Panasonic PM-F45 U-shaped Micro Photoelectric Sensor

Compact, Built-in Amplifier, Through-beam, 6 mm Sensing range, NPN open-collector transistor with 2 outputs (Light-ON and Dark-ON), 5 to 24 V DC Power supply, Infrared LED

The Panasonic PM-F45 is a compact, amplifier-built-in, U-shaped photoelectric sensor from the PM-45 series, with a 6mm sensing distance. It uses a through-beam sensing method, with the emitter and receiver housed within the same U-shaped casing. The sensor features an NPN open-collector output. A PNP output version, the PM-F45-P, is also available.

Key specifications

• Sensor type: U-shaped micro photoelectric sensor
• Sensing method: Through-beam
• Sensing range: 6 mm
• Outputs: NPN open-collector transistor with 2 outputs (Light-ON and Dark-ON).
• Output protection: Incorporated with short-circuit protection.
• Minimum detectable object: 0.8 x 1.2 mm opaque object.
• Response time:
  • 20µs or less (light received).
  • 80µs or less (light interrupted).
• Power supply: 5 to 24 V DC.
• Light source: Infrared LED (peak emission wavelength: 855 nm).
• Enclosure rating: IP64.
• Operating temperature: -25 to +55 °C.
• Connection: 1 meter cable.