# DISTANCE ![Product image](https://novapart.co/image/farnell:4459042/) **URL**: https://novapart.co/products/Q45BB6DXQ5/distance **SKU**: Q45BB6DXQ5 **Manufacturer**: BANNER ENGINEERING **Price**: €149.7100 **Stock**: 10+ **Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative) ## Specifications | Parameter | Value | |---|---| | Svhc | No SVHC (23-Jan-2024) | | Product Range | Q45 Series | ## Datasheet 📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4459042/) Q45BB6 Series Sensors ## Features - Advanced one-piece photoelectric sensors with outstanding optical performance and extremely rugged design - Operate from 10 V DC to 30 V DC - • Bipolar NPN (sinking)/PNP (sourcing) outputs on all models - Multiple sensing modes available: opposed, diffuse, retroreflective, and convergent, plus glass and plastic fiber optic models - Selectable light/dark operate - • Versatile plug-in modules available for output timing logic and/or signal strength display • Highly visible Power, Signal (AID™ System[(1)] ), and Output indicator LEDs • Choice of prewired 2 m (6.5 ft) unterminated cable, 9 m (30 ft) unterminated cable, 4-pin Mini male quick disconnect connector, or a 4-pin M12 male quick-disconnect connector - Versatile mounting options - • Designed to withstand 1200 psi washdown; exceeds its NEMA 6P and IEC IP67 rating ## WARNING: - Do not use this device for personnel protection - • Using this device for personnel protection could result in serious injury or death. - This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in personnel safety applications. A device failure or malfunction can cause either an energized (on) or de-energized (off) output condition. ## Models To order the 9 m (30 ft) cable models, add the suffix "W/30" to the cabled model number. Models with a quick disconnect connector require a mating cable. ## Q45BB6 Opposed-Mode Emitter (E) and Receiver (R) Models In opposed-mode sensing, the sensor's emitter and receiver are housed in two separate units. The emitter is placed opposite the receiver so that the light beam goes directly from the emitter to the receiver. An object is detected when it breaks the working part of the light beam, known as the effective beam. **==> picture [20 x 4] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
OPPOSED
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Because of their extremely high excess gain, these opposed-mode sensors are an excellent option for sensing in contaminated or dirty areas, and are also the best choice for long-range sensing. **==> picture [467 x 105] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
|||||| |---|---|---|---|---| |Opposed mode sensors (infrared, 880 nm)| |Models|Range|Cable|Supply Voltage|Output Type| |Q456E Emitter|2-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable| |Q45BB6R Receiver|4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable| |Q456EQ Emitter| |60 m (200 ft)|4-pin Mini male quick disconnect|10 V DC to 30 V DC|Bipolar NPN/PNP| |Q45BB6RQ Receiver|(QD)| |Q456EQ5 Emitter| |4-pin M12 male QD| |Q45BB6RQ5 Receiver| **----- End of picture text -----**
The following models are no longer available for order but are still covered by the information in this document. - Q456E W/30 - • Q45BB6R W/30 ## Q45BB6 Retroreflective-Mode Models A retroreflective sensor contains both the emitter and receiver elements. The effective beam is established between the emitter, the retroreflector, and the receiver. As with an opposed-mode sensor, an object is sensed when it interrupts or "breaks" the effective beam. > (1) U.S. Patent no. 4356393 Original Instructions 04-May-26 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com p/n: 36578 Rev. G Q45BB6 Series Sensors The visible red sensing beam of these sensors makes them very easy to align. Model Q45BB6LP polarizes the emitted light and filters out unwanted reflections, making sensing possible in applications otherwise considered unsuited to retroreflective sensing. Specified using the model BRT-3 3-inch reflector (go to www.bannerengineering.com additional information). P RETRO POLAR RETRO Visible red, 680 nm Visible red, 680 nm (non-polarized) (polarized) Non-polarized retroreflective mode sensors **==> picture [500 x 147] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Models Range Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6LV 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
Q45BB6LVQ 0.08 to 9 m (3 in to 30 ft) 4-pin Mini male QD 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Q45BB6LVQ5 4-pin M12 male QD
Polarized retroreflective mode sensors
Models Range Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6LP 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
Q45BB6LP W/30 4-wire 9 m cable
0.15 to 6 m (6 in to 20 ft) 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Q45BB6LPQ 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF QD
Q45BB6LPQ5 4-pin M12 QD
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The following models are no longer available for order but are still covered by the information in this document. - Q45BB6LV W/30 ## Q45BB6 Diffuse-Mode Models In diffuse-mode sensing, light emitted from the sensor strikes the surface of the object to be detected and is reflected back to the receiver, which is housed with the emitter. With a diffuse-mode sensor, the object is detected when it "makes" the beam, that is, the object reflects the sensor's transmitted light energy back to the sensor. These diffuse-mode models detect objects by sensing the reflection of their own emitted light. Ideal for use when the reflectivity and profile of the object to be sensed are sufficient to return a large percentage of emitted light back to the sensor. **==> picture [41 x 35] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [19 x 6] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
DIFFUSE
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Model Q45BB6DX is the first choice for diffuse-mode applications when there are no background objects to falsely return light. Short-range diffuse mode sensors (infrared, 880 nm) **==> picture [500 x 263] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Short Range
Models Range Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6D 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
Q45BB6DQ 45 cm (18 in) 4-pin Mini male QD 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Q45BB6DQ5 4-pin M12 male QD
Long-range diffuse mode sensors (infrared, 880 nm)
Long Range
Models Range Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6DL 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
Q45BB6DL W/30 4-wire 9 m cable
1.8 m (6 ft) 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Q45BB6DLQ 4-pin Mini male QD
Q45BB6DLQ5 4-pin M12 male QD
High-power diffuse mode sensors (infrared, 880 nm)
High Power
Models Range Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6DX 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
Q45BB6DXQ 3 m (10 ft) 4-pin Mini male QD 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Q45BB6DXQ5 4-pin M12 male QD
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The following models are no longer available for order but are still covered by the information in this document. • Q45BB6D W/30 2 | 10 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 04-May-26 Q45BB6 Series Sensors - Q45BB6DX W/30 ## Q45BB6 Convergent-Mode Models Convergent-mode sensors use a lens system to focus the emitter and receiver elements to an exact point in front of the sensor. Like diffuse-mode and divergent-mode sensors, convergent-mode sensors detect an object when that object completes or "makes" the light beam. This design produces a small, intense, and well-defined sensing area, at a fixed distance from the sensor lens. It is a very efficient use of reflective energy. **==> picture [27 x 4] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
CONVERGENT
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These sensors are ideal for reflective sensing of very small parts or profiles, and can accurately sense the position of parts approaching from the side. Ignores all but highly reflective objects that are outside the sensing range. **==> picture [500 x 96] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Convergent mode sensors (visible red, 680 nm)
Models Focus Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6CV 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
38 mm (1.5 in)
Q45BB6CV W/30 Spot Size at Focus: 1.3 mm 4-wire 9 m cable 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
(0.05 in)
Q45BB6CVQ5 4-pin M12 male QD
Q45BB6CV4 100 mm (4 in) 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
Spot Size at Focus: 1.5 mm 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Q45BB6CV4Q5 (0.06 in) 4-pin M12 male QD
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The following models are no longer available for order but are still covered by the information in this document. - Q45BB6CVQ - • Q45BB6CV4 W/30 • Q45BB6CV4Q ## Q45BB6 Glass Fiber-Optic Models These models are an excellent choice for glass fiber-optic applications where faster sensor response is not important. Their high excess gain means that opposed individual fibers can operate reliably in many very hostile environments. Also, special miniature bifurcated fiber-optic assemblies with bundle sizes as small as 0.5 mm (.020 in) diameter may be used successfully for diffuse-mode sensing when using sensor model Q45BB6F(Q). **==> picture [25 x 4] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
GLASS FIBER
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For more information on compatible glass fiber optics, go to www.bannerengineering.com. Range : Range varies by sensing mode and fiber optics used. **==> picture [500 x 156] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Glass fiber-optic models (infrared, 880 nm)
Models Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6F 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
Q45BB6F W/30 4-wire 9 m cable
10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Q45BB6FQ 4-pin Mini male QD
Q45BB6FQ5 4-pin M12 male QD
Glass fiber-optic models (visible red, 650 nm)
Models Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6FV 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
Q45BB6FVQ 4-pin Mini male QD 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Q45BB6FVQ5 4-pin M12 male QD
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## Q45BB6 Plastic Fiber-Optic Models Lower in cost than glass fiber optics, plastic fiber optics are ideal for use in situations where environmental conditions allow (for example, low levels of acids, alkalis, and solvents). Most are easily cut to length in the field, and are available in a variety of sensing end styles. **==> picture [29 x 4] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
PLASTIC FIBER
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For more information on compatible plastic fiber-optics, go to www.bannerengineering.com Range : Range varies by sensing mode and fiber optics used. ## Plastic fiber-optic models (visible red, 660 nm) **==> picture [500 x 37] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Models Cable Supply Voltage Output Type
Q45BB6FP 4-wire 2 m (6.5 ft) cable 10 V DC to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
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The following models are no longer available for order but are still covered by the information in this document. - Q45BB6FP W/30 ## Overview Status indicator LEDs for power, signal, and output are clearly visible beneath a raised dome in the sensor’s transparent o-ring-sealed polycarbonate cover. Also located beneath the sensor’s o-ring-sealed cover are controls for light/dark operate selection and the sensitivity adjustment. - The power indicator (green) lights when power is applied to the sensor. - The signal indicator (red) lights when the sensor sees its modulated light source and pulses at a rate proportional to the strength of the received light signal; this is the AID™ Alignment Indicating Device[(2)] . - The output indicator (amber) lights when the sensor’s output is conducting. This indicator is especially useful when a timing logic module is used and signal and output conditions are not concurrent. In dark operate (DO) mode, the output is ON when the target returns less light to the sensor than the configured target and OFF when the sensor detects more light than the configured/taught target. In light operate (LO) mode, the output is ON when the target returns the same or more light to the sensor and OFF when the sensor detects less light than the configured/taught target. In opposed and retroreflective sensing modes , dark operate is active when the beam is blocked. In diffuse, fixed field, and adjustable field sensor modes , dark operate is active when the target is absent. In light operate (LO) mode, the output is ON when the target returns the same or more light to the sensor and OFF when the sensor detects less light than the configured/taught target. In opposed and retroreflective sensing modes , light operate is active when the beam is unblocked. In diffuse, fixed field, and adjustable field sensor modes , light operate is active when the target is present. 1. Sensitivity adjustment 2. LEDs - Green LED: Power on indicator - Red LED: Signal indicator - ◦ Amber LED: Output status indicator 3. Optional LED signal strength display 4. Optional timing adjustment 5. Optional timing adjustment 6. Light/dark operate switch ## Wiring Diagrams **==> picture [414 x 177] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Q45BB6 Sensors with Attached Cable Q456E Emitters with Attached Cable
bn (1) 10–30 V DC+ bn (1) Key:
bu (3) – 10–30 V DC+ 1=Brown2=White
wh (2) 3=Blue
Load
bu (3) 4=Black
bk (4) –
Load
io
4-pin Mini male quick disconnect 4-pin M12 male quick disconnect
4 —O° a 2 2 1
3 ax 1 3 4del 4
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> (2) US patent no. 4356393 4 | 10 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 04-May-26 Q45BB6 Series Sensors ## Specifications ## Supply Voltage and Current 10 V DC to 30 V DC (10% maximum ripple), at less than 50 mA (exclusive of load) ## Supply Protection Circuitry Protected against reverse polarity and transient voltages ## Output Configuration Bipolar: one current sourcing (PNP) and one current sinking (NPN) open-collector transistor ## Output Rating 250 mA maximum each output up to 50 °C, derated to 150 mA at 70 °C (derates 5 mA/°C) Off-state leakage current less than 1 µA Output saturation voltage (both outputs) less than 1 V at 10 mA and less than 2 V at 250 mA Output Protection Circuitry Protected against false pulse on power-up and continuous overload or short circuit of outputs Output Response Time Opposed mode: 2 milliseconds ON, 1 millisecond OFF All other sensing modes: 2 milliseconds ON/OFF NOTE: 100 millisecond delay on powerup. Output is non-conducting during this time. ## Construction Molded reinforced thermoplastic polyester housing, o-ringsealed transparent Lexan®[(3)] cover, molded acrylic lenses, and stainless steel hardware. Designed to withstand 1200 psi washdown. The base of the cabled models has a ½-inch NPS integral internal conduit thread. ## Connections PVC-jacketed 2 m (6.5 ft) or 9 m (30 ft) cables, 4-pin Mini (Q suffix models), or 4-pin M12 (Q5 suffix models) quickdisconnect (QD) fittings are available. QD cables are ordered separately. ## Application Notes Optional output timing modules are available. See "Output Timing Logic and Signal Strength Display Modules" on page 9. Environmental Rating NEMA 6, IP67 ## Operating Conditions Temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C (–40 °F to +158 °F) 90% at +50 °C maximum relative humidity (non-condensing) Certifications Banner Engineering BV Park Lane, Culliganlaan 2F bus 3 1831 Diegem, BELGIUM ## Repeatability Opposed mode: 0.25 milliseconds Required Overcurrent Protection All other sensing modes: 0.5 milliseconds Response time and repeatability specifications are independent of signal strength. ## Adjustments Beneath the sensor’s transparent cover: Light/Dark Operate select switch and multi-turn Sensitivity control (allows precise sensitivity setting – turn clockwise to increase gain). Optional logic and logic/display modules have adjustable timing functions (see "Output Timing Logic and Signal Strength Display Modules" on page 9) ## Indicators Indicator LEDs are clearly visible beneath a raised transparent Lexan® dome on top of the sensor. Power (green) LED lights whenever 10 V dc to 30V dc power is applied, and flashes to indicate output overload or output short circuit Signal (red) AID™ System LED lights whenever the sensor sees its modulated light source, and pulses at a rate proportional to the strength of the received light signal Load (amber) LED lights whenever the output is energized Optional 7-element LED signal strength display modules 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. **==> picture [208 x 68] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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(3) Lexan® is a registered trademark of General Electric Co. © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 5 | 10 04-May-26 Q45BB6 Series Sensors ## Q45BB6 Dimensions Opposed, Retro, and Diffuse Sensing Modes (Model Suffix E, R, D, DL, DX, LP, and LV) **==> picture [455 x 261] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Cabled models Mini male QD models M12 male QD models
54.1 mm
(2.13")
44.5 mm(1.75") Lens Centerline
50.8 mm
(2.00")
69.0 mm
(2.72")
6.4 mm (0.25")
87.6 mm
(3.45") 4.5 mm (#10) Screw
Clearance (2)
7.1 mm
(0.28")
30.0 mm
(1.18")
Internal Thread
& (1/2–14NPSM) ø 6.1 (0.24")
3 2m (6.5') Cable 7 | |
External thread (M30 x 1.5)
hex nut supplied External Thread
M30 X 1.5
M12
co 14 mm (0.6") | 7/8-in QD Connector ao 15 mm (0.6") \ QD Connector
Convergent mode sensors (CV and CV4) Glass fiberoptic models (F and FV) Plastic fiberoptic models (FP)
a 61.7 mm —~ 60.5 mm a 59.9 mm(2.36")
(2.43") (2.38")
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## Q45BB6 Performance Curves **==> picture [353 x 140] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Opposed
Excess Gain Beam Pattern
1000
Effective Beam : 13 mm
Q45E/R
Opposed Mode
Q45E/R
100 1.5 m Opposed Mode 60 in
1.0 m 40 in
0.5 m 20 in
10 0 0
0.5 m 20 in
1.0 m 40 in
1.5 m 60 in
1
0.1 m 1.0 m 10 m 100 m 0 12 m 24 m 36 m 48 m 60 m
0.33 ft 3.3 ft 33 ft 330 ft 40 ft 80 ft 120 ft 160 ft 200 ft
Distance Distance
Excess Gain
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Retroreflective Non-Polarized Retroreflective Polarized
Excess Gain Beam Pattern Excess Gain Beam Pattern
1000 1000
Q45LV
Retroreflective Mode Retroreflective Mode
100 75 mm Retroreflective ModeQ45LV 3.0 in 100 75 mm 3.0 in
50 mm 2.0 in 50 mm 2.0 in
25 mm 1.0 in 25 mm 1.0 in
10 0 With BRT-3 Reflector 0 10 With B RT-3 Reflector 0 With BRT-3 Reflector 0
25 mm 1.0 in 25 mm 1.0 in
With BRT-3 Reflector 50 mm 2.0 in 50 mm 2.0 in
75 mm 3.0 in 75 mm 3.0 in
1 1
.01 m .10 m 1.0 m 10 m 0 3 m 6 m 9 m 12 m 15 m 0
.033 ft .33 ft 3.3 ft 33 ft 10 ft 20 ft 30 ft 40 ft 50 ft
Distance Distance Distance Distance
Diffuse-mode performance curves are based on a 90% reflectance white test card.
Diffuse Short Range Diffuse Long Range
Excess Gain Beam Pattern Excess Gain Beam Pattern
1000 1000
Q45D Q45DL
Diffuse Mode
Diffuse Mode Q45DL
100 15 mm 0.6 in 100 75 mm Diffuse Mode 3.0 in
10 mm Diffuse ModeQ45D 0.4 in 50 mm 2.0 in
5 mm 0.2 in 25 mm 1.0 in
10 0 0 10 0 0
5 mm 0.2 in 25 mm 1.0 in
10 mm 0.4 in 50 mm 2.0 in
15 mm 0.6 in 75 mm 3.0 in
1 1
1.0 mm 10 mm 100 mm 1000 mm 0 100 mm 200mm 300 mm 400 mm 500 mm .01 m .10 m 1.0 m 10 m 0 0.6 m 1.2 m 1.8 m 2.4 m 3.0 m
0.04 in 0.4 in 4.0 in 40 in 4.0 in 8.0 in 12.0 in 16.0 in 20.0 in .033 ft .33 ft 3.3 ft 33 ft 2 ft 4 ft 6 ft 8 ft 10 ft
Distance Distance Distance Distance
Diffuse High Power
Excess Gain Beam Pattern
1000
Q45DX
Diffuse Mode
100
Q45DX
75 mm Diffuse Mode 3.0 in
50 mm 2.0 in
25 mm 1.0 in
10 0 0
25 mm 1.0 in
50 mm 2.0 in
75 mm 3.0 in
1
0.01 m 0.1 m 1.0 m 10 m 0 0.6 m 1.2 m 1.8 m 2.4 m 3.0 m
0.033 ft 0.33 ft 3.3 ft 33 ft 2 ft 4 ft 6 ft 8 ft 10 ft
Distance Distance
Excess Gain Excess Gain
Excess Gain Excess Gain
Excess Gain
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## Convergent mode performance curves are based on a 90% reflectance white test card. **==> picture [500 x 150] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Convergent (CV and CVQ Models) Convergent (CV4 and CV4Q Models)
Excess Gain Beam Pattern Excess Gain Beam Pattern
1000 1000
Q45CV Q45CV4
Convergent Mode Convergent Mode
100 3.8 mm2.5 mm Convergent ModeQ45CV 0.15 in0.10 in 100 3.8 mm2.5 mm Convergent ModeQ45CV4 0.15 in0.10 in
1.2 mm 0.05 in 1.2 mm 0.05 in
10 0 0 10 0 0
1.2 mm 0.05 in 1.2 mm 0.05 in
2.5 mm 0.10 in 2.5 mm 0.10 in
3.8 mm 0.15 in 3.8 mm 0.15 in
1 1
0 1 mm 10 mm 100 mm 1000 mm 0 38 mm 75 mm 113 mm 150 mm 190 mm
.04 in .4 in 4 in 40 in 1.5 in 3.0 in 4.5 in 6.0 in 7.5 in
Distance Distance Distance Distance
Excess Gain Excess Gain
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Glass fiber optic diffuse mode performance curves are based on a 90% reflectance white test card. © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 7 | 10 04-May-26 Q45BB6 Series Sensors **==> picture [500 x 296] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Glass Fiber Optic, Infrared (Opposed Mode) Glass Fiber Optic, Infrared (Diffuse Mode)
Excess Gain Beam Pattern Excess Gain Beam Pattern
1000
Q45F 1000
Q45F
Opposed Mode Diffuse Mode
100 150 mm Q45F 6.0 in 100 3.8 mm Q45F 0.15 in
IT23S Fibers 100 mm50 mm IT23S Fibers Opposed Mode 4.0 in2.0 in BT23S Fiber 2.5 mm1.3 mm BT13S Fiber Diffuse Mode 0.10 in0.05 in
10 0 IT13S Fibers 0 10 0 BT23S Fiber 0
IT13S Fibers 50 mm 2.0 in 1.3 mm 0.05 in
100 mm 4.0 in BT13S Fiber 2.5 mm 0.10 in
150 mm 6.0 in 3.8 mm 0.15 in
1 1
0 0
Distance Distance Distance DISTANCE
Glass Fiber Optic, Visible Red (Opposed Mode) Glass Fiber Optic, Visible Red (Diffuse Mode)
Excess Gain Beam Pattern Excess Gain Beam Pattern
1000 1000
Q45FV Q45FV
Opposed Mode Diffuse Mode
100 30 mm Opposed ModeQ45FV 1.2 in 100 3.0 mm Q45FV 0.12 in
20 mm IT23S Fibers 0.8 in 2.0 mm Diffuse Mode 0.08 in
IT23S Fibers 10 mm 0.4 in 1.0 mm 0.04 in
10 0 0 10 0 BT13S Fiber 0
IT13S Fibers 10 mm IT13S Fibers 0.4 in BT13S 1.0 mm 0.04 in
20 mm 0.8 in Fiber BT23S Fiber 2.0 mm BT23S Fiber 0.08 in
30 mm 1.2 in 3.0 mm 0.12 in
1 1
1.0 mm 10 mm 100 mm 1000 mm 0 100 mm 150 mm 200 mm 250 mm 300 mm 1 mm 10 mm 100 mm 1000 mm 0 5 mm 10 mm 15 mm 20 mm 25 mm
0.04 in 0.4 in 4 in 40 in 4 in 6 in 8 in 10 in 12 in 0.04 in 0.4 in 4.0 in 40 in 0.2 in 0.4 in 0.6 in 0.8 in 1.0 in
Distance Distance Distance Distance
Excess Gain Excess Gain
Excess Gain
Excess Gain
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Plastic fiber optic Diffuse mode performance curves are based on a 90% reflectance white test card. **==> picture [500 x 146] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Plastic Fiber Optic (Opposed Mode) Plastic Fiber Optic (Diffuse Mode)
Excess Gain Beam Pattern Excess Gain Beam Pattern
1000
Q45FP 1000 Q45FP
Opposed Mode Diffuse Mode
100 45 mm Q45FP 1.8 in 100 PBT46U Fiber 18 mm Q45FP 0.75 in
30 mm Opposed Mode PIT46U Fibers 1.2 in 12 mm Diffuse Mode 0.50 in
PIT46U Fibers 15 mm 0.6 in 6 mm PBT46U Fiber 0.25 in
10 0 PIT26U Fibers 0 10 0 0
15 mm 0.6 in 6 mm 0.25 in
PIT26U Fibers 30 mm 1.2 in 12 mm 0.50 in
45 mm 1.8 in PBT26U Fiber 18 mm 0.75 in
1 1
1 mm 10 mm 100 mm 1000 mm 0 25 mm 50 mm 75 mm 100 mm 125 mm 0.1 mm 1 mm 10 mm 100 mm 0 10 mm 20 mm 30 mm 40 mm 50 mm
0.04 in 0.4 in 4.0 in 40 in 1.0 in 2.0 in 3.0 in 4.0 in 5.0 in 0.004 in 0.04 in 0.4 in 4 in 0.4 in 0.8 in 1.2 in 1.6 in 2.0 in
Distance Distance Distance Distance
Excess Gain Excess Gain
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4-Pin Single-Ended M12 Female Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MQDC-403 1 m (3.28 ft) 44 Typ.
MQDC-406 2 m (6.56 ft)
MQDC-410 3 m (9.8 ft) 1 2 1 = Brown2 = White
MQDC-415 5 m (16.4 ft) Straight M12 x 1ø 14.5 5 3 = Blue4 = Black5 = Not used
MQDC-430 9 m (29.5 ft)
Ø5.2 mm 4 3
MQDC-450 15 m (49.2 ft)
MQDC-460 18.3 m (60 ft) 7 mm
58 mm
MQDC-470 21 m (68.9 ft)
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4-Pin Single-Ended M12 Female Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MQDC-4100 30 m (98.43 ft)
4-Pin Single-Ended Mini Female Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MBCC-406 1.83 m (6 ft) 2 4
MBCC-412 3.66 m (12 ft) Z 52 Typ. 7/8-16UN-2B
Straight 1 3
ø 25.5
MBCC-430 9.14 m (30 ft) 1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
Retroreflective Targets
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Brackets
SMB30C 56
• 30 mm split clamp, black PBT bracket
• Stainless steel mounting hardware included A
• Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor 66
• CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP B
Hole center spacing: A=ø 45
Hole size: B=ø 27.2 13 Ne
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Hole size: A=42.6 × 7, B=ø 6.4, C=ø 30.1 A
SMB30SC 67
• Swivel bracket with 30 mm mounting hole for sensor EF B
• Black reinforced thermoplastic polyester
• Stainless steel mounting and swivel locking hardware included 58 Lie
Hole center spacing: • CAD Files: DXF A=ø 50.8, PDF, IGS, STP af [NB
Hole size: A=ø 7.0, B=ø 30.0 29 _o A
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## Output Timing Logic and Signal Strength Display Modules Q45 sensors easily accept the addition of output timing logic and signal strength display functions. Display modules have a seven-element display that gives a more precise indication of excess gain than does the AID™ system LED that is standard on Q45 sensors. The modules listed below may be used with all Q45BB6 sensors. Refer to the module's datasheet for more information. © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 9 | 10 04-May-26 Q45BB6 Series Sensors **==> picture [500 x 58] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Models Logic and/or Display Function
45LM58 Programmable output timing logic
45LM58D Programmable output timing logic plus signal strength display
45LMD Signal strength display only (no timing function)
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