Panasonic CN-73-C1 Quick-Connection Sensor Cable

Technical Overview

1m, 3-core quick-connection cable with wire-to-board connector for Panasonic FX-series fiber optic sensors. Features 0.2mm² conductors and ø3.3mm OD.

Key Features

Quick-connection cable for industrial sensors.
Features a 3-core cabtyre cable construction.
Equipped with a wire-to-board connector on one end and a free end on the other.
Cable length of 1 meter (approximately 3.28 feet).
Conductor cross-section of 0.2 mm².
Compatible with Panasonic FX-300 and FX-500 series fiber optic sensors.
Durable construction ensures reliable signal transmission.
RoHS Compliant.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Cable Length (Metric)	1 m
Cable Length (Imperial)	3.28 ft
Number of Positions	3 Positions
Cable Type	3-core cabtyre cable
Conductor Cross-section	0.2 mm²
Cable Outer Diameter	ø3.3 mm
Connector Type A	Wire to Board Connector
Connector Type B	Free End
Product Range Compatibility	FX-300 Series, FX-551, FX-501(P) Sensors
Physical Weight (kg)	0
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	100 x 0.33 x 0.33

Industrial Applications

1. Industrial Machine Sensor Integration

Integrating new Panasonic FX-series fiber optic sensors into custom-built industrial machinery. The CN-73-C1 cable provides the necessary 1-meter length and 3-core wiring for power, ground, and signal, directly connecting the sensor to a control board via the wire-to-board connector.

Problem Solved

Eliminates the need for custom cable assembly and ensures compatibility with Panasonic sensors, simplifying wiring and reducing installation time for robust sensor integration in new machinery.

Fiber optic sensorIndustrial automationControl systemWire-to-boardCustom machinerySensor integration

2. Automated Production Line Sensor Replacement

Replacing a damaged quick-connection cable for an FX-300 series fiber optic sensor on an active automated production line. The 1m length and pre-terminated wire-to-board connector allow for a quick and direct swap, minimizing downtime.

Problem Solved

Provides a readily available, exact replacement cable for Panasonic fiber optic sensors, facilitating rapid repair and ensuring continuity of sensor operation in time-sensitive manufacturing environments.

Production linePreventative maintenanceSensor replacementDowntime reductionQuick-connectionIndustrial repair

3. Robotics and Motion Control Wiring

Wiring a compact fiber optic sensor on a robotic arm or end-effector where space is limited. The small outer diameter (ø3.3mm) of the CN-73-C1 cable allows for flexible routing through tight spaces, while the 3-core configuration handles essential sensor connections.

Problem Solved

Enables the use of fiber optic sensors in confined or moving robotic applications by offering a compact, flexible, and precisely specified connection cable, maintaining reliable data transmission without bulky wiring.

Robotic armEnd-effectorCompact designMotion controlFiber optic sensingCable routing