Overview
The Banner Engineering PD49VP6LLPQ is a ruggedized PicoDot laser photoelectric sensor designed for precise detection applications requiring a tight beam spot and long-range sensing capability. Part of Banner’s proven PicoDot lineup, this polarized retroreflective sensor excels in applications where small feature detection and high-precision triggering are essential. With sensing range up to 10.6 meters and built-in potentiometer adjustment, the PD49VP6LLPQ delivers consistent performance in challenging manufacturing and material handling environments.
Key Features
- Polarized retroreflective mode with visible red laser (650 nm) for easy alignment
- Sensing range up to 10.6 meters with supported retro target
- Tight beam spot for high-precision detection of small objects and features
- 10-30V DC input voltage with complementary PNP transistor output
- Light-ON / Dark-ON selectable operation modes
- IP67 sealed thermoplastic housing with acrylic lens for harsh-environment durability
- 6-inch (150 mm) pre-wired pigtail with quick-disconnect M12-style connector
- Potentiometer-adjustable sensitivity for field optimization
Technical Specifications
- Sensor Type: Laser photoelectric, polarized retroreflective
- Sensing Distance: 0.2–10.6 m (with supported retro target)
- Light Source: Visible red laser, 650 nm wavelength
- Supply Voltage: 10–30 V DC (12 V / 24 V nominal)
- Output: Complementary PNP transistor (NO/NC)
- Connector: 5-pin Euro-style M12 quick-disconnect
- Cable Length: 6 inches (150 mm) pre-wired pigtail
- Housing: Thermoplastic with acrylic lens
- Operating Temperature: −10 to +50 °C ambient
- Protection: IP67 / NEMA 6
- Adjustment: Potentiometer for sensitivity tuning
Typical Applications
- Small object and feature detection on assembly lines
- Precise position triggering and edge detection
- Material handling and conveyor control
- Reflective surface detection with polarization filtering
- High-precision packaging and sorting applications
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley PLC and CompactLogix controllers
- Siemens S7-1200 / S7-1500 industrial controllers
- Mitsubishi Q-series and FX-series PLCs
- Omron CP and CJ-series programmable controllers
- Standard 10-30 V DC industrial control systems
- PNP input modules and industrial I/O networks
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Banner Engineering PD45VP6LLPQ
- Verify compatibility with your existing system before ordering
Works With
- PNP NPN converter modules for NPN-only systems
- EtherNet/IP gateway interfaces for networked installations
- Industrial automation software (Studio 5000, TIA Portal, GX Works)
- Standard 24 V DC industrial power supplies
