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Flat vector infographic of three photoelectric sensor modes connected to a PLC rack, showing through-beam, retro-reflective and diffuse beam paths on a conveyor
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Photoelectric Sensors: Types, Wiring and PLC Use

Learn how photoelectric sensors work, how to wire them to a PLC input, and when to choose through-beam vs diffuse vs retro-reflective mode. Real field gotchas included.

Aug 5, 2026 · 10 min read

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