The Panasonic FX-551-C2 is a digital Fiber Sensor: Digital Fiber Amplifier, Cable type, NPN.
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.
More Panasonic sensors, PLCs and servo parts: Panasonic range.
Technical data
| Model | FX-551-C2 |
|---|---|
| Series | Digital Fiber Sensor FX-550 |
| Supply voltage | 12 to 24 V DC +10 -15 % Ripple P-P 10 % or less |
| Output: Output operation | Switchable either Light-ON or Dark-ON by L/D mode |
| Output: Short-circuit protection | Incorporated |
| Response time | FAST: 60μs or less, STD: 250μs or less, LONG: 2ms or less, U-LG: 4ms or less, HYPR: 24ms or less, selectable |
| Sensitivity setting | 2-point teaching / Limit teaching / Full-auto teaching / Manual adjustment |
| Incident light sensitivity setting | Incorporated, 4 steps |
| Incident light intensity display range | FAST / STD: 0 to 4,000, LONG: 0 to 8,000, U-LG / HYPR: 0 to 9,999 |
| Timer function | Incorporated with variable OFF-delay / ON-delay / One-shot / switchable either effective or ineffective |
| Protection | IP40(IEC) |
| 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 |
| Shock resistance | 98 m/s² acceleration (10 G approx.) in X, Y and Z directions five times each |
| Emitting element (modulated) | Red LED (Peak emission wavelength: 660 nm) |
| Material | Enclosure, Case cover: Polycarbonate, Switch: Polyacetal |
Key points (per Panasonic)
- Product details: Amplifiers Cable type
- Material: Enclosure, Case cover: Polycarbonate, Switch: Polyacetal
Typical applications
- Detection of small parts with fiber heads
- Replacement of an identical amplifier
- Electronic component and semiconductor equipment
- Packaging and assembly machines
- Multi-channel detection on DIN rails
Compatibility and replacement
Order with the complete Panasonic part number FX-551-C2; suffixes such as P (PNP output) or -C2 (2 m cable) change the version, so check the label of the old amplifier.
If the label of the old part is worn or the model is discontinued, send us a photo and we will confirm the current Panasonic equivalent before quoting.
What to check first
- DIN-rail mounting space
- NPN or PNP output
- Cable or connector connection
Frequently asked questions
What is the protection rating?
IP40(IEC), 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.
What cable does it have?
0.2 mm² 3-core cabtyre cable, 2 m long, according to the Panasonic product data.
Do you supply larger quantities for projects?
Yes. For panel builders, OEMs and plant projects we quote complete lists; send the bill of materials on WhatsApp or through the inquiry form.
Can I get a price and delivery time?
Prices are quoted on request. Send the order number, quantity and delivery country on WhatsApp and we will reply with price and delivery time; air shipping is usually 5 to 7 days once ready, with a 1-year warranty.
Ordering tips
Send us the full order number from the label of the old part, or a clear photo of the label, together with the quantity you need. We check the number against the current manufacturer data before we quote and tell you if there is a newer replacement.
Need it fast? Send the order number, quantity and delivery country on WhatsApp or through the inquiry form and we reply with a quotation the same working day. All parts are new and original, covered by a 1-year warranty, and ship worldwide by air in 5 to 7 days once ready (shipping, payment and warranty). Local agents: Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, Egypt, Oman, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Yemen, Algeria and Jordan.
