Description:
The OPB855 slotted optical switch consists of an infrared emitting diode and a NPN silicon phototransistor, mounted on opposite sides of a 0.205” (5.21 mm) wide slot in an inexpensive plastic housing. Switching of the phototransistor occurs whenever an opaque object passes through the slot.

Features:
• Low profile 0.27” (6.86 mm) overall height
• Printed PCBoard mounting
• 0.205” (5.21 mm) wide and 0.220 (5.59 mm) deep slot
• 0.380” (9.65 mm) lead spacing
• Opaque plastic housing

Applications:
• Non-contact interruptive object sensing
• Assembly line automation
• Machine automation
• Equipment security
• Machine safety