Overview
The Banner IAT23S fiber optic cable is an opposed mode individual glass fiber sensor cable engineered for high-reliability sensing in industrial automation and process control applications. Featuring a durable stainless steel sheath, 36-inch length, and right-angle threaded sensing tip, this cable delivers consistent optical signal transmission in demanding environments. RoHS compliant and manufactured to strict quality standards, the IAT23S is a dependable choice for integrating fiber optic sensing into PLC and HMI-based automation systems.
Key Features
- Opposed mode sensing for reliable object detection and presence confirmation
- Individual glass fiber construction for high optical clarity and signal integrity
- Stainless steel sheath provides corrosion resistance and mechanical protection
- Right-angle threaded sensing tip ensures precise alignment and secure mounting
- 0.125-inch fiber bundle diameter for compact, easy integration
- RoHS compliant—meets environmental and regulatory requirements
Technical Specifications
- Cable Length: 36 inches (914 mm)
- Fiber Type: Individual glass fiber
- Fiber Diameter: 3.2 mm
- Bundle Diameter: 0.125 inches
- Housing Style: Round
- Sensing Mode: Opposed (Reflective)
- Sheath Material: Stainless steel
- Sensing Tip: Right-angle threaded
- Weight: 1.47 lbs
- RoHS Compliance: Yes
- SVHC: No SVHC substances detected (as of January 2018)
Typical Applications
The Banner IAT23S fiber optic cable is ideal for:
- Presence detection and object counting in conveyor systems
- High-temperature sensing in industrial furnaces and ovens
- Contamination detection in harsh manufacturing environments
- Integration with Banner photoelectric sensors and fiber optic amplifiers
- Food processing, packaging, and beverage production lines
- Metal fabrication and steel mills where EMI/RF noise is prevalent
- Hazardous locations requiring non-electrical sensing solutions
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Banner fiber optic amplifiers and signal conditioners
- Banner photoelectric sensors with fiber optic inputs
- PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron) via appropriate I/O modules
- Industrial control networks (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT)
- HMI platforms receiving digital input from fiber optic sensors
- Automation systems requiring non-contact sensing in harsh environments
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Banner part number 17307 (alternate manufacturer designation for IAT23S)
- Previous generation Banner fiber optic cables with identical mounting footprint and fiber specifications
Works With
- Banner’s complete fiber optic product line, including WLS35 amplifiers and LT9 transmitters
- Thru-beam and reflective fiber optic sensor configurations
- Studio 5000 (Allen-Bradley) discrete input modules for digital signal capture
- TIA Portal (Siemens) S7-1200/1500 PLC input terminals
- GX Works (Mitsubishi) and Sysmac Studio (Omron) programming environments for sensor integration
