FT33 Safety Photocell Pair (TX/RX) for Automatic Gates and Doors in Egypt
FT33 is an infrared safety beam, also searched as photocell, photo eye, or photoelectric sensor.
It detects obstacles between TX and RX and sends a safety signal to the control board.
Available at Abu Seif Steel Egypt.
Fast delivery within hours in Cairo and Giza.
Delivery to all Egypt governorates in 3 to 5 days.
25 m or 8 m range
12–30Vac or 12–40Vdc supply
NC or NO output
You connect FT33 to the control board safety input.
Compatibility depends on your board supply and safety terminals.
What FT33 does for you
FT33 detects obstacles along the beam line between transmitter and receiver.
It works as a safety device in automated door and gate systems.
- Prevents closing on cars, people, or forklifts.
- Reduces damage to gate motors, doors, and rollers.
- Helps you meet site safety requirements during commissioning tests.
Typical systems in Egypt
- Sliding gate motors, swing gate motors.
- Roller shutter motors, side motor and central motors.
- Automatic doors for factories and warehouses.
- Barrier gates and access control entrances.
- Bollards and perimeter safety zones when the control panel supports photocell input.
- 24V systems, 220V systems, and 3-phase sites, because the photocell connects to the control board safety input.
FT33 technical specs (quick table)
| Item | Value | Why it matters for buying |
|---|---|---|
| Model | 900FT33, photocell pair TX/RX | You receive a complete safety beam set. |
| Outdoor protection | IP54 | Fits outdoor gate posts and industrial entrances. |
| Range | 25 m full power, 8 m low range | Low range helps when photocells are close to avoid interference. |
| Power supply | 12–30Vac or 12–40Vdc | Check your control board output before purchase. |
| Relay output rating | Max 1A resistive load, max 24Vdc | Matches common safety input circuits on automation boards. |
| Output type | NC by default, selectable to NO (jumper J3) | Matches different control board logic requirements. |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +55°C | Fits Egypt outdoor and industrial conditions. |
| Current consumption | RX 27 mA, TX 10 mA | Low load on the control board accessory supply. |
| Special features | Snow function, synchronization option | Improves stability in heavy rain and snow, supports 2 pairs without interference. |
Installation notes that prevent common problems
- Mount on solid posts to avoid vibration.
- Align TX and RX until the receiver LED stays continuously ON.
- Use low range when photocells are too close, and interference appears.
- Use synchronization when you install 2 pairs on the same opening.
When you need synchronization
Synchronization works only with VAC supply.
Move the jumper towards “S” as shown in the manual.
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Questions customers ask before buying FT33
Will FT33 work with 24V, 220V, and 3-phase gate motors?
FT33 connects to the control board safety input, not directly to the motor.
Your control board must provide 12–30Vac or 12–40Vdc for the photocell, and must have a photocell safety terminal.
What is the real working distance?
FT33 supports 25 meters in full power mode.
You can switch to low range 8 meters when devices are too close to reduce interference.
Is it suitable for outdoor installation on gate pillars?
Yes, FT33 has IP54 protection and the manual lists it as an outdoor or built-in photocell pair.
Use solid mounting and correct alignment.
Does it help in heavy rain or snow?
FT33 includes a Snow function.
It adapts response time when false darkening happens due to heavy rain or snow.
Can I install 2 pairs on the same gate without interference?
Yes, synchronization allows 2 pairs to operate without reciprocal interference.
The manual requires VAC supply for synchronization and moving the jumper towards “S”.
NC or NO output, which one should I use?
FT33 ships with NC output by default.
You can select NO using the J3 setting as described in the manual.
Many gate boards expect NC for safety input because it fails safe if a wire breaks.
What comes in the box?
You receive a TX and RX photocell pair for one safety beam line.
You mount it on posts or install it built-in, depending on site preparation.
How do I confirm alignment during installation?
The manual instructs you to check alignment so the receiver LED “L” remains continuously on.
This step prevents false stops and missed obstacles.
Do you stock it in Egypt, and how fast is delivery?
Abu Seif Steel Egypt supplies FT33.
Delivery within hours in Cairo and Giza.
Delivery to all Egypt governorates in 3 to 5 days.
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