Omron ZX-LD40, ZX-LD100, ZX-LD300, ZX-LD40L, ZX-LD100L Brochure

ZX LASER SENSORS

for precise measurement

Unique Plug & Play Concept

Advanced Industrial Automation

The ZX laser sensor series from Omron, the world’s leading

sensor manufacturer, sets new standards in precise

measurement sensing. Based on a unique Plug & Play concept, the ZX enables a variety of

interchangeable sensor heads to be connected to the same amplifier. This concept not only

covers all of your measurement requirements, it also takes the costly and time-consuming

‘trial-and-error’ process out of selecting the best sensor heads for the job!

Unique measurement

sensing concept from Omron

The ZX is the world’s smallest and lightest laser measurement

sensor, which really expandsthe design possibilities for production

systems. Its body size is similar to that of a photoelectric sensor,

making it a very attractive solution where space around the location

and installation is at a premium. The ZX also features a host of

remarkable features and functions, including auto calibration, Auto

Thickness Calculation, flexible mounting direction, and flexible

quality control, which enables it to detect and log data for more

efficient and effective quality control.

Read on, and see why Omron’s ZX is ideal for all your

measurement sensing needs.

Very precise

The ZX sensor offers the same kind of high-speed response
as that of photoelectric sensors. With a resolution of0.2
micrometres it is also very precise, and can immediately
spot errors or discrepancies that could cost time and money
in production processes. There are four detecting distances
for reflection types, ranging between 30 ± 2 mm, 40 ± 10 mm,
100 ± 40 mm and 300 ± 200 mm.

With the through-beam type the ZX sensor offers three
different measurement widths from 1-to 2.5 mm, 5 mm,
and 10 mm with a resolution of 4 micrometres.
In differential calculation mode the ZX sensor can catch
minute changes in signals, and the threshold level can be
set to catch upward or downward signal changes.

What’s really innovative about the ZX sensors is that the same amplifier unit
can be attached to any one of the six diffuse reflection laser displacement
heads, two mirror reflection-type laser displacement heads or three
through-beam types laser displacement heads in the range. You simply
select the sensor head that best suits your measurement application.

ZX LASER SENSORS

Designed to suit your every measurement need

The ultra small Laser-Spot can detect minute items like
IC-pins. For rough surfaces like wood or paper the Laser-Beam
type will detect stable and without any influence by the
surfaces. Ideal function settings are possible byusing both
the displacement mode and the light-intensity mode to meet
multiple application needs.

Instant results

Simply by connecting the amplifier unit to the sensor head
and applying power, the distance value and threshold level
between the sensor head and object is displayed
instantaneously. The built in dual-digital display provides the
real distance and can be changed to voltage/ current display
or display for intensity of reflective light.

Calculation unit for thickness-measurement

By inserting a ‘calculation unit’ between two amplifiers the
thickness-measurement is easily obtained, and the thickness
of measured products will be displayed on the sensor head.
This technology (patent pending) eliminates the need for
connecting a digital panel meter and the troublesome wiring
and setting up associated with it.

Advanced easy-to-use functions

Advanced easy-to-use functions provided by the ZX sensor
include Scaling, Reverse Display, Display-OFF Mode, ECO
Mode, Display Digit Change, Measurement(Timer/Hold
Functions), Threshold Setting, I/O Setting, Mutual Interference,
Function Lock, Initial Reset, Zero Reset, Derivative Function,
Sensitivity Selection and Monitor Focus.

Flexible mounting direction

Thanks to the compact size ofthe sensor head Omron has
been able to develop a side-view attachment (sold separately)
that enables a variety of mounting possibilities.
This attachment can be used with anyof the sensor heads
in the ZX sensor range.

Meeting multiple application needs

Line beam Spot beam

The ZX sensor’s auto calibration features means that it senses
itself before it starts sensing! This eliminates the need for
time-consuming calibration routines. In addition, the sensor
automatically recognises whether a reflective or through-beam
sensor head is connected, and changes to the optimum
function setting for fast, accurate operation.

Easy-to-see resolution (patent pending)

With the resolution display function, a differing resolution
based on the object (repeatable high level of accuracy) can
be easily verified in real time. This function can verify the
resolution by a beam hitting and measuring the object.
By displaying the resolution, it is possible to control the level
of flexibility over the threshold set-up, and detection results
can be quickly confirmed.

Teaching functions for fast and easy set-up

The ZX sensor features three teaching functions that rival the
performance of current photoelectric sensors. These include:

Position teaching

For high-precision positioning
applications.

2-point teaching

For detecting ultra-small level differences
between two points.

Automatic teaching

For teaching under production conditions
without stopping the work-piece.

The ZX sensor is easy to setup and practically maintains itself.
Here’s why:

Self-diagnostics

The ZX sensor features a built-in laser lifetime monitor so that
as soon as laser diode deterioration is detected, a warning
appears on the sub-digital display. This early detection system
enables timely, trouble-free replacement.

Easy-to-read display

Setting up and maintaining the ZX sensor is an easy process,
thanks to the easy-to-read display on the sensor head.
This display clearly shows detected measurement results,
which can be anything from the distance value, threshold level
and the difference value between the sensor head and object
to Auto Thickness calculation. The dual-digit display can be
changed from ‘distance’ display to ‘voltage/current’ display or
a display for intensity of reflective light. In addition, the
resolution based on the real object to be measured can
be displayed.

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Resolution

Easy-to-see resolution (patent pending).

Equipped with a laser lifetime
monitor to warn of laser
deterioration.

Easy to read digital display shows measurement

results or multifunctional settings.

OMRON E3X-DA-N Fibre Amplifier.

Easy to set up and operate

Easy to maintain

Deviation to be
detected.

Setting up and monitoring
via PC

The ZX sensor can be equipped with the Smart Monitor
option, a software sensor set-up tool whose standard RS-232
connection enables it to be used with a Notebookor PC.
This software package is ideal for quickly and easily setting up
parameters and values via the menu screen from a floppy or
hard disk. Data logging results can be processed using this
software for quality control information, leading to smoother
production runs.
Additional easy waveform monitoring (such asan oscilloscope)
can be used to analyse the signal, and by using the drag & drop
tool the threshold setting is easily obtained.

INTERFACE UNIT

HEAD

AMPLIFIER

Smart Monitor software tool enables easy system set-up via PC or Notebook.

Technical overview

of the ZX laser Sensors

Amplifier ZX-LDA

• Power supply 12-24 VDC, PNP or NPN

• Two digital 5-digit displays

• Measurement time: max. 0.15 ms, incrementally adjustable

• 1 to 4096 sensing cycles, incrementally adjustable

• 3 digital outputs: LOW, PASS, HIGH

• 1 analogue output, incrementally adjustable (-5 to 5 Volts or 0 to 20 mA)

• 4 digital inputs: LASER OFF, TIMER, RESET, ZERO

• Switching between intensity, distance or differentiation sensing

Sensor Heads ZX-LD

• Measurement range: 40 mm ± 10 mm, 100 mm ± 40 mm,
300 mm ± 200 mm

• Sensing accuracy: up to 0.002 mm
(4096 sensing cycle on white ceramics surface)

• Size of sensing head: 33 mm x 39 mm x 17 mm

• Two models: each as focussing spot beam or line beam

• Resolution up to 2 µm

Special Sensor Heads ZX-LD_V

• Measurement range: 30 mm ± 2 mm

• Sensing accuracy: up to 0.25 µm
(4096 sensing cycles on polished, white ceramics surface)

• Size of sensing head: 45 mm x 55 mm x 21 mm

• Two models: each as focussing spot beam or line beam

Optical Band Sensors –ZX-LT

• Measurement width: 1 to 2.5 mm, 5 mm, 10 mm

• Sensing distance:
1 mm measurement width: up to 500 mm

2.5 mm measurement width: up to 500 to 2000 mm
5 and 10 mm measurement width: up to 500 mm

• Resolution: 4 µm

Calculation unit for thickness-measurementbetween
two amplifiers (patent pending).

Moving objects

Continuous measurement in

the production line combined

with self-trigger modus to

detect moving objects

In-line thickness control

Two ZX sensors combined with
a calculation unit and the A-B
modus detect the thickness of
a product

Through-line

thickness control

Two ZX sensors combined
with a calculation unit and
the A+B modus detect the

thickness of a product

Warp

Measurement of warping level
difference with one sensor

Measuring thickness

while ignoring the holes on

the work piece

Rotating objects

Using the P-P Mode the ZX
measures the eccentricity
of rotating objects

Sheet counting

The ZX can detect

a single sheet of paper

for up or down sheet

counting during

the printing process

Through beam

The ZX through-beam type
measures height,
width or gaps in the
production process

Sensor head (reflection type)

Optical method Beam shape Sensing distance Resolution * Model

Diffuse-reflective

Spot beam 40 ± 10 mm 2 µm ZX-LD40

100 ± 40 mm 16 µm ZX-LD100
300 ± 200 mm 300 µm ZX-LD300

Line beam 40 ± 10 mm 2 µm ZX-LD40L

100 ± 40 mm 16 µm ZX-LD100L
300 ± 200 mm 300 µm ZX-LD300L

Definite reflection type

Spot beam 30 ± 2 mm 0.25 µm ZX-LD30V
Line beam 30 ± 2 mm 0.25 µm ZX-LD30VL

* At average count of 4,096 times

Parallel Through-beam Sensor

Optical method Measurement width Sensing distance Resolution * Model

Parallel Through-beam 1- mm dia. 0 to 2,000 mm 4 µm ZX-LT001

5 mm

0

to 500 mm

4 µm

ZX-LT005

10 mm

0

to 500 mm

4 µm

ZX-LT010

* At average count of64times

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Automation and Drives

• Programmable logic controllers • Networking

• Human-machine interfaces • Inverter drives • Motion control

Industrial Components

• Relays, electrical and mechanical • Timers • Counters

• Programmable relays • Low voltage switchgear • Power supplies

• Temperature & process controllers • Solid-state relays

• Panel indicators • Level controllers

Sensing and Safety

• Photoelectric sensors • Proximity sensors • Rotary encoders

• Vision systems • RFID systems • Safety switches

• Safety relays • Safety sensors

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