{"product_id":"fs-n41c-keyence-digital-fiber-optic-sensor-amplifier-io-link","title":"FS-N41C Keyence Digital Fiber Optic Sensor Amplifier IO-Link","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeyence FS-N41C Digital Fiber Optic Sensor Amplifier — M8 Connector with IO-Link\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keyence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFS-N41C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e FS-N40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digital fiber optic sensor amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e M8 connector, main unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 outputs; output 2 and external input share selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal input:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 input; selectable with output 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResponse time:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e23 µs (S-HSPD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \/ 50 µs (HSPD) \/ 250 µs (FINE) \/ 500 µs (TURBO) \/ 1 ms (SUPER) \/ 4 ms (ULTRA) \/ 16 ms (MEGA) \/ 64 ms (TERA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red four-element LED, \u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e660 nm wavelength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl output rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-collector, 30 V max, 100 mA max per output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal input timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 ms ON \/ 20 ms OFF or longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupply voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 30 VDC, ripple 10% P-P or less, Class 2 or LPS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 910 mW or less (36 mA at 24 V); ECO ON 840 mW; ECO FULL 750 mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #c0392b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-20 to +55 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, no freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 25 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active; Keyence production status verified September 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIO-Link Communication and Interference Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFS-N41C\u003c\/strong\u003e supports IO-Link V1.1 at COM2 speed (38.4 kbps) through its built-in M8 port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIO-Link cable runs reach up to 20 m, while standard cable runs extend to 30 m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-collector outputs tolerate 30 V and 100 mA per channel, which suits diverse load types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe red four-element LED at 660 nm maintains stable detection across varied fiber units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast 23 µs response in S-HSPD mode supports high-speed counting and positioning tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight selectable response modes let users balance speed against noise immunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeyence builds the FS-N40 series for reliable operation in industrial control cabinets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the amplifier on a DIN rail or bracket, then confirm the M8 connector seats firmly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire the supply within 10 to 30 VDC and observe Class 2 or LPS source requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep ripple below 10% P-P to protect the internal sensing circuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssign output 2 or the external input according to your control scheme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the response mode to match your cycle time, starting with FINE for general use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify input pulses last at least 2 ms ON and 20 ms OFF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperate within -20 to +55 °C and avoid condensation or freezing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Keyence \u003cstrong\u003eFS-N41C\u003c\/strong\u003e amplifier main unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × M8 connector interface as built into the unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Quick reference documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips via FedEx, UPS, or DHL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the fastest response time of the FS-N41C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It reaches 23 µs in S-HSPD mode, and slower modes extend up to 64 ms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the FS-N41C support IO-Link?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it runs IO-Link V1.1 at COM2 speed over the M8 connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many outputs does this amplifier provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It offers two control outputs, with output 2 shareable as an external input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What supply voltage does the FS-N41C require?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It accepts 10 to 30 VDC with 10% P-P ripple or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What operating temperature range applies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The unit works from -20 to +55 °C without freezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this item new and in stock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: We supply brand-new original units, keep stock on hand, and ship within 5 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What shipping and return terms apply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: We ship via DHL and similar carriers, and we accept returns within 30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Keyence","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48960513835169,"sku":"FS-N41C","price":218.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/5390\/3265\/files\/FS-N41C.jpg?v=1794381958","url":"https:\/\/www.autonexcontrol.com\/products\/fs-n41c-keyence-digital-fiber-optic-sensor-amplifier-io-link","provider":"AutoNex Controls Limited ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}