E3X-DA-S

A 160 Times the Incident Level for the Most Stable Detection Performance in the World

The E3X-DA-S Digital Fiber Sensor increases the level of emitted light up to 4 times (compared with previous models) with increased reliability in environments with dirt and dust.

A significant improvement in the optical coupling efficiency and 4 times the level of emitted light make stable detection possible even in bad environments, reducing the work required for maintenance and adjustments. By using Tough Mode and power tuning, the incident level can be increased 160 times in comparison with previous models.

OMRON's Unique High-efficiency Coupling Element Controls the Light

OMRON has developed a light-emitting device with over four times the power of previous devices by combining technical know-how accumulated over year of experience with newly developed optical and manufacturing technology.

Four Strong Points Support the High-efficiency Coupling Element

Development of New Optical Technology (Patent Pending)

The light-emitting element and fiber are coupled with high efficiency by combining a minute lens and mirror with great accuracy, and optimally controlling the directional angle of the light output by the LED.

Alignment Technology for Minute Optical Systems (Patent Pending)

OMRON has developed unique alignment technology for positioning components and specialized facilities to precisely assemble micro-optical components.

Laminated Mounting Technology for Reflectors and LEDs (Patent Pending)

Highly accurate laminated mounting of high-luminance LEDs in the reflector that was newly designed to couple with the fiber enables more efficient control of light and enables downsizing devices.

LED Packaging Technology

Low loop wire bonding technology and highly reliable, ultra-thin packaging technology support the performance of the highly efficient coupling element.

Twice the Sensing Distance

The longest sensing distance available. And stable long-distance detection is possible even with flexible or extremely thin fibers.

Although normally flexible and extremely thin fibers make stable detection difficult at long distances due to insufficient light, OMRON has doubled the sensing distance to enable stable long-distance detection. Even applications using standard fibers can be switched to flexible or extremely thin fibers, without having to worry about the light level.

Variations in the Incident Level during Fiber Insertion Reduced to Half

The variations in the incident level during insertion of the fiber are reduced to half through uniform distribution of the light.

Depending on how a flexible or extremely thin fiber is installed, there may be variations in the incident level. However, using a light-emitting device to uniformly control the amount of light coupled with the fiber reduces the variations in the incident level to half, and the adjustment and maintenance work required during installation of the Sensor is also reduced.

Minimum Sensing Object Reduced to Half

Further development of signal processing technology ensures stable detection of minute objects.

In addition to a substantial increase in the incident level, further improvements in the precision of OMRON's unique signal processing technology have enabled the detection of objects half the size of those that could be detected with previous models.

Uses Only Half the Energy

Power consumption has been reduced to half* in comparison with previous models in due consideration of environmental issues.

*When using ECO2 Mode.

The sensing efficiency has been maximized, and the power consumption at the same sensing distance has been reduced to almost half* of that of previous models. Also, the use of parts conforming to the RoHS Directive ensures environmental friendliness.

Easily Set the Optimum Incident Level

The E3X-DA-S Digital Fiber Sensor is equipped with a power tuning function that lets you set the optimum incident level with a single button.

The incident level can be set without switching the mode.

Troublesome power adjustments are not required. Just press the MODE Key once, and the power tuning function shifts the power level so that the incident level is set to the optimum value.*

*The optimum value can be set to between 100 and 3,900.

Variations eliminated between different Sensors.

By adjusting variations in digital displays for the same application, the same threshold value can be set for all Sensors, so that you can visually detect troubles on the displays.

Long-term, Stable Performance

The number 1 long-term stable detection (patented) for which OMRON Sensors are known has been inherited through the use of 4-element LEDs and an APC (Auto Power Control) circuit.

The E3X-DA-S Digital Fiber Sensor uses OMRON's unique APC circuit and LEDs to prevent deterioration over time, achieving the industry's most stable long-term detection performance. OMRON Sensors can be used with high stability, regardless of whether the APC circuit is ON or OFF.

(World First) OMRON's Unique ATC (Automatic Threshold Compensation)

Malfunctions due to the dust and dirt in the workplace are prevented to help improve the operating rate of the equipment. OMRON's unique algorithm automatically compensates the threshold value to help achieve long-term stable detection.

Easy-to-use Amplifier Unit Connector

Improve efficiency using OMRON's unique Amplifier Unit Connector.

(1)Wiring work is significantly reduced and less space is used.

(2)Stock costs can be reduced because it is not necessary to distinguish between master connectors and slave connectors on the Amplifiers.

(3)Maintenance work is reduced because you can replace just the Sensor.

Many Functions for Even More Applications

Remote input function can control the Sensor remotely.

Input signals can make various remote settings, such as teaching operations, power tuning, and emitter OFF. Teaching during process switchovers is also supported, and you can check operation before starting operation.

Area output function can be used for range judgments.

Judgment of heights, lengths, or other dimentions can be done with a single Sensor.