Product Description

The KEYENCE CZ-V21AP is a high-performance RGB digital fiber optic amplifier unit designed for the CZ-V20 series of sensors. This main unit offers PNP open-collector control outputs, delivering up to 100 mA per channel with a total of 200 mA across four channels. It supports rapid response times, including 200 µs in High-Speed mode, and features external tuning inputs, timer functions, and the capability to expand up to three additional units. With an operating temperature range of -10°C to +55°C and a compact polycarbonate housing, the CZ-V21AP is suitable for demanding industrial applications requiring precise and reliable detection.​

Technical Specifications

• Model: CZ-V21AP
• Type: RGB Digital Fiber Optic Amplifier Unit (Main Unit)
• Output Type: PNP open-collector
• Control Outputs: 4 channels, 30 VDC max., up to 100 mA per output, total 200 mA max.
• Response Times:
• High-Speed: 200 µs
• Fine: 1 ms
• Turbo: 4 ms
• Super: 8 ms
• Protection Circuits: Reverse-polarity protection, overcurrent protection, surge absorber
• External Inputs: Tuning, bank switch (C/C + I-mode), shift (Super I-mode)
• Timer Functions: OFF, OFF-delay, ON-delay, One-shot; adjustable from 1 to 1000 ms per bank
• Unit Expansion: Supports up to 3 expansion units (4 units total including main unit)
• Interference Prevention Units: 0 for High-Speed; 2 for Fine/Turbo/Super modes
• Power Supply: 24 VDC, Ripple (P-P) 10% or less
• Power Consumption:
• Normal Mode: 1.5 W (62.5 mA or less)
• Eco Mode: 1 W (42.0 mA or less)
• Ambient Temperature Range:
• -10 to +55°C (No freezing)
• When multiple units are connected:
• 1 or 2 units: -10 to +50°C
• 3 units: -10 to +45°C
• Vibration Resistance: 10 to 55 Hz, Double amplitude 1.5 mm, 2 hours in each X, Y, and Z axis
• Housing Material: Polycarbonate
• Weight: Approximately 110 g​