The Panasonic FX-502 is a digital Fiber Sensor: Digital Fiber Amplifier, 2-output type.
Panasonic digital fiber sensors are set by teaching and show the incident light level on a dual digital display, so the threshold can be adjusted precisely.
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Technical data
| Model | FX-502 |
|---|---|
| Series | Digital Fiber Sensor FX-500 Ver.2 |
| Supply voltage | 12 to 24 V DC+10-15 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less |
| Output 1, Output 2 | NPN open-collector transistor – Maximum sink current: 50 mA |
| Output 1, Output 2: Output points | 2 points |
| Output 1, Output 2: Output operation | Switchable either Light-ON or Dark-ON by L/D mode |
| Output 1, Output 2: Short-circuit protection | Incorporated |
| Response time | H-SP: 25 micro s or less FAST: 60 micro s or less STD: 250 micro s or less LONG: 2 ms or less U-LG: 4 ms or less HYPR: 24 ms or less, selectable |
| Sensitivity setting | 2-point teaching / Limit teaching / Full-auto teaching / Manual adjustment |
| Incident light intensity display range | H-SP / FAST / STD: 0 to 4,000 LONG: 0 to 8,000 U-LG / HYPR: 0 to 9,999 |
| Emission amount setting function | Incorporated, 3 levels (each level 25 to 100 %) + Auto setting [1 level (25 to 100 %) when using H-SP mode] |
| Interference prevention function | Incorporated |
| درجة الحماية | IP40 (IEC) |
| Ambient temperature | [If 4 to 7 units are mounted in cascade: or if 8 to 16 units are mounted in cascade: ] (No dew condensation or icing allowed), Storage: |
| Vibration resistance | 10 to 150 Hz frequency, 0.75 mm double amplitude (10 G max.) in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each |
Main characteristics
- Product details: 2-output type
- Material: Enclosure, Case cover: Polycarbonate Switch: Polyacetal
Typical applications
- Multi-channel detection on DIN rails
- Packaging and assembly machines
- Detection of small parts with fiber heads
- Replacement of an identical amplifier
- Electronic component and semiconductor equipment
Compatibility and replacement
Order with the complete Panasonic part number FX-502; suffixes such as P (PNP output) or -C2 (2 m cable) change the version, so check the label of the old amplifier.
The values in the table come from the official Panasonic Industry product data; if your old unit shows different values, send us a photo of its label and we will check it.
Replacement checklist
- NPN or PNP output
- Number of outputs and functions
- Compatible fiber units
Frequently asked questions
What is the response time?
H-SP: 25 micro s or less FAST: 60 micro s or less STD: 250 micro s or less LONG: 2 ms or less U-LG: 4 ms or less HYPR: 24 ms or less, selectable, according to the Panasonic product data.
How much does it weigh?
Net weight: 15 g approx. Gross weight: 70 g approx., according to the Panasonic product data.
What supply voltage does it need?
12 to 24 V DC+10-15 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less, according to the Panasonic product data.
Is it new and original?
Yes. We supply new, original parts in the manufacturer packaging, with a 1-year warranty.
Do you ship to my country, and what is the warranty?
Yes. RendatSP ships worldwide from Yiwu, China, by air in 5 to 7 days once the part is ready, and every part carries a 1-year warranty. Send the order number and quantity on WhatsApp and we will reply with a quotation.
Before you order
Compare the complete order number on the old unit with this page, including the suffix: in most ranges the last characters set the coil voltage, current range or version. If the label is worn, send us a photo and we will identify the part.
Every part RendatSP supplies is new and original, carries a 1-year warranty and ships worldwide by air in 5 to 7 days once ready (shipping, payment and warranty). Send us the order number and quantity on WhatsApp or through the inquiry form and we will quote the same working day. Agents in Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, Egypt, Oman, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Yemen, Algeria and Jordan.
