96M11722 Safety Precautions on Laser Products

1. The FT series sensor uses a visible light semi-conductor laser for pointers.
WARNING 2. The FT series is classified as a Class 1 laser product.
3. Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures
Ultra-Compact Digital Infrared other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radia-
tion exposure.
4. Do not disassemble this product. Laser emission from this product
Temperature Sensor 5.
is not automatically stopped when it is disassembled.
Do not stare into the direct or specularly reflected beam.

FT-W Series Sensor Head

Wavelength
FT-H10/H20/H30

655 nm
FT-H50/H40K/H50K

Instruction Output 90 µW 180 µW

Manual Laser Class

Class 1 Laser Product
(IEC60825-1, FDA(CDRH) Part 1040.10*)

* The laser classification for FDA(CDRH) is implemented based on IEC60825-1 in

accordance with the requirements of Laser Notice No. 50.

Precautions on Regulations and Standards

Introduction ■ CE Marking
Keep this instruction manual readily available for reference. Ensure that the ● EMC Directive (2004/108/EC)
end user of this product receives this manual.
• Applicable standard EMI: EN61326-1, Class A
■ Symbols EMS: EN61326-1
The following warning symbols are used to alert you to safety precautions and • For FT-H50/H40K/H50K, KEYENCE has confirmed the conformity to the
to prevent human injury and/or damage to property when using this product. requirements with a ferrite core (OP-84289) attached to the sensor head
cable. When using the FT-H50/H40K/H50K in EU Member states, make sure
It indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in to prepare a ferrite core (OP-84289).
WARNING
death or serious injury. Attaching the ferrite core
CAUTION It indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in Attach the ferrite core (OP-84289) near the sensor head as the diagram below.
minor or moderate injury.

It indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in product

NOTICE
damage as well as property damage.

Safety Information for FT Series

WARNING 1. Do not use the FT series products outside of their specification.

Use the products in accordance with this instruction manual.
2. Do not modify the products in any way.
3. This product is not intended for use as explosion-proof product.
Do not use this product in a hazardous location and/or potentially
explosive atmosphere. Remarks:
4. Keyence recommends that you take substantial safety measures These specifications do not give any guarantee that the end-product with this
to avoid any damage in the event of that a problem occurs.
5. Do not use this product for the purpose to protect a human body
product incorporated complies with the essential requirements of EMC Direc-
or a part of human body. tive. The manufacturer of the end-product is solely responsible for the compli-
ance on the end-product itself according to EMC Directive.
Installation Location
Notes on Measuring a High-temperature Target
CAUTION Do not under any circumstances install the amplifier or sensor head
in the following types of locations. When detecting a large, high-temperature target, KEYENCE recommends
1. The ambient temperature falls to –10°C or lower, or rises to 55°C using a metal plate with a mirrored surface and small measurement hole in
or higher.
2. Locations where water may soak the units, or environments with
order to dissipate excess heat away from the sensor.
high humidity.
3. The product may receive shock or impact.
4. Locations that produce corrosive or nonexplosive gas.
5. Locations near areas that produce electromagnetic waves. high-temperature
6. There is a danger of the product coming into contact with items workpiece
covering board
charged with static electricity.

Handling
sensor head
1. Do not drop the FT series products, bang them against something, or measurement
NOTICE
apply excessive force. Handle the product by holding it by the main body. through hole
2. Do not pull heavily on the cable.
3. Do not use a sharply pointed object to press the setting keys.
Refer to the table below for recommended hole diameters based on distance.
Wiring Detection distance 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600
Hole diameter φ 30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240
CAUTION 1. Before wiring the FT series, check the color of the wires.
2. Use the FT series within the rating range. Do not use a load that
exceeds the allowable limit. Unit: mm

Cleaning
1. Use an insulated stabilizing supply for the power supply.
NOTICE
2. Do not apply excessive tensile force to the cable.
3. Ensure that the cable tip does not become submerged in water
Dirt on the sensor lens may result in errors. Clean the lens as shown in the
during wiring work. outline below. Make sure to turn off power to the sensor before cleaning the
4. Isolate the cable from power supply lines or power lines. lens.
5. Keep the cable as far as possible from any source of noise.

Other
1. Three seconds after supplying power to the FT series is its power
NOTICE
ON reset time. Do not use outputs from the sensor during this
period.
2. The display value may drift immediately after turning on the Get rid of dust on the lens by using a blower If the lens is badly soiled, gently wipe it with a
power. In this case, make sure to use the FT Series after warm- made for cleaning camera lenses. Do not at- cotton swab. If the dirt still cannot be removed,
ing up for 15 to 30 minutes. tempt to remove dust by breathing directly on the dip the swab in a small amount of alcohol and
lens. wipe the lens. Do not use an organic solvent oth-
er than alcohol under any circumstances.

• When used in an environment with high dust, use the FT-S1 tough box with
air purge function. For details about FT-S1, contact your nearest KEYENCE
office.

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 ■ FT-55AW/55AWP (Panel mount models)
Checking the Package Contents
Before using the FT Series, check that the following items are all included in
1 Create a panel opening for mounting referring to the dimensions below.
(unit: mm)
the package for each model.

X=24x(A-1)+21
■ Sensor Head When 'A' units are
FT-H10/H20/H30 FT-H50/H40K/H50K X mounted side-by-side

45

83.1

+0.4
21 +0.1

Sensor Head x1 Sensor Head x1

45

2 Install the amplifier through the front protection cover

hole in the panel from the rear.
amplifier
Mounting bracket x1 Mounting bracket x1 3 Turn the panel mounting
bracket in the direction as
shown in the illustration, and
fix the it to the amplifier from panel
mounting
Board nut x1 Board nut x1 the rear.
M3 x 30 screw x2 M3 x 30 screw x2
4 Install the front protection
■ Amplifier cover to the amplifier.
FT-50AW/50AWP FT-55AW/55AWP
(DIN rail mount models) (Panel mount models) * To dismount the panel mounting bracket, insert a flat-head screwdriver tip into the tab
of the panel mounting bracket.

Connecting the Sensor Head and Power Cables to the Amplifier

■ Connecting the Power Cable to the Amplifier
Amplifier x1 Amplifier x1

Connect the power cable into the right

side of the amplifier.
Insert the cable
Securely insert the power cable deep until you hear a click.
into the connector. If not inserted com-
Mounting bracket *1 Panel mounting pletely, the connector can easily
x1 bracket*3 x1
become disconnected.
connector cover

anchoring ring

Power cable *2
Front protection The sensor head cable and power cable are each equipped with connector
cover*3 x1 covers.
(2m) x1
Point After the connectors are inserted into the amplifier, attach the connector
covers over the connectors. Finally, lock the base of the connector covers
Instruction manual x1
with the anchoring rings.
Unit cover sticker (black sheet)*4 x1
Unit conversion sticker*5 x1

Power cable *2 Mounting the Sensor Head

(2m) x1
■ Identifying Names of Parts of the Sensor Head
Instruction manual x1
Unit cover sticker (black sheet)*4 x1 output 1 operation
output 1 operation output 2 operation
Unit conversion sticker*5 x1 indicator
output 2 operation indicator indicator
indicator
*1 Also sold separately as OP-76877. power indicator
*2 Also sold separately as OP-82488. power indicator
*3 Also sold separately as OP-51476 (set with the panel mounting bracket and protective front cover).
*4 When using the Infrared Radiation (IR) mode, use this to cover the “°C” mark.
*5 When changing the temperature unit to Fahrenheit (°F), use this to cover the “°C” mark.
laser emission
We have thoroughly inspected the package contents before shipment. However, in the case of
areas
defective or broken items, please contact your nearest KEYENCE office.

infrared radiation collector laser emission areas

lens tube
Mounting the Amplifier Unit and Wiring FT-H50/H40K/H50K
FT-H10/H20/H30

Mounting the Amplifier Unit

■ FT-50AW/50AWP (DIN rail mount models)
1 Align the tab at the bottom of the amplifier
with the DIN rail. While pushing the amplifier
in the direction of arrow 1, slant it in the
direction of arrow 2.
2 To detach the amplifier, raise it in the direc-
■ Connecting the Sensor Head Cable to the Amplifier
3 Connect the sensor head cable to the
left side of the amplifier.
Insert the connector in the direction as
indicated by the diagram showing the
2 direction of connector insertion.
1

Securely insert the sensor Insert the cable

tion of arrow 3 while pushing it in the direc- head cable deep into the con- until you hear a click.
tion of arrow 1. Point nector.If not inserted com-
pletely, the connector can connector cover

Fitting the Amplifier with a Mounting Bracket easily become disconnected. anchoring ring
Fix the amplifier as shown in the diagram using
the included mounting bracket.

Amplifier mounting bracket

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● If the cable has been cut to a shorter length, install the connector as follows:
FT-H40K
1 Cut the cable to an appropriate
approx. approx.
26
ø11
26
ø7.5
26
ø6
26
ø4
26
ø11.5
laser pointer gap (typ.)
detection area diameter (mm)

length and strip away about 16 mm 16 mm 16 mm

of the covering from the cut end.

connector connector
It is not necessary to remove
cover body
Point the covering from the core
wires.
0 100 150 200 300 detection distance (mm)
connector
2 Insert the cables according to the lock

colors of the stickers on top of the

connector body.
3 Press together the connector body press down
and cover with the cables
FT-H50K
inserted.(Use a pair of pliers or sim- 26 26 26 26 26 26 laser pointer gap (typ.)
orange ø11 ø18 ø25 ø30 ø45 ø75 detection area diameter (mm)
ilar tool to press them together.) brown
blue
gray
* Never re-use a sensor head connector that
has already been press fitted once.
When reinstalling the connector, use
OP-42367 (two head connectors included).

0 500 1000 1500 2000 3000 detection distance (mm)

Measurement View and Sight

To help fix the sight when measuring, the sensor is equipped with laser point-
ers.
• Fix the sight so that the area you want to detect the temperature of falls in
between the two laser pointers.
• When high accuracy is necessary, ensure that the object to be measured is
at least 1.5x the size of the sensing area at that distance. Switching Displays and Basic Settings
FT-H10
21 10.5 0 10.5 laser pointer gap (typ.)
ø11 ø6.3 ø1.5 ø8 detection area diameter (mm)

■ Identifying Names of Parts of the Amplifier

laser pointer

laser pointer
measurement
area

power cable digital manual sensor head

connector output indicator monitor button connector

FT Series C
target

0 17.5 35 52.5 detection distance (mm)

SELECT BANK

TIM
sensing area
diameter
pointer gap
set mode
button button
bank selection
preset value indicator timing
indicator indicator
FT-H20
24.5 13 8 17 laser pointer gap (typ.)
ø11 ø8.5 ø6 ø14.5 detection area diameter (mm)

Switching Displays

Temperature Mode Infrared Radiation (IR) Mode

• When IR mode is set, " A Temperature / Emissivity"
A Temperature / Emissivity
will be skipped.
C
0 60 120 180 detection distance (mm) FT Series
• ”_” (underline) will be displayed for the digit without
a numeric value.
SELECT BANK

TIM

B Infrared Radiation / Preset Value

FT Series C
press
SELECT BANK

FT-H30 TIM

25.5 17 22 35.5 laser pointer gap (typ.) B Temperature / Preset Value

ø11 ø15 ø18 ø33 detection area diameter (mm)
FT Series C

press
SELECT BANK

TIM

C Hold Display
FT Series C

press
press SELECT BANK
press
TIM
0 200 400 600 detection distance (mm)
C Hold Display
FT Series C

press
SELECT BANK

TIM

D Laser Light Setting

For the FT-H20/30 laser pointers, as the lasers travel farther from the source, C

press
they will appear to rotate clockwise, as shown in the above diagrams. SELECT BANK

TIM

D Laser Light Setting

FT-H50
26 26 26 26 26 26 laser pointer gap (typ.) C
FT Series
ø11 ø18 ø25 ø30 ø45 ø75 detection area diameter (mm)

SELECT BANK

TIM

See “Detection Mode” on p. 6 for “Temperature Mode” and “Infrared Radiation

(IR) Mode”.

0 500 1000 1500 2000 3000 detection distance (mm)

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Basic Settings Automatically Setting the Preset Value
● Setting Emissivity (Temperature Mode only) The preset value can automatically be set. This is set from Temperature (Infra-
See option 5 on p. 5 for more about selecting Temperature Mode. red Radiation)/ Preset Value display screen .

A Switch to the Temperature/Emissivity display screen. ■ Two-Point Calibration

FT Series C

SELECT BANK

TIM
1 Press once without a target.
“SEt” will begin flashing in the preset
value display.
1 Press to start setting the emissivity.
C
FT Series

2 Press to choose whether to set temperature or emissivity, and press

SELECT BANK

to adjust the value. TIM

“Set by temperature” “Set by emissivity”

FT Series C FT Series C 2 Press again with a target.

SELECT BANK

TIM press
SELECT BANK

TIM
3 The preset value will be displayed.
The preset value will be the median of
the values measured when was
Upper display (red) blinks Lower display (green) blinks
pressed for the first time and when
●When emissivity is unknown was pressed for the second time.
C
The emissivity is automatically calculated by entering the temperature of the FT Series

measuring target (the value measured by an instrument such as a contact SELECT BANK

thermometer). TIM

Make sure to set the emissivity under the same setting condition and tem-
perature as those under which the FT Series is actually used. However, the
Point display will read "FFFF" when the gap between the target and the ambient When there is not sufficient difference between the first and second mea-
temperature is small. In this case, set the temperature with a warmer target Point sured values, “ ” will flash in the display, but the preset value will
or directly enter the emissivity. still be updated.

Reference If the temperature cannot be measured with a contact thermome- ■ Fully-Automatic Calibration
ter or other instruments, a simplified method is available to
measure the temperature. See “Introducing Options” in the lower
right-hand section of this page for the detail.
1 Let the target pass by while pressing
and holding .

2 Check that “ ” is flashing in the

3 After entering all the values, press to complete the setting. display, and release .
When the values are set properly, the set values
C FT Series
blink, and the screen returns to the
FT Series C
(Press and hold
for 3 or more
Temperature/Emissivity display. SELECT BANK
SELECT BANK

TIM
TIM seconds and the
display will flash.)

● Setting the Preset Value Manually 3 The preset value will be displayed. The preset value will be the median of
B Switch to the Temperature (Infrared Radiation)/Preset Value display screen. the maximum and minimum values measured while was held down.
FT Series C
C
Press to change the preset value. FT Series

SELECT BANK

TIM Select Preset Value 1 or Preset Value 2 with the SELECT BANK

TIM
or buttons.

The preset values can be set by bank.

● Switching between the Hold Displays Select preset value 1 or preset value 2 by pressing + or + .
Preset Value 1 is calibrated when Preset Value 1 is selected, and Preset
See option 9 on p. 5 for the Hold Display. Value 2 when Preset Value 2 is selected.
C Switch to the Hold Display screens.
Peak/Bottom Display Peak Display ■ Options
FT Series C press FT Series C
If the emissivity and temperature of the measurement target are unknown, use the
SELECT BANK SELECT BANK optional blackbody tape to take simplified measurements.
TIM TIM
press
Option Blackbody Tape
When Auto Hold is selected,
Model OP-91147
the lower display reads " ".
press press Emissivity 0.95
Alternates between displays
Upper Temperature Limit 180 °C (356 °F)
FT Series C

SELECT BANK
press
Bottom Display
FT Series C
1 Stick the blackbody tape to the measurement target, heat it to a suitable
TIM temperature (+20 °C (+68 °F) or more above room temperature), and
SELECT BANK maintain that temperature as best as possible.
TIM
red digital display: peak value press
green digital display: bottom value 2 Set the emissivity to 0.95 (emissivity of blackbody tape). See “Setting
Pressing + for 3 seconds or more resets the hold values. Emissivity” for how to set this value.

● Setting the Laser Light

3 Measure the temperature of the portion of the target covered in blackbody
tape and take note of the measured value.
D Switch to the Laser Light Setting display screen.
FT Series C
Select to end/continue from the menu.
4 Remove the Blackbody tape and measure the temperature of the target on
an area that is close to the area measured in 3.
SELECT BANK Press to select the option.
TIM
• The laser emits. 5 Choose "Set by temperature" and enter the temperature measured in 3 to
• The laser emissions stop. set the emissivity.
• The laser emits only when it receives a timing signal.
(Can be selected when is set for option 7 on p. 5)
6 The emissivity of the measurement target is set.

Laser ON/OFF does not affect detection. Use it as a rough indication of the
measurement view.

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 Programming Menu Flowchart

FT Series C

When USEr
SELECT BANK
is selected Hysteresis width setting
TIM

Press to select the option.

"Temperature Mode"
Press and hold FT Series C
for 3 or more seconds 0 to 520 (H10/H20/H30/H50)
1 Switch operation mode p.6
(32 to 968°F)
FT Series C
Press to select the option. SELECT BANK

0 to 1400 (H40K/H50K)
TIM

SELECT BANK
• Upper limit detection mode (32 to 2552°F)
TIM • Lower limit detection mode * The setting unit is the one selected at
option 2.
• Upper/lower limit detection mode press "Infrared Radiation Mode"
press Skipped during IR mode 0 to 9999
0 to 2500 (H50 only)
2 Switch display units
FT Series C When Press to select the option.
C
using the • Displays temperature in 1°C (1°F) units FT Series
9 Select hold value display p.7
SELECT BANK
H50/ • Displays temperature in 0.1°C (0.1°F) units
TIM H40K/ SELECT BANK
Press to select the option.
H50K TIM • Peak/bottom
press • Automatic peak/bottom hold
press
3 Switch response time
C
Press to select the option.
FT Series

• High speed FT Series C

SELECT BANK • 0.03 sec 10 Select power save mode p.7

TIM
• 0.1 sec SELECT BANK Press to select the option.
• 0.2 sec
TIM
• Normal operation
• 0.5 sec • Operate in power save mode
• 1 sec press
press • 5 sec

FT Series C
4 Switch output mode
FT Series C
Press to select the option. SELECT BANK

TIM
Output 1 Output 2
SELECT BANK

TIM • N.O. N.O.

• N.C. N.O.
• N.O. N.C.
press To escape from mode setup midway, press and hold for three or more
• N.C. N.C.
seconds.
FT Series C
Select to end/continue the menu Default Mode Settings (Initialization)
Press to select the option.
■ Factory Default Values
SELECT BANK

TIM
• Ends the menu
• Continue to set each type of mode

When FULL is selected Item Initial setting Display on amplifier

press
Basic menu 1. Operation Mode F-1
display ends
2. Display Units 1 °C 
FT Series C 5 Switch detection mode p.6
3. Response Time 0.1 sec 
Press to select the option.
SELECT BANK
• Temperature mode: 4. Output Mode Output 1 and 2 both N.O. PQPQ
TIM

Displays the temperature. (Default)

• Infrared radiation (IR) mode:
5. Detection mode Temperature mode 5VF
press Displays the amount of infrared radiation. 6. Input/Output 1 (pink) OFF QHH
FT Series C
6 Switch input/output 1 (pink line) p.6 7. Input 2 (purple) OFF QHH
Press to select the option. 8. Hysteresis Standard #
SELECT BANK

TIM • Not used

• Bank input 9. Hold Peak/Bottom MQNF
• Analog output (4mA to 20mA)
* When IR mode is selected, bank input cannot be chosen.
10. Power Save Mode OFF QHH
press When analog output is chosen while IR mode is selected,
the output will change from 4mA to 20mA depending on 11. Temperature unit Celsius (°C) =
the IR value 0 to 9999 (0 to 2500 for FT-H50).

When AnLG
is selected Skipped during IR mode ■ Initializing / Changing the temperature unit
Analog output lower limit setting C
FT Series C

Press to select the option. 1 While holding down , press five times until
FT Series

SELECT BANK Setting range “rSEt/no” appear in the displays. SELECT BANK

TIM TIM
-50 to 520 (H10/H20/H30/H50)
(-58 to 968°F)
-50 to 1400 (H40K/H50K)
press (-58 to 2552°F)
* The setting unit is the one selected at option 2.
2 Press or to select “YES”. FT Series C

SELECT BANK

TIM

Skipped during IR mode

FT Series C
Analog output upper limit setting 3 Pressing displays “unit/C” or “unit/F”. Press FT Series C

Press to select the option. to select. SELECT BANK

SELECT BANK
Setting range TIM
TIM
-50 to 520 (H10/H20/H30/H50) • Celsius display (°C)
(-58 to 968°F) • Fahrenheit display (°F)
-50 to 1400 (H40K/H50K)
press
(-58 to 2552°F)
* The setting unit is the one selected at option 2. 4 Press and check that “C/no” or “F/no” is dis-
FT Series C

played. SELECT BANK

TIM
FT Series C
7 Switch input 2 (purple line) p.6
Press to select the option.
5
SELECT BANK
C
• Not used FT Series
TIM
Press or and select “YES”.
• Bank input
SELECT BANK
• Timing input
press TIM

* When IR mode is selected, bank input cannot be chosen.

6 Press to return to the initial settings.
FT Series C
8 Hysteresis setting
Press to select the option. To change the temperature unit, be sure to initialize the settings.
Point
SELECT BANK

TIM • Standard
• Hysteresis is 80% of the standard width.
press • Hysteresis width can be set freely.

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 ■ Selecting the Bank
Settings for Each Mode
Selecting with Operation Keys
If key lock is on, cancel the key lock (p. 7) and follow the steps below.
Operation Mode
1 Switch to Temperature/Emissivity display, as shown in “Switching
■ Upper Limit Detection Mode Displays” (p. 3).
(F-1) P1
Hys 2 While holding down , press or .
This mode detects when the tempera-
P2 Hys C
ture rises above a fixed value. FT Series

• Two points can be set for the upper SELECT BANK

limit. TIM

Output 1 OFF ON OFF

Output 2 OFF ON OFF Switch between the banks in the following manner depending on the input/out-
put 1/2 settings.
Output 1 Turns ON when the temperature (or amount of infrared radiation) rises
above preset value 1 (P1). • Bank input (bn-1) is selected only for input /output 1 (option 6 on p. 5)
Turns OFF again when the value falls below the range of hysteresis Bank 0 Bank 1
from preset value 1.
Output 2 Turns ON when the temperature (or amount of infrared radiation) rises • Bank input (bn-2) is selected only for input /output 2 (option 7 on p. 5)
above preset value 2 (P2).
Turns OFF again when the value falls below the range of hysteresis Bank 0 Bank 2
from preset value 2.
• Bank input is selected for both input /output 1/2 (bn-1, bn-2) (option 6,
7 on p. 5)
■ Lower Limit Detection Mode Bank 0 Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3
Hys
(F-2) P2

This mode detects when the tempera- Hys

P1 Selecting from External Inputs
ture falls below a fixed value.
• Two points can be set for the lower 1 Turn on key lock (p. 7).
limit.
Output 1 OFF ON OFF
2 Short-circuit the pink (or purple) line for 20 ms or longer in the following manner.
FT-50AW/55AW FT-50AWP/55AWP
Output 2 OFF ON OFF
brown brown
Output 1 Turns ON when the temperature (or amount of infrared radiation) falls +V +V
below preset value 1 (P1).
Turns OFF again when the value rises above the range of hysteresis pink
from preset value 1. blue (purple)
0V
Output 2 Turns ON when the temperature (or amount of infrared radiation) falls pink
(purple) blue
below preset value 2 (P2). 0V
Turns OFF again when the value rises above the range of hysteresis
from preset value 2.
Bank No. Pink Line Purple Line

■ Upper/Lower Limit Detec- 0

tion Mode (F-3) P1

Hys 1
This mode detects when the tempera-
ture falls outside of a fixed range. 2
Hys
P2
• One point each can be set for the
3
upper and lower limits.
Output 1 OFF ON OFF

Output 2 ON ON It will take 20 ms to reflect the bank selection. Until the selection is reflected,
OFF
the sensor retains the same condition as before the bank change.
Output 1 Turns ON when the temperature (or amount of infrared radiation) rises After selecting the bank, the display and output assessment will contain the
above preset value 1 (P1).
Turns OFF again when the value falls below the range of hysteresis following time lag.
from preset value 1. - Display (digital numbers) : about 0.1 sec
Output 2 Turns ON when the temperature (or amount of infrared radiation) falls - Output Assessment : 20 ms plus response time
below preset value 2 (P2).
Turns OFF again when the value rises above the range of hysteresis [Ex.] When output is OFF before bank change and ON after bank change
from preset value 2.

bank input
Detection Mode
OFF ON
■ Temperature Mode control output
20ms + response time
This mode uses the set emissivity to convert the amount of received infrared
radiation into temperature, and displays this number in degrees. See “Setting
Emissivity” on p. 4 for more about setting the emissivity. Analog Output (AnLG)

■ Infrared Radiation Mode (ir) ■ Temperature Mode (std)

This mode displays the amount of received infrared radiation in the range of 0 The output changes from 4 mA to 20 mA depending on the lower limit (A-Lo)
to 9999 (0 to 2500 for the FT-H50). and the upper limit (A-Hi).
• See option 5 on p. 5 for the setting of A-Lo and A-Hi.

Bank Function (Temperature Mode Only) For 0 °C (32 °F) (A-Lo) and For 200 °C (392 °F) (A-Lo) and
When measuring in Temperature Mode (option 5 on 500 °C (932 °F) (A-Hi) 400 °C (752 °F) (A-Hi)
C
p. 5), BANK1 and BANK2 can be combined to hold up FT Series
Analog output Analog output
to eight preset values and up to four emissivities, as SELECT BANK
(mA) (mA)

shown below. TIM

20 20
When using the bank function, switching input/output
(options 6 and 7 on p. 5) can be set to bank input. Bank Indicator

Bank Indicator
Bank No. 4 4
BANK1 BANK2
0 500 (°C) 0 200 400 500 (°C)
0 Off Off 32 932 (°F) 32 392 752 932 (°F)

1 On Off (A-Lo) (A-Hi) (A-Lo) (A-Hi)

2 Off On ■ Infrared Radiation Mode (ir)

3 On On The output changes from 4 mA to 20 mA depending on the IR value 0 to 9999
(0 to 2500 for the FT-H50).
The lower limit (0) and upper limit (9999/2500) cannot be changed.

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Timing Input Upper Limit Range Error • Return the sensor
FT Series C Reading exceeds the within the rated
This option can be used when you want to assess the control output or display
upper limit of the detection temperature range.
the temperature for only a limited period of time. SELECT BANK
range. • Set the emissivity to
To use timing input, set “Switch input (purple line)” (option 7 on p. 5) to timing
TIM

an appropriate value.
input (t-in). Lower Limit Range Error • Return the sensor
• The temperature (infrared radiation) display and output is assessed only FT Series C Reading exceeds the within the rated
when the sensor receives the timing signal. lower limit of the detection temperature range.
When the timing signal is off, the amplifier will scroll a single LED segment SELECT BANK

TIM
range. • Set the emissivity to
across the display. (When analog output is being used, the analog output an appropriate value.
operates normally no matter what timing input is used.)
• After receiving the input signal, the display and output assessment will con-
tain the following time lag.
– Display (digital numbers) : about 0.1 sec Input/Output Circuit Schematic
– Output Assessment : 2 ms plus response time ■ FT-50AW/55AW

Hold Display Input/output circuit schematic

Brown
12 to 24 VDC
■ Peak/Bottom Hold (HoLd) Black

Overcurrent protection circuit

(Control output 1)

Main circuit
The peak/bottom hold values will be displayed after turning the power ON or Load 5 to 40 VDC
White
after the hold values are reset (see p. 4 ). (Control output 2)
Load 5 to 40 VDC
Blue
■ Auto Peak/Bottom Hold (Auto) 0V
Analog output/Bank input1/
Pink selectable
The peak value updates when the temperature rises above the P1 preset Input/output circuit1
Timing input/Bank input2/
value. Likewise, the bottom value updates when the temperature drops below Purple selectable
Input circuit 2
the P1 preset value.
[Ex.] Peak Hold Value Update [Ex.] Bottom Hold Value Update External input circuit
peak hold Analog output circuit (Bank input 1 & 2, Timing input)
temperature display value temperature
Pink Analog
output 5V

Main circuit
(4 to 20 mA)

Main circuit
Pink/
preset value preset value Blue Purple
0V

Blue
bottom hold
display value (shorting current 1 mA max.)
Peak Hold updates when the temperature Bottom Hold updates when the temperature
climbs above the reset value and holds until falls below the reset value and holds until ■ FT-50AWP/55AWP
the next time the temperature peaks. the next time the temperature falls.
Input/output circuit schematic
Brown
Power Save Mode (Eco) Black
12 to 24 VDC
Overcurrent protection circuit

(Control output 1)
When Power Save Mode is turned ON (option 10 on p. 5), the power save dis-
Main circuit

White
(Control output 2)
play will turn on after three minutes of inactivity. Load
• When the power save display is on, only one segment C FT Series
Load
Blue
will blink in the preset value display. 0V
The output indicator, bank indicator, and timing indica- SELECT BANK
Pink Bank input 1/analog output:
TIM
Input/output circuit1
Selectable
tor operate as normal.
Purple Bank input 2/timing input:
• When the power save display is on, pressing any button will return to nor- Input circuit 2
Selectable
mal display.
External input circuit
Key Lock Function (Loc) Analog output circuit (Bank input 1 & 2, Timing input)
Analog 12 to 24 VDC
Pink Brown
This function prevents the operation keys from changing the settings. They can output
Main circuit

(4 to 20 mA)
Main circuit

still be used to switch displays. Blue

To activate key lock, press and hold + (or + ) for about three sec- 0V Pink/
Purple
onds in Display Mode.
• When “Loc” flashes in the measurement display, key C FT Series

lock has been activated.

SELECT BANK (shorting current 2 mA max.)
TIM

To release key lock, press and hold + (or + ) for about three
seconds in key lock mode. Emissivity
• When “unL” flashes in the preset value display, key FT Series C
The following chart shows examples of emissivity.
lock has been released.
SELECT BANK

TIM
Substance Emissivity Substance Emissivity
Asphalt 0.90 to 0.98 Leather 0.75 to 0.80
Concrete 0.94 Charcoal (powder) 0.96
Error Display Cement 0.96 Lacquer 0.80 to 0.95
Sand 0.90 Lacquer Matte Black 0.97
Error Display Cause Response
Soil 0.92 to 0.96 Rubber (black) 0.94
Error Head Water 0.92 to 0.96 Plastic 0.85 to 0.95
• The sensor head is not
FT Series C Repair the broken Ice 0.96 to 0.98 Wood 0.90
connected.
connection to the sensor Snow 0.83 Paper 0.70 to 0.94
SELECT BANK
• The connection to the
head.
TIM
sensor head is broken. Glass 0.90 to 0.95 Aluminum Oxide 0.20 to 0.30
Ceramic 0.90 to 0.94 Chromium Oxide 0.81
Amplifier EEPROM Error Marble 0.94 Copper Oxide 0.78
FT Series C • Reset the power. Fluorite 0.30 to 0.40 Iron Oxide 0.78 to 0.82
An error occurs while
• Initialize the sensor, Gypsum 0.80 to 0.90 Nickel Oxide 0.90
SELECT BANK
reading internal data.
TIM
referring to p. 5. Plaster 0.89 to 0.91 Zinc Oxide 0.11 to 0.28
Red Brick 0.93 to 0.95 Pure Copper Oxide 0.56 to 0.64
Overcurrent Error Irregular Bronze
Fiber 0.90 0.55
FT Series C Check the load and Surface
Overcurrent is flowing into
return it within the rated Cloth (black) 0.98 Stainless Steel 0.45
SELECT BANK
the control output.
TIM
range. Skin (human) 0.98 Rusted Steel 0.69

The examples in this chart are a reference. Emissivity is different according to

substance. It can also differ according to the surface condition (bumps and
irregularities) or thickness of the same substance.

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 Specifications
■ Sensor Head
Low / Medium Temperature High Temperature
Type
Small Spot Mid Range Long Range Ultralong Range Mid Range Ultralong Range
Model FT-H10 FT-H20 FT-H30 FT-H50 FT-H40K FT-H50K
Rated temperature range *1 0 to 500 °C (32 to 932 °F) 0 to 1350 °C (32 to 2462 °F)
Display temperature range -50 to 520 °C (-58 to 968 °F) -50 to 1400 °C (-58 to 2552 °F)
Detection distance No limits*2
17.5 / φ 6.3 mm 60 / φ 8.5 mm 200 / φ 15 mm 500 / φ 18 mm 100 / φ 7.5 mm 500 / φ 18 mm
Detection distance (mm) / detection area diameter 35 / φ 1.5 mm 120 / φ 6 mm 400 / φ 18 mm 1500 / φ 30 mm 200 / φ 4 mm 1500 / φ 30 mm
52.5 / φ 8 mm 180 / φ 14.5 mm 600 / φ 33 mm 3000 / φ 75 mm 300 / φ 11.5 mm 3000 / φ 75 mm
Sight*3 Dual visible red Laser
Detection components Thermopile
Detection wavelength 8 to 14 μm
Repeatability ±0.5 °C (±0.9 °F) ±3 °C (±5.4 °F)
Emissivity (ε) correction 0.10 to 1.99 (0.01 steps)
Operating ambient -10 to +55°C (14 to 131°F) (no freezing)
temperature
Environmental Operating ambient 35 to 85% RH (no condensation)
resistance humidity
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm double amplitude, 2 hours in each XYZ axis
Shock resistance 500 m/s2, 10 times in each axis XYZ, total 60 times
Case: glass-reinforced polyetherimide
Infrared radiation collector lens: germanium
Material Laser emission areas: polyarylate
Lens tube*4: aluminum, Cable: vinyl chloride
Mounting bracket: SUS304
Weight Approx. 120 g Approx. 150 g

* 1: The specifications are guaranteed within the rated temperature range.

* 2: Use a distance where the object being measured is at least 1.5 times the size of the sensing area.
* 3: Semiconductor laser, Wavelength 655nm, Class 1 Laser Product (IEC60825-1, FDA (CDRH) Part 1040.10)
The laser classification for FDA(CDRH) is implemented based on IEC60825-1 in accordance with the requirements of Laser Notice No.50.
* 4: The FT-H10/H20/H30 does not have the lens tube.

■ Amplifier
Type DIN rail mounted type Panel mounted type
NPN output FT-50AW FT-55AW
Model
PNP output FT-50AWP FT-55AWP
Power voltage*1 12 to 24 VDC*3, Ripple (P-P): 10% max, Class2 or LPS
Normal mode 1400 mW (12 V), 1600 mW (24 V)
Current consumption
Power Save Mode 1150 mW (12 V), 1350 mW (24 V)
Display method 4 + half digit 7-segment LED
Red and green dual display (Uppercase letter height: Upper display: 8 mm (red), Lower display: 5.7 mm (green))
Operation indicators Red LED x 3 (corresponding to Control Output 1, Control Output 2, and Timing Input)
Display resolution (when using H10/H20/H30) 0.1 or 1 °C (0.2 °F or 1.8 °F), (when using H50 / H40K / H50K) 1 °C (1.8 °F)
Hysteresis (hys) Variable
Response speed Select HSP, 30 ms, 100 ms, 200 ms, 500 ms, 1000 ms, 5000 ms (HSP: representative example is 10 ms, 15 ms max.)
Switch bank Bank input is made by switching the timing input line and analog output line / Up to 4 banks can be programmed
Bank settings Emissivity (temperature mode only) and preset value x 2 can be set for each bank
Timing input Input time: 2 ms or more
External input
Bank input Input time: 20 ms or more
Control output NPN (PNP) open collector x 2 ch
(N.O./N.C. selectable), 40 VDC (30 VDC) or less, Max 100 mA (50 mA), Residual voltage: 1 V or less
Analog output 4 to 20 mA, maximum load resistance 260 Ω
(Upper/lower limit range for analog output can be set optionally)
Operating ambient
-10 to +50 °C (14 to 122 °F) (no freezing)
temperature*2
Environmental
resistance Operating ambient 35 to 85% RH (no condensation)
humidity
Vibration resistance 10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm double amplitude, 2 hours in each XYZ axis
Main unit and cover: polycarbonate
Main unit Keycaps: polyester elastomer
Material Cable: vinyl chloride
Mounting bracket Mounting bracket: SPCC Mounting bracket: polyacetal
Front protection cover: polycarbonate
Weight Approx. 85 g

* 1: Use with the over current protection device which is rated 24V or more and not more than 1A.
* 2: When using analog output: -10 to +45°C (14 to 113°F).
* 3: When using this product as an UL recognized product, use the power supply with Class 2 output defined in NFPA70 (NEC: National Electrical Code).

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