Overview
The Banner QS18VP6CV45Q5 is a compact WORLD-BEAM convergent photoelectric sensor from Banner Engineering, designed for universal mounting in modern industrial control systems. This all-purpose sensor combines proven red LED optics with an intuitive convergent-mode sensing setup, making it ideal for applications requiring consistent object detection at fixed distances. The M12 pigtail connection and thermoplastic housing ensure fast integration into existing automation infrastructure.
Key Features
- WORLD-BEAM convergent mode with 43 mm focal point for precise, edge-sharp detection
- Complementary PNP solid-state output (NO/NC switchable via Light-ON or Dark-ON operation)
- 10–30 V DC operation with 360° visible red LED status indicator
- 150 mm (6 inch) M12 pigtail connector—pre-wired for rapid deployment
- IP67 and NEMA 6 rated housing; thermoplastic body with acrylic lens
- M18 threaded barrel mount fits standard sensor cavities
Technical Specifications
- Sensing Range: 43 mm focal point (convergent)
- Supply Voltage: 10–30 V DC (nominal 12–24 V DC)
- Output: Complementary PNP (SPDT-style switching, NO/NC)
- Sensing Beam: Visible red LED
- Cable Length: 150 mm (6 inches) M12 QD pigtail
- Connector Type: 4-pin Euro-style M12 A-coded
- Enclosure Rating: IP67 / NEMA 6
- Operating Temperature: −20 to +70°C
- Housing Material: Thermoplastic (ABS equivalent)
- Lens Material: Acrylic
- Mounting: M18 threaded barrel
- Series: WORLD-BEAM QS18
- Part Number: QS18VP6CV45Q5 (Banner Engineering)
Typical Applications
- Conveyor & Bottling: Detect bottle presence, cap placement, and label position on high-speed lines
- Part Detection: Leading-edge triggering for assembly verification and machine sequencing
- Packaging: Box and carton arrival detection with minimal dead zone
- Automotive: Parts-in-place inspection and transmission component presence verification
- Food & Beverage: Clear object detection and reflective wrapper sensing with foreground suppression capability
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley PLC and industrial controller networks via M12 I/O modules
- Siemens STEP 7 automation systems and TIA Portal integration
- Mitsubishi, Omron, and Schneider Electric industrial platforms
- 24 V DC and 12 V DC control power supplies (wide input range 10–30 V)
- Standard 4-pin M12 A-coded connectors and Euro-style sensor breakout blocks
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- QS18VP6CV45 (2 m cable variant; this unit has 150 mm M12 pigtail)
- Banner QS18 series with convergent focusing requirement and PNP complementary output
- Legacy Banner EZ-ARRAY and mini-style barrel photoelectric sensors with similar mounting footprint
Works With
- M12 connector breakout terminal blocks and distribution hubs
- 4-pin M12 A-coded cabling and quick-disconnect receptacles
- Light-ON / Dark-ON selectable operation modes
- PLC analog I/O modules and high-speed counter inputs (logic-level compatible)
- Industrial networking (IO-Link compatible in related QS18 Expert models)
