28/06/2026
LX-101 Color Mark
https://www.bestcontactor.com/product/panasonic-lx-101-color-mark-sensor/
LX-101 NPN Open Collector 2m 5-core cable
LX-101-P PNP Open Collector 2m 5-core cable
LX-101-Z / LX-101-P-Z NPN / PNP M8 connector (cable not included)
2.1 Optical Detection
Light Source: Independent RGB LEDs (Red/Green/Blue) with 12-bit AD high-precision recognition
Standard Sensing Distance: 10±3mm (7~13mm)
Light Spot: 1×5mm slender rectangular spot, ideal for narrow color marks and printed registration marks
Response Speed: Ultra-fast 45μs response for high-speed packaging lines
Power Supply: DC 12~24V ±10%, ripple ≤10% peak-to-peak
Power Consumption: Standard ≤750mW (30mA); ECO power-saving mode ≤600mW (25mA)
Dual Outputs: OUT1 main output, OUT2 inverted output; max 50mA load per channel with automatic short-circuit protection
Residual Voltage ≤1.5V, direct drive compatible with and solenoid valves
Environmental & Protection
Protection Class: IP67, waterproof and dustproof, suitable for washdown
Operating Temperature: -10℃ ~ +55℃ (no condensation or icing)
Housing: PBT engineering plastic, glass lens, silicone buttons
Weight: Cable version approx. 120g; 2pcs M4 mounting screws supplied as standard
Core strengths of LX-101: RGB triple-color light source, 1×5mm slender spot, 45μs fast response, IP67 waterproof rating, dual-mode (high-speed MARK tracking / high-precision COLOR discrimination). It adapts to working conditions including narrow color marks, transparent films, reflective aluminum foils, light marks on light backgrounds and high-speed webs. Below is a breakdown of applicable industries, equipment, working pain points and matching operation modes.