Panasonic FX-551P-C2 Digital Fiber Sensor Amplifier

USD 46.80

High-performance digital fiber amplifier with PNP output, 60µs response time, and IP40 protection for precise detection in challenging industrial environments.

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Panasonic FX-551P-C2 Digital Fiber Sensor Amplifier

Model Identifier FX-551P-C2
Official Part Number FX-551P-C2
GTIN Standard NA

Technical Overview

High-performance digital fiber amplifier with PNP output, 60µs response time, and IP40 protection for precise detection in challenging industrial environments.

Key Features

  • PNP open-collector transistor output type with 100 mA maximum source current
  • Selectable response times: FAST (60µs), STD (250µs), LONG (2ms), U-LG (4ms), HYPR (24ms)
  • Multiple sensitivity setting methods: 2-point teaching, Limit teaching, Full-auto teaching, Manual adjustment
  • Incorporated timer functions with variable OFF-delay, ON-delay, and One-shot modes
  • Different frequency interference prevention function for cascading up to 4 units
  • Red LED emitting element with a peak emission wavelength of 660 nm
  • Robust IP40 degree of protection against ingress
  • Wide operating ambient temperature range of -10 to +55 ℃ (+14 to +131 ℉)
  • Comes with a 2-meter long, 0.2 mm² 3-core cabtyre cable
  • High emission power and extended sensing range (1.6x longer than conventional models)

Features three times higher emission power and 1.6 times longer sensing range than conventional models, ideal for dusty areas or small slit detection.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Part NumberFX-551P-C2
Product TypeDigital Fiber Sensor Amplifier
Supply Voltage12 to 24 V DC +10-15 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less
Power Consumption (Normal)960 mW or less (current consumption 40 mA or less at 24 V supply voltage)
Power Consumption (ECO mode)680 mW or less (current consumption 28 mA or less at 24 V supply voltage)
Output TypePNP open-collector transistor
Maximum Source Current100 mA
Applied Output Voltage30 V DC or less (between output and +V)
Residual Output Voltage2 V or less (at maximum source current)
Response Time (FAST)60μs or less
Response Time (STD)250μs or less
Response Time (LONG)2ms or less
Response Time (U-LG)4ms or less
Response Time (HYPR)24ms or less
IP RatingIP40 (IEC)
Operating Ambient Temperature-10 to +55 ℃ (+14 to +131 ℉)
Storage Ambient Temperature-20 to +70 ℃ (-4 to +158 ℉)
Vibration Resistance10 to 150 Hz frequency, 0.75 mm double amplitude (10 G max.) in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each
Shock Resistance98 m/s² acceleration (10 G approx.) in X, Y and Z directions five times each
Emitting ElementRed LED (Peak emission wavelength: 660 nm)
Enclosure/Case Cover MaterialPolycarbonate
Switch MaterialPolyacetal
Cable Type0.2 mm² 3-core cabtyre cable
Cable Length2 m
Physical Weight (kg)0.06
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)7.78 x 1 x 3.2

Industrial Applications

1. High-Speed Object Detection on Production Lines

The FX-551P-C2 can be integrated into high-speed manufacturing and packaging lines to accurately detect small or fast-moving parts, such as components on a conveyor belt or products within machinery.

Problem Solved

Prevents production errors and ensures precise sorting or counting due to its rapid response time (as fast as 60 µs) and ability to detect through small slits or in dusty environments with its high emission power.

High-speed detectionProduction lineAutomationConveyor beltSmall partsRapid response60 µsHigh emission powerSmall slit detection

2. Material Handling in Dusty Industrial Environments

This fiber optic amplifier is suitable for material handling systems in environments where dust or airborne particles are prevalent, such as woodworking shops, textile factories, or bulk material processing plants.

Problem Solved

Ensures reliable presence detection and position sensing even in challenging atmospheric conditions, minimizing false triggers and downtime, thanks to its high emission power, extended sensing range, and robust IP40 protection.

Dusty environmentMaterial handlingPresence detectionPosition sensingIndustrial automationIP40High emission powerExtended sensing range

3. Assembly Verification in Compact Machinery

The FX-551P-C2 can be used for verifying the presence or correct positioning of components within intricate or densely packed assembly machines, where physical access is limited and high precision is required.

Problem Solved

Its compact dimensions (10 mm width, 77.8 mm length, 32 mm height) allow it to fit into confined spaces, while its teaching functions (2-point, limit, full-auto) and high sensitivity enable accurate verification of small or difficult-to-detect features, preventing assembly defects.

Assembly verificationCompact machineryConfined spacesSmall component detectionPrecision sensing10 x 77.8 x 32 mmTeaching functionsHigh sensitivity
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