VALU-BEAM 915 Series Sensors
With Electromechanical Relay Output
Printed in USA P/N 03453L9E
VALU-BEAM 915 Series Features
• Models available for:
- 12 to 28V ac/dc
- 90 to 130V ac
- 210 to 250V ac
• SPDT electromechanical relay output is rated for up to 5 amps switching capacity
• Rear panel sensitivity adjustment; top-mounted alignment indicator
• Visible red beam on most models, simplifies alignment
• Choose models with integral 2 m (6.5') cable or Mini-style QD (quick-disconnect)
connector; 9 m (30') cables are also available
Infrared, 880 nm
915 Series Opposed-Mode Emitter (E) and Receiver (R)
SMA91E
SMA95R
SMA91EQD
SMA95RQD
Emitter:
10 to 250V
ac/dc
Receiver:
90 to 130V ac
2 m (6.5')
2 m (6.5')
3-Pin Mini QD
5-Pin Mini QD
Models Range Cable*
Supply
Voltage
Output
Type Excess Gain Beam Pattern
SMA91E
SMW95R
SMA91EQD
SMW95RQD
60 m
(200')
2 m (6.5')
2 m (6.5')
3-Pin Mini QD
5-Pin Mini QD
Emitter:
10 to 250V
ac/dc
Receiver:
12 to 28V
ac/dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
1
10
100
1.0 m
3.3 ft
10 m
33 ft
100 m
330 ft
0.1 m
0.33 ft
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
1000
Opposed Mode
SMA91E &
SMW95R or
SMA95R or
SMB95R
75 m
250ft
60 m
200 ft
45 m
150 ft
30 m
100 ft
15 m
50 ft
0
0
500 mm
1000 mm
1500 mm
500 mm
1000 mm
1500 mm
0
20.0 in
40.0 in
60.0 in
20.0 in
40.0 in
60.0 in
DISTANCE
SMA91E with SMW95R
or SMA95R or SMB95R
Opposed Mode
SMA91E
SMB95R
SMA91EQD
SMB95RQD
2 m (6.5')
2 m (6.5')
3-Pin Mini QD
5-Pin Mini QD
Emitter:
10 to 250V
ac/dc
Receiver:
210 to 250V ac
Effective Beam: 13 mm
*NOTES:
• 9 m (30') cables are available by adding suffix “W/30” to the model number of any cabled sensor (e.g. SMA91E W/30).
• A model with a QD connector requires an accessory mating cable. See page 8 for more information.
Opposed-mode sensors have higher excess gain than other models, and so should be
used whenever possible. Visible red “tracer beam” simplifies sensor alignment.
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Infrared, 880 nm
915 Series Opposed-Mode Emitter (E) and Receiver (R)
SMA91ESR
SMA95RSR
SMA91ESRQD
SMA95RSRQD
Emitter:
10 to 250V
ac/dc
Receiver:
90 to 130V ac
2 m (6.5')
2 m (6.5')
3-Pin Mini QD
5-Pin Mini QD
Models Range Cable*
Supply
Voltage
Output
Type Excess Gain Beam Pattern
SMA91ESR
SMW95RSR
SMA91ESRQD
SMW95RSRQD
3 m
(10')
2 m (6.5')
2 m (6.5')
3-Pin Mini QD
5-Pin Mini QD
Emitter:
10 to 250V
ac/dc
Receiver:
12 to 28V dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
1
10
100
.10 m
.33 ft
1.0 m
3.3 ft
10 m
33 ft
.01 m
.033 ft
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
1000
SMA91ESR &
SMW95RSR or
SMA95RSR or
SMB95RSR
Opposed Mode
3.0 m
10ft
2.4 m
8 ft
1.8 m
6 ft
1.2 m
4 ft
.6 m
2 ft
0
0
100 mm
200 mm
300 mm
100 mm
200 mm
300 mm
0
4.0 in
8.0 in
12.0 in
4.0 in
8.0 in
12.0 in
DISTANCE
SMA91ESR with SMW95RSR
or SMA95RSR / SMB95RSR
Opposed Mode
SMA91ESR
SMB95RSR
SMA91ESRQD
SMB95RSRQD
2 m (6.5')
2 m (6.5')
3-Pin Mini QD
5-Pin Mini QD
Emitter:
10 to 250V
ac/dc
Receiver:
210 to 250V ac
P
Visible red, 650 nm
Non-Polarized Polarized
Non-Polarized,
Polarized
**Retroreflective range is specified using one model BRT-3 retroreflector (3" diameter). Actual sensing range may be more or less than specified,
depending upon the efficiency and reflective area of the retroreflector(s) in use. See your Banner Photoelectric catalog for more information.
915 Series Retroreflective Mode
SMA915LV
SMA915LVQD
SMB915LV
SMB915LVQD
SMA915LVAG
SMA915LVAGQD
90 to 130V ac
SMB915LVAG
SMB915LVAGQD
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
Models Range** Cable*
Supply
Voltage
Output
Type Excess Gain Beam Pattern
Non-Polarized
90 to 130V ac
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
Polarized
1
10
100
.10 m
.33 ft
1.0 m
3.3 ft
10 m
33 ft
.01 m
.033 ft
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
1000
SMW915LV,
SMA915LV,
SMB915LV
Retroreflective Mode
with BRT-3 reflector
10 m
33 ft
8 m
26 ft
6 m
20 ft
4 m
13 ft
2 m
6.5 ft
0
0
50 mm
100 mm
150 mm
50 mm
100 mm
150 mm
0
2.0 in
4.0 in
6.0 in
2.0 in
4.0 in
6.0 in
DISTANCE
SMW915LV, SMA915LV, SMB915LV
Retroreflective Mode
With BRT-3 Reflector
210 to 250V ac
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
1
10
100
.10 m
.33 ft
1.0 m
3.3 ft
10 m
33 ft
.01 m
.033 ft
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
1000
SMW915LVAG,
SMA915LVAG,
SMB915LVAG
Retroreflective Mode
with BRT-3 reflector
5 m
16 ft
4 m
13 ft
3 m
10 ft
2 m
6.6 ft
1 m
3.3 ft
0
0
25 mm
50 mm
75 mm
25 mm
50 mm
75 mm
0
1.0 in
2.0 in
3.0 in
1.0 in
2.0 in
3.0 in
DISTANCE
SMW915LVAG, SMA915LVAG,
SMB915LVAG
Retroreflective Mode
With BRT-3 Reflector
210 to 250V ac
SMW915LV
SMW915LVQD
SMW915LVAG
SMW915LVAGQD
0.3 to 4.5 m
(1' to 15')
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
0.15 to 9 m
(6" to 30')
12 to 28V
ac/dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
12 to 28V
ac/dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
Opposed-mode sensors have higher excess gain than other models, and so should be
used whenever possible. ESR and RSR models’ small effective beam size enables them to
reliably detect relatively small objects; their wide beam angle allows forgiving alignment
within the 10’ range.
An excellent alternative when opposed-mode sensing is not possible. A visible red
beam reduces the potential for false signals from reflective objects (“proxing”)
and simplifies alignment. AG (anti-glare) models polarize the emitted light and
filter out unwanted reflections.
Effective Beam: 3.5 mm
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Infrared, 880 nm
915 Series Diffuse Mode
SMA915D
SMA915DQD
SMA915DSR
SMA915DSRQD 90 to 130V ac
90 to 130V ac
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
Models Range Cable*
Supply
Voltage
Output
Type
Excess Gain Beam Pattern
SMW915D
SMW915DQD
760 mm
(30")
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
12 to 28V
ac/dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
1
10
100
10 mm
.4 in
100 mm
4 in
1000 mm
40 in
1 mm
.04 in
1000
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
SMW915D,
SMA915D,
SMB915D
Diffuse Mode
750 mm
30 in
600 mm
24 in
450 mm
18 in
300 mm
12 in
150 mm
6 in
0
0
6 mm
12 mm
18 mm
6 mm
12 mm
18 mm
0
0.25 in
0.50 in
0.75 in
0.25 in
0.50 in
0.75 in
DISTANCE
SMW915D, SMA915D, SMB915D
Diffuse Mode
SMB915D
SMB915DQD
SMW915DSR
SMW915DSRQD
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD 210 to 250V ac
380 mm
(15")
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
12 to 28V
ac/dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
1
10
100
10 mm
.4 in
100 mm
4 in
1000 mm
40 in
1 mm
.04 in
1000
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
SMW915DSR
SMA915DSR
SMB915DSR
Diffuse Mode
375 mm
15 in
300 mm
12 in
225 mm
9 in
150 mm
6 in
75 mm
3 in
0
0
6 mm
12 mm
18 mm
6 mm
12 mm
18 mm
0
0.25 in
0.50 in
0.75 in
0.25 in
0.50 in
0.75 in
DISTANCE
Diffuse Mode
SMW915DSR, SMA915DSR,
SMB915DSR
SMB915DSR
SMB915DSRQD
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD 210 to 250V ac
Performance based on 90% reflectance white test card
Visible red, 650 nm
915 Series Convergent Mode
SMA915CV
SMA915CVQD
Performance based on 90% reflectance white test card
90 to 130V ac
62.5 mm
2.5 in
50 mm
2.0 in
37.5 mm
1.5 in
25 mm
1.0 in
12.5 mm
0.50 in
0
0
0.8 mm
1.6 mm
2.4 mm
0.8 mm
1.6 mm
2.4 mm
0
0.03 in
0.06 in
0.09 in
0.03 in
0.06 in
0.09 in
DISTANCE
SMW915CV, SMA915CV, SMB915CV
Convergent Mode
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
Models Focus Cable*
Supply
Voltage
Output
Type
Excess Gain Beam Pattern
SMW915CV
SMW915CVQD 38 mm
(1.5")
Spot
Size
at
Focus:
1.5 mm
(0.06")
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
12 to 28V
ac/dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
1
10
100
10 mm
.4 in
100 mm
4 in
1000 mm
40 in
1 mm
.04 in
1000
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
SMW915CV,
SMA915CV,
SMB915CV
Convergent Mode
SMB915CV
SMB915CVQD
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD 210 to 250V ac
These sensors detect the reflection of their own light from the object being sensed, and so
require no special reflectors. They are ideal for applications where the reflectivity and profile of
the object are sufficient to return a large portion of the emitted light back to the sensor. Choose
DSR models for best response to objects at close range.
Due to their narrow depth of field, these sensors excel at detecting small objects only a fraction
of an inch in front of their backgrounds. The precise 0.06" dia. sensing spot focuses 1.5" in
front of the sensor lens. The visible red beam simplifies alignment.
*NOTES:
• 9 m (30') cables are available by adding suffix “W/30”to the model number of any cabled sensor (e.g. SMW915CV W/30).
• A model with a QD connector requires an accessory mating cable. See page 8 for more information.
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Infrared, 880 nm
Visible red, 650 nm
915 Series Glass Fiber Optic Sensors
SMA915F
SMA915FQD 90 to 130V ac
Diffuse mode performance based on 90% reflectance white test card
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
Models Range Cable*
Supply
Voltage
Output
Type
Excess Gain Beam Pattern
SMW915F
SMW915FQD
Range
varies
by
sensing
mode
and
fiber
used.
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
12 to 28V
ac/dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
1
10
100
10 mm
.4 in
100 mm
4 in
1000 mm
40 in
1 mm
.04 in
1000
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
SMW915F
SMA915F,
SMB915F
Opposed Mode
Glass Fibers
IT13S Fibers
IT23S Fibers
500 mm
20 in
400 mm
16 in
300 mm
12 in
200 mm
8 in
100 mm
4 in
0
0
25 mm
50 mm
75 mm
25 mm
50 mm
75 mm
0
1 in
2 in
3 in
1 in
2 in
3 in
DISTANCE
SMW915F, SMA915F, SMB915F
Opposed Mode
IT13S IT23S
SMB915F
SMB915FQD
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD 210 to 250V ac
915 Series Plastic Fiber Optic Sensors
SMA915FP
SMA915FPQD 90 to 130V ac
Diffuse mode performance based on 90% reflectance white test card
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
Models Range Cable*
Supply
Voltage
Output
Type Excess Gain Beam Pattern
SMW915FP
SMW915FPQD
Range
varies
by
sensing
mode
and
fiber
used.
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD
12 to 28V
ac/dc
SPDT
E/m
Relay
1
10
100
10 mm
.40 in
100 mm
4.0 in
1000 mm
40 in
1 mm
.04 in
1000
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
SMW915FP,
SMA915FP,
SWB915FP
Opposed Mode
Plastic Fibers
PIT46U Fibers
PIT26U Fibers
125 mm
5 in
100 mm
4 in
75 mm
3 in
50 mm
2 in
25 mm
1 in
0
0
15 mm
30 mm
45 mm
15 mm
30 mm
45 mm
0
0.6 in
1.2 in
1.8 in
0.6 in
1.2 in
1.8 in
DISTANCE
SMW915FP, SMA915FP, SMB915FP
Opposed Mode
PIT46U
PIT26U
SMB915FP
SMB915FPQD
2 m (6.5')
5-Pin Mini QD 210 to 250V ac
An excellent option where sensing must be accomplished in tight, inaccessible or
volatile areas. Withstands vibration and shock; immune to electrical noise. Glass
fibers withstand high temperatures, extreme moisture and corrosive materials.
Not recommended for applications requiring bending or repeated flexing of fibers.
Compatible with most Banner plastic fiber optic assemblies. Excellent option for sensing in tight,
inaccessible or volatile areas. Withstands vibration and shock; immune to electrical noise.
Functions well at temperatures between -30° and +70°C (-20° and +158°F), withstands repeated
flexing. Most are easy to shorten in the field. Not recommended for severe environments.
1
10
100
1 mm
.04 in
10 mm
.40 in
100 mm
4.0 in
.1 mm
.004 in
1000
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
SMW915FP,
SMA915FP,
SMB915FP
Diffuse Mode
Plastic Fibers
PBT46U Fiber
PBT26U Fiber
37.5 mm
1.5 in
30 mm
1.2 in
22.5 mm
0.9 in
15 mm
0.6 in
7.5 mm
0.3 in
0
0
1.2 mm
2.5 mm
3.8 mm
1.2 mm
2.5 mm
3.8 mm
0
0.05 in
0.10 in
0.15 in
0.05 in
0.10 in
0.15 in
DISTANCE
SMW915FP, SMA915FP, SMB915FP
Diffuse Mode
PBT46U
PBT26U
37.5 mm
1.5 in
30 mm
1.2 in
22.5 mm
0.9 in
15 mm
0.6 in
7.5 mm
0.3 in
0
0
0
.65 mm
1.3 mm
1.9 mm
0
.65 mm
1.3 mm
1.9 mm
0
0.025 in
0.050 in
0.075 in
0.025 in
0.050 in
0.075 in
DISTANCE
Diffuse Mode
BT23SBT13S
SMW915F, SMA915F,
SMB915F
1
10
100
10 mm
.4 in
100 mm
4 in
1000 mm
40 in
1 mm
.04 in
1000
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
DISTANCE
Diffuse Mode
Glass Fibers
BT23S Fiber
BT13S Fiber
SMW915F
SMA915F,
SMB915F
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Sensitivity Control
(Turn CW to Increase)
Red Alignment
LED Indicator
915 Series Sensors Description
VALU-BEAM®915 Series sensors are rugged, self-contained photoelectric sensors
designed for especially demanding industrial applications where economy, performance,
and durability are important. They feature SPDT (single-pole, double-throw, form “C”)
electromechanical relay output and operate from a variety of supply voltages.
Powerful, modulated LED light sources provide a wide sensing range. The sensors are
extremely robust; being totally epoxy-encapsulated, they are highly resistant to shock,
vibration, moisture and corrosion.
915 Series sensors may be mounted from either the front or the rear, using the two
through-mount holes, or by their threaded base (mounting nut supplied), making them
ideal for conveyor and other production line applications.
The easy-to-see top-mounted red LED indicator (see Figure 1) simplifies alignment and
system monitoring. It lights whenever the sensor “sees” its own modulated light source.
Turn the Sensitivity control (on the sensor back panel) clockwise to increase gain.
Light or dark operate is selected by connecting the appropriate output relay contact to
the circuit under control (see Hookups, page 7).
Fiber Optic Models
Banner offers a complete line of both plastic and glass fiber optic assemblies to fit
VALU-BEAM 915 Series fiber optic model sensors. Glass fiber assemblies are
recommended for environments with high temperatures, extreme moisture and
corrosive materials; they are not recommended for applications requiring bending or
repeated flexing of fibers.
Plastic fiber optics are an economical alternative for piping photoelectric sensing light
into and out of confined areas where the environmental conditions allow, and they can
withstand repeated flexing. Banner plastic fiber optic assemblies are available in several
core sizes; the highest excess gain will be obtained with the larger fiber cores. Standard
plastic fiber optic assemblies are unterminated on the control (sensor) end. These
assemblies are approximately 2 m (6’) long and may be used as-is, or may be cut to
length as needed, using the supplied fiber cutter. Cutting and installation instructions
also are included with the fiber assembly.
Both plastic and glass fibers are offered in individual and bifurcated styles. Individual
fibers are used in pairs in the opposed sensing mode; one fiber transmits the light to
the sensing location, while the other fiber returns the received light to the sensor.
Bifurcated plastic fiber assemblies are two-way fibers, having a single sensing end that
both emits and receives light and dual control (sensor) ends, which attach separately to
the sensor. Fiber optic assemblies are available with a wide variety of sensing end
styles. Refer to your current Banner Photoelectric Catalog for a full selection.
*NOTES:
• 9 m (30') cables are available by adding suffix “W/30”to the model number of any cabled sensor (e.g. - SMW915FP W/30).
• A model with a QD connector requires an accessory mating cable. See page 8 for more information.
Figure 1. VALU-BEAM 915 Series sensor
features
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Certifications
Supply Voltage and Current SMW915 Series: 12 to 28V ac or dc at 50 mA maximum, exclusive of load
SMA915 Series: 90 to 130V ac (50-60 Hz) at 20 mA maximum, exclusive of load
SMB915 Series: 210 to 250V ac (50-60 Hz) at 20 mA maximum, exclusive of load
Exceptions: SMA91E and ESR emitters, which operate from 10-250V ac (50-60 Hz) or dc (10 mA max.)
Supply Protection Circuitry Protected against transient voltages
Output Configuration One internal “form C” (single-pole double-throw) electromechanical relay
Output Rating Max. switching power (resistive load): 150 W, 600 VA
Max. switching voltage (resistive load): 250V ac or 30 V dc (120V ac max. per UL & CSA)
Max. switching current (resistive load): 5A
Min. voltage and current: 1 amp at 5V dc, 0.1 amp at 24V dc
Peak switching voltage: 750V ac (transient suppression recommended)
Mechanical life of relay: 10,000,000 operations
Output Protection Circuitry Protected against false pulse on power-up
Output Response Time 20 milliseconds ON and OFF; independent of signal strength
(NOTE: 100 millisecond delay on power-up; relay de-energized during this time)
Adjustments Sensitivity control on rear of sensor allows precise gain setting (turn clockwise to increase gain)
Indicators Top-mounted red LED indicator lights whenever the sensor sees “light” condition.
Models SMA91E and SMA91ESR emitters have visible-red “tracer beam” which indicates “power on” and
enables easy “line-of-sight” alignment.
Construction Reinforced black thermoplastic polyester housing, totally encapsulated, molded acrylic lenses and stainless
steel hardware
Environmental Rating Meets NEMA standards 1, 2, 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 12 and 13; IEC IP66
Connections Emitters: PVC-jacketed 2 m (6.5') or 9 m (30') cable or 3-pin Mini-style quick-disconnect (QD) fitting
available. See page 8.
All Other Sensors: PVC-jacketed 2 m (6.5') or 9 m (30') cable or 5-pin Mini-style quick-disconnect (QD)
fitting available. See page 8.
Operating Conditions Temperature: -40° to +50° C (-40° to +122°F)
Maximum relative humidity: 90% at 50°C (non-condensing)
Application Notes Install transient suppressor (MOV) across any output contact which switches an inductive load
915 Series Specifications
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Sensors with Attached Cable Sensors with Quick-Disconnect
(5-Pin Mini-Style)
bu
ye
wh NC (Dark Operate)
C
NO (Light Operate)
bn +
–
bk
Supply Voltage*
*see Specifications
NC (Dark Operate)
C
NO (Light Operate)
bu
ye
wh
bn
bk
+
–
Supply Voltage*
*see Specifications
bn
bu
+
–
10-250V ac/dc
bn
bk
bu 10-250V ac/dc
+
–
Emitters with Attached Cable Emitters with Quick-Disconnect
(3-Pin Mini-Style)
3-Pin Mini-Style Pin-out
(Cable Connector Shown)
Brown Wire
Blue Wire
Black Wire
5-Pin Mini-Style Pin-out
(Cable Connector Shown)
Black Wire
Blue Wire
Brown Wire
Yellow Wire
White Wire
915 Series Hookups
36.6 mm
(1.44") 35.6 mm
(1.40")
LED Indicator
Lens Centerline
50.8 mm
(2.00")
12.7 mm
(0.50")
M30 x 1.5 External Thread
1/2" - 14 NPSM Internal Thread
39.1 mm
(1.54")
Hex Nut Supplied
26.7 mm
(1.05")
Mini-style
Quick-disconnect
With Attached Cable With Quick-Disconnect
Opposed, Retro, and Diffuse Sensing Modes
(model suffix E, ESR, R, RSR, LV, D & DSR)
915 Series Dimensions
39.6 mm
(1.56")
Convergent Sensing Mode
(model suffix LVAG & CV)
Glass Fiber Optic Models
(model suffix F)
42.2 mm
(1.66")
Fiber Port Centerline
Plastic Fiber Optic Models
(model suffix FP)
42.2 mm
(1.66")
Fiber Port Centerline
25.4 mm
(1.00")
4.5 mm
(#10) Screw Clearance (2)
17.8 mm
(0.70")
5.6 mm
(0.22")
Rear View, All Models
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Accessories
Description
All VALU-BEAM sensors may be ordered with an integral 9 m (30')
cable in place of the standard 2 m (6.5') cable
VALU-BEAM Modifications
Model Suffix Modification
Example of Model
Number
W/30 9 m (30') cable SMW915D W/30
Style Model Length Connector
3-Pin Mini
MBCC-306
MBCC-312
MBCC-330
2 m (6.5')
4 m (12')
9 m (30')
Straight
Straight
Straight
5-Pin Mini
MBCC-506
MBCC-512
MBCC-530
2 m (6.5')
4 m (12')
9 m (30')
Straight
Straight
Straight
Quick-Disconnect (QD) Cables
Used with:
All VALU-BEAM emitters
915 Series, other than emitters
Cabling Accessories
HF1-2NPS
• Flexible black nylon cable protector
• Includes a neoprene gland that compresses around the VALU-BEAM cable to provide an
additional seal against moisture
• Resistant to gasoline, alcohol, oil, grease, solvents and weak acids
• Working temperature range of -30°to +100°C (-22°to +212°F)
Model Description
AC-6
PVC-6
RF1-2NPS
2 m (6.5') armored cable jacket I.D. 5/16"; O.D. 7/16"
2 m (6.5') flexible PVC tubing (not for QD models) I.D. 1/4"; O.D. 3/8"
Compression fitting for attaching armored cable or PVC tubing —
For all emitters
The following cables are available for extending the length of existing sensor cable. These are 30 m (100') lengths of VALU-BEAM cable. This
cable may be spliced to existing cable. Connectors, if used, must be user-supplied.
915 Series sensors, other than emitters
Extension Cables (without connectors)
Model Type Used with:
EC915-100
EC312A-100 2-conductor
5-conductor
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Replacement Lens Assemblies
VALU-BEAM lens assemblies are field-replaceable. In addition, some lenses may be used to convert from one sensing mode to another, or to
change the sensing range of a particular sensor. The possible conversions are listed in the table below.
Change LV to LVAG
Change LV to CV
Change D or F to DSR, EF to ESR and RF to RSR
Change D to F and DSR to F
–
Change LVAG to LV, CV to LV, DSR to D & F to D
Flat Lexan®dust cover
Model Description
Possible Sensing Mode or
Range Changes
UC-900AG
UC-900C
UC-900DSR
UC-900F
UC-900FP
UC-900L
UC-900J
Replacement lens for LVAG
Replacement lens for C and CV
Replacement lens for DSR, ESR & RSR
Replacement lens for F
Replacement lens for FP
Replacement lens for E, R, LV & D
Attach to VALU-BEAMs E, R, ESR,
RSR, LV and D
Lexan®is a registered trademark of General Electric Co.
60°C (140°F)
60°C (140°F)
60°C (140°F)
60°C (140°F)
60°C (140°F)
60°C (140°F)
60°C (140°F)
65°C (150°F)
175°C (350°F)
Package of 10
Package of 5
Package of 2
Single Sheet
2.5 m (100") length
2.5 m (100") length
2.5 m (100") length
2.5 m (100") length
2.5 m (100") length
BRT-THG-3X3-10
BRT-THG-4X4-5
BRT-THG-8.5X11-2
BRT-THG-18X36
BRT-THG-1-100
BRT-THG-2-100
BRT-THG-3-100
BRT-T-100*
BRT-THT-100*
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.2
0.07
Unit
75 x 75 mm (3" x 3")
100 x 100 mm (4" x 4")
216 x 280 mm (8.5" x 11")
457 x 914 mm (18" x 36")
25 mm (1") wide
50 mm (2") wide
75 mm (3") wide
25 mm (1") wide
25 mm (1") wide
Model
Reflectivity
Factor Size
Maximum
Temperature
Retroreflective Tape
* Targets are not recommended for polarized retroreflective sensors
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65°C (150°F)
65°C (150°F)BRT-2A
Model
Reflectivity
Factor
Maximum
Temperature
BRT-3* 1.0
1.0
84 mm diameter
65°C (150°F)BRT-50 1.0
56 mm diameter
65°C (150°F)
65°C (150°F)BRT-1
BRT-1.5 1.0
1.0
Size
51 mm diameter
65°C (150°F)BRT-.6 1.0
46 mm diameter
65°C (150°F)BRT-50D* 1.0
25 mm diameter
50°C (120°F)
50°C (120°F)BRT-92X92C*
BRT-100X55A
50°C (120°F)
50°C (120°F)BRT-50R*
BRT-42D 1.0
1.0
20 mm diameter
51 mm diameter
50°C (120°F)BRT-25R 1.0
132 mm x 55 mm
50°C (120°F)BRT-42A 1.0
100 mm x 100 mm
1.5
3.0
42 mm diameter
51 mm diameter
50°C (120°F)BRT-77X77C* 2.0
25 mm diameter
50°C (120°F)BRT-100X50 1.5
42 mm diameter
50°C (120°F)
50°C (120°F)BRT-36X40BM
BRT-2X2 1.0
1.2**
85 mm x 85 mm
101 mm x 51 mm
50°C (120°F)BRT-60X40C* 1.4
51 mm x 61 mm
50°C (120°F)BRT-48X32 1.0
51 mm x 61 mm
50°C (120°F)
65°C (150°F)BRT-23X14CM**
BRT-48X32B 1.0
1.2
41 mm x 60 mm
33 mm x 48 mm
50°C (120°F)BRT-40X23 1.4
33 mm x 57 mm
50°C (120°F)BRT-40X23B 1.4
14 mm x 23 mm
50°C (120°F)
50°C (120°F)BRT-40X18A
BRT-35X20A 1.4
1.0
24 mm x 40 mm
24 mm x 48 mm
50°C (120°F)BRT-53X19A 1.4
24 mm x 55 mm
50°C (120°F)BRT-100X18A 1.4
18 mm x 60 mm
65°C (150°F)BRT-L .08
19 mm x 72 mm
200°C (390°F)BRT-41AHT 1.0
19 mm x 120 mm
480°C (900°F)BRT-4HT*** .15
165 mm x 19 mm
41 mm diameter
100 mm x 100 mm
65°C (150°F)BRT-34 1.4 84 mm diameter
50°C (120°F)BRT-35DM** 1.2 35 mm diameter
65°C (150°F)BRT-80X50 50 mm x 80 mm1.4
50°C (120°F)BRT-48X32A 1.0 33 mm x 65 mm
65°C (150°F)BRT-32X20AM** 1.2 24 mm x 32 mm
65°C (150°F)BRT-62X10AM** 1.2 10 mm x 62 mm
NOTE: The range of all retroreflective sensors is specified
using target model BRT-3. Sensing range and signal
strength at any given sensor-to-target distance will vary
due to target reflectivity and target area. A “Reflectivity
Factor” is included for each target model to help predict
sensor performance, relative to the excess gain curve
plotted for target model BRT-3. Consider, also, target
area when predicting performance.
* Optional brackets are available; see Banner Photoelectric Product Catalog
** Target has micro-prism geometry
*** Targets are not recommended for polarized retroreflective sensors
Retroreflective Targets
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MINI-BEAM Mounting Brackets
SMB30C
• 30 mm split clamp bracket
• Black reinforced thermoplastic polyester
• Includes stainless steel mounting hardware
SMB30MM
• 30 mm, 12-ga, stainless steel bracket with curved
mounting slots for versatility and orientation
• Clearance for M6 (1/4") hardware
56.0 mm
(2.20")
63.0 mm
(2.48")
45.0 mm
(1.77")
2.5 mm
(0.10")
31.5 mm
(1.24")
Nut Plate
M5 x 0.8
x 80 mm
Screw (2)
13 mm
(0.5")
13.5 mm (0.53")
35.1 mm
(1.38")
35.1 mm
(1.38")
69.9 mm
(2.75")
7.1 mm
.28 x 90° (2 Slots)
R 25.4 mm
(1.00")
ø30.1 mm
(1.19")
57.2 mm
(2.25")
25.4 mm
(1.00")
25.4 mm
(1.00")
ø 6.4 mm
(0.25" dia.)
57.2 mm
(2.25")
SMB30SC
• 30 mm swivel bracket
• Black reinforced thermoplastic polyester
• Includes stainless steel mounting and swivel locking
hardware
50.8 mm
(2.00")
58.7 mm
(2.31")
66.5 mm
(2.62")
30.0 mm
(1.18")
29.0 mm
(1.14")
12.7 mm
(0.50")
M30 x 1.5
internal
thread
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WARRANTY: Banner Engineering Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects for one year. Banner Engineering Corp. will repair or
replace, free of charge, any product of its manufacture found to be defective at the time it is returned to the factory during the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover damage or liability for the improper application of Banner products. This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty
either expressed or implied.
WARNING . . . Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use these products as sensing devices for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to serious injury or death.
These sensors do NOT include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow their use in personnel safety applications.
A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an energized or de-energized sensor output condition. Consult your current Banner Safety
Products catalog for safety products which meet OSHA, ANSI and IEC standards for personnel protection.
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