Sensor Selection Guide

Sensor Technology Overview Photoelectrics Photoelectric sensors emit a beam of light that detects the presence or absence of objects. When this emitted light beam is interrupted or reflected by an object, the change in light patterns is measured by a receiver and the target object or surface is recognized. Photoelectric sensors can detect most target materials including shiny, dark, clear, or multicolored. With some of the fastest response times of any sensing technology and many different sensing modes available, photoelectric sensors fit many different applications and are very common in fields...

Radar Radar sensors emit microwaves to detect objects, unaffected by rain, snow, dust, steam, and other environmental conditions. This makes radar ideal for many outdoor and low-visibility indoor applications, like tank level measurement of dry goods or vehicle detection. A radar sensor’s beam pattern is an important consideration in solving the challenges of specific applications. Narrow beam sensors (15° or less) are great for measuring liquid levels, while wide beam patterns provide coverage of larger areas and more reliable detection of irregularly shaped surfaces or targets presented at...

select Lasers • Space constrained areas • High temperatures • Harsh environments • Longer diffuse range • More precision • Distance measurement • Strong resistance to challenging environmental conditions • Detection and measurement of a large area • Transparent object measurement • Reliability in dusty, dirty environments • Wide area, multi-point inspection • Complex quality checking

If the following are needed: • Consistent detection and measurement anywhere within the field of view

Choosing a Banner Photoelectric Sensor If the following is needed: • Rectangular form factor If the following is needed: • 18 mm barrel housing If the following is needed: • Miniature housing If the following is needed: • Contrast sensing If the following is needed: • Measurement sensing* *See page 8-9 If the following is needed: • Alternative form factor If the following is needed: • Longer range If the following is needed: • Problem solving sensors • Largest selection of sensing modes • Multiple convenient mounting options • IO-Link available in many sensing modes If the following is needed:...

Clear Object Detection Operating Temperature

Choosing a Banner Laser Sensor Versatile problem solver Compact size with best-inclass performance Robust housing and reliable detection • Longer range • More excess gain • Better precision beyond 100 mm • Cost effective laser solution • Better temperature stability • Higher precision • Larger display • Longest range • Best precision beyond 1 m If the following are needed: • Miniature housing • Best performance • Highest excess gain • Smallest spot size

Temperature compensation Chemical resistance Variety of ranges and beam patterns • Shorter dead zone • Best precision • Longer ranges • Wider detection areas • Cost effective for short range applications • Reliable opposed mode detection • Fast Response • Serial interface • Wireless solution compatibility select Radar* select QS18U

Chemical Resistant • Depends on network polling rate

Choosing a Banner Radar Sensor • Consistent detection in any environment • Configurable beam pattern • Multi-Dimensional detection • Narrow beam pattern • Configurable visual feedback • Compact barrel mount housing • Lower cost per unit If the following are needed: • IP69K washdown rating • Process fittings

Remote Input Banner Measurement Sensor Software Beam Pattern Configurable Sensing Zones Push Buttons *Global telecom approval for use in mobile equipment applications. Banner Sensor Software Complete Configuration with Banner Measurement Sensor Software • Customize region of interest to detect only what is intended • Program easily using visualization of what sensor sees • Independently configure both outputs and use fewer sensors • Reduce time to program multiple sensors by saving and loading configurations • Download and use software for free • Compatible

Choosing a Banner Fiber Optic Amplifier • Fundamental sensing • Ambient light receiver Red, Green, Blue, White, Infrared Water Detection High Power • Small object counting Light Intensity Receiver • Different color emitters • Faster response speed Small Object Counting If the following are needed: • Longer range • Analog output • Water detection For more information on our Fiber Optic Amplifiers

Choosing a Banner Fiber Optic Cable A fiber optic cable is needed to complete the system. There are a few considerations to make when choosing a fiber optic cable including the type of fiber, the sensing mode, and the sensing head. Transmit Infrared Light Vacuum Environments Glass Fibers Plastic Fibers Signal Strength Different fiber types have different advantages, depending on the needs of the application. Extreme Temperatures Fiber Type Sensing Mode As with photoelectrics, fibers have different sensing modes too, depending on the needs of the application. Opposed fibers will have longer sensing...

Measuring arrays consist of many opposed pairs of photoelectric sensors in a long housing. A measurement can be found by accounting for the number of beams being blocked. Useful in product dimensioning, hole sizing, or edge tracking applications. • IP54 Edge Measurement Sensor The EG24 is an edge measurement sensor designed for precise measurement with a resolution of less than 0.01 millimeter and a rapid 0.65-millisecond response speed. This ensures precise material positioning, which improves downstream yield, minimizes waste, and enhances quality.