Keyence Industrial Sensors: Safety, Fiber & Vision Systems

Keyence Sensors & Safety Systems: Global Supply Since 2018

Keyence Corporation, headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial automation sensors, safety components, machine vision systems, and measurement instruments. With a product portfolio spanning safety light curtains, fiber optic sensors, laser sensors, barcode readers, vision systems, and static eliminators, Keyence components are specified by automation engineers and production managers across automotive, electronics, food processing, pharmaceutical, and logistics industries worldwide. Atlantech Drives & Controls has been sourcing and supplying Keyence sensors and safety components since 2018 through an established network of international partners, serving maintenance teams and procurement departments across the EU, the Americas, and worldwide.

GL-R Series Safety Light Curtains

The Keyence GL-R series are slim, high-resolution safety light curtains designed for finger, hand, and body detection in press, robot cell, and conveyor guarding applications. Featuring a 14 mm optical resolution for finger detection and a robust IP67-rated aluminium housing, GL-R units are available in multiple protected heights from 160 mm to 1,280 mm. The integrated self-check function and cascading capability make them straightforward to implement in multi-zone guarding layouts. Atlantech supplies models across the GL-R range including the GL-R20H, GL-R32H, GL-R48H, GL-R52H, GL-R56H, and GL-R80H.

Fiber Optic & Photoelectric Sensors

Keyence fiber optic sensors combine high-speed response with precise detection in confined spaces where standard photoelectric sensors cannot be installed. The FS-N and FS-V series amplifiers accept a wide range of fiber units and provide digital display, multi-point teaching, and IO-Link connectivity for Industry 4.0 integration. The FU series fiber units cover through-beam, retroreflective, and diffuse detection modes for glass, film, labels, and small components. Available models include the FS-N41C, FS-N12CP, FS-N13CP, FS-V31CP, FS-V31P, and the FU-15 fiber unit.

Barcode Readers & Vision Systems

Keyence barcode readers and machine vision systems are used for traceability, quality inspection, and automated identification in production lines. The SR series fixed-mount barcode readers offer multi-code reading of 1D and 2D codes including QR, DataMatrix, and PDF417, with models such as the SR-X100 and SR-1000 covering standard and high-resolution applications. The IV and IV4 series vision sensors — including the IV-500CA and IV4-400CA — provide colour, shape, and position inspection without requiring machine vision programming expertise. Additional sensing solutions include the LR-ZB240CB laser sensor, CZ-V21AP colour sensor, and PZ-M31P photoelectric sensor.

Legacy, Discontinued & Hard-to-Find Keyence Parts

Keyence regularly updates its product range, and earlier sensor series are periodically superseded by newer generations. When a Keyence sensor model is discontinued, sourcing direct replacements for installed systems can become difficult through standard channels. Atlantech’s international partner network allows us to locate legacy, obsolete, and hard-to-find Keyence components — including older GL, FS, and SR series units — providing continuity for production lines that cannot be easily retrofitted with current models. Contact our team with the full part number for a sourcing assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can you supply Keyence GL-R safety light curtains as replacement units for an existing guarding system?
A: Yes. We supply GL-R series units as direct replacements for existing installations. Provide the current model reference and we will confirm availability and any compatibility notes with your existing controller within 24 hours.

Q: Do you supply Keyence accessories and mounting brackets alongside the main sensor units?
A: Yes. We supply Keyence accessories including mounting brackets, extension cables, and connectors such as the OP-87904. Contact us with your full parts list for a consolidated quote.