NEW Self-Contained

Full-Spectrum Sensor
LR-W Series

FULL-
SPECTRUM
SENSOR
Stable Detection of
Changes in Appearance

LR-W
SERIES

LR-W Series
 PRESENCE AND ABSENCE

Part detection in a mould or die Rounded target detection on a moving conveyor

WHAT IS
A FULL-SPECTRUM
SENSOR?
A Full-Spectrum sensor features unmatched detecting
capabilities that allow it to complete the simplest to the
most complex applications with ease. The LR-W Series is
one such sensor that can truly handle the Full-Spectrum of
applications.

Product differentiation based on appearance Product treatment/coating verification

PRODUCT DIFFERENTIATION

2
REGISTRATION MARKS

Registration mark detection on film Registration mark detection on a rounded surface

White LED

NEW
Adjustable Beam Spot
Self-Contained
Full-Spectrum Sensor
LR-W Series Range Up To 500 mm

Confirming proper colour shade Differentiating very similar colours

COLOUR VERIFICATION

3
4
UNMATCHED
DETECTION CAPABILITIES

Superior Full-Spectrum Detecting Capabilities

500 mm Range with Adjustable Beam Spot

Automatic Light Power Control for Stable Detection

EASE-OF-USE

One Touch Calibration

User-Friendly Display

Easy Integration Into Any Setup

DURABILITY

Robust Metal Housing

Water Resistant

Dustproof

5
UNMATCHED DETECTING CAPABILITIES

Full-Spectrum Detection

Unlike conventional sensors which only

WHITE LED use a Red LED, the LR-W utilises a White
LED and the full colour spectrum. By
doing this, the LR-W can reliably and
RED LED stably differentiate a much wider range
of targets.

Spectrum of Light

Examples of targets the LR-W can stably detect

Targets with
Slight Colour Changes Metal Targets Tilted Targets

High Power White LED and Automatic Power Control

By utilising a High Powered White LED, the

LR-W ensures detection of dark targets.
For glossy targets, the LR-W features
an Automatic Power Control function
that optimises the sensor's power and
sensitivity to ensure stable detection.
*10 ms or slower response time is required for
Detecting Dark Targets Detecting Glossy Targets Automatic Power Control

500,000× High Dynamic Range

6
 Superior Detecting Distance with Adjustable Spot

Minimum
spot

3.5 mm 9 mm 18 mm

30 mm 100 mm 250 mm 500 mm

Easy Spot 500 mm

Adjustment Detecting
Range

With an impressive 500 mm range, the LR-W is able to solve applications that were once considered out of reach. The LR-W also
features an easy to adjust spot that can be widened or focused to provide the best detection based on the target. These two features
combine to make the LR-W a truly all-purpose solution.

Auto Tuning Ensures Best Detection Method

AUTO TUNING COLOUR COLOUR + INTENSITY

Colour

Brightness

Surface Finish

By using the Auto Tuning function, the LR-W accounts for a target's colour, brightness, and surface finish to determine which
detection method is best suited for the given application. This helps to ensure stable detection regardless of target variations.

7
EASE-OF-USE

Simplified Calibration

The LR-W can easily perform three

different types of calibration. Users
can choose from One-Point
(1-P), Two Point (2-P), and Master
Calibration.

Product Differentiation Registration Mark Detection Varying Colour Detection

1-P Calibration AUTO TUNING 2-P Calibration Master Calibration

One simple press is all that is needed to Detect difficult registration marks with a Innovative tuning option to set clear
stably match a specific product. simple Two-Point (2-P) Calibration. thresholds for target variation.

Master Calibration/
Master Addition Calibration
Colour inconsistencies, vibration, worn surfaces, and tilting or
angling of targets can all lead to unstable detection. Master
Calibration allows user's to teach the sensor these variations in
advance. Master Addition Calibration enables conditions to be
Products fluttering on conveyor belts Color variances within products easily added as they arise.

8
 Intuitive Display and Indicators

Clear Display Highly Visible

Indicator

The LR-W features a highly visible 7-segment display that The highly visible indicator is bright and can clearly be seen
provides constant feedback, as well as indicators to show from long distances.
detection mode and stability.

Seamless Integration

Bipolar Outputs M12 Quick

Disconnect
NPN PNP

Same model

NPN/PNP switching output

The LR-W has selectable NPN or PNP outputs in the same The LR-W Series offers a standard M12 4-pin quick disconnect
unit, making it easy to standardise on different machine types. option for easy wiring.

Standard Mounting Holes Adjustable

Brackets
25.4 mm

The LR-W features a standard mounting pitch of 25.4 mm, If flexible mounting is required, an adjustable mounting
allowing it to easily mount on existing brackets. bracket is also available.

9
DURABILITY

High Environmental Resistance

Washdown Dust and

Resistant Dirt Resistant

The LR-W Series meets the requirements of IP65 and IP67 These IP Ratings also allow the LR-W to perform in dusty or
for areas requiring washdown. dirty environments.

Robust Housing

Die Cast Metal Secure

Housing Mounting

The die cast metal housing can withstand impact from The rigid metal housing of the LR-W allows for secure
products, tools, or workers. mounting without the fear of damage to the unit.

10
MU-N
Series
Multi-Sensor
Controller
The LR-W Series can be connected
to the MU-N to allow for increased
functionality.

Various Output Options Rich OLED Display

1 Output (16 banks) Value at ON Peak during ON

Selectable
Parallel 4 Outputs (2 banks)
I/O
Binary 15 Outputs (No bank)

Analogue 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 10 V

The MU-N Series controller offers customisable I/O. The combination of an OLED and 7-Segment Display
This includes both control outputs and a voltage/ allow users to quickly view data in real time. The MU-N
current analogue output. also has the ability to display live graphs for easy
machine monitoring.

Network Compatibility Settings Back-Up Function

Backs up setting Sensor Replacement

information

Enable copying and

writing of data via
wide varieties of
communication Copies the setting to a
protocols. new sensor

By pairing the MU-N Series with the KEYENCE NU Series, The Settings Back-Up Function allows users to save
users can transmit data over a standard industrial sensor settings on the MU-N and quickly transfer them
network. Compatible networks include EtherNet/IP™, to new sensors that are attached.
EtherCAT, and PROFINET.

11
 Related Products

LR-Z Series
Part presence
regardless of
varying colours

LR-T Series
Welding cell
target detection

When colour/
contrast needs LR-T Series

to be ignored Metal level

detection
Distance-based measuring principles
enable stable presence detection of any
object.

CMOS Laser Sensors

LR-Z LR-Z
SERIES Detecting Distance [35 to 250 mm]

Best in class detecting ability

Transparent object detection

Stainless steel body with IP69K rating

TOF Laser Sensors

LR-T LR-T
SERIES Detecting Distance [0.06 to 5 m]

Max. 5 m detecting distance

Custom IC for superior detecting capabilities

Metal body with IP65/IP67 enclosure rating

12
 Lineup
Type Detecting distance Min. spot diameter Light source Model Weight

Cable Approx.
LR-W500
(2 m) 170 g

Adjustable spot

●
Approx. ø3.5 mm
(at detecting distance of 100 mm)
White LED
●
Approx. ø9 mm
30 to 500 mm (at detecting distance of 250 mm)
●
Approx. ø18 mm
(at detecting distance of 500 mm)

M12 connector Approx.

LR-W500C
(Cable sold 110 g
separately)

Mounting bracket Attachment

Type Model Material / weight Type Model Material / weight

SUS304,
Standard
SUS304 Lustre PMMA,
mounting bracket
OP-88021*1 Approx. canceling LR-WA1*1 *2 etc.
for LR-W Series
110 g attachment Approx.
(M3 screw × 2 supplied)
5g

*1 When using LR-WA1, detecting range may decrease on targets with low reflectance.
Zinc nickel plating, Perform sufficient checks in the actual installation environment.
Adjustable bracket
etc. *2 When using the LR-WA1, the enclosure rating (IP65/IP67) is not met.
for LR-W Series OP-88023
Approx.
(M3 screw × 2 supplied)
110 g

Adjustable bracket Iron nickel plating

locking screw OP-88024 Approx.
(105 mm) 140 g

*1 The 4-pin M12 connector type may not be mounted in the orientation shown in the picture (connector
downward). Confirm the dimensions and surroundings carefully.

Cable
Appearance Cable material Sensor side Cable end Length (m) Model Weight

2 OP-75721 Approx. 60 g

Cable:
5 OP-87272 Approx. 125 g
PVC (Polyvinyl chloride)
M12 4-pin
10 OP-85502 Approx. 230 g
straight

2 OP-87636 Approx. 75 g
Cable:
PUR (Polyurethane)
10 OP-87637 Approx. 330 g
Loose wires
2 OP-75722 Approx. 65 g

Cable:
5 OP-87273 Approx. 130 g
PVC (Polyvinyl chloride)
M12 4-pin
10 OP-87274 Approx. 235 g
L-shape

2 OP-87640 Approx. 75 g
Cable:
PUR (Polyurethane)
10 OP-87641 Approx. 330 g

13
 Controller
Type Control output External input Analogue output Model Weight

1 output max.
Main unit (control output / external input MU-N11 Approx. 70 g
selectable)

4 standard outputs max. 5 inputs max.

(15 outputs available using (three of the five inputs can be
binary logic) switched to control outputs)

Expansion unit — MU-N12 Approx. 70 g

Power supply cable for MU-N Series

Appearance Applicable unit Cable material Cable end Controller side Length (m) Model Weight
8-core loose wires MU-CB8 Approx. 150 g
Main unit
4-core loose wires MU-CB4 Approx. 120 g
2
6-core loose wires MU-CB6 Approx. 130 g
Expansion unit
2-core loose wires MU-CB2 Approx. 100 g
PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) Connector

M12 4-pin
Main unit 0.3 MU-CC4 Approx. 30 g
straight

Cable is not included with the controller. Please purchase it separately.

Sensor-to-controller cable (for 4-pin M12 connector type)

Appearance Cable material Sensor side Controller side Length (m) Model Weight

2 OP-88025 Approx. 75 g
M12 4-pin
straight
10 OP-88026*1 Approx. 280 g
PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) Connector
2 OP-88027 Approx. 75 g
M12 4-pin
L-shape
10 OP-88028*1 Approx. 280 g

*1 The 10 m cable includes one spare connector for the controller side.

Connector set for sensor-to-controller connection

Appearance Type Applicable model Model Weight

LR-W500
For PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) cable OP-75721 / 87272 / 85502 OP-88029 Approx. 3 g
OP-75722 / 87273 / 87274

OP-87636 / 87637
For PUR (Polyurethane) cable OP-88030 Approx. 3 g
OP-87640 / 87641

This set is required when the sensor cable end is loose wire or when the sensor-to-controller cable is cut.

Controller mounting options

Appearance Type Description Model Weight

Allows the main unit to be mounted without a

Mounting adapter (for main unit) OP-76877 Approx. 11 g
DIN rail.

Used to secure the main and expansion units

to DIN rail from both ends.
End unit (for expansion) OP-26751 Approx. 15 g
End units must be used when an expansion
unit is connected. (2 pieces included)

14
 Sensor specifications
LR-W500 LR-W500C
Model
2 m cable type M12 connector 4-pin type
Detecting distance 30 to 500 mm
Adjustable spot
Approx. ø3.5 mm at 100 mm
Min. spot diameter
Approx. ø9 mm at 250 mm
Approx. ø18 mm at 500 mm
Response time*1 200 μs / 1 ms / 10 ms / 100 ms / 500 ms selectable
Light source White LED
Mutual interference reduction function Up to 2 units with alternate frequencies set
Timer OFF / ON delay / OFF delay / One-shot
Power voltage 10 to 30 VDC, including 10% ripple (P-P), Class 2 or LPS
Power supply 65 mA or less (without load) at 24 VDC;
Current consumption*2
120 mA or less (without load) at 12 VDC
NPN open collector / PNP open collector selectable
Control output 30 VDC or less, 50 mA or less, remaining voltage: 2 V or less
N.O. / N.C. selectable
I/O*3 Tuning / laser emission stop selectable
Short circuit current: 1 mA or less for NPN / 2 mA or less for PNP
External input
For the applied voltage, see the wiring diagrams in the instruction manual.
For the input times, see the time charts in the instruction manual.
Protection circuit Protection against reverse power connection, power supply surge, output overcurrent, output surge, and reverse output connection
Enclosure rating IP65 / IP67 (IEC60529)
Ambient light Incandescent lamp: 10000 lux or less, Sunlight: 20000 lux or less
Environmental Ambient temperature -20 to +50°C (no freezing)
resistance Ambient humidity 35 to 85%RH (no condensation)
Shock resistance 1000 m/s2 in X, Y, Z axis directions respectively 6 times
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz Double amplitude 1.5 mm in the X, Y, Z axis directions respectively, 2 hours
Case : Zinc die cast (Nickel chrome plating), Indicator cover: PPSU, Buttons: PES
Lens cover and display : PMMA (scratch-resistant coating), Cable bushing : PBT
Material
Cable (2 m cable type only) : PVC, Spot adjustment dial: Iron (triiron tetraoxide coated)
Connector ring (4-pin M12 connector type only): PMP, Connector socket (4-pin M12 connector type only) : PEI
Weight Approx. 170 g (including cable) Approx. 110 g
*1 When alternate frequencies are set, the response time increases by approximately 20%. *2 195 mA or less (at 10 V, with load)
*3 IO-Link : Specification v.1.1/COM2 (38.4 kbps) is supported. The setup file can be downloaded from KEYENCE website (http://www.keyence.com).
If you are using the product in an environment in which you cannot download files over the Internet, contact your nearest KEYENCE office.

50
Reference data of distance vs. Spot
diameter 45
spot diameter (Typical) (mm)
40
35

Focused at 100 mm 30
25
Focused at 200 mm
20
Focused at 300 mm
15
Focused at 400 mm
10
Focused at 500 mm
5
Reference for minimum spot diameter 0 Distance
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 (mm)

I/O circuit Diagrams

Control output circuit Input circuit

When NPN is selected When NPN is selected

➀ Brown ➀Brown
10 to 30 VDC 10 to 30 VDC
Load
protection circuit

Main circuit
Main circuit

Overcurrent

➃ Black ➁White

PLC, etc.
➂ Blue ➂Blue
0V 0V

When PNP is selected When PNP is selected

M12 Connector
➀Brown ➀Brown
10 to 30 VDC 10 to 30 VDC pin layout
protection circuit

Main circuit

PLC, etc.
Main circuit

➃Black
Overcurrent

2
➁White
3 1
Load

➂Blue ➂Blue 4
0V 0V

15
 Controller specifications
MU-N11 MU-N12
Model
Main unit Expansion unit
Single output : 300 μs / 1.1 ms / 11 ms / 100 ms / 500 ms selectable
Response time
Multiple output : 2 ms / 3 ms / 11 ms / 100 ms / 500 ms selectable
Mutual interference reduction function Up to 2 units with alternate frequencies set
Timer OFF /OFF delay / ON delay / One-shot
Power voltage 24 VDC, ripple (P-P) 10% or less, Class 2 or LPS
Power supply
Current consumption 135 mA or less (without load)*1 120 mA or less (without load)*2
4 outputs max.
NPN open collector / PNP open collector selectable
Control output 24 VDC or less, main unit : 50 mA or less*3, expansion unit : 20 mA or less
Remaining voltage: 2 V or less
N.O. / N.C. selectable

5 inputs max. (three of the five inputs can be switched to control outputs)
External input Short circuit current : 1 mA or less for NPN / 2 mA or less for PNP
I/O
For the applied voltage, see the wiring diagrams in the instruction manual.

1 output max. (control output / external input selectable)

Current output/voltage output selectable
Current output : 4 to 20 mA
Analogue output —
Maximum load resistance : 450 Ω
Voltage output : 0 to 10 V
External load resistance : 5 kΩ or more
Protection circuit Protection against reverse power connection, power supply surge, output overcurrent, output surge, and reverse output connection
Unit expansion Up to 4 units per main unit*4
Ambient temperature -20 to +50°C (no freezing)
Ambient humidity 35 to 85%RH (no condensation)
Environmental resistance
Shock resistance 1000 m / s2 in X, Y, Z axis directions respectively 6 times
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz Double amplitude 1.5 mm in the X, Y, Z axis directions respectively, 2 hours
Material Case and dust cover : Polycarbonate, Button : Polyacetal, Display panel : Acrylic
Weight Approx. 70 g
*1 335 mA or less (when 4 outputs are used, with load) *2 200 mA or less (when 4 outputs are used, with load) *3 20 mA or less when an expansion unit is connected.
*4 Contact KEYENCE in cases of expansion using models other than the sensor amplifiers supporting N-bus (generic name for KEYENCE's simplified wiring system) including the MU-N Series and the NU Series communication unit.

I/O circuit diagrams

Control output circuit Input circuit Analogue output circuit *

When NPN is selected When NPN is selected

Brown*(➀) Brown*(➀) Brown(➀)

24 VDC 24 VDC 24 VDC
Load
Overcurrent protection circuit

White (➁)/Orange/
Grey/ Pink/Purple White (➁)
Main circuit
Main circuit

(When external input is selected) (When analogue output is selected)

Main circuit

Analogue current /
voltage output circuit
Black(➃)/White(➁)/
Orange/Grey
(When control output is selected) Analogue input device
PLC,
etc.
Blue*(➂) Blue*(➂) Blue(➂)
0V 0V 0V

When PNP is selected When PNP is selected Pin layout

when the M12 connector (4-pin)
Brown*(➀) Brown*(➀)
24 VDC 24 VDC cable is used
Overcurrent protection circuit

Black(➃)/White(➁)/ PLC, etc. 2

Orange/Grey
(When control output is selected) 3 1
Main circuit

Main circuit

4
White (➁)/Orange/
Grey/Pink/Purple
(When external input is selected)
Load

Blue*(➂) Blue*(➂)
0V 0V

* MU-N11 only

16
Dimensions Unit: mm

Dial
LR-W500
Button

11.4 11

Indicator
13

18.5

24.6 38.1 1.6 11.25

11 35.3 5.35
1.6

Centre of
emitted light Button Button

STB C I
25.4
46.7 45.2
28.7 32.2
Display
14.9 13.3
Centre of
received light

45°
°
135 ø4.0, 4-core × Brown/
Reference surface 45°
Blue/Black/White 0.20 mm2
for detecting distance 2 × ø3.2
Cable length: 2 m
°
90

33.8

Dial
LR-W500C
Button

11.4 11

Indicator
13

18.5

24.6 38.1 1.6 11.25

11 35.3 5.35
1.6

Centre of
emitted light Button Button
STB C I

46.7 25.4 45.2

32.2
28.7 Display
14.9 13.3
Centre of
received light
12.5

Reference surface 2 × ø3.2

for detecting distance

M12 connector
Pin layout

15.6 2
3 1
28.4 4

17
 Dimensions

OP-88021 OP-88021 + LR-W500 Angle non-adjustable area when OP-88021 is used

52
4.5
4.5 ø6.3
26.5
52.6
9 12.5
7
4.5 Centre of emitted light
5) 6 9 11 11 9
2.2
-R Reference surface for detecting distance 0.6
(6 (50°)
14° 14° Centre of emitted light 29
3.5
3.5

2 -R

°
2-R .9 29 °
39
2

20 ø Centre of received light

°
Non-adjustable area

36

36°
Rotational centre of Non-adjustable
main body area
(4-R1.75) 67
(33.4) 25.4 62.8 Non-adjustable
Non-adjustable area area
42
44.7
30.9

36°
42

36°
16
2-

°
R

29
29
4

°
25 2-M3 × 0.5 (50°)
6.1 45.9
SUS304 SUS304
Plate thickness: 3 Plate thickness: 3

OP-88023 OP-88023 + LR-W500 OP-88023 + OP-88024 + LR-W500

Hexagon socket head cap screw 35.8 ø20.1, ø24

(M5, Length: 15 mm,
25.4 spot facing 17.9 17.9
Across flats: 4 mm, depth: 1.8
4×M3 P=0.5
Iron nickel plating)
23.7 22.6 Reference surface for 23.7 22.6
36.9 17.9 Reference surface for
19.5 detecting distance detecting distance
25.4
23.7
ø27 17.4 3.2 ø22 Centre of emitted light

Centre of 2.7
Nut (M5, Iron nickel plating) 18.2 4.8 20.8
emitted light
11.1
20.8 2.7 26
SUS304
11.1 Centre of
26 received light

Centre of
received light

12.5 29.1
3.3 12.5 29.1

12.5 4.4 Zinc nickel plating 19.5 42.7 3.3 19.5 42.7 3.3

OP-88024 LR-WA1 + LR-W500 When OP-88023 + OP-88024 + LR-W500C Warning for when an
+ L-shape type M12 connector are used M12 connector type is used

Rotational centre When mounting the unit as shown

of main body in the figure below (connector
2 × ø24, thickness: 2.5 downward), carefully check the
24.2 (24.6) surroundings for any objects that
(40)
might interfere with the connector
Reference surface for cable.
M12 × P1.75 detecting distance
R2
3.
5

ø12 Centre of emitted light

Centre of received light

105
64.7
Across flats: 18, (48.1) 45 31.8
thickness: 10 28.7 64.7
16.8
14.9
3.5

15.2
R2

Iron nickel plating

1.3 13
)
(R73.9

11 3.3 (38.1)
33.7 33.7

18
 Unit: mm

MU-N11 (Main unit) MU-N12 (Expansion unit)

28 28

Maximum when MAX. Maximum when MAX.

cover is open: 135° cover is open: 135°
108 108

(41.9) 36.9 (41.9) 36.9

15.8 16 15.8 16
28 28
19.5 23.7 35.4 19.5 23.7 35.4

78.4 21 78.4 21

PVC: 8.9 min. PVC: 8.9 min.

PUR: 28.2 min. PUR: 28.2 min.

15.5 min. 15.5 min.

When mounting adapter is attached (OP-76877, optional, sold separately) When the communication unit is connected without using a power supply cable

28

18.8 19

27.2 5 Maximum when

2 × ø3.4 cover is open: MAX.
108 135°
34 15

(41.9) 36.9
2×(4.4 × 3.4)
15.8
24 22 28

19.5 23.7 35.4

15

28.6 78.4 8.2

35 PVC: 8.9 min.

Back of mounting adapter PUR: 28.2 min.

When expansion units are connected End unit (OP-26751, optional, sold separately)

End unit End unit *1

When mounted on a DIN rail

(22.6) 20.8

9.2 35.4

53.8

6 L 6

*1 End units must be used No. of expansion units L

when an expansion unit
is connected. (Optional) 1 28
2 56
3 84
4 112
5 140

19
 ■ Dimensions Unit: mm

M12 connector cable for sensor

OP-75721 / 87272 / 85502 OP-75722/87273/87274

M12

43 OP-75721:2000/OP-87272:5000/OP-85502:10000
33.8 OP-75722:2000/OP-87273:5000/OP-87274:10000
ø14
M12

ø14 28.2
ø4.0 (4 × 0.20 mm2)
ø4.0 (4 × 0.20 mm2)

OP-87636 / 87637 OP-87640/87641

44 OP-87636:2000/OP-87637 :10000 M12 OP-87640 : 2000/ OP-87641 : 10000

ø14.8
8°
M12

ø14.8 27.4

ø4.7 (4 × 0.34 mm )2 34.5 ø4.7 (4 × 0.34 mm2)

No. Colour
Pin layout 2 Brown
➀
1 3 ➁ White
4
➂ Blue
➃ Black

Power supply cable for MU-N

MU-CB8 / CB4 / CB6 / CB2 MU-CC4

2000 300
45

ø14

MU-CB8 :ø5.5 (8 × 0.35 mm2) ø5.5 (4 × 0.35 mm2) M12

MU-CB4:ø5.5 (4 × 0.35 mm2)
MU-CB6:ø5.5 (6 × 0.35 mm2)
MU-CB2:ø5.5 (2 × 0.35 mm2)
No. Colour M12 Connector
Brown pin layout
➀
➁ White
2
➂ Blue 3 1
➃ Black 4

Sensor-to-controller cable (4-pin M12 connector type)

OP-88025 / 88026 OP-88027/88028

M12

43 OP-88025:2000/ OP-88026:10000 33.8 OP-88027:2000/ OP-88028:10000

ø14

M12
28.2
ø14
ø4.0 (4 × 0.20 mm2) ø4.0 (4 × 0.20 mm2)

X X Y Colour Y X X Y Colour Y
Connector pin layout M12 Connector pin layout Connector pin layout
M12 Connector pin layout ➀ ➀ Brown ➀ ➀ Brown
➁ ➁ White ➀ 2 ➁ ➁ White ➀
2 ➁ ➁
1 3 ➂ ➂ Blue
➂
1 3 ➂ ➂ Blue
➂
4 4 ➃
➃ ➃ Black ➃ ➃ Black ➃

Warning for when an L-shape type

M12 connector is used
When the L-shape type M12 connector
is used, the cable is fixed in the
C A D D ATA D O W N L O A D
direction shown in the right figure. The
connector base cannot be rotated.
www.keyence.com/CADG

20
 Network communication unit NU Series

Open field network unit Options

Type Appearance Network Model Dimensions Model Type

OP-51504 STP (Shielded twisted-pair) cable 0.2 m

EtherNet/IPTM NU-EP1
OP-51505 STP (Shielded twisted-pair) cable 0.5 m

OP-51506 STP (Shielded twisted-pair) cable 1 m

Communication
unit
EtherCAT NU-EC1 [➝P. 23]

OP-51507 STP (Shielded twisted-pair) cable 3 m

OP-51508 STP (Shielded twisted-pair) cable 5 m

PROFINET NU-PN1
OP-51509 STP (Shielded twisted-pair) cable 10 m

The NU Series models also have the following communication units: CC-Link-compatible NU-CL1 and DeviceNetTM-compatible NU-DN1.

EtherNet / IPTM compatible communication unit: NU-EP1

Model NU-EP1
IEEE802.3 (10BASE-T)
Compliant standards IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX)
IEEE802.3af (Power over Ethernet, Class3)
10 Mbps (10BASE-T)
Transmission rate
100 Mbps (100BASE-TX)
Ethernet specifications
STP or Category3 or higher UTP (10BASE-T)*1
Transmission media
STP or Category5 or higher UTP (100BASE-TX)
Maximum cable length 100 m (between this unit and Ethernet switch)
Maximum number of
4 (10BASE-T) 2 (100BASE-TX)
connectable hubs*2
Cyclic communication
Supported functions
Message communication (Explicit message communication) supporting UCMM and Class 3
Number of connections 64
RPI (communication cycle) 0.5 to 10000 ms (Unit: 0.5 ms)
EtherNet/IPTM specifications
Tolerable communication
bandwidth for cyclic 6000 pps
communication
Conformance test Version A7 supported
Connectable sensor N-bus sensor amplifier*3
Number of connectable sensors 16 units max.*4
Sensor connection
Power supply Supplied from this unit via the sensor amplifier connector
specifications
Allowable passing current*5 1200 mA or less total
PoE power supply*6 Supplied voltage: 24 V±10%, supplied current: 360 mA or less*7
24 VDC±10%, ripple (p-p) 10% or less (when the power supply connector is used)
Power voltage
48 VDC (57 VDC max.) (when PoE power supply is used)
Power consumption 1500 mW or less (60 mA or less at 24 V)*8
Weight (including connector) Approx. 80 g
Accessories Instruction manual, power supply connector, end unit × 2
* The following KEYENCE PoE power supply units cannot be connected: [DT-100A] [DT-500] [NE-V08]
*1 Use an STP cable or a Category5 or higher UTP cable for the connection using PoE power supply function.
*2 When a switch is used, there is no limit to the number of connectable units.
*3 N-bus is the name of KEYENCE's simplified wiring system for sensor amplifiers.
*4 Varies depending on the sensor amplifier to be connected.
*5 This is the current value that can be supplied to this unit or the sensor amplifier connected to this unit.
*6 This is the power that can be supplied to the sensor amplifier when the PoE power supply function is used.
*7 Varies depending on the ambient temperature. (-20 to +45°C: 360 mA or less, +45 to +50°C: 260 mA or less, +50 to +55°C: 140 mA or less)
*8 Excluding the current supplied to the connected sensor amplifier.

21
 EtherCAT compatible communication unit: NU-EC1
Model NU-EC1
Compliant standards IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX)
Transmission rate 100 Mbps (100BASE-TX)
Ethernet specifications Transmission media Category5e or higher STP
Distance between nodes 100 m
Communication port RJ-45 × 2
EtherCAT communication Process data object communication (cyclic communication)
Supported functions
specifications Mailbox communication (message communication) CoE compatible
Connectable sensor N-bus sensor amplifier*1
Sensor connection Number of connectable sensors 16 units max.*2
specifications Power supply Supplied from the unit via a wiring-saving connector
Allowable passing current*3 1200 mA or less total
Power voltage 24 VDC ±10%, ripple (p-p) 10% or less
Power consumption 1700 mW or less (70 mA max. at 24 V)*4
Weight (including connector) Approx. 80 g
Accessories Instruction manual, power supply connector, end unit × 2
* EtherCAT is a registered trade name of BECKHOFF.
*1 N-bus is the name of KEYENCE's simplified wiring system for sensor amplifiers.
*2 Varies depending on the sensor amplifier to be connected.
*3 This is the current value that can be supplied to this unit or the sensor amplifier connected to this unit.
*4 Excluding the current supplied to the connected sensor amplifier.

PROFINET compatible communication unit: NU-PN1

Model NU-PN1
Compliant Standards IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX)
Transmission rate 100 Mbps (100BASE-TX)
Transmission media STP or Category5 or higher UTP
Ethernet specifications
Maximum cable length 100 m
Maximum number of
2
connectable hubs
Cyclic communication (Data I/O communication)
Supported functions
Acyclic communication (Record data communication)
Number of connectable controllers 1
Update Time 2 to 512 ms
PROFINET specifications
Version of GSDML Version 2.3
Conformance class Class A supported
Conformance test V2.2.4 supported
Applicable protocols LLDP, DCP
Connectable sensors N-bus sensor amplifier*1
Number of connectable sensors 16 units max.*2
Sensor connection
Power supply Supplied from this unit via the sensor amplifier connector
specifications
Allowable passing current*2 1200 mA or less total
PoE power supply*3 Supplied voltage: 24 V±10%, supplied current: 360 mA or less*4
24 VDC±10%, ripple (p-p) 10% or less (when the power supply connector is used)
Power voltage
48 VDC (57 VDC max.) (when PoE power supply is used)
Power consumption 1500 mW or less (60 mA or less at 24 V)*5
Weight Approx. 80 g
Accessories Instruction manual, power supply connector, end unit × 2
*1 N-bus is the name of KEYENCE's simplified wiring system for sensor amplifiers.
*2 Varies depending on the sensor amplifier to be connected.
*3 Indicates the current that can be supplied to the NU-PN1 and to the sensor units linked to the NU-PN1.
*4 This is the power that can be supplied to the sensor amplifier when the PoE power supply function is used.
*5 Varies depending on the ambient temperature. (-20 to +45°C: 360 mA or less, +45 to +50°C: 260 mA or less, +50 to +55°C: 140 mA or less)
*6 Excluding the current supplied to the connected sensor amplifier.

22
Dimensions Unit: mm

NU-EP1/PN1 25.6

29.4 15

38.5
(42.5) 20.3
15

(0.2)
43.5 35.4

94.5 17.6

NU-EC1
15.8 22.2

29.4 15

170°
1.9 max. Maximum when
the cover is opened
73.6
34.1
20.3
(38.5) 15

(0.2)

43.5 35.4

94.5 17.6

C A D D ATA D O W N L O A D

www.keyence.com/CADG

23
 LR-W
SERIES
Self-Contained
Full-Spectrum Sensor

www.keyence.com

Copyright (c) 2015 KEYENCE CORPORATION. All rights reserved. LRW_EU-WW-C-GB 1125-1 600H55 Printed in Japan