Overview
The Banner D12EN6FP is a compact fiber optic presence sensor from Banner’s D12 Expert series. This 10-30VDC sensor delivers NPN (sinking) output logic and includes a 2-meter (6.5-foot) pre-attached cable for quick integration into machine vision and part detection systems. The D12EN6FP uses plastic fiber optic cables and is engineered for flexible sensing applications where mechanical contact is not practical.
Key Features
- D12 Expert Series: D12 Expert plastic fiber optic sensor with 10-30V dc input
- NPN Output: SPST NPN output logic for control interface compatibility
- LED Indicator Display: 7-segment moving-dot LED bargraph display indicates received signal strength
- Noise Immunity: Fiber optic design is inherently immune to extreme electrical noise
- Fast Response: Standard 500 µs response time
- Plastic Fiber Optic: Works with standard Banner plastic fiber assemblies for cost-effective deployment
Technical Specifications
- Supply Voltage: 10-30V dc
- Output Type: SPST NPN
- Fiber Type: Plastic and Glass
- Cable Length: 2m (6.5 ft)
- Sensing Range: Depends on fiber selection and alignment
- Response Time: 500 µs (standard mode)
- Operating Humidity: 90% relative humidity @ 50°C
- Part Number: 41959
Typical Applications
- Parts counting and detection on conveyor systems
- Object detection in confined spaces where traditional sensors cannot fit
- Presence verification in high-vibration or electromagnetically noisy environments
- Packaging and labeling equipment control
- Material handling and sorting applications
- Assembly line quality control and position sensing
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Banner plastic fiber optic cables and assemblies
- Banner glass fiber optic cables (by special order)
- Standard 10-30VDC industrial control power supplies
- NPN-compatible programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
- Standard industrial relay and discrete control circuits
- 24VDC distributed I/O modules and controllers
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Other D12EN6FP units (exact replacement)
- Banner D12 series sensors with similar specifications (verify pinout and output configuration)
- Other 10-30VDC plastic fiber optic sensors (integration testing recommended)
Works With
- Banner D12 series fiber optic assemblies
- Any NPN-input control system or PLC
- Standard industrial automation networks and controllers
- DIN-rail mounted control enclosures
- Discrete sensor wiring and solid-state I/O interfaces
