Sensors & Transducers - Panasonic

Panasonic EX-Z11B is a photo-electric sensor designed with a PBT housing and a polycarbonate lens, suitable for ambient air temperatures ranging from -10 to +55 °C. It offers a degree of protection rated at IP67 and utilizes red light for detection, capable of identifying objects as small as 0.3mm. This sensor features an orange LED for operation indication and a green LED for stability, with a response time of 500µs (0.0005 s). It includes 1 x digital output (NPN open-collector / 24Vdc / 20mA) and operates in a Dark-ON mode. The sensing distance is set at 0.05m (5cm, 50mm), and it is equipped with output short-circuit protection. The EX-Z11B is an ultra-miniature photoelectric sensor that functions as a thru-beam emitter+receiver pair with side sensing and built-in amplification. It comes pre-wired with a 2m 3-core (2-core on emitter side) 0.1mm2 cabtyre cable terminated with bare end flying leads. The cable consists of 2 cores, and the sensor operates at a wavelength of 650 nm, with a measurement accuracy of 20µm (repeatability).

Panasonic MS-EXL2-3 is a mounting accessory designed specifically as a mounting plate for retroreflective and spot reflective sensors.

Panasonic PM-K45-C3 is a compact U-shaped (fork type) photoelectric sensor designed for precise object detection with a 6mm passageway. It operates within an ambient air temperature range of -25 to +55°C and is equipped with a pre-wired 3m 4-core 0.09mm2 cabtyre PVC cable that terminates with bare flying leads. The sensor offers a degree of protection rated at IP64 and is constructed with a PBT housing. It features a sensing distance of 6mm and utilizes infrared light with a wavelength of 855 nm for detection. This model includes two digital outputs (PNP open-collector / 24Vdc / 50mA), supporting both Light-ON and Dark-ON operations, with a rapid response time of 80µs. An orange LED serves as a visual position indicator, and the sensor has a current consumption of 15mA. It is capable of detecting objects as small as 0.8x1.2mm.

Panasonic HL-G103A-RA-C5 is a compact laser (Class 1) displacement sensor designed for precise distance measurement. It features a red light color and is constructed with a PBT housing, an acrylic front cover, and a PVC cable that is 5 meters in length. This sensor is pre-wired with a 5-meter 10-core 0.1mm2 cable that terminates with bare end flying leads for easy integration. It operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +45°C and offers a degree of protection rated at IP67, making it suitable for various environmental conditions. The HL-G103A-RA-C5 has a current consumption of 100mA / 0.1 A and can sense distances up to 26.3mm (1.035in). It is equipped with three digital outputs (NPN/PNP selectable open-collector / 24Vdc / 100mA) labeled Out1, Out2, and Out3, and features a 5-digit red LED display for clear output readings.

Panasonic OS-EX10-12 is a mounting accessory designed with a slit mask feature that includes a 1.2mm diameter slit.

Panasonic SQ4-A21-P is a liquid level sensor designed for safety leak detection in standard liquids, achieving SIL3 when used with a Panasonic controller. It features a polypropylene housing and comes pre-wired with a 2m 4-core 0.18mm2 PVC cabtyre cable, terminated with bare flying leads for easy integration. The sensor offers a digital output (NPN open-collector / 24Vdc / 50mA) and boasts a degree of protection rated at IP62, ensuring its durability and suitability for various applications.

Panasonic FX-551P-C2 is an amplifier for sensors, specifically a digital fiber sensor amplifier featuring a red LED with a 2m cable. It is designed with a polycarbonate case cover and polyacetal switches, ensuring durability. This part comes pre-wired with a 2m length 0.2mm2 3-core cabtyre cable terminated with bare end flying leads for easy integration. It operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55 °C and offers a degree of protection rated at IP40. The FX-551P-C2 includes functions such as interference prevention, OFF-delay/ON-delay timer ranging from 0.1ms to 32s, and a one-shot timer, enhancing its versatility in application. It features outputs short-circuit protection for safety and reliability in operation. With a light wavelength of 660 nm and operating modes that include Light-ON and Dark-ON, it caters to a variety of sensing needs. The current consumption is 40mA (0.04 A) under normal conditions and 28mA (0.028 A) in eco mode, both at 24Vdc. It provides one digital output (PNP open-collector / 24Vdc / 100mA) and boasts a response time that varies from 60µs to 24ms depending on the setting. The unit is equipped with a 4-digit red LED display and a 4-digit green LED display for clear, immediate feedback. Power consumption is 0.96 W in normal mode and 0.68 W in eco mode, making it an energy-conscious choice for sensor amplification needs.

Panasonic EX-L212-P is a photo-electric sensor made from PBT for the case and glass for the lens, designed to operate within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. It has a current consumption of 10mA / 0.01 A and offers a degree of protection rated at IP67. The sensor features a spot dimension of 8mm x 5.5mm and emits red light with a detectable object size of 3mm. It includes a visual position indicator with an orange LED for operation, a green LED for stability, and another green LED for Power-ON. The response time of the sensor is 500µs / 0.0005 s, and it comes with 1 digital output (PNP open-collector / 24Vdc / 50mA). It supports both Light-ON and Dark-ON operating modes and has a sensing distance of up to 3m. The sensor is equipped with protection functions including outputs short-circuit protection and inverse polarity protection. It features a long sensing range ultra-compact laser (Class 1) sensor with a built-in amplifier, continuously variable sensitivity adjustment, and is pre-wired with a 2m 4-core 0.15mm2 cabtyre cable with bare end flying leads. The cable has 4 cores for the receiver and 2 cores for the emitter, with a wavelength of 655 nm.

Panasonic PM-T65 is a compact U-shaped (fork type) photoelectric sensor designed for a 6mm passageway. It operates within an ambient air temperature range of -25 to +55°C and is pre-equipped with a 4-pin connector for connectivity. This sensor, with IP40 degree of protection, features a PBT housing and is shaped in a U-shaped fork design. It offers a sensing distance of 6mm and utilizes infrared (IR) light with a wavelength of 855 nm for detection. The PM-T65 includes two digital outputs: one NPN open-collector output for Light-ON and another for Dark-ON, both supporting 24Vdc at 50mA. It boasts a rapid response time of 80µs (0.00008 seconds) and is equipped with an orange LED for visual position indication. The current consumption is rated at 15mA (0.015 A), and it can detect objects as small as 0.8x1.2mm.

Panasonic MS-SQ4-24 is a mounting accessory designed specifically for handling chemical liquids, including low-concentration hydrogen fluoride. It features a PFA attachment and a PVC mounting bracket, catering to the secure and appropriate installation requirements for chemical liquid management applications.