PM-Y64P Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PM-Y64P is an optical sensor manufactured by Panasonic Industrial Automation Sales, designed as a through-beam slot type module with PNP output configuration and selectable Dark-ON/Light-ON functionality. This component operates at a 0.197" (5mm) sensing distance and is classified as an unamplified optical sensor for industrial automation applications.

The PM-Y64P is currently listed as obsolete. Due to its discontinued status, identifying functionally compatible substitute components is essential for system maintenance, repair, and new design implementations where equivalent performance characteristics are required.

Substiute Parts

PM-Y64P

Panasonic Industrial Automation SalesIn Stock: 736PM-Y64P Datasheet

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PM-Y65-P

Panasonic Industrial Automation SalesIn Stock: 2092PM-Y65-P Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the PM-Y64P is based on the following critical parameters that define functional equivalence within the optical sensor category:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Sensing method: Through-Beam configuration
• Output type: PNP output configuration
• Mounting interface: Chassis Mount with Module, Connector form factor
• Response time: 20µs (matching switching speed requirement)
• Operating temperature range: -25°C ~ 55°C (matching environmental specification)
• Electrical ratings: Collector current capability and voltage breakdown specifications

The PM-Y65-P is identified as a substitute part within the Panasonic PM series optical sensor family. While the sensing distance differs (0.236" / 6mm versus 0.197" / 5mm), both components maintain identical response time, operating temperature range, mounting type, and core through-beam sensing methodology. The PM-Y65-P represents an active product status alternative within the same manufacturer's product line.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The PM-Y65-P is available as an active product from Panasonic Industrial Automation Sales, whereas the PM-Y64P is obsolete. Both components share identical response time specifications (20µs) and operating temperature ranges (-25°C ~ 55°C), supporting functional continuity in through-beam sensing applications.

Key considerations for component selection:

Product Availability: The PM-Y65-P maintains active product status with documented inventory availability (1986 Pcs), whereas the PM-Y64P is discontinued.

Compliance Status: Both components meet RoHS requirements. The PM-Y65-P carries ROHS3 Compliant certification, representing current regulatory compliance standards.

Sensing Distance Differential: The PM-Y65-P operates at 0.236" (6mm) sensing distance compared to the PM-Y64P at 0.197" (5mm). This 0.039" (1mm) difference must be evaluated against specific application slot width and detection requirements.

Output Configuration: The PM-Y64P provides selectable Dark-ON/Light-ON functionality, while the PM-Y65-P is specified as PNP - Open Collector. Application logic requirements must accommodate this output characteristic difference.

Supply Voltage: The PM-Y65-P operates across 5V ~ 24V supply range with 15 mA supply current specification, providing flexible integration options.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the PM-Y65-P directly replace the PM-Y64P in existing installations?

A: Direct replacement requires verification of three factors: (1) slot width accommodation for the 0.236" (6mm) sensing distance versus the original 0.197" (5mm), (2) compatibility with the output configuration change from selectable Dark-ON/Light-ON to PNP Open Collector, and (3) confirmation that the 15 mA supply current requirement aligns with the system power budget.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two optical sensors?

A: Both components are through-beam slot type optical sensors with identical 20µs response time and -25°C ~ 55°C operating temperature range. The primary differences are sensing distance (5mm versus 6mm), output configuration flexibility (selectable versus fixed Open Collector), and product status (obsolete versus active).

Q: Are both components RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The PM-Y64P is RoHS Compliant, and the PM-Y65-P is ROHS3 Compliant, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing.

Q: What packaging formats are available?

A: The PM-Y64P is supplied in Module, Connector, Slot Type packaging. The PM-Y65-P is supplied in Module, Connector packaging in Bulk format. Both maintain chassis mount configuration.

Q: Is the PM-Y65-P suitable for applications requiring selectable output modes?

A: The PM-Y65-P is specified as PNP - Open Collector output only, without selectable Dark-ON/Light-ON functionality. Applications requiring output mode selection must evaluate alternative components or confirm that fixed Open Collector operation meets system requirements.