# VISUAL SIGNAL INDICATOR UNITS

**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/K100B-BLBQ/visual-signal-indicator-units
**SKU**: K100B-BLBQ
**Manufacturer**: BANNER ENGINEERING
**Category**: Automation & Process Control || Automation Signaling || Visual Signal Indicator Units
**Price**: €205.6500
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (15-Jan-2018) |

## Datasheet

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K100 Basic Daylight Visible Beacon (DC) 

## Features 

High Daylight Visibility, Single Color Beacon with Optional Audible Alarm for Indoor and Outdoor Use 

- Highly visible indicator provides bright, even light in direct sunlight 

- • Five color choices available • 36 mm threaded polycarbonate base • Rugged IP66, UL Type 4X housing • PNP or NPN operation depending on wiring • Rugged UV-stabilized polycarbonate base and window • 12 V DC to 48 V DC operating voltage 

## Models 

Standard models shown. Contact factory for other options. 

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Family Style — Type Color Audible Connector<br>K100 B — BL G A Q<br>G = Green<br>Y = Yellow<br>Blank = None<br>B = Basic BL = Beacon R = Red Q = Integral 5-pin M12 male quick-disconnect connector<br>A = Audible<br>B = Blue<br>W = White<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Wiring Diagrams 

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PNP Input NPN Input<br>bu (3) bu (3)<br>bk (4) 12–48 V DC bk (4) 12-48 V DC<br>1 1 Key<br>soo [oe 1 = Brown<br>bn (1) bn (1) 2 = White<br>2 2 3 = Blue<br>Ok OO<br>4 = Black<br>3 wh (2) 3 wh (2) 5 = Gray<br>OQ; OK:<br>gy (5) gy (5)<br>A A<br>a= Ob<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


An "X" denotes an active input. 

For example: When Input 1 and Input 3 are both active, the indicator will be Flashing at 5 Hz. 

## Default Configuration 

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Wiring Operating Mode/Function<br>Black  Brown  White  Gray  Non-Audible Audible<br>(Input 1) (Input 2) (Input 3) (Input 4)<br>X Flashing at 1 Hz Flashing at 1 Hz<br>X Steady Steady<br>X Intensity Sweep Intensity Sweep<br>X X Flashing at 5 Hz Flashing at 5 Hz<br>X X Flashing at 0.5 Hz Flashing at 0.5 Hz<br>X X Strobe Strobe<br>Continued on page 2<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


© Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 

Original Instructions 02-Sep-25 

p/n: 231996 Rev. A 

K100 Basic Daylight Visible Beacon (DC) 

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|Wiring|Operating Mode/Function|
|Black|Brown|White|Gray|Non-Audible|Audible|
|(Input 1)|(Input 2)|(Input 3)|(Input 4)|
|X|X|X|3-pulse Strobe|3-pulse Strobe|
|X|Off|Audible Continuous|
|X|X|Flashing at 1 Hz|Flashing at 1 Hz, Audible Continuous|
|X|X|Steady|Steady, Audible Continuous|
|X|X|Intensity Sweep|Intensity Sweep, Audible Continuous|
|X|X|X|Flashing at 5 Hz|Flashing at 5 Hz, Audible Continuous|
|X|X|X|Flashing at 0.5 Hz|Flashing at 0.5 Hz, Audible Continuous|
|X|X|X|Strobe|Strobe, Audible Continuous|
|X|X|X|X|3-pulse Strobe|3-pulse Strobe, Audible Continuous|

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## Specifications 

## Supply Protection Circuitry 

Protected against reverse polarity and transient voltages 

Leakage Current Immunity 600 µA 

Indicator Response Time On response: 600 ms (max) Off response: 50 ms (max) 

Connections 

Integral 5-pin M12 male quick-disconnect connector, 150 mm (6 in) PVC-jacketed cable with an M12 quick disconnect, or 2 m (6.5 ft) integral PVC-jacketed cable, depending on model Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset 

Mounting 

M36 by 2.0 threaded base, maximum torque 5.0 N·m (44 inch-lbf) 

Interior 3/4-14 NPT Thread 

Mounting nut included 

Adjacent Unit Mounting Separation Distance Minimum: 0 in (mounted with unit flanges touching) 

Audible Characteristics 

Sound Intensity: 101 dB, 2.5 KHz, at 1 m (typical) 

Construction 

Base, Dome, and Nut: Polycarbonate 

Operating Conditions 

–40 °C to +60 °C (–40 °F to +140 °F) 

90% at +60 °C maximum relative humidity (non-condensing) Storage Temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C (–40 °F to +158 °F) 

## Vibration and Mechanical Shock 

Meets IEC 60068-2-6 requirements (Vibration: 10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1.0 mm amplitude, 5 minutes sweep, 30 minutes dwell) Meets IEC 60068-2-27 requirements (Shock: 30G 11 ms duration, half sine wave) 

Impact: IK10 (60068-2-75) 

## LED Lifetime 

Lumen maintenance L70 

When operating within specifications, output decreases less than 30% after 42,000 hours 

Required Overcurrent Protection 

WARNING: Electrical connections must be made by qualified personnel in accordance with local and national electrical codes and regulations. 

Overcurrent protection is required to be provided by end product application per the supplied table. 

Overcurrent protection may be provided with external fusing or via Current Limiting, Class 2 Power Supply. Supply wiring leads < 24 AWG shall not be spliced. 

For additional product support, go to www.bannerengineering.com. 

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|Supply|Supply|
|Required Overcurrent|Required Overcurrent|
|Wiring|Wiring|
|Protection (A)|Protection (A)|
|(AWG)|(AWG)|
|20|5.0|26|1.0|
|22|3.0|28|0.8|
|24|2.0|30|0.5|

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Certifications 

Banner Engineering BV Park Lane, Culliganlaan 2F bus 3 1831 Diegem, BELGIUM 

Turck Banner LTD Blenheim House Blenheim Court Wickford, Essex SS11 8YT GREAT BRITAIN 

Environmental Rating IP66, UL Type 4X 

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K100 Basic Daylight Visible Beacon (DC) 

## Supply Voltage and Current 

## 12 V DC to 48 V DC 

Product approved with usage of Class 1 or Class 3 Power Supply to achieve Class 2 Power Supply status Use only with a suitable Class 2 power supply (North America) Current: 

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Steady On, Flash, or Strobe<br>Voltage (V DC) Light Only (mA) Light & Audible (mA)<br>12 230 270<br>18 160 200<br>24 130 170<br>30 110 150<br>36 100 140<br>42 90 130<br>48 85 125<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Default Indicator Characteristics 

At 12 V DC 

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Color Coordinates [(1)]<br>Color Dominant Wavelength (nm) or Color Temperature  Lumen Output (Typical at 25 °C)<br>(CCT) x y<br>Green 528 nm 0.1603 0.6973 200<br>Yellow 589 nm 0.5557 0.4276 200<br>Red 625 nm 0.6999 0.2982 93<br>Blue 475 nm 0.1167 0.1121 60<br>White 5500K ± 250 0.3320 0.3433 240<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


Internal temperature compensation circuitry: Reduces the Lumen Output to decrease the unit internal operating temperature. The amount of reduction is dependent on the ambient operating temperature, supply voltage, color, and/or audible functions being utilized. 

> (1) Refer to CIE 1931 chromaticity diagram or color chart, to show equivalent color with indicated color coordinates. 

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K100 Basic Daylight Visible Beacon (DC) 

## Dimensions 

All measurements are listed in millimeters [inches], unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change. 

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Standard Models Audible Models<br>Ø 92.8 Ø 92.8<br>[3.65] [3.65]<br>80.9 81.0<br>[3.18] [3.19]<br>134.7 134.8<br>[5.3] [5.31]<br>25.5<br>25.5 M36 x 2.0 [1.01]<br>M36 x 2.0 [1.01]<br>Interior<br>Interior 3/4 - 14 NPT<br>3/4 - 14 NPT<br>13.0 M12 x 1.0 13.0<br>M12 x 1.0 [0.51] [0.51]<br>Ø 118.5<br>Ø 118.5 [4.67]<br>[4.67]<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Accessories 

## Cordsets 

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5-Pin Single-Ended M12 Female Cordsets<br>Model  Length  Style  Dimensions  Pinout (Female)<br>MQDC1-501.5 0.5 m (1.5 ft)<br>MQDC1-503 0.9 m (2.9 ft)  44 Typ.<br>MQDC1-506 2 m (6.5 ft)<br>MQDC1-515 5 m (16.4 ft)  Straight<br>MQDC1-530 9 m (29.5 ft)  M12 x 1 2<br>ø 14.5 1<br>MQDC1-560 18 m (59 ft)<br>3<br>MQDC1-5100 31 m (101.7 ft)  4 5<br>MQDC1-506RA 2 m (6.5 ft)  1 = Brown<br>32 Typ. 2 = White<br>MQDC1-515RA 5 m (16.4 ft)  [1.26"] 3 = Blue 4 = Black<br>MQDC1-530RA 9 m (29.5 ft)  5 = Gray<br>30 Typ.<br>Right-Angle  [1.18"]<br>MQDC1-560RA 19 m (62.3 ft)<br>M12 x 1<br>ø 14.5 [0.57"]<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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K100 Basic Daylight Visible Beacon (DC) 

## Brackets 

## LMB36RA 

- Indicator light right-angle mounting 

- • 36 mm mounting hole • Stainless steel 

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65 70<br>50.8<br>4 X Ø6.5 25.4<br>Ø36.5<br>62.5<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Elevated Mount System 

Elevated Mount System (1/2" Pipes) 

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Adapter/Cover Model Description<br>• Adapter from M36 thread to ½-14 NPSM thread<br>SA-M36E12 •• Streamlined black plastic mounting base adapter/coverDrilled hole<br>Black Anodized Aluminum, ½ in. NPT Pipe  Clear Anodized Aluminum, ½ in. NPT Pipe<br>Models Models Description<br>Pipe<br>SOP-E12-150A , 150 mm (6 in) long SOP-E12-150AC , 150 mm (6 in) long<br>• Elevated-use stand-off pipe<br>SOP-E12-300A , 300 mm (12 in) long SOP-E12-300AC , 300 mm (12 in) long • Threaded at both ends<br>• Compatible with most industrial<br>SOP-E12-600A , 600 mm (24 in) long - environments<br>SOP-E12-900A , 900 mm (36 in) long SOP-E12-900AC , 900 mm (36 in) long<br>Mounting Base Model Description<br>• Elevated-use stand-off pipes (½ in, NPSM/DN15)<br>SA-F12 •• M5 mounting hardware and nitrile gasket includedDie-cast zinc base with black paint<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Elevated Mount System (3/4" Pipes) 

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Adapter/Cover Model Description<br>Adapter/<br>Cover • M36 thread adapter with clearance for ¾ pipe mount<br>SA-M36SOP •• Streamlined black plastic mounting base adapter/coverDrilled hole<br>Black Anodized Aluminum, ¾ in. NPT Pipe Models Description<br>Pipe<br>SOP-E34-150A , 150 mm (6 in) long<br>SOP-E34-300A , 300 mm (12 in) long •• Elevated-use stand-off pipeThreaded at both ends<br>SOP-E34-600A , 600 mm (24 in) long • Compatible with most industrial environments<br>SOP-E34-900A , 900 mm (36 in) long<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty 

Banner Engineering Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year following the date of shipment. Banner Engineering Corp. will repair or replace, free of charge, any product of its manufacture which, at the time it is returned to the factory, is found to have been defective during the warranty period. This warranty does not cover damage or liability for misuse, abuse, or the improper application or installation of the Banner product. 

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), AND WHETHER ARISING UNDER COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, COURSE OF DEALING OR TRADE USAGE. 

This Warranty is exclusive and limited to repair or, at the discretion of Banner Engineering Corp., replacement. IN NO EVENT SHALL BANNER ENGINEERING CORP. BE LIABLE TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY FOR ANY EXTRA COSTS, EXPENSES, LOSSES, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY PRODUCT DEFECT OR FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT OR WARRANTY, STATUTE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE. 

Banner Engineering Corp. reserves the right to change, modify or improve the design of the product without assuming any obligations or liabilities relating to any product previously manufactured by Banner Engineering Corp. Any misuse, abuse, or improper application or installation of this product or use of the product for personal protection applications when the product is identified as not intended for such purposes will void the product warranty. Any modifications to this product without prior express approval by Banner Engineering Corp will void 

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K100 Basic Daylight Visible Beacon (DC) 

the product warranties. All specifications published in this document are subject to change; Banner reserves the right to modify product specifications or update documentation at any time. Specifications and product information in English supersede that which is provided in any other language. For the most recent version of any documentation, refer to: www.bannerengineering.com. 

For patent information, see www.bannerengineering.com/patents. 

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