Equivalent & Substitute Parts for Panasonic CX-481-C05 Optical Sensor

Part Overview

The Panasonic Industrial Automation Sales CX-481-C05 is a retroreflective optical sensor from the CX-400 series, designed for sensing distances up to 19.685" (500mm) with an NPN open collector output and infrared light source. It features an IP67 ingress protection rating, operates on a 12V to 24V supply, has a 1ms response time, and utilizes a cable connection method. The part is classified as obsolete, making identification of substitute models necessary for continued system integration, maintenance, and procurement.

Substiute Parts

CX-481-C05

Panasonic Industrial Automation SalesIn Stock: 732CX-481-C05 Datasheet

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CX-481

Panasonic Industrial Automation SalesIn Stock: 1254CX-481 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution is strictly based on matching the following critical parameters which determine functional and environmental equivalence for optical sensors in the retroreflective category:

• Series and Category
• Sensing Method (Retroreflective)
• Sensing Distance (19.685" / 500mm)
• Voltage - Supply (12V ~ 24V)
• Response Time (1ms)
• Output Configuration (NPN - Open Collector)
• Light Source (Infrared)
• Connection Method (Cable)
• Ingress Protection (IP67)
• Operating Temperature (-25°C ~ 55°C)
• RoHS and regulatory status

Substitute parts listed below share all these parameters with the main part. Variation in cable length is not a restriction as connection method compatibility is maintained.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

When selecting a substitute for the Panasonic CX-481-C05 optical sensor, the Panasonic CX-481 is equivalent in all regulated and functional respects, including product status (active), RoHS compliance, and ECCN/HTSUS classification. Both share matching moisture sensitivity level and are suitable for environments requiring IP67 ingress protection. Only the cable length differs between the two models.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are the CX-481-C05 and CX-481 optical sensors interchangeable based on the provided parameters?
A: Yes, both parts are interchangeable in the context of retroreflective sensing method, sensing distance, operating voltage, output configuration, ingress protection, and other key parameters; cable length is the only difference.

Q: Does the difference in cable length between CX-481-C05 and CX-481 affect functional compatibility?
A: No, both use the cable connection method, ensuring compatibility at the system interface level as per provided parameters.

Q: Are there regulatory or compliance considerations when substituting CX-481-C05 with CX-481?
A: Both models are RoHS compliant and share the same ECCN and HTSUS classifications, ensuring regulatory equivalence.

Q: Is there any difference in sensor environmental operation limits between CX-481-C05 and CX-481?
A: Both support the same operating temperature range (-25°C ~ 55°C) and ingress protection (IP67).

Q: Which factors must be confirmed before substituting optical sensors in the CX-400 series?
A: Ensure strict matching of sensing method, sensing distance, supply voltage, output configuration, ingress protection, connection method, operating temperature, and compliance as summarized above.