The cylindrical shape of the CY-100
photoelectric sensor series from
Panasonic Electric Works, together
with the many models in which the
sensors are available, make them well
suited to handle a multitude of tasks.

The sensor was designed for
industrial environments; the user can
choose among the following types:
Thru-beam type with a sensing
distance of up to 15m; retroreflective
type with a sensing distance of up to
4m; retroreflective type with
polarization filter and a sensing
distance of up to 2m; and diffuse
reflective types with sensing
distances of up to 100 or 600mm.
The availability of a wide range of
models means the CY-100 sensors
can solve relatively complex tasks.

One such example is the ability to
recognise reflective objects thanks to
integrated polarisation filters. The
side view type makes applications
possible in cramped spaces. All
models have an M18 male thread for
easy and quick mounting.