NEW Network Compatible Pressure Sensor

AP-N Series

Pressure Sensors
Compatible with Multiple Network Protocols

-100.0

A -80.0
A
-60.0

B -40.0

C
-20.0

AP - N Series
 Pressure Sensors that
Combine Network Support and
Ease of Use

NEW

PLC

Communication unit

LV-NEO PS-NEO FS-NEO AP-NEO

Laser Sensor Photoelectric Sensor Fiberoptic Sensor Pressure Sensor

Compatible with a variety of Reliable even when using multiple sensors

open field networks All models feature an integrated
KEYENCE offers communication units compatible with heat sink to reduce the
open field networks in use around the world. temperature of the amplifier and
minimize the stress experienced
EtherNet/IP TM CC-Link by its internal components.

DeviceNetTM EtherCAT®

EtherCAT® is registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany.

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 Sensor Networking Advantages

Reduced installation time

Simplified
Wiring Simplified Wiring
Only one cable is needed to connect and
communicate with a PLC. This eliminates the time
consuming tasks associated with cable management
and wiring.
Zero Wiring

Improved predictive maintenance

and error identification

Reduced Downtime
Reduced
Downtime

Easily predict when maintenance is needed by

monitoring changes in pressure readings over time.
When an error occurs, quickly identify the errant ER ROR
sensor at a glance, significantly reducing downtime.

Visual Confirmation Automatic Consolidation

Improved work efficiency
Centralized
Management
Centralized Management
Sensor information can be automatically
consolidated, making logging data and performing
analysis simpler and error-free. This greatly improves
work efficiency.

Threshold
Simplified adjustments
Batch
Recalibration
Batch Recalibration Threshold

Sensor calibration and configuration data can be set

using a PLC. This simplifies the process of setting Threshold

multiple sensors and the replacement of damaged

units.

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 Network compatibility for a wide
variety of pressure sensor applications

Suction Confirmation
Suction pad wear monitoring
Conventionally, suction pads are replaced on a regular basis regardless of the
amount of wear. Now the degree of wear on the pads can be checked by monitoring
pressure values via a network, so that the pads can be replaced at the appropriate
time.

Batch modification of setting values during tooling changes

Tooling changes used to require considerable time spent modifying the settings of
multiple sensors one by one. Using network communication, all settings can be
written at once.

Electronic component suction confirmation

Hold function maintains minimum and maximum pressure values

The sensors automatically monitor pressure values, and the highest and lowest values can be displayed.

Peak Bottom Hold Function Usage Example

The sensors automatically sample the peak pressure value Checking the degree of wear on suction pads. The
during suction and hold the lowest value sampled. peak pressure values during suction decline as the
suction pads accumulate wear. Using the peak bottom
hold function, declines in pressure values can be
(kPa) checked easily via a network.

Peak bottom hold value

Without Suction With Suction Vacuum Break
Immediately after replacement: -80.0 kPa
-80.0
-70.0
-60.0 One month later: -80.0 kPa
-50.0
-40.0 Peak pressure
-30.0 value
Five months later: -75.0 kPa
Suction Pad
-20.0 Threshold Replacement
-10.0
0 Six months later: -70.0 kPa
Pressure value when suction on

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Source Pressure Confirmation Seating Confirmation
Simplifies startup and routine check procedures Prevention of improper seating
Source pressure management data, typically checked by By analyzing pressure data, slight pressure differences
operators when starting work, can now be easily between states of “proper suction” and “improper suction”
managed via an industrial network. can be detected. Even possible when checking whether
thin or delicate targets are seated properly. This simplifies
Energy saving methods the process of determining an appropriate set value.
Centrally manage variations in source pressure among
different processes, potentially saving energy.

Previously,
inspections were
Robot suction
conducted visually. conveyance

Compressor source pressure confirmation Metallic component seating

confirmation

Blow Pressure Management Leak Pressure Management

Improves quality by monitoring supplied pressure Traceability
The pressure of a supplied gas must be monitored to Data concerning leak volumes and leak speeds can be
maintain quality in the process environment. Solenoid logged over a network and managed, helping to enable
valves can be opened and closed at appropriate times by analysis of defects.
utilizing the pressure data via a network.

Analysis of defective workpieces

By keeping track of the blow pressure used to remove
particles, it is possible to identify unusual values when
defective workpieces are discovered.

Removal of foreign particles from metallic components Bottle leak inspection

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 The Industry’s Widest Variety
Compatible with various open field networks

*Communication units that support PROFINET and PROFIBUS are also available. Contact KEYENCE for more information.

Open field network

Communication Units NU Series

NEW

Multi-Sensor
Controller
EtherNet/IP TM
CC-Link DeviceNet TM
EtherCAT®

NU-EP1 NU-CL1 NU-DN1 NU-EC1A MU-N12

NEW

Digital Digital Digital Network Compatible All-Purpose Laser Full-Spectrum Clamp-On

Fiberoptic Sensor Laser Sensor Photoelectric Sensor Pressure Sensor Sensor Sensor Flow Sensor
FS-NEO Series LV-NEO Series PS-NEO Series AP-NEO Series LR-T Series LR-W Series FD-Q Series
More than Enhanced detection High environmental Space-saving Stable detection for Reliably detect color, No pipe modification
100 different types using long range resistance and easy design with a medium to long texture, and finish necessary, simply
for use in various lasers with visible installation for any compact amplifier range applications changes with a white clamp-on to existing
detection conditions beam spots environment and head LED pipes

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 FTP Client/Server Function PLC Data Collection/Transmission Monitoring

Uploading data from the PLC

(Temperature data and other logged data)

Downloading data to the PLC

(Parameters and other PLC data)

PC

Information network

Touch panel

PLC

Communication Units DL Series

NEW

Expansion for
communication units
Sensor input unit EtherNet/IPTM CC-Link DeviceNetTM EtherCAT®

NU-EN8N DL-EP1 DL-CL1 DL-DN1 DL-EC1A

Self-Contained
Self-Contained Miniature Self-Contained Multi-Purpose CCD High-Accuracy Inline Electrostatic
Photoelectric Sensor Photoelectric Sensor Proximity Sensor Laser Micrometer Digital Contact Sensor Sensor
PZ-G Series PR-M/F Series EZ Series IG Series GT2 Series SK Series
Versatile lineup of Robust and compact Cable protection for CCD thrubeam-type High accuracy Simultaneous
high-powered designs for stable excellent water and digital laser sensor measurement measurement of
sensors for any detection that lasts oil resistance with superior stability throughout entire static electricity,
scenario range temperature, and
humidity

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 Lineup

Sensor heads (Detection components)

Type Rated pressure Model Pressure port Appearance

AP-41M M3 male threaded

Negative pressure 0 to -101.3 kPa

Gauge pressure
AP-41

Compound pressure +101.3 to -101.3 kPa AP-44 M5 male threaded

Positive pressure 0 to +1 MPa AP-43

Differential
Compound pressure -101.3 to +101.3 kPa AP-48 R 1/8
pressure

Sensor amplifiers (Display devices) Communication units

Type Model Appearance Type Model Appearance

EtherNet/IPTM NU-EP1

Single output
AP-N10
type*
CC-Link NU-CL1

DeviceNetTM NU-DN1

EtherCAT® NU-EC1A
Dual output
AP-N10D
type*

8-Point eCON
Input unit NU-EN8N*
(NPN)

*There are no control output wires. The signals are acquired via network communication. * The NU-EN8N is used in combination with the NU-EP1/CL1/DN1/EC1A.

Accessories
Connection sizes
Type Model Appearance
Sensor side Pipe side

M3 ø4 ø0.16" OP-42220 M3
ø4 ø0.16"

T-shaped single contact joint ø4 ø0.16" OP-33156 M5

ø4 ø0.16"
M5

ø6 ø0.24" OP-33157 M5
ø6 ø0.24"

M5 M5
M5 OP-33155
M5
Threaded pipe joint M5
M5 R1/8
R1/8 OP-35388

M5
Reducer conversion joint M5 ø6 ø0.24" OP-33158 ø6 ø0.24"

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 Specifications

Sensor heads (Detection components)

Model AP-41M AP-41 AP-43 AP-44 AP-48
Application Gauge pressure Differential pressure
Type Negative pressure Positive pressure Compound pressure
Rated pressure 0 to –101.3 kPa 0 to 1 MPa +101.3 to –101.3 kPa –101.3 to +101.3 kPa
Proof pressure 500 kPa 1.5 MPa 500 kPa 500 kPa
Fluid type Air, non-corrosive gasses
Temperature characteristic ±2% of F.S. (When the temperature varies from 25°C 77°F)
Pressure port M3 male threaded M5 male threaded R1/8
Ambient temperature 0 to +50°C 32 to 122°F (No freezing)

Environmental Ambient humidity 35 to 85% RH (No condensation)

resistance Shock resistance 1000 m/s2 10 times in each of X, Y and Z directions, total of 60 times
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz double amplitude 1.5 mm 0.06", 4 hours in each of X, Y and Z directions

Case: PBT,
Material Screw: SUS303,
Cable: PVC

Weight (including cable) Approx. 68 g Approx. 70 g Approx. 98 g

Sensor amplifiers (Display devices)

Model AP-N10 (Single output type) / AP-N10D (Dual output type)
Connected heads AP-41M AP-41 AP-43 AP-44 AP-48
Standard mode 0.1 kPa 0.001 MPa 0.1 kPa 0.1 kPa
Display resolution
High resolution mode 0.01 kPa 0.1 kPa 0.01 kPa 0.01 kPa
Configuration/Display range -15 to +110% of F.S.
Repeatability ±0.2% of F.S.
Display temperature characteristic ±1% of F.S. (When the temperature varies from 25°C 77°F)
Response time (Chattering prevention function) 1 ms / 2.5 ms / 5 ms / 100 ms / 500 ms / 1000 ms / 5000 ms selectable
Power voltage 12 to 24 VDC ±10% Ripple (P-P) 10% max. Class2

Power Normal 770 mW or less (at 24 V, 32 mA or less / at 12 V, 54 mA or less)

consumption Eco mode 560 mW or less (at 24 V, 23 mA or less / at 12 V, 37 mA or less)
Expansion units*1 Max. 16 units (Dual output type is counted as 2 units.)
Control output(s)*2 AP-N10: 1, AP-N10D: 2
Ambient temperature*3 0 to +50°C 32 to 122°F (No freezing)

Environmental Ambient humidity 35 to 85% RH (No condensation)

resistance Shock resistance 500 m/s2 3 times in each of X, Y and Z directions
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, double amplitude 1.5 mm 0.06", 2 hours in each of X, Y and Z directions
Material Main unit and cover: Polycarbonate
Weight Approx. 20 g

*1 Can connect to other N-bus sensor amplifiers. N-bus represents the wire-saving system for KEYENCE-manufactured sensor amplifiers.
*2 Number of outputs when connected to the communication unit NU Series. There are no control output wires.
*3 11 to 16 units connected: 0 to +45°C 32 to 113°F (When the sensor amplifier is installed on DIN rail on a metal plate)

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 Specifications

Communication units
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)
Ethernet Transmission rate
100 Mbps (100BASE-TX)
Specifications
STP or category-3 or higher UTP (10BASE-T)*
Transmission media
STP or category-5 or higher UTP (100BASE-TX)*
Maximum cable length 100 m 328.1' (Length between the main device and the Ethernet switch)
Maximum number of connectable hubs 4 (10BASE-T) 2 (100BASE-TX)
Cyclic communication
Supported functions
Supports UCMM and Class3 message communication (explicit message communication)
Number of connections 64
EtherNet/IPTM
Specifications RPI (Communication cycle) 0.5 to 10000 ms (0.5 ms units)
Tolerable communication bandwidth for
6000 pps
cyclic communication
Conformance test Supports VersionA7
Number of connectable sensors Max. 16 units (Differs depending on the sensor amplifier connected)
24 VDC ±10% Ripple (P-P) 10% max. (When using a power supply connector)
Power voltage
48 VDC (57 VDC max.) (When receiving power via PoE)*
Weight (Including connector) Approx. 80 g
Accessories Instruction manual, power supply connector, end unit × 2
* Cannot be connected to the following KEYENCE PoE power supplies: DT-100A, DT-500, NE-V08 If connecting using the PoE power receiving function, use an STP cable or a category-5 or higher UTP cable.
EtherNet/IPTM is either a registered trademark or a trademark of ODVA.

CC-Link compatible communication unit NU-CL1 DeviceNetTM compatible communication unit NU-DN1
Model NU-CL1 Model NU-DN1
Compatible Supported I/O communication (Poll) Explicit message
Ver.2.00/Ver.1.10 (Selectable)
versions functions communication
Ver.2.00/3 stations Address setting 0 to 63 (PGM compatible)
Number of
CC-Link Ver.1.10: 1 station / 2 stations / 3 stations / 4 stations Baud rate (Selectable
Occupied stations
Specifications (Selectable) DeviceNetTM communication 500 kbps 250 kbps 125 kbps
Station type Remote device station Specifications speed)
Transmission rate 156 kbps / 625 kbps / 2.5 Mbps / 5 Mbps / 10 Mbps 100 m 328.1' 250 m 820.2' 500 m 1640.4'
Station No. setting 1 to 64 Maximum (Thick cable) (Thick cable) (Thick cable)
cable length 100 m 328.1' 100 m 328.1' 100 m 328.1'
Max. 16 units
Number of connectable sensors (Thin cable) (Thin cable) (Thin cable)
(Differs depending on the sensor amplifier connected)
24 VDC ±10% Number of connectable Max. 16 units
Power voltage sensors (Differs depending on the sensor amplifier connected)
Ripple (P-P) 10% max.
Weight (Including connector) Approx. 80 g Power voltage 11 to 25 VDC
Instruction manual, CC-Link connector, power supply Weight (Including connector) Approx. 65 g
Accessories
connector, terminating resistance, end unit × 2 Accessories Instruction manual, DeviceNetTM connector, end unit × 2
CC-Link is either a registered trademark or a trademark of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. DeviceNetTM is either a registered trademark or a trademark of ODVA.

EtherCAT® compatible communication unit NU-EC1A

Model NU-EC1A
Compliant standards IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX)
Transmission rate 100 Mbps (100BASE-TX)
Ethernet
Transmission media Category 5e or higher STP cable
Specifications
Distance between nodes 100 m 328.1'
Communication ports RJ45 Connectors × 2
EtherCAT® Process data object communication (Cyclic communication)
Communication Supported functions Mailbox communication Compatible with CoE
Specifications Explicit Device Identification
Number of connectable sensors Max. 16 units (Differs depending on the sensor amplifier connected)
Power voltage 24 VDC ±10% Ripple (P-P) 10% max.
Weight (Including connector) Approx. 80 g
Accessories Instruction manual, power supply connector, end unit × 2

Communication unit compatibility e-CON input unit NU-EN8N

Model NU-EN8N
Connectible communication units NU-CL1, NU-DN1, NU-EP1, NU-EC1A
Number of connectable units Max. 2 units (Number of ID numbers occupied: 8)*1
Connectors e-CON connector (4 pins)
Number of inputs 8
Voltage supplied to device Supplied via communication unit
Supplied current 520 mA or less (8 inputs combined)
Input/Output
Input signal NPN open collector output, with contact output
Input response time 20 µs or less
Internal input voltage 8 VDC (Input current reference value: 3.1 mA)
Input resistance 2.4 kΩ
Power voltage 12 to 24 VDC ±10% Ripple (P-P) 10% max.*2
Weight (including tags) Approx. 55 g
Accessories Instruction manual, tags, index stickers
*1 If connecting to communication units, connect this device last. Sensor amplifiers connected after this device is connected will not be recognized by the communication units.
*2 Power is supplied to the device via communication units.

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 Dimensions Unit: mm inch

Sensor heads (Detection components) Sensor amplifiers (Display devices)

AP-41M AP-N10/N10D
10.3
0.41"
0.04" 17.3 6 0.24"
0.9 0.68"
6.7 0.26" 9.8
19 0.36" 9.2 0.39"
0.75" 0.39" 9.8 Cord length 3 m 9.8' Oil resistant/
0.16" 4
M3 × 0.5 flexing resistant model
0.02" ø3.6 ø0.14" (4 cores × 0.18 mm2)
0.13"
3.4
AP-41/43/44
0.79" 0.51"
0.39" 20 5.5 13
0.22" 30.4
10 1.20"
14
Cord length 3 m 9.8' Oil resistant/ (35.4) 0.55"
12 9 0.35"
flexing resistant model (1.39")
0.47" M5 × 0.8 ø3.6 ø0.14" (4 cores × 0.18 mm2)
5 0.20"
0.03" Maximum of 100 3.94"
10 4.5 20.7 0.81" 35.4 1.39"
0.39" with Cover Open
0.18"
7 71.8 2.83"
Cord length 3 m 9.8' Oil resistant/
0.28"
flexing resistant model
AP-48 ø3.6 ø0.14" (4 cores × 0.18 mm2)
0.73" 0.16" 4 9 0.35"
18.5

2-ø4 End unit When connected

8.3 0.33"
16.6 ø0.16" OP-26751 (Options, included with the NU Series)
0.65"
68.2
2.69" End unit
12.5 0.49"
35 0.24" 6
1.38" 0.12"
12.5 3
0.49"
R1.5
16.6 0.65"
With DIN rail attached
R1/8
33.5 1.32" 0.12" 3
15.5
0.61" 26.51.04"
8.5 0.33" 10 (22.6) 20.8
0.47" 12 35 1.38" 12 0.47" 0.39" (0.89") 0.82"

(23) 0.51"
(0.91") 13 0.36"
4 9.2 35.4 1.39"
0.16"
53.8 2.12"

Communication units
0.62"
1.01" 15.8 22.2 0.87"
NU-EP1 25.6 NU-EC1A 0.59"
15
29.4
29.4 15 0.59" 1.16"
1.16"

0.07" Maximum Maximum of

1.9 of 170° 73.6 2.90" with
Cover Open
0.80"
38.1 20.3
1.50" 34.1
(38.5) 1.34" 20.3
(42.5) 0.80"
(1.52") 15 0.59"
(1.67") 15 0.59"

0.69" (0.2) 43.5 1.71" 35.4 1.39" 0.69" (0.2)

43.5 1.71" 35.4 1.39" 17.6
17.6 (0.01") 94.5 3.72" (0.01")
94.5 3.72"

NU-CL1 29.4
15 0.59"
NU-DN1 29.4
1.16" 1.16"

0.38" 0.21"
9.6 49.5 1.95" 49.5 1.95"
12.5 0.49" 35.5 1.40" 5.4 Maximum
Maximum 9.6 0.38" 35.5 1.40"
0.09" of 125° 0.09" of 125°
2.4 2.4
56.4
Maximum of 2.22" Maximum of
56.4
58.3 2.30" with (42.2) 0.80" 58.3 2.30" with (42.2) 2.22"
Cover Open (1.66") 20.3 Cover Open (1.66")
37.7 37.7
1.48" 15.3 0.60" 1.48"

24.1 0.95" 35.4 1.39" (0.2) 24.1 35.4 1.39" (0.2)

17.5 (0.01") 0.95" (0.01")
78.2 3.08" 78.2 3.08"
0.69"
0.08"
NU-EN8N 2

1.75
30 With tag mount
1.18" 1.00"
0.07" (Included with the NU-EN8N) 25.5 1.54"
39
0.37"
4.1 9.5
(P6.5 P0.26" × 7 = 45.5 1.79") 0.16"
(0.52")(13.15) 7 0.28"
(6.5)(0.26")
78.2
3.08"
(44.9)
(1.77") (42) 49.3
1.94"
(1.65") 37.5
1.48"

21.7 35.4 1.39"

0.85"
72.8 2.87"

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 List of Sensor Models Compatible with Sensor Networking

General-purpose sensors / flow sensors

General-purpose sensors (connected to the NU Series) (connected to the NU Series via the MU-N12)
Series Model Remarks Series Model Remarks
FS-N10 Expansion unit, zero line type LR-TB5000 Cable, class2
FS-N12N Expansion unit, cable, NPN (Single output type) LR-TB5000C M12 connector, class2
FS-N12P Expansion unit, cable, PNP (Single output type) TOF Laser Sensor LR-TB5000CL M12 connector, class1
FS-N12CN Expansion unit, M8 connector, NPN (Single output type) LR-T Series LR-TB2000 Cable, class2
Fiberoptic Sensor
FS-N12CP Expansion unit, M8 connector, PNP (Single output type) LR-TB2000C M12 connector, class2
FS-NEO Series
FS-N12EN Expansion unit, e-con connector, NPN (Single output type) LR-TB2000CL M12 connector, class1
FS-N14N Expansion unit, cable, NPN (Dual output type) LR-W500 Cable
FS-N14P Expansion unit, cable, PNP (Dual output type) LR-W500C M12 Connector
FS-N14CP Expansion unit, M8 connector, PNP (Dual output type) Photoelectric Sensor LR-W70 Cable
LV-N10 Expansion unit, zero line type LR-W Series LR-W70C M12 Connector
LV-N12N Expansion unit, cable, NPN (Dual output type) LR-WF10 Cable
Laser Sensor
LV-N12P Expansion unit, cable, PNP (Dual output type) LR-WF10C M12 Connector
LV-NEO Series
LV-N12CN Expansion unit, M8 connector, NPN (Single output type) FD-Q10C M12 Connector
LV-N12CP Expansion unit, M8 connector, PNP (Single output type) Clamp-on Flow Sensor FD-Q20C M12 Connector
PS-N10 Expansion unit, zero line type FD-Q Series FD-Q32C M12 Connector
PS-N12N Expansion unit, cable, NPN FD-Q50C M12 Connector
Photoelectric Sensor
PS-N12P Expansion unit, cable, PNP
PS-NEO Series
PS-N12CN Expansion unit, M8 connector, NPN
PS-N12CP Expansion unit, M8 connector, PNP
Pressure Sensor AP-N10 Expansion unit, zero line type
AP-NEO Series AP-N10D Expansion unit, zero line type (Dual output type)
Multi-Sensor Controller Expansion unit, dedicated cable
MU-N12
MU-N Series NPN/PNP selectable

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