PANTRONIMX-N23DIN Rail / Panel

IMX-N23

The IMX-N23 is a 2-channel multiplex infrared amplifier for harsh industrial environments. It combines manual sensitivity adjustment, selectable light / dark operation, and selectable multiplex speed with dual transistor outputs for compact multi-beam control.

Datasheet PDF Operating Guide PDF

Up to 50 m range 2 channels Manual sensitivity NPN / PNP outputs 8 / 16 ms multiplex DIN plug

Key Features

Detection range up to 50 m in through-beam use.
Sensitivity adjustable by front potentiometers.
Basic transmit level selectable low / high.
Switching behaviour selectable light / dark.
Two transistor outputs configurable for NPN / PNP wiring.
Compact 11-pole DIN-plug housing for panel integration.

Best Fit Applications

Multi-lane object detection where two independent infrared channels are needed.
Material presence sensing in dusty, dirty, or washdown-prone areas.
Replacement for conventional photoelectric sensing where longer range and contamination resistance matter.
OEM systems that benefit from compact 2-channel multiplex hardware.

Pantron's IMX platform is designed for long-range infrared detection in demanding industrial environments where conventional photoelectric sensing can struggle with contamination, distance, or multi-channel coordination.

Technical Specifications

Channels	2
Operating voltage	See purchase order table
Operating basis	Modulated infrared light
Transmit frequency	4.0 kHz
Transmit power	Manual
Basic transmit level	Low / high
Switching behaviour	Light / dark
Multiplex speed	8 ms / 16 ms

Switching output	2x transistor, NPN / PNP
Output rating	30 mA / 30 V DC
Reaction time	16 ms (8 ms speed), 32 ms (16 ms speed)
Alarm output	—
Test input	—
Analog output	—
Connection	11-pole DIN-plug
Protection class	IP40
Operating temperature	-25 °C ... 50 °C
Dimensions	40 x 76.5 x 78.5 mm

Compatible Sensor Pairs and Maximum Through-Beam Range

Transmitter family	With receiver IRL-...	With receiver IR-...	Typical use note
IT-..., ITL-...	10 m	20 m	Compact standard transmitters
IT-...HP, ITH-...	15 m	30 m	Higher power option for longer spans
ITA-...	25 m	50 m	Longest stated range on this platform

Range values are taken from the Pantron catalog page for this model family. Final achievable distance depends on the chosen transmitter / receiver pair, mechanical setup, and application conditions.

Ordering and Accessories

Operating voltage	Order code
230 V AC / ±10% / 4.4 VA	IMX-N23/230VAC
115 V AC / ±10% / 4.4 VA	IMX-N23/115VAC
24 V AC / ±10% / 4.4 VA	IMX-N23/24VAC
24 V DC / ±20% / 2.3 W	IMX-N23/24VDC

Accessory	Order code
Protective enclosure	PanBox 1x2
11-pole DIN-socket	ISO1
Retaining clip	RTC 11

Device Layout and Wiring Notes

Front LEDs show power, output status, and gain-control indication for each channel.
Gain is set separately for channel 1 and channel 2 by front potentiometers.
Amplifier mode switches select light / dark behaviour, basic transmit level, and multiplex speed.
The paired IMX-N24 uses the same platform with relay outputs instead of transistor outputs.

For the original catalog tables, dimensional sketches, and connection diagrams, refer to the Pantron catalog PDF linked above.