Overview
The Banner QS18VP6AF100Q is a compact adjustable-field photoelectric sensor from Banner Engineering’s WORLD-BEAM QS18 series. This sensor combines precise optical performance with mechanical field adjustability, enabling installers to fine-tune sensing parameters on-site. With background suppression and visible red LED illumination, it reliably detects targets in applications ranging from conveyor monitoring to packaging automation and machine vision systems.
Key Features
- Adjustable-field design with background suppression system for reliable performance
- Sensing range 1–100 mm, adjustable cutoff 20–100 mm
- Visible red LED for easy alignment and troubleshooting
- Complementary PNP transistor outputs (Light-ON or Dark-ON selectable)
- IP67 / NEMA 6 rated for sealed, wash-down environments
- Thermoplastic housing with acrylic lens for durability
Technical Specifications
- Supply Voltage: 10–30 VDC
- Sensing Range: 1–100 mm (adjustable cutoff 20–100 mm)
- Output Type: Complementary PNP transistor
- Light Source: Visible red LED
- Cable: 150 mm (6 in) M8 pigtail with quick-disconnect (QD)
- Housing Material: Thermoplastic
- Lens Material: Acrylic
- IP Rating: IP67
- Electrical Rating: NEMA 6
- Operating Temperature: –20 to +55 °C
Typical Applications
- Conveyor and package detection on production lines
- Part presence/absence sensing in assembly operations
- Bottle and container detection in beverage and packaging industries
- Position sensing and edge detection for machine automation
- Material handling and logistics automation systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial automation controllers and PLCs with 10–30 VDC supply
- Banner Engineering M8 quick-disconnect cabling and connectors
- Systems supporting PNP transistor sensor inputs
- Conveyor, assembly, and packaging machinery with analog or digital sensor interfaces
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- QS18VP6AF100Q5 (M12 pigtail variant)
- Other QS18 series adjustable-field sensors with equivalent specifications
Works With
- Banner Engineering M8 and M12 pigtail connector systems
- Standard 10–30 VDC industrial power supplies
- Control systems with PNP transistor input modules
- Manual adjustable-field threshold configuration (no software required)
