What is the main advantage of using photoelectric sensors in industrial applications?

Photoelectric sensors offer a significant advantage in industrial settings due to their non-contact detection capability. This feature eliminates the need for physical contact with the target object, reducing wear and tear and enabling reliable, long-term operation. Their quick response time is crucial for applications requiring rapid detection, contributing to increased efficiency in various industrial processes.

How do I choose the right photoelectric sensor?

Selecting the appropriate photoelectric sensor involves considering several factors. Evaluate the sensing distance required for your application, environmental conditions, such as ambient light and temperature, and the characteristics of the target objects. Differentiate between through-beam, reflective, and retroreflective sensors based on the specific needs of your application.

Can these sensors be used in outdoor environments?

Some photoelectric sensors are designed for outdoor use. It's essential to choose sensors with suitable Ingress Protection (IP) ratings to ensure they can withstand exposure to weather elements and maintain reliable performance.

What is the difference between a through-beam sensor and a reflective sensor?

Through-beam sensors consist of separate emitter and receiver units, with the light beam traveling from one unit to the other. In contrast, reflective sensors integrate both the emitter and receiver in the same housing, detecting the light reflected off a target object.

Can photoelectric sensors detect transparent or highly reflective objects?

Through-beam sensors consist of separate emitter and receiver units, with the light beam traveling from one unit to the other. In contrast, reflective sensors integrate both the emitter and receiver in the same housing, detecting the light reflected off a target object.

What maintenance do photoelectric sensors require?

Photoelectric sensors typically demand minimal maintenance. Regularly cleaning the sensor lens to prevent the accumulation of dust or dirt is recommended to ensure consistent and accurate performance over time.

Are there any safety considerations when using photoelectric sensors?

When using photoelectric sensors, it's crucial to ensure compliance with relevant safety standards. Installation should follow the manufacturer's guidelines, and users should be aware of the sensor's limitations. For critical applications, incorporating redundancy or additional safety measures is advisable to mitigate potential risks.

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Fiber Unit simple mounting type

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Square type with mounting hole that can be installed easily.

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· Head ON, side ON, flat ON lineup.
· Bending radius R1 mm or R4 mm.
· Head ON / side ON interchangeable type.
· Regarding head ON / side ON switching type, that can change the drawing direction of the fiber, 1 model supports 2 mounting.
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Small flexible type. Also prevents troubles caused by hooking.

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· More than 20 line types including transmission type / reflection type.
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[IP67] Waterproof/resin filled, vibration proof strong body

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· Flexible installation is possible in the hole with a misaligned pitch during processing, or even in the already vacant holes.
· Moreover, with both M3· M4 support.it can handle various mounting brackets.
· The resin uniformly filled inside the sensor, will firmly protect the electronic components from vibration.
· It passed the 100 hours or more of the anti-vibration test.
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· Wide-angle reflection type with area more than10 times the diffuse reflection type, made possible and simple, the signal processing that was dependent on post processing or the detection that was impossible/unstable until now
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· Transparency can be detected without using reflection mirror.
· Built-in polarizing filter. It is also possible to detect specular bodies.
· When the detection distance is 30 mm, the spot diameter ø2.5 mm. Ideal for detecting small objects.

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Regressive Reflection Type Fiber Unit

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Ideal for transparent object detection. Also offer ultra slim wafers for wafer mapping.

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· Ultra thin design with thickness of only 2 mm.
· Wafer mapping which could only be done by transmission type requiring many wiring man-hours, is it possible with the regression reflection type.
· Since it is a space-saving side view type, it is easy to handle the fiber cable

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Minute Object Detection Lens for Fiber Units

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Lens for fiber that can detect fine objects and can be attached to a lens.

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Detection Type	Transparent	Reflection	Transparent	Reflection	Reflection	Reflection	Reflection
Light Axis Arrangement Type	Emitting and Receiving Sections Separated	Emitting and Receiving Sections Integrated, Reflection Plate Used	Emitting and Receiving Sections Separated	Emitting and Receiving Sections Integrated, Single	Emitting and Receiving Sections Integrated, Reflection Plate Used	Emitting and Receiving Sections Integrated, Single	-
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Detection Light Type	Small Spots	Small Spots	Small Spots	Small Spots	Small Spots	Small Spots	Small Spots
Detection Object	Colored Surface	Colored Surface	Colored Surface	Colored Surface / Small Area	Colored Surface / Transparent Body	Colored Surface	Colored Surface / Small Area
Amplifier Installation Type	Separated Type	Separated Type	Separated Type	Built-in Type	Separated Type	Separated Type	-
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Fiber Type (Selectable only when Amplifier is not installed)	Flexing Resistant	Flexible	Flexible	-	Flexible	Flexible	-
Fiber clothing material	Stainless Steel	Polyethylene	Vinyl Chloride	-	Vinyl Chloride	Vinyl Chloride	-
Fiber minimum bend R(mm)	4	1	1	-	1	1	-