Keyence FU-31 Side – Emitting Reflective Fiber Optic Sensor Unit
Product Overview
Main Functions
- High – Precision Micro – Object Detection
It can detect ultra – small objects, with the minimum detectable object being a 0.005 mm diameter gold wire when the detection distance and sensitivity are set to their optimal states. This makes it highly suitable for precision tasks like semiconductor lead frame inspection and fine wire bonding detection in the electronics manufacturing industryKEYENCE INTERNATIONAL (BELGIUM) NV/SA.
- Space – Saving Side – Emitting Detection
The side – emitting beam direction allows the sensor to be mounted in narrow gaps, around machine components, or on the sides of small fixtures. It is perfect for applications where the detection position is constrained by the mechanical layout of the equipment, such as in the internal detection of small – size electronic devices.
- Flexible Installation and Customization
The 2 – meter fiber cable is free – cut, enabling users to adjust the cable length according to the actual installation distance, thus reducing cable clutter and optimizing the sensor layout. The dual – core fiber (ø1.0 mm × 2) ensures efficient light transmission, and the minimum bend radius of R10 mm provides more installation flexibility compared to other fiber sensors with larger bend radius requirementsKEYENCE INTERNATIONAL (BELGIUM) NV/SA.
- Harsh Environment Adaptability and Amplifier Compatibility
It can operate stably within a wide temperature range of – 40°C to + 70°C, making it applicable in high – temperature production processes, cold storage facilities, and outdoor industrial settings. It is fully compatible with Keyence fiber optic amplifiers, which can convert light intensity changes into digital signals for seamless integration with PLCs, HMIs, and other control systems, ensuring reliable signal transmission and processingKEYENCE INTERNATIONAL (BELGIUM) NV/SA.
- Mutual Interference Suppression
When used in combination with compatible Keyence amplifiers, it can effectively suppress mutual interference when multiple sensors are installed in close proximity. This maintains signal integrity in high – density detection setups, such as on multi – station assembly lines.
Technical Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | Side – emitting reflective fiber optic sensor unit |
| Beam Emitting Direction | Side |
| Fiber Configuration | Dual – core (transmission + reception), ø1.0 mm diameter × 2 |
| Fiber Length | 2 m (free – cut) |
| Minimum Bend Radius | R10 mm |
| Minimum Detectable Object | 0.005 mm diameter gold wire (under optimal detection conditions) |
| Operating Temperature | – 40°C to + 70°C (no condensation) |
| Storage Temperature | – 40°C to + 85°C |
| Housing Material | Stainless steel (sleeve part), durable polymer (cable jacket) |
| Light Compatibility | Optimized for red LED light sources (640 nm wavelength, compatible with Keyence amplifiers) |
| Mechanical Durability | Resistant to vibration, shock, and minor chemical exposure, ensuring long – term stable operation |
Product Dimensions and Weight
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Fiber Cable Diameter | ø1.0 mm × 2 (dual – core parallel configuration) |
| Fiber Cable Length | 2 m (free – cut) |
| Sleeve Length | Standard compact size for side – mounting |
| Weight | Approximately 5 g (including fiber cable and sensor head) |
| Mounting Method | Suitable for sleeve – type mounting, compatible with standard brackets and fixtures for side – position installation |
| Cable Connector | Pre – terminated for direct and secure connection to Keyence fiber optic amplifiers |
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