Allen-Bradley 42DRU-5200 is a modular Polarized Retroreflective Photoelectric Sensor Head from the robust PHOTOSWITCH Series 5000 Blue Line. Operating on 10–30V DC, this sensor offers reliable, high-speed object detection up to 6 meters (20 feet) with a visible red 660nm LED light source. Designed for the most demanding industrial automation environments, it is modular for quick installation and sensing mode changes. This high-value component is ideal for wholesale and surplus buyers seeking Reliability and Cost Efficiency in essential machine control and inventory management systems.

Key Features :

• Brand: Allen-Bradley – a globally recognized leader in industrial automation and control.

• Product Type: Modular Polarized Retroreflective Photoelectric Sensor Head.

• Model Number: 42DRU-5200 (Part of the Series 5000 Blue Line).

• Sensing Method: Polarized Retroreflective, effective at ignoring reflective targets (like shiny metals).

• Sensing Distance: Up to 6 meters (20 feet) with a $76\text{mm}$ (3-inch) reflector.

• Supply Voltage: 10–30V DC (requires a compatible power base, e.g., 42MTB-5004).

• Output Type: Sink/Source (NPN and PNP) output, 100mA max load.

• Response Time: Fast 1 millisecond response for high-speed applications.

• Enclosure Rating: NEMA 3, 4, 12, 13 and IP66 for high impact and washdown resistance.

• Material: Housing constructed from Valox polymer for industrial Durability.

Benefits :

• Enhanced Safety and Reliability: Polarized filtering prevents false trips from reflective surfaces, maintaining consistent Performance.

• Industrial Durability: NEMA and IP66 ratings ensure the sensor withstands harsh, washdown, and high-vibration factory environments.

• Maximum Flexibility: Modular head design allows for easy changeout or upgrade of sensing modes without requiring re-wiring of the base.

• Long-Term Cost Savings: Provides reliable operation and simple maintenance, minimizing production downtime and long-term operating costs.

• High B2B Value: As a discontinued but widely used industry standard component, the 42DRU-5200 offers excellent Value for surplus buyers maintaining existing Allen-Bradley control systems.