PZ-CM10 Vision-Based Smart Learning Photoelectric Sensor
(CCD Sensor for Transparent Glass & Film)
A revolutionary solution for detecting transparent, irregular, reflective or absorptive objects where traditional photoelectric sensors fail.
Product Overview
The DAIDISIKE PZ-CM10 is a cutting-edge vision-based smart-learning photoelectric switch. Using advanced CCD imaging technology, it intelligently learns and memorizes the background, then triggers output only when a foreground object appears — regardless of its transparency, shape or surface.
Working Principle:
Unlike conventional sensors that rely on reflected light intensity, the PZ-CM10 compares real-time images with a learned background template. Any difference (e.g. a transparent film) triggers a signal. This makes it immune to material, color or surface challenges.
With 0.5 ms response time and IP66 protection, it's ideal for demanding automation lines in packaging, pharma and electronics.
Key Features & Advantages
- ✅ One-key learning: press SET for 1 second to memorize background.
- ✅ Background-adaptive: ignores any background color or texture.
- ✅ Universal detection: works on transparent, reflective, black or curved surfaces.
- ✅ Ultra-fast response: 0.5 ms for high-speed lines.
- ✅ Robust design: IP66 rated for harsh factory environments.
Typical Applications
Detection scenarios:
- • Transparent PET bottles or glass jars
- • Thin plastic films & blister packs
- • Metallic or black rubber parts
- • Irregular pills or capsules
- • Curved surfaces (e.g. tubes, balls)
Setting distances:
| Background Type | Distance |
|---|---|
| Light / reflector plate | 30 – 500 mm |
| Dark surface | 30 – 300 mm |
| No background (air) | ≈ 300 mm |
* Note: stable mounting is critical for background-based modes.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | DAIDISIKE |
| Model | PZ-CM10 |
| Type | Vision-Based Smart Learning Sensor |
| Response time | ≤ 0.5 ms |
| Sensing distance | 30 – 300 mm (no reflector) 30 – 500 mm (with reflector) |
| Light source | High-power red LED |
| Output | NPN / PNP (selectable) |
| Power supply | DC 12 – 24 V ± 10 % |
| Current consumption | ≤ 20 mA |
| Protection | Reverse polarity · over-current · over-voltage |
| Indicators | Green (power) · Red (output) |
| Ingress protection | IP66 |
| Ambient light immunity | ≤ 5,000 lx (incandescent) ≤ 20,000 lx (sunlight) |
| Operating temperature | −20 °C to +55 °C |
| Housing material | ABS |
Installation & Setup
Setup procedure:
- 1. Point the sensor at the desired background.
- 2. Press and hold the SET button for 1 second.
- 3. Wait until the red LED turns OFF and the green LED stays on.
- 4. The sensor is now ready to detect foreground objects.
Wiring Diagram
Application Gallery
The PZ-CM10 excels in diverse industrial settings:
- • Beverage lines: detecting transparent PET bottles.
- • Pharmaceutical packaging: counting blister packs or capsules.
- • Film processing: edge detection on transparent films.
- • Automotive assembly: verifying presence of complex parts.
- • Logistics: identifying irregular parcels.
When traditional sensors fail, the PZ-CM10's smart vision technology delivers stable, reliable detection — boosting uptime and quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the PZ-CM10 detect transparent objects that normal photoelectric switches miss?
Instead of measuring reflected light intensity, the PZ-CM10 uses CCD vision to learn the background image, then triggers when a foreground object changes that image. This background-suppression approach reliably detects transparent PET bottles, glass jars and clear films that defeat conventional diffuse or through-beam photoelectric sensors that rely on light level.
How do I set up the one-key background learning?
Point the sensor at the desired background, press and hold the SET button for about one second, and wait until the red output LED turns off while the green power LED stays on. The PZ-CM10 then memorizes that background template and outputs only when a foreground object appears. Stable mounting is critical, since the detection relies on a fixed learned background.
What is the sensing distance and response time of the PZ-CM10?
Response time is 0.5 ms, suitable for high-speed packaging and inspection lines. Sensing distance is 30–300 mm without a reflector and 30–500 mm with a reflector plate; dark backgrounds give roughly 30–300 mm. Ambient light immunity is up to about 5,000 lx for incandescent light and 20,000 lx in sunlight, helping it stay stable in bright factory areas.
Does the PZ-CM10 support NPN or PNP output, and what power supply does it need?
The PZ-CM10 offers selectable NPN or PNP output so it can match most PLCs and control systems, sourcing or sinking. It runs on DC 12–24 V ±10 % with current consumption under 20 mA, and includes reverse-polarity, over-current and over-voltage protection. Green and red indicator LEDs show power and output status during wiring and commissioning.
Where is a vision-based smart-learning sensor like the PZ-CM10 typically used?
It excels where shape, color or transparency defeats standard sensors: detecting transparent PET bottles on beverage lines, counting blister packs or capsules in pharma, edge detection on transparent films, verifying complex automotive parts, and sorting irregular parcels in logistics. With IP66 protection, an ABS housing and a −20 to +55 °C range, it suits demanding packaging, pharma and electronics automation.
Specs reviewed by Engineer Cai, Senior Application Engineer. See certificates.
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