QS30 Car Wash Photoelectric Control – Retroreflective Photo Cell Pair with 40 ft Range
Photo Cell
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The QS30 Car Wash Photoelectric Control is a professional photo cell system designed for demanding commercial door, car wash, and wet-location sensing applications. This photoelectric control is used where reliable object detection is needed in environments exposed to water, spray, humidity, dirt, and frequent equipment movement.
This photoelectric control is commonly used in car wash facilities, commercial overhead door systems, industrial doors, wash bays, service entrances, loading areas, and other commercial access-control applications where a durable photo cell setup is required.
The QS30 is listed as a retroreflective sensor pair with a 40 ft sensing distance, 3" reflector, compatibility with both 24 VAC and 110 VAC, and a NEMA-rated housing. This makes it a practical choice for professional technicians and maintenance teams working in environments where basic indoor photoeyes may not be suitable.
Compatibility & Fitment
The QS30 Car Wash Photoelectric Control is intended for compatible commercial door, car wash, and access-control systems that accept a photoelectric control or photo cell input. Before ordering, confirm the operator model, control input requirements, voltage, wiring configuration, sensing distance, mounting location, and environmental exposure.
This product should not be confused with a standard residential garage door opener safety sensor. It is a specialty photoelectric control intended for professional commercial and industrial applications, especially where moisture, wash-down conditions, or car wash environments are involved.
Because photoelectric controls vary by voltage, output type, wiring style, and control-board compatibility, always verify the required specifications before installation.
Key Features
QS30 car wash photoelectric control
Photo cell / photoelectric sensing system
Retroreflective sensor setup
40 ft sensing distance
Includes 3" reflector
Accepts both 24 VAC and 110 VAC
NEMA-rated housing for demanding environments
Designed for commercial and industrial applications
Useful for car wash and wet-location sensing setups
Professional-grade replacement photoelectric controlBest Applications
Car wash doors and equipment areas
Wash bays and wet commercial environments
Commercial overhead doors
Industrial sectional doors
Service bay entrances
Access-control systems
Loading areas and warehouse entrances
Commercial operator sensing applications
Replacement of failed or damaged photoelectric controls
Professional service truck and maintenance inventoryInstallation Notes
Install the QS30 according to the manufacturer’s wiring diagram and the operator or control-system instructions. The sensor and reflector must be mounted securely, aligned properly, and positioned so the beam covers the intended detection area.
Because this product may be used in wet or harsh environments, pay close attention to mounting, sealing, wiring protection, conduit, enclosure placement, and water exposure. After installation, test the system through multiple cycles and confirm that the sensor detects obstructions reliably without nuisance faults from water spray, vibration, sunlight, reflections, or nearby moving equipment.
Safety Notice
Commercial doors, car wash equipment, and access-control systems can cause serious injury, death, or property damage if sensors are installed incorrectly, bypassed, or miswired. This product should be installed only by trained garage door, car wash equipment, access-control, or commercial door technicians.
Do not use this photoelectric control as a substitute for required monitored entrapment-protection devices unless the operator manufacturer specifically allows it. Always verify safety-device requirements, operator compatibility, and local code requirements before returning the system to service.
Why Buy From Garage-DoorParts.com
Garage-DoorParts.com supplies professional garage door, commercial operator, and access-control parts for technicians, contractors, service companies, property managers, car wash maintenance teams, and knowledgeable buyers. The QS30 Car Wash Photoelectric Control is a specialty sensing component for demanding commercial environments where reliable photoelectric detection is important.
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Details
This product is crafted with quality materials to ensure durability and performance. Designed with your convenience in mind, it seamlessly fits into your everyday life.
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