High-performance Multi-unit Laser Displacement SensorsCD5 Series
Next level integration of accuracy, stability, and operability
- Highest-in-class repeat accuracy and linearity
- 3 CH multi-calculation function is possible
- Measurement is possible using only the sensor head

Lineup
Sensor head
Type | Measurement range | Repeat accuracy |
Linearity | Light source (JIS laser class) |
Model | |
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Transparent object/ specular object measurement |
Narrow | ![]() |
0.37 μm | ±0.08% of F.S. | Red semiconductor laser (CLASS 1) |
CD5-L25A |
Wide | CD5-LW25A | |||||
Short range | Narrow | ![]() |
Diffuse mode 0.46 μm Specular mode 0.23 μm |
±0.08% of F.S. | Red semiconductor laser (CLASS 2) |
CD5-30A |
Wide | CD5-W30A | |||||
Middle range |
Narrow | ![]() |
Diffuse mode 1 μm Specular mode 0.5 μm |
Diffuse mode ±0.05% of F.S. Specular mode ±0.08% of F.S. |
Red semiconductor laser (CLASS 2) |
CD5-85 |
Wide | CD5-W85 | |||||
Semi-long range |
Narrow | ![]() |
2 μm | ±0.05% of F.S. | Red semiconductor laser (CLASS 2) |
CD5-150 |
Wide | CD5-W150 | |||||
Long range | Wide | ![]() |
5 μm | ±0.08% of F.S. | Red semiconductor laser (CLASS 2) |
CD5-W350 |
Super long range |
Wide | ![]() |
10 μm | ±0.08% of F.S. | Red semiconductor laser (CLASS 2) |
CD5-W500 |
Ultra long rang | Wide | ![]() |
30 μm | ±0.1% of F.S. |
Red semiconductor laser (CLASS 3R) |
CD5-W2000 |
Amplifier unit
Type | Features | No. of connectable sensor heads |
Interface | Input/output | Model | |
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Amplifier unit for CD5 Series |
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crystal monitor + numeric keypad |
Max. 3 units | Analog output Various inputs RS-232C USB |
NPN | CD5A-N |
PNP | CD5A-P |
Example of system configuration

Specifications
Sensor head: Model specifications
Model | CD5-L25A | CD5-LW25A | CD5-30A | CD5-W30A | |||
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Optical method/mode | Specular reflection | Diffuse mode | Specular mode | Diffuse mode | Specular mode | ||
Center of measurement range | 25 mm | 30 mm | 26.1 mm | 30 mm | 26.1 mm | ||
Measurement range | ±1 mm | ±5 mm | ±2.5 mm | ±5 mm | ±2.5 mm | ||
Light source | Medium | Red semiconductor laser | |||||
Wavelength | 655 nm | 658 nm | |||||
Max. output | 390 μW | 1 mW | |||||
Laser class | IEC/JIS*1 | CLASS 1 | CLASS 2 | ||||
Spot size*2 | Approx. 25 × 35 μm |
Approx. 100 × 700 μm |
Approx. 30 × 100 μm | Approx. 260 × 1,000 μm | |||
Linearity*3 | ±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 2 mm) |
±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 10 mm) |
±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 5 mm) |
±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 10 mm) |
±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 5 mm) |
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Repeat accuracy*3 | 0.37 μm | 0.46 μm | 0.23 μm | 0.46 μm | 0.23 μm | ||
Sampling period*4 | 100 μs / 200 μs / 400 μs / 800 μs / 1,600 μs / 3,200 μs / AUTO | ||||||
Temperature drift*5 | ±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 2 mm) |
±0.05% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 2 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 10 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 5 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 10 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 5 mm) |
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Weight | Approx. 250 g (including 500 mm connector cable) |
Model | CD5-85 | CD5-W85 | CD5-150 | CD5-W150 | |||
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Optical method/mode | Diffuse mode | Specular mode | Diffuse mode | Specular mode | Diffuse reflection | ||
Center of measurement range | 85 mm | 82.3 mm | 85 mm | 82.3 mm | 150 mm | ||
Measurement range | ±20 mm | ±10 mm | ±20 mm | ±10 mm | ±40 mm | ||
Light source | Medium | Red semiconductor laser | |||||
Wavelength | 655 nm | 658 nm | 655 nm | 658 nm | |||
Max. output | 1 mW | ||||||
Laser class | IEC/JIS*1 | CLASS 2 | |||||
Spot size*2 | Approx. 70 × 290 μm | Approx. 260 × 1,200 μm | Approx. ø180 μm | Approx. 330 × 1,600 μm | |||
Linearity*3 | ±0.05% of F.S. (F.S.= 40 mm) |
±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 20 mm) |
±0.05% of F.S. (F.S.= 40 mm) |
±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 20 mm) |
±0.05% of F.S. (F.S. = 80 mm) |
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Repeat accuracy*3 | 1 μm | 0.5 μm | 1 μm | 0.5 μm | 2 μm | ||
Sampling period*4 | 100 μs / 200 μs / 400 μs / 800 μs / 1,600 μs / 3,200 μs / AUTO | ||||||
Temperature drift*5 | ±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S.= 40 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 20 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S.= 40 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 20 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 80 mm) |
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Weight | Approx. 250 g (including 500 mm connector cable) |
Model | CD5-W350 | CD5-W500 | CD5-W2000 | |
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Optical method/mode | Diffuse reflection | |||
Center of measurement range | 350 mm | 500 mm | 2,000 mm | |
Measurement range | ±100 mm | ±200 mm | ±500 mm | |
Light source | Medium | Red semiconductor laser | ||
Wavelength | 658 nm | |||
Max. output | 1 mW | 5 mW | ||
Laser class | IEC/JIS*1 | CLASS 2 | CLASS 3R | |
Spot size*2 | Approx. 700 × 2,400 μm |
Approx. 1,000 × 3,700 μm |
Approx. 2,100 × 7,800 μm |
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Linearity*3 | ±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 200 mm) |
±0.08% of F.S. (F.S. = 400 mm) |
±0.1% of F.S. (F.S. = 1,000 mm) |
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Repeat accuracy*3 | 5 μm | 10 μm | 30 μm | |
Sampling period*4 | 100 μs / 200 μs / 400 μs / 800 μs / 1,600 μs / 3,200 μs / AUTO | |||
Temperature drift*5 | ±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 200 mm) |
±0.01% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 400 mm) |
±0.05% of F.S./°C (F.S. = 1,000 mm) |
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Weight | Approx. 250 g (including 500 mm connector cable) | Approx. 450 g (including 500 mm connector cable) |
<Measurement conditions>
The measurement conditions are as follows unless otherwise designated: specialized amplifier unit connected, Ambient temperature: 23℃ (normal temperature), Supply
voltage: 24 VDC, Sampling period: 100 μs (800 μs for CD5-W350/-W500/-W2000 models), Average number of times: 256, Center of measurement range, Measurement target
(specular reflection/specular mode: aluminum deposition mirror, diffuse reflection/diffuse mode: white ceramic), digitally measured values.
*1 In accordance with the FDA provisions of Laser Notice No. 56, the laser is classified per the IEC 60825-1:2014 standard.
*2 Defined with center strength 1/e2 (13.5%) at the center of measurement range. There may be leak light other than the specified spot size. The sensor may be affected when there is a highly reflective object close to the detection area.
*3 With an average of 4,096 times. Other conditions are the same as the <Measurement conditions> shown above.
*4 The factory setting is 100 μs for CD5-L(W)25A/-(W)30A/-(W)85/-(W)150, and 800 μs for CD5-W350/-W500/-W2000.
*5 Typical examples under the <Measurement conditions> shown above.
Sensor head: Common specifications
Supply voltage | 12 to 24 VDC ±10% or power supplied from a CD5A-☐ amplifier unit | |
Current consumption | 45 mA or less (at 24 VDC) | |
Serial interface* | RS-422 9.6 k to 1843.2 kbps | |
Indicators | Laser emission indicator: Green (lights up during laser ON) Measurement range indicator: Orange (ON when near the measurement center) Red (ON when at the near distance side of inside the measurement range) Green (ON when at the far distance side of inside the measurement range) Red/green alternating (alternated lighting occurs when outside the measurement range or when measurement is not possible) |
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Degree of protection | IP67 (including connector) | |
Environmental resistance |
Ambient temperature | -10 to +50℃ (no freezing or condensation) / when stored: -20 to +60℃ |
Ambient humidity | 35 to 85% RH / when stored: 35 to 85% RH | |
Ambient illuminance | 3,000 lx or less (light receiving surface illuminance with incandescent lamp) | |
Vibration resistance | 10 to 55 Hz; double amplitude 1.5 mm; 2 hours in each of the X, Y, and Z directions | |
Shock resistance | Approx. 50 G (500 m/s2), 3 times in each of the X, Y, and Z directions | |
Applicable regulations |
EMC | EMC directive (2014/30/EC) |
Environment | RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU), China RoHS (MIIT Order No.32) | |
Safety | FDA Regulations (21 CFR 1040.10)*1 | |
Applicable standards | EN 60947-5-7 | |
NRTL Certification | UL Recognized Components, Certified for US and Canada | |
Warm-up time | Approx. 30 minutes | |
Material | Housing: Aluminum die-cast, Emitting/receiving part cover: Glass | |
Cable extension | Up to 50 m using an optional extension cable (not included) |
* If using sensor heads without a amplifier unit, this will always be set to 9.6 kbps when power is on. Also, the relationship between sampling periods and the baud rate at which
all measurement data can be sent without loss is as follows.
100 μs: 921.6 kbps, 200 μs: 460.8 kbps, 400 μs: 230.4 kbps, 800 μs: 115.2 kbps, 1,600 μs: 57.6 kbps, 3,200 μs: 38.4 kbps
*1. Excluding differences per Laser Notice No. 56.
Amplifier unit
Model | CD5A-N | CD5A-P | |
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No. of connectable sensor heads |
Max. 3 units | ||
Supply voltage | 12 to 24 VDC ±10% | ||
Current consumption | 350 mA/24 V (includes analog current output when three sensor heads are connected) | ||
Temperature drift | ±0.01% F.S./℃ | ||
Serial interface | RS-232C/USB | ||
Analog output | Voltage output: ±10 V/F.S. (output impedance: 100Ω), Current output: 4 to 20 mA/F.S. (load impedance 300 Ω or less) |
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Alarm output | NPN open collector | PNP open collector | |
Max. 100 mA/24 VDC (residual voltage of Max. 1.8 V) ON when sensor head measurement is not possible |
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Control output | NPN open collector | PNP open collector | |
Max. 100 mA/24 VDC (residual voltage of Max. 1.8 V) HI/LO settings possible, hysteresis settings possible |
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Bank input | ON when connected to ground | ON when connected to 12 to 24 V | |
16 bank selectable | |||
Hold input | ON when connected to ground | ON when connected to 12 to 24 V | |
Measured value hold (set using menu) | |||
Zero reset input | ON when connected to ground | ON when connected to 12 to 24 V | |
Zero resetting possible for sensor head A measured value / sensor head B measured value / sensor head C measured value / calculated values | |||
Laser OFF input | ON when connected to ground | ON when connected to 12 to 24 V | |
Turning off is possible for lasers of sensor heads A / B / C | |||
Display method | Liquid-crystal display | ||
Environmental resistance |
Degree of protection | IP20 | |
Ambient temperature | -10 to +45℃ (no freezing or condensation) / when stored: -20 to +60℃ | ||
Ambient humidity | 35 to 85% RH / when stored: 35 to 85% RH | ||
Vibration resistance | 10 to 55 Hz; double amplitude 1.5 mm; 2 hours in each of the X, Y, and Z directions | ||
Shock resistance | Approx. 20 G (196 m/s2), 3 times in each of the X, Y, and Z directions | ||
Applicable regulations |
EMC | EMC directive (2004/108/EC | |
Environment | RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU), China RoHS (MIIT Order No.32) | ||
Applicable standards | EN 60947-5-7 | ||
Material | Housing: Polycarbonate Terminal block: Nylon 66 | ||
Weight | Approx. 550 g (including terminal block) | ||
Amplifier unit sub-functions | Sensor head settings, control output settings, analog output settings, calculation settings, various hold settings, filter settings, bank settings, RS-232C settings, memory copy function, measured value displayed digit settings, display brightness settings, key illumination settings |
Added CD5-150/-W150 sensor head models can be used with CD5A-☐ Hardware Ver.1.7 and Software Ver.4.3 or later. Please inquire when using an earlier version of CD5A-☐.