Banner Engineering Q4X Versatile, Rugged Laser Distance Sensor
Banner’s Q4X is the next generation problem-solving sensor, but it builds upon and complements existing Banner sensors. The QS18 laser adjustable field and QS30 expert laser diffuse sensors have been Banner's go-to, problem-solving products for many years for challenging part-presence applications. The Q4X expands the types of applications Banner can solve, by offering a rugged, stainless steel, versatile sensor that can solve a variety of challenging application and adding distance-based detection to the product portfolio.
Features
- The ultimate problem solver: reduce sensor inventory with a reliable, durable sensor that solves the most challenging applications
- Solves difficult distance‐based applications regardless of target surface reflectivity, including black foam on black plastic, black rubber in front of metal, multicolor packaging and targets of all colors
- Reliable sensing range of 25 mm (0.98 in) to 300 mm (11.81 in) with best in class excess gain
- Angled four‐digit display with submillimeter resolution is easily viewed from multiple vantage points
- Display provides clear user feedback for easy setup, and bright output indicator provides high visibility of sensor operation
- Intuitive setup utilizing three tactile buttons conveniently located below the display
- Durable and robust construction resists mechanical impact, over tightening and extreme vibration
- FDA grade stainless steel, chemically‐resistant material and laser marked sensor information withstands aggressive cleaning procedures
- Superior resistance to ambient light interference prevents nuisance output trips under changing lighting conditions
Temperature-compensated design ensures reliable detection during changing temperature conditions
Applications
- Presence/absence
- Part orientation
- Black foam on black plastic
- Shiny package detection
- Multicolor package detection
- Any challenging distance-based application
Specifications
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Sensing Beam
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Visible red Class 1 laser, 655 nm
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Supply Voltage (Vcc)
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10 to 30 V dc
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Power and Current Consumption, exclusive of load
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< 675 mW
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Sensing Range
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25 mm (0.98 in) to 300 mm (11.81 in)
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Output Configuration
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Bipolar (1 PNP & 1 NPN) output
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Output Rating
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Off-state leakage current: < 5 μA at 30 V dc
PNP On-state saturation voltage: < 1.5 V dc at 100 mA load
NPN On-state saturation voltage: < 1.0 V dc at 100 mA load
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Remote Input
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Allowable Input Voltage Range: 0 to Vcc
Active Low (internal weak pullup—sinking current):Low State < 2.0 V at 1 mA max.
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Supply Protection Circuitry
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Protected against reverse polarity, over-voltage, and transient voltages.
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Beam Spot Size
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Distance: 25, Size (Horizontal x Vertical) 2.6 mm x 1.0 mm
Distance:150, Size (Horizontal x Vertical) 2.3 mm x 0.9 mm
Distance:300, Size (Horizontal x Vertical) 2.0 mm x 0.8 mm
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Temperature Effect
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0.05 mm/°C at 125 mm
0.35 mm/°C at 300 mm
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Response Speed
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User selectable:
1.5 milliseconds
3 milliseconds
10 milliseconds
25 milliseconds
50 milliseconds
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Delay at Power Up
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< 750 ms
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Ambient Light Immunity
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> 5,000 lux
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Maximum Torque
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Side mounting: 1 N·m (9 in·lbs)
Nose mounting:20 N·m (177 in·lbs)
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Connector
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5-pin Euro M12 Integral Connector
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Construction
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Housing: 316 L stainless steel
Lens cover:PMMA acrylic
Lightpipe and display window:polysulfone
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Vibration
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MIL-STD-202G, Method 201A (10 to 60 Hz, 0.06
in (1.52 mm) double amplitude, 2 hours each along X, Y and Z axes), with
sensor operating
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Shock
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MIL-STD-202G, Method 213B, Condition I (100G 6x along X, Y and Z axes, 18 total shocks), with sensor operating.
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Environmental Rating
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IP67 per IEC60529
IP68 per IEC60529
IP69K per DIN40050-9
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Chemical Compatibility
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Compatible with commonly used acidic or caustic cleaning and disinfecting chemicals used in equipment cleaning and sanitation.
Compatible with typical cutting fluids and lubricating fluids used in machining centers.
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Operating Conditions
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Temperature: −10 °C to +55 °C (+14 °F to +131 °F)
Humidity:35% to 95% relative humidity
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Storage Temperature
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–25 °C to +75 °C (−13 °F to +167 °F)
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Application Note
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For optimum performance, allow 10 minutes for the sensor to warm up.
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 Download the Q4X Instruction Manual in *.pdf format
Download the Q4X Quick Start Guide in *.pdf format
Download the Q4X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet in *.pdf format
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