Why Choose the IMO FX3/0P-0A Photo-Electric Optical Fibre Amplifier?
The IMO FX3/0P-0A is a compact and reliable photo-electric amplifier for optical fibres designed for precise object detection in industrial automation and machinery applications. Part of the FX3 fibre-optic sensor amplifier series, it combines a slim DIN-rail housing with adjustable sensitivity and a high-speed PNP switching output.
The FX3/0P-0A operates from a 10–30 V DC supply and provides a PNP Light-ON / Dark-ON selectable output. Sensitivity is adjusted using a multi-turn potentiometer, allowing the amplifier to be configured for the connected optical fibre and application. Its sensing distance depends on the fibre arrangement, with the FX series providing an operative adjustment range of approximately 20–200 mm.
With a switching frequency of up to 1.5 kHz, a slim 10 mm housing width and an integrated 2 m PVC connection cable, the FX3/0P-0A is well suited to high-speed industrial detection applications. DIN-rail mounting simplifies installation inside control systems, while the visible red LED emission supports reliable sensing with compatible diffuse or through-beam optical fibres.
Key Advantages
- Compact optical fibre photo-electric amplifier for industrial sensing applications.
- 10–30 V DC operating voltage compatible with standard industrial control systems.
- PNP Light-ON / Dark-ON selectable output for flexible control integration.
- High switching frequency of up to 1.5 kHz for fast object detection.
- Multi-turn potentiometer provides precise sensitivity adjustment.
- Ultra-slim 10 mm wide housing enables space-efficient DIN-rail installation.
Key Features
- FX3 fibre-optic amplifier series.
- Designed for use with compatible optical fibre sensing heads.
- PNP output with Light-ON / Dark-ON selectable operation.
- 10–30 V DC supply voltage.
- Up to 1.5 kHz switching frequency.
- Sensitivity adjustment by multi-turn potentiometer.
- Visible red LED light source.
- 2 m PVC cable connection.
- Compact 10 × 31 × 60 mm enclosure.
- DIN-rail mounting according to DIN/EN 50022.
Precise Optical Fibre Detection for Industrial Automation
Fibre-optic photo-electric sensing systems separate the electronic amplifier from the optical sensing point. Light is transmitted and received through compatible optical fibres, allowing sensing heads to be installed in confined or difficult-to-access machine locations while the amplifier remains conveniently mounted inside the control system.
The FX3/0P-0A provides adjustable sensitivity and fast PNP switching for reliable object and position detection. Its narrow DIN-rail enclosure allows multiple amplifiers to be installed alongside one another, making the FX3 series particularly useful for machines requiring several sensing points within limited control-panel space.
Typical Applications
- Industrial object and component detection.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- High-speed counting and presence detection.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Detection in confined or restricted machine spaces.
- Automated manufacturing and assembly equipment.
