Overview
The Banner Q20E-78017 is a photoelectric emitter sensor from Banner Engineering’s World-Beam Q20 Series, designed for through-beam (opposed mode) detection in industrial automation applications. This compact rectangular sensor delivers reliable long-range detection up to 12 meters, making it ideal for assembly line monitoring, material handling, and process control systems where consistent optical sensing is critical.
Key Features
- 12-meter sensing range — Long-distance through-beam detection for flexible system layouts
- Visible red light (624nm) — Easy alignment and troubleshooting without IR viewer
- IP67/NEMA 6 rated — Sealed against dust and water ingress for harsh factory environments
- Pre-wired configuration — 2-meter cable with flying leads reduces installation time
- Compact rectangular housing — Low-profile design for space-constrained mounting
- Wide voltage range — 10–30VDC operation accommodates diverse control architectures
Technical Specifications
- Sensing Range: 12 meters (39.4 feet)
- Light Type: Visible red (624 nm)
- Supply Voltage: 10–30 VDC
- Connector: 4-pin configuration with flying leads
- Cable Length: 2 meters (6.5 feet) PVC
- Housing Material: Thermoplastic
- IP Rating: IP67 / NEMA 6
- Operating Temperature: –20 to +60°C (–4 to +140°F)
- Series: World-Beam Q20
- Type: Through-Beam Emitter (Transmitter)
Typical Applications
The Banner Q20E-78017 emitter is commonly used in:
- Assembly and packaging machinery for part detection and sorting
- Conveyor systems and production line monitoring
- Material handling and automated warehousing
- Level detection in hoppers, tanks, and bins
- Presence/absence sensing for quality control and safety interlocks
- Door and gate position detection in industrial facilities
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- World-Beam Q20 Series receivers (Q20R and Q20LR models)
- Industrial PLC and automation controllers accepting 4-pin sensor inputs
- 24VDC and 12VDC industrial control systems
- Standard DIN rail and bracket mounting systems
- Fiber-optic versions and extended-range cable kits (optional orders)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Equivalent Banner photoelectric emitter models in the Q20 Series with matching cable and connector specifications
- Earlier generations of World-Beam through-beam emitters with identical mounting footprints
- Verify specific part compatibility with your system integrator before ordering
Works With
- World-Beam Q20 receiver sensors for opposed-mode operation
- M8 and M12 quick disconnect variants available through Banner Engineering
- Banner Automation software and configuration tools
- Standard industrial 24VDC and 12VDC power supply architectures
- Modular sensor integration platforms in PLC-based automation systems
