F&C U-shaped/Slot-type Photoelectric Sensor FC-SPX310

The FC-SPX310 is a U-shaped or slot-type photoelectric sensor manufactured by F&C. It uses an infrared through-beam to detect the presence or absence of an object within its 10mm slot. This sensor is commonly used in industrial automation for counting, positioning, and other detection applications.

Specifications

• Detection distance: 10mm.
• Detection method: Through-beam.
• Detection object: Opaque objects as small as 2 x 0.8 mm.
• Light source: 940 nm infrared modulated light.
• Response frequency: 500 Hz.
• Power supply: 5–24 VDC (±10%).
• Output type: 4-wire NPN or PNP (normally open and normally closed).
• Certification: CE and RoHS compliant.
• Housing material: ABS + PC.
• Connection: Available with a 2-meter cable (3 or 4 wires) or an M8 connector.
• Features:
  • Equipped with an LED indicator to show its working status.
  • Designed for reliable performance, with minimal interference from ambient light.

Common applications

The FC-SPX310's compact size and high-speed detection make it suitable for a variety of tasks in industrial settings.

• Automation equipment: For detecting parts moving on a conveyor.
• Robotics: As a positional sensor.
• Assembly lines: For counting products or verifying part placement.
• Packaging machinery: For managing a material's flow.