Panasonic Through Beam Sensors on Powermatic Associates

Panasonic FT-45X is a fiber sensor designed with a threaded head fiber sensor emitter and receiver pair. This sensor features a cylindrical (threaded) barrel shape, with a length of 1m and a beam axis diameter of 1mm. It is built to operate within an ambient air temperature range of -55 to +80°C and offers a degree of protection rated at IP67, ensuring its suitability for various environmental conditions. The FT-45X is equipped with an M4 thread size and has a bending radius of R4, accommodating installation and operational needs in compact and demanding spaces.

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 FD-61S is a fiber sensor characterized by its cylindrical (threaded) barrel shape, designed for sleeve fiber sensor applications. It operates within an ambient air temperature range of -55 to +80°C and offers a degree of protection rated at IP67, ensuring its suitability for various environmental conditions. The sensor has a length of 2m, accommodates an M3 thread size, and is designed to withstand a minimum bending radius of R4.

Panasonic SC-E81 is an I/O unit designed as an e-CON 8-channel connector input extension unit, featuring an input signal indicator for each of the 8 devices it can connect to. It is specifically engineered to connect to 8 NPN output type devices, providing a visual position indicator through the input signal indicator for efficient monitoring and troubleshooting of connected devices.

Panasonic FX-551P is an amplifier designed for sensor applications, featuring a digital fiber sensor amplifier with a red LED. It includes functions such as interference prevention, OFF-delay/ON-delay timer ranging from 0.1ms to 32s, and a one-shot timer. The case cover is made of polycarbonate, and the switch is constructed from polyacetal. This part comes pre-equipped with a connector for ease of connection and offers outputs short-circuit protection. It operates at a wavelength of 660 nm and is designed to function in ambient air temperatures ranging from -10 to +55 °C. With an IP40 degree of protection, it supports both Light-ON and Dark-ON operating modes. 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 features a response time that varies from 60µs (FAST) to 24ms (HYPR), depending on the setting. The part includes a 4-digit red LED display and a 4-digit green LED display for clear indication, with a time delay function adjustable from 0.1ms to 32s. Power consumption is 0.96 W in normal mode and 0.68 W in eco mode.

Panasonic FX-551 is an amplifier for sensors, specifically designed as a digital fiber sensor amplifier featuring a red LED. It is constructed with a polycarbonate case cover and polyacetal switches, ensuring durability. This part is pre-equipped with a connector for easy installation and offers a wavelength of 660 nm. It operates efficiently within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55 °C and is protected by an IP40 degree of protection, safeguarding against solid objects larger than 1mm. The FX-551 supports both Light-ON and Dark-ON operating modes and has a low current consumption of 40mA (0.04 A) under normal conditions and 28mA (0.028 A) in Eco mode, both at 24Vdc. It features a single digital output (NPN open-collector / 24Vdc / 100mA) and offers a variety of response times ranging from 60µs (0.000060 s) to 24ms (0.024 s), catering to different operational needs. Additionally, it includes an interference prevention function, an OFF-delay/ON-delay timer, and a one-shot timer with a time delay range of 0.1ms to 32s (0.0001-32 s). The power consumption is modest at 0.96 W in normal mode and 0.68 W in Eco mode. The device is equipped with a 4-digit red LED display and a 4-digit green LED display for clear, easy-to-read output information.

Panasonic FX-301H is an amplifier for sensors featuring a digital fiber sensor amplifier with an Infrared IR LED. It includes functions such as interference prevention, OFF-delay/ON-delay timer ranging from 0.5ms to 500ms, and a one-shot timer. The light color emitted is Infrared (IR), with a wavelength of 940 nm. The case cover is made of polycarbonate, and the housing is constructed from heat-resistant ABS. This part comes pre-equipped with a connector for easy installation. It offers protection functions including outputs short-circuit protection. Designed for operation in ambient air temperatures ranging from -10 to +55 °C, it supports both Light-ON and Dark-ON operating modes. The current consumption is 30mA (0.03 A) under normal conditions and 24mA (0.024 A) in Eco mode, both at 24Vdc. It features 1 x digital output (NPN open-collector / 24Vdc / 100mA), with a response time of 150µs (0.000150 s) in FAST mode and 2ms (0.002 s) in LONG mode. Visual position indicators include an Orange LED for operation, a Green LED for stability, and a Green (RUN) / Yellow LED for mode indication (TEACH / ADJ / L/D ON / PRO). The display type is a 4-digit red LED display. The time delay function can be set between 0.5ms and 500ms (0.0005-0.5 s), and the power consumption is 0.96 W in Normal mode and 0.84 W in Eco mode.

Panasonic FT-Z30W is a fiber sensor designed for front sensing applications, featuring a flat fiber sensor emitter and receiver pair. This rectangular-shaped sensor has a length of 2m and a beam axis diameter of 2mm. It operates within an ambient air temperature range of -40 to +60°C and offers a degree of protection rated at IP40. The minimum bending radius for this sensor is specified as R1.

Panasonic FT-Z30EW is a fiber sensor designed for side sensing applications, featuring a flat fiber sensor emitter and receiver pair. This sensor has a beam axis dimension of 2mm x 3mm and comes in a rectangular shape. The total length of the sensor is 2 meters, allowing for flexible installation. It operates within an ambient air temperature range of -40 to +60°C and has a degree of protection rated at IP40, indicating protection against solid objects larger than 1mm but not against liquids. The sensor is designed to withstand a minimum bending radius of R1, ensuring durability in various installation environments.

Panasonic FT-V25 is a fiber sensor designed for side sensing applications, featuring a sleeve fiber sensor emitter and receiver pair. This sensor comes in a cylindrical (smooth) barrel shape with a total length of 2 meters. The head diameter is 2mm, while the beam axis diameter is 0.5mm. It is built to operate within an ambient air temperature range of -55 to +80 degrees Celsius. The FT-V25 offers a degree of protection rated at IP30 and requires a minimum bending radius of R2 for installation and operation.