Name: Panasonic EX-15 Ultra-Slim Photoelectric Sensor - INOSAKI
SKU: Pananonic-EX-15
Price: 154.80 USD
Availability: InStock

Technical Overview

Compact thru-beam sensor (10x14.5x3.5mm) with 150mm range, 0.5ms response, and IP67 rating, ideal for precise small part detection in tight spaces.

Key Features

Space-saving 10 mm (W) × 14.5 mm (H) × 3.5 mm (D) body.
Thru-beam sensing method.
150 mm (5.906 in) sensing range.
Detects opaque objects as small as ø1 mm (ø0.039 in).
NPN open-collector output.
IP67 protection rating for harsh environments.
High-speed response time of 0.5 ms or less.
Wide operating ambient temperature range of -25 to +55 °C (-13 to +131 ℉).
Red LED for easy beam alignment and two-color indicator (orange for operation, green for stability).
Mountable with M3 screws.
Incorporates short-circuit protection.
Supply voltage 12 to 24 V DC ±10% (Ripple P-P 10% or less).

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Sensing Method	Thru-beam
Sensing Range	150 mm (5.906 in)
Minimum Sensing Object	ø1 mm (ø0.039 in) opaque object
Supply Voltage	12 to 24 V DC ±10% (Ripple P-P 10% or less)
Current Consumption	25 mA or less
Output Type	NPN open-collector transistor
Maximum Sink Current	100 mA
Applied Output Voltage	30 V DC or less
Residual Output Voltage	2 V or less (at 100 mA sink current), 1 V or less (at 16 mA sink current)
Short-circuit Protection	Incorporated
Response Time	0.5 ms or less
Protection Rating	IP67 (IEC)
Ambient Operating Temperature	-25 to +55 ℃ (-13 to +131 ℉)
Ambient Storage Temperature	-30 to +70 ℃ (-22 to +158 ℉)
Ambient Humidity	35 to 85 % RH (Operating and Storage)
Ambient Illuminance	Incandescent light: 3,000 lx or less at the light-receiving face
Voltage Withstandability	1,000 V AC for 1 min (between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure)
Insulation Resistance	20 MΩ or more (with 250 V DC megger between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure)
Vibration Resistance	10 to 500 Hz frequency, 3 mm (0.118 in) double amplitude (20 G max.) in X, Y, Z directions for 2 hours each
Shock Resistance	500 m/s² acceleration (50 G approx.) in X, Y, Z directions 3 times each
Emitting Element	Red LED (Peak emission wavelength: 680 nm, modulated)
Enclosure Material	Polyarylate
Lens Material	Polyarylate
Cable Type	0.1 mm² 3-core (emitter: 2-core) cabtyre cable
Cable Length	2 m (6.562 ft)
Cable Extension	Up to total 100 m (328 ft) with 0.3 mm² or more cable
Physical Weight (kg)	0.06
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	1.45 x 1 x 0.35

Industrial Applications

1. Precision Small Part Verification on Automated Lines

The EX-15's ability to detect objects as small as ø1 mm with a 0.5 ms response time makes it ideal for verifying the presence or absence of tiny components (e.g., screws, electronic pins) moving rapidly through an automated assembly or inspection station. Its ultra-slim profile allows integration into crowded machinery without interference.

Problem Solved

Ensures accurate assembly and prevents defects caused by missing or misaligned small components in high-speed manufacturing processes.

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2. Robotic Gripper Jaw Position and Part Presence Sensing

Its compact size (3.5 mm thickness) and 150 mm sensing range enable the EX-15 to be integrated directly into the jaws or tooling of robotic grippers. This allows for precise confirmation of gripper open/closed positions and the reliable detection of part presence within the gripper, even in dusty or wet environments due to its IP67 rating.

Problem Solved

Provides critical feedback for robotic manipulation tasks, preventing damage to parts or machinery from improper gripping, and ensuring successful material handling in harsh industrial settings.

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3. Wafer Cassette/PCB Positioning in Semiconductor Manufacturing

The EX-15's ultra-slim form factor and ø1 mm minimum object detection capacity are perfectly suited for the delicate and space-constrained environments of semiconductor or PCB manufacturing. It can accurately confirm the position of thin wafer cassettes or circuit boards within process equipment, ensuring precise alignment during fabrication steps. The 12-24V DC operation is standard for such industrial control systems.

Problem Solved

Guarantees critical alignment and prevents costly errors in sensitive electronics manufacturing processes where minimal footprint and high precision are paramount.

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