WORLD-BEAM
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QS30ELVC Series
Expert™ Clear Object Non-Polarized Retroreflective Sensor
Printed in USA 01/09 P/N 139760 rev. A
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.
Features
Reliable detection of clear, translucent, or opaque targets — including mirror-like •
surfaces
Automatic compensation algorithm compensates for dust or contamination on the •
sensor or reflector and for ambient temperature changes
3 selectable thresholds based on type of target being detected•
Easy configuration via push buttons or remote wire•
Easy-to-read operating status indicators•
Rugged housing for harsh environments; rated IP67 (NEMA 6), 1200 psi washdown •
per NEMA PW12
Compact housing, mounting versatility — 30 mm threaded barrel or side-mount•
Models
Model Sensing Range and Use* Cable** Supply Voltage Output
QS30ELVC 100 mm to 2 m (3.9" to 78")
Light SET for clear object detection
2 m (6.5') 5-wire cable
10 to 30V dc Bipolar (NPN and PNP)
QS30ELVCQ Integral 5-pin Euro-Style QD
* Operation at shorter and longer distances possible. Contact factory for applications assistance.
** For 9 m (30') cable, add suffix “W/30” to the model number (e.g., QS30ELVC W/30).
For 150 mm (6") pigtail with a 5-pin Euro-style connector, add suffix “Q5” to the model number (e.g., QS30ELVCQ5).
For 150 mm (6") PUR cable with 5-pin threaded Euro-Style QD, add suffix “QPMA” to the model number (e.g. QS30ELVCQPMA).
A model with a QD connector requires a mating cordset (see page 9).
RETRO
CLEAR PLASTIC
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2 P/N 139760 rev. A
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Overview
The QS30ELVC is an easy-to-use, high-performance retroreflective sensor optimized for
detection of clear, translucent, or opaque objects. The optical design of the sensor ensures
reliable detection of PET bottles, glass containers, and optically engineered surfaces such
as mirrors, LCD glass with polarizing films, or semi-conductor wafers. The sensor will not be
tricked by specular reflections from the object under normal operating conditions.
The compact housing has a large, easy-to-see bargraph display for easy configuration
and status monitoring during operation. The sensor housing can be side-mounted, using
integral mounting holes, or front-mounted, via the 30 mm threaded barrel. A wide assortment
of mounting brackets are also available for applications requiring adjustability or robust
mechanical protection.
The QS30ELVC is configured for operation using the Light SET procedure described on page
4.ThesensorissimplyalignedtotheincludedretroreectivetargetandtheLightSETis
initiated either via the push button or the remote wire input. A reliable detection is assured
when the appropriate threshold for clear, translucent or dark object is selected.
Continued reliable operation is maintained as the thresholds adapt to changing signal levels
over time using Banner Engineering’s auto compensation tracking algorithm. The sensor
tracks the amount of light returned at every opportunity and makes fine adjustments to the
switching threshold as required due to dust or contamination in the environment building up
on the lens window or reflector. If the retroreflector is cleaned, returning the light to its original
level, the sensor quickly adapts and continues operating with no need to perform another
Light SET procedure.
The sensor can recover from a cold power-up by re-using the stored threshold values from the
last Light SET procedure. You only need to perform the Light SET procedure if the sensor is
moved or the sensor to reflector separation distance is changed.
The sensor ships from the factory as a DARK OPERATE (DO), non-polarized retroreflective
sensor with auto compensation enabled for easy set-up and reliable operation. The automatic
compensation tracking algorithm can be disabled if required through the user SETUP buttons
or the remote teach wire.
Indicators
The sensor’s compact housing has a large, easy-to-see bargraph display plus bright
LEDs for easy configuration and status monitoring during operation. Sensor power and
output state are indicated by the green and amber LEDs located at the top of the sensor.
Sensor configuration is indicated by the 5-segment amber display. Signal strength relative
to the switchpoint is indicated by the 3-segment red Signal bargraph (see Figure 2).
Figure 1. Features
Green Power ON LED
Amber Output LED
Switching
Threshold
Bargraph Display (Red)
Configuration
Push Buttons
Configuration Display
(Amber)
Clear Medium Dark
Received light level is greater
than switching threshold
8-16% of light SET level is being blocked
> 16% of light SET level is being blocked
Figure 2. Signal strength relative to the switchpoint
16-32% of light SET level is being blocked
> 32% of light SET level is being blocked
32-64% of light SET level is being blocked
> 64% of light SET level is being blocked
Received light level is greater
than switching threshold
Received light level is greater
than switching threshold
P/N 139760 rev. A 3
Banner Engineering Corp.•Minneapolis,MNU.S.A
www.bannerengineering.com•Tel:763.544.3164
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Applications
Clear Bottle or Object Detection
1. Mount the retroreflector.
2. Align the sensor to the retroreflector.
3.PerformLightSET(page4)withnoobjectpresent.
4.UsingSwitchpointAdjustment(page6),selectthedarkestswitchpointwhichreliablydetects
the object. Medium level (16% below the signal from the retroreflector) will work for most
applications. Dark level will provide more robust detection under difficult environmental
conditions (e.g. dust, vibration, etc).
Clear Bottle or Object Counting
1. Mount the retroreflector.
2. Align the sensor to the retroreflector.
3. Disable the auto compensation function. Allow for 10 minute sensor warm-up period.
4.Positionthebottlesorobjectssothebeamispassingthroughthegapbetweenthebottles.
5.PerformLightSET(page4)onthegapcondition.
6. Using Switchpoint Adjustment (page 6), select the darkest switchpoint which reliably detects
the object. Medium level (16% below the signal from the retroreflector) will work for most
applications. Dark level may provide more robust detection under difficult environmental
conditions (e.g. dust, vibration, etc).
Reflective Object Detection
1. Mount the retroreflector.
2. Align the sensor to the retroreflector.
3.PerformLightSET(page4)withnoobjectpresent.
4.UsingSwitchpointAdjustment(page6),selectclearormediumswitchpointpercentage(8%
or 16% below the signal from the retroreflector). This will reduce the chance of specular
reflection affecting the sensor.
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4 P/N 139760 rev. A
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Push Buttons Remote
0.04 seconds ≤ T ≤ 0.8 seconds Indicators
Set Switchpoint
•Alignsensortoreflector
•Pressandhold“+”
> 2 seconds
•Alignsensortoreflector
•Single-pulseremoteline Green Power LED: OFF
Amber Output LED: ON
Bargraph: Top two signal LEDs
alternate flashing
Sensor Feedback
Switchpoint Accepted
Green Power LED: ON
Amber Output LED: ON (LO) or OFF (DO)
Bargraph: Appropriate LED ON
•Sensor returns to RUN mode with
new settings
Switchpoint Unacceptable
Green Power LED: ON
Amber Output LED: Flashing (Alarm State*)
Bargraph: All OFF
* See page 6
Single-Point Light SET
•Usefulforclearobjectdetectionandotherapplicationswithsmallvariationsincontrast.
•Setsaswitchpointat8(clear),16(medium)or32(dark)percentbelowthesignalfromthe
retroreflector.
•Switchpointpositionisselectableusingthe“+”and“-”buttons.Select8,16,or32
percent (Switchpoint Selection).
•SensormustbeaimedatthereectorduringtheSETprocess.Allconditionsdarkerthan
the switchpoint condition result in ON output (Dark Operate). Output ON and OFF conditions
canbereversedbychangingLight/DarkOperateinSETUPmode(factorysetting:Dark
Operate).
Darkest
(no signal)
Most Light
(saturated
signal)
Output ON Output OFF
Location of switchpoint
Sensor
Switchpoint
Learned
Signal from
Retro Target
Offset based on
selected configuration
(+) (-)
Figure 3. Low-contrast SET (Dark Operate
shown)
or
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T
T
T
T
T T
TTT
T T
T T
T
T T
T T
T
P/N 139760 rev. A 5
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SETUP Mode
SETUPmodeisusedtochangesensorconfiguration:
•LightorDarkoperate
•Enableordisableautomaticcompensationalgorithm
If SETUP mode programming is interrupted and remains inactive for 60 seconds, the
sensor returns to RUN mode with the most recent settings (i.e., exits and saves current
selection).
SETUP mode operates in the “background”, while the outputs are active; changes are
updated instantly.
The sensor can be configured using the remote line (see page 7).
Push Button
0.04 seconds ≤ “Click” ≤ 0.8 seconds Result
Access
SETUP Mode
•Pressandholdbothpushbuttons>2seconds
Green Power LED: OFF
Amber Output LED: Remains active
Bargraph:
Status indicators (LO and AUTO)
flash current setup
Select Setting Combination
•ClickeitherpushbuttonuntilLEDsshowdesiredsettings Sensor rotates through four setting combinations, in the
followingorder:
Return to
RUN Mode
•Pressandholdbothpushbuttons>2seconds
Green Power LED: ON
Amber Output LED: Remains active
Bargraph:
Indicates current setup
•SensorreturnstoRUNmode
with new settings
or
or
or
Setting Combination Auto LED LO LED
Auto Compensation ON/DO* ON OFF
Auto Compensation ON/LO ON ON
Auto Compensation OFF/LO OFF ON
Auto Compensation OFF/DO OFF OFF
* Factory default setting
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Switchpoint Selection
The switchpoint can be selected during RUN mode and is accomplished via the push
buttons or the remote wire (see Remote Line TEACH, page 7).
Switchpoint selection via push buttons:
•Press“+”and“-”toselectdesiredswitchpoint
•Threepossiblechoices;8, 16 or 32 percent below the signal from the retroreflector.
Selection does not wrap around.
The sensor continues operating normally with the newly selected threshold value. It is not
necessary to repeat the light SET.
Push Button Disable
In addition to its configuration function, Remote Configuration may be used to disable
the push buttons for security. Disabling the push buttons prevents undesired tampering
withtheconfigurationsettings.TheGreenPowerLEDblinks4timesifapushbuttonis
pressed while they are locked out. The sensor continues operating normally and ignores
the button press. Connect the gray wire of the sensor as described on page 2, and four-
pulsetoeitherenableordisablethepushbuttons:
Alarm State
The QS30ELVC Alarm State indicates that the sensor requires attention. In all situations, the alarm can be cleared by realigning the sensor to
the retroreflector, cleaning the sensor or retroreflector of contamination, and performing a Light SET to establish a valid light signal.
AlarmStateisindicatedby:
•AmberOutputLEDashing
•All3RedSignalLEDsOFF
•Outputforcedtoblockedstate(i.e.ifsensorisindarkoperate(DO),theoutputisconducting)
ThesensormayenterAlarmStateforthreereasons:
1. The sensor may be in Alarm State when first powered up. This is normal operation and does not indicate a problem with the sensor.
The Alarm State will be cleared when a valid Light SET is performed.
2. The sensor will enter Alarm State if the Light SET procedure fails. This indicates the sensor did not receive enough light from the
retroreflector for reliable detection. Realign the sensor to the retroreflector, making sure all optical surfaces are free of contamination.
If the automatic compensation algorithm is enabled, the sensor may recover at this point and begin operating normally. It is not
necessary to repeat the Light SET procedure. If automatic compensation has been disabled, the sensor will remain in the Alarm State
until the alignment has been corrected and a Light SET is successfully completed.
3. The sensor can enter Alarm State if the auto compensation algorithm is enabled and the sensor has automatically adjusted the
threshold as much as possible. The sensor and retroreflector should be cleaned, or the sensor should be realigned to the retroreflector.
The sensor will automatically adapt to the new light level, or a Light SET can be performed to reestablish the light level.
In any case, the sensor can be returned to normal operation by ensuring a clean optical path, aligning the sensor to the retroreflector, and
performing a Light SET procedure on the sensor.
0.04 < T < 0.8 s
P/N 139760 rev. A 7
Banner Engineering Corp.•Minneapolis,MNU.S.A
www.bannerengineering.com•Tel:763.544.3164
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Remote Line TEACH
General Notes
•Connect the gray wire of the sensor to ground (0V dc), with a remote programming switch connected between them
•Run Mode is the sensor’s normal operating condition
•ThedurationofeachPulseisdenedas“T”:0.04 < T < 0.8 s
• A Hold will exit TEACH MODE and return to Run Mode with previously saved changes. The duration of a Holdis:T > 2 s
•ATimeout will occur if a condition is not registered within 60 seconds, causing the sensor to return to Run Mode (during sensor configuration only)
•SensorconfigurationuserfeedbackshownonGreenLED.Seeflowchartbelow.
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T
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Light SET
Basic Configuration Menu
LO
DO (default)
8%
16% (default)
Advanced Sensor
Configuration Menu
Push button
enabled (default)
Push button
disabled
Auto. comp.
enabled (default)
Auto. comp.
disabled
Push button enable /disable
(legacy method)
Restore factory defaults
Run Mode
1x
2x
3x
4x
8x
1x
3x
2x
4x
1x
2x
3x
4x
Power LED OFF,
Red Signal LED Flashing
Power LED OFF
LO and current threshold LEDs Flashing
Power LED OFF
Auto LED Flashing
Flash Power:
1x for enabled, Repeat twice
2x for disabled, Repeat twice
All LEDs off for 1 s
LO LED ON
LO LED OFF
Clear Bottle
Medium Bottle
Flash Power 1x,
Repeat twice
Flash Power 2x,
Repeat twice
Auto LED ON
Auto LED OFF
Power LED ON,
All other LEDs in normal
operating condition
Exit
60 second Timeout
2 s Hold
2 s Hold
5x
32% Dark Bottle
60 second Timeout
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Specifications
Sensing Beam 660 nm visible red LED
Sensing Range and Use 100 mm to 2 m (3.9" to 78"); Light SET for clear object detection
Supply Voltage 10 to 30V dc (10% max. ripple) @ 25 mA max current, exclusive of load
Supply Protection Circuitry Protected against reverse polarity, over voltage, and transient voltages
Delay at Power-Up 250 ms; outputs do not conduct during this time
Output Configuration Bipolar:1currentsourcing(PNP)and1currentsinking(NPN)
Output Ratings
150 mA maximum load; see Application Note 1
OFF-state leakage current: < 50 µA at 30V dc
ON-state saturation voltage:
NPN: < 200 mV @ 10 mA; < 1V @ 150 mA
PNP: < 1.25V @ 10 mA; < 2V @ 150 mA
Output Protection Protected against output short-circuit, continuous overload, transient over-voltages, and false pulse on power up
Output Response Time 500 microseconds
Repeatability 150 microseconds
Adjustments
2 push buttons and remote wire
• Easypush-buttonconfigurationanddeterministicremotewireconfiguration
• Selectfrom3standardthresholdsbasedonobjectbeingdetected
• LightOperate/DarkOperateconfigurationoptionsselectableviapushbuttonsorremotewire
• Push-buttonlockout(fromremotewireonly)
Indicators
Green LED: Power ON and feedback on configuration and remote wire pulses
Amber LED: Output conducting or error condition (flashing)
3-Segment Red Signal Bargraph: Signal strength (excess gain), relative to switchpoint
5-Segment Amber Display: Sensor Configuration
Construction ABS plastic housing; acrylic lens cover
Environmental Rating Leakproof design rated IEC IP67 (NEMA 6); PW12 1200 PSI washdown
Connections 5-conductor 2 m (6.5’) PVC cable, 9 m (30’) PVC cable, 150 mm (6") pigtail with a 5-pin Euro-style connector,
150 mm (6") PUR cable with 5-pin threaded Euro-Style QD or 5-pin integral Euro-style quick-disconnect fitting
Operating Conditions Temperature:-10°to+55°C(+14°to122°F),
Max. relative humidity: 95% @ 50°C (non-condensing)
Vibration and Mechanical
Shock
AllmodelsmeetMil.Std.202Frequirements.Method201A(Vibration:10to60Hzmax.doubleamplitude0.06",
maximumacceleration10G).AlsomeetsIEC947-5-2requirements:30G,11msduration,halfsinewave.
Application Notes 1.Ifsupplyvoltageis>24Vdc,deratemaximumoutputcurrent1mA/°Cabove25°C
Certifications CE Pending
Hookups
Cabled Models QD Models
bn
Remote Teach
Note: Pink wire not used
bu
wh
bk
gy
+10 - 30V dc
–
Load
Load
150 mA max. load
P/N 139760 rev. A 9
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Dimensions
Accessories
QD Models
Cabled Models
Hardware Included:
(10) M3 x 0.5 x 28 stainless
steel machine screws, nuts and
washers
Quick-Disconnect Cables
Style Model Length Dimensions Pinout
5-pin
Euro-style
straight
MQDC1-506
MQDC1-515
MQDC1-530
2 m (6.5')
5 m (15')
9 m (30')
5-pin
Euro-style
right-angle
MQDC1-506RA
MQDC1-515RA
MQDC1-530RA
2 m (6.5')
5 m (15')
9 m (30')
White Wire
Blue Wire
Black Wire
Brown Wire
Gray Wire
38 mm max.
(1.5")
M12 x 1
ø 15 mm
(0.6")
38 mm max.
(1.5")
M12 x 1
ø 15 mm
(0.6")
44 mm max.
(1.7")
33.0 mm
(1.30")
Emitter
28.8 mm
(1.13")
Receiver
17.6 mm
(0.69")
12.5 mm
(0.49")
3.5 mm
(0.14")
44.0 mm
(1.73")
1.3 mm
(0.05")
22.0 mm
(0.87")
13.0 mm
(0.51")
5.0 mm
(0.20")
32.5 mm
(1.28")
35.0 mm
(1.38")
2 x ø3.3 mm (0.125")
max. torque
0.7 Nm (6 in lbs)
M30 x 1.5 Thread
max. torque
6 Nm (53 in lbs)
with included 30 mm
mounting nut
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Mounting Brackets
NOTE:Othersensormodelsshownonsomeviewsbelow.
SMBQS30L •Right-anglebracketforcabledsensors
•14-gaugestainlesssteel
•±12°tiltadjustment
•ClearanceforM4(#8)hardware
SMBQS30LT •Tallright-anglebracketforQDsensorswithstraight
cordset connectors
•14-gaugestainlesssteel
•±8°tiltadjustment
SMBQS30Y •Heavy-dutydie-castbracketwithM18vertical
mounting option
•±8°tiltadjustmentforcabledsensors
•Nutsandlockwasherincluded
SMB30SC •Swivelbracketwith30mmmountingholeforsensor
•Blackreinforcedthermoplasticpolyester
•Stainlesssteelmountingandswivellockinghardware
included
Other Compatible Mounting Brackets (see Banner Photoelectric catalog or website for more information):
• SMB30MM
• SMB30A
• SMB30FA
16.35 mm
24.0 mm
35.0 mm
13.3 mm
26.5 mm
18.0 mm
56 mm
7.0 mm
33 mm
17.0 mm
M18 X 1
4 X Ø 3.3 mm
2 X R 33.0 mm
20°
4.5 mm
24.0 mm
11.0 mm
44.0 mm
R35.0 mm
ø4.3 mm
22.0 mm
R1.7 mm
R33.0 mm
91.4 mm
1.9 mm
86.4 mm
16 mm
20°
44.0 mm
R35.0 mm
4.5 mm
24.0 mm
11.0 mm
ø4.3 mm
22.0 mm
64.4 mm
1.9 mm
R33.0 mm
33.0 mm
59.4 mm
24°
50.8 mm
58.7 mm
66.5 mm
30.0 mm
29.0 mm
12.7 mm
M30 x 1.5
internal
thread
50.8 mm
58.7 mm
66.5 mm
30.0 mm
29.0 mm
12.7 mm
M30 x 1.5
internal
thread
P/N 139760 rev. A 11
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WORLD-BEAM
®
QS30ELVC Series
Retroreflective Targets
Banner offers a wide selection of high-quality retroreflective targets. See the Accessories section of your
currentBannerPhotoelectricSensorscatalogforcompleteinformation.NOTE:QS30ELVCsensorsrequire
corner cube type, large facet retroreflective targets only. Microprism and flexible tape reflectors are not recommended.
BRT-
2X2LVC
•Corner-cubereflector
•1.0reflectivityfactor*
•Max.temp.+50°C(+122°F)
•Suppliedwithsensor
BRT-
40X19A
•Corner-cubereflector
•1.2reflectivityfactor*
•Max.temp.+50°C(+122°F)
•Suppliedwithsensor
BRT-
92X92C
•Corner-cubereflector
•3.0reflectivityfactor*
•Max.temp.+50°C(+122°F)
•Optional
*Reflectivity factor when compared with the standard BRT-3 reflector
100 mm
92 mm
92 mm
3.5 mm
9 mm
100 mm Clear
Acrylic
Lens White
Base
51 mm
56 mm 51 mm
30 m m
10 mm
4.2 mm x 14.2 mm Slot (2)
61 mm
3.5 mm
Clear
Acrylic
Lens
8.9 mm
19.3 mm
50.0 mm 60.2 mm
7.3 mm
ø4.0 mm
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WORLD-BEAM
®
QS30ELVC Series
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.
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