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**Plastic Fiber Optic Assembly model PIT46U .04" diameter individual fiber with threaded sensing end** 

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## **Description** 

**Model PIT46U** is an individual plastic fiber optic assembly with an M6 x 0,75 mm threaded sensing end. This fiber is sold in pairs. 

The PIT46U operates in the opposed sensing mode. Sensing light is transmitted or received through the threaded sensing end (see drawing Threaded sensing ends and photo). Objects are detected when they break the light beam between two fiber ends. Fiber core diameter is .04 inch. 

The PIT46U may be used with plastic fiber optic sensors from the following Banner sensor families: D12, OMNIBEAM, MAXI-BEAM, VALU-BEAM, Q45, Q19, PC44, MINI-BEAM, and ECONO-BEAM.  See page 2 for further information. 

## **Additional Specifications** 

**SENSING RANGE:** A function of the sensor. For further information, see the **CHEMICAL RESISTANCE:** The acrylic core of the monofilament optidata sheet packed with the sensor, or refer to the Banner product catalog. cal fiber will be damaged by contact with acids, strong bases (alkalis) and **TEMPERATURE EXTREMES:** Temperatures below -30°C will cause solvents.  The polyethylene jacket will protect the fiber from most chemical environments.  However, materials may migrate through the jacket with long embrittlement of the plastic materials but will not cause transmission loss. term exposure.  Samples of fiber optic material are available from Banner for Temperatures above +70°C will cause both transmission loss and fiber testing and evaluation. shrinkage. **REPEAT BENDING/FLEXING:** Life expectancy of plastic fiber optic cable **MINIMUM BEND RADIUS OF PLASTIC FIBER:** 1 inch (25 mm) is in excess of one million cycles at bend radii of no less than the minimum **CONSTRUCTION:** (stated at right) and a bend of 90 degrees or less.  Avoid stress at the point where OPTICAL FIBER: acrylic monofilament the cable enters the sensor ("control end") and at the sensing end tip.  Coiled PROTECTIVE JACKET:  black polyethylene plastic fiberoptic assemblies are recommended for any application requiring THREADED END TIP and hardware: nickel plated brass reciprocating fiber motion. 

**OPERATING TEMPERATURE:** -30 to +70°C (-20 to +158°F). 

## **Fiber Cutting Information** 

**PFC-1 Cutting Device** 

This Banner plastic fiber is designed to be cut by the customer to the length required for the application.  To facilitate cutting, a Banner model PFC-1 cutting device is supplied with this fiber.  Cut the fiber as follows: 

1) Locate the "control end" of the fiber (the unfinished end).  Determine the length of fiber required for the application.  Lift the top (blade) of the cutter to open the cutting ports.  Insert the control end of the fiber through one of the four large cutting ports on the PFC-1 cutter so that the excess fiber protrudes from the back of the cutter. 

- 2) Double-check the fiber length, and close the cutter until the fiber is cut. 

- 3)   Gently wipe the cut ends of the fiber with a clean, dry cloth to remove any contamination.  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. 

Printed in USA 

p/n 03440L4B 

## **Fiber Installation Instructions** 

## **D12 Series** 

D12 Series sensors for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies include sensors with the letters **FP** in their model number suffix. 

Install the plastic fiber optic assembly(s) as follows: 

- 1) Prepare the sensor ends of the fibers (see page 1, bottom). 

- 2) Slide the fiber gripper up (open). 

- 3) Gently insert the prepared plastic fiber sensor ends into the ports as far as they will go.  Slide the fiber gripper down to lock. 

## **Q19 Series** 

Q19 Series sensors for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies include sensors with the letters **FP** in their model number suffix. 

Install the plastic fiber optic assembly(s) as follows: 

- 1) Prepare the sensor ends of the fibers (see page 1, bottom). 

- 2) Unlock (slide up) the fiber gripper. 

- 3) Gently insert the prepared plastic fiber sensor ends into the ports as far as they will go.  Slide the fiber gripper down to lock. 

## **PC44 Series** 

Install the plastic fiber optic assembly(s) as follows: 

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 page 1, bottom). 

- 2) Raise (liftup) the fiber gripper door. 

- 3) Gently insert the prepared plastic fiber sensor ends into the ports as far as they will go.  Lower the fiber gripper to lock. 

## **OMNI-BEAM, MAXI-BEAM, VALU-BEAM, Q45 Series** 

OMNI-BEAM, MAXIBEAM, VALU-BEAM, and Q45 Series sensors for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies include sensors with the letters **FP** in their model number suffix. 

Install the plastic fiber optic assembly(s) as follows: 

Prepare the sensor ends of the fibers (see page 1, bottom). Loosen the clamp screw on the sensor face. 

Follow steps 1-3 in the drawing, right. 

## **MINI-BEAM, ECONO-BEAM** 

MINI-BEAM and ECONOBEAM sensors for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies include sensors with the letters **FP** in their model number suffix. 

Install the plastic fiber optic assembly(s) as follows: 

Prepare the sensor ends of the fibers (see page 1, bottom). Loosen the clamp screw on the sensor  face. Follow steps 1-3 in the drawing, right. 

Banner Engineering Corp.    9714 Tenth Ave. No.,   Minneapolis, MN  55441            Telephone: (763) 544-3164     FAX: (763) 544-3213