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Photoelectric
CX-400 CX-400 Compact Photoelectric Sensors Complete line-up of photoelectric sensors with over 116 sensor modes	EX-40 EX-40 Photoelectric Sensors Convergent reflective sensor for reliable object detection in a limited area
CY-100 CY-100 M18 Cylindrical Photoelectric Sensors M18 threaded cylindrical photoelectric sensors for basic applications	NX5 AC/DC drive photoelectric sensors The NX5 series of photoelectric sensors offers a free ranging voltage input along with a 1 form C relay output.
EQ-30 EQ-30 Series - Adjustable Range Reflective Photoelectric Sensors Photoelectric sensors provide a long-range back ground suppression solution	RX-LS200 RX-LS200 Diffuse Sensors Background suppression sensor with robust, die-cast enclosure
EQ-500 EQ-500 Adjustable Range Reflective Photoelectric Sensors 2.5m long sensing range background / foreground suppression	RX RX Series - Amplifier Built-In Photoelectric Sensors Heavy duty sensors in rugged housing
EX-10 EX-10 Series - Miniature Photoelectric Sensors Ultra small photoelectric sensors that are great for embedded applications	SU-7/SH SU-7/SH Series - Slim Body Automatic Sensitivity Photoelectric Sensors Amplifier separate push button teach photoelectric sensor
EX-10S EX-10S Series - Narrow Beam Photoelectric Sensors Ultra-slim size at just 3.5mm thick - can easily be embedded in applications where mounting space is limited.	MQ-W MQ-W Series - Triple Beam Sensors Adjustable range reflective type sensor can detect white or black object at the same distance.
EX-20 EX-20 Series - EX-20 Series - Miniature Photoelectric Sensors Ultra small photoelectric sensors with integrated sensitivity adjuster	RT-610 RT-610 Series - U-Shaped Photoelectric Sensors For use in registration mark and limit sensing applications
EX-30 EX-30 Series - Miniature Photoelectric Sensors Threaded miniature photoelectric sensor	EX-Z EX-Z Series - Miniature Photoelectric Sensors The world's thinnest sensor dimension of 3mm allows installation in a narrow space where only a conventional fiber sensor head could be installed before.
Obsolete Obsolete Photoelectric Sensors Includes CX-20, EQ-20, CY, EX, CX-30

Area / Bin Picking
NA1-PK5 & NA1-5 NA1-PK5 & NA1-5 - Slim Body Picking Sensors Part picking verification sensor for manual assembly applications
NA1-PK3 NA1-PK3 - Ultra Slim Body Picking Sensors Part picking verification sensor for manual assembly applications	NA1-11 NA1-11 - Small / Slim Object Detection Area Sensors Cross-beam detection for sensing small and slim objects
NA2-N NA2-N - General Purpose and Slim Body Area Sensors General-purpose detection solution with a wide range of sensing heights (140mm - 540mm).	NA40 NA40 - 40mm Beam Pitch General Purpose Area Sensor 40mm beam pitch general purpose area sensor
Obsolete Obsolete Area / Bin Picking Sensors Includes SA/SB, NA25/NA50, SA16/24 Series

Fiber Optic Amps
FX-551 FX-551 - Fiber Optic Sensors Digital fiber sensor series significantly improves stability and operation ease.	FX-311 FX-311 - Advanced Manual Setting Fiber Optic Sensors Manual adjust amplifier with indicator
FX-100 FX-100 - Digital Fiber Optic Sensors Cost effective digital fiber amplifier with dual display and easy set-up	FX-11A FX-11A - Analog Fiber Optic Sensors Analog output type, manual adjust amplifier
FX-300 FX-300 - Digital Fiber Optic Sensors High functionality digital amplifier designed for stability and ease of use	FX2 FX2 - Fiber Optic Sensors High speed non-modualated manual adjust amplifier
FX-500 FX-500 - Long Range Fiber Optic Sensors Longest sensing distance dual digital fiber amplifier, high speed, digital amplifier, advanced functions	Obsolete Obsolete Includes FX-7, FX4(E), FX-A1/M1/D1, FX3
FX-400 FX-400 - High Power Digital Fiber Optic Sensors Manual adjust digital fiber amplifier with readout

Fiber Optic Cables
Threaded Threaded Fibers Fiber optic cables with threaded barrell of various diameters for mounting with washer and lock nut. All models with excellent minimum bend radius on the cable
Cylindrical Set-Screw Mount Fibers Cylindrical Set-Screw Mount Fibers Smooth barrel with set-screw mount
Bendable & Non-Bendable Sleeve Bendable & Non-Bendable Sleeve Fiber optic cables with extension sleeves for detecting small object or fitting into narrow spaces. Some types have bendable sleeves while others are non bendable
Narrow Beam & Wafer Mapping Narrow Beam & Wafer Mapping Fiber cables with narrow beam aperature
Square Head Square Head The design makes it less likely for tools and other objects to catch on the fiber cable during installation
(Super Quality) High Precision (Super Quality) High Precision Fiber cables with superior light intensity stability and simple digital management when combined with the FX-500 series amplifier
Flat Mount Flat Mount Fiber cable with thin rectangular shape for simple mounting in narrow areas
Chemical / Oil Resistant Chemical / Oil Resistant Fiber cables with a PFA housing and fiber sheath designed for chemical withstandability
Heat Resistant Heat Resistant Heat resistant fiber cables. There are models available that are rated up to 350° C
Liquid Leak / Detection Liquid Leak / Detection Fiber cables designed for liquid detection including liquid leak and liquid level
Retro-Reflective Retro-Reflective Retro-reflective fiber cables using reflectors
Vacuum Resistant Vacuum Resistant Vacuum resistant fibers designed for use in vacuum environments with a wide range of temperatures from -30 to 300° C
Wide Beam Array Wide Beam Array Wide beam array fibers designed for detecting parts within a window
Convergent Convergent Fiber cables in which the sensing distance is fixed to a specific range
Fiber Cable Add-On Lenses Fiber Cable Add-On Lenses Sensing of minute objects can be performed by combining the fiber and spot lens
Accessory Items Accessory Items Accessory items for fiber optic cables including protective tubing, lenses, and fiber cable tips
Obsolete Fibers Obsolete Fiber Cables

Laser Sensors
EX-L200 EX-L200 Miniature Self-Contained Laser Sensor World’s smallest laser sensors with built-in amplifier	LS-400 LS-400 Laser Sensor High precision amplifier separate Laser sensor with dual digital display
	LS-500 LS-500 Laser Sensor Laser sensor with compact sensor heads and an available 4-20 ma output

Inductive Proximity
GX-F/H GX-F/H - Rectangular Inductive Proximity Sensors High performance inductive proximity sensor with class leading stability	GL GL - Compact Inductive Proximity Sensors 18mm square type for long sensing distance
GX-M GX-M - Cylindrical Inductive Sensors 2-wire and 3-wire DC cylindrical inductive proximity sensors	GXL GXL - Square Design Inductive Sensors (2 Wire) DC 2 wire compact rectangular/flat
GA-311 GA-311 - Amp Separate Proximity Sensors Micron accuracy inductive amplifier separate type	GX GX - 3-Wire Inductive Proximity Sensors DC 3 wire cylindrical with threaded & non-threaded versions
GX-U GX-U - Cylindrical Inductive Proximity Sensor (2 Wire) 2-wire inductive proximity sensors for wire saving installations	GX-N GX-N - 3-Wire Cylindrical Inductive Proximity Sensors High-performance, easy to use solution for your metal detection needs
GS GS Series Sensors Compact high accuracy amplifier separate type	Obsolete Obsolete Includes GA-10/GH, GL, GL-N12, GXL-N, GXL-F/H, GS3/4

Micro-Photo Sensors
PM-25,45,65 PM-25,45,65 - The Ultimate U-Shaped Micro Photoelectric Sensors Completely rebuilt for better performance and mounting ease.
PM2 PM2 - Convergent Reflective Microphotoelectric Sensors Convergent reflective sensor for low cost embedded usage	Obsolete Obsolete Includes PM-24,44,54,64 Series, PM-__53, PM, PM-64

Pressure / Flow
DP-100 DP-100 - High Resolution Pressure Sensors Low cost, all-in-one pressure / vacuum sensor - New V.2!	DP-M DP-M - Digital Differential Pressure Sensors Differential pressure switch for high-precision sensing
DP-0 DP-0 - Digital Pressure Sensors for Gas User friendly cost effective pressure and vacuum sensors	FM-200 FM-200 - Digital Flow Sensors Measures air flow up to 1000 liters/min
DPH-100 / DPC-100 DPH-100 / DPC-100 - Single-Axis Type Digital Pressure Sensors Digital pressure sensor for gas, head separate type
DPC-L100 / DPH-L100 DPC-L100 / DPH-L100 - Head Separate Digital Pressure Sensors Digital Pressure sensor for liquid and gas, head separate type
DPS-400 / DPH-100 DPS-400 / DPH-100 Amplifier separate pressure and vacuum sensors
Obsolete Obsolete Includes DP, DPX, DP4, DP5-DPH, DP2

Liquid Handling
SQ-4 SQ-4 Safety Liquid Leak Sensors Category 4 rated safety leak sensor for water & caustic chemicals	EX-F1 EX-F1 Pipe-Mountable Liquid Level Detection Sensors Liquid level detection sensor for pipe mounting
EX-F60/F70 EX-F60/F70 Leak Detection Sensors Self-contained liquid leak sensors	EZ-10 EZ-10 Water Level Detection Sensors Detects water level within a transparent or translucent container
BE-A BE-A Optical Bubble Sensors Great for use in liquid dispensing instruments, clinical laboratory instruments, or anywhere precise liquid dispensing is needed.

Measurement
HG-C HG-C Compact CMOS Photoelectric Sensors Reliable detection with as good as 10 μm resolution in a compact body	HG-S HG-S Contact-Type Digital Displacement Sensors Class leading accuracy in a slim and strong unit body
HL-G1 HL-G1 All-In-One Compact Laser Displacement Sensors State-of-the-art CMOS sensing method allows for high-precision measurement of objects impossible for the conventional PSD method.	HL-T1 HL-T1 Ultrasmall Laser Thrubeam Sensors High functionality laser array with 4 micron resolution
HL-C2 HL-C2 Laser Thrubeam Sensors with Analog Output High functionality laser array with 4 micron resolution	LA LA Laser Thrubeam Sensors with Analog Output Laser array sensor with 15mm wide beam
GP-X GP-X High Speed, High Accuracy Eddy Current Digital Displacement Sensors The new choice for even more variegated data collection and processing	HD-T1 LED Wafer Alignment Sensors High precision detection of wafer orientation with a resolution of 30 microns.
GP-A GP-A High Accuracy Eddy Current Displacement Sensors Provides accuracte measurement of ferrous metal targets with a resolution of up to .4 microns	Obsolete Obsolete Includes HL-C1, LM10, AR1-48, LH-50, LA-300, LD

Safety Light Curtains
SF4D SF4D Compact/Robust Light Curtains Compact & Robust Safety Light Curtains - Type 4	SF4B-C SF4B-C Compact Light Curtains Compact light curtain with metal inner frame and plastic covered body for durability and light weight
SF4B-V.2 SF4B-V.2 Safety Light Curtains - Type 4 New Version 2! Get improved environmental resistance performance in a rugged, compact size.	BSF4-AH80 BSF4-AH80 Flameproof Type Light Curtains Flameproof type light curtains
SF4C SF4C Ultra Slim Light Curtains Ultra-slim type 4 light curtain - designed with small machines in mind	SF4B-G SF4B-G Robust Light Curtains Provides a robust safeguarding option for applications that are prone to impact.
Light Curtain Accessories Light Curtain Accessories Light Curtain Accessories	Obsolete Obsolete Includes SF1-A, SF2-EH, SF2-N, SF2-B, SF4-A, SF-AC, SRB-NA

Safety Components / Control Units
SW-100 SW-100 Series - Optical Touch Switches Ergonomic optical touch switch for two hand control applications	SD3-A1 SD3-A1 Safety Laser Scanner - Type 3 Monitors dangeroous areas for unauthorized entry
SF-AC SF-AC Safety Relay Units Light curtain controller for AC power operation	SG SG Series Safety Switches Safety switches from Panasonic - Call for info and ordering
ST-4 ST-4 Series - Compact Safety Beam Sensors Type 4 safety sensor protects small openings or large areas.

Sensor Controllers
CA2 CA2 Ultra Compact Digital Panel Controllers Accepts one analog input and provides a display reading that is scalable	PS-930/110 PS-930/110 Power Supply Sensor Controllers Provides 12 VDC @ 75mA to power a sensor and convert an NPN signal to a relay contact
NPS NPS Multi-Functional Slim Sensor Controller Sensor controller provides power with simple logic and timer functions	RCM Converters RCM Converters Modules for converting digital output signals of sensors
Obsolete Obsolete Includes CA series

Static Control Devices
ER-X ER-X Area Pulse Ionizers Slim, bar type ionizer for wide area coverage of in-line processes, with or without a compressed air source	ER-Q ER-Q Compact Fan Type Ionizers Spot charge removal without compressed air - environmentally friendly & high performance
ER-TF ER-TF Wide Area Ionizers Wide area, fan type ionizer for bench top and hand assembly applications	ER-F ER-F Fan Type Ionizers A fan-type ionizer with a 120 mm (4.724 in) fan diameter that has a class leading compact size for reducing workbench clutter and increasing efficiency
ER-VS02 ER-VS02 Ultra Compact Static Ionizers - High Frequency AC Method Compact spot type ionizer with a large variety of available nozzle types	EC-G02 EC-G02 Hand Held Pulse Air Gun Ionizers Air-gun type ionizer that can remove dust in a single burst using pulsed air
ER-VW ER-VW Thin Type Ionizers Remove static with the Panasonic ER-VW series of thin type, high frequency static ionizers	EF-S1 EF-S1 Electrostatic Sensors The EF-S1 series of electrostatic sensors in-line capable allowing you to monitor static levels and respond to it immediately.

Special Use
FZ-10 FZ-10 Color Detection Fiber Sensors Get reliable and precise color discrimination that's easy to set up	M-DW1 M-DW1 Wafer Mapping Sensors LED based sensor for precision wafer mapping applications
GD GD Metal Sheet Double Feed Detectors Detects when multiple sheets of metal are fed into a process instead of a single piece	PX-2 PX-2 Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV) Obstacle Detection Sensors Designed for obstacle detection on AGV systems - Long range AGV sensor with wide beam sensing
LX-100 LX-100 Digital RGB Color Mark Sensors with Amplifier Built-In RGB color sensor for high speed detection of registration marks	US-N300 US-N300 Thrubeam Ultrasonic Sensors Thrubeam ultrasonic sensor for dirty/dusty sensing environments
TH TH Hot Glue Melt Detection Sensors Quick, non-contact detection of hot melt glue (infrared)	Obsolete Obsolete Includes BRX, CK, ID-P, IS-N, IX, M-625, M-825/6, ORE, UA-11, VI

Wire Saving/Bus Systems
S-Link S-Link Sensor & Wire-Saving Link System Sensor and wire saving bus system	SC SC Sensor-PLC Connection System Sensor PLC connection system
S-Link V S-Link V Flexible Wire-Saving System S-Link V is the newest generation wire saving bus system. As many as 512 I/O can be connected to this innovative insulation displacement wiring savings system.	Obsolete Obsolete

Automation Control
PLC PLC Panasonic programmable logic controllers Compact programmable logic controllers with high functionality	Energy Energy Panasonic energy panel meters
HMI HMI Panasonic human machine interface panels	UV Curing UV Curing Panasonic UV curing systems
Servo Servo Pansonic servo systems motors and drives

Accessories & Add-Ons
Cordsets & Cables Cordsets & Cables Huge variety of cables to get you connected	Brackets & Connectors Brackets & Connectors Mounting brackets and connectors for Panasonic Sensors
Accessories Sensor Accesories Including slit masks, tubes, replacement parts & more

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Static Elimination Transparent Object Detection Liquid Detection Examination & Measurement Safe Guarding Other Solutions

Prevent Jamming of Packaging Material Solution: ER-X Series	Eliminate Static While Cleaning Bottles Solution: ER-VS02 Series	Dust Removal During Light Cover Assembly Solution: ER-VW Series	Prevent Jamming in Parts Feeder Solution: ER-Q, ER-F

Prevent Adhesion of Molded Parts to Mold Solution: ER-X Series	Surface Potential During Wafer Loading & Unloading Solution: EF-S1, ER-VW	Some Examples of Static Elimination Don’t See Yours? Call Us: 800-280-6933

	Detecting Transparent Bottles Solution: CX-400 Series	Mapping, Alignment & Seating Confirmation of Glass Substrate Solution: Convergent Fibers	Detecting Transparent Film Sensing Solution: Retro-Reflective Fibers / FX-500	Don't See Your Challenge? We've Got Solutions: 800-280-6933
	The CX-481 transparent object sensor has a unique optical system and special circuit for detecting transparent object, the retroreflective sensor reliably detects transparent bottles.	The FD-L convergent fibers are most suitable for detecting various types of glass substrates.	The FR-Z50HW is a retroreflective fiber cable that can detect transparent film.

	Detection of Chemical Solution Leaks Solution: EX-F60 / F70	Detecting Clear Liquid Level Solution: Convergent Fibers	Liquid Leakage Sensing Solution: SQ-4	Detecting Liquid Level in a Tank Solution: Liquid Leak / Detection Fibers
	The EX-F61 can detect eve small liquid leaks. No sensitivity adjustment required. This compact and space saving sensor can be used in narrow spaces.	The EX-F1 liquid sensor can detect the level of clear liquid inside a transparent pipe. The sensor is mounted to the pipe with wire tires and the position is easily adjustable after mounting.	The SQ4 series has 2 detection units on the bottom of the sensor. With a single sensor, two-stage detection is possible: incipient leak (warning) and abnormal leak (emergency stop).	The FD-F8Y liquid detection fiber cable is encased in a fluorine resin and can be totally immersed in chemicals.

Inspecting Tire Rubber Solution: HL-C2 Series	Paint Nozzle Height Control Solution: HL-G1 Series	Distinguishing Container Types Solutions: Wide Beam Fiber, FX-500, EX-20	Sensing Defects on Plastic Molded Parts Solution: FM-200

Thickness Measurement of Copper Clad Laminate Solution: HL-C2	Piston Position Sensing Solution: HG-C	Got a Challenge Not Shown? Call Us Today: 800-280-6933
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	Machine Press Safeguarding Solution: SF4D	Intrusion Detection in Areas with Moving Robots Solution: SF4D, CX-400	Detection of Ingress Into Operating Area of Manufacturing Equipment Solution: SF4B-C	Don't See Your Challenge? We've Got Solutions: 800-280-6933
	The SF4D series category 4 light curtain conforms to all OSHA and ANSI regulations pertaining to press safety.	The SF4D series that complies with international safety standards has a built-in muting control function, contributing to safety, productivity, and cost reduction.	The SF4B-C series can be installed flush in an aluminum frame for maximum use of the available opening. In addition, it can be installed with zero dead space.

Color Mark Detection Solution: LX-100	Color Mark Detection of Screw Head Solution: FZ-10	Hot Glue Melt Sensing Solutions: TH Series	Detecting Objects in Front of AGV Solution: PX-2

Small Parts Detection: LED Leads Solution: EX-Z	Small Part Detection: Thin Objects Solution: NA1-11

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Automotive Material Handling Metal Processing Packaging Semiconductor

Detecting Defective Connector Crimping Solution: Wide Beam Fiber	Parts Picking Verification Solution: NA1-PK3	Suction Verification on Glass Transport Solution: DPC-L100 / DPH-L100
The FD-A16 has a rectangular spot with a large beam area. Since the light receiving parts are on the upper and lower positions of the light emitting part, stable detection is possible even if connector positions are a little off.	The NA1-PK3 is used to check the proper sequence of assembly parts along with confirmation of proper parts being pulled.	The DPH-L100 can verify suction for front and rear glass transport. The compact stainless body is suitable for various environments
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	Detecting Products on Conveyor Belt Solution: EQ-500	Mapping, Alignment & Seating Confirmation of Glass Substrate Solution: Convergent Fibers	Detecting Transparent Film Sensing Solution: Retroreflective Fibers / FX-500	Don't See Your Challenge? We've Got Solutions: 800-280-6933
	Can accurately detect packages even if they vary in size and color. No need for reflector or thrubeam type sensor. Sensing range up to 2.5 meters	The FD-L convergent fibers are most suitable for detecting various types of glass substrates.	The FR-Z50HW is a retroreflective fiber cable that can detect transparent film.

	Detecting Hole Drilling Errors in Metal Components Solution: DP-100	Measure Copper Clad Laminate Thickness Solution: HL-C2	Detecting Broken Spool of Film Solution: DP-100	Control Drilling Depth Solution: GX-U, GX-N
	The DP-102 pressure sensor can determine whether or not through hole has been drilled in the part correctly by detecting change in air pressure	The unique optical system reduces the influences caused by unevenness on rough-surfaced objects and is more stable where measurement variations often occurred previously.	The pressure sensor detects if a spool is chipped by sensing air leakage in the airsupply system. The DP-100 series, providing high accuracy and high resolution, detects even a slight air leakage.	The sensor detects the dog (metal plate) that determines the depth of drilling.

Detecting Registration Marks on Packaging Materials Solution: LX-100	Paint Nozzle Height Control Solution: HL-G1 Series	Distinguishing Container Types Solutions: Wide Beam Fiber, FX-500, EX-20	Got a Challenge Not Shown? Call Us Today: 800-280-6933
Marks in various colors can be stably detected due to the unified emitting element with red, green, and blue LED colors and Panasonic Industrial Devices unique coaxial reflective optical system.	The HL-G1's state-of-the-art CMOS sensing method allows for high-precision measurement of objects impossible for the conventional PSD method.	By using a wide beam fiber, stable sensing is possible because the incident light intensity varies according to differences in container size.

	Removing Static During Load / Unload Operations Solution: ER-X	Confirming Lead Frame Seating Solution: HL-T1	Confirming Number of IC Pins Solution: FD-EG31 \| FX-MR3	Don't See Your Challenge? We've Got Solutions: 800-280-6933
	The ER-X Series high speed wide area charge removal is a good choice for removing static electricity during the loading and unloading operation on a wafer handling system	The HL-T1005F has a 5mm line beam that measures slight protrusion of lead frames. It can verify seated lead frame before applying the mold press.	The FD-EG31 and FX-MR3 fiber and lens has an ultra small spot diameter of 0.15mm. This small beam has the ability to detect IC pins one by one