The Panasonic HL-T1005F is a diffuse reflective sensor from the HL-T1 series, delivering an analog output signal proportional to the distance of a detected object within a 500 mm range. The green LED light source is visible during setup, which simplifies alignment on a production line or inspection station. Output is analog — no discrete on/off switching — so this sensor feeds a continuous voltage or current signal into a PLC analog input card, suitable for measuring height, level, or position variations.
The 500 mm sensing distance is the maximum range to a white standard target under diffuse reflection. The analog output varies with distance or surface angle, requiring an analog input on the PLC. Cable length is 19.5 inches (50 cm) — short, intended for close coupling to a junction box or extension cable. Operating temperature is 0°C to 50°C, which covers most indoor factory environments but not freezers or ovens without thermal isolation.