Doorking 8080-053 Monitored Reflective Photoeye

Monitored Retro-Reflective Photoeye for UL 325 Gate Safety

The DoorKing 8080-053 Monitored Reflective Photoeye is a weatherproof, retro-reflective safety sensor designed to provide dependable entrapment protection for automated gates and doors. With an operating range up to 60 ft and support for 10K monitored inputs required by UL 325, it is built for security-focused installations where safety devices must be continuously supervised. A compact housing, easy-alignment LED, and included ball-and-socket bracket help simplify setup while maintaining reliable detection performance in demanding outdoor environments.

Key Features

• Monitored retro-reflective photoeye for gate and door entrapment protection
• Operating range up to 60 ft for flexible installation on slide, swing, and barrier applications
• Supports 10K resistive termination for monitored safety inputs used in UL 325 systems
• NEMA 4X enclosure for harsh outdoor conditions
• Easy-alignment LED for faster setup and aiming
• Sensitivity adjustment via potentiometer
• Integrated sensor hood helps reduce sunlight interference
• Ball-and-socket mounting bracket included for easier positioning
• Selectable stealth mode turns indicator LEDs off after 30 seconds without obstruction
• Normally closed output with multiple monitoring output modes (pulse and non-pulse options)

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 8080-053
• Sensor Type: Retro-reflective photoeye, Type B1 non-contact sensor
• Operating Range: 5 ft to 60 ft (1.5 m to 18.3 m)
• Power Input: 6 to 40 VDC, 12 to 24 VAC
• Current Draw (NC and 10K monitoring methods): 50 mA DC (relay activated)
• Current Draw (pulse monitoring methods): 15 mA DC
• Resistive Termination: 10K ohm across NO contact (switch selectable)
• Response Time: 250 ms
• Relay Output Operation: Light ON / Dark ON
• Surge Protection: Thermal fuse, MOV
• Operating Temperature: -30°F to 140°F (-34°C to 60°C)
• Environmental Rating: NEMA 4X
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 5.1 in x 3.15 in x 5.5 in (130 mm x 80 mm x 140 mm)
• Mounting Conduit Thread: 1/2 in NPT

Conclusion

For monitored gate safety applications that require supervised entrapment protection, the DoorKing 8080-053 delivers a long-range retro-reflective photoeye solution with 10K monitoring support and an outdoor-rated enclosure. Confirm your operator’s required monitoring method and wiring configuration in the manual before ordering to ensure proper compatibility and compliant installation.