Applications of Photomicrosensors in Print Assembly and Detection Devices
Publish Date: November 1, 2025
Photomicrosensors are highly precise optical sensors widely used in various industrial applications, particularly in print assembly and detection devices. These sensors detect the presence or absence of objects with high accuracy, making them valuable for tasks such as positioning, counting, and quality control in automated production lines.
Photomicrosensors are applied in:
Key Applications
- Object Presence Detection: Detecting the presence or absence of sheets, labels, or components to avoid errors in print and assembly lines.
- Positioning and Alignment: Ensuring accurate alignment of materials for printing, cutting, or assembly processes to improve product quality.
- Sheet Counting and Monitoring: Automatically counting printed sheets or detecting marks to manage workflow.
- Speed and Rotation Monitoring: Monitoring machine parts such as rollers to control speed and synchronize operations.
- Quality Inspection: Identifying print defects or registration marks for automated quality control.
- Component Assembly: Detecting small parts during assembly to improve precision and reduce mistakes.
MISUMI Photomicrosensor Products
| Product Series | Features |
|---|---|
| Groove Type Connector / Pre-Wired Photomicrosensor (Non-Modulated Light) [EE-SX97/47/67] | Various shapes, 5 mm detection distance, through-beam sensing, NPN/PNP outputs |
| Thin Pre-Wired Photomicrosensor (Non-Modulated Light) [EE-SX77/87] | Compact thin design, visible indicators, DC 5-24V power supply |
| Wide Slot Width Connector Type Photomicrosensor [EE-SPX303N/403N] | Wide 13 mm slot, high noise immunity, reverse polarity protection |
| Limited Reflective Connector Type Photomicrosensor [EE-SPY31/41] | Stable detection for mirror surfaces, modulated light type, DC powered |
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