Banner QS18VP6AF100Q Photoelectric Sensor

Banner QS18VP6AF100Q Photoelectric Sensor

The Banner QS18VP6AF100Q is a versatile photoelectric sensor designed for precise object detection in industrial environments. Its compact rectangular ABS housing ensures durability and ease of installation, making it suitable for various applications.

Key Features

• Sensing Mode: Adjustable background suppression for accurate detection up to 100 mm, effectively ignoring backgrounds or reflective surfaces.
• Sensing Beam: Visible red LED with a wavelength of 640 nm, providing high visibility for alignment.
• Output Type: PNP discrete output, compatible with a wide range of control systems.
• Supply Voltage: Operates within a 10–30 V DC range, accommodating various power supplies.
• Response Time: Fast 0.7 ms output response time and repeatability of 175 µs, ensuring consistent performance.
• Environmental Protection: Rated IP67 and NEMA 4X, offering robust protection against water, dust, and corrosion.
• Connection: Features a 150 mm pigtail with an M8 quick-disconnect connector for easy installation and maintenance.
• Adjustments: Mechanical screw adjustment allows fine-tuning of the sensing distance to meet specific application requirements.
• Indicators: Equipped with LEDs for clear status indication during operation.
• Operating Conditions: Functions reliably in temperatures up to 55°C and relative humidity up to 95% at 50°C.

Applications

The QS18VP6AF100Q is ideal for applications requiring precise detection in confined spaces, especially where background variations might cause false triggers. Common uses include:

• Packaging lines for counting small boxes, bottles, or labels in cluttered environments.
• Electronics and assembly automation to confirm the presence of components before operations like picking, pressing, or gluing.
• Precision conveyor belts, pick-and-place robots, or quality inspection modules where reliable detection is crucial.

Its compact size, quick-disconnect interface, and reliable performance make the QS18VP6AF100Q a preferred choice for system integrators and maintenance engineers in various industrial sectors.