Panasonic EX-14 Ultra-slim Photoelectric Sensor

Panasonic EX-14 Photoelectric Sensor – Key Features

1. Sensor Type & Technology

• Through-beam or Retro-reflective models (depends on variant, e.g., EX-14A = Through-beam).
• Red LED light source (650 nm) for visible alignment.
• Ultra-slim housing: 14 mm thickness (space-saving design).

2. Detection Range

• Through-beam: Up to 4 meters (EX-14A).
• Retro-reflective: Up to 2 meters (with reflector, EX-14R).
• Diffuse-reflective: ~300 mm (model-dependent).

3. Electrical Specifications

• Output Type:
  • NPN or PNP (NO/NC selectable via wiring or DIP switches).
• Voltage Range: 12–24V DC (±10%).
• Current Load: ≤ 100 mA (short-circuit protected).
• Response Time: ≤ 1 ms (high-speed detection).

4. Mechanical Design

• Housing: Black ABS plastic (IP67-rated for dust/water resistance).
• Mounting: M4 screws or adhesive backing (tool-free installation).
• Weight: ~20 g (ultra-lightweight).

5. Adjustability & Indicators

• Sensitivity control: Potentiometer or teach-in button (model-dependent).
• LED indicators: Power (green), Output (orange), Alignment aid (red beam).

6. Environmental Ratings

• Operating Temperature: –25°C to +55°C.
• Ambient Light Immunity: ≤ 10,000 Lux (resists sunlight/workshop lighting).

Model Number Decoding (Example: EX-14A1-PN)

• EX-14: Series (14 mm thickness).
• A1: Through-beam emitter.
• PN: PNP output (NN = NPN).
• Suffixes denote beam type (R = Retro-reflective, D = Diffuse).

Typical Applications

✔ Conveyor gap detection (thin-profile mounting).
✔ PCB handling (precision object sensing).
✔ Packaging machines (small-part counting).