CX-491-P-C5 Datasheet/PDFOptical Sensors - Photoelectric, Industrial
The CX-491-P-C5 is a type of optical sensor, a device designed to detect the presence or absence of an object using light. The CX-491-P-C5 belongs to the photoelectric sensor family, which are often used in industrial automation due to their accuracy and reliability. Specifically, the CX-491-P-C5 is a digital diffuse reflective photoelectric sensor, meaning that it is capable of detecting and distinguishing objects in its field of view based solely on the reflected light intensity.
The CX-491-P-C5 operates at a visible red-light wavelength between 650 and 850 nanometers. The photodetector inside the CX-491-P-C5 uses a silicon photodiode, which is sensitive to the specific wavelengths of light the CX-491-P-C5 emits. To determine object presence or absence, the photodetector measures the amount of reflected light and filters out any ambient light. The CX-491-P-C5 output is a 10-50 millisecond pulsed output, typically delivered as a normally open, normally closed, or changeover circuit.
The CX-491-P-C5 typically has an operating range of up to 1.5 meters, allowing it to detect the presence or absence of an object even in relatively large, complex industrial environments. Thanks to its long range, the CX-491-P-C5 can be used for a variety of industrial automation applications such as packaging and parts sorting, conveyor systems, automated inspection, and metal forming. The CX-491-P-C5 is also well suited for robotics, where it can be used to identify objects or detect their presence or absence.
Due to its digital design and pulsed output, the CX-491-P-C5 is a reliable and accurate sensor, making it a popular choice for industrial automation applications. The CX-491-P-C5 is also highly resistant to electrical and environmental interference due to its protective construction and EMI protection circuitry. Its versatile design makes the CX-491-P-C5 suitable for both clean and dusty environments, and its compact size makes it easy to integrate into existing production lines and equipment.
The CX-491-P-C5 is a powerful and reliable optical sensor, and its combination of accuracy, reliability, and versatility make it a great choice for any industrial automation application.