# SENSORS
**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/PIPS61.5UMSQMAP/sensors
**SKU**: PIPS61.5UMSQMAP
**Manufacturer**: BANNER ENGINEERING
**Price**: €136.6100
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (15-Jan-2018) |
## Datasheet
📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4807516/)
Plastic Fiber Optic Assembly Model PIPS46U
## Features
1 mm (0.04 in) diameter individual fiber with side-view probe sensing end
- 25 mm bend radius
- • Smooth ferrule • Non-bendable tip • Plastic individual fibers ideal for use in small, confined areas
## Overview
Model PIPS46U is an individual plastic fiber optic assembly with a 51 mm (2 in) long non-bendable side-view probe-type sensing end. It is ideal for right-angle sensing in tight areas. This fiber is sold in pairs.
The PIPS46U operates in the opposed sensing mode. Sensing light is transmitted or received through an opening in the side of the sensing probe near the tip. Objects are detected when they break the light beam between two fiber tips. Fiber core diameter is 1 mm (0.04 in).
NOTE: The probe tip is non-bendable.
The PIPS46U may be used with plastic fiber optic sensors from the following Banner sensor families: D12, OMNI-BEAM, MAXI-BEAM, VALU-BEAM, Q45, PC44, MINI-BEAM, and ECONO-BEAM. See "Install the Plastic Fibers" on page 1 for additional information.
## Install the Plastic Fibers
- Move forward to
- DF-G sensors for use with plastic fibers and glass fibers terminated for release the fibers plastic amplifiers. Fiber clamp
- 1. Open the dust cover. 2. Move the fiber clamp forward to unlock it. 3. Insert the fiber(s) into the fiber port(s) until they stop. Fiber receiver port 4. Move the fiber clamp backward to lock the fiber(s). q an Fiber emitter port 5. Close the dust cover. S| ||O7—-
- D10 and D12 series sensors for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies include sensors with the letters FP in their model number suffix. Slide up to open 1. Prepare the sensor ends of the fibers (see "Cut the Plastic Slide down to lock Fiber" on page 2).
- 2. Slide the fiber gripper up (open). ou ys] Small Fiber 3. Gently insert the prepared plastic fiber sensor ends into the Adapter
- ports as far as they will go.
- 4. Slide the fiber gripper down to lock. an i: 7
- Fiber Gripper
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PC44 Series sensors for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies include sensors with the letters FP in their model number suffix.
1. Prepare the sensor ends of the fibers (see "Cut the Plastic Fiber" on page 2).
2. Raise (lift up) the fiber gripper door.
3. Gently insert the prepared plastic fiber sensor ends into the ports as far as they will go.
4. Lower the fiber gripper to lock.
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MAXI-BEAM , VALU-BEAM , and Q45 Series sensors for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies include sensors with the letters FP in their model number suffix.
1. Prepare the sensor ends of the fibers (see "Cut the Plastic Fiber" on page 2).
2. Loosen the clamp screw on the sensor face.
3. Align the fiber ends flush with the ends of the bushings as shown.
4. Hold the bushings to the fibers and slide both into the sensor ports. Push the fiber an additional 1 inch through the bushing.
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OMNI-BEAM
Tighten clamp screw to secure fibers (Step 5)
Hold bushings to fibers; slide both into ports;
push fiber an additional 1” through bushing (Step 4)
Fiber busings
(supplied with fiber)
Unterminated plastic fibers
Fiber ends flush with
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ends of bushings (Step 3)
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5. Tighten the clamp screw to secure the fibers.
MINI-BEAM and ECONO-BEAM sensors for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies include sensors with the letters FP in their model number
1. Prepare the sensor ends of the fibers (see "Cut the Plastic Fiber" on page 2).
2. Loosen the clamp screw on the sensor face.
3. Align the fiber ends flush with the ends of the bushings as shown.
4. Hold the bushings to the fibers and slide both into the sensor ports. Push the fiber an additional 1 inch through the bushing.
5. Tighten the clamp screw to secure the fibers.
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MINI-BEAM FP1 Sensor
Slide Fibers & Bushings
into Ports
Fiber Bushings
Tighten Clamp Screw (supplied with fiber)
to Secure Fiber
Sensor Face 0.25"
De
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Unterminated Plastic Fibers
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## Cut the Plastic Fiber
An unterminated plastic fiber is designed to be cut by the customer to the length required for the application. To facilitate cutting, a Banner model PFC-4 cutting device is supplied with this fiber.
1. Locate the non-terminated end, and determine the length of fiber required for the application.
2. Lift the top of the cutter to open the cutting ports.
3. Insert the non-terminated end through one of the four large cutting ports on the PFC-4 cutter so that the excess fiber protrudes from the back of the cutter.
4. Double-check the fiber length, and close the cutter until the fiber is cut.
5. Gently wipe the cut ends of the fiber with a clean, dry cloth to remove any contamination.
NOTE: Do not use solvents or abrasives on any exposed optical fiber. Do not use a cutting port more than once. The blade may tend to dull after one cut.
## Specifications
## Sensing Range
A function of the sensor. Refer to the specific fiber optic/ sensor combination.
## Temperature Extremes
Temperatures below –30 °C (-22 °F) will cause embrittlement of the plastic materials but will not cause transmission loss. Temperatures above +70 °C (+158 °F) will cause both transmission loss and fiber shrinkage.
## Repeat Bending/Flexing
Life expectancy of plastic fiber optic cable is in excess of one million cycles at bend radii of no less than the minimum and a bend of 90° or less. Avoid stress at the point where the cable enters the sensor (control end) and at the sensing end tip. Coiled plastic fiber optic assemblies are recommended for any application requiring reciprocating fiber motion.
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Plastic Fiber Optic Assembly Model PIPS46U
## Operating Temperature
–30 °C to +70 °C (–22 °F to +158 °F)
## Chemical Resistance
The acrylic core of the monofilament optical fiber will be damaged by contact with acids, strong bases (alkalis) and solvents. The polyethylene jacket will protect the fiber from most chemical environments. However, materials may migrate through the jacket with long term exposure. Samples of fiber optic material are available from Banner for testing and evaluation.
## Minimum Bend Radius of Plastic Fiber
25 mm (1 in)
## Construction
Optical Fiber: Acrylic (PMMA) monofilament Protective Jacket: Black polyethylene
Probe End Tip: Hardened (non-bendable) T304 stainless steel
## Dimensions
All measurements are listed with inches on the top and millimeters on the bottom.
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Stainless steel
Polyethylene
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## 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 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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