Keyence FU-31 Fiber Optic Sensor Automation Industry
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Keyence FU-31 Fiber Optic Sensor
Product Overview
Main Functions
- Micro-Object High-Precision Detection
Under optimal conditions, the sensor can detect ultra-small objects as fine as a 0.005 mm diameter gold wire, making it ideal for inspecting delicate components like semiconductor leads, electronic chip bonding wires, and micro-mechanical parts. It supports reliable presence/absence checks and position verification of tiny targets in tight spaces.
- Space-Saving Side-Emitting Detection
The side-emitting beam direction eliminates the need for direct line-of-sight installation, allowing the sensor to be mounted in narrow gaps, around machine fixtures, or on the side of compact equipment. This function is critical for applications where traditional top-emitting sensors cannot fit due to mechanical constraints.
- Flexible Installation and Cable Customization
The 2-meter fiber cable is free-cut, enabling users to trim it to the exact length required for their setup, reducing cable clutter and optimizing sensor layout. The dual-core fiber (ø1.0 mm × 2) ensures efficient light transmission, while the R10 mm minimum bend radius provides greater installation flexibility compared to standard fiber sensors.
- Harsh Environment Adaptability
It operates stably within a temperature range of -40°C to +70°C, suitable for high-temperature manufacturing processes, cold storage inspection lines, and outdoor industrial applications. The durable polymer cable jacket and stainless steel sleeve resist mechanical wear, vibration, and minor chemical exposure, ensuring long-term reliability.
- Seamless Amplifier Compatibility and System Integration
When paired with Keyence fiber optic amplifiers, it converts light-intensity variations into digital signals that can be easily integrated with PLCs, HMIs, and other industrial control systems. It also supports mutual interference suppression when multiple sensors are deployed in close proximity, maintaining signal integrity in high-density detection setups.
Technical Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | Side-emitting reflective fiber optic sensor unit |
| Beam Direction | Side-emitting |
| Fiber Configuration | Dual-core (transmission + reception), ø1.0 mm diameter × 2 |
| Fiber Cable Length | 2 m (free-cut to custom length) |
| Minimum Bend Radius | R10 mm (prevents signal degradation during installation) |
| Minimum Detectable Object | 0.005 mm diameter gold wire (under optimal detection parameters) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +70°C (no condensation) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Housing Material | Stainless steel (sleeve section); durable polymer (cable jacket) |
| Light Source Compatibility | Optimized for red LED light sources (640 nm wavelength, matching Keyence amplifiers) |
| Mechanical Durability | Resistant to vibration, shock, and minor chemical exposure |
Product Dimensions and Weight
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Fiber Cable Diameter | ø1.0 mm × 2 (dual-core parallel structure) |
| Fiber Cable Length | 2 m (free-cut) |
| Sleeve Dimensions | Compact stainless steel sleeve, designed for side-mounting in narrow spaces |
| Weight | Approximately 5 g (including sensor head and 2 m cable) |
| Mounting Method | Sleeve-type mounting, compatible with standard industrial brackets and fixtures for side-position installation |
| Cable Connector | Pre-terminated connector for direct, secure connection to Keyence fiber optic amplifiers |
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