather than reading the range directly from the model suffix.
| Sensing method | Housing group | Sensing distance | 10-30VDC model | 90-250VAC model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diffuse | 50 | 30cm, adjustable | CGF50E-DC30DRC | CGF50E-DC30ARC |
| 70 | 50cm, adjustable | CGF70E-DC50DRC | CGF70E-DC50ARC | |
| Retro-reflective | 50 | 4m | CGF50E-RM4DRC | CGF50E-RM4ARC |
| 70 | 5m | CGF70E-RM5DRC | CGF70E-RM5ARC | |
| Through-beam | 50 | 10m | CGF50E-TM10DRC | CGF50E-TM10ARC |
| 70 | 15m | CGF70E-TM15DRC | CGF70E-TM15ARC |
R identifies the relay output and final C identifies NO+NC contacts. The relay output has a specified 3A control-output rating; select the contact load and switching conditions for the application. The D and A versions have different operating supplies.
| Reflector | Selection and model scope |
|---|---|
| HD02 | Premium selection for the retro-reflective transistor models; also specified for the listed relay-output retro-reflective models |
| HDE02 | Standard selection for the retro-reflective transistor family |
| HDE09 | Additional selection listed for CGF30E-RM1DNA |
| HDE08 | Additional selection listed for CGF50E-RM1DNA and CGF70E-RM5DNA |
Specify the reflector with the sensor and confirm the required working range with the selected reflector and alignment.
| Parameter | Transistor diffuse/retro | Transistor through-beam | Relay diffuse/retro | Relay through-beam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supply | 10-30VDC | 10-30VDC for D models or 90-250VAC for A models | ||
| Consumption current | Maximum 25mA | Maximum 40mA | Maximum 25mA | Maximum 50mA |
| Control-output rating | Maximum 200mA | 3A relay output; load conditions are not separately specified | ||
| Residual-voltage limit | Maximum 1V | |||
| Response time | Below 8.2ms | |||
| Light source | Infrared LED, 880nm | |||
| Hysteresis | 3-20% | |||
| Protection circuits | Surge and overcurrent protection; DC reverse-polarity protection feature | Surge protection; reverse-polarity feature applies to DC-supply versions | ||
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Temperature effect | Within ±10% of sensing distance over -25°C to +55°C, referenced to +20°C. Operating temperature remains -15°C to +55°C. |
| Insulation resistance | At least 50MΩ at 500VDC |
| Dielectric strength | 1500VAC, 50/60Hz, for 1 minute |
| Vibration resistance | 1mm amplitude, 10-55Hz with a 1 minute cycle; 2 hours in each X, Y and Z direction |
| Shock resistance | 500m/s², approximately 50G; three shocks in each X, Y and Z direction |
| Indicator | Red operation LED |
| Operating temperature | -15°C to +55°C, without icing |
| Storage temperature | -15°C to +55°C, without icing |
| Ambient humidity | 35-95%RH, without condensation |
| Case | ABS |
| Sensing surface | PMMA |
| Cable materials | Standard gray PVC or oil-resistant black PVC, where a cable is fitted; other cable options are selected separately |
| Enclosure protection | IP65 |
| Model group | Cable | Construction references |
|---|---|---|
| CGF30E transistor models | Ø3.8mm, three or four conductors according to output, 1.5m | AWG22 designation; 25 strands of Ø0.1mm per conductor; Ø1.25mm insulation outside diameter |
| CGF50E transistor models | Ø6mm, three or four conductors according to output, 1.5m; a two-conductor construction is also listed for separate two-wire configurations | AWG22 designation; 22 strands of Ø0.1mm per conductor; Ø1.25mm insulation outside diameter |
| CGF50E relay models | Ø6mm, five conductors, 1.5m | |
| CGF70E models | Cable construction is not specified in the selection tables; specify the connection arrangement with the complete model. | |
| Position | Selection | Code | Meaning and limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classification | CG | Photoelectric sensor |
| 2 | Shape | F | Square housing |
| 3 | Housing group | 30, 50, 70 | Housing selections; use their actual dimensions below |
| 4 | Version | E | Economy range |
| 5 | Sensing method | D | Diffuse |
| R | Retro-reflective | ||
| T | Through-beam | ||
| 6 | Distance code | C10, C30, C50, C100 | General 10cm, 30cm, 50cm and 100cm code selections; use the explicit model tables for availability |
| M1, M4, M5, M10, M15 | Distance selections depend on the exact model. RM1 transistor models in the 30/50 housings are rated 4m; their TM5 models are rated 10m. | ||
| 7 | Supply | A | 90-250VAC |
| D | 10-30VDC | ||
| E | 20-60VDC configuration | ||
| 8 | Output circuit | N | NPN |
| P | PNP | ||
| R | Relay | ||
| K | AC two-wire configuration | ||
| L | DC two-wire configuration | ||
| 9 | Output state | A | NO |
| B | NC | ||
| C | NO+NC; select with the transistor or relay output circuit | ||
| 10 | Light color | Omitted | Infrared |
| R | Red | ||
| G | Green | ||
| B | Blue | ||
| W | White | ||
| 11 | Light source type | Omitted | LED |
| S | Point light source configuration | ||
| 12 | Connection | Omitted | Cable with free leads |
| M | Direct M12 straight four-pin A-coded connector | ||
| M plus connector-selection code | M-type cable connector | ||
| D plus connector-selection code | DT-type connector | ||
| A plus connector-selection code | AMP-type connector | ||
| S plus connector-selection code | SM-type connector | ||
| 13 | Cable material | Omitted | PVC |
| U | PUR | ||
| VP | Shielded PVC | ||
| UP | Shielded PUR | ||
| 14 | Cable length | L1-L5 | L1 = 1m, through L5 = 5m; other lengths can be specified. Listed 30/50 cable models use 1.5m as standard. |
Select alternative supplies, colors, light sources and connectors as complete compatible configurations. A four-pin connector option does not replace the five-conductor connection of a relay model without a matching wiring arrangement.
| Housing group | Methods illustrated | Main dimensions | Mounting references |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGF30E | Diffuse, retro-reflective and through-beam | 35mm by 21.9mm side-view references; 12mm width | M4 mounting points with 25.4mm spacing; LED position shown |
| CGF50E | 50mm by 50mm face; 18mm thickness | 40.6mm mounting references in both directions; 5mm offsets; R2.28mm features; LED and adjustment positions shown | |
| CGF70E | 73.77mm by 65.2mm side-view references; 73.8mm top-view length; 25.5mm thickness | Two Ø4.6mm holes with 40mm spacing; 5.34mm and 9.4mm mounting offsets; additional 15.2mm, 34.2mm and 52.9mm feature locations |
Use the complete drawings in the attachment to locate each measurement, cable outlet and adjustment feature.
| Reference | Standard | Documentation |
|---|---|---|
| CCC | GB/T 14048.10 | Obtain documents for the exact output circuit and configuration. |
| TUV | EN 60947-5-2 | |
| CE |
| Utilization category | Reference rating | Selection distinction |
|---|---|---|
| AC-140 | 200mA at 24-250VAC | Reference category; AC supply-code A uses 90-250VAC |
| DC-13 | 200mA at 10-30VDC | Separate from the 3A relay-output parameter |
The sensors are intended for ordinary industrial control. Nuclear, gas or power systems requiring exceptional reliability, personal-safety functions, harsh outdoor or contaminated environments, fire or explosion hazards, military use and aerospace require a specifically designed and confirmed configuration.
