Keyence IV4-G500CA Compact Color Sensor Head
Keyence IV4-G500CA is a compact color sensor head for the IV4-G120 amplifier. It uses a 1/2.9 inch color CMOS sensor with 1280 x 960 pixels. The head offers auto focus and white LED lighting. It supports pulse and continuous lighting modes. Its IP67 body suits harsh factory floors. It works from 0 to +50°C. The IV4-G500CA is ideal for color inspection and presence detection.
Hardware and Optics
- Type: Compact sensor head, standard field of view, color type
- Installed distance: From 50 mm
- Field of view: 22 x 16 mm at 50 mm to 1184 x 888 mm at 3000 mm
- Image element: 1/2.9 inch color CMOS
- Resolution: 1280 x 960 pixels
- Focus: Auto
- Exposure time: 12 us to 9 ms
- Illumination: White LED
- Lighting mode: Pulse or continuous, switchable
Communication and Electrical
- Built-in ports: None
- Connection: Dedicated sensor head cable to IV4-G120 amplifier
- Protocols: None
- Expansion: Through IV4-G120 amplifier
- Supply voltage: From connected amplifier
- Power use: 2.5 W without AI illumination unit
- Power use: 6.6 W with AI illumination unit
- Output type: Via amplifier only
Environmental and Physical
- Operating temperature: 0 to +50°C, no freezing
- Relative humidity: 85% RH or less, no condensation
- Protection rating: IP67
- IP67 note: Not valid with OP-88642/OP-88643/OP-88646/OP-88647 filters
- IP67 note: Not valid when OP-88909 is mounted
- Vibration resistance: 10 to 500 Hz, 0.816 G^2/Hz, X/Y/Z
- Shock resistance: 500 m/s^2, 3 times in 6 directions
- Case material: Zinc die-casting
- Front cover: Acrylic
- Indicator cover: TPU
- ESD safe: IEC61340-5-1 compliant
- Weight: Approx. 75 g without AI unit
- Weight: Approx. 225 g with AI unit
- Weight: Approx. 85 g with OP-88909
Oiltech Controls Review
- The IV4-G500CA is a solid choice for color inspection.
- Auto focus cuts setup time on changing lines.
- IP67 rating handles dust and washdown areas.
- Compact body fits tight machine spaces.
- Pairs directly with the IV4-G120 amplifier.
- Good for engineers who need stable color data.
Oiltech Controls’s Insight
- Use this head when color matters more than simple presence.
- Check amplifier compatibility before ordering.
- Keep lighting mode matched to line speed.
- Avoid polarizing filters if IP67 is required.
- Verify field of view at your real install distance.
- Order the cable and amplifier if not already on site.
Compatible Equipment
- Keyence IV4-G120 amplifier
- Color inspection stations
- Packaging and label checkers
- Automotive part sorting lines
- Food and beverage quality stations
- Electronics assembly cells
Five Professional FAQs
Q: Can I use the IV4-G500CA without the IV4-G120 amplifier?
A: No. The head has no built-in ports or outputs. It needs the IV4-G120 amplifier to work.
Q: Does the IP67 rating always apply?
A: No. IP67 does not apply with certain polarizing filters or when OP-88909 is mounted.
Q: How do I pick the right install distance?
A: Start at 50 mm for small parts. Move back only if you need a wider field of view.
Q: Is auto focus enough for high-speed lines?
A: Auto focus helps, but you should still match exposure time to line speed for stable images.
Q: When should I choose this color head over a standard sensor?
A: Choose it when color, shade, or print quality must be checked, not just part presence.
Why Buy From Oiltech Controls?
- More than 15 years in industrial automation spare parts.
- Global shipment support.
- Tested industrial surplus and refurbished options.
- 12-month warranty on every unit.
- Technical verification before shipment.
- Support for obsolete control systems.
Shipping, Warranty, and Contact
- Warranty: 12 months
- Dispatch: 24 to 28 hours
- Couriers: FedEx, UPS, DHL
- Email: info@oiltechcontrols.com
- WhatsApp: +86 158 8020 0923
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