DIGITEN 6-Digit Digital LED Counter with Photoelectric Sensor

In this review of the DIGITEN 6-digit digital LED counter, the bottom line is simple: it is a compact, affordable totalizer aimed at production lines and basic flow or traffic counting where a rugged, easy-to-install photoelectric sensor is needed. The reviewer found it particularly useful for conveyor belting and simple object or people detection because it combines a visible 0.56' red LED six-digit display with a stronger photoelectric sensor and reflector that together deliver reliable detection at distances up to 2 m.

Key Features

• 6-digit display: The large 0.56' red LED shows totals clearly so operators can read accumulated counts from a distance without additional equipment.
• Photoelectric sensor with reflector: The included stronger infrared sensor and reflector provide detection up to 2 m, which simplifies installation on conveyor lines or passageways.
• Broad object compatibility: The kit detects a wide range of materials including metal, plastic, glass, fabric, wood and people, making it versatile across applications.
• Data retention: Count data is retained through power failures, so totals are preserved between shifts or brief outages.
• Manual reset and mounting hardware: The panel reset button and included sensor mounting bracket make setup and routine use straightforward for technicians.
• Wide power range: The unit accepts AC/DC 100-240 V, so it fits many workshop and factory power environments without special adapters.

Who It's For

This counter is a practical choice for small factories, packaging lines, schools running experiments, hobbyists building conveyors, and businesses that need a simple, visible totalizer for counting parts, products, or foot traffic. Its sensor works well on conveyors and in locations where items interrupt an infrared beam.

It is not intended for precision laboratory frequency measurement or extremely high-speed counting where specialized industrial counters are required; customers who need sub-millisecond timing or certified calibration should look at purpose-built frequency counters instead.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Easy to install with a sensor bracket and reflector, reducing setup time on conveyors.
• Robust detection across many materials, so fewer false negatives for common objects.
• Good value for the feature set, with retained data and wide power compatibility.

Cons

• Accuracy is generally good but has mixed reports; one user observed a counting pace of about 1.2 counts per second under some conditions, so very high-speed applications may see limitations.

Specifications

Display	0.56' RED LED, 6 digits
Power supply	AC/DC 100-240 V
Sensor type	Infrared photoelectric switch, NPN 3-wire normally open (NO), 6-36 VDC
Detection distance	Up to 2 m (about 6.5 ft); effective at 7 ft in review conditions
Trigger mode	Rising edge
Reset	Panel built-in manual reset button

Our Verdict

The DIGITEN 6-digit digital counter is a sensible, cost-effective totalizer for conveyor belting, basic production counting, and pedestrian flow measurement when you need a visible display and an integrated photoelectric sensor. It offers easy setup, retained counts through power loss, and detection of many object types; choose it when you want a practical, low-cost counter rather than an ultra-high-speed industrial frequency device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the counter retain counts if power is lost?
Yes. The unit retains data during power failures so totals are not lost between outages.

What materials will the photoelectric sensor detect?
The stronger infrared sensor with reflector can detect metal, plastic, glass, books, clothes, bags, wood, and people in normal conditions.

What power does the unit require?
The counter accepts AC/DC 100-240 V, making it compatible with most workshop and factory power supplies.