Image-Based Laser Sensor

IX series

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Specs Image-Based Laser Sensor IX series

Sensor Head

Model

IX-055

IX-080

IX-150

IX-360

IX-360W

Image

Reference distance

55 mm 2.17"

80 mm 3.15"

150 mm 5.91"

360 mm 14.17"

Measuring distance

45 to 65 mm 1.77" to 2.56"

62 to 98 mm 2.44" to 3.86"

100 to 200 mm 3.94" to 7.87"

280 to 440 mm 11.02" to 17.32"

Detection area

Scan mode

Measuring distance of 45 mm 1.77": 27.5 × 20.5 mm 1.08" × 0.81"
Measuring distance of 55 mm 2.17": 32.5 × 24.5 mm 1.28" × 0.96"
Measuring distance of 65 mm 2.56": 37.5 × 28.5 mm 1.48" × 1.12"
(X direction) × (Y direction) *1

Measuring distance of 62 mm 2.44": 36.5 × 27.0 mm 1.44" × 1.06"
Measuring distance of 80 mm 3.15": 45.5 × 34.0 mm 1.79" × 1.34"
Measuring distance of 98 mm 3.86": 54.5 × 41.0 mm 2.15" × 1.61"
(X direction) × (Y direction) *1

Measuring distance of 100 mm 3.94": 56.5 × 42.0 mm 2.22" × 1.65"
Measuring distance of 150 mm 5.91": 82.5 × 61.5 mm 3.25" × 2.42"
Measuring distance of 200 mm 7.87": 108.5 × 81.0 mm 4.27" × 3.19"
(X direction) × (Y direction) *1

Measuring distance of 280 mm 11.02": 66.0 × 49.5 mm 2.6" × 1.95"
Measuring distance of 360 mm 14.17": 84.0 × 63.0 mm 3.31" × 2.48"
Measuring distance of 440 mm 17.32": 102.0 × 76.5 mm 4.02" × 3.01"
(X direction) × (Y direction) *1

Measuring distance of 280 mm 11.02": 150 × 113 mm 5.91" × 4.45"
Measuring distance of 360 mm 14.17": 192 × 144 mm 7.56" × 5.67"
Measuring distance of 440 mm 17.32": 234 × 176 mm 9.21" × 6.93"
(X direction) × (Y direction) *1

Line mode

Measuring distance of 45 mm 1.77": 27.5 mm 1.08"
Measuring distance of 55 mm 2.17": 32.5 mm 1.28"
Measuring distance of 65 mm 2.56": 37.5 mm 1.48"
(X direction) *1

Measuring distance of 62 mm 2.44": 36.5 mm 1.44"
Measuring distance of 80 mm 3.15": 45.5 mm 1.79"
Measuring distance of 98 mm 3.86": 54.5 mm 2.15"
(X direction) *1

Measuring distance of 100 mm 3.94": 56.5 mm 2.22"
Measuring distance of 150 mm 5.91": 82.5 mm 3.25"
Measuring distance of 200 mm 7.87": 108.5 mm 4.27"
(X direction) *1

Measuring distance of 280 mm 11.02": 66.0 mm 2.6"
Measuring distance of 360 mm 14.17": 84.0 mm 3.31"
Measuring distance of 440 mm 17.32": 102.0 mm 4.02"
(X direction) *1

Measuring distance of 280 mm 11.02": 150 mm 5.91"
Measuring distance of 360 mm 14.17": 192 mm 7.56"
Measuring distance of 440 mm 17.32": 234 mm 9.21"
(X direction) *1

Laser Light source

Light source

660 nm (visible light) wavelength red semiconductor laser

Laser class

Class II laser product (FDA [CDRH] Part 1040.10), Class 2 laser product (IEC 60825-1: 2014)

Class 2 laser product (IEC 60825-1: 2014, FDA [CDRH] Part 1040.10 *11)

Output

0.95 mW (FDA [CDRH] Part 1040.10), 1.6 mW (IEC 60825-1: 2014)

2.8 mW

Height(Z direction)

Minimum detectable object size

Scan mode

Height

ø0.7 mm ø0.0276" *2

ø1.0 mm ø0.0394" *2

ø1.7 mm ø0.0669" *2

ø1.8 mm ø0.0709" *2

ø3.8 mm ø0.1496" *2

Average height

ø0.4 mm ø0.0157" *3

ø0.5 mm ø0.0197" *3

ø0.9 mm ø0.0354" *3

ø1.2 mm ø0.0472" *3

ø2.6 mm ø0.1024" *3

Pin height

ø0.3 mm ø0.0118" *4

ø0.4 mm ø0.0157" *4

ø0.8 mm ø0.0315" *4

ø0.9 mm ø0.0354" *4

ø1.9 mm ø0.0748" *4

Line mode

0.5 mm × 0.5 mm 0.0197" × 0.0197" *5

0.7 mm × 0.7 mm 0.0276" × 0.0276" *5

1.1 mm × 1.1 mm 0.0433" × 0.0433" *5

1.2 mm × 1.5 mm 0.0472" × 0.0591" *5

2.6 mm × 2.6 mm 0.1024" × 0.1024" *5

Repeatability

10 μm *6

20 μm *6

50 μm *6

150 μm *6

Width(X direction)

Minimum edge detection

Line mode

0.3 mm 0.0118" *7

0.4 mm 0.0157" *7

0.5 mm 0.0197" *7

1 mm 0.0394" *7

2 mm 0.0787" *7

Estimated detection

(When measuring the height between two points, the minimum step difference is as follows.
IX-055: 100 μm / IX-080: 200 μm / IX-150: 500 μm / IX-360: 1000 μm / IX-360W: 1000 μm) *6

Sampling cycle

Scan mode

120 ms (min.) (typical)

Line mode

6 ms / 11 ms (selectable)

Image receiving element

Monochrome CMOS image sensor

Image capture lighting

Light source

Red LED

Lighting method

Pulse lighting

Temperature characteristics

0.04% of F.S./°C *8

0.08% of F.S./°C *8

0.04% of F.S./°C *8

Environmental resistance

Enclosure rating

IP67

Ambient light

Incandescent lamp, 5000 lux or less *9

Incandescent lamp, 3000 lux or less *9

Ambient temperature

0 to +45°C 32 to 113°F (No freezing) *10

Relative humidity

35 to 85% RH (No condensation)

Vibration resistance

10 to 55 Hz; double amplitude 1.5 mm 0.06"; 2 hours in each of the X, Y, and Z directions

Shock resistance

500 m/s2 1640'/s2, 3 times in each of the 3 directions

Material

Main unit case: Zinc die-casting / Front cover: Glass, acrylic (hard coat) / Operation indicator cover: TPU / Connector ring: PBT / Connector: Zinc die-casting

Weight

Approx. 190 g

Approx. 300 g

*1 X: Long-side direction of laser, Y: Short-side direction of laser
*2 With a correct reference distance. When measuring using the height tool, measurement point min., and no position adjustment in scan mode.
*3 With a correct reference distance. When measuring using the average height tool, average size min., and no position adjustment in scan mode.
*4 With a correct reference distance. When measuring using the pin height tool and no position adjustment in scan mode.
*5 With a correct reference distance. When measuring using the height tool, tool window size min., and no position adjustment in line mode.
*6 When measuring a KEYENCE reference target (white diffuser) in the center of the field of view at the reference distance in scan mode using the “Max.” measurement point of a height tool.
*7 With a correct reference distance.
When measuring metal gauge blocks in line mode using a 4-count averaging filter and the edge positioning tool with no position adjustment.
In width mode with the width/diameter tool, the minimum detection value is twice the minimum edge detection.
The minimum height differences (estimated) required for edge detection of each model at the reference distance are as follows.
IX-055: 0.8 mm 0.03", IX-080: 1.0 mm 0.04", IX-150: 2 mm 0.08", IX-360: 4 mm 0.16", IX-360W: 4 mm 0.16"
*8 At the reference distance from the target.
The F.S. for each model are as follows.
IX-055: ±10 mm ±0.39", IX-080: ±18 mm ±0.71", IX-150: ±50 mm ±1.97", IX-360: ±80 mm ±3.15", IX-360W: ±80 mm ±3.15"
*9 Using the default settings with a laser light source as the target.
*10 With metal mounting.
*11 The laser classification for FDA (CDRH) is implemented based on IEC 60825-1 in accordance with the requirements of Laser Notice No. 56.

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Sensor Amplifier

Model

IX-H2000

IX-H2050

Image

Main unit / expansion unit

Main unit

Expansion unit

Display

Min. display unit

Z axis

10 μm *1

X axis

50 μm *1

Display range

Z axis

±999.99 to ±999 mm 39.33" (with 4 selectable steps) *1

X axis

±999.95 to ±999 mm 39.33" (with 4 selectable steps) *1

Tools

Scan mode

Height, Step, Average height, Pin height, MAX/MIN, Height area, Monochrome area, Width, Step calculation, Thickness calculation,
Position adjustment, 1-axis adjustment, 2-axis adjustment (Max. number of settings) Judgment: 16 tools, Position adjustment: 1 tool*2

Line mode

Height (Ave./Max./Min.), Step (Ave./Max./Min.), Edge position, Width/diameter, Step/width calculation, Thickness calculation,
Position adjustment, Tilt adjustment (Max. number of settings) Judgment: 16 tools *3, Position adjustment: 1 tool, Tilt adjustment: 1 tool*2

Other functions

Common

Zero/offset, Operating threshold adjustment, 2-point calibration, Measurement direction, Position correction NG measurement, Zero/offset recording, Capture mode (HDR),
Sensor date/time information addition, N.O./N.C. switching, I/O monitor, Automatic brightness adjustment, Lighting (ON/OFF), Total judgment conditions, NPN/PNP switching,
Simultaneous main unit/expansion unit input, Mutual interference prevention, Security

Scan mode

Measurement range, Measurement position (small/standard/large), Measurement mode, Measurement noise elimination, Imaging mode (high gain),
Tilt correction (fixed or real-time correction), Glare removal, Trigger input (internal/external), Trigger interval, Trigger delay, Trigger error, Monochrome histogram,
Area height histogram, Fixed reference area, Mask outline, Rotation range, Height image display on tool setting screen, Scaling function

Line mode

Average count, Laser position adjustment, Timing input, Head tilt correction (fixed only), Ambient light removal for measurement,
HOLD function, Alarm setting, Measurement method (Ave./Max./Min.), Laser sensitivity adjustment, Averaging filter, Median filter, X-axis median filter

Input

Input

Switchable between non-voltage input and voltage input
For non-voltage input: ON voltage 2 V or lower, OFF current 0.1 mA or lower, ON current 2 mA (short circuit)
For voltage input: Maximum input rating 26.4 V, ON voltage 18 V or higher, OFF current 0.2 mA or lower, ON current 2 mA (for 24 V)

Number of inputs

8 (IN1 to IN8)

Function

IN1: External trigger ↑↓ / Timing input, IN2 to IN8: Enable by assigning optional functions
Assignable functions: Program switching, Laser emission stop, Zero/offset (batch), Reset (error only), Reset (judgment value only) Reset (judgment value and error)

Output

Output

Open collector output; NPN/PNP switchable, N.O./N.C. switchable
For open collector NPN output: Maximum rating of 26.4 V, 50 mA (20 mA when linked to an expansion unit), residual voltage of 1.5 V or less
For open collector PNP output: Maximum rating of 26.4 V, 50 mA (20 mA when linked to an expansion unit), residual voltage of 2 V or less

Number of inputs

10 (OUT1 to OUT10)

Function

Enable by assigning the optional functions
Assignable functions: Total judgment result (All OK/Any OK/NG), Run, Busy, Error, Position adjustment result, Tilt adjustment result, Result of the logical operation of each tool,
Monochrome area / Height area tool result (OK/NG), Height / Step / Max./Min. / Calculation tool result (OK/NG/HIGH/LO), Alarm

Analog voltage output

±5 V, 1 to 5 V, 0 to 5 V, Output impedance: 100 Ω *4

Not available

Analog current output

4 to 20 mA, Max. load resistance: 350 Ω *4

Number of programs

32

Statistical information

Scan mode: Measured value / Degree of similarity (Max., Min., Ave.), Processing time (Latest, Max., Min., Ave.), Count (Number of OKs / Number of NGs / Number of triggers)
Line mode: Measured value / Degree of similarity (Max., Min., Ave.), Count (Number of OKs / Number of NGs / Number of triggers) *1 *5

Detection history

Saved history

Scan mode

50 (FTP/SFTP client function: Enabled/High-resolution mode: Enabled)
80 (FTP/SFTP client function: Enabled/High-resolution mode: Disabled)
70 (FTP/SFTP client function: Disabled/High-resolution mode: Enabled)
100 (FTP/SFTP client function: Disabled/High-resolution mode: Disabled)
*6

Line mode

400 (FTP/SFTP client function: Enabled/High-resolution mode: -)
500 (FTP/SFTP client function: Disabled/High-resolution mode: -)
*6

Save conditions

Selectable between NG only and All *6

Image data transmission (FTP/SFTP client function)

Destination

FTP/SFTP server

Method

Selectable between bmp, jpeg, and txt

Conditions

4 conditions
Selectable between All, Total judgment result (OK/NG), Result of each tool (OK/(NG and ALM)), and Result of the logical operation of each tool (OK/NG)

Ethernet

Standard

100BASE-TX/10BASE-T *7

Not available *7

Connector

RJ45 8-pin connector *7

Interface compatibility

CC-Link, DeviceNet®, EtherNet/IP™, EtherCAT®, RS-232C, BCD output, TCP/IP non-procedural communication *8

Number of connectible units

Main units: 1, Expansion units: 1, Communication units (DL): 1

Ratings

Power voltage

24 VDC ±10% (including ripple)

Supplied from main unit

Current consumption

Max. 1.9 A or less (With main unit only: 0.8 A or less, With unit expansion: 1.9 A or less) (Excluding output load) *9

Environmental resistance

Ambient temperature

0 to +50°C 32 to 122°F (No freezing)

Relative humidity

35 to 85% RH (No condensation)

Material

Main unit case: PC / Power connector: PA, POM / Analog output connector: PA, POM / I/O connector: PA /
Head connector: Zinc + Ni plating, PA / Ethernet connector: Copper alloy + Ni plating / Rear heat sink:
Aluminum / Main unit rear DIN rail fixing tab: POM / Nameplate: PC

Weight

Approx. 210 g

Approx. 190 g

*1 For displaying on an IX Series control panel or PC software.
*2 Configurable for each program.
*3 Up to 8 tools can be used for the diameter tool only.
*4 Select ±5 V, 1 to 5 V, 0 to 5 V, or 4 to 20 mA for use.
*5 When sample hold (edge), peak/bottom/P-P hold (level/edge) is set.
*6 Saves to the sensor amplifier’s internal memory. Detection history saved inside the sensor amplifier can be backed up to a PC using the USB memory stick connected to the IX Series control panel or PC software.
*7 For connection to an IX Series control panel or PC software. The RJ45 connector on the main unit is used for connecting to the expansion unit.
*8 When a DL Series device is used. Contact KEYENCE for information on other interfaces.
*9 Includes a DL Series communication unit.

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Sensor Amplifier

Model

IX-1000

IX-1050

Image

Main unit / expansion unit

Main unit

Expansion unit

Display

Min. display unit

10 µm*1

Display range

±999.99 to ±999 mm (with 4 selectable steps)*1

Tools

Scan mode

Height, Height difference, Max./Min., Height difference calculation, Thickness calculation, Height detection, Monochromatic detection, Position adjustment
(Max. number of settings) Detection: 16 tools, Position adjustment: 1 tool*2

Line mode

Height (Ave./Max./Min.) , Height difference (Ave./Max./Min.) , Height difference calculation, Thickness calculation, Position adjustment, Tilt correction
(Max. number of settings) Detection: 16 tools, Position adjustment: 1 tool, Alignment adjustment: 1 tool*2

Other functions

Common

ZERO/offset, Operating threshold adjustment, 2-point calibration, Measurement direction, Position correction NG measurement,
Zero/offset recording,Capture mode (HDR) Sensor date/time Information addition, N.O./N.C. switching, I/O monitor,
Automatic brightness adjustment, Lighting (ON/OFF) , Total judgment conditions,NPN/PNP switching, Simultaneous main unit/expansion unit input, Light interference prevention, Security

Scan mode

Measurement range, Measurement position (small/standard/large) , Measurement mode, Measurement noise elimination,
Imaging mode (high gain) , Tilt correction (fixed or real-time correction) , Glare removal, Trigger input (internal/external) ,
Trigger interval, Trigger delay, Trigger error, Monochrome histogram, Fixed reference area, Mask outline, Rotation range

Line mode

Average count, Laser position adjustment, Timing input, Head tilt correction (fixed only), Ambient light removal for measurement, HOLD function, Alarm setting, Measurement method (Ave./Max./Min.)

Input

Input

Non-voltage input/voltage input is switchable
For non-voltage input: ON voltage 2 V or lower, OFF current 0.1 mA or lower, ON current 2 mA (short circuit)
For voltage input: Maximum input rating 26.4 V, ON voltage 18 V or higher, OFF current 0.2 mA or lower, ON current 2 mA (for 24 V)

Number of inputs

8 (IN1 to IN8)

Function

IN1: External trigger up/down timing, IN2 to IN8: Enable by assigning optional functions
Assignable functions: Program switching, Laser emission stop, Zero/offset (batch) , Reset (error only) , Reset (judgment value only) Reset (judgment value and error)

Output

Output

Open collector output; NPN/PNP switchable, N.O./N.C. switchable
For open collector NPN output: Maximum rating of 26.4 V, 50 mA (20 mA when linked to an expansion unit) , residual voltage of 1.5 V or less
For open collector PNP output: Maximum rating of 26.4 V, 50 mA (20 mA when linked to an expansion unit) , residual voltage of 2 V or less

Number of inputs

10 (OUT1 to OUT10)

Function

Enable by assigning the optional functions
Assignable functions: Total judgment result (All OK, Any OK/NG) , run, busy, error, position adjustment result, tilt correction result,
Monochromatic detection/Height detection tool result (OK/NG) , Height/height difference/Max./Min./calculation tool result (OK/NG/HIGH/LO) , Alarm

Analog voltage output

±5 V, 1 to 5 V, 0 to 5 V, Output impedance: 100 Ω*3

Not available

Analog current output

4 to 20 mA, max. load resistance: 350 Ω*3

Number of programs

32

Statistical information

Scan mode: Measured value / Degree of similarity (Max., Min., Ave.), Processing time (Latest, Max., Min., Ave.), Count (Number of OKs / Number of NGs / Number of triggers)
Line mode: Measured value / Degree of similarity (Max., Min., Ave.), Count (Number of OKs / Number of NGs / Number of triggers)*1*4

Detection record

Number of storage

Scan mode

80 images (FTP/SFTP Client function: Enable)
100 images (FTP/SFTP Client function: Disable)
*5

Line mode

400 images (FTP/SFTP Client function: Enable)
500 images (FTP/SFTP Client function: Disable)
*5

Detection history

Save conditions

NG only/All is selectable*5

FTP/SFTP data transfer (FTP/SFTP client function)

Transfer Destination

FTP/SFTP server

Transfer format

bmp/jpeg/txt is selectable

Transfer Condition

4 conditions
All / Total status result (OK/NG) / Result for each tool (OK/(NG and ALM)) is selectable

Ethernet

Standard

100BASE-TX/10BASE-T*6

Not available

Connector

RJ45 8-pin connector*6

Interface compatibility

CC-Link / DeviceNet® / EtherNet/IP™ / EtherCATⓇ / RS-232C / BCD / PROFINET / PROFIBUS / TCP/IP output*7

Number of connectible units

Main units: 1, Expansion units: 1, Communication units (DL) : 1

Ratings

Power voltage

24 VDC ±10 % (including ripple)

Supplied from main unit

Current consumption

Max. 1.9 A or less (With main unit only: 0.8 A or less, With unit expansion: 1.9 A or less) (Excluding output load)*8

Environmental resistance

Ambient temperature

0 to +50°C 32 to 122°F (No freezing)

Relative humidity

35 to 85 % RH (No condensation)

Material

Main unit case: PC/Power connector: PA, POM/Analog output connector: PA, POM/I/O connector: PA/
Head connector: Zinc + Ni plating, PA/Ethernet connector: Copper alloy + Ni plating/
Rear heat sink: Aluminum/Main unit rear DIN rail fixing tab: POM/Nameplate: PC

Weight

Approx. 210 g

Approx. 190 g

*1 For displaying on an IX Series control panel or PC software.
*2 Configurable for each program.
*3 Select ±5 V, 1 to 5 V, 0 to 5 V, or 4 to 20 mA for use.
*4 When sample hold (edge), peak/bottom/P-P hold (level/edge) is set.
*5 Saves to the inner memory of sensor amplifier. The detection history saved in the sensor amplifier can be copied to PC as a backup by using the PC software or the USB mounted on the control panel for IX series.
*6 For connection to an IX Series control panel or PC software. The RJ45 connector on the main unit is used for connecting to the expansion unit.
*7 When a DL Series device is used. Contact KEYENCE for information on other interfaces.
*8 Includes a DL Series communication unit.

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IX Series Control Panel

Model

IX-CP50

Image

Display panel

5.7" TFT color LCD, 640 × 480 (VGA)

Backlight

Method

White LED

Duration

Approx. 50,000 hours (25°C 77°F)

Touch panel

Method

Analog resistive

Actuating force

0.8 N or less

Ethernet

Standard

100BASE-TX/10BASE-T *1

Connector

M12 4-pin connector *1

Languages

English/Japanese/German/Simplified Chinese/Italian/French/Spanish *2

Expanded memory

USB memory *3

Ratings

Power voltage

24 VDC ±10% (including ripple)

Current consumption

0.3 A or less

Environmental resistance

Enclosure rating

IP40

Ambient temperature

0 to +50°C 32 to 122°F (No freezing)

Relative humidity

35 to 85% RH (No condensation) *4

Drop resistance

1.3 m 4.3' onto concrete (2 times in an arbitrary direction)

Vibration resistance

10 to 55 Hz; double amplitude 0.7 mm 0.03"; 2 hours in each of the X, Y, and Z directions

Material

Main unit case: PC / Power connector: Brass + Ni plating /
Ethernet cable connector: Zinc + Ni plating, PA /
USB connector cover: EDPM / Pen holder: PC /
Adapter fixing hook: POM / LED lamp cover: PC / Mounting adapter: PC / Stylus: POM

Weight

Main unit: Approx. 450 g
With wall mounting adapter and stylus attached: Approx. 485 g

*1 Dedicated for use in connecting to the IX-1000/1050/H2000/H2050.
*2 Only English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese are supported when connected to the IX-H2000/H2050.
*3 Use only products recommended by KEYENCE.
*4 If the ambient operating temperature exceeds 40°C 104°F, use the product under conditions where the absolute humidity is 85% RH or less at 40°C 104°F.

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PC Software

Model

IX-H1

Image

System requirements

Interface

Equip the Ethernet (100BASE-TX) interface

OS

Either Windows 7 (SP1 or higher) Home Premium/ Professional/Ultimate or Windows 10 Home/Pro/ Enterprise Windows 11 Home/Pro/Enterprise must be pre-installed *1

Languages

English/Japanese/German/Simplified Chinese/Italian/French/Spanish *2

Processor

Compliant with OS system requirements

Memory capacity

Required capacity for installation

1 GB or more

Monitor

Resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels or higher, Display color: High Color (16 bits) or higher

Operating conditions

.NET Framework 4.5.2 or later installed *3

*1 Windows 7/Windows 10: Both 32-bit and 64-bit versions are supported.
*2 Only English, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese are supported when connected to the IX-H2000/H2050.
*3 If .NET Framework 4.5.2 is not installed, it will be automatically installed during IV-H1 installation.

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