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Contact Sensors / Liquid Leakage Sensors

How does the D7G-F Vibration Sensor prevent false detection of earthquakes?

If D7G-F Vibration Sensor is directly mounted on a machine that sways, can it still detect earthquakes?

What are the characteristics of the 1st and 2nd stage outputs of the D5R-1517 Inclination Sensor?

What is the setup procedure for D7F-C03 Vibration Sensor?

Can a single Liquid Leakage Sensor Amplifiers "K7L" detect more than one liquid leakage?

Can the Liquid Leakage Sensor Amplifiers "K7L" detect oil?

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Level Switches

How long is your longest Liquid Leakage Sensing Band? Also, how do you join two Bands together?

What all is included with an Electrode Assembly?

Which Controller model is best for simple liquid-level detection without pump control?

It seems that 61F's Floatless Level Controller electrodes are dirty and sensitivity has dropped. How?

Is there a protective cover available for using PS-3S Electrode Holder outdoors?

Can K7L Liquid Leakage Sensor be used as a substitute for 61F-GPN-V50 Water Leak Detector?

What's the difference between 61F-GP-N8H and 61F-GP-N8HY Floatless Level Controllers?

What is the two-wire operating principle of 61F-[]R Floatless Level Controller?

How does the Floatless Level Controllers "61F"operate when the power returns after power failure?

How do you mount F03-05 Electrode Band?

What is the voltage between electrodes of the Floatless Level Controllers "61F"?

What is the difference between PH-1 and PH-2 Underwater Electrodes?

Are there any points to look out for when changing over from 61F-APN Alternate Operation Relays to 61F-APN2?

Can two 61F Floatless Level Controllers and two Electrode Holders be used in the same tank?

How many types of Electrode Separators are there, and how are they mounted?

What is interelectrode resistance of 61F Floatless Level Controller?

Is it a problem if Electrode terminals are interconnected during use?

Are there any precautions to observe when controlling pure water with 61F Floatless Level Controller?

Is it possible to cut Electrodes? Also, do you sell any long Electrodes?

What kind of wiring is best to combine a 61F-GP-N Floatless Level Controller and float switch?

Is it possible to connect more than one 61F Floatless Level Controller to the same electrodes?

Why doesn't the indicator light up when I turn ON the power to 61F Floatless Level Controllers?

Is it acceptable to wire 61F's Floatless Level Controller electrode cable and power cable in the same duct?

Which 61F Floatless Level Controller is best to use for a Programmable Controller input?

Why is the long common electrode always grounded in the 61F's Floatless Level Controller connection?

Can a 61F-GPN-V50 Water Leak Detector and Electrode be used as a set?

I want to use an iron tank without using a ground electrode of the Floatless Level Controllers "61F".

Can PS-5S Electrode Holders be used to detect fluid level in warm (70 degree C) water?

How is the resistance between electrodes of the Level Switches measured?

Can 61F Floatless Level Controllers be used only for liquid level detection in order to output a signal?

Can you explain the wiring for combining 61F-G Floatless Level Controllers with an upper-limit float switch?

What does "operation resistance" mean?

How do I secure underwater Electrodes?

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Basic Switches

What is a Basic Switch?

What causes load short-circuiting and what can be done about it?

What causes insulation to deteriorate and what can be done about it?

Can I use AP-DV Drip-proof Terminal Cover mounted on Z-[]-B Basic Switches?

What is the protective structure?

I want to know the causes and solutions of contact failure.

The input is not entered into the Programmable Controller when the switch is pressed. Why is this?

The load does not turn ON when the Switch is pressed. Why is this?

Which Basic Switches are suitable as door switches?

The load will not turn OFF. Why is this?

The contacts occasionally open when they are in contact. Why is this and what can be done about it?

What is an actuator of Basic Switches and Limit Switches?

What is snap-action?

What is the degree of protection of Drip-proof Z-series Basic Switches?

What is a maintained contact in the Z-series Basic Switches?

Are there high-humidity models of Basic Switches available?

What relation is there between the contact spacing and the contact switching capacity?

What is Contact Switch? What features does it have?

How do you choose the correct Basic Switch?

How can I convert grams (g) for force in the operating characteristic to Newtons (N)?

What causes contact welding and what can be done about it?

What type of operation does the reverse-operation Z-15GM[][] Basic Switches perform?

Are there any Basic Switches or Limit Switches that can be used at high or low temperatures?

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Limit Switches

Is it possible to purchase only the head portion of WL Limit Switch?

Can the lever of a WL General-purpose Limit Switch be mounted on WLF2 Explosion-proof Limit Switch?

Can the mounting position of an actuator be changed?

Can WLNJ Limit Switch be used so that a bent coil spring becomes straight after striking the dog?

Is it possible to replace only the Actuator for WLNJ Limit Switches with a coil spring?

What are the different uses for WLNJ Limit Switches and WLNJ-30 Limit Switches?

What degree of protection is provided against water?

Are holding Limit Switches available?

Can the actuator of WL Limit Switch be mounted on other Limit Switches?

Is WL Limit Switch available with connectors?

What is the difference between the stainless steel and the stainless sintered alloy?

Are Limit Switches available that can be used outdoors?

What color is the operation indicator of WL Limit Switches?

What is the difference between one-side operation and both-side operation in WL Limit Switches?

What are the differences between WL[][]-2 Limit Switch and WL[][]-2N Limit Switch ?

Is the inscription "NEMA A600 TYPE 3.4 and 13" on WL Limit Switches the model number?

What is the difference between WL01CA2 Limit Switches and the WLCA2?

Are the Heads for WL Limit Switch all interchangeable?

What types of conduit openings of the Limit Switches are available?

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Push Buttons / Indicator Lamps

What are the terminal symbols?

Must a limiting resistor be connected to the LED of the lighting part?

What is the Socket Unit?

What is LED lighting?

What is "momentary action"?

What is an alternate action?

The lamp does not light up even when Illuminating Type Push Button Switches are pushed.

Does OMRON engrave or print the Legend Plates?

How much inrush current does a pushbutton lamp have?

Is a blue LED lamp available for A3C Push Buttons and M2C Indicator Lamps?

What is the difference between illumination only and colored illumination?

What is LED lamp illumination?

What is the Operation Unit of Push Buttons?

Can the Push Button Switches be used with the minimum load current?

What are Enable Switches (Enabling Components)?

Are there water-resistant pushbuttons?

What is incandescent illumination?

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Thumbwheel Switches

How can Spare Units be used?

What are the advantages to using connectors?

What is a Switch Unit?

What is an End Cap?

What is the configuration of the Thumb Rotary Switches?

What output signals do the Thumbwheel Switches supply in the process of switching numbers?

Can we set the digit of the Thumbwheel Switches to be dialed only in the range from 0 to 3?

Do the End Caps come included with the Switch?

What are Switches with a Component-adding Provision?

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Safety Limit Switches

What is a form lock mechanism?

What is a snap action?

What is the difference between the Safety Limit Switches and the General Limit Switches?

What is direct opening force (DOF)?

What is pretravel (PT)?

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Temperature Controllers

Please tell me of any precautions for extending the lead wires of a Temperature Sensor.

There seems to be a large error in the temperature of the Temperature Controller. Why is this?

What's the difference between a Pt100 and JPt100 resistance thermometer?

What is "Two PID Control"?

What is "Thermocouple"?

We need to start a fan when the temperature rises and stop it when the temperature drops.

What is "Heating and Cooling Control"?

What is P Action?

Does E53-S Solid-state Relays Output Unit have a zero cross function?

What happens if the Temperature Sensor terminals are connected with the wrong polarity?

What happens when the Controllers are in STOP mode before control is started?

What happens if the thermocouple lead wires or compensating lead wires are too long?

What should I use to extend the lead wires of the platinum resistance thermometer?

How do I wire ES2-HB Humidity Sensors and Controllers?

Can ES1B Infrared Thermosensors measure the temperature difference between two locations?

How do I program a one-shot output?

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Counters

Why is the display blank on a newly purchased H7E[]-N?

When a single pulse only is input in the Counter, why does the Counter convert the pulse into at least two?

What do the input conditions that are specified in the catalog for "voltage input" mean?

Why does the Counter not count when the input signal is input?

Why does the Reset Key on the H7E[]-N not function?

What do the input conditions that are specified in the data sheet for "no-voltage input" mean?

Can the batteries of the H7E[]-N be replaced?

Which Relays are compatible with the H7EC-N and H7ET-N Counters that use no-voltage input?

What is the relationship between the Counter's maximum counting speed and minimum signal width?

What is "Batch counting"?

What is the inrush current for Counters?

What Preset Counter models are available?

What is a Preset Counter?

What is a Total Counter?

What are Time Counters?

What are the differences between using a lithium battery and EEPROM for storing Digital Timer and Counter data when a power interruption occurs?

When the H7ET-N's Time Counters time range switch is set to 0.0 to 3999d23.9h, what is displayed after?

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Programmable Relays

ZEN Programmable Relays: What is the minimum product configuration needed to use the ZEN Programmable Relays?

ZEN Programmable Relays: What can I do with the Support Software?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Will the program inside the ZEN be cleared when the Memory Cassette is removed?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Can relays be replaced?

ZEN Programmable Relays: How does a calendar timer function?

ZEN Programmable Relays: I have connected a contact to a loopback, but it doesn't operate correctly.

ZEN Programmable Relays: Why can't I set the parameters for the timer, counter, etc?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Is it possible to connect an NPN sensor?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Can I use the same output relay (normal output) on multiple lines?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Is there a password function?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Is it necessary to revise the ladder program in order to change the set values?

ZEN Programmable Relays: How long is the cycle time for the program inside the ZEN?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Is it possible to make pulse-output operation using weekly timer?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Is the program cleared when the capacitor discharges?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Can I revise the program during operation?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Do you need to redo the day settings each time the year changes?

ZEN Programmable Relays: What is the parameter range for the timers?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Is it possible to protect certain parameters?

ZEN Programmable Relays: How do I program a normally ON contact?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Is the Battery Unit absolutely necessary?

ZEN Programmable Relays: How does a weekly timer function?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Can you set a weekly timer to turn ON for a period that exceeds one day?

ZEN Programmable Relays: What is the switching capacity of the relay?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Can I use AC 2-wire sensors?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Is the operation of the ZEN and Programmable Controller ladder programs different?

ZEN Programmable Relays: Can I use timers, counters, weekly timers, and calendar timers all at the same time?

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Programmable Controllers

What is the difference between the different operating modes of the Programmable Controllers CPU Unit?

Is there an instruction that can be used in a subroutine to turn OFF an output bit that was turned ON?

When I turn ON the power to Programmable Controllers, two ruled lines appear on the Programming Console.

How will Programmable Controllers behave if the power supply voltage drops momentarily?

Can I continue to use CQM1-CIF01 or CQM1-CIF02 Peripheral Port Connecting Cable that I am currently?

What problems will occur if I mistakenly set CQM1 Programmable Controllers as the device type when programming?

When we communicate with Personal Computer at Programmable Controller Peripheral Port, which is faster?

Is there Programmable Controller simulation software?

How can we convert SYSMAC Support Software file SP1 by CX-Programmer FA Integrated Tool Package?

What support software does provide programming for the C500?

What are FINS commands?

When I use C120-LK201-EV1 Host Link Units with C60P Programmable Controllers, a communications error occurs.

How can we use Programmable Controller Transistor Output distinguishing Sink Type or Source Type?

Using CX-Programmer FA Integrated Tool Package, how can we connect Programmable Controller via Ethernet?

What is the difference between CS1W-NC[]13 Position Control Units and CS1W-MC221 Motion Control Units?

Will a CS1-series Programmable Controller's program be lost if its backup battery is not replaced?

When I used C120-LK201-EV1 Host Link Units with C20P Programmable Controllers a communications error occurred.

Can we send string data from the Programmable Controllers via the RS-232C interface?

Is there a restriction on the number of C200H Programmable Controllers SYSMAC LINK Units that can be used?

Can we use the CX-Programmer with the C200H CPU?

What is the difference between CPM2C Programmable Controllers CPU Units with sinking outputs and sourcing outputs?

What is indirect DM addressing?

What system configuration is necessary to display the contents of 4-digit decimal data memory in Programmable Controllers?

What is a protocol macro?

How can the Programmable Controller "SYSMAC" be connected to a personal computer through a serial port?

What is the difference between C200H-ID216 Programmable Controllers’ input Units and C200H-ID218 Programmable Controllers' input Units?

What is the baud rate of the RS-232C communications port built in to CS1 Programmable Controllers CPU?

What is the minimum version of the CX-Programmer FA Integrated Tool Package required to operate?

With the CX-Programmer FA Integrated Tool Package, what is the procedure to transfer a program to a Memory Cassette?

What is the advantage of using index registers?

How do I create a program to input 2-digit BCD data from a digital switch to CIO 0.08 to CIO 0.15?

How do I make a program to transfer a 2.5-digit BCD data stored in the DM Area to display it?

When I transfer the program to CPM1A Programmable Controllers using the SYSMAC Support Software, a message appears.

There is a message saying that the new code is too large and cannot be transferred to the Programmable Controller.

How do I write a program that uses index registers and increment instructions to do an incremental count?

How do I write a program to operate a motor for a time directly proportional to the 1 to 5 VDC signal?

How do I create programming to use a DATA SEARCH (SRCH) instruction to find a certain product code?

Are there any cables available to connect the Programmable Controller (PLC) or the Programmable Terminal to a personal computer's USB port?

What does it mean when the “I” or “Q” is displayed in front of a bit address in a ladder program?

Can the same DM address be used for the first and third, or second and third operand in a math instruction?

What is the difference between a Holding Area bit and a keep bit or a KEEP instruction?

Can I program flickering back-and-forth between two outputs when a switch is ON?

What are push-on and push-off alternating bits?

How can I manually determine internal connections between COM terminals for Programmable Controller?

How do duplicated outputs work in a step program area?

My 8-second ON-delay timer program that uses a TIM instruction does not run properly. What is the problem?

How should I handle programs that have BCD subtraction operations that result in a negative number?

The address does not update correctly with IR1 in a program using the index register as shown in Figure 1.

What is the .opt file that is created with the .cxp file whenever I save a project?

Can CQM1 Programmable Controllers programs be used on CQM1H Programmable Controllers without modification?

In what cases will the RUN output on a Power Supply Unit turn ON?

What is the difference between the open collector and line driver used with a High-speed Counter Unit?

What is a CPU error and a WDT error (watchdog timer error)?

What instruction can I use to reverse the status of specific bits?

How do I program repeatedly turning a bit OFF for 1 second and ON for 1.5 seconds?

What products are recommended as substitutes for the C200H-CPU01 Programmable Controller?

How do I program an ON delay?

Omron CJ Software

CP1 Programing Software

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Safety Sensors

What is the muting function?

What is a self test?

What is ESPE?

What is FMEA?

What is a safety distance?

What is the self-diagnostic function?

What is the lockout status?

What is the protective height?

What is the smallest detectable object for F3SN series Safety Light Curtain?

What are the symbols for NC and NO contacts?

What Safety Sensors and Safety Light Curtains are available?

What is the interlock function?

What are Type 2 and Type 4?

What is an auxiliary output?

What is a manual reset?

What is an effective aperture angle (directional angle)?

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Safety Door Switches

When the Safety Door Switches are installed, is the direction of installation fixed?

What is a mechanical lock?

Do the indicator terminals for D4DL Safety-door Switches and D4BL have polarity?

What is diversity?

What is slow action?

What is D4NH Safety-door Hinge Switch?

What is a direct opening mechanism (forcibly opened contacts)?

What are the applications for D4BL Guard Lock Safety-door Switch release keys?

What is redundancy?

Do any Safety Door Switches comply with category 4?

What is the conduit section?

What are Safety Door Switches with adjustable head directions?

Where can D4BL-series Guard Lock Safety-door Switch be used?

What is a Guard Lock Safety-door Switch?

What are the main differences between F3SN-A Safety Light Curtain and F3SN-B?

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Solid-state Relays

What is the difference between phototriac and photocoupler isolation for the G3NA Solid-state Relay?

Does the input current change for Solid-state Relays with a wide rated input voltage?

Why is a switching time lag necessary for the forward and reverse operation of a three-phase motor?

What is counter-electromotive force (surge)?

What kind of applications can Power MOS FET Relays be used for?

What should be done about surge-absorbing circuits for AC-load Solid-state Relays?

What is bleeder resistance?

What is the zero cross function?

What is a snubber circuit?

Can Solid-state Relays for DC loads be connected to a negative power supply?

Can a DC load be used with Solid-state Relays for AC loads?

The Solid-state Relay (SSR) is too hot to touch. Does it have any trouble?

Why is the minimum load current for most Solid-state Relays specified at 0.1 A?

Is it possible to connect Solid-state Relays in parallel?

What is the relationship between the leakage current and the load voltage?

What are the characteristics of a triac and thyristor?

What are the main causes and solutions of the Solid-state Relays (SSR)'s failures?

Are Solid-state Relays unable to switch microloads?

What is the difference between triacs and thyristors?

The Solid-state Relay does not turn OFF. What is causing this and what can be done about it?

Is it possible to connect Solid-state Relays (SSRs) in series?

Are there Solid-state Relays available with NC contacts?

Should the load be connected to the LOAD or to the INPUT terminal?

What is the equation for calculating the heat radiated by Solid-state Relays?

The current is unstable when the power supply is switched using an Solid-state Relay. Why is this?

What is the difference between an Solid-state Relay and a power MOS FET?

Solid-state Relays Output Short-circuit Malfunction 2: What causes a Solid-state Relays output to short-circuit?

Solid-state Relays Breakdown Prevention: High Density or Gang Mounting. What is the relationship between the load current and the ambient temperature rating?

What is the difference between the input rated voltage and operating voltage for Solid-state Relays?

What should be done for a surge-absorbing circuit for DC-load Solid-state Relays?

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Timers

What will happen to the H5S, H5F, or H5L Time Switches if power is interrupted?

Which is priority given to the Timer's and Counter's reset input or signal (start) input?

Which models allow output for a zero set value using the ON-delay timer?

What method is used to set the H3CR-F8 Twin Timer to zero for checking sequence operations?

What is the method for turning the output ON and OFF at specific times for the whole year?

What is "Self-reset"?

Why is the Analog Timer's full-scale value and actual timed-out value different?

Part of the display of the timer or counter is already dark even though we just made the purchase. Why?

What is the difference between the Timer and the Time Switch?

What are time-limit contacts?

What does the time chart look like for a basic ON-delay operation (operating mode A)?

What does the time chart look like for a basic one-shot output operation (operating mode J)?

What does the time chart look like for a basic signal OFF-delay operation (operating mode D)?

Could you show me a delayed operation time-limit resetting circuit using Timers and Relays?

Which timer can be used as a substitute product for ATSS Pneumatic OFF-delay Timers?

Can H3CR-A Analog Timers produce a 0.5-second one-shot output when the power is turned ON?

Could you show me a repetitive-operation circuit using two Timers?

Is it possible for a Timer to continuously apply power?

What is a substitute product for H3CR-A8EL Solid-state Timers?

Can the time unit selector and the time range selector settings be changed while H3CR Analog Timers are operating?

Can any of the Digital Timers be used as a Twin Timer?

How does a Twin Timer work?

Can H5CX Digital Timers be used as a Twin Timer?

Why can't AC 2-Wire Proximity Sensors switch the Timers power supply?

How does the F-1 mode work for H5CX-B Digital Timers (2-stage time with forecast output)?

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Inverters

Can a single-phase motor be controlled by a 3G3EV Inverter with a single-phase 100-V input?

Can one Inverter be used to drive multiple motors?

Can an Inverter be operated and stopped using a magnetic contactor (MC)?

Power Supplies

What happens when the Power Supplies reach their life expectancy?

What is the maintenance forecast monitor on S8VS Switch Mode Power Supply?

What is the best way to estimate the amount of heat produced by the Power Supply?

What is life expectancy (Power Supplies)?

Why does the output indicator light only dimly?

How long does the inrush current from the Power Supply continue to flow?

What is parallel operation?

What are switching power supplies?

What precautions are necessary when mounting more than one S82J or S82K Power Supply?

What is the proper wiring method to use when wiring the input and output?

What factors should be considered when selecting Power Supplies?

What would happen if you mistakenly Short-circuit output terminals?

Are there any Power Supplies that use a battery as backup for momentary power interruptions?

Is Power Supplies' input side (primary) isolated from the output side (secondary)?

The fuse inside Power Supplies seems to have blown. Can I replace it myself?

What is Series operation?

What factors determine the electrolytic capacitor's service life?

What is the life expectancy of Power Supplies?

What is Backup operation?

What factors should be considered when selecting an industrial power supply?

Do mounting methods affect power supply operation?

Do diagnostics differ among power supplies?

What affects the operating life of a power supply?

What safety standards specifically apply to industrial power supplies?

What is the Class 2 rating on a power supply?

Why use a class 2 power supply?

What is the difference between overload and overvoltage protection?

What is power boost?

What are high-efficiency power supplies?

Can All Power supplies connect in Parallel or Series?

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Axial Fans

What are nominal values?

What are the meanings of inlet and outlet?

What precautions are necessary for wiring an Axial Fan?

What are insulation levels?

What precautions are necessary for installing products?

What accessories are available for the R87F and R87T AC Axial-flow Fans?

Should you mount the Finger Guard and Filter on either the label side of the Axial-flow Fan or on the rear side?

How can you protect Axial-flow Fans from burning?

What is thermal protection?

Are there any specific application methods that will extend the life of an Axial-flow Fan?

How do you define the service life of an Axial Fan?

What is impedance protection?

When is an Axial Fan estimated to be changed?

What is the flowrate?

Do both inlet and outlet installations have a cooling effect?

What is the maximum flowrate?

What is static pressure?

What is the maximum static pressure?

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Wiring Systems

Can the G6B-4-C Terminal Cover be placed on the G3S4 Terminal Solid-state Relay?

Is there a model of G7TC-O[][] Output Relay Terminal that use relays with NC contacts?

Rotary Encoders

What is the feature of the Gray code?

What timing is pulse signal of phase Z output?

What is "Absolute code"?

What is "Resolution"?

What is "Output circuit"?

Is there a line receiver used for the encoder of the line driver output?

How many meters of the cable of the Rotary Encoder are extended?

What is the difference between single-turn absolute Rotary Encoder and multi-turn absolute Rotary Encoder?

What happens if a coupling is not used?

What is the factor to miscount the output pulse of the incremental Rotary Encoder?

What is "Maximum response frequency"?

What are the precautions for mounting Rotary Encoders?

What is "Electric response rotation"?

How to mount the Rotary Encoder?

What are peripherals that can be connected with the Rotary Encoder?

What is the difference between incremental Rotary Encoder and absolute Rotary Encoder?

What is the factor to misread the output data of the absolute Rotary Encoder?

How far should the shaft be inserted into the coupling?

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Pressure Sensors

The zero-reset function of E8F2 Pressure Sensor does not work. What's causing this and what can be done about it?

What is linear accuracy of Pressure Sensors?

What is positive and negative gauge pressure?

What is atmospheric pressure?

For negative-pressure models, what is the relationship between pressure and output voltage?

Are the Pressure Sensors which can measure the pressure of liquids available?

What is an absolute vacuum of Pressure Sensors?

Are Pressure Sensors available that can measure pressure difference?

What is the relationship among units of pressure?

Piping is a lot of trouble. What Pressure Sensors do not require piping?

Are products which can control multiple pressures from a single location available?

What is the procedure for setting the pressure of E8F2 Pressure Sensor manually?

What is the procedure for setting auto-teaching for E8F2 Pressure Sensor?

What is the withstand pressure of Pressure Sensors?

What are the functions of the individual indicators and operation keys on E8F2 Pressure Sensor?

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Displacement Sensors/Measurement Sensors

How many Sensors can be connected when performing calculations for adjacent Sensors?

For what applications are the Reflective Line Beam Sensors most useful?

What is average processing (moving average)?

Is there a way to detect the deterioration of the LD laser diode?

How long does the Laser Diode (LD) last?

What types of reflection heads are available for each surface character of sensing objects?

How long can the cable for an Ultrasonic Displacement Sensor or Ultrasonic Sensor be extended?

What is the principle of regular reflection measurements?

Can the Actuator's Measurement Head of D5V Contact Displacement Sensor be replaced?

How can the analog signal output 4-20mA of the Displacement Sensors be covered to 1-5V?

What problems occur when measuring hot objects with Z300 High-precision Laser Profiling System?

Does ZX-SF Communications Interface have a baud rate of 9,600 bps?

Is the setting for the number of samples to average used for the linear output?

Can the ZX-L measure transparent objects?

The threshold value cannot be set. What is causing this, and what can be done to resolve it?

Is the timer function valid for all the HIGH, PASS, and LOW judgment outputs?

How far should E4PA Ultrasonic Sensor be separated from each other?

How are the gain switch functions AUTO, METAL, WHITE, and BLACK used in a Reflective Sensor?

How much does wind affect E4PA Ultrasonic Sensor?

What is the principle of diffuse reflective measurements?

What is the service life of Z300 High-precision Laser Profiling System?

What is the width resolution of the Z500 Ultrasonic Displacement Sensor?

How many times can the zero reset be used?

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Ultrasonic Sensors

What is linearity of Ultrasonic Sensors?

How does the reflection efficiency vary according to the type and the configuration of objects detected?

The Ultrasonic Sensor seems to be malfunctioning due to noise. What can be done to resolve it?

What happens when multiple Sensors are used and they interfere with each other? What can be done to resolve it?

What is the highest ambient temperature that the Ultrasonic Sensor can be used in?

What is a side lobe of Ultrasonic Sensors?

What is meant by the directionality of Ultrasonic Sensors?

How is the wiring performed for synchronous operation?

When using the Ultrasonic Sensors, what precautions are necessary for the surrounding environment?

What are the reflective and through-beam sensing methods?

What is a sensing area of Ultrasonic Sensors?

What is resonance of Ultrasonic Sensors?

What is synchronous operation?

What is mutual interference?

Which Sensors can be used for synchronous operation without causing mutual interference?

When a cover is placed on the Ultrasonic Sensor sensing surface, does it affect the sensing?

Which Ultrasonic Sensors have a long detection distance?

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Emergency Stop Switches

How can I replace the LED lamp for A22E Emergency Stop Switch with LED illumination?

What are the restrictions when soldering A165E series Emergency Stop Switches?

Why can't a Programmable Controller or Programmable Terminal be used for the safety circuit?

Can crimp terminals be used for wiring of A22E series Emergency Stop Switches?

What is a push-pull?

How do I replace the LED for Lighted A165E Emergency Stop Switch?

What is a safety lock mechanism?

What is a push-lock key reset?

What is a push-lock turn-reset?

Why does an Emergency Stop Switch use a NC contact?

What is "Auto-tuning"?

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Power Controllers

Which terminals should the G3PX Power Controller inputs be connected to?

What is a soft start?

If 200V is applied to the AC100V terminal, what will happen?

What is a Power Regulator?

What is the gradient setting?

Why is the same power supply used for both the circuit power supply and the load power supply?

Is it possible to use a three-phase power supply for single-phase G3PX Power Controllers?

Why does the constant-current model sometimes have all indicators ON?

What is the minimum load current value that can be set?

What is the constant-current function?

What wiring should be used between a Temperature Controller and the G3PX Power Controllers?

How should failure detection be wired?

What is phase control?

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Signal Converters

What are the part names and functions of K3SC-10 Interface Converters?

Machine Automation Controllers

Is the Power Supply Unit that is used on the CPU Rack and Expansion Rack for the NJ Series specifically?

Can I connect an NJ-series Controller to an NSJ-series Controller via Ethernet or a serial port?

If I want to run an NJ-series Controller without a battery, can I disable detection of the Low Battery?

According to the manual, the NJ501-1300 has a program capacity of 20 MB. How many K steps is 20 MB?

If I need 30 licenses for the Sysmac Studio, does that mean I need to purchase 30 DVDs?

In the Sysmac Studio, what is the difference between Save As and Export, and Open Project and Import?

While creating a program, the Sysmac Studio displays a duplicate name error. What causes this error?

I have the CX-One. Can I use this as the Support Software for the NJ Series?

If I want to use data tracing for internal variables, how do I enter them in the Sysmac Studio?

What is the maximum number of variables that can be monitored with a data trace in the Sysmac Studio?

Is there a table of instruction execution times for the NJ Series?

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RFID Systems

Can the V500-R521 Bar Code Readers laser be blocked with transparent acrylic boards or PET boards?

What features does the RFID System have compared to the barcode system?

Are there any RFID antennas available which are compatible with movable cables (robot cables)?

What is RFID system?

What is the width of narrow bars that can be read using the V520-R221 Bar Code Readers with a reading range?

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Measuring / Motor Protective Relays

Can the parameters of the K2CA Over Current Relay be changed during actual use?

What devices can be used in combination with the K2GS-B Earth-fault Directional Relay?

Please describe the current setting for the timing element in the K2CA Over-Current Relay(OCR).

Can SE Motor Protective Relays be used for motors with a rated current of 1 A or less?

Can the Motor Protective Relay "SE" be used in an inverter circuit?

How is an electrical current value of the heater calculated?

What precautions are necessary when the Motor Protective Relay "K2CM Series" is used in an inverter?

What is the approximate DC output voltage of an SET Current Converter?

What's the function of the K2CA-D Over Current Relay operation lock button?

How should you choose between the K2CA-DO Over-Current Relay and K2CA-DO3 Over-Current Relay?

How do you display power consumption with a counter?

How do you wire the KM20 Power Sensor and how do you mount the Current Transformer (CT)?

What is the KM20 Power Sensor?

How can you construct a power data collection system?

What is power consumption?

What does instantaneous operation mean for Motor Protective Relays?

What does "inverse-time operation" refer to in a Motor Relay?

Does an OTG Zero-phase Current Transformer have polarity?

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Vision Sensors / Machine Vision Systems

Can the camera cable for the F500 Vision Sensor be extended?

Why does the ERR signal come ON without displaying a Vision Sensor error message?

Console cables for Vision Sensors can be extended?

How can a stored image that is displayed on F160 Vision Sensor be re-measured?

Photomicro Sensors

What is the difference between the Photomicro Sensors for Automation System and the Built-in Type Photomicro Sensors?

What are the electrical and optical characteristics?

What are the absolute maximum ratings of Photomicro sensors built into Equipment?

What is the notation and terminology for a Phototransistor output?

What is the response frequency?

What are modulated and non-modulated of Photomicro sensors Used for Industrial Equipment?

How are the operation time and the recovery time of the Photomicro Sensors calculated?

What is the response time of Photomicro sensors Used for Industrial Equipment?

Can Photomicro sensors be used on locations subject to external light interference?

What is the difference between EE-1009 Connectors and EE-1001 Connectors?

What is the difference between EE-1010 and EE-1010-R Connectors with Cables?

What are the sensing position characteristics of Slot-type Photomicro Sensors?

Is there a way to convert NPN transistor output to PNP transistor output?

How large is the differential distance for Photomicro Sensors?

What are the dimensions of the slit for slot-type Photomicro Sensors?

Can the EE-SX671 Photomicro Sensor be used in a magnetic field?

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Digital Panel Indicators

Can one sensor with a 4- to 20-mA output be connected to two K3NX or K3TS Digital Panel Indicators?

How can a DC current of 1,000 A be measured with a K3NX Digital Panel Indicator?

The sensor is operating normally, but the K3NR Digital Panel Indicator's display is not changing. What is the cause?

What is an Averaging?

What is Simple Average?

What is Moving Average?

Let me know about the noise suppression of the Digital Panel Meter.

What kind of functions does the ThermoTools provide?

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Programmable Terminals

Can multiple Programmable Controllers (PLC) be connected to a single Programmable Terminal (PT)?

A message saying the system is being initialized is being displayed. How can I restore operation?

What method is used to store the screens in the NT30, NT31, NT620, and NT631 Programmable Terminals?

What Programmable Terminals backup batteries are available?

How can the NS-series Programmable Terminal's system program be reinstalled?

Which cable can I use to transfer the screen data or system program?

What Programmable Terminals can be used with the NT Support Tool?

Can the Programmable Terminal "NS" display a Ladder Logic of the Programmable Controller (PLC)?

Can a screen of the Programmable Terminal "NT" be created with the NS-Designer?

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Servomotors / Servo Drivers

What is the cause of the E23 error in an R88D-HT10 Servo Driver?

What is the procedure for manually adjusting gain when using a Servomotor?

Are there any Servomotors that have countermeasures against harmonics?

What models of Servomotors with decelerators are used with SMARTSTEP A-series Servo Drivers?

Is there a Servo System that has full-closed control?

How do you connect a Bosch Rexroth Servo Drive to an Allen Bradley PLC?

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Proximity Sensors

Why does mutual interference occur with Proximity Sensors?

Why does the influence with a surrounding metal of the Proximity Sensor occur?

What malfunctions occur if there is mutual interference with Proximity Sensors?

Please teach the principle of operation of Standard cylinder type Proximity Sensor the E2E Series.

What are notes in the idea of the repeat accuracy of the Proximity Sensor?

What happens if Proximity Sensors are used in high temperatures?

What malfunction occurs when the Proximity Sensor is wired by mistake?

What is the construction and the operating principle of the GLS Proximity Sensors?

What kind of consideration points does it have when the relay is connected to Proximity Sensors?

What are kinds of noises that influence the Proximity Sensor?

Are Proximity Sensors that can be used outdoors available?

What is "NO (normal open)"? What is "NC (normal close)"?

Please teach the principle of operation of capacitive proximity sensor the E2K type.

Is it possible to extend the cable of the Proximity Sensor?

What is the principle of operation of Long-distance Proximity Sensor the TL-L Series?

What is "Response frequency"?

What Proximity Sensors are available for applications that require heat resistance?

What malfunction occurs in the Proximity Sensor because of the influence of a surrounding metal?

Please teach the malfunction of the Proximity Sensor by the noise and the noise measures.

Is it possible to use the Proximity Sensor near the magnetic field (magnet)?

What is "Response time"?

Can General-purpose Proximity Sensors be used as the connection switch of F92A Inductive Couplers?

Why is it not possible to use Proximity Sensors that are not listed in the catalog as Transmittable?

Can a Capacitive Sensor detect charged objects?

What is the current consumption for 2-wire DC Proximity Sensors?

How many 2-wire DC Proximity Sensors can be connected to the input side of B7AP Power Couplers?

How do I interpret the catalog values for mutual interference with Proximity Sensors?

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General Purpose Relays

Do you have Relays with overlapping contacts?

What is the number of contact poles?

The Relay does not operate even when voltage is applied. Why is this?

Can MR2P Ratchet Relays be replaced with G4Q-212S Ratchet Relays?

What is the correct way of ordering Relays?

The Relay operates. However, there is no current flowing between the contact points. I want to know why?

An AC voltage of 200V was applied to a coil with rated voltage of 100VAC. Is there any problem?

A Relay burned out. Why is this?

Do you have Relays with MBB (Make Before Break) contacts?

Is there a socket with a terminal cover for G2R General-purpose Relays?

How do you find the maximum switching capacity?

What happens when the rated carry current is exceeded at the switching section (contact section)?

Does a switching capacity double when two contact points in the Relay are connected in parallel?

How long can LY2 AC200V General-purpose Relays withstand a momentary power interruption?

Is the bounce time included in the operating time and the release time?

How long can the MY2 AC100V General-purpose Relays withstand a momentary power interruption?

Are the Sockets and Relays terminal numbers the same?

Why do some Relays have different maximum contact currents and rated carry currents?

What other models can use the same Sockets as the G2R General-purpose Relays?

Has MY4N-CR General-purpose Relays become smaller?

Do you have Relays that can hold the contacts?

How do you use the durability curve?

How do you choose General-purpose Relays and Power Relays?

Can the PTF08A-E Socket be used with LY1 or LY2 General-purpose Relays?

What happens when the maximum allowable coil voltage is exceeded?

Are there restrictions on the direction that the MY General-purpose Relays can be mounted?

What is the difference between LY2N and LY2 General-purpose Relays?

What are the measures used to judge the General Purpose Relays' lifetime?

What is the approach to perform maintenance for Relays?

Can the same Sockets be used when MY2 General-purpose Relays is replaced with MY2N-D2?

What is the difference between MY4Z General-purpose Relays and MY4Z-CBG?

What happens if the maximum contact voltage is exceeded?

How can we consider the contact resistance in the minimum load area?

The clear relay case has turned black. Is there a problem?

Can any of MY2 General-purpose Relays switch 10 A at 100 VAC?

What Bifurcated-contact Relays are suitable for switching microloads?

Omron LY2N-DC24 base

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Fieldbus Communications

Modbus RTU vs. Modbus TCP comparison