FIBER-OPTIC SENSORS
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Precision and performanceyou can rely onFor over 30 years OMRON has been a supplier of fiberoptic solutions to leading manufacturers, especiallyin the semiconductor, the consumer electronicsand the car electronics industry, as well as for foodpackaging and small plastic parts production.Today, already with over 500 standard, applicationor customer specific fiber optic sensors, we take pridein working together with you to ensure the bestperformance fit for your application.Our global manufacturing network for fiber optic sensorsin Ayabe (Japan), Shanghai (China) and Nufringen(Germany) focuses on continuously optimising methodsfor small and large volume production, applying stringentThe requirements for fiber optic solutions can bevery demanding particularly for applications withextreme temperatures and aggressive chemicalsfor applications requiring highest precision incombination with limited mounting space or forapplications requiring the reliable detection ofa wide range of objects with different materials,shapes or colours.quality control procedures, and expanding productionportfolio and flexibility to meet our customers’ demandsfor flexibility, operational reliability, high accuracy andbest application fit of our fiber optic sensors. Our goal isto provide precision and performance you can rely on.
Performance that makes a differenceLong operational lifetimeEnsuring that products do not fail duringproduction and require only minimal serviceattention enhances productivity and reducesmaintenance costs.2. Preventing fiber breakage Housing construction preventing protrudingcables (e.g. square shape, side view models) High flex fibers with 1 mm bending radius forclose wall mounting Robot fibers tested with more than one millionbending cycles1. Models with enhanced protection and testedresistance against harsh environments Tested resistance against aggressivechemicals, extreme temperatures, lowpressure (vacuum), mechanical abuse Protective metal or plastic tubes3. Operational stability LED power control against aging effects Auto-threshold control for enhancedcompensation of power decrease, e.g. throughdirt on lensesEasy to set up and adjustWith minimal time required for mounting thefibers the productivity can be enhanced formachine builders and the easy setting of theamplifiers simplifies production changes formachine users.2. Wide range of easy-to-mount fibers One-screw-mount fibers with hexagonal back Square shapes for simple surface mounting Side view for simple alignment Application-optimised housings (e.g. forkshape for label and foil detection, tube forliquid level detection, etc.)1. Easy-teach amplifiers or manual adjusters Easy manual adjustment by potentiometer One-button auto teach for in-process dynamicteaching, or two-point object teachingHigh accuracy in smallest sizeOMRON’s precise manufacturing processes withinspection system supported alignment of thefibers and lenses achieve minimal tolerancevariations in all standard models and allow thedetection of the smallest objects and heightdifferences of less than 100 μm. High beam axis accuracy for side view modelsthrough precise fiber bending or angle mirrorsurface treatment High spot evaluation precision on coaxialmodels through equal fiber distribution Accurate distance setting through precise lensand beam alignment
The little extraFor your advanced application requirements, adaption tospecific settings, or special solutions, our sales, applicationand engineering teams near you will provide additional serviceand support.what can we do for you?Application solution support Advanced connectivity and communicationProduct selection and configuration support for best Remote teachapplication fit and value for money Online parameter monitoringBest practice tips & tricks for highest operational stability Connecting the amplifiers via field busProduct modifications Fiber length, material and type adaptations Fiber head material modificationsSpecial solutions Application-specific configurations of focal lens,mounting head and fiber type Application-specific software, or parameterpre-configurations
Choose the performance you needSTEP 1: The fiber optic sensor headsGeneral applicationmedfast8slowvery fastStandard cylindricalSquare shapeMiniatureLong distanceEnhanced environment resistance400 C4016 C0Chemical resistantHeat resistantVacuum resistantSpecial objects or installationsdfastvery fastslowmeRobotic usagePrecision detectionArea monitoringSpecial detection400 C2640Accessories20 C0dftubes,astLenses, protectivereflectors, installation aidsmeslowvery fastSTEP 2: The amplifiersfastEasy usage amplifierfast C0Easy-teach0 C0 Cfastdfastvery fast400 Cmeslowd40very fastslowmevery fastvery fastfastPotentiometer adjuster400 C40Advanced functionality amplifiers C0400 C40 C0 C04040medfastHigh Functionality31very fastslow C0very fast0 C27High speedColour mark detectionDouble amplifier40 C0dfastSTEP 3: The little extra C0very fast40The little extraslowme400 CApplication solution support, advanced connectivity and communication, modificationsand special solutions.400 CInfrared LED40 C0
Selection tableFiber sensor headsTypeCylindricalSquare shapeMiniatureLonger distanceChemical resistantModelE32 standard cylindricalE32 square shapeE32 miniatureE32 longer distanceE32 chemical resistantKey features Standard and high-flexfibers Sizes M3 to M6 3 or 4 mm thin housing Models in X,Y or Z-axis Direct mounting withoutbracket Sizes from dia 500 μm to3 mm Bendable sleeves Built in focal lenses Fluoroplastic cover orcoatingThrough-beam1,550 mm1,550 mm1,550 mm20 m4mRetro-reflective250 mm––1.5 m–Diffuse-reflective650 mm600 mm600 mm1.4 m350 mmPage810121416Note:All sensing distances measured with E3X-DA-SE-S. Longer sensing distances up to 80% can be achieved with E3X-DA-S.Fiber amplifiersTypeEasy teach/double displayEasy teach/single displayPotentiometer adjusterHigh performanceDouble amplifierModelE3X-HDE3X-SDE3X-NAE3NX-FAE3X-MDA361 PROLITELITEPROplusn.a.Key features Easy operation bysmart tuning Dynamic power control Fieldbus connectivity 1 button object teaching Easy adjustment by Auto teach during operation potentiometer High functionality signal 2 inputs and AND, OR signalprocessing (timer, counter,comparisondynamic power control, etc. High signal resolution Increased sensing distance Double output/externalinput Fieldbus connectivityResponse time (min.)1 ms(50 μs in super-high-speedmode)1 ms200 μs1 ms(30 μs in super-high-speedmode)1 ms(130 μs in high speed mode)Page27303132356
Fiber optic sensors and amplifiersHeat resistantVacuum resistantRobot applicationsPrecision detectionArea monitoringSpecial applicationE32 heat resistantE32 vacuum resistantE32 robotE32 precision detectionE32 area monitoringE32 special Heat resistant up to 400 C Leakage rate of1 10-10 Pa*m3/s max Free moving multicore fibers Detection accuracyfor 1 Mio bending cyclesup to 100 μm Coaxial fibers Adjustable focal points Area monitoringup to 70 mm Detection of special objects(wafer, liquid level, flat glass,print mark .)3m950 mm1,350 mm3.8 m4m3.8 m––––––500 mm–350 mm600 mm300 mm20 mm171920212324High speedColor/print mark detectionInfrared LEDE3X-NA-FE3X-DAC-SE3X-DAH-Sn.a.n.a.n.a. Short turn on time of 20 μs White LED and RGB ratiocomparison Infrared LED20 μs1 ms(60 μs in super high speedmode)1ms(55 μs in super high speedmode)3637397
E32 Standard cylindricalFiber sensor headsStandard cylindrical fiber sensor headsThe standard cylindrical fiber optic sensor heads provide reliable object detection,easy installation and long sensor lifetime for all general applications. High-flex fibers and 90 cable exit for fiber breakage prevention Models with hexagonal head for simplified one-nut mounting Sizes M3 to M6Ordering informationSensor typeSizeSensing distance (in mm)*1Standard fibereasyeasyeasy*18tmountmountmounOrder codeHigh-flex fiberE3X-HDE3NX-FAE3X-HDE3NX-FAStandard fiberHigh-flex fiberM41550230014001400E32-TC200 2ME32-T11R 2MM3450670130190E32-TC200E 2ME32-T21R 2Mdia 4 mm15002300–E32-ETC220 2M–M4–M6–M610001500–E32-T11N 2M–12001800–E32-LR11NP 2M250370–E32-R21–M6600900550820E32-DC200 2ME32-D11R 2MM41602406090E32-D211 2ME32-D211R 2MM3160240150220E32-DC200E 2ME32-D21R 2MM6–350520–E32-D11N 2MM4–350520–E32-D21N 2Mdia 6 mm220100150E32-D14L 2ME32-D14LR 2MSensing distance measured with Standard Mode300
E32 Standard cylindricalFiber sensor headsStandardE32- C200E32- C220Permissible bending radiusR25Cut to lengthYesHigh FlexE32-D14LE32-D211E32-R21R10Ambient temperature–40 C to 70 ethylene coatingDegree of protectionE32- C200EStainless steelBrass-nickelplatedE32- RE32-T11NE32-D11NE32-D14LRE32-D211RR1Stainless steelPlastic (ABS)Brass-nickelplatedE32-LR11NPR2Stainless steelBrass-nickel platedPVC coatingIEC 60529 IP67Hi-flex multicore fibers for flexibility ininstallation without fiber breakageE32-D21N1ItemFiber – generalSpecificationsIP50Models with hexagonal back for simpleone-nut mountingCable exit shifted by 90 for preventing fiberbreakage9
E32 Square shapeFiber sensor headsSquare shape fiber sensor headsThe fiber heads in square shaped housing provide fast and easy installation on flat surfaces. Models with sensing direction in X, Y or Z axis 3 or 4mm thick housings for minimal height requirement Standard or high-flex fibersOrdering informationSensor typeLongLong*110holeSize in mm(standard /high-flex)Sensing distance (in mm)*1E3X-HDE3NX-FAE3X-HDE3NX-FA15 8 3 /15 10 415501550140015 8 3950140015 8 3 /15 9 4950140013 9 4holeStandard fiberOrder codeHigh-flex fiberStandard fiberHigh-flex fiber2100E32-T15X 2ME32-ETS10R 2M450670E32-T15Y 2ME32-T15YR 2M13001800E32-T15Z 2ME32-ETS14R 2M–13001800–E32-ET15YR 2M–13001800–E32-ET15ZR 2M15 10 3600900350520E32-D15X 2ME32-D15XR 2M15 10 3200300100150E32-D15Y 2ME32-D15YR 2M15 10 3 /13 6 2.3200300100150E32-D15Z 2ME32-EDS24R 2M24.5 10 3–17802600–E32-A03-1 2M21 9 2–6801000–E32-A04-1 2MSensing distance measured with Standard Mode
E32 Square shapeFiber sensor headsItemStandardHigh flexE32-A03Permissible bending radiusR25R10Cut to lengthYesMaterialE32-A04E32-EE32- 15 RR11E32- 15Ambient temperatureFiber – generalSpecifications–40 C to 70 CHeadAluminiumFiberPMMASheathPolyethylene coatingDegree of protectionBrass-nickel platedIEC 60529 IP67Stainless steelAluminiumPVC coatingIEC 60529 IP50IEC 60529 IP6790 Space saving and fast mounting withoutadditional bracketsPrecise positioning during manufacturing for90 optics to achieve minimal tolerancevariations in optical output axis angle11
E32 MiniatureFiber sensor headsMiniature fiber sensor headsThe miniature fiber heads provide high accuracy in smallest spaces and reliabledetection of minute objects. Sizes from dia 500 μm to 3 mm Side view models with precision axis alignment for highest accuracy Bendable sleeves for precision positioningOrdering informationSensor typeSizeSensing distance (in mm)*1Standard fiberaBendble sleevele sleabBend*1*2*312eveOrder codeHigh-flex fiberE3X-HDE3NX-FAE3X-HDE3NX-FAStandard fiberHigh-flex fiberdia 3 mm1550230010001500E32-T12 2ME32-T12R 2Mdia 2 mm450670250370E32-T22 2ME32-T22R 2Mdia 1.5 mm450670450670E32-T222 2ME32-T222R 2Mdia 1 mm–250370–E32-T223R 2Mdia 3 mm9501420450670E32-T14L 2ME32-T14LR 2Mdia 2 mm6801020–E32-A04 2M–dia 1 mm250370100150E32-T24E32-T24R 2Mdia 1.2 mm1550230010001500E32-TC200B*2E32-TC200BR*2dia 0.9 mm450670250370E32-TC200F*2E32-TC200FR*2dia 3 mm1602406090E32-D22 2ME32-D22R 2Mdia 2 mm15022080120E32-D32 2ME32-D32R 2Mdia 1.5 mm–6090–E32-D22B 2Mdia 2 mm60903040E32-D24E32-D24R 2Mdia 2.5 mm600900350520E32-DC200B 2M*2 *3 E32-DC200BR *2 *3dia 1.2 mm1602406090E32-DC200F*2E32-DC200FR*2dia 0.8 mm––3040–E32-D33 2Mdia 0.5 mm––69–E32-D331 2MSensing distance measured in Standard ModeModels with 40 mm sleeve instead of 90 mm sleeve are available by adding ’4’ to the order code at the end, e.g. E32-TC200B4Sleeve cannot be bent
SpecificationsItemStandardHigh-flexE32-DC200B E32-T14LE32-T12E32-TC200BPermissible bending radiusR25Cut to lengthYesAmbient temperature–40 C to 70 ethylene coatingDegree of protectionStainless FE32-TC200F ckelplatedBendable metal sleeves for precisionpositioning of sensors after installationStainless steelPVC andPVC coatingpolyethyleneIEC 60529IP500.5 mm diameter (diffuse reflective) or1 mm diameter (through beam) whenmounting space is -T223RE32-T24RR1Brass-nickel platedPVC andPolyethylene coatingpolyethyleneIEC 60529 IP67E32-D22BStainlesssteelPolyethylene coatingIEC 60529 IP67High precision fiber surface cutting andpositioning during manufacturing toachieve minimal deviation of optical outputaxis angle13Fiber – generalFiber sensor heads1E32 Miniature
E32 Longer distanceFiber sensor headsLonger distance fiber sensor headsWith built-in focal lenses the longer distance fiber heads provide enhancedoperational stability in dusty environments or long distance applications Sensing distance up to 20 m Built-in focal lens Sizes from dia 2 mm to M14 Easy installation - no need to attach auxiliary lensesOrdering informationSensor typeSizeSensing distance (in mm)*1Standard fibereasytmounOrder codeHigh-flex fiberStandard fiberHigh-flex LT11N 2M400035004000E32-LT11 2ME32-LT11R 2M2000––E32-TC200A 2M–26003900––E32-T12L 2M–dia 2 mm8501200––E32-T22L 2M–21.5 27 10 mm15002250––E32-R16 2M–M6–350520–E32-LD11N 2M22 17.5 9 mm14002100––E32-D16 2M–M6360540350520E32-LD11 2ME32-LD11R 2MM4260390––E32-D21L 2M–dia 3 mm450670––E32-D12 2 10.5 8 mm40004000M4–M44000M31350dia 3 mmReflectoreasy*114tmounSensing distance measured in Standard Mode
E32 Longer distanceFiber sensor headsItemFiber – Permissible bending radiusR25R2R25Cut to E32-T17L/E32-T14Ambient temperature–40 C to 70 CMaterialHeadABSFiberPMMASheathPolyethylene coatingBrass-nickel platedDegree of ectiveStainless 2-LD11RE32-D21LE32-D12Permissible bending radiusR25R4R2R25R10R10R25Cut to lengthYesAluminiumBrass-nickel platedAmbient temperatureMaterial–40 C to 70 CHeadABSFiberPMMASheathPolyethylene coating PVC coatingPolyethylene coatingIP67IP50Degree of protectionIP40Stainless steelIP67Lightemissionapprox. 60 SheathLight emission of conventional fibersdirectionallightCoreCoreSheathLensLens tubeWith built-in focal lenses, longer sensingdistances can be achieved up to 5 timeslonger compared to conventional sensorsModels with hexagonal back for simpleone-nut mountingCable exit shifted by 90 for preventing fiberbreakage15
E32 Chemical resistantFiber sensor headsChemical resistant fiber sensor headsThe chemical resistant fibers provide long sensor lifetime in areas with frequent cleaning, usage of chemicals and higher temperatures. fluoroplastic cover for highest chemical resistance temperature resistance up to 200 COrdering informationSensor typeSensing distance (in mm)*1SizeOrder code2000Fluororesin coatingE32-T11U 2M40004000Fluororesin coverE32-T12F8001200350520Fluororesin coatingE32-D11U 2MFluororesin coverE32-ED11F 2ME3NX-FAM41350dia 5 mmM6E32-T14F 2Mdia 7 mm300450dia 6 mm190280E32-D12F80120E32-D14F 2M14002100Fluororesin coverHeat resistant to 200 CE32-T81F-S 2M28004000Fluororesin coverHeat resistant to 150 CE32-T51F 2Mdia 5 mm*1Key featureE3X-HDSensing distance measured in Standard ModeSpecificationsItemFluororesin coatingFull fluororesin coverFull fluororesin cover and heat resistanceE32-T11UE32-D11UE32-ED11FE32- 12F/E32- 14FPermissible bending radius (in mm)R1R4R75R40Cut to lengthyesAmbient temperature–40 C to 70 CMaterialHeadBrass-nickel platedFiberPMMASheathFluororesin coatingDegree of protectionno–40 C to 200 CFluororesinGlassFluororesin coverIEC60529 IP67Enhanced temperature resistant models16E32-T81F-SR10–40 C to 150 C200 CThe fluororesin cover provides highestchemical resistance for longest lifetime infrequently cleaned environments likeaseptic filling in pharmaceuticalapplicationsE32-T51FHighest chemical resistance
E32 Heat resistantFiber sensor headsHeat resistant fiber sensor heads2Fibers – env. resistanceThe wide range of heat resistant fibers provides long sensor lifetime with the highestprotection in demanding environments heat resistant up to 400 C sizes from dia 2 mm to M6 models for long distances or high detection accuracyOrdering informationSensor typeSizeSensing distance (in mm)*1 Key featureOrder codeE3X-HDFor E3NX-FA and E3X-HDamplifiers30004000–40 C to 150 CE32-T51 2M8001200–40 C to 100 C*2, high-flexE32-T51R 2M550820–40 C to 200 CE32-T81R-S 2M9001350–60 C to 350 CE32-T61-S 2Mdia 2 mm450670–40 C to 150 CE32-T54 2Mdia 3 mm26003900–40 C to 200 CE32-T84S-S 2MM4For E3X-NA amplifier500750–40 C to 150 CE32-D51 2M280420–40 C to 100 C*2, high-flexE32-D51R 2M180270–40 C to 200 CE32-D81R-S 2ME32-D81R 2M180270–60 C to 350 CE32-D61-S 2ME32-D61120180–40 C to 400 CE32-D73-S 2ME32-D7323 20 9 mm 15–38–40 C to 150 CE32-A09H 2M30 24 9 mm 20–30–40 C to 300 CE32-A09H2 2M25 18 5 mm 1–5–40 C to 300 CE32-L64 2MM6M436 18 5 mm 5–18*1*2E3NX-FAE32-L66 2MSensing distance measured in Standard ModeShort term resistance. For continuous operation –40 C to 90 C17
E32 Heat resistantFiber sensor headsSpecificationsItem–40 C to150 C–40 C to100 C–40 C to 150 C–40 C to 200 C–40 C to 300 C–60 C to350 C–40 C to400 CE32- 51E32-D51R/T51RE32-T54E32- 81E32-T84E32-A09H2E32- 61E32-D73Permissible bending radius (in mm)R35R2R35R10R25Cut to lengthYesMaterialBrass-nickelplatedStainless steelAluminiumFiberPMMAAcrylate resin PMMASheathFluoro resinPolyurethane Fluoro resinresinIEC 60529IP67IEC 60529IP50IEC 60529 IP67400 C350 C200 C150 CThe temperature range optimised materialselection provides best application fit andvalue - performance ratio.Stainless steel spiral coating for flexibilitywith highest mechanical protection.18E32-L6NoHeadDegree of protectionE32-A09HStainless steelGlassStainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel spiral coating Stainless steelspiral coating tubetubeIEC 60529IP40IEC 60529 IP67
E32 Vacuum resistantFiber sensor headsVacuum resistant fiber sensor heads2Fibers – env. resistanceFor applications in cleanest and hot environments the vacuum resistant fibers andconnecting flanges provide long operational lifetime and vacuum integrity. Leakage rate of 1 10–10 Pa*m3/s max Heat resistance up to 200 C Detergent resistant fluororesin or stainless steel fiber sheathOrdering informationSensorSensor type*1Sensing distance (in mm)*1SizeTemperature rangeOrder code600–40 C to 120 CE32-T51V 1M250370–40 C to 120 CE32-T54V 1M9501400–60 C to 200 CE32-T84SV 1M–40 C to 70 CE32-G86V-1 3ME3X-HDE3NX-FAM4400dia 3dia 333 18 5.5 mm5Sensing distance measured with Standard ModeFlangeTypeSizeOrder code4 channel flange80 80 49 mmE32-VF41 channel flange96 dia 30 mm max.E32-VF1Flange-to-amplifierconnection fiber2 m lengthE32-T10V 2MSpecificationsItemFiber sensor headsFlange-to-amplifier fiberE32-T51VPermissible bending radiusCut to AluminiumFiberGlassSheathFluororesin coatingDegree of protection–ItemFlangeE32-T10VR25YesStainless steel–PMMAStainless steel spiral coatingE32-VF1Polyethylene coatingE32-VF41 10–10 Pa*m3/s maxLeakage rateAmbient temperature–25 C to 55 CMaterialFlangeAluminium and stainless steelSealFluorocarbon rubber (viton)Vacuum chamberAluminiumAtmospheric-pressure sideLens un
E32 Square shape Fiber sensor heads Square shape fiber sensor heads The fiber heads in square shaped housing provide fast and easy installation on flat sur-faces. Models with sensing direction in X, Y or Z axis 3 or 4mm thick housings for minimal height requirement Standard or high-flex fibers Ordering information Sensor type Size in mm
Fiber optic termination - ModLink plug and play fiber optic solution 42 Fiber optic termination - direct field termination 42 Fiber optic termination - direct field termination: Xpress G2 OM3-LC connector example 43 Cleaning a fiber optic 45 Field testers and testing - fiber optic 48 TSB-4979 / Encircled Flux (EF) conditions for multimode fiber .
Nowadays fiber optic is one of the technologies used for structural and geotechnical monitoring projects. Fiber optic sensors are normally classified as point, multiplexed, long-base or distributed sensors. . D., "Fiber Optic Methods for Structural Health Monitoring", John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, 2007. 2. Inaudi, D., "Distributed Fiber Optic .
C A B L E B L O w i N ghand held Fiber Blower The Condux hand held fiber blower is ideal for shorter run fiber optic cable or micro fiber optic cable installations. The unit's hinged design makes it easy to install and remove duct and fiber. The Condux hand held fiber blower installs fiber from 0.20 inches (5.8 mm) to 1.13 inches (28.7 mm)
Figure 12: Construction of a Single Fiber Cable Figure 13: Example of the Construction of a Multi- Fiber Cable II.3 Connectivity Fiber optic links require a method to connect the transmitter to the fiber optic cable and the fiber optic cable to the receiver. In general, there are two methods to link optical fibers together. II.3.1 Fusion Splice
Fiber Optic Infrastructure Application Guide ENET-TD003C-EN-P Deploying a Fiber Optic Physical Infrastructure within a Converged Plantwide Ethernet Architecture Fiber Optic Cabling Systems Overview Figure 3 Permanent Link Diagram The typical channel is composed of multiple assemblies connected by a combination of the optical fiber
Fiber-Optic Michelson Interferometer with Faraday Mirrors for Acoustic Sensing using a 3 3 Coupler and Symmetric Demodulation Scheme Peter Lanier Gartland (ABSTRACT) For the past 40 years, acoustic sensing has been a major avenue for the growth of interfero-metric ber-optic sensors. Fiber-optic acoustic sensors have found uses in military, commer-
Fiber optic collimators are components designed to collimate/focus light exiting a fiber to a desired optical beam. G&High powered fiber optic collimators offer 's SM h high reliability with low optical loss. Ideal for use in fiber sensors and fiber lasers. The fiber collimators are available in several single mode fiber types with operating .
fiber-optic technology enable the use of surface-mounted optical fiber with fiber Bragg gratings (FBGs) to provide thousands of distributed strain measurements over a structure. Because of their accuracy, light weight, small size, and flexibility, these fiber-optic sensors are ideal for flying aircraft within strict weight and size limitations.
