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Digital Fiber Sensor FX-500 Ver.2

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Digital Fiber Sensor FX-500 Series
C-UL-US CE Marking UKCA Korean S Mark

UL/C-UL , CE , Korean S Mark , UKCA Approved
UL : Approved Listing

* There is no change in Model No. and price due to version upgrade.
* Cover opened state is shown.

Features

Improved the operability and visibility of the operation keys

Operation keys (setting switch and MODE key) have been renewed to be easy to operate. Also, the color of the keys has been changed from black to light gray to achieve good visibility in dim light.

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[Upgraded (Ver. 2)]

Upgraded (Ver. 2)

High stability!

When the FX-500 series is used together with our super quality fiber, the incident light intensity variation among units is decreased to only 1/4 of that of conventional models.
By being close to absolute values instead of modified digital values, changes in detection that could not be found in the past can now be monitored.

High stability!

A quality that surpassed that of standard fibers!

New fibers developed using a new manufacturing method adopted by our own factory along with a persistent quality control system.
The basic performance of a standard fiber is greatly enhanced!

A quality that surpassed that of standard fibers!

Max. 25 μs response time

FX-500 with its high response time contributes to improve productivity.

Max. 25 μs response time
Performing minute object detection when using a small diameter fiber is now possible with a high response time and longer sensing range.

HYPR(Hyper) mode incorporated

FX-500 in combination with small diameter fibers which can handle challenging detections, allows long sensing range.

HYPR(Hyper) mode incorporated
Note: When using FD-NFM2.

So accurate! Sharp detection with suppressed hysteresis

FX-500 with its accurate detection catches fractional differences in light intensity, achieving high precision and solving low-hysteresis applications.

Long range detection of small objects with small difference in light intensity [H-02 mode]

Long range detection of small objects with small difference in light intensity [H-02 mode]

Highly accurate detection while avoiding saturation [H-01 mode]

Highly accurate detection while avoiding saturation [H-01 mode]

Flat display with wide viewing angle

The large and high-contrast 7-segment display of high luminance provides clear visibility from a wide angle of view.

Flat display with wide viewing angle

Resolves variation in displayed incident light intensity
Display adjustment setting

The variation in display can be adjusted to random values. This helps to define proper instruction in a work order.

Resolves variation in displayed incident light intensity Display adjustment setting

Stable detection over long and short periods
Stabilized emission amount

The "four-chemical emitting element", which we are the first to incorporate to maintain a stable level of light emission, has now become an industry standard.
FX-500 series continues to adopt the same emitting element as well as the "APC (Auto Power Control) circuit" which improves stability in short periods such as when the power is turned on.

Saves maintenance time
Threshold tracking function

This function performs automatic setting to threshold value by checking the incident light intensity at desired intervals in order to follow the changes in the light amount resulting from changes in the environment over long periods (such as dust). This contributes to reduction in maintenance hours.

■Detect deterioration in light intensity
(e.g. Useful in dusty environment)

Detect deterioration in light intensity
Self-diagnosis can be used with the threshold tracking function for added effectiveness.

Suitable for preventative maintenance
Self-diagnosis output [FX-502(P), FX-505(P)-C2]

FX-502(P) / 505(P)-C2 can set Output 2 as a selfdiagnosis output. When the teaching of Output 1's threshold value is carried out, Output 2 is set concurrently with the setting randomly shifted by the amount of surplus of threshold value. Light intensity deterioration due to fiber breakage or dust accumulation can be notified as an alarm output.

Stable detection while being eco-friendly
Emission power & gain setting

In cases when the incident light intensity is saturated, the light emitting amount can be adjusted to the optimal level by AUTO without changing the response time. This allows stable detection with an optimal S/N ratio and saves energy by controlling the emitting electric current.

 
 
Auto mode (AUTO) and 3-level manual mode (H / M / L [fine-adjustable]) are incorporated.

Detecting a transparent sheet

Detecting a transparent sheet

Built-in logic functions
No PLC necessary, saving material and programming costs

■Logical calculation functions
3 logical calculations (AND, OR, XOR) are available with fiber sensor only. 3 logical operations can be selected against Output 1. Additional controller is not required so both wire-saving and cost reduction can be achieved.

[Calculation of two neighboring amplifiers]

Calculation of two neighboring amplifiers

[Calculation of two outputs in one amplifier](FX-502(P) / 505(P)-C2)

Calculation of two outputs in one amplifier

[Calculation of one amplifier and external input](FX-502(P) / 505(P)-C2)

Calculation of one amplifier and external input

Truth table

A B Logical calculation output (C)
AND OR XOR
ON ON ON ON OFF
OFF ON OFF ON ON
ON OFF OFF ON ON
OFF OFF OFF   OFF

■Equipped with 5 timer types
A wide variety of timer control operations can be carried out by
fiber sensors only.

Timer period: 0.05 ms to 32 s
Output 1 has ON / OFF-delay and ON-delay / One-shot timers are available.

Analog output cable type [FX-505(P)-C2]

To monitor the sensing of objects, a 4 to 20 mA analog current is output in respond to the digital value of the incident light intensity.

■Edge tracking of film or sheet

Edge tracking of film or sheet
The meandering path can be monitored as the light intensity changes.

Smooth setup changes by 8 data banks

The number of data banks used for saving the setup conditions of the amplifirer is increased to eight. Setup conditions can be saved and loaded to make setup changes easy at a worksite where multiple models are manufactured.

Remote control improves work efficiency by external input [FX-502(P), FX-505(P)-C2]

Work efficiency can be improved by operating via PLC output or other external signal.*
*FX-502(P) can operate via external signal when switching from Output 2 to external input.

■Functions operable by external input

Full-auto* / Limit* / 2-point teaching* Display adjustment setting*
Data bank load* / save* Logical calculation (self-unit only)
Emission halt Copying function lock (self-unit only)
* FX-505(P)-C2 can obtain answer back output after external input, when sensing output 2 is set to answer back output mode.

An optical communication function allows sensors to be adjusted simultaneously

The data that is currently set can be copied and saved all at once for all amplifiers connected together from the right side thanks to the optical communication function.
This greatly reduces troublesome setup tasks and makes setup much smoother.

An optical communication function allows sensors to be adjusted simultaneously

No need to specify a main unit or sub unit

All FX-500 amplifiers can be used as either a main unit or a sub unit. Just use a main cable or a sub cable to distinguish the two. This reduces the costs of inventory management.

No need to specify a main unit or sub unit

Wire-saving, space-saving

The quick-connection cables enable reduction in wiring. The connections and man-hours required for the relay terminal block setup can be reduced and valuable space is saved.

Wire-saving, space-saving
* Connection of up to 16 units with FX-400 / DPS-400 / LS-400 is possible.
* Up to 12 sensors in optical communication.

Network communication

Connection to CC-Link IE Field / CC-Link / DeviceNet / EtherCAT open network is possible through the communication unit for open network, SC-GU3 series.
Monitoring or setting changes can be carried out via a PLC, PC, etc.

Network communication
* CC-Link IE Field and CC-Link are trademarks of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, and are controlled by the CC-Link Partner Association.
DeviceNet is a registered trademark of Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA), Inc.
EtherCAT is a registered trademark of Beckhoff Automation GmbH.

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