The sensor emits a ray of light toward the
human body and detects the distance and
determine whether there is a person within
a given distance of the sensor. If the
sensor detects a person, it sets an output
non-contact switch to ON.
Output
Non-contact
switch
Reflected beam
Light beam
Compliance with RoHS Directive
MOTION SENSOR
(AREA REFLECTIVE TYPE)
FEATURES
1. Now even more miniature.
The new thin type cuts 35% from the
thickness of the previous short type.
Device installing is now easier than ever.
Existing short type
W10 × H20 × D19.5 mm
W.394 × H.787 × D.768 inch
⇓
Thin short type
W10 × H20 × D12.7 mm
W.394 × H.787 × D.500 inch
*“W” and “H” are detection value measurements.
2. Certain detection unaffected by the
reflectance of the object
The sensor can provide stable
detection that is not affected by the
condition (color or material of the
clothing) or parts (skin, hair, etc.) of the
object being monitored. (Reflectance
18% to 90%). Excellent performance
even when the detection surface is dirty.
3. Only connecting DC power supply
for operating
Built-in oscillation circuit type obviates
the hitherto existing need for start signal
input.
4. Use in adjacent positions is
possible
These sensors can be located in
adjacent positions, because the timing of
the external trigger signals can be
adjusted so that the beam frequency of
each adjacent sensor will not interfere
with the other.
5. Battery drive possible
By applying longer interval for the trigger
signal, you can reduce the total power
consumption.
6. Can be used with a number of
different supply voltages.
1) The 5V DC type (4.5 to 6.5V DC)
2) The free-ranging power type (6.5 to
27V DC)
They support the DC power supplies of
electronic products and equipment in
general.
*The thin short type is only available for 5V DC.
MA MOTION
SENSOR Series
7. The open collector output system
makes for easy load drive.
These sensors provide a continuous
output during detection because the
output system makes it easy to drive the
load.
They achieve an output performance of
30V, Built-in oscillation circuit type:
100 mA, External triggering type: 10 mA
(Thin short type: 100 mA). Also, the thin
short type is available in a PNP open
collector type in addition to a NPN open
collector type.
APPLICATIONS
1. Water-based product market
• Automatic lighting of wash basin units
• Toilets
• Automatic water flow from faucets
2. Stores and financial instructions
• Automatic doors
• Automatic lighting
• Cash dispensing machines
• Automatic teller machines
• Visitor detecting sensors
3. Amusement market
• Automatic lighting for game display
4. Medical field
• Non-contact switch
5. Others
• Automatic ticket gates
• Seat-taking sensors
• Detection of passengers getting on and
off a bus
Note: If you plan to use multiple sensors side-by-side, or you wish to keep the current consumption small, inquire for details about external trigger type, which is suitable for
Note: If you plan to use multiple sensors side-by-side, or you wish to keep the current consumption small, inquire for details about external trigger type, which is suitable for
Note: If you plan to use multiple sensors side-by-side, or you wish to keep the current consumption small, inquire for details about external trigger type, which is suitable for
Note: If you plan to use multiple sensors side-by-side, or you wish to keep the current consumption small, inquire for details about external trigger type, which is suitable for
Note: If you plan to use multiple sensors side-by-side, or you wish to keep the current consumption small, inquire for details about external trigger type, which is suitable for
Usable
ambient
brightness
(Resistance
to ambient
light)*
Notes: *1. Ambient brightness: 500 lx
Brightness
of sensor
surface
Brightness
of reflection
2
surface
*2. Install so that light from direct light sources does not enter the sensor (within 30° of the sensor light beam).
Indicates brightness detectible enough for sensor operation. (Measuring conditions: ambient temp.: 25°C 77°F; operating voltage: 5 V DC type 5V, Free-ranging
power type 24V DC)
Standard reflection board: 100 mm 3.937 inch square area,
90% reflection rate.
•For short type:
Standard reflection board: 100 mm 3.937 inch square area,
90% reflection rate.
•For middle type:
Standard reflection board: 200 mm 7.874 inch square area,
90% reflection rate.
•For long type:
Standard reflection board: 500 mm 19.685 inch square area,
90% reflection rate.
<Fig. 1>
[Brightness of sensor surface]
, θ1′) > 15°
(θ
Light meter
30°
1
❇Area for prohibit
θ
1
direct light
θ
1′
Sensor
Note: Light from direct light sources (sunlight, strobe light, inverter illumination,
reflected light from glass or mirrors etc.) that enters the sensor from within
the prohibited range can cause the sensor to operate erroneously.
MA Motion Sensor (AMA1, AMB1, 2, 3)
Notes: 1. Detecting an object within the maximum preset detection distance.
2. Distance deviation =× 100 (%)
a: detection distance of detection target with reflectance of 90%.
b: detection distance of standard detection target with reflectance of 18%.
[Brightness of reflection surface]
Sensor
30°*(θ2, θ2′)*45°
Rated detection distance
θ
2
θ
2′
Light meter
Reflection
board
2. Absolute maximum rating (Measuring condition: ambient temp.: 25°C 77°F)
Items
Type
Power supply voltage–0.3 to 8 V DC–0.3 to 30 V DC–0.3 to 8 V DC–0.3 to 30 V DC
Output dielectric strength30 V30 V
Output flow current100 mA10 mA*
Usable ambient temperature–25 to +75°C +5 to +131°F (No freezing)–25 to +75°C +5 to +131°F (No freezing)
Storage temperature–30 to +85°C –4 to +176°F–30 to +85°C –4 to +176°F
Note: * Thin short type is only: 100 mA
Built-in oscillation circuit typeExternal triggering type
5 V DC typeFree-ranging power type5 V DC typeFree-ranging power type
3. Electrical characteristics
(Measuring conditions: ambient temp.: 25°C 77°F; operating voltage: 5 V DC type =5V DC, free-ranging power type =24V DC)
1) Built-in oscillation circuit type
Thin short type*
ItemsSymbol
Minimum
Rated operating voltage
Average current
consumption
(Iout = 0 mA)
Measuring cycleMinimumT8ms/cycle
Output
characteristics
Note: * The thin short type is only available for 5V DC.
No detection
Detection
Remain voltageMaximumVr1 V DC 1.2 V DC1 V DCIt = 100 mA
Leakage currentMaximumIl5µA3µAV = 30V
Typical—
Maximum5V DC type: 6.5V/Free-ranging power type: 27V
Minimum
Typical4.5mA5V DC type: 4.5mA/Free-ranging power type: 5.6mA
Maximum6.2mA5V DC type: 6.2mA/Free-ranging power type: 7.8mA
Minimum
Typical7.0mA11.0mA5V DC type: 7.0mA/Free-ranging power type: 9.1mA
Maximum11.2mA 15.2mA 5V DC type: 11.2mA/Free-ranging power type: 14.2mA
Response performance:
time from trigger pulse fall to detection output
Output
characteristics
Remain voltageMaximumVr1 V DC 1.2 V DC1 VI = 10 mA
Leakage currentMaximumIl5µA3µAV = 30 mA
Minimum
Maximum1/2TtHalf off the distance period
MaximumV
Tw
TL0.8V
MinimumVTH3VNote 3
MaximumTr5ms
Notes: 1. The thin short type is only available for 5V DC.
2. The ratio between the 4 operating modes (*a to *d) depends on the
external trigger period and detector time, and the current consumption
corresponds with this varying ratio.
Trigger input
*a*b*c*d
Operation
Internal sensor
operation
Output transistor
Stand by
OFF
OFF
ON
2 ms
(approx.)
(With trigger input)
2 ms
(approx.)
(Without trigger input)
2 ms
(approx.)
(With trigger input)
(approx.)
Non-detection statusDetection status
(The output is latched
by the previous trigger.)
(The output is latched
by the previous trigger.)
2 ms
(Without trigger input)
3. A high level is established in the open state due to pull-up by the internal
circuit. (Refer to the connector wiring diagram.)
NPN
output
type
Note 1
PNP
Short typeMiddle typeLong typeMeasured conditions
output
type
5V DC type: 4.5V/Free-ranging type: 6.5V
—
—
—
—
20µs
4. The output transistor is open collector.
The output transistor is turned ON by the sensor detection status and
turned OFF by its non-detection status.
Detection status:
output transistor ON
Non-detection status:
output transistor OFF
Detection status:
output transistor ON
Non-detection status:
output transistor OFF
Sensor
(NPN output types of the AMA series and all of AMB series)
Sensor
(PNP output types of the AMA series)
Output
transistor
Output
transistor
Note 2: *bTypical0.1m5V DC type: 0.1mA/Free-ranging type: 1.0mA
Note 2: *dTypical2.6mA6.7mA5V DC type: 0.5mA/Free-ranging type: 1.4mA
Note 2: *aTypical2.2mA5V DC type: 2.2mA/Free-ranging type: 3.1mA
Note 2: *cTypical4.2mA6.2mA5V DC type: 2.4mA/Free-ranging type: 3.3mA
Output
GND
Output
TIMING CHART
1. Built-in oscillation circuit type
(NPN output types of the AMA series and all of AMB series)
Power supply
Output transistor
(open collector)
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
Circuit
stability
time
Non-detection
status
Detection
status
Non-detection
status
Power supply
Output transistor
(open collector)
Notes: 1. Circuit stability time : Max. 12 ms
2. During the time taken for the circuit to stabilize after the power is turned on, the ON/OFF status of the output transistor is not determined by whether the sensor is
in the detection status or non-detection status.
2. During the time taken for the circuit to stabilize after the power is turned
on, the ON/OFF status of the output transistor is not determined by
whether the sensor is in the detection status or non-detection status.
HOW TO USE
• Wiring diagram of connector
Built-in oscillation circuit typeExternal triggering type
+
Min.
+
33 µF
Note 3.
NPN output type
N.C.
(No connection)
Power supply
4
GND
3
2
Note: The sensor recognizes at the V
external trigger has been input.
Output
1
Tr
Note 1.
External trigger input
Note 2.
TH→ VTL edge of an external trigger that the
+
Min.
+
33 µF
Note 3.
Power supply
4
GND
3
Output
1
Note 1.
2
PNP output type
N.C.
(No connection)
Power supply
4
GND
+
Min.
+
33 µF
Note 3.
Note 2.
Power supply
4
3
Output
Tr
Note 1.
1
2
External trigger input
GND
+
Min.
+
33 µF
Note 3.
3
2
Notes: 1. The output transistor has an open collector structure.
• Detection status: Output transistor ON (connected to GND)
• Non-detection status: Output transistor OFF (open state)
2. The status of the external trigger input is as follows:
• Open at the high level
• GND (less than 0.8V) at the low level
Under no circumstances must a high-level voltage be applied.
3. To maintain the power supply noise performance, be certain to connect a capacitor (33µF or more) to the sensor power supply input terminal in order to stabilize
the power supply voltage.
damage to the internal circuits, so please
check the power cord before switching
ON. (Par ticular care must be taken as to
avoid reverse connection of the power.)*Connectors with cable for thin short type are handled as “U orders”.
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MA Motion Sensor (AMA1, AMB1, 2, 3)
NOTES
1. Environment
1) Avoid using the sensor in
environments containing excessive
amounts of steam, dust, corrosive gas, or
where organic solvents are present.
2) When the sensor is used in noisy
environments, connect a capacitor
(minimum 33 µF) across its power input
terminals.
2. Wiring
1) Check all wiring before applying
power. Incorrect wiring may damage the
internal circuit (in particular, check that
the connection to the power supply is not
reversed.)
2) Avoid excessive removing and
replacing of the connector.
3. Detector surface (Optical surface)
1) Keep the detector surface clean.
Excessive dust or dirt on the detector
surface will deteriorate the sensing
performance.
2) Do not allow condensation or freezing
to occur on the surface of the sensor. If
condensation or freezing does occur at
low temperatures, the sensor may not
detect objects correctly.
3) This product is designed to detect the
existence of human body. The sensor will
not detect objects consisting of a low
reflective material (e.g., an object coated
with black rubber, etc.) or of a highly
reflective material (e.g., mirror, glass,
coated paper, etc.)
4) The front surface of the lens and case
are made of polycarbonate resin and can
withstand water, alcohol, oils, salts and
weak acids. Other fluids such as
alkalines, aromatic hydrocarbons and
halogenated hydrocarbons may melt or
swell the lens and case, please do not
have such fluids touch the lens and case.
5) If you use the sensor with a cover or
filter connected to the front of the sensor,
the sensor may detect the cover itself, the
detection distance can change, and
unstable operation can result.
6) When multiple sensors are to be used
side by side, please verify that there will
be no mutual interference by installing
them with the proper spacing, depending
on the type as shown below.
Model numberSensor spacing
AMB1 series 5 cm 1.969 inch
AMA1 series 8 cm 3.150 inch
AMB2 series10 cm 3.937 inch
AMB3 series20 cm 7.874 inch
7) To protect the inner circuit, wiring
should be max. 3 m 9.843 ft..
4. Recommended installation
procedure
Install the photoelectric sensor so that it
is orientated correctly in relation to the
pass directions of the target objects as
shown in the figure below.
Y
Z
Pass
directions
Pass directions
Pass
directions
Object
❈ → stands for pass direction of the target object.
X
Object
Object
For the general precautions, refer to the
Notes for Motion Sensors on next page.