{"product_id":"oge500-ifm-through-beam-sensor-receiver-oge-fpkg-us100","title":"OGE500 IFM Through-Beam Sensor Receiver OGE-FPKG\/US100","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIFM OGE500 — Through-Beam Photoelectric Sensor Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIFM OGE500\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, identified by type designation \u003cstrong\u003eOGE-FPKG\/US100\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a threaded through-beam photoelectric sensor receiver for industrial automation. It receives the red-light beam from a compatible transmitter and changes its PNP switching output according to the configured light-on or dark-on operating mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an M18 × 1 threaded housing, a detection range specified as less than 25 m, a switching frequency of up to 1,000 Hz, and IP67 protection, this receiver is suitable for presence detection and object monitoring on factory equipment. Correct operation depends on transmitter compatibility, optical alignment, target conditions, and the selected output logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e01 | Operating Principle: What the Receiver Detects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA through-beam sensor system uses a separate transmitter and receiver mounted opposite each other. The transmitter sends a light beam across the detection path. When an object interrupts the beam, the receiver detects the change and switches its output according to the selected operating mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetection method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Through-beam photoelectric sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevice role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red light, 624 nm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecified range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less than 25 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput type:\u003c\/strong\u003e PNP switching output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Programmable light-on or dark-on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory output setting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark-on mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the transmitter and receiver are separate devices, the receiver should not be treated as a standalone reflective sensor. Confirm that the transmitter's optical characteristics and installation arrangement are compatible with the OGE500 before commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e02 | Electrical Performance and Switching Limits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupply and current consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–36 V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection class:\u003c\/strong\u003e II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReverse polarity protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical design:\u003c\/strong\u003e PNP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum DC output voltage drop:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous output current rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher current rating condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 mA at 60 °C, as specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDC switching frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,000 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-circuit protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, pulsed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverload protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PNP output is generally used with compatible PLC digital inputs or control interfaces designed for PNP sensor signals. Before connecting the receiver, check the PLC input type, common-potential arrangement, load current, and input switching thresholds. Do not use the output current rating as a substitute for verifying the electrical requirements of the connected device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e03 | Mechanical Design and Environmental Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Threaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M18 × 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel 316L \/ 1.4404, PA, LCP, EPDM, and TPU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront lens material:\u003c\/strong\u003e PMMA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -25 to +80 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngress protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP67\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching status indicator:\u003c\/strong\u003e One yellow LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEMC standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e EN 60947-5-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecified MTTF:\u003c\/strong\u003e 786 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IP67 rating indicates protection under defined ingress testing conditions; it does not mean that the device is suitable for every chemical, washdown process, or continuous immersion application. Check material compatibility and the installation requirements of the actual production environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e04 | Application Fit: Equipment and Process Scenarios\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OGE500 can be considered for equipment that needs reliable beam-interruption detection, provided the transmitter, mounting arrangement, and PLC interface are compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConveyor systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detect product presence or gaps as packages pass through a fixed sensing point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging machinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor product transfer, part passage, or interruptions in a controlled optical path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the presence of components before a subsequent machine operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial handling equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detect objects crossing a defined path where suitable mounting positions are available on opposite sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomated production stations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a discrete sensor signal for PLC sequencing, interlocks, or process monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor fast-moving objects, evaluate the 1,000 Hz switching frequency alongside PLC input filtering, scan time, object size, and the duration of beam interruption. The sensor's switching frequency alone does not establish the maximum reliable machine cycle rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e05 | Installation and Commissioning: Practical Checks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerify the pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the transmitter is compatible with the OGE500 receiver and that the optical path is within the specified application range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlign the optical axes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount the transmitter and receiver facing each other. Adjust their positions to obtain a stable received beam before securing the mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm the supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure the DC voltage at the sensor terminals under operating conditions. Keep the supply within 10–36 V DC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the PNP interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the PLC input accepts a PNP signal and that the wiring, common connection, and input threshold are correct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelect the correct output logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory setting is dark-on. Confirm whether the application requires the output to switch when the beam is interrupted or when the beam is received, and configure the mode accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest the complete sequence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interrupt and restore the beam while monitoring the yellow LED, PLC input state, and machine response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure and protect the installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tighten the mounting arrangement appropriately, route the cable or connector away from mechanical damage, and verify sealing after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not assume that the yellow LED alone confirms correct PLC operation. The LED indicates sensor switching status; the PLC input, wiring, and control logic must also be checked during commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e06 | Fault Diagnosis: Symptom-Based Troubleshooting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptom: The receiver does not switch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the supply voltage at the sensor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck transmitter power and confirm that the transmitter is operating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect optical alignment, obstructions, and contamination on the front lens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the selected light-on\/dark-on mode and observe the yellow status LED.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptom: The PLC input remains OFF although the sensor appears to detect the beam.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the PLC input type is compatible with a PNP output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck connector pin assignments, wiring continuity, and the common-potential connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the switching output voltage and compare it with the PLC input's ON threshold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview PLC input filtering and channel configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptom: The output changes intermittently.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck whether the transmitter and receiver move or vibrate during machine operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect for temporary beam obstruction, misalignment, or lens contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the supply voltage remains stable when other loads switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the object's speed and interruption time relative to the machine's sampling and input-filter settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptom: The sensor works during testing but fails after installation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck whether the mounting bracket or machine structure shifts the optical alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the M12 connector for incomplete engagement, damaged contacts, or moisture ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm that the operating temperature and environmental conditions remain within the specified limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest the sensor with the actual transmitter and PLC input rather than relying only on an unloaded bench test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic limitation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied specifications identify a switching-status LED and electrical protection functions, but do not specify a comprehensive diagnostic code system. Use measured supply and output values, LED status, alignment checks, and PLC input monitoring to isolate the fault. Do not infer a specific internal failure without supporting measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e07 | Selection Guide: Confirm These Details Before Ordering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExact designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify OGE500 and type designation OGE-FPKG\/US100 against the existing label or equipment documentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevice role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm that the required part is the receiver, not the corresponding transmitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptical compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the transmitter type, beam arrangement, and required sensing distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm PNP input compatibility and the required light-on\/dark-on behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the M18 × 1 thread, 72 mm length, available mounting space, and connector clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compare the operating temperature, ingress protection, and housing materials with the installation conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection details:\u003c\/strong\u003e The specified connection is one 4-contact M12 connector, A-coded. Verify the required pinout using the applicable wiring documentation before energizing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The product information lists two lock nuts as supplied accessories and a package quantity of one piece. Confirm the actual supply contents and exact variant when requesting a quotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e08 | Global PLC Spare HUB Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a through-beam sensor receiver, the most useful troubleshooting approach is to verify the complete optical and electrical path before replacing the device. In conveyor and packaging applications, intermittent detection is often worth investigating at the alignment, mounting, lens condition, and PLC input-filtering stages first. These checks help distinguish a receiver problem from an installation or control-interface issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen replacing an existing unit, matching the OGE500 designation alone is not enough if the transmitter, output logic, connector wiring, or mounting arrangement differs. Confirm the receiver's PNP interface, factory dark-on setting, M18 × 1 mounting, and compatible transmitter before commissioning the replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e09 | Warranty and Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-month supplier warranty, subject to the supplier's written warranty terms and conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping methods:\u003c\/strong\u003e FedEx, UPS, and DHL, subject to destination and shipment arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder verification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact us to confirm availability, exact designation, supplied accessories, and application compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a quotation, provide the required quantity, destination country, and existing sensor or transmitter model. If this is a replacement order, photos of the product label and connector arrangement can help reduce selection errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 | Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: Can the OGE500 receiver be used by itself to detect an object?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is the receiver in a through-beam sensing arrangement and requires a compatible transmitter to create the optical path. If a single sensor must detect objects without a separate transmitter, evaluate whether a suitable diffuse-reflective or retro-reflective sensor is more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How should the output mode be selected for a conveyor stop function?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by defining the required PLC input state when the beam is clear and when an object blocks it. The OGE500 is factory-set to dark-on mode, but the required logic depends on the control design. Verify the sensor's actual switching behavior and the PLC sequence during commissioning. Do not use the sensor's normal switching behavior as the sole safety function for personnel protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Is the stated MTTF of 786 years the same as a guaranteed service life?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. MTTF is a statistical reliability measure under defined assumptions; it is not a promise that an individual sensor will operate for that period. Actual service life depends on installation conditions, electrical loading, environmental exposure, and maintenance practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: What should be checked when replacing a sensor from another manufacturer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the sensing principle, transmitter compatibility, PNP or NPN output, light-on\/dark-on logic, supply range, switching frequency, connector pinout, mounting dimensions, and environmental requirements. Similar housing dimensions do not guarantee electrical or optical compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: How can I determine whether the sensor is suitable for a high-speed production line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the maximum expected object passage rate and beam interruption duration with the sensor's 1,000 Hz switching frequency. Then include PLC input filtering, controller scan behavior, and the machine's response requirements in the evaluation. Conduct a test using the actual product, mounting geometry, and control system before approving the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/OGE500.png?v=1792142159\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IFM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67651877929142,"sku":"OGE500","price":196.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/OGE500-3.jpg?v=1792142145","url":"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/ar\/products\/oge500-ifm-through-beam-sensor-receiver-oge-fpkg-us100","provider":"Global PLC Spare Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}