• Photoelectric Sensors
• Displacement Sensors
• Vision Systems
• Safety Sensors
• Safety Switches
• Safety Relays
• Proximity Sensors
• Rotary Encoders
• Pressure Sensors
GENERAL CATALOGUE 2004/2005
Sensing & Safety
Advanced Industrial Automation
Cat.No. F502-EN2-03A SEN
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Sensing guide
Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Application 20
Classified According to Specifications 24
Classified According to Product Model 32
Displacement Sensors/Width-measuring SensorsApplication Examples 42
Variations 44
Selection Guide 48
Vision SensorsVariations 56
Vision Sensors System Overview 62
Cameras, Lenses, and Lighting 66
Application Examples 68
Safety Sensors/Area SensorsClassified According to Application 70
Proximity SensorsClassified According to Application 76
Classified According to Specifications 78
Classified According to Product Model 82
Rotary EncodersClassified According to Product Model 86
Pressure SensorsClassified According to Product Model 88
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Application
General purpose
Subminiature, pin-point beam
General purpose
Passagedetection
undernormal
conditions
E3Z
E3T
10 m, retroreflective
30 m, through-beam Long-distance detection
E3G-R
1 m, Laser-Type E3C-LDA Series
E3S-C
E3T
E3X-DA-N + E32 Series
General purpose, built-in amplifier E3Z-T + Slit
Laser / Auto Tuning, sep. amplifier E3C-LDA Series
Through-beam, optical fiber
Through-beam, built-in amplifier
Miniature, space-saving
E3T-ST/FT
E32-T14/T14L/T24/T24S + Amplifier
Reflective, optical fiber E32-D14L/D24/L24L + Amplifier
E3T-FD
Wafer, glass, and film detection
High performance, pin-point beamTransparent object detection
E3S-R
E3Z-B/E3S-CR62/67
Subminiature, optical fiber E32-R + Amplifier
20 m, optical fiber E32-T17L + Amplifier
Miniature, built-in amplifier
Subminiature optical fiber
Reflective, built-in amplifier
E3C-LDA SeriesLaser/Auto Power Tuning, sep. Amplifier
Minute object detection
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High performance (4-mm level difference detection)
Applications with background influence
E3S-CL1
Medium distance: 50 to 500 mm E3S-CL2
E3G-L7
Long distance: 0.2 to 2 m metal housing E3NT-L
Miniature, small spot E3Z-LS
Flexible, strong fiberMoving-part mounting E32-T11/T21/D11/D21
General purpose E3JK
Laser Line Beam E3C-LDA Series
Area detection Subminiature, 30-mm beam width E32-T16W + Amplifier
Distance setting
Passagedetection
undernormal
conditions
Long distance, retroreflective, 10 m; distance-settable, 2 mAC power supply E3G terminal-block model
Long distance: 0.5 to 2 m
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Application
E32-T16J/E32-A01/E32-A02 + Amplifier
E32-D82F + AmplifierTeflon
Optical fiber (side view)
Detection ofglossy objects
Liquid leveldetection
Liquid contact
Pipe mounting
Spot diameter: Approx. 2 mm (sensing distance: 10 mm)
20±7 mm
Contents inspection
E32-T17L + E3X-DA-NInspecting contents of bags Optical fiber
E3S-CInspecting contents of paper packages Built-in amplifier
Detection ofmarking and
colordifferences
E3MVAutotuningBuilt-in amplifier
E3MCFull-color RGB light sourceHigh performance, rattle resistance
E3X-DA-N + E32-@Automatic Power ControlOptical fiber
Positioning Long distance
Miniature, low cost
Subminiature
E3C-LDA SeriesLaser Type Spot, Line, Area
Built-in amplifier
E3Z
Laser Sensor
E3G-L1
E3C-LDA Series
E3T
Level differencedetection
E3Z-LS
E3NT-LLong distance
Manual
E32-L25A/L25L + AmplifierOptical fiberSmall level differences
E3G-L1MiniatureMinute level differences
E3X-DAB: Blue light sourceE3X-DAG: Green light source
E32-A04 + Amplifier
E32-A03 + AmplifierExtremely narrow field of vision
Narrow field of vision
Optical fiber
E3X-NA + E32-@
Power Tuning Function E3X-DA-S
Optical fiber, Area E32-D36F
Mapping
*Teflon is a registered trademark of the Dupont Company and the Mitsui Dupont Chemical Company for their fluoride resin.
Laser Sensor
E3X-NAG: Green light source
Small spot Line beam
Low hysteresis, 4 mm min.
Miniature
Very small spot E3C-LD11 / E3C-LDA
Short distance, small spot
Long distance
E3X-NL + E32-S15-1
E3X-NL + E32-S15L-1/S15L-2
E3X-DA-N + E32-@
E3S-CL1
Optical fiber
Not influenced by changes in color
Laser Type E3C-LDA Series
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Detection underspecial conditions
E32-T12F/T14F/T81F/D12FTeflon caseChemical resistance
E3S-CL2
E3S-CLong distance
Distance setting
Oil resistance
E32-D73-S
E32-T61-S/D61-SHeat resistance (350˚C)
Heat resistance (400˚C)
E32-T81R-S/D81R-S/T81F-SHeat resistance (200˚C), R10 mm
E32-T84S-SHeat resistance (200˚C), L-shaped, fine beam
E32-T51/D51Heat resistance (150˚C max.)
E3NT-LLow temperature (-40˚C)
High/low temperature resistance
E32-V SeriesOptical fiberVacuum resistance
E32-L66Heat resistance (300˚C)
E32-L24S/E32-L16Compact Head
E35-LS3with background suppressionwide beam
E3Z-D@1/7without background suppression
-40 to +150˚C, 400˚C max.
Wiring reduction E3Z
E3G-R/LRetroreflective, 10 m
E3S-C@-M1JSolid, long distance (30 m)
Miniature, vertical
Built-in amplifier
Optical fiber E3X-DA-N + E32-@/E3X-NA + E32-@E3X-DA-S + E32-@/E3X-MDA-@
Glass positioning
Structured objects
Fiber
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to SpecificationsThrough-beam/RetroreflectiveSelection According to Size and Sensing Distance
Appearance (lens diameter: mm) Sensing distance Features Model
• Optical fiberE32-T11L(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Optical fiber
• Equipped with
long-distance lens
E32-TC200+E39-F1(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Optical fiberE32-T17L(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Subminia-
ture,built-in ampli-
fier
• Pin-point beam
E3T-ST12
• Resin filled
• Vibration resistant
• Equipped with
connector
E3Z-T61
E3Z-T61A
• Solid
• Oil resistantE3S-CT11
• Long distance,
retroreflectiveE3G-R13
(1.4 dia.)
14
M4
Miniature
1.33 m
(4 dia.)
20
4 m*2
(10 dia.)
42
M14
20 m
*3
(1.7 dia.)
9.5
18.5 1 m
(11 dia. x 7.2)
20
31
10 m
15 m
(17 dia. x 11)
50 23
30 m
(14 dia. x 12)
59.5
7.5
68.5
47.8
Large
10 m
[500 mm]*1
*1. The figure in square brackets indicates the minimum required distance between sensor and reflector.*2. The actual sensing distance is longer because the length of the optical fiber is 2 m.*3. The actual sensing distance is longer because the length of the optical fiber is 10 m.
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■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to SpecificationsDiffuse reflective/Distance settingSelection According to Size and Sensing Distance
Note: The figures given above for sensing distance are for the standard sensing object (white mat paper). The sensing distance will vary with the color of the light sourceand the workpiece. See the tables below.
Relationship between Workpiece Color and Sensing Distance for Diffuse Reflective Photoelectric Sensor (Typical Examples)
Appearance Sensing distance (standard sensing object) Features Model
• Red LED
• Fiber
E32-D11L(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Built-in
amplifier
• Ultra-slim
E3T-FD11
• Built-in
amplifier
• Vertical
E3Z-D61
E3Z-D62
E3Z-LS61
• Built-in
amplifier
• Solid
E3S-CD#1
E3S-CD#2
• AC/DC power
supplyE3JK-DS30
• AC/DC power
supply
• Distance
setting
• Teaching
E3G-L73
• Digital display
• Rigid metal
housing
• Teaching
E3NT-L17
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M6
Miniature
400 mm
3.5
24 5 to 30 mm(50 x 50-mm white mat paper)
20
31
5 to 100 mm(100 x 100-mm white mat paper) wide field of vision
20 to 200 mm
1 m
(300 x 300-mm white mat paper)
50
232 m
700 mm(200 x 200-mm white mat paper)
(300 x 300-mm white mat paper)
50
50 300 mm(100 x 100-mm white mat paper)
47.8
68.5
0.2 to 2 m
(100 x 100-mm white mat paper)
65.1
88.7
Large
0.2 to 2 m
(100 x 100-mm white mat paper)
1. Models with Red LED 2. Infrared LEDWorkpiececolor 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
100
300 600(%)Workpiececolor 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
100
300 600(%)
WhiteRedOrangeYellowPurpleLight greenLight blueBlueGreenBlackMirrorClear glass
WhiteRedOrangeYellowPurpleLight greenLight blueBlueGreenBlackMirrorClear glass
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Specifications Space-saving Models (Through-beam) Selection According to Depth and Sensing Distance
* The beam width corresponds to the value of a detector lens diameter.
Appearance * Sensing distance Features Model
• Optical fiber, ultra-
slim
E32-T24(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Optical fiberE32-T14L(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Optical fiber, side-
view with lens
E32-TC200+E39-F2(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Built-in amplifier
• Ultra-slimE3T-FT12
• Optical fiber
• Fine beam
E32-T24S(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Optical fiber, wide
screen fiber
E32-T16W(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Optical fiberE32-T14(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
2.0 dia.
1.0 dia.0.5 dia.
130 mm
3.0 dia.1 dia.
460 mm
2.8 dia.
M4
4.0 dia.
700 mm
1.3 dia.
3.5
500 mm
2 dia.
3.5 dia.
1300 mm
30 mmWidth: 5 mm
23
1800 mm
4.4 dia.
10.5
3.4 m
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■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to SpecificationsSpace saving Models (Diffuse reflective) Selection According to Size and Sensing Distance
Appearance Sensing distance Features Model
• Optical fiber,
convergent reflective
E32-L24L(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Optical fiberE32-D24(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
• Built-in amplifier,
ultra-slimE3T-FD11
E32-D14L(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
4
4±2 mm
3 dia.
2 dia.
30 mm
3.5
5 to 30 mm
6 dia.
110 mm
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Specifications Minute Object Detection (Through-beam) Selection According to Minimum Size of Sensing Object and Sensing Distance
Minimum Sensing Object
Sensing distance Appearance Model
E32-T24(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-T22L(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-T21L(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-TC200(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-T22S(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E3Z-T61A+E39-S65A(0.5 mm slit)
E3S-CT11+E39-S61(0.5 mm wide slit)
0.01 dia. 130 mm
1 dia.
2 dia.
30
0.01 dia. 440 mm2 dia.
17
0.01 dia. 440 mmM3
11
0.01 dia.760 mm
M4
14
0.01 dia.1.9 m
3 dia.
15
0.2 dia 40 mm20
10.8
0.5 dia
1.8 m50
20
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■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Specifications Minute Object Detection (Diffuse reflective) Selection According to Minimum Size of Sensing Object and Sensing Distance
Minimum Sensing Object
Sensing distance Appearance Model
E32-D33(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-D32(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-DC200E(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-EC41+E39-F3A-5(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-L25A
E32-L25L
0.01 dia. 16 mm3 dia. 0.8 dia.
30
0.01 dia.75 mm 17
2 dia.
0.01 dia.80 mm
11
M3
0.05 to 1 dia.7 mm
16.5
5 dia.4 dia.
0.015 dia. 3.3 mm
20
20
0.015 dia. 7.2±1.8 mm
16
18
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Specifications Mark Sensors (Level Difference and Bright/Dark Sensing)Selection According to Detected Color
Level Difference Detection Selection According to Detectable Level Difference and Setting Distance (Typical Examples)
Markcolor
Back-ground color
White
White
Yellow
Orange
Red
Green
Blue
Black
Yellow Orange Red Green Blue Black
:Red light source :Blue light source :Green light source
* RGB light source models can perform all combinations shown in the above table.
Light source color
Red light source
Configuration
Optical fiber
E3X-DAB@-N/S
E3X-DAG@-N/S
E3X-NAG@
E3MC-A
E3MC-X/Y
E3X-NA
Optical fiberBlue light source
Green light sourceOptical fiber
Built-in amplifier
E3M-VBuilt-in amplifier
RGB light sourceOptical fiber
Model
E3X-DA-N/DA-S/MDA
Sensing distance Level difference
0.165 mm
20
3.3 mm7.2±1.8 mm
5 to15 mm
30 to 50 mm
40 to200 mm
20 to200 mm
200 to2000 mm
0.27 to 0.45 mm 2 mm 1.2 to 2 mm 0.8 to 4 mm 4 mm 60 mm
16 11
40
18
E32-L25A E32-L25L E3T-SL1# E3S-CL1 E3Z-LS
Mod
elFe
atur
es
Optical fiber Optical fiberBuilt-in amplifierUltra-slim
E3G-L1
Built-in amplifier Built-in amplifier Built-in amplifier
E3NT-L
Built-in amplifier
App
eara
nce
20
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■ Photoelectric SensorsSmall Spot Detection Selection According to Spot Diameter and Sensing Distance (Typical Examples)
* Units: mm. The values given for the spot diameter are for detection at the maximum sensing distance.
Spot diameter*
Sensing distance Appearance Model
E32-EC41+E39-F3A-5(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-EC31+E39-F3A-5(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-EC41+E39-F3B(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)E32-EC31+E39-F3B(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-C42+E39-F3A(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E32-D32+E39-F3A
E32-EC31/EC41+E39-F3C(With E3X-DA-N in standard mode)
E3T-SL11
E3T-SL21
E3Z-L
E3NT-L
0.1 dia. 7 mm
16.5
5 dia.4 dia.
0.5 dia. 7 mm
16.5
5 dia.4 dia.
0.2 dia. 17 mm25.2
6 dia.
0.5 dia. 17 mm25.2
6 dia.
0.1 dia to
0.6 dia.to
6 mm
15 mm
23
6 dia. 4 dia.
0.5 dia to
1.0 dia.
to6 mm
15 mm
23
6 dia. 4 dia.
4.0 dia.20 mm
10.9
5 dia. 4.3 dia.
0.8 dia.
5 to 15 mm 11
24.55 to 30 mm
2.5 dia.80 to 100 mm
20
31
35.0 dia.
200 to 2000 mm 88.7
65.1
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Product ModelDigital Fiber Amplifiers with Cables
Digital Fiber Amplifiers with Connectors
Appearance Classification Control outputModel
Output configurationNPN output PNP output
General purpose • ON/OFF output E3X-DA11-N E3X-DA41-N
Monitor output• ON/OFF output• Monitor output
E3X-DA21-N E3X-DA51-N
Mark de-tection
Blue LED
• ON/OFF output
E3X-DAB11-N E3X-DAB41-N
Red LED E3X-DAG11-N E3X-DAG41-N
Infrared diode E3X-DAH11-N E3X-DAH41-N
Differential output E3X-DA11D ---
Water resistant E3X-DA11V E3X-DA41V
Twin output E3X-DA11TW E3X-DA41TV
Appearance ClassificationApplicable Connector
(order separately)Control output
ModelOutput configuration
NPN output PNP output
General purposeMaster E3X-CN11
• ON/OFF output E3X-DA6 E3X-DA8Slave E3X-CN12
Monitor outputMaster E3X-CN21 • ON/OFF output
• Monitor outputE3X-DA7 E3X-DA9
Slave E3X-CN22
Mark de-tection
Blue LEDMaster E3X-CN11
• ON/OFF output
E3X-DAB6 E3X-DAB8Slave E3X-CN12
Red LEDMaster E3X-CN11
E3X-DAG6 E3X-DAG8Slave E3X-CN12
Infrared diodeMaster E3X-CN11
E3X-DAH6 E3X-DAH8Slave E3X-CN12
Differential outputMaster E3X-CN11
E3X-DA6D ---Slave E3X-CN12
Water resistant (M8 connector)
XS3F-M421-40#-AXS3F-M422-40#-A
E3X-DA14V E3X-DA44V
Twin output
Master E3X-CN21
E3X-DA6TW E3X-DA8TW
Slave E3X-CN22
31.5
64.3
10
E3X-DA-N
E3X-DA11-N
33
12
67.2
31.5
10
64.3
31.5
10
64.3
E3X-DA-N
E3X-DA6
33
12
67.2
31.5
10
64.3
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■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Product ModelFiber Amplifiers with Adjustors and Cables
Fiber Amplifiers with Adjustors and Connectors
Fiber Amplifier Sensor Communication Units
Appearance Classification Control outputModel
Output configurationNPN output PNP output
General purpose
• ON/OFF output
E3X-NA11 E3X-NA41
High-speed detection E3X-NA11F E3X-NA41F
Mark detection E3X-NAG11 E3X-NAG41
Water resistant E3X-NA11V E3X-NA41V
Appearance ClassificationApplicable Connector
(order separately)Control output
ModelOutput configuration
NPN output PNP output
General purpose
Master E3X-CN11
• ON/OFF output
E3X-NA6 E3X-NA8
Slave E3X-CN12
Water resistant (M8 connector)
XS3F-M421-40#-AXS3F-M422-40#-A
E3X-NA14V E3X-NA44V
AppearanceCommunications
methodFeatures
Connectable Fiber Amplifiers
Model
DeviceNet
• Equipped with connector for wiring and space reduction.
• Connection possible for up to 16 units (14 units with CompoBus/S model).
E3X-DA#6E3X-DA#8E3X-DA6#E3X-DA8TWE39-TM1
E3X-DRT21
CompoBus/S E3X-SRT21
RS-422 E3X-CIF11
31.5
64.3
10
E3X-NA
33
67.2
12
31.5
10
64.3
E3X-NA
33
12
67.2
E3X-DRT21
E3X-SRT21
E3X-CIF11
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Product ModelModels with Built-in Amplifier (General Purpose)
Appearance (typical examples)
Features Sensing method Sensing distance Model
• Miniature, long distance• Power and resource savings• Models with M8 connector
available.
Through-beamE3Z-T#1 (6)
E3Z-T#1A (6A)
Retroreflective (MSR) E3Z-R#1 (6)
Diffuse reflectiveE3Z-D#1 (6)
E3Z-D#2 (7)
Distance setting E3Z-LS
• Subminiature, slim• Visible fine beam• High-power beam
Through-beamE3T-ST1#
E3T-FT1#
Retroreflective E3Z-SR1#
Diffuse reflective E3T-FD1#
Convergent reflectiveE3T-SL1#
E3T-SL2#
• Excellent water resistance, oil resistance, and long-dis-tance detection
• NPN/PNP selectable
Through-beam E3S-CT#1 (-M1J)
Retroreflective (MSR) E3S-CR#1 (-M1J)
Diffuse reflectiveE3S-CD#1 (-M1J)
E3S-CD#2 (-M1J)
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2010.8
E3Z
E3Z-T61
15 m
10 m
4 m [100 mm]*
5 to 100 mm (wide field of vision)
1 m
20 to 200 mm
2418.5
9.5 73.5 12
E3T
E3T-FD11E3T-ST11
1 m
500 mm
200 mm [10 mm]*
5 to 30 mm
5 to 15 mm
5 to 30 mm
23
20.4
50
E3S-C
E3S-CT11
30 m
3 m
700 mm
2 m
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■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Product ModelModels with Built-in Amplifiers
* The figures in square brackets indicate the minimum required distance between sensor and reflector.
Models with Built-in Power Supply
*1. The figures in parentheses indicate the sensing distances for use with the E39-R2 reflector.*2. The figures in square brackets indicate the minimum required distance between densor and reflector.
Appearance Features Sensing method Sensing distance Model
• Ideal for detecting minute workpieces.• Stable detection even with colored,
angled, or glossy objects.• Models with M8 connector available.• Equipped with teaching function.
Distance setting
E3G-L1#
E3G-L3#
Minimal influence from background ob-jects and colors so that only the required object is detected.Long sensing distance, oil resistance, and water resistance.High-performance die-cast case.
Distance setting
E3S-CL1
E3S-CL2
• Two long-distance detection models available.
• E3G-M models can use either AC or DC power supplies.
Retroreflective (MSR)E3G-R1#
E3G-MR19 (T)
Distance settingE3G-L7#
E3G-ML79 (T)
E3NT-L
• Long sensing distance• Digital display• Use set functions• Teaching• Rigid metal housing
Distance setting E3NT-L
Appearance Features Sensing method Sensing distance Model
Slim body full of functions
Through-beamE3JK-5M#
E3JK-5S3
Retroreflective (MSR) E3JK-R2M#
E3JK-R2S3
Retroreflective E3JK-R4M#
E3JK-R4S3
Diffuse reflectiveE3JK-DS30M#
E3JK-DS30S3
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3018.4
E3G-L1/L35 to 50 mm
30 to 50 mmSetting range
Sensing range
5 to 200 mm
50 to 200 mmSetting range
Sensing range
42.6
4015.4
E3S-CL5 to 200 mm
40 to 200 mmSetting range
Sensing range
5 to 500 mm
50 to 500 mmSetting range
Sensing range
67.8
47.8
21E3G
E3G-R13
10 m [500 mm]*
0.2 to2 m
White mat paper
88.7
27
65.1
0.2 to 2 m
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50
5018
E3JK
E3JK-5M1
5 m
2.5 m (3 m) *1
4 m (5 m) *1
300 mm
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Selection Guide■ Photoelectric SensorsClassified According to Product ModelModels with Built-in Amplifier (General Purpose)
Green lightRGB light Infrared lightRed light
Appli-cation Appearance Features Configuration Sensing distance Model
Fu
ll C
olo
r S
enso
rs (
LE
D)
[ON/OFF models]• Detect minute level
differences.• Minimal influence
from rattling and glossy workpieces.
Built-in amplifierE3MC-A#1
E3MC-MA#1
FiberE3MC-X#1
E3MC-MX#1
General purpose, fiberE3MC-Y#1
E3MC-MY#1
[Analog output models]• Color data converted
to R, G, and B analog data
Built-in amplifier E3MC-A
Fiber E3MC-X
General purpose, fiber E3MC-Y
E3MV
Spot diameter 1 x 4 mm
Built-in amplifier
E3M-VG1#
Spot diameter 4 x 1 mm E3M-VG2#
Appli-cation Appearance Features Sensing method Sensing distance Model
Thin
Bea
m S
pot S
enso
rs
• 2.5-mm-dia. small spot
• Visible light• Models with M8 con-
nector available.
Reflective E3Z-L#1(6)
E3MC
53.2
30.4
80
30
3010.4
E3MC-X11
60±10 mm
20±4 mm
5 mm (E32-CC200)
(E32-T16)200 mm
60±10 mm
20±4 mm
5 mm (E32-CC200)
68.5
43
21
10±3 mm
20
31
10.8
E3Z-L
90±30 mm
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*1. The figures in square brackets indicate the minimum required distance betweensensor and reflector.*2. This figure is for use with a 0.85-mm-dia. slit. The figure is 10 m if no slit is used.*3. A reflector is not provided.*4. The figures for sensing distance are for use with an E39-R1S. The figures in square brackets indicate the minimum required distance between sensor and reflector.*5. Models with 0.5 m cables are also available. Specify the cable length required at the end of the model number. (Example: E3Z-B61 0.5 m)
Appli-cation Appearance Features Sensing method Sensing distance Model
Las
ers Stable detection possible for all
colors, even with reflective backgrounds such as SUS, by adjusting the distance.
Distance setting F3C-AL#4-M1J
Appli-cation
Fiber UnitFeatures
Applicable Amplifier
Appearance Sensing method Sensing distance Model Model
Op
tica
l Fib
er G
loss
y O
bje
ct S
enso
rs
E3ML-XE4
Reflective
E32-S15-#
• Discriminates a wide range of gloss
• Short-distance detectionSmall spot
E3X-NL11
E32-S15L-#• Discriminates a wide range
of gloss• Long-distance detection
Appli-cation Appearance Features Sensing method Sensing distance Model
Tra
nsp
aren
t B
ott
le S
enso
rs (
for
Det
ecti
on
of
Tra
nsp
aren
t O
bje
cts)
High precisionDetect transparent bottles
Retroreflective
E3S-CR62
E3S-CR67
• Resin models available.• Horizontal and vertical
models available.• Models with connectors
available.
RetroreflectiveE3S-R#2
E3S-R#7
Retroreflective (MSR)E3S-R#1
E3S-R#6
Appearance Connection method Sensing method Sensing distanceModel
NPN output PNP output
Pre-wired
Retroreflective*3(No MSR function)
E3Z-B61 E3Z-B81
Connector E3Z-B66 E3Z-B86
Pre-wired E3Z-B62 E3Z-B82
Connector E3Z-B67 E3Z-B87
Infrared lightRed light
1845
90
F3C-AL
150 to 700 mm
120 to 700 mmSensing range
Setting range
29 x 29 x 10 mm
10±3 mm
42 x 47 x 20 mm
20±7 mm
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20.4E3S-CR62/67
E3S-CR62
250 mmE39-R6 Reflector
E39-R1 Reflector
1 m [250 mm]*1
21
42.312.4
E3S-R
E3S-R11
300 mm[100 mm]*1
1 m [100 mm]*1
31
10.8
20E3Z-B 500 mm [80 mm]*4
2 m [100 mm]*4
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Appli-cation Appearance Features Sensing method Model
Applicable Amplifier
Liq
uid
leve
l
Liquid level fiber sensorHeat resistant (200 °C)
Diffuse reflective E32-D82F#
E3X-DA-NE3X-NA
Liquid level fiber sensorMounts to pipes of 8- to 10-mm diameter (wall thickness: 1 mm).
Reflective E32-L25T
Appli-cation Appearance Classification
Sensing distance (when using E3X-NH)
ModelApplicable Amplifier
Vac
uu
m S
enso
rs
Fiber on vacuum side
Through-beam, straight
E32-T51V 1M
E3X-DA-NE3X-NA
Through-beam, L-shaped
E32-T54V 1M
Through-beam, heat resistant
E32-T84SV 1M
Flange
4 channels
–––
E32-VF4
1 channel E32-VF1
Fiber outside E32-T10V 2M
Infrared lightRed light
E32-D82F
E32-D82F1
10
1618
E32-L25T
80
80
E32-T51V 1M
E32-T10V 2M
E32-VF4
100 mm
65 mm
250 mm
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Appli-cation Appearance Features
Sensing method
Sensing distance Model
PC
B S
enso
rs
Stable detection even for black PCBs.
Convergent reflective
E3S-LS3#
E3S-LS3N#
Appli-cation Appearance Features Connection method
Number of opti-cal axes
Sensing distance
ModelNPN output
Gro
ove
d-t
ype
Ph
oto
-el
ectr
ic S
enso
rs
• Grooved design eliminates the need for optical axis adjustment.
• Two-axis models also available.
Pre-wired (0.5/2 m)1
E3Z-G61
Junction connector E3Z-G61-M3J
Pre-wired (0.5/2 m)2
E3Z-G62
Pre-wired (0.5/2 m) E3Z-G62-M3J
Appli-cation Appearance Features
Connection method
OutputOutput con-figuration
Model
UV
Po
wer
Mo
nit
ors
• Fiber• Head withstands temperatures of
up to 300 °C/150 °C. Harmful UV light is converted to visible light (when F3UV-HM/HT is used).
• Easy-to-read digital display of measurement values (with F3UV-XW models).
• Light monitored by amplifier via optical fiber cable.
• Fiber Unit required separately.
Pre-wired
• Evaluation output
• Answer-back output
• Analog out-put
NPN output F3UV-XW11
PNP output F3UV-XW41
• Analog volt-age output
––– F3UV-XA
Appearance FeaturesIntensity range of
incident lightOutput Model
• Built-in amplifier• Deterioration due to UV light pre-
vented by protective structure.• Confirm the output status of the
UV light source with an operation indicator.
1 to 30 mW/cm2
Analog voltage output
F3UV-A30
0.2 to 3 mW/cm2 F3UV-A03
Infrared lightRed light
19
10
34
E3S-LS3
E3S-LS3#
20 to 35 mm
10 to 60 mm
4025
7.5
11
50
E3Z-G
25 mm
55
30
98
F3UV-XW
30
12
59
F3UV-XA
19
35.516.4
F3UV-A
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Name Appearance Features Model
Sensor Adjustor
Reliable sensor attachments that are easily installed and easily adjusted.
E39-L150
E39-L151
E39-L93#
Mounting Attachment for E39-R1
E39-L96
Vertical Protective Sensor Cover
E39-L97
Horizontal Protective Sensor Cover
E39-L98
213
34
61
56 34
56 50
E39-L150E39-L151E39-L93#E39-L97E39-L98
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Application Examples
ZX-LD40Sensor Head
ZX-LDA11Amplifier Unit
HI
PASS
LOW
HIPASSLOW
1
2
mm
HIPASSLOW
1
2
mm
HIPASSLOW
1
2
mm
NGOK NG
HIPASSLOW
1
2
mm
HIPASSLOW
1
2
mm
SmartZX-L-Series
Operational unitT=K- (A+B)
ZX-LT SeriesZ4-LB Series
SmartZX-L- & E-Serie
Evaluation
Measurement
Height
Length
Diameter
Width
Gap
Eccentricity
Surface fluctuations
Unevenness, warping
Level
Positioning
Distance
Direction
Position
Height
Height
Thickness
Diameter
Determining workpiece height (self-triggered detection)
Shape inspection for tracer control of welding robots
Thickness measurement (continuous)
Diameter measurement for cables and rods
Thickness
Counting
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Z4-LB
ZX-LT Series
SmartZX-E Series
SmartZX-E Series
SmartZX-E Series
Connector pin countSmartZX-L-Series
Counting
Positioning
Unevenness, WarpingInspection for incorrectly tightened container caps
Positioning of orientation flats
Gap
Unevenness,
Eccentricity
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VariationsSelect the Sensor According to the ApplicationParallel Light Applications
Laser-Triangulation Applications
Height Length Thickness
Outer diameter Width Gap
Eccentricity Surface inclination Unevenness, warping
Level Height Thickness
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Width-measuring Sensors (Detection Using Parallel Light)
Optical Laser Displacement Sensor for Diffuse Reflection
Optical Laser Displacement Sensor for Definite Reflection
ZX-LTSmart Sensor
Z4LB V2Parallel Beam Linear Sensor with Built-in Amplifier
ZX-LD40/100/300 spot typeZX-LD40L/100L/300L line typeSmart Sensor
ZX-LD30V spot typeZX-LD30VL line typeSmart Sensor
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Inductive Displacement Applications
Inductive Displacement Sensor
Gap Thickness Eccentricity Position
ZX-E seriesSmart Sensor
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Smart Sensor ConceptLaser Displacement Sensor Amplifier / Calculation PC-Communication
Diffuse reflective
Definite reflective
Parallel Laser Beam
Inductive Displacement Sensor
Sensor Heads
ZX-LD40/100/300 spot typeZX-LD40L/100L/300L line type
ZX-LD30V spot typeZX-LD30VL line type
ZX-LT001/ZX-LT005/ZX-LT010
M@@-shape ZX-EM@@T
ZX-LDA
+
Calculation Unit CAL2
Cylindrical ZX-ED@@TZX-EDA
+
Calculation Unit CAL2
+
Software
Software ZX-SW11EV2
Interface UnitZX-SF11ZX-SFW11E
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Selection Guide■ Smart ZX-L Laser Sensors
*1. O: Ideal. : Suitable depending on conditions.X: Not suitable. *2. Diffuse objects: White ceramic, white paper, and objects with white coating.
■ Smart ZX-E Inductive Displacement Sensors
Classification Optical Classification Optical
Sensor model ZX-LD# ZX-LD#L Sensor model ZX-LD30V ZX-LD30VL
Applicable AmplifierUnit
ZX-LDA## Applicable AmplifierUnit
ZX-LDA##
Appearance(Sensor and
Amplifier)
Appearance(Sensor)
Mea
sure
men
t o
bje
cts
*1
Magnetic metals O
Mea
sure
men
t o
bje
cts
*1
Mirrow Surface O O
Glossy objects O Glass O
Diffuse objects *2 O O Wafer O O
Transparent objects X Shining
Metals O O
Liquids Liquids Level
Sensing method Diffuse Reflective Sensing method Definite Reflective
Linearity ±0.2% FS to ±2% FS Linearity ±0.2% FS
Beam shape Spot Line Beam shape Spot Line
Beam diameter
50 µm dia.to 300 µm dia.
75 µm x 2 mm to 450 µm x 2 mm
Beam diameter
75 µm 100 µm x 1.8 mm
Mea
sure
men
t ra
ng
e
The figures in parenthe-ses indicate the resolu-tion for re-
flective models.
Mea
sure
men
t ra
ng
e
The figures in parenthe-ses indicate the resolu-tion for re-
flective models.
Sensor Head Model Shape Sensing Distance Linearity Accuracy Temperature DriftZX-EDR5T 3 dia x 18 mm 0 - 0.5 mm �0,5% F.S. 1 µm 0,15% F.S./°C
ZX-ED01T 5.4 dia x 18 mm 0 - 1 mm 0,07% F.S./°C
ZX-ED02T 8 dia x 22 mm 0 - 2 mm
ZX-EM02T M10 x 22 mm 0 - 2 mm
ZX-EM07T M18 x 46.3 mm 0 - 7 mm
40±10 mm (2 µm)
100±40 mm (16 µm)
300±200 mm (300 µm)
0 50 100 200 300 400 500
ZX-LD300ZX-LD300L
ZX-LD100ZX-LD100L
ZX-LD40ZX-LD40L 30±2 mm (0.25 µm)
0 50 100 200 300 400 500
ZX-LD30VZX-LD30VL
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O: Suitable. X: Not suitable.
*1. Applicable Amplifiers: Z4LB-CV2 (NPN), Z4LB-CPV2 (PNP)*2. Model number for set consisting of sensor and amplifier. Nothing in # indicates NPN output model; P in # indicates PNP output model.
Classi-fication Model
Measurement object Resolution/repeatingaccuracy
Linearity Measurement range FeaturesOpaque Transpar-
ent
Op
tica
l
Z4LB-S10V2*1(Sensor)
O X
5 µm (5 ms)10 µm (0.3 ms)
---
• Miniature sensor head
• Visible-light laser• Digital display• Compatibility be-
tween sensor and amplifier
Z4LB-A1040#V2*2(Set)
±0.5% FS
• Miniature sensor head
• High precision• Digital display
Z4LB-S30V2*1(Sensor)
15 µm (5 ms)30 µm (0.3 ms)
---
• Large width: 30 mm• Visible-light laser• Digital display• Compatibility be-
tween sensor and amplifier
Z4LB-A3040#V2*2(Set)
±0.5% FS• Large width: 30 mm• High precision• Digital display
ZX-LT001
4 µm
• Miniature sensor head
• 1 mm dia. beam, 0 -500 mm
• 1 - 2.5 mm dia, beam 500 - 2,000 mm
ZX-LT005
• Miniature sensor head
• 5 mm width beam• 0 - 500 mm
ZX-LT010• Miniature sensor• 10 mm width beam• 0 - 500 mm
0 to 300 mm
10 mm
10 mm
40 mm Measurement range
0 to 300 mm
30 mm
30 mm
Measurement range40 mm
0 to 500 mm 500 to 2000 mm
1 mm dia. 1 to 2.5 mm dia.
0 to 500 mm
5 mm
0 to 500 mm
10 mm
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VariationsSelect the Sensor According to the Application
Measuring the thickness of transparent film Measuring the thickness of sheet Inspecting the surface uniformity of a hard disk
Measurement of electrode position in the display module Measurement of warping in transparent plastic Shape measurement for welding robot control
Measurement of connector pin configuration
Door gap measurementRivet height measurementHeight measurement for creamsoldered joint on PCB
Welding bead inspection
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Z300 CCD measurement sensor
Z500 CCD profile sensor
Z510 CCD profile sensor for welding bead inspection
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Selection GuideZ300 CCD measurement sensor
Note: 1 . Displacement conversion value for peak-to-peak of displacement output. These figures are for measurement of OMRON standard quartz glass (mirror reflection mode) or OMRONstandard SUS blocks (diffuse reflection) at the measurement center. In magnetic fields, it may not be possible to maintain resolution performance characteristics.
2 . These figures are for when the Sensor is connected to the Z300-VC10EV3/VC15EV3, the average number of measurements is 256, and M command RS-232C output is used.3 . Displacement conversion value for peak-to-peak of displacement output (for measurement of OMRON standard white alumina ceramic at the measurement center). In strong magnetic
fields, it may not be possible to maintain resolution performance characteristics.4 . With the Z300-VC10EV3/VC15EV3, at an average number of measurements of 64.5 . With the Z300-VC10EV3/VC15EV3, at an average number of measurements of 512.
Model Z300-S2T Z300-S5T Z300-S10 Z300-S60
Measurement mode
Diffuse reflection Mirror reflection Diffuse reflection Mirror reflection Diffuse reflection Mirror reflection Diffuse reflection only
Distance to measurement center
±5.2 mm20 mm(with beam cover attached: 16 mm)
±50 mm ±44 mm ±100 mm ±94 mm ±600 mm
Measurement range ±1 mm ±5 mm ±4 mm ±20 mm ±16 mm±350 mm (F.S.700 mm)
Resolution0.4 µm(See notes 5 and 6.)
0.4 µm(See notes 7 and 9.)
1 µm(See notes 7 and 8.)
8 µm (at 350 mm)40 µm (at 600 mm)(See notes 7 and 8.)
Monitor
Sensor Extension CableZ309-SC1R (cable length: 1.5 m, 3 m, 6 m, 8 m, 13 m or 18 m)
Monitor CableF150-VM (cable length: 2 m)
Liquid Crystal MonitorF150-M05L (pin input)
BNC Jack(Provided with F150-VM)
Synchronization Sensor
Linear Sensor ControllerK3AS
ControllerZ300-VC10EV3Z300-VC15EV3
SensorZ300-S2TZ300-S5TZ300-S10Z300-S60(Up to 2 Sensors can be connected.)
ConsoleZ300-KP (cable length: 2 m)
Programmable Controller
Recommended Power Supply: OMRON S8VSSee page H-2 for more information.
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Selection GuideZ500 CCD profile sensor
Note: 1 .Displacement conversion value for peak-to-peak of displacement output. These figures are for measurement of OMRON standard quartz glass (mirror reflec-tion mode) or OMRON standard SUS blocks (diffuse reflection mode) at the measurement center. In strong magnetic fields, it may not be possible to maintainresolution performance characteristics.
2 .These figures are for when the Sensor is connected to the Z500-MC10E/MC15E, the average number of measurements is 16. Measurement data are sentto PC via RS-232C cable for calculation of their average values.
3 .Displacement conversion value for peak-to-peak of displacement output (for measurement of OMRON standard white alumina ceramic at the measurementcenter). In strong magnetic fields, it may not be possible to maintain resolution performance characteristics.
4 .With the Z500-MC10E/MC15E, at an average number of measurements of 64. Measurement data are sent to PC via RS-232C cable for calculation of theiraverage values.
Model Z500-SW2T Z500-SW6 Z500-SW17
Diffuse reflection Mirror reflection Diffuse reflection Mirror reflection Diffuse reflection Mirror reflection
Item
Measurement mode
Distance to measurement center
5.2 mm20 mm(with beam cover attached: 16 mm)
50 mm 44 mm 100 mm 94 mm
Measurement range ±0.8 mm ±5 mm ±4 mm ±20 mm ±16 mm
Resolution 0.25 µm (See notes 1 and 2) 0.3 µm (See notes 3 and 4) 1 µm (See notes 3 and 4)
Recommended Power Supply:OMRON S8VS
Synchronization Sensor
Linear Sensor ControllerK3AS
ControllerZ500-MC10EZ500-MC15E
Monitor CableF150-VM (cable length: 2 m)
Liquid Crystal MonitorF150-M05L (pin input)
BNC Jack(Provided with F150-VM)
ConsoleZ300-KP (cable length: 2 m)
Monitor
Programmable Controller
SensorZ500-SW2T (cable length: 2 m)Z500-SW6 (cable length: 0.5 m)Z500-SW17(cable length: 2 m)(Up to 2 Sensors can be connected.)
Sensor Extension CableZ309-SC1R (cable length: 1.5 m, 3 m, 6 m, 8 m or 13 m)
See page H-2 for more information.
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Selection GuideZ510 CCD profile sensor for welding bead inspection
Note: 1 .This is the displacement output’s peak-to-peak displacement conversion value. These figures are for measurement of the standard OMRON quartz glass (mir-ror reflection) or standard OMRON stainless-steel block (diffuse reflection) at the center of the measurement region. The resolution performance characteris-tics may not be met when operating in a magnetic field.
2 .These figures are for Sensors connected to a Z510-WC10E or Z510-WC15E and averaged over 16 measurements. The averaged data was transmitted to aPC through an RS-232C connection for storage and processing.
3 .This is the displacement output’s peak-to-peak displacement conversion value. (These figures are for measurement of the standard OMRON white aluminaceramic at the center of the measurement region.)The resolution performance characteristics may not be met when operating in a strong magnetic field.
4 .These figures are for Sensors connected to a Z510-WC10E or Z510-WC15E and averaged over 64 measurements. The averaged data was transmitted to aPC through an RS-232C connection for storage and calculations.
Sensor model Z510-SW2T Z510-SW6 Z510-SW17Measurement mode Mirror reflection Diffuse reflec-
tionDiffuse reflec-tion
Mirror reflection Diffuse reflec-tion
Mirror reflection
Measurement distance at center 20 mm (16 mm with beam cover mounted)
5.2 mm 50 mm 44 mm 100 mm 94 mm
Measurement range ±0.8 mm ±5 mm ±4 mm ±20 mm ±16 mm
Resolution 0.25 µm (See notes 1 and 2.) 0.3 µm (See notes 3 and 4.) 1 µm (See notes 3 and 4.)
Power supply
Recommended model: OMRON S8VS
Z510-SW2T (0.5-m cable)Z510-SW6 (0.5-m cable)Z510-SW17 (0.5-m cable)
Sensor Extension CablesZ519-SCIR (1.5 m, 3 m, 6 m, 8 m, 13 m, or 18 m)Specify the required cable length when ordering.
Z510-WC10EZ510-WC15E
Z300-KP(2-m cable)
F150-VM Monitor Cable (2 m)
BNC Jack (Included with the F150-VM)
POWER
SYNC
ESC TRIG
SHIFT
ENT
CONSOLE
Monitors
Up to 2 Sensors can be connected.
Controllers
Sensors
Console
Use the Monitor to check the image and display menus when making
F150-M05LColor Liquid Crystal Monitor
(pin input)
See page H-2 for more information.
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VariationsVision Sensors and Visual Inspection Systems Ideal for Inspection Automationand High-precision Positioning■ Vision Sensors
Pattern Matching Sensor
High-speed Presence and Offset Inspections for Images or Patterns
Integrated Control Software for F150-3
Create Image Processing Sequences Using Drag-and-Drop on a Computer for a Wider Range of Inspections
Vision Sensor
Equipped with Interactive Menus That AllowAnybody to Perform Image Processing
Color Vision Sensor
Detect Color Differences Finer Than Ever Before Using Colorgray Filtering
Shapematching
Shaperecognition
Characteridentification
Shapeverification
Characterverification
1 to 3measurement
regions
1 to 8banks
1head
F10
WindowsGUI
* When a Two-Camera Unit is used.
Area PositionAngle ofrotationPitch
Length, width,diameter
Shaperecognition
Characteridentification
Shapeverification
Characterverification
Defects Binary Density
16scenes
1 (2*)camera
VISION COMPOSER
Area PositionAngle ofrotationPitch
Length, width,diameter
Shaperecognition
Characteridentification
Shapeverification
Characterverification
Defects Binary Density
16measurement
regions16
scenes1 (2*)
camera* When a Two-Camera Unit is used.
F 150-3
Colordiscrimination
ColorgrayFiltering
Area PositionAngle ofrotationPitch
Length, width,diameter
Shaperecognition
Characteridentification
Shapeverification
Characterverification
Defects Binary Density
16measurement
regions16
scenes1
camera
F400
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Vision Sensor
Fastest and Most Powerful Sensor in Its ClassSuitable for Ultra-high Speed Processing Lines
Vision Sensor
Ultra-high Speed and Ultra-flexibility with the Latest Algorithms
Vision Sensor
Ultra-high Speed and Ultra-flexibility with the Latest Algorithms
Application:
Measurement
Application:
Inspection
Specifications:
Software
Specifications:
Hardware
Area PositionAngle ofrotationPitch
Length, width,diameter
Shaperecognition
Characteridentification
Shapeverification
Characterverification/recognition
ClassificationDefects Binary
Density32
measurementregions
32scenes
2cameras
F160
Area PositionAngle ofrotation
Classification
Density EC
Binary
PitchLength, width,
diameterShape
recognition
Characteridentification
Shapeverification
Specialsoftware
Macroprogramming
option
32scenes
4cameras
DefectsCharacter
verification/recognition
F250
Area PositionAngle ofrotation
Classification
Density EC
Binary
PitchLength, width,
diameterShape
recognition
Characteridentification
Shapeverification
Specialsoftware
DefectsCharacter
verification/recognition
Macroprogramming
option
32measurement
regions32
scenes
2cameras
F210
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Fixed Station 2D Code Reader
2-D Code Reader for materials handling andparts tracking
Fixed Station 2D Code Reader
Reliable reading of direct marked 2Dcodes in parts tracking applications
Application:
Measurement
Application:
Inspection
Specifications:
Software
Specifications:
Hardware
Data Matrix/QR code
11 teachablePattern
10scenes
1 or 2cameras
V530-R150
Data Matrix/QR code
11 teachablePattern
10scenes
2cameras
V530-R160
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System OverviewSee an overview of the system configuration below. Refer to System Config-uration for details.
Power Supply* Synchronous Sensor
Pattern Matching Sensor
F10Heads
Monitors
F10-C#
F10-S15R
F10-S50R
F10-S05R
F10-S30R
Amplifier
Synchronous SensorPower Supply*
Vision Sensor
F150-3
CableConsoleController Lens, Lighting
Monitors
F150-M09F150-M05L
F150-KPF150-C10E3
CamerasF150-A20F150-SL20A, SL50A, S1A
F150-SLC20, SL50A
Two-camera Unit
*Power Supply. OMRON recommended model: eg. S8VS. See page H-2 for moreinformation.
*Power Supply. OMRON recommended model: eg. S8VS. See page H-2 for moreinformation.
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System OverviewSee an overview of the system configuration below. Refer to System Config-uration for details.
F180
Power Supply* Synchronous Sensor
All Rights Reserved.Made in Japan
All Rights Reserved.Made in Japan
Integrated Control Software for F150-3
VISION COMPOSERController
Cameras
Cable
Console Lens, LightingF150-KP
MonitorsF150-M09F150-M05L
Control Software
Vision ComposerF150-CD10E-2
F150-SL20A, SL50A, S1AF150-SLC20, SL50A
F150-3
Two-camera UnitF150-A20
Synchronous SensorPower Supply*
Color Vision Sensor
F400
Cable
Console
Controller Lens, Lighting
MonitorF150-M05L
F150-KP
F400-C15E
CameraF400-S1
*Power Supply. OMRON recommended model: eg. S8VS. See page H-2 for moreinformation.
*Power Supply. OMRON recommended model: eg. S8VS. See page H-2 for moreinformation.
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System Overview
Synchronous Sensor
Power Supply*
Vision Sensor
F160
Cable
Consoles
F160-KP, 150-KP
Controller
F160-N64S(S)
Monitors
F150-M09
Lens, Lighting
F150-M05L
CamerasF160-SLC20, SLC50, S1/S2F150-SLC20, SLC50, SL20A, SL50A, S1A
Memory Cards
F160
*Power Supply. OMRON recommended model: eg. S8VS. See page H-2 for moreinformation.
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System OverviewSee an overview of the system configuration below. Refer to System Config-uration for details.
F160-N64S (S) (64 MB)
Console
Memory Card
F150-KPF160-KP
Console Adapter (See note 4.)
F381-DU
Monitor
Color LCD MonitorF150-M05L
Monochrome CRT Video MonitorF150-M09
RS-232C/422 (Common use)Ethernet (F250)
Note 1: Separate robot cable specifications (F150-VSB) are available.Note 2: F200 and F300 Cameras can also be used. In that case, use the F160-VSR3 Camera Cable. If using the F300-S Camera, then use the F160-VSR4 Camera Cable.Note 3: In addition, lenses and lighting are available.Note 4: This is a special optional device that allows multiple Controllers to be operated with a single Monitor and Console. Please inquire for details.
Cameras with Light Source F150-SL20AF150-SL50A
Cameras with Intelligent Lighting
F150-SLC20F150-SLC50
Cameras with Intelligent Lighting
F160-SLC20F160-SLC50
Camera with Lighting
F250-C50/C55
Lense (See note 3.)
3Z4S-LE C1614A
3Z4S-LE B2514D
3Z4S-LE B5014A
Camera (See note 2.)
F150-S1A
F160-S1/S2 (Double-speed Camera)
Camera Cable (See note 1.)
F150-VS
Camera Cable (See note 1.)F150-VS
F250-UM3FE (Flow Menu Format)F250-UM3ME (Flow Menu and Macro Format)
Software Package
Personal computer
F160-N64S
F210-C10/C15
Lighting (See note 3.)
F150-LT20AF150-LT50A
Parallel Cable
Synchronous Sensor
Programmable Controller
Vision Sensor
F210
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System Overview
Power Supply* Synchronous Sensor
High-performance Vision Sensor
F250Cable
Consoles
F160-KP, 150-KP
Controller
F250-C10
F160-N64S(S)Application SoftwareF250-UM3 MEF250-UM3 FE
Cameras MonitorsDouble-speed CamerasCameras with Intelligent LightingF160-SLC20, F160-SLC50CameraF160-S1/S2
Compatible F150 CamerasCameras with Intelligent LightingF150-SLC20, F150-SLC50Cameras with Light SourceF150-SL20A, F150-SL50A
CameraF150-S1A
Monitor with S-VIDEO Inputs F150-M05L
F150-M09
Memory Cards
*Power Supply. OMRON recommended model: eg. S8VS. See page H-2 for more information.
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System OverviewSee an overview of the system configuration below. Refer to System Config-uration for details.
F150-VS Camera Cable (3 m)
Camera F150-S1A
Power Supply
RS-232C
Recommended Power Supply: OMRON S8VS
F150-VM Monitor Cable (2 m)
BNC Jack(provided with the F150-VM)
Programmable Controller
Synchronous sensor
F150-KP Console
(2 m)
Personal Computer
Monitors
Note: Use specified voltage.
Controller
F150-M05L Liquid Crystal Monitor
V530-R150E-2, V530-R150EP-2
F300-M09Video Monitor
Note: The F150-M05L and F300-M09 do not confirm to the EMC Directive and Low-Voltage Directive.
2-Dimensional Code Reader (Fixed Type)
V530-R150
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System Overview
F150-KPConsole
F160-VP Parallel Cable
RS-232C Cable for DOS Computer: XW2Z-200S-V
RS-232C Cable for SYSMAC PLC: XW2Z-200T
F150-VMMonitor Cable
Memory Cards64 MB: F160-N64S(S)
Recommended Power Supply:OMRON S8VS
Synchronous Sensor
Programmable Controller
F150-M09Video Monitor (Monochrome CRT)
F150-M05LLiquid Crystal Monitor (Color)
Monitors
F150-S1A Camera
Personal Computer
V530-R160EV530-R160EP Controller
Cameras
F16
0-N
64SF150-VS-2D
Camera Cable
2-Dimensional Code Reader (Fixed Type)
V530-R160
See page H-2 for more information.
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Cameras, Lenses, and Lighting
Selecting Cameras, Lenses, and Lighting
Select the Camera, Lens, and Lighting according to the position and movement of the workpiece.
Cameras
Cameras for F150, F160, F210, and F250 Series• Cameras with Built-in Lighting • Camera Only
Workpiece movement
Tact feeding,low-speed movement
Standard camera
Shutter camera(If high precision is required:
frame-shutter camera.)
Random shutter(Controller function)
LED lighting to cut costs.Adjusted with aperture.
Camera Lighting
Halogen or high-intensity lighting.
Strobe lighting with a random trigger.
High-speed movement
Ultrahigh-speed movement,irregular movement
Field of view
Camera
Extension Tube
Lens
Cameradistance
Lenses
Camera DistanceDetermine the distance be-tween the Camera and the workpiece in the installation.
Field of viewDetermine the required field of view according to the size of the workpiece and the op-erating speed.
F150-SLC20Camera with Intelligent Lighting
F150-SL20A
Camera with Light Source
F150-SLC50Camera with Intelligent Lighting
F150-SL50A
Camera with Light Source
F150-S1ACamera (Shuttered)
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Cameras
Cameras for F160, F210, and F250 Series Camera for F400 Series
Lens
F160-S1/S2Double-speed Camera / partial scan
F160-SLC20Camera with Intelligent Lighting
F160-SLC50Camera with Intelligent Lighting
F400-S1Shutter Camera
3Z4S-LE C815B8.5 mm CCTV Lens
3Z4S-LE B1214D-212.5 mm CCTV Lens
3Z4S-LE B1614A16 mm CCTV Lens
3Z4S-LE B2514D25 mm CCTV Lens
3Z4S-LE B5014A50mm CCTV Lens
3Z4S-LE B7514C75mm CCTV Lens
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Application ExamplesWhether it’s measurement or inspection - rely on OMRON.
Original image
Color pickup image
Measurement
Area
Pitch
Length, width, diameter
Position
Angle of rotation
Position InspectionA recognition check can be performed for switches and buttonson products prior to delivery and thesetting positions can be inspected.
F150-3
Shape recognition
Character recognition
Shape verification
Character verification
Defects
Inspection
Color discrimination/confirmation
Colorgray
Color Discrimination
F400
Check of Wire Harnesses
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Original image
Image after filtering
The edge position of a PCB canbe measured with a high degreeof precision.
F150-3
Positioning
F400
Shape Inspection Color DiscriminationInspections that disregard the position can be performed on bagsfor food products.
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Selection Guide■ Safety Sensors
Classified According to Application
Sensing distance:10 m max.
Sensing distance:7 m max.
Detecting the presence of human bodies
(horizontal installation)
Finger detection
Safetyapplications:Human bodydetection
Hand/Limb detection
Human body detection
Up to safety category2 required (5m)
Detecting the ingress of human bodies
(vertical installation)
Safety category4 required
Category 4
Category 2
Area Presence detection
Safety Laser ScannerCategory 3
F3G-C1-R70
Small size17,5 mm, 22,5 mm
Expandablemore contacts
Plugablesolution
Mutingcontroller
Testing for single beam,including Muting
Controller for automaticreinitiation (PSDI)
Dedicatedcontroller for
safety sensors
6 m protective field7,5 m warning field
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F3SN-A####P14
F3S-B####5F3S-B####7
F3S-B####2
10 m rangeSlim size
Multi beamsensor 10 m
F3SN-A####P25
F3SH
Single beamsensor 10 m E3FS
20 m Long range F3SL-A#####P30
Perimeterguard 50 m F3S-TGR-SB4
Perimeterguard 50 m F3S-TGR-SB2
F3SP-U1P-TGRF3SP-U3P-TGRF3SP-U5P-TGR
F3SP-U2P-TGRF3SP-U4P-TGR
G9SA300SC
F3SP-B1P
G9SA
G9SB-###-B/-D
F3SP-P1P-TGR
24V DC load
240V AC load
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Selection GuideSafety components
Emergency stopup to cat.4
Small size17,5 mm, 22,5 mm
Expandable more contacts / Time delay
Small size17,5 mm, 22,5 mm
Expandable more contacts / Time delay
Expansion unit
Safety relays
Safe
ty re
lay
units
, saf
ety
rela
is
Door monitoringup to cat.4
Two-Hand controll unitType IIIC
Internal unit of PLC,CQM, CS1W up to cat.4
Expansion of contacts
SLC monitoring see page 70
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G9SB
G9SA
G9SB
G9SA
G9SA-TH301
CQM1-SF200CS1W-SF200
G9SA
G7SAG7S
24V DC 24V AC 100-240V AC
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Selection GuideSafety switches
Manual reset D4D-R
Plastic housingEN50047
General purposelimit switch
D4D-#N
Metal housingsmall size D4F
Metal housingheavy duty EN50041 D4B-#N
Plastic housingSafety switch with operational key D4NS
D4GS-N
Metal housingheavy duty D4BS
Plastic housingSmall machines
Safety guardlock switch D4GL
Heavy duty metal housingwith high locking force D4BL
Rotary actuationhinge switch D4DH
22 mm diameterPush buttons forEmergency stop A22E
16 mm diameter A165E
Enabling switch A4E
Safe
ty a
pplic
atio
n fo
r swi
tche
s
D4NL
slim size1.000 N
square size1.300 N
small size
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Selection Guide■ Non-safety AREA and PICKING SENSORS
Classified According to Application
F3-ZNDetection of general workpieces,area detection
Picking F3W-D
Non-safetyapplications:Workpiecedetection
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Selection Guide■ Proximity Sensors
Classified According to Application
Cylindrical
Detecting thepresence of
magnetic metalsunder
normal conditions
E2SLow cost, sensing surface: 5.5 x 5.5, 8 x 8
TL-WThickness: 5.5, 6, 10, 10, 23
TL-NSensing surface:25 x 25, 30 x 30, 40 x 40
Rectangular
E2A/E2EStandard size4 dia. to M30
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Nonmetal detection
PET bottles,plastic, liquids, powders, etc.
E2KQ-X
E2K-C
E2K-F
E2K-L
Slim
Bypass-pipe mounting
Cylindrical, long distance
Adjustable sensitivity
Adjustable sensitivity
Chemical resistance
Detecting thepresence ofnonmagnetic
objects
Detecting thepresence of
magnetic metalsunder
special conditions
Teflon coatingAntispatter
E2FQTeflon caseChemical resistance
E2EQ
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Selection Guide■ Proximity Sensors
Classified According to Specifications
Sensingdistance *(Units: mm)
E2E
E2E
E2E
E2A/
E2E
E2A/
E2E
E2EQ
E2FQ
E2A/
E2E
E2EQ
E2FQ
E2KQ
-X
E2F2
TL
Gene
ral pu
rpose
(fixe
d dist
ance
)
Gene
ral pu
rpose
(vari
able
distan
ce)
All
met
al
Alu
min
um
Non
met
al
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
(Max
imum
opera
ting d
istan
ce)
Ideal
Suitable
Suitable dependingon conditions
Cylin
drica
l
Cylin
drica
l
Cylin
drica
l
Cylin
drica
l
Cylin
drica
l
Antis
patte
r
Chem
ical r
esist
ant
Cylin
drica
l
Antis
patte
r
Chem
ical r
esist
ant
Capa
citive
(Tef
lon)
DC 2-wire
DC 3-wire
AC
AC or DC
Passage detection
Transparent-object detection
Liquid-surface detection
Nonmagnetic-body (only) detection
Wiring-reduction connector
Proximity mounting
Moving-part mounting
Chemical resistant
Oil resistant
Water resistant (IP67 or higher)
Antispatter
Aluminum-dust resistant
CE marking/EN standards
Powe
r sup
ply,
out
put
Pres
ence
det
ectio
nM
ount
ing/
mai
nten
ance
Spe
cial
env
ironm
ents
Remarks
4 dia. M12 M18
Cylindrical
M8 5.4dia.M5
4
4
1
,5
1
,5
16
8
88
5
(IP66g or higher)Note: Except the connector.
Shielded
Unshielded
Model
Name
Appearance
0.8 1 1
2 4
2
2 2
6 to
10
(n
on
me
tal)
Only sections using a robot cord
6.5dia.
8dia.
* Where there is more than one model, the figures for sensing distance indicate the maximum values. * Teflon is a registered trademark of the DuPont Company and the Mitsui DuPont Chemical Company for their fluoride resin.
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■ Proximity Sensors
Classified According to Specifications
Shielded
Unshielded
Appearance
Cylindrical
30
M30 34 dia.
Sensingdistance*(Units: mm)
Gene
ral pu
rpose
(fixe
d dist
ance
)
Gene
ral pu
rpose
(vari
able
distan
ce)
All
met
al
Alu
min
um
Non
met
al
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
(Max
imum
opera
ting d
istan
ce)
Ideal
Suitable
Suitable dependingon conditions
DC 2-wire
DC 3-wire
AC
AC or DC
Passage detection
Transparent-object detection
Long-distance detection
Liquid-surface detection
Nonmagnetic-body (only) detection
Wiring-reduction connector
Fault diagnosis
Proximity mounting
Moving-part mounting
Heat resistant
Chemical resistant
Oil resistant
Water resistant (IP67 or higher)
Antispatter
Aluminum-dust resistant
CE marking/EN standards
Powe
r sup
ply, o
utpu
tP
rese
nce
dete
ctio
nM
ount
ing/m
ainte
nanc
eS
peci
al e
nviro
nmen
ts
Remarks
Model
Name
(IP66g or higher)Note: Except the connector.
E2A
/E
E2E
Q
E2F
Q
E2K
-C
Cylin
drica
l
Antis
patte
r
Chem
ical r
esist
ant
Capa
citive
1515
10
Only sections using a robot cord
3 to
25
(Non
met
al)
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Classified According to Specifications
Shielded
Unshielded
DC 2-wire
DC 3-wire
AC
Passage detection
Transparent-object detection
Long-distance detection
Liquid-surface detection
Wiring-reduction connector
Space-saving
Proximity mounting
Moving-part mounting
Oil resistant
Water resistant (IP67 or higher)
CE marking/EN standards
W ¥
L ¥
D
Powe
r sup
ply, o
utpu
tP
rese
nce
dete
ctio
nM
ount
ing/
mai
nten
ance
Spec
ialen
viron
men
ts
Remarks
Rectangular/groove-type/bypass-pipe mounting
Gen
eral
pur
pose
(fixe
d di
stan
ce)
Alu
min
um
Non
met
al
Appearance(Units: mm)
Sensingdistance*(Units: mm)
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
Rated
sens
ing di
stanc
e
E2S
TL
-W
E2S
TL
-W
TL
-W
E2K
-F
TL
-N
TL
-N
TL
-W
TL
-W
TL
-N
E2K
-L
Rec
tang
ular
Fla
t
Rec
tang
ular
Fla
t
Fla
t
Cap
aciti
ve
Rec
tang
ular
Rec
tang
ular
Fla
t
Fla
t
Rec
tang
ular
Cap
aciti
veIdeal
Suitable
Suitable dependingon conditions
Model
Name
5.5
¥ 1
9 ¥
5.5
8 ¥
25
¥ 5
.5
8 ¥
7.4
¥ 2
0
8 ¥
8 ¥
23
10
¥ 2
7 ¥
6
18
¥ 3
0.5
¥ 1
0
20
¥ 5
0 ¥
10
25
¥ 2
5 ¥
35
30
¥ 3
0 ¥
54
25
¥ 5
0 ¥
10
40
¥ 5
3 ¥
23
40
¥ 4
0 ¥
53
33
¥ 2
4 ¥
20
24
¥ 3
3 ¥
20
1.6
20
1.5
3
5
7
12
2.5
10
(n
on
me
tal)
5
20
8 t
o 1
1 d
ia.
(liq
uid
)
12
to
26
dia
. (liq
uid
)
20
(N
on
me
tal)
20
(N
on
me
tal)
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■ Proximity SensorsClassified According to Product Model Cylindrical Models
Pre-wired models Connector models Junction connector models
* Standard models are not equipped with flexible cables. Flexible cable versions, however, of all standard models are available. Add "-R" to the end of any standardmodel number when ordering.
Ser
ies
Appearance Shielded/unshielded Size Sensing distance
(Units: mm) Features
Specifications
ModelPower supply
Output configura-tion Con-
nector
Different frequen-
cies
Flexi-ble ca-
bleNPN PNP
E2A
/E2E
M 8
• Resis-tant to oil
• Equipped with ca-ble pro-tector as standard
• Higher tensile strength
(3-wire)
DC mod-els:
NPN, PNP
NO/NC
���
OFor
some models
���
O*For
some models
E2A-#08#S#
M12 OFor
some models
E2A-M12#S#
M18 E2A-M18#S#
M30 E2A-M30#S#
M 8 ��� E2A-M08#N#
M12 OFor
some models
E2A-M12#N#
M18 E2A-M18#N#
M30 E2A-M30#N#
4 dia.
• Small di-ameter (3-wire)
NPN, NO/NC
PNP, NO
��� ���
O*For
some models
E2E-CR8##
M 5 E2E-X1##
5.4 dia. E2E-C1##
6.5 dia.
PNP,NO/NC
E2EL
8 dia. TL-C1R#
6.5 dia. E2EL
8 dia. TL-2M#
M 8 • Short size
• Resis-tant to oil
• Higher tensile strength
• Equipped with ca-ble pro-tector as standard
(2-wire)
NO/NCor
NO���
OFor
some models
���
O*For
some models
E2E-X2D##-#
M12 OFor
some models
E2E-X3D#-#
M18 E2E-X7D#-#
M30 E2E-X10D#-#
M 8 ��� E2E-X4MD#-#
M12 OFor
some models
E2E-X8MD#-#
M18 E2E-X14MD#-#
M30 E2E-X20MD#-#
M12• Ideal for
mainte-nance
or
(2-wire)
NO ��� ��� ��� ���
E2E-X3T1
M18 E2E-X7T1
M30 E2E-X10T1
M 8
• Resis-tant to oil
• Equipped with ca-ble pro-tector as standard
• Higher tensile strength
NO/NC ���
OFor
some models
���
O*For
some models
E2E-X1R5#-#
M12 OFor
some models
E2E-X2#-#
M18 E2E-X5#-#
M30 E2E-X10#-#
M 8 ��� E2E-X2M#-#
M12 OFor
some models
E2E-X5M#-#
M18 E2E-X10M#-#
M30 E2E-X18M#-#
DC 3-wire models Shielded
2
DC
4
8
15
Unshielded
4
8
16
30
DC 3-wire models
Shielded
0.8
DC
1
1
1.5
1.5
Unshielded 2
2
DC 2-wire models Shielded
2
DC
3
7
10
Unshielded
4
8
14
20
AC/DC 2-wire models Shielded
3 DC
AC7
10
AC 2-wire models Shielded
1.5
AC
2
5
10
Unshielded
2
5
10
18
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Selection Guide■ Proximity SensorsClassified According to Product Model Cylindrical Models
Pre-wired models Connector models Junction connector models
Ser
ies
Appearance Shielded/unshielded Size Sensing distance
(Units: mm) FeaturesSpecifications
ModelPower supply Output configu-
ration
E2E
Q
M12 • Long distance• Junction connector
models available• Metal case with Teflon
coating
(2-wire)NPN, NO
E2EQ-X4X1-#
M18 E2EQ-X8X1-#
M30 E2EQ-X15X1-#
M12 • Standard model• Junction connector
models available• Metal case with Teflon
coatingHigher tightening strength
(2-wire)NPN, NO
E2EQ-X3D1-#
M18 E2EQ-X7D1-#
M30 E2EQ-X10D1-#
E2F
Q
M12
• Teflon case(2-wire
or3-wire)
DC 3-wire models:
NPN, NO
DC 2-wire and AC models:
NO
E2FQ-X2#
M18 E2FQ-X5#
M30 E2FQ-X10#
Long-dis-tance, antis-patter models
Shielded4
DC8
15
Antispatter models
Shielded
3
DC7
10
Chemical-resistant models Shielded
2 DC
AC
5
10
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■ Proximity SensorsClassified According to Product ModelRectangular Models
* Standard models are not equipped with flexible cables. Flexible cable versions, however, of all standard models are available. Add "-R" to the end of any standardmodel number when ordering.
Ser
ies
Appearance Shielded/unshielded Size Sensing distance
(Units: mm) Features
Specifications
ModelPower supply
Output configura-tion Con-
nector
Different frequen-
cies
Flexi-ble ca-
bleNPN PNP
E2S
5.5 x 19 x 5.5 • Miniature
• Long dis-tance
• Top sur-face and front sur-face de-tection
• Low cur-rent con-sumption
(2-wire)
NO/NC
���
���
���
���
E2S-W1#
E2S-Q1#
8 x 20 x 5.3
E2S-W2#
E2S-Q2#
5.5 x 19 x 5.5
(3-wire)NO/NC O
E2S-W##
8 x 20 x 5.3 E2S-Q##
TL
-W
24.9 x 50 x 10
• Top sur-face de-tection
• 5-mm (un-shielded) DC 2-wire models available
(3-wire; 2-wire
for some
models)
NO/NC NO/NC
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8 x 25 x 5.5 3-wire
models:NPN, NO
2-wire models:
NPN, NO/NC
3-wire models:
PNPO
O*For
some models
TL-W1R5MC#1
10 x 27 x 6 TL-W3MC#
18 x 30.5 x 10
TL-W5M#
40 x 53 x 23 ��� TL-W20ME#
TL
-N
#25 x 38.5 • Long dis-
tance• DC 2-
wire(2-wire)
NO/NC
���
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TL-N7MD#
#30 x 52.5 TL-N12MD#
#40 x 53 TL-N20MD#
#25 x 38.5
• DC 3-wire
• AC 2-wire
(3-wire)
DC models:
NPN, NO/NC
AC models: NO/NC
���
O TL-N5ME#
#25 x 50 ��� TL-N5MY#
#30 x 52.5
(3-wire)OFor
some models
TL-N10ME#
TL-N10MY#
#40 x 53
(3-wire)O
Fmor some
models
TL-N20ME#
TL-N20MY#
WL
D
Miniature, rectangular, DC 2-wire models
W x L x D
Unshielded
1.6
DC
2.5
WL
D
DC 3-wire models
W x L x D
1.6DC
2.5
W L
D
W x L x D
Flat models Shielded5
DC
Unshielded
1.5
3
5
20
W L
W x L
Unshielded
7DC
12
20
5
DC
AC
10
DC
AC
20
DC
AC
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Selection Guide■ Proximity SensorsClassified According to Product Model Capacitive Models
Pre-wired models
* Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont Company and Mitsui DuPont Chemical Company for their fluoride resin.
Classified According to Product Model Capacitive ModelsBypass-pipe Mounting Models
Ser
ies
Appearance Shielded/unshielded Size Sensing distance
(Units: mm) Features
Specifications
ModelPower supply
Output configura-tion Con-
nector
Differ-ent fre-quenci
es
Flexi-ble ca-
bleNPN PNP
E2K
-C
34 dia.• Adjust-
able sen-sitivity
(3-wire)or
DC models:NPN,
NO/NC
AC models:NO/NC
��� ��� ��� ��� E2K-C25M#
E2K
-F 50 x 20 x 10.1
• Thick-ness: 10 mm (3-wire)
NPN, NO/NC-
setta-ble
��� ��� ��� ��� E2K-F10MC1
E2K
Q-X
M18
• Teflon* case
• Adjust-able sen-sitivity
(3-wire)NPN, NO
��� ��� ��� ��� E2KQ-F10ME1
Ser
ies Appear-
anceApplicable pipe
diameterFeatures
Specifications
ModelPower supply Output configura-
tion
E2K
-L
8 to 11 dia. • Can be used for a wide range of pipe diameters
• Built-in amplifier, space-saving (3-wire)NPN, NO
E2K-L13MC1
12 to 26 dia. E2K-L26MC1
Long-dis-tance mod-els Unshielded
3 to 25
DC
AC
W DL
W x L x D
Flat modelsUnshielded
10DC
Chemical-resistant models
Unshielded6 to 10
DC
DC
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Selection Guide■ Rotary EncodersClassified According to Product Model
Classification Incremental Encoders
Item Model E6A2-C E6B2-C E6C2-C / E6C3-C E6F-C E6H-C
Appearance
Features
• 25 dia., miniature, low- cost
• Low and medium reso-lution
• 40 dia., general pur-pose
• Low and medium reso-lution
• Line driver output
• Degree of protection: IP65f (drip-proof, oil-re-sistant)
• Output types: NPN, PNP, line driver
• Shaft withstands heavy loads
• Solid model with strong shaft
• Hollow shaft eliminates the need for coupling
• Slim: 26 mm thick• Line driver output
Resolution (pulses/revolution) 10 to 500
10 to 2,000PNP open collector out-put: 100 to 2,000
Standard models:10 to 2,000
Solid models:100 to 3,600
100 to 1,000 300 to 3,600
Output phases A; A and B; or A, B, and Z
A, B, and Z orA, A, B, B, Z, and Z A, B, and Z
A, B, and Z orA, A, B, B, Z, and Z
Phase difference on output ��� 90��45� 90��45� 90��45�
Maximum response frequency 30 kHz 50 kHz, 100 kHz
Standard models:50 kHz, 100 kHz
Solid models:125 kHz
83 kHz 100 kHz
Maximum admissible rotation 5,000 r/min 6,000 r/min
Standard models:6,000 r/min
Solid models:5,000 r/min
5,000 r/min 10,000 r/min
Supply voltage 5 to 12 VDC, 12 to 24 VDC
5 VDC, 5 to 12 VDC, 5 to 24 VDC, 12 to 24 VDC
Standard models:5 to 24 VDC, 12 to 24 VDC, 5 to 12 VDC, 5 VDC
Solid models:12 to 24 VDC, 5 to 12 VDC
12 to 24 VDC 5 to 12 VDC, 5 to 24 VDC
Current consumption 20 to 50 mA max. 70 to 130 mA max. 100 mA max. 80 to 100 mA max.
Output capacity
20 mA(voltage output)
30 mA(open collector output)
20 mA(voltage output)
35 mA(NPN/PNP open collector output and line driver out-
put)
Standard models:20 mA (voltage output)35 mA (NPN/PNP open col-lector output)Compliance with RS-422A (line driver out-put)
Solid models:30 mA (complimentary output)35 mA (voltage output)Compliance with RS-422A (line driver out-put)
30 mA(complimentary output)
30 mA(voltage output)
35 mA(open collector output)
Conformance to RS-422A(line driver output)
Shaft loading
Radial 10 N 30 N 50 N, 80N 120 N 30 N
Thrust 5 N 20 N 30 N, 50 N 50 N 5 N
Starting torque 1 mN·m max. 0.98 mN·m max. 10 mN·m max. 10 mN·m max. 1.5 mN·m max.
Degree of protection IEC IP50
Standard models:IEC IP64(JEM IP64t for drip and oil resistance)
Solid models:IEC IP65(JEM IP65f for drip and oil resistance)
IEC IP65(JEM IP65f for drip resis-tance and oil resistance)
IEC IP50
Ambient operating temperature
-10 to 55 °C(with no icing) -10 to 70 °C (with no icing)
Coupling E69-C04B provided E69-C06B provided Sold separately Sold separately ���
25 dia. x 29 mmShaft diameter: 4 dia.
40 dia. x 39 mmShaft diameter: 6 dia.
Standard models:50 dia. x 40 mmShaft diameter: 6 dia.
Solid models:50 dia. x 38 mmShaft diameter: 8 dia.
60 dia. x 60 mmShaft diameter: 10 dia.
40 dia. x 26 mmInside diameter: 8 dia.
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Classification Absolute EncodersItem Model E6C3-A E6F-A
Appearance
Features
• Degree of protection: IP64f (drip and oil resis-tance)
• Shaft twice as strong as con-ventional shafts
• Space-saving dimen-sions
• NPN/PNP output
• Solid model with strong shaft
Resolution (pulses/revolution)
6 to 1,024 256, 360, 720, 1024
Output code Gray code, BCD, binary Gray code, BCDAccuracy ��� ���
Maximum response frequency
20 kHz 10 kHz/20 kHz
Maximum admissi-ble rotation
5,000 rpm 5,000 rpm
Power supply voltage 12 to 24 VDC 5 to 12 VDC, 12 to 24 VDCCurrent consumption 70 mA max. 60 mA max.
Output capacitySinking current: 35 mA max.Applied voltage: 30 VDC max.(NPN open collector output)
35 mA(open collector output)
Shaft loading
Radial 80 N 120 NThrust 50 N 50 N
Starting torque 10 mN·m max. 9.8 mN·m max.
Degree of protectionIEC IP64
(JEM IP64f for drip and oil resistance)
IEC IP65(JEM IP65f for drip and oil
resistance)Ambient operating temperature
-10 to 70 °C(with no icing)
-10 to 70 °C(with no icing)
Coupling Sold separatelyProvided with pre-wired mod-els. Purchase separately for other models.
Classification Linear EncoderItem Model E6L
Appearance
Features
• Unique optical system design ensures resistance to scale rattling. (Detection is possible if the detection scale is within a range of 6 mm (±3 mm).
• Unique optical, circuit, and structural design ensures low costs.• Resolution of 1 mm is ideal for positioning in conveyor applications.
50 dia. x 38 mmShaft diameter: 8 dia.
60 dia. x 60 mmShaft diameter: 10 dia.
34.5 x 38 x 44.7 mm(H x W x D)
Linear Encoder
30 m x 0.3 mm x 280/475 mm(H x W x D)
Detection scale
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Selection Guide■ Pressure SensorsClassified According to Product Model
Model E8F2 E8MS E8M
Item
Appearance
Det
ecte
d p
ress
ure
ran
ge Differential
pressure
0 to 1 kPa ��� ��� O0 to 2 kPa ��� ��� ���
0 to 5 kPa ��� ��� ���
Positive pressure
0 to 98 kPa O (100 kPa) O (100 kPa) ���
0 to 490 kPa ��� ��� ���
0 to 980 kPa ��� ��� ���
0 to 1 MPa O O O
Negative pressure
0 to -98 kPa ��� ��� ���
0 to -101 kPa O O OApplicable fluid Non-corrosive gas and non-inflammable gasPressure joint R (PT) 1/8 or M5
Supply voltage 12 to 24 VDC±10%12 VDC±10% or 24 VDC±10% (when K3C is used)
12 to 24 VDC±10%
OutputLinear 1 to 5 VDC
ON/OFFNPN open collectorPNP open collector
NPN open collector (when K3C is used)
NPN open collector
Display methodLED
(digital and analog)LED
(when K3C is used)
Features
• Ultra-light, ultra-small• Displays both digital and an-
alog values• Independent outputs• Bears CE markings
• Ultra-light, ultra-small• Separate display panel• High-performance multi-
channel controller
• Separate display panel• Small, light sensor• High-performance multi-
channel controller
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Applications
Semiconductors andElectronic Components
92
Packing, Food Products,Chemicals, and Sanitation
101
Household Appliancesand Office Automation
109
Automobiles, MachineTools, and Robots
111
Automation andInspection Equipment
115
Rubber, MoldingMachines, and Molds
116
Conveyance andAutomatic Warehouses
118
Other Applications119
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Applications
Ap
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ns
Application Model Page1 Detecting Glass Substrates in Baking Ovens E32-T84S 922 Detecting Liquid Crystal Substrates in Ovens E32-T613 Detecting Glass Substrates in Vacuum Chambers E3Z-B4 Detecting the Edges of Liquid Crystal Glass
through a View PortF3C-AL
5 Detecting Wafers in a Vacuum Conveyance System E32-V6 Detecting Wafers under High Temperatures E32-T617 Mapping Wafers with a Through-beam Side-view Sensor E32-A03/A04 938 Mapping Wafers with a Through-beam Laser Sensor ZX-LT9 Positioning for Wafer Cutting Machines E6C2-C/
E6C3-C10 Detecting the Bottom Wafer E32-L24L11 Wafer Positioning and High-speed Detection E6L12 Wafer Cassette Mounting Confirmation E3T13 Detecting Wafer Cassette Racks E3T 9414 Positioning Wafer Notches E32-T16J15 Checking Orientation Flat Directions with a Fiber Unit E32-T22S16 Chemical Level Detection with Pipe Mounting E32-L25T17 Level Detection in Heated Chemicals E32-D82F18 Detecting Levels of Corrosive Liquids E2KQ-
X10ME119 Detection on Narrow Lines for Chemical Washing E32-T14F 9520 Controlling Exhaust Pressure for Individual Clean-
ing TanksE8M-A1/K3C-MP8-T1Z
21 Detecting Workpieces by Robot Hand E32-D11/D2122 Controlling Nitrogen Gas Pressure E8M-A123 Detecting Lead Frames in Tight Spaces E32-T14L/
E32-D2424 Detecting Chips on TAB Films E32-T16P25 Detecting Overlapped Lead Frames and Other Shiny Metals ZX Series 9626 Distinguishing the Length of IC Resin Tablets E32-T16W/
E3X-DA-21-N27 Determining Defective IC Chips by Identifying Bad Marks F150-328 Detecting the Passage of Chip Components E32-T16P/
E3X-DAD29 Detecting Chip Components E32-C42/
E39-F3A30 Detecting the Alignment of Chip Components Z4LB V231 Detecting Chip Components on the Tapes of Tap-
ing MachinesE3T 97
32 Detecting the Passage or Retention of Compo-nents by a Parts Feeder
E3T
33 Detecting Bent or Missing IC Pins E32-D3334 Verifying IC Models, Lot Numbers, and Printed
CharactersF250
35 Detecting Rises in Lead Frames E32-T2436 Detecting Full IC Sticks E3T37 Distinguishing Lead Wire Defects in Components E32-DC200E 9838 Detecting Connector Pins E32-L25L39 Inspecting Connector Leads F16040 Detecting Parts Inside Metal Cases E32-DC200F41 Classifying Capacitors Z4LB V242 Inspecting for Defects on Chip Capacitors F16043 Detecting Missing Chips on Embossed Tape E32-EC41/
E39-F3B 9944 Detecting ICs in a High-temperature Handler E32-T81R45 Terminal Picking F25046 Liquid Crystal Position Measurement F250 47 Detecting PCBs E3S-LS3N 48 Inspecting Board Mold Height ZX Series49 Detection of fine pins E3C-LDA
SeriesE3C-LD11
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Semiconductors and Electronic Components
Application Model Page50 Detecting Clear Film E3S-R 10151 Detecting Registration Marks E3X-
DAB11-N52 Detecting Out-of-place Candy Wrapper Tapes E3MC53 Detecting Shrink Tubes E3X-NL54 Detecting Coatings on Paper or Metal E3X-NL55 Detecting Looseness in Sheets ZX Series56 Detect Shades of Black on Sheets E3X-DAH11-N/
E32-T11L 10257 Detecting Labels E3X-DAB11-N/
E32-TC20058 Detecting Clear Labels on Support Paper E32-S15-1/
E3X-NL59 Detecting Pinholes in Sealed Containers ZX Series60 Detecting Dirt on Caps F25061 Detecting Incorrect Caps F40062 Detecting Lids on Milk Bottles ZX Series 10363 Detecting PET Bottles E3Z-B64 Position Detection of Glass Bottle Hollows ZX Series65 Detecting Cap Height ZX Series66 Determining the Number of Inner Linings in Bottle Caps ZX Series67 Detecting Candy and Cookies on Conveyor Belts E3S-CL68 Detecting Liquid in Paper Cartons E3Z 10469 Detecting Milk in Paper Cartons E2K-C70 Detecting the Contents of Opaque Packages E32-T17L71 Inspecting Food Packages E32-TC20072 Detecting Noodles in Trays E3S-CL73 Inspecting for Missing Characters in Dates F1074 Aligning Object Direction during Packing E3MC 10575 Verifying Expiration Dates F25076 Inspecting the Tightening Condition of Caps on
Bottled ChemicalsZ4LB V2
77 Inspecting for Bent Hypodermic Needles F150-378 Counting Glass Ampules E3X-NL79 Detecting the Powdered Chemicals Passing
through a Transparent TubeE32-D36P1
80 Detecting Adhesive Application on Bags of Chemicals ZX Series 10681 Checking Sealing Tape on Boxes of Pharmaceuticals E3X-NL82 Liquid Color Detection E3MC83 Detecting Wrapped Candies E3G-L1/L384 Counting Desiccant Packets E32-T22S85 Detecting the Front Edge Location of Candies E32-T16W86 Detecting Title Cards Inside CD Cases F3C-AL 10787 Display of Bread Baking Time E6C2-C/
E6C3-C/K3NR
88 Measuring the Rotational Ratio of a Roller E6C2-C/E6C3-C/K3NR
89 Jamming detection in packaging process ZX-E Series90 Monitoring the cutting process ZX-E Series91 Distance monitoring in vertical packaging ma-
chinesZX-E Series
92 Noodle protrusion in food industry E3C-LDA SeriesE3C-LD21
10893 Label detection E3C-LDA
SeriesE3C-LD21
94 Detection of product orientation E3C-LDA SeriesE3C-LD31
Packing, Food Products,Chemicals, and Sanitation
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Application Model Page95 Confirming the Insertion of Shadow Masks into CRTs ZX Series 10996 Counting Copy Machine Staples ZX Series97 Inspection of Tape Remaining in Tape Take-up Ap-
plicationsE32-T16P
98 Confirming the Application of Adhesive/Grease onto Components
E3X-NL
99 Confirming Suction of Chip Components E8MS100 Rotational Positioning of Batteries F10101 Inspecting the Position of Rotary Switches F150 3 110
Application Model Page102 Inspection of High-speed Table Movement E2S 111103 Confirming the Indication and Picking of Assembly
ComponentsF3W-D
104 Managing Liquid Level for Lubricating Oils E32-D82F105 Detecting Bent Drill Bits F3C-AL106 Detecting Frayed Edges on Safety Belts ZX Series107 Detecting Oil Drops E32-D12F108 Positioning the Welding Point on Ring Gears ZX Series 112109 Detecting Weld Locations on Metal Pipes E32-CC200110 Positioning at the Welding Site E2EQ111 Detection of People Entering the Work Area of
RobotsF3SN-A
112 Detecting Workpieces in the Automotive Coating Process
E32-T17L
113 Detecting the Position of Robot Arms E3Z-L114 Eccentricity control of shaft and bearings ZX-E Series 113115 Height and step measurement in rough metal pro-
cessZX-E Series
116 Thickness measurement of metal plates ZX-E Series117 Adhesive and seal inspection E3C-LDA
SeriesE3C-LD21
118 Repeatability of robot arm teaching E3C-LDA SeriesE3C-LD11
119 Detection of sealing rubber in the assembly pro-cess
E3C-LDA SeriesE3C-LD21
120 Warping control of metal plate ZX-E Series 114
Application Model Page121 Confirming the Application of Sealing Material E32-D32/
E39-F3A 115122 Detecting and Determining Proper Quantity of Ad-
hesive during Packing Box AssemblyZX Series
123 Detection of Screw Threads E32-D33 124 Safety Sensor to Protect People from Dangerous
MachineryF3SN-A
125 Measuring the Distance between Rollers ZX Series126 Inspecting Spraying Coverage by Detecting the
Spray AngleZ4LB V2
Household Appliances and Office Automation
Automobiles, MachineTools, and Robots
Automation and Inspection Equipment
Application Model Page127 Long-distance Detection of Black Tires E3S-CL 116128 Positioning Dies in Injection Molding Machines E6C2-C/
E6C3-C129 Detecting the Level of Heat-medium Oils E32-D82F130 Detecting Errors Due to Residual Materials in Press Dies F3C-AL131 Inspecting Component Shapes F250132 Inspecting for Chipping or Burrs in Components F160133 Gap control in mould press machines ZX-E Series 117
Application Model Page134 Detecting Cardboard Boxes E3Z/E39-L98 118135 Sorting Packed Fruit Boxes by Grade F160136 Inspecting the Height of Corrugations in Cardboard
BoxesZX Series
137 Warning Alarms for Cranes E3Z-G
Application Model Page138 Counting Cards ZX Series 119139 Counting Sheets of Paper ZX Series140 Detecting Gas Flowmeter Balls E32-T14L/
E3X-DAB11-N141 Inspecting the Gap between the Dial Plate and In-
dicator Needle in Pressure IndicatorsZX Series
142 Detection of Remaining Boards for Construction Use F3C-AL143 Distinguishing Ceramic Types ZX Series144 Inspecting the Length of Paper Tubes ZX Series 120145 Inspecting to Check for Missing Pages F10146 Sheet alignment for printing and packaging pro-
cessE3C-LDA SeriesE3C-LD21
Rubber, Molding Machines, and Molds
Conveyor and Automatic Warehouses
Other Applications
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2. Detecting Liquid Crystal Substrates in OvensRegular reflective light from the LCD substrates is receivedwith a fiber to detect the presence or absence of the sub-strates. The large spot ensures stable detection of sub-strates even if positioning is not completely consistent.
E32-T84S
Baking oven
30 mm
15 mm
E32-T61
60˚C
LCD substrate
Hotplate (200˚C)
E3Z-B
Quartz glass view port
LCD glass
E39-R1SReflector
Vacuum chamber,stainless steel
F3C-AL
1. Detecting Glass Substrates in Baking OvensAn L-shaped side-view sensor requiring little space and pro-viding 200°C heat resistance is used. The detection distanceof 1,300 mm (for E3X-DA-N Standard Mode) is more thansufficient to detect even large glass substrates.
E32-T84S (page A-267)Heat-resistant, Narrow-beam Fiber Unit
3. Detecting Glass Substrates in Vacuum ChambersThe E3Z-B is a retroreflective sensor that enables accuratedetection even of transparent glass.
E3Z-B (page A-2)Photoelectric Sensors for Detecting Transparent Objects
4. Detecting the Edges of Liquid Crystal Glass through a View PortThe edges of the liquid crystal glass substrates are detect-ed from outside of the view port.
F3C-AL (page A-402)Distance-controlled Laser Photoelectric Sensors
E32-T61 (page A-267)Heat-resistant Fiber Unit
WaferFiber Unit
4-channel flange
5. Detecting Wafers in a Vacuum Conveyance SystemThe E32-V provides an easy-connecting fiber and easy-to-use 4-channel flange system, making it ideally applicableto vacuum systems.
E32-V (page A-306)Vacuum Sensors
E32-T61
6. Detecting Wafers under High TemperaturesThe E32-T61 features a temperature-resistant fiber for sta-ble detection of wafers baked at 300°C or higher.
E32-T61 (page A-267)Heat-resistant Fiber Unit
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E32-A03/A04Mapping Fiber Unit
ZX-LT SeriesSide-view Attachment Unit
7. Mapping Wafers with a Through-beam Side-view SensorThe narrow beam permits the detection of single wafers,even of wafers with mirror surfaces.
E32-A03/A04 (page A-276)Mapping Fiber Units
8. Mapping Wafers with a Through-beam Laser SensorThe ZX-LT Series even detects transparent objects andglossy wafers.
ZX-LT Series (page B-2)
Conveyor arm
Wafer
Wafer cassette
Conveyor arm
Wafer
E32-L24L
E6C2-C
E6L
E3T-FD1#
9. Positioning for Wafer Cutting MachinesThis sturdy rotary encoder enables positioning at a consis-tent cutting pitch when cutting silicon wafers.
E6C3-C (page F-5)Incremental Rotary Encoders
10. Detecting the Bottom WaferUsing convergent reflective operation enables detecting anobject at a specific distance by detecting regular reflectivelight from the wafer surface.
E32-L24L (page A-273)Convergent Reflective Fiber Unit
11. Wafer Positioning and High-speed Detection
E6L (page F-13)Easy-scale Linear Encoder
12. Wafer Cassette Mounting ConfirmationThis slim sensor is only 3.5 mm thick to allow installation insmall gaps and spaces.
E3T (page A-28)Subminiature Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in Amplifier
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E3T-ST12
E39-S63Slit
E39-E10Sensitivity Adjustment Unit
ReceiverEmitter
13. Detecting Wafer Cassette RacksThe installation of a Slit and Adjustment Unit permits a re-stricted light for stable detection even when there is incon-sistency in the cassette resin or individual units.
E3T (page A-28)Subminiature Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in Amplifier
E32-T16J
14. Positioning Wafer NotchesThe small spot with a 0.1 mm diameter allows high-preci-sion notch positioning.
E32-T16J (page A-248)Area-detecting Fiber Unit
E32-T22S
15. Checking Orientation Flat Directions with a Fiber UnitHigh-precision detection is possible using a narrow-viewbeam.
E32-T22S (page A-272)Narrow-view Fiber Unit
E32-L25T
16. Chemical Level Detection with Pipe MountingA minimum level difference of 4 mm can be detected instages to control resist liquid levels.
E32-L25T (page A-304)Fiber Pipe-mounting Liquid Level Sensor
E32-D82F
Fiber UnitE32-D82F
17. Level Detection in Heated ChemicalsThe Fiber Unit uses Teflon* so that chemical levels can be preciselyand directly detected in cleaning tanks or chemical processingtanks.
E32-D82F (page A-302)Contact Liquid Level Sensors*Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont Company and Mitsui DuPont ChemicalCompany for their fluoride resin.
E2KQ-X10ME1
Vinyl cord
Foam
ON
OFF
18. Detecting Levels of Corrosive LiquidsSensitivity adjustment can prevent detection errors previouslycaused by foam in cleaning tanks containing soap. Applica-tion in corrosive liquids is also possible by using a Teflon*Sensor.
E2KQ-X10ME1 (page E-108)Chemical-resistant Capacitive Proximity Sensor*Teflon is a registered trademark of t DuPont Company and Mitsui DuPont ChemicalCompany for their fluoride resin.
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Chemical shower wash
E32-T14F
19. Detection on Narrow Lines for Chemical WashingTeflon* Side-view Fiber Units are ideal forapplications requiring resistance to chemi-cals when the sensor can be installed on a narrow line.
E32-T14F (page A-258)Teflon Side-view Fiber Unit*Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont Company and Mitsui DuPont ChemicalCompany for their fluoride resin.
E8M-A1
Exhaust duct
20. Controlling Exhaust Pressure for Individual Cleaning TanksSensors detect the exhaust pressure of each cleaningtank, enabling independent control and improving waferyield.
E8M-A1/K3C-MP8-T1Z (page G-4)Minute Pressure Sensors
E32-D11
21. Detecting Workpieces by Robot HandAn allowable bending radius of 4 mm enables the E32-D11/D21 to with-stand repeated bending, making it ideally applicable to moving partssubject to frequent bending.
E32-D11/D21 (page A-255)Moving-piece-mounting Fiber Unit
Nitrogengas
port
Lead frame
E8M-A1
22. Controlling Nitrogen Gas PressureMinute pressure differences are used to monitor nitrogengas flow.
E8M-A1 (page G-4)Minute Pressure Sensors
Lead-frame cassette
E32-T14L
23. Detecting Lead Frames in Tight SpacesSide-view configuration allows use in spaces that are toosmall to install ordinary through-beam sensors. Highly ef-fective, space-saving installation.
E32-T14L (Through-beam) /E32-D24 (Reflective) (page A-340)Side-view Fiber Units
E32-T16P
24. Detecting Chips on TAB FilmsChips are detected in an area of 11 mm.
E32-T16P (page A-248)Area-detecting Fiber Unit
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ZX-LD
25. Detecting Overlapped Lead Frames and Other Shiny MetalsOverlapped shiny metal plates that are only 0.15 mm thickcan be detected.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
E32-T16W
26. Distinguishing the Length of IC Resin TabletsThe length of resin tablets for different IC types can be dis-tinguished by the amplifier’s monitor output.
E32-T16W Area-detecting Fiber Unit (page A-340)E3X-DA-21-N Digital Fiber Amplifier with Monitor Output
E32-T16P
F150-SL20A
F150 3
E32-C42
E39-F3A
Z4LB-S10 V2
27. Determining Defective IC Chips by Identifying Bad MarksThe bad marks applied to ICs on wafer plates are read, andthe status is output for each IC.
F150-3 (page C-26)Vision Sensors
28. Detecting the Passage of Chip ComponentsThe passing of chip components is detected even if thepassing location varies within a width of 11 mm, regardlessof whether they are metallic or non-metallic.
E32-T16P Area-detecting Fiber Unit (page A-248)E3X-DAD Digital Fiber Amplifier with Differential Output
29. Detecting Chip ComponentsAdding a Lens Unit to a fiber sensor enables the spot to bevaried from 0.1 to 0.6 mm in diameter.
30. Detecting the Alignment of Chip ComponentsRaised or angled chips can be found on trays. Inspection timeis shortened by handling an entire tray with a single inspection.
Z4LB V2 (page B-64)Parallel Beam Linear Sensors with a Separate Amplifier
E32-C42 Fiber Unit (page A-340)E39-F3A Lens Unit
97
ApplicationsA
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lication
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E3T-SL
E3T-FT
F160-S1
F250-C50
Characters as read
E32-DC200F4
E32-D33
31. Detecting Chip Components on the Tapes of Taping MachinesThe E3T is capable of detecting objects as small as 0.15 mm. Detection remains stable, with minimal effectfrom backgrounds or surrounding metals.
E3T (page A-28)Subminiature Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in Amplifier
32. Detecting the Passage or Retention of Components by a Parts FeederThe use of a visible pinpoint beam permits the detection ofworkpieces smaller than 0.5 mm in diameter (when slit isattached).
E3T (page A-28)Subminiature Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in Amplifier
33. Detecting Bent or Missing IC PinsThree sensors are used to simultaneously detect bent ormissing pins.
E32-D33 (page A-251)Thin Head Fiber Unit
34. Verifying IC Models, Lot Numbers, and Printed CharactersIC model numbers, lot numbers, and other information canbe read and checked.
F250 (page C-74)High-performance Vision Sensor
E32-T24
E3T-SR
35. Detecting Rises in Lead FramesEasy detection, even in tight spaces, is possiblewith no sleeve bending.
E32-T24 (page A-258)Thin Side-view Fiber Unit
36. Detecting Full IC Sticks
E3T (page A-28)Subminiature Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in Amplifier
98
ApplicationsSemiconductors and Electronic Components
Ap
plicatio
ns
E32-DC200E
OK OK NG
Tape
E32-DC200E
37. Distinguishing Lead Wire Defects in ComponentsThe length of lead wires of electronic components can beconfirmed.
E32-DC200E (page A-340)Fiber Unit
E32-L25L
38. Detecting Connector PinsWhen inspecting two levels of connector pins with an ordi-nary fiber unit, the lower set of connector pins caused anON signal even when the upper level is missing. The E32-L25L ConvergentReflective Fiber Unit, how-ever, is able to detect upperand lower sets separately.
E32-L25L (page A-273)Convergent Reflective Fiber Unit
E32-DC200F
40. Detecting Parts Inside Metal CasesThe E32-DC200F detects reflected light from internal threads tocheck for missing components inside.
E32-DC200F (page A-251)Thin Sleeve Fiber Unit
F160-S1
F160-C10E
Number
Bending condition
39. Inspecting Connector LeadsThe number and bending con-dition of leads are inspected.
F160 (page C-54)Vision Sensor
Z4LB S30V2
F160-S1
F160-C10E
NG
OK
41. Classifying CapacitorsThe diameter of each capacitor is used to determine itstype.
Z4LB V2 (page B-64) and ZX-Series (page B-2)Parallel Beam Linear Sensors with a Separate Amplifier
42. Inspecting for Defects on Chip CapacitorsInspection is possible for mold defects, missing terminals,and other chip capacitor defects.
F160 (page C-54)Vision Sensor
99
ApplicationsA
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lication
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E32-EC41
E39-F3B
43. Detecting Missing Chips on Embossed TapeAdding a Lens Unit to a fiber sensor permits the detectionof very small workpieces at a detection distance of 17 mmwith a 0.2 mm diameter spot.
E32-EC41 Fiber Unit (page A-340)E39-F3B Lens Unit
44. Detecting ICs in a High-temperature HandlerA Teflon* coating eliminates the weak spot of heat-resistance fibers(i.e., hard and difficult to bend) to achieve a bending radius of 10 mm.*Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont Company and Mitsui DuPont ChemicalCompany for their fluoride resin.
E32-T81R (page A-267)Heat-resistant Fiber Unit
F160-S1
45. Terminal PickingThe position and orientation of workpieces can be con-firmed to permit accurate grasping by means of a robot armfor case packaging.
F250 (page C-74)High-performance Vision Sensor
F250-C50
F160-S1 F160-S1
46. Liquid Crystal Position MeasurementThe positions of liquid crystal reference marks can be mea-sured using two cameras to determine the overall position.Stable measurement is achieved at low cost for moving ob-jects.
F250 (page C-74)High-performance Vision Sensor
E3S-LS3
47. Detecting PCBsStable detection is possible because the large spot is not af-fected by the color, holes or notches of the boards.
E3S-LS3 (page A-190)PCB Sensors
ZX-LD
48. Inspecting Board Mold HeightThe peak height of a board can be measured by using theSelf Peak Mode.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
100
ApplicationsSemiconductors and Electronic Components
Ap
plicatio
ns
49. Detection of fine pinsE3C-LD11 detects with it’s small laser spot of 50 µm eachsmall IC-pin. Due to very high response time of 80 µs it canbe done in the real process. The optical axis and focus ofthe spot can be easily adjusted.
E3C-LDA SeriesE3C-LD11 (page A-396)
101
ApplicationsA
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lication
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Packing, Food Products, Chemicals, and Sanitation
E3S-R
E3X-DAB11-N
E32-CC200
E32-S15L-1
Shrink tube
E3MC-X
E32-S15-1
ZX-LD#L
50. Detecting Clear FilmClear film can be detected with a reflector, reducing theamount of wiring.
E3S-R (page A-182)Transparent Object Photoelectric Sensors
51. Detecting Registration MarksTeaching is also possible, and sensitivity can be adjustedwithout aligning the register marks. A blue LED light sourceenables detecting yellow marks on a white background or pur-ple marks on a blue background (previously not possible).
E3X-DAB11-N (page A-340)Blue LED Teaching Fiber Amplifier
52. Detecting Out-of-place Candy Wrapper Tapes
E3MC (page A-142)RGB Color Sensors
53. Detecting Shrink TubesStable detection is possible even for clear shrink tubes.
E3X-NL (page A-164)Optical Fiber Glossy Object Sensor
54. Detecting Coatings on Paper or MetalDifferences in gloss can be used to detect coatings.
E3X-NL (page A-164)Optical Fiber Glossy Object Sensor
55. Detecting Looseness in SheetsSmall surface variations can be averaged out to enablestable detection.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
102
ApplicationsPacking, Food Products, Chemicals, and Sanitation
Ap
plicatio
ns
E32-T11L
E32-TC200
ZX-LD
OK NG
E32-S15-1
Characterdefect
Dirt
F160-S1
F250-C50
56. Detect Shades of Black on SheetsDifferences in mark density can be used to permit detectionusing an infrared light source and through-beam sensor.
E3X-DAH11-N Infrared Digital Fiber Amplifier (page A-340)E32-T11L Long-distance Fiber Unit (page A-244)
57. Detecting LabelsDetection is possible with a through-beam fiber sensor ifthe backing material is translucent. The light beam is inter-rupted when a label is detected and received when there isno label.
E3X-DAB11-N Blue LED Teaching Fiber Amplifier (page A-340)E32-TC200 Fiber Unit (page A-251)
58. Detecting Clear Labels on Support PaperEven clear labels at close intervals on support paper canbe positioned without contact.
E32-S15-1/E3X-NL11 (page A-164)Optical Fiber Glossy Object Sensor
59. Detecting Pinholes in Sealed ContainersDifferences in the depression of the film on the top of thecontainer can be used to detect pinholes.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
60. Detecting Dirt on CapsCharacter defects and other defects can also be detected.
F250 (page C-74)High-performance Vision Sensor
F400-C15-E
F400-S1
61. Detecting Incorrect CapsAny caps of a different type can be detected using the areaof a registered color.
F400 (page C-44)Color Vision Sensor
103
ApplicationsA
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lication
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ZX-LD#L
ZX-LD
E3Z-B
ZX-LT
ZX-LD
62. Detecting Lids on Milk BottlesStable detection is possible without being affected by thecolor of the lid.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
63. Detecting PET BottlesA retrospective reflex sensor that saves both space andwiring can achieve stable detection of PET bottles withgaps between the bottles as small as 5 mm.
E3Z-B (page A-2)Photoelectric Sensors for Detecting Transparent Bottles
64. Position Detection of Glass Bottle HollowsThe 2- to 3-mm hollow on the bottom of bottles can be usedfor positioning and other operations.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
65. Detecting Cap HeightA check can be made for caps that are not straight by com-paring the height of a cap left-to-right. The height and incli-nation of a cap can be determined by measuring andcomparing two points.
ZX-LT-Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
66. Determining the Number of Inner Linings in Bottle CapsThe evaluation output of the amplifier can be used to deter-mine the number of cap linings.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
E3S-CL1
67. Detecting Candy and Cookies on Conveyor BeltsDetection is even possible from overhead. Sensitivity ad-justment is not required even if the color of the productchanges.
E3S-CL Distance-controlled (page A-64) Photoelectric Sensors
104
ApplicationsPacking, Food Products, Chemicals, and Sanitation
Ap
plicatio
ns
E3Z-T61
OK
NG
Milkpresent
Lightinterrupted
No milkLight
received
E32-T17L
Contentspresent
Lightinterrupted
Nocontents
Lightreceived
Milk carton
E2K-C
Pusher
NG (no contents)
OK products
E32-TC200
Light refracted by wrinkles is received.
E3S-CL1
68. Detecting Liquid in Paper CartonsA powerful light beam can penetrate paper cartons to de-tect the contents.
E3Z (page A-2)Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in Amplifier
69. Detecting Milk in Paper CartonsMilk in opaque paper cartons can be detected using a capacitive sensor.
E2K-C (page E-98)Long-distance Capacitive Proximity Sensors
70. Detecting the Contents of Opaque PackagesThe E3X-DA-N Long-distance Sensor enables detectingthe contents of opaque packages.
E32-T17L (page A-244)Long-distance Fiber Unit
71. Inspecting Food PackagesWrinkles in package materials can be detected. As shown be-low, light diffused by wrinkles in the package is received if theemitter and receiver are installed at an angle to each other.
E32-TC200 (page A-251)Fiber Unit
72. Detecting Noodles in TraysBeing able to differentiate between the tray separators andthe tray bottoms enables stable detection of noodles with-out chattering. Water resistance of IP67 is provided for application in water rinsing processes in the food industry.
E3S-CL Distance-controlled (page A-64) Photoelectric Sensors
F10
NG OK
73. Inspecting for Missing Characters in DatesThe F10 Pattern-matching Sensors are able to determinewhen characters are missing in printed dates.
F10 (page C-2)Pattern-matching Sensors
105
ApplicationsA
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E3MCF160-S1
F250-C50
F250-M09
OK
NG
Broken characterMissing date character
Z4LB-S10V2
74. Aligning Object Direction during PackingThe direction of objects can be aligned during packing bydetecting minute color differences and marks.
E3MC (page A-142)RGB Color Sensors
75. Verifying Expiration DatesThe characters in expiration dates can be read and con-firmed.
F250 (page C-74)High-performance Vision Sensor
76. Inspecting the Tightening Condition of Caps on Bottled ChemicalsThe amount of blocked light is measured at the end of therotary table. The amount that is blocked increases whenthe bottle cap is not completely tightened.
Z4LB V2 (page B-64)Parallel Beam Linear Sensors with a Separate Amplifier
F150-C10E-3
F150-SL20A
77. Inspecting for Bent Hypodermic NeedlesBending can be determined by measuring the differencebetween the base and the tip of the needle.
F150-3 (page C-26)Vision Sensors
E32-S15L-1
DividerAmpule
78. Counting Glass AmpulesThe difference in glossiness is used to differentiate betweenthe ampules and the dividers between them, to ensure thatonly the ampules are counted.
E3X-NL (page A-164)Optical Fiber Glossy Object Sensor
E32-D36P1
79. Detecting the Powdered Chemicals Passing through a Transparent TubePowdered chemicals passing within a specific area can bedetected, and adjustments can be made by teaching.Teaching can be done without a workpiece.
E32-D36P1 (page A-248)Area-detecting Fiber Unit
106
ApplicationsPacking, Food Products, Chemicals, and Sanitation
Ap
plicatio
ns
ZX-LD
E32-S15L-1
E3MC-A
80. Detecting Adhesive Application on Bags of ChemicalsThe application of adhesive is detected by using two sen-sors to measure the thickness of the bag.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
81. Checking Sealing Tape on Boxes of PharmaceuticalsThe difference in glossiness is used to detect sealing tapewithout being affected by the colors or patterns on the box.
E3X-NL (page A-164)Optical Fiber Glossy Object Sensor
82. Liquid Color DetectionThe E3MC RGB Color Sensors distinguish colors by de-tecting differences between them and registered referencecolors. Stability can be further enhanced by placing a whitepanel in the background.
E3MC (page A-142)RGB Color Sensors
E3G-L1
83. Detecting Wrapped CandiesStable detection is possible without being affected by thecolor, tilt, or glossiness of the candies.
E3G-L1/L3 (page A-88)Distance-controlled Photoelectric Sensors
E32-T22S
84. Counting Desiccant PacketsThe perforations between desiccant packets are detectedby the E32-T22S Narrow-view Fiber Unit.
E32-T22S (page A-272)Narrow-view Fiber Unit
E32-T16W
85. Detecting the Front Edge Location of CandiesArea detection using a screen fiber enables positioning ofeven irregularly shaped objects.
E32-T16W (page A-248)Area-detecting Fiber Unit
107
ApplicationsA
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lication
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F3C-AL
Oven Bread
E6C2-CE6C3-C
K3NR(F6: Passing Time mode)
E6C2-C/E6C3-C
HH
PASS
LLAlarm
H
L
K3NR(F2: Absolute Ratio mode)
86. Detecting Title Cards Inside CD CasesLow hysteresis in the distance setting enables detectingminute differences in the insertion position.
F3C-AL (page A-402)Distance-controlled Laser Photoelectric Sensors
87. Display of Bread Baking TimeTo control the baking condition of conveyor-transportedbread by monitoring the time elapsed while passingthrough the oven, the speed of the conveyor belt is detect-ed by the Rotary Encoder, and the result is converted topassage time and displayed by the frequency/ratemeter.
E6C2-C/E6C3-C Rotary Encoders (page F-5)K3NR Frequency/ratemeters
88. Measuring the Rotational Ratio of a RollerThe rotational ratio between two rollers being used to take-up film, textiles, paper, wire, etc., is measured to monitorand control tension and slackness.
E6C2-C/E6C3-C Rotary Encoders (page F-5)K3NR Frequency/Rate Meters
89. Jamming detection in packaging processZX-E controls the gap while sealing the products and stopsthe machine if jamming is detected.
ZX-E series (page B-22)Smart Inductive Sensor
90. Monitoring the cutting processZX-E sensor measures the bottom-dead-end point of the
cutting tool in order to ensure the proper quality of products
ZX-E series (page B-22)Smart Inductive Sensor
91. Distance monitoring in vertical packaging machines
ZX-E sensor monitors the distance of a mechanical move-ment in a vertical packaging machine.
ZX-E series (page B-22)Smart Inductive Sensor
108
ApplicationsPacking, Food Products, Chemicals, and Sanitation
Ap
plicatio
ns
92. Noodle protrusion in food industryE3C-LD21 with a laser line beam can detect the protrusionof noodles before packaging. Thanks to the laser, the sens-ing distance can be up to 1 m. The optical axis and focusof the line can be easily adjusted.
E3C-LDA Series (page A-396)E3C-LD21 (page A-396)
93. Label detectionThe E3C-LD21 detects the label from a long sensing dis-tance, so therefore the sensor head can be mounted out-side from moving parts. The optical axis and focus of theline beam can be easily adjusted.
E3C-LDA Series (page A-396)E3C-LD21 (page A-396)
94. Detection of product orientationBy using the E3C-LD31 with an area laser beam it is pos-sible to control the orientation in a certain area. The opticalaxis and focus of the area can be easily adjusted.
E3C-LDA Series (page A-396)E3C-LD31 (page A-396)
109
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Household Appliances and Office Automation
ZX-LD
ZX-LD#L
E32-T16P
95. Confirming the Insertion of Shadow Masks into CRTsStable detection of even mesh-type shadow masks isachieved by using a line beam.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
96. Counting Copy Machine StaplesThe ultra-small spot of the ZX Series enables counting byprecisely detecting the grooves between the staples.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
97. Inspection of Tape Remaining in Tape Take-up Applications
E32-T16P (page A-248)Area-detecting Fiber Unit
E32-S15-1
98. Confirming the Application of Adhesive/Grease onto ComponentsThe small 2 mm diameter spot can detect even minuteamounts of adhesive or grease applied to precision compo-nents.
E3X-NL (page A-164)Optical Fiber Glossy Object Sensor
E8MS
99. Confirming Suction of Chip ComponentsAs part of the chip component inspection process, the E8MS/K3C Pressure Sensors are able to confirm the suction ofcomponents as they are fed.
E8MS/K3C (page G-4)Pressure Sensors
F10
OKNG
Guide light
100. Rotational Positioning of BatteriesTarget patterns can be quickly and easily registered to in-spect marks and positioning, or to prevent the inclusion ofincorrect product types.
F10 (page C-2)Pattern-matching Sensors
110
ApplicationsHousehold Appliances and Office Automation
Ap
plicatio
ns
F150-SL50A
101. Inspecting the Position of Rotary SwitchesThe F150-3 Vision Sensors permit the detection of switch-es and buttons, and the inspection of the position of adjust-ed dials, prior to shipment.
F150-3 (page C-26)Vision Sensors
111
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Automobiles, Machine Tools, and Robots
E2S
F3C-AL
E32-D82F
F3W-D
102. Inspection of High-speed Table MovementA response frequency of 1 kHz makes the E2S well suitedto high-speed machine and device applications.
E2S (page E-68)Compact Square Inductive Proximity Sensors
104. Managing Liquid Level for Lubricating OilsThe use of Teflon* makes these Sensors ideal for applica-tions with a wide variety of oils.
E32-D82F (page A-302)Contact Liquid Level Sensors
105. Detecting Bent Drill BitsThe installation of a transparent shield in front of these sen-sors protects them from splattering oil.
F3C-AL (page A-402)Distance-controlled Laser Photoelectric
*Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont Company and Mitsui DuPont ChemicalCompany for their fluoride resin.
ZX-LT
Strands
106. Detecting Frayed Edges on Safety BeltsThe ZX-LT can detect the strands of frayed edges duringthe weaving process in safety belt production.
ZX-LT Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
E32-D12F
107. Detecting Oil DropsThe E32-D12F can detect light reflected from oil drops. TheTeflon* fiber can also be safely used in an environmentwhere oil is likely to be spattered.
E32-D12F (page A-265)Chemical-resistant Fiber Unit*Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont Company and Mitsui DuPont ChemicalCompany for their fluoride resin.
103. Confirming the Indication and Picking of Assembly Components
An F3W-D Sensor makes it possible to confirm that com-ponents are not forgotten in automotive assembly lines.
F3W-D (page D-346)Picking Sensors
112
ApplicationsAutomobiles, Machine Tools, and Robots
Ap
plicatio
ns
E2EQ-X
E32-CC200
F3SN-A
Note: Because plastic is used in the case, Fiber Unit Lens, and covering, the adhesion of solvents must be avoided adhesion of solvents must be avoided in order to prevent corrosion or deterioration (such as clouding).
Note: Because plastic is used in the case, Fiber Unit Lens, and covering, the adhesion of solvents must be avoided in order to prevent corrosion or deterioration (such as clouding).
E32-T17L
109. Detecting Weld Locations on Metal PipesBecause teaching without a workpiece is possible for theE3X-DA-N, the sensitivity for detecting weld locations canbe set without having to stop the workpiece.
E32-CC200 (page A-263)Fiber Unit
110. Positioning at the Welding SiteThese Sensors are designed for use in places subject tospattering.
E2EQ (page E-56)Antispatter Proximity Sensors
111. Detection of People Entering the Work Area of RobotsF3SN-A Safety Light Curtains help to provide a protectionmeasure by detecting the entry of people into dangerousareas. (They help to ensure safety according european andinternational regulations.)
F3SN-A/F3SH-A (page D-2), F3S-TGR (page D-48)Safety Light Curtains
112. Detecting Workpieces in the Automotive Coating ProcessA fiber length of 10 meters permits a long-distance detec-tion up to 20 meters (using the E3X-DA-N standard mode).
E32-T17L (page A-244)Fiber Unit with Lens
E3Z-L
113. Detecting the Position of Robot ArmsDue to a small metal ball installed on the robot arm, the po-sition of the arm can be detected when the ball moves di-rectly in front of the sensor.
E3Z-L (page A-2)Narrow-beam Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in Amplifier
ZX-LD
Welding point
108. Positioning the Welding Point on Ring GearsThe compact size makes it possible for these Sensors to bemounted on welding machines in small spaces.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
113
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115. Height and step measurement in rough metal plates
ZX-E measures the step andthe height of metal plates in arough and dusty ambient.
ZX-E Series (page B-22)Smart Inductive Sensor
116. Thickness measurement of metal platesBy simply connecting two sensors with a calculation unitthe thickness can be measured and monitored using thedigital outputs.
ZX-E Series (page B-22)Smart Inductive Sensor
117. Adhesive and seal inspectionThe small sensor head can be easily mounted on a robotarm and the line beam can detect the profile of sealing andadhesive. The optical axis and focus of the line can be eas-ily adjusted
E3C-LDA Series (page A-396)E3C-LD21 (page A-396)
118. Repeatability of robot arm teachingThe small laser spot size of the E3C-LD11 ensures a highrepeat accuracy from a long sensing distance, thereforethe sensor head can be mounted with safety distance tothe robot arm.
E3C-LDA Series (page A-396)E3C-LD11 (page A-396)
119. Detecting of a sealing rubber in the assembly process
The E3C-LD21 detects even black rubber from a long dis-tance, so therefore the sensor head can be mounted out-side from moving parts. The optical axis and focus of theline can be easily adjusted.
E3C-LDA Series (page A-396)E3C-LD21 (page A-396)
114. Eccentricity control of shaft and bearingsZX-E measures the eccentricity of shaft and bearings whilerotating without influence of oil and water due to inductiveprinciple.The control function can be used to stop the machine at a curtain point.
ZX-E Series (page B-22)Smart Inductive Sensor
114
ApplicationsAutomobiles, Machine Tools, and Robots
Ap
plicatio
ns
120. Warping control of metal plateFor multiple measurements it is possible to connect up tofive sensors without mutual interferences. Warping is con-trolled by using (A-B) calculation
ZX-E Series (page B-22)Smart Inductive Sensors
115
Ap
plicatio
ns
ApplicationsAutomation and Inspection Equipment
E39-F3A
E32-D32ZX-LT
E32-D33
ONLight reflects from screw thread
OFF
121. Confirming the Application of Sealing MaterialThe use of a small-diameter fiber head makes it possible to in-stall the Fiber Unit and Lens Unit on the nozzle tip. The LensUnit permits a stable detection of the sealing material.
E32-D32 Fiber Unit (page A-263)E39-F3A Lens Unit
122. Detecting and Determining Proper Quantity of Adhesive during Packing Box AssemblyThe quantity of adhesive being dispensed can be monitoredby detecting the amount of light blocked by the adhesive as itleaves the nozzle.
ZX-LT (page B-2)Smart Sensors
123. Detection of Screw ThreadsThe E32-D33 Thin Head Fiber Unit is able to determinewhether threads have been cut into aluminum die-castworkpieces. Because the light strikes at an angle, even ex-tremely small threads can be accurately detected.
E32-D33 (page A-251)Thin Head Fiber Unit
F3SN-A
124. Safety Sensor to Protect People from Dangerous MachineryThe entry of people into the danger zones on and aroundhigh-speed machinery, such as chip inserters, presses etc.can be detected.
F3SN-A (page D-2)Safety Light Curtains
ZX-LT
125. Measuring the Distance between RollersThese Sensors ensure the distance between metal rollersto be measured.
ZX-LT-Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
Z4LB-A3040 V2
126. Inspecting Spraying Coverage by Detecting the Spray AngleThe spray angle of a substance can be measured by de-tecting the amount of light that it blocks and the total block-age time.
Z4LB V2 (page B-64)Parallel Beam Linear Sensors with a Separate Amplifier
116
ApplicationsRubber, Molding Machines, and Molds
Ap
plicatio
ns
E3S-CL2
127. Long-distance Detection of Black TiresThese sensors are minimally affected by backgrounds, en-abling them to accurately detect black objects, such astires, at a distance.
E3S-CL (page A-64)Distance-controlled Photoelectric Sensors
E6C2-CE6C3-C
128. Positioning Dies in Injection Molding MachinesThe strengthened axial load of this Rotary Encoder permitsclamp positioning for the dies of injection molding ma-chines.
E6C2-C/E6C3-C (page F-5)Rotary Encoders
E32-D82F
129. Detecting the Level of Heat-medium OilsThe 200°C heat resistance of these Sensors permits theuse with extremely high-temperature liquids.
E32-D82F (page A-302)Contact Liquid Level Sensors
F3C-ALF3C-AL
130. Detecting Errors Due to Residual Materials in Press DiesThe edges of materials remaining inside press dies afterthe pressing process are detected, and an error is output.
F3C-AL (page A-402)Distance-settable Laser Photoelectric Sensors
F160-S1
F160-C10E
F160-M05L
F160-S1
131. Inspecting Component ShapesThe edges of measured objects captured by camera aredetected to inspect the shape.
F250 (page C-74)High-performance Vision Sensor
132. Inspecting for Chipping or Burrs in ComponentsChips, burrs, or light-colored dirt can be detected on curvedor tapered components.
F160 (page C-54)Vision Sensor
117
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133. Gap control in mould press machinesZX-E controls the minute tool-gap in a mould press ma-chine and prevent the production of fault products. Thesensor head is heat resistant up to 200 °C.
ZX-E Series (page B-22)Smart Inductive Sensors
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E39-L98 Cover Brackets
F160-C10E
Camera
Crane
E3Z-G
ZX-LD
Crumpled corrugation
134. Detecting Cardboard BoxesA diffuse reflective sensor can be used to detect cardboardboxes from a distance of up to 1 m. A retroreflective sensorpermits detection from up to 4 m. The use of the Cover Brack-ets provides even greater durability.
E3Z (page A-2)Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in AmplifierE39-L98 Cover Brackets
135. Sorting Packed Fruit Boxes by GradeThe boxes are sorted by distinguishing printed grade mark-ings.
F160 (page C-54)Vision Sensor
136. Inspecting the Height of Corrugations in Cardboard BoxesCrumpling can be detected by measuring the distance tothe top of the corrugations in the inner layer of cardboard
sheets as they move on a belt.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
137. Warning Alarms for CranesThe direction of crane movement can be distinguished, andthe crane’s entry into danger zones can be detected.
E3Z-G (page A-2)Grooved-type Photoelectric Sensors with a Built-in Amplifier
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ZX-LD
ZX-LD
ZX-LD
E32-T14L
F3C-AL
138. Counting CardsBundles of cards, such as prepaid telephone cards, can becounted by detecting the card edges.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
139. Counting Sheets of PaperThe number of sheets in a stack can be counted by detect-ing the level difference resulting from a single sheet.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
140. Detecting Gas Flowmeter BallsThe red transparent ball in gas flowmeters can be detectedwith high stability by the Blue LED Teaching Fiber Amplifi-er.
E32-T14L Side-view Fiber Unit (page A-258)E3X-DAB11-N Blue LED Teaching Fiber Amplifier
141. Inspecting the Gap between the Dial Plate and Indicator Needle in Pressure IndicatorsThe gap between the dial plate and indicator needle can bemeasured through the transparent glass cover.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
142. Detection of Remaining Boards for Construction UseThe quantity of boards or other construction materials canbe detected from above.
F3C-AL (page A-402)Distance-controlled Laser Photoelectric Sensors
ZX-LD#L
143. Distinguishing Ceramic TypesUsing two Sensors, the changes in thickness can be mea-sured with high stability, without being affected by fluctua-tions in the conveyor belt.
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
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ZX-LD
F10
Guide light
ZX Series (page B-2)Smart Sensors
145. Inspecting to Check for Missing PagesThese sensors compare the object being inspected with a reg-istered pattern, enabling detection of solid-color (plain) objects.
F10 (page C-2)Pattern-matching Sensors
146. Sheet alignment for printing and finishing process
E3C-LD21 detects the alignment of paper sheets beforeprinting or before packaging. The twin output model allowsto set up two threshold levels for tolerance
E3C-LDA Series (page A-396)E3C-LD21 (page A-396)
144. Inspecting the Length of Paper TubesBy using an end plate and detecting from the tube side, detection is possible without being affected by paper splinters.