Panasonic CN-73-C5 3-Core 5m Quick-Connection Sensor Cable

Technical Overview

3-core, 5-meter quick-connection cable for Panasonic/SunX FX-series sensors. Features quick-disconnect connector and wire leads for reliable connectivity.

Key Features

Quick-connection cable
3-core (3 circuits) configuration
5 meters (16.4 feet) length
Compatible with Panasonic/SunX FX-501, FX-502, FX-301 series sensors
One end with FX-500 type connector, other end with wire leads
Cable outer diameter: Ø3.3 mm (Ø0.130 in)
0.2 mm² cross-sectional area

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Cable Length	5 m
Number of Cores	3
Cable Outer Diameter	3.3 mm (0.130 in)
Conductor Cross-sectional Area	0.2 mm²
Connector Type (End 1)	FX-500 Quick-Connection
Connector Type (End 2)	Wire Leads
Primary Brand	Panasonic
Secondary Brand	SunX
Compatibility	Panasonic/SunX FX-501, FX-502, FX-301 series
Physical Weight (kg)	0
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	500 x 0.33 x 0.33

Industrial Applications

1. Automated Production Line Sensor Integration

Connecting a Panasonic FX-501 fiber optic sensor to a controller in an automated assembly line where sensors are frequently moved or replaced. The 5m length provides flexibility for sensor placement, while the quick-connection feature minimizes downtime during sensor replacement or maintenance, crucial in fast-paced production environments. The 3-core design is standard for many industrial sensors (e.g., power, ground, signal).

Problem Solved

Minimizes sensor replacement downtime and offers flexible placement in dynamic production environments.

AutomationSensor IntegrationQuick DisconnectProduction EfficiencyFiber Optic Sensor3-wire connection

2. Robotic Arm End-Effector Wiring

Providing reliable electrical connection for a small sensor (e.g., proximity or photo-electric) mounted on a robotic arm's end-effector. The compact cable outer diameter of Ø3.3 mm allows for routing within the confined spaces of a robotic arm without impeding motion. The 5m length offers sufficient reach for the robot's full range of motion, and the compatibility with FX-series sensors ensures seamless integration with common industrial sensing solutions.

Problem Solved

Enables neat and flexible sensor wiring in confined and moving robotic applications.

RoboticsEnd-EffectorSensor ConnectivityCompact DesignFlexible WiringIndustrial Automation

3. Modular Machine Design Interconnection

Interconnecting a modular machine section containing Panasonic FX-series sensors to a main control cabinet. The quick-connection nature of the cable facilitates rapid assembly and disassembly of modular machine sections, speeding up installation, reconfiguration, and maintenance. The 5m length is suitable for connecting adjacent modules or a module to a nearby control box, simplifying the overall machine architecture and reducing wiring errors.

Problem Solved

Facilitates rapid assembly, reconfiguration, and maintenance of modular industrial machines.

Modular MachinesRapid DeploymentMachine ReconfigurationSensor InterconnectionIndustrial ControlsPreventative Maintenance