# Photo Sensor, 400 mm, Complementary PNP, Background Suppression / Proximity, 10 to 30 VDCQM26 Series ![Product image](https://novapart.co/image/farnell:4297154/) **URL**: https://novapart.co/products/QM26VPAF400Q5/photo-sensor-400-mm-complementary-pnp-background **SKU**: QM26VPAF400Q5 **Manufacturer**: BANNER ENGINEERING **Price**: €245.1100 **Stock**: 10+ **Lead Time**: 38 days (indicative) ## Specifications | Parameter | Value | |---|---| | Svhc | No SVHC (15-Jan-2018) | | Product Range | QM26 Series | | Sensing Method | Background Suppression, Proximity | | Connection Method | 4 Pin M12 Euro Connector | | Sensing Range Max | 400mm | | Sensor Output Type | Complementary PNP | | Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V | | Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V | ## Datasheet 📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4297154/) QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Original Instructions p/n: 166534 Rev F 20-Apr-26 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual ## Contents **Chapter 1 Features.................................................................................................................. 3** QM26 Models ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3 QMH26 Models.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 QMx26 Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 QM26 Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................................................. 7 QMH26 Dimensions................................................................................................................................................................................ 8 **Chapter 2 Sensor Installation................................................................................................. 9** Wiring Diagrams ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 9 **Chapter 3 Sensor Configuration.......................................................................................... 10** Sensor Setup - Background Suppression - AFxxx Models.......................................................................................................................... 10 Sensor Setup Example................................................................................................................................................................................ 10 Remote Configuration—XLPC models.........................................................................................................................................................11 Push Button Lockout—XLPC Models...........................................................................................................................................................11 Select Light Operate/Dark Operate—XLPC models.....................................................................................................................................11 Light SET—XLPC Models ........................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Light SET for High Sensitivity ............................................................................................................................................................... 12 Light SET for Medium Sensitivity.......................................................................................................................................................... 13 Dark SET—XLPC Models ........................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Dark SET for Maximum Operating Range ............................................................................................................................................ 13 **Chapter 4 Performance Curves............................................................................................ 15** Minimum Separation Distance..................................................................................................................................................................... 15 Minimum Sensing Range ............................................................................................................................................................................ 16 Excess Gain ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16 Beam Patterns............................................................................................................................................................................................. 18 Spot Size Versus Distance .......................................................................................................................................................................... 19 **Chapter 5 Accessories.......................................................................................................... 20** Cordsets for QM26 Models with Suffix Q5 .................................................................................................................................................. 20 Cordsets for QMH26 Models with suffix Q7 ................................................................................................................................................ 20 Brackets for QM26 Models.......................................................................................................................................................................... 21 Brackets for QMH26 Models ....................................................................................................................................................................... 21 Retroreflectors ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 21 **Chapter 6 Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty..................................................... 23** © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual ## Chapter Contents QM26 Models....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 QMH26 Models .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 QMx26 Overview.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5 Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 ## Chapter 1 ## Features Stainless steel and hygienic stainless steel sensors for washdown and chemical compatibility - QM26: Washdown rated with convenient 25.4 mm (1 in) mounting spacing and 3 mm (0.125 in) mounting hardware - QMH26: Hygienic shape for superior cleaning performance - Made from FDA compliant materials for worry-free use in food and pharmaceutical applications - Chemically resistant, non-toxic 316L stainless steel housing - Acrylic optical window with coating for resistance to hydrogen peroxide and alcohol - IP69K rated for use in harsh 1500 psi washdown environments at 80° C (176° F) - Withstands environmental temperature cycling from –30° to +60° C (–22° to +140° F) - Sealed housing and smooth joints minimize cleaning time and reduce bacterial accumulation - Sensor marking is chemically etched into the housing for long-lasting identification and to eliminate food contamination - Push buttons and light pipes are overmolded to reduce crevices and provide excellent cleaning and sealing results - High performance coaxial polarized retroreflective models for clear or transparent bottle and film detection - Excellent background suppression performance with advanced ambient light suppression - Bright, visible red light spot on adjustable background suppression models makes alignment easy - Models have a hygienic design for easy cleaning and sanitizing ## 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. ## QM26 Models Stainless steel sensors for washdown and chemical compatibility **==> picture [488 x 81] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Model Mode Range Output Connector
QM26E-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Emitter NA 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26EQ5 8.5 m (27.8 ft) with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
QM26VNR-5M Receiver Complementary NPN 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
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Model Mode Range Output Connector
200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26VNRQ5 with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
QM26VPR-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Complementary PNP 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26VPRQ5 with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
QM26VNLP-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Complementary NPN 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26VNLPQ5 with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
Polarized Retroreflective 3 m (9.8 ft) with
BRT-60X40C
QM26VPLP-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Complementary PNP 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26VPLPQ5 with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
QM26ENXLPC-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
NPN 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26ENXLPCQ5 with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
Expert™ Coaxial Polarized 2.6 m (8.5 ft) with
Retroreflective BRT-60X40C
QM26EPXLPC-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
PNP 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26EPXLPCQ5 with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
QM26VNAF400-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Complementary NPN
200 mm (7.5 in) PVC pigtail,
QM26VNAF400Q5
M12 QD connector, 4-pin
Adjustable Field Background 5 to 400 mm (0.2 in to 15.7
QM26VPAF400-5M Suppression in) 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Complementary PNP 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26VPAF400Q5 with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26VNAF200Q5 Complementary NPN with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
Adjustable Field Background
5 to 200 mm (0.2 in to 7.85
QM26VPAF200-5M Suppression (small light 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
in)
spot)
Complementary PNP 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable
QM26VPAF200Q5 with a 4-pin M12 QD
connector
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The following models are no longer available for order but are still covered by the information in this document. ## Inactive models **==> picture [500 x 48] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Model Sensing Mode Range Output Connector
Adjustable Field Background
5 to 200 mm (0.2 in to 7.85
QM26VNAF200-5M Suppression (small light 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
in)
spot)
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## QMH26 Models Hygienic stainless steel sensors for washdown and chemical compatibility **==> picture [500 x 40] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Model Sensing Mode Range Output Connector
QMH26VNLP-5M Polarized Retroreflective 3m (9.8 ft) with Complementary NPN 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
BRT-60X40C
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Model Sensing Mode Range Output Connector
QMH26VNLPQ7 M8 QD connector, 4-pin
QMH26VPLP-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Complementary PNP
QMH26VPLPQ7 M8 QD connector, 4-pin
QMH26ENXLPC-5M 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
NPN
QMH26ENXLPCQ7 2.6 m (8.5 ft) M8 QD connector, 4-pin
Expert™ Coaxial Polarized with
Retroreflective
QMH26EPXLPC-5M BRT-60X40C 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
PNP
QMH26EPXLPCQ7 M8 QD connector, 4-pin
QMH26VNAF400-5M Complementary NPN 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Adjustable Field Background 5 to 400 mm (0.2
QMH26VPAF400Q7 Suppression in to 15.7 in) Complementary PNP M8 QD connector, 4-pin
QMH26VNAF200Q7 Complementary NPN M8 QD connector, 4-pin
Adjustable Field Background
5 to 200 mm (0.2
QMH26VPAF200-5M Suppression (small light 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
in to 7.85 in)
spot) Complementary PNP
QMH26VPAF200Q7 M8 QD connector, 4-pin
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Model Sensing Mode Range Output Connector
QMH26VNAF400Q7 Complementary NPN M8 QD connector, 4-pin
Adjustable Field Background 5 to 400 mm (0.2 in to 15.7
QMH26VPAF400-5M Suppression in) Complementary PNP 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
Adjustable Field Background
5 to 200 mm (0.2 in to 7.85
QMH26VNAF200-5M Suppression (small light Complementary NPN 5 m (16.25 ft) cable, 4 wire
in)
spot)
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QMH26 QM26
1 3 2 1 3 2
4
4
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Key
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1. Green Indicator 2. Amber Indicator 3. Push Button Adjustment Screw/Potentiometer (not shown)— AFxxx models 4. Optical Window ## Specifications ## Supply Voltage and Current 10 to 30 V DC (10% maximum ripple within specified limits); supply current (exclusive of load current) < 20 mA For UL applications: For use in class 2 circuits only. ## Supply Protection Circuitry Protected against reverse polarity and transient voltages ## Output Configuration XLPC models: Single PNP or NPN on pin 4 (black wire) with remote input on pin 2 (white wire) All other models: Complementary PNP or NPN by model number Output Response Time 500 µs © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 5 of 24 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Features ## Repeatability QM26—Opposed Models: 110 μs All other models: 150 μs Indicators Green on: Power ON and sensor ready Amber on: Light sensed Amber flashing (XLPC models): Light sensed but marginal signal ## Output Rating 100 mA per output Off-state leakage current for load = 1500 Ω: NPN: < 200 μA PNP: < 500 μA ON-state saturation voltage: < 2 V at 100 mA Chemical Compatibility ECOLAB® certified Operating Conditions Operating Temperature and Storage Temperature: –30 °C to +70 °C (–22 °F to +158 °F) NOTE: UL certified in the temperature range –30 °C to +55 °C (–22 °F to +131 °F). Humidity: Periodic exposure to 100% humidity and washdown cleaning Vibration and Shock IEC60947-5-2 **==> picture [47 x 7] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Certifications
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Output Protection Circuitry Protected against false pulse at power up, and overload or short circuit of outputs Emitter LED Wavelength AF200 models: 660 nm All other models: 620 nm Construction 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 Housing: 316L stainless steel Optical Window: Coated acrylic (PMMA) Indicator and buttons: TPV - PE Connection 4-wire 5 m (16.25 ft) cable or a 200 mm (7.5 in) PVC cable with a 4-pin M12 quick disconnect connector, depending on model Banner recommends using the 4-Pin M12 Washdown, Stainless Steel cordsets listed in the Accessories section. NOTE: These proximity switches shall be used with UL Listed Cable assemblies rated 30 V, 0.24 A minimum, in the field installation. Delay Before Power-Up < 300 ms Adjustments QM26 Emitter—Beam Enable: Connect black wire to +V dc to activate emitter LED AFxxx models—Adjustment Screw: Sets background suppression distance XLPC models—Push Button: User set up XLPC models—Remote Input Wire: Remote PLC set up and push button lock out Environmental Rating IP67 and IP69K per ISO 20653 with a class 2 power supply 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. |Supply
Wiring
(AWG)
20|Required Overcurrent
Protection (A)
5.0|Supply
Wiring
(AWG)
26|Required Overcurrent
Protection (A)
1.0| |---|---|---|---| |22|3.0|28|0.8| |24|2.0|30|0.5| page 6 of 24 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Features ## QM26 Dimensions **==> picture [79 x 65] intentionally omitted <==** All measurements are listed in millimeters [inches], unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change. © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 7 of 24 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Features ## QMH26 Dimensions All measurements are listed in millimeters [inches], unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change. page 8 of 24 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual ## Chapter Contents Wiring Diagrams................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 ## Chapter 2 Sensor Installation Install the sensor so that the object to be detected moves horizontally to the sensor. **==> picture [85 x 95] intentionally omitted <==** ## Wiring Diagrams **==> picture [444 x 196] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Wiring Key
Expert™ NPN Expert™ PNP 1 = Brown
2 = White
bn (1)bu (3) 10-30 V DC+– bn (1)bu (3) 10-30 V DC+– 3 = Blue
4 = Black
bk (4) Load bk (4) Load
wh (2) wh (2)
Remote Programming Remote Programming
NPN PNP QM26 Emitters
bu (3) – bn (1) + bn (1) +
bn (1) 10-30 V DC+ bu (3) 10–30 V DC– bu (3) 10-30 V DC–
bk (4) Load Light operate bk (4) Load Light operate bk (4) BeamEnable
wh (2)
wh (2) Load Dark operate wh (2) Load Dark operate N.C.
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© Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 9 of 24 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual ## Chapter Contents Sensor Setup - Background Suppression - AFxxx Models ................................................................................................................................ 10 Sensor Setup Example....................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Remote Configuration—XLPC models................................................................................................................................................................11 Push Button Lockout—XLPC Models..................................................................................................................................................................11 Select Light Operate/Dark Operate—XLPC models ...........................................................................................................................................11 Light SET—XLPC Models.................................................................................................................................................................................. 12 Dark SET—XLPC Models .................................................................................................................................................................................. 13 ## Chapter 3 Sensor Configuration - Adjustable field background suppression models (AFxxx models) have an 8-turn adjustment screw (potentiometer) to set the background suppression distance. - Expert™ coaxial polarized retroreflective models (XLPC models) are configurable using either the sealed push button or the remote input wire. - Two-lens polarized retroreflective models (LP models) and opposed mode models require no user adjustments. ## Sensor Setup - Background Suppression - AFxxx Models Background Suppression Mode: Objects beyond the set cutoff distance will not be detected. Background suppression mode can be used in most situations with varying object colors and positions or with varying background conditions. To ensure reliable background suppression, a minimum separation distance between the object and the background is necessary. See the Minimum Separation Distance figure in "Performance Curves" on page 15 to determine the minimum separation distance. 1. Mount the sensor with the darkest object at the longest application distance. The distance to the object must be less than shown in the Minimum Separation Distance figure in "Performance Curves" on page 15 for your object color. 2. Turn the adjustment potentiometer counter-clockwise until the amber indicator turns off (8 turns maximum). 3. Turn the adjustment potentiometer clockwise until the amber indicator turns on . 4. Replace the darkest object with the brightest background at the closest application distance. 5. Turn the adjustment potentiometer clockwise , counting the revolutions, until the amber indicator turns on . 6. Turn the adjustment potentiometer counter-clockwise half of the number of turns from step 5. This places the cutoff distance midway between the object and the background switchpoints. The sensor is ready for operation. **==> picture [196 x 17] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Set the cutoff distance approximately midway between
the farthest object and the closest background
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Object Background
X
Y
Cutoff
Distance
X: Distance to the Object
Y: Minimum Separation Between the Object and
the Background
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## Sensor Setup Example An object with a reflectivity similar to black paper is set 100 mm (3.9 in) away from the AF200 sensor. A background with a reflectivity similar to white paper is set away from the sensor. According to the Minimum Separation Distance figure in "Performance Curves" on page 15, the minimum separation distance between the object and the background is 24 mm (0.94 in). In this application, reliable detection is achieved when set up according to the procedure outlined in "Sensor Setup - Background Suppression - AFxxx Models" on page 10. © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 10 of 24 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Sensor Configuration ## Background Suppression Mode Application Example **==> picture [155 x 143] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
2
1 3
Y
X
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1. Object 2. Conveyor 3. Background X: Distance to the Object = 100 mm (3.9 in) Y: Minimum Separation Between the Object and the Background = 24 mm (0.94 in) ## Remote Configuration—XLPC models The remote input wire (pin 2/white wire) is used to lock the push button, select Light or Dark Operate, or perform the desired Light SET or Dark SET for the object. In contrast to other Banner Engineering sensors, the QM26 and QMH26 Expert™ coaxial polarized retroreflective sensors (XLPC models) use the duration between pull-high pulses on the remote input wire to both initiate the Light SET or Dark SET and to select the desired sensitivity simultaneously. See "Light SET for High Sensitivity" on page 12, "Light SET for Medium Sensitivity" on page 13, and "Dark SET for Maximum Operating Range" on page 13 for details. NOTE: After the delay before startup has elapsed ( ≤ 300 ms), the remote input may be used. ## Push Button Lockout—XLPC Models The remote input wire (pin 2/white wire) can be used to disable the sensor push button on the XLPC models to prevent unauthorized adjustment to the sensor. Connect the remote input wire (pin 2/white wire) of the sensor to the +V dc terminal to disable configuration adjustments using the push button. **==> picture [500 x 47] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Push Button Remote Input Wire Result
Not available Connect the remote input wire to +V DC for 4 ms or longer. The push button is disabled (locked).
Not available Disconnect the remote input wire from +V DC. The push button is enabled (unlocked).
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## Select Light Operate/Dark Operate—XLPC models Change the sensor operation to light operate or dark operate for the desired application. Use either the button or the remote input wire procedure to configure the sensor. © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 11 of 24 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Sensor Configuration **==> picture [500 x 247] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Push Button Remote Input Wire Result
Press and hold the button for Pulse the remote input wire to +V DC, then pull Push button only: The green LED flashes.
longer than 12 s. the remote input wire to ground for 2000 to 3000
ms. LED LED
Continue pressing the button
until the desired operation is Light operate select: Pulse the remote input wire Green Amber
selected, then release the to +V DC for 4 to 1000 ms, then pull the remote Flashing OFF
button. input wire to ground.
Amber LED ON = Light operate
> 12 sec.
+V DC
2000 ... 3000 mst Teach Input 4 .. 1000 mst p light L.O. LED LED
0
t = 0 t Green Amber
Flashing ON
Dark operate select: Pulse the remote input wire
to +V DC for 1000 to 2000 ms, then pull the Amber LED OFF = Dark operate
remote input wire to ground.
LED LED
+V DC Green Amber
2000 ... 3000 mst Teach Input 1000 .. 2000 mst p dark D.O. Flashing OFF
0
t
t = 0 The sensor is configured for the desired mode
and is ready.
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## Light SET—XLPC Models A Light SET optimizes the sensor to provide reliable detection of various objects. For most applications, the factory default setting is appropriate. Perform the Light SET only if the desired object is not reliably detected. Stable mounting of both the sensor and the reflector is required for reliable detection. - High sensitivity (11% offset)—suitable for highly transparent bottles, thin films, and foils. See "Light SET for High Sensitivity" on page 12. ## Light SET (Dark Operate Shown) **==> picture [173 x 20] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Output ON Output OFF
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- Medium sensitivity (18% offset)—suitable for standard bottle types and translucent objects. See "Light SET for Medium Sensitivity" on page 13. ## Light SET for High Sensitivity Use High Sensitivity (11% sensitivity) for detecting highly transparent bottles, thin films, and foils with a thickness of more than 20 µm. Use either the button or the remote input wire procedure to configure the sensor. Push Button Remote Input Wire Result Clear the light path to the Clear the light path to the reflector. reflector. Continued on page 13 page 12 of 24 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Sensor Configuration **==> picture [500 x 141] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Continued from page 12
Push Button Remote Input Wire Result
Press the button for 2 to 7 seconds until the LEDs flash Pulse the remote input wire to +V DC, then pull the remote input wire to ground for 4 to 1000 ms. Push button only: flash simultaneously. The green and amber LEDs
simultaneously, then release the button. Pulse the remote input wire to +V DC to complete the high sensitivity Light SET. GreenLED AmberLED
2 to 7 sec.
SIMULTANEOUS
+V DC t Teach Flashing at3Hz
4 ... 1000 ms
0 t The sensor is configured for High Sensitivity and
t = 0 is ready for use.
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## Light SET for Medium Sensitivity Use Medium Sensitivity (18% sensitivity) for detecting standard bottle types and translucent objects. Use either the button or the remote input wire procedure to configure the sensor. **==> picture [498 x 205] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Push Button Remote Input Wire Result
Clear the light path to the
Clear the light path to the reflector.
reflector.
Pulse the remote input wire to +V DC, then pull
Press the button for 7 to 12 the remote input wire to ground for 1000 to 2000 Push button only: The green and amber LEDs
seconds until the LEDs flash ms. flash alternately.
alternately, then release the
button. Pulse the remote input wire to +V DC to complete LED LED
the medium sensitivity Light SET. Green Amber
7 to 12 sec.
ALTERNATELY
+V DC t Teach Flashing at3Hz
1000 ... 2000 ms The sensor is configured for Medium Sensitivity
0
t and is ready for use.
t = 0
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## Dark SET—XLPC Models Dark SET (maximum operating range) is the factory default setting and provides maximum sensing range, ease of alignment, and reliable detection of brown or green bottles and opaque objects. **==> picture [176 x 77] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Dark SET (Dark Operate Shown)
Output ON Output OFF
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## Dark SET for Maximum Operating Range Use either the button or the remote input wire procedure to configure the sensor. © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 13 of 24 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Sensor Configuration **==> picture [500 x 271] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Push Button Remote Input Wire Result
Block the light path to the Block the light path to the reflector.
reflector.
Press the button for 2 to 7 Pulse the remote input wire to +V DC, then pull Push button only: The green and amber LEDs
seconds until the LEDs flash the remote input wire to ground for 4 to 1000 ms. flash simultaneously.
simultaneously, then release the
button. Pulse the remote input wire to +V DC to complete
the Dark SET. LED LED
2 to 7 sec. Green Amber
+V DC SIMULTANEOUS
0 4 ... 1000 mst Teach Flashing at3Hz
t = 0 t The sensor is configured for Dark SET (maximum
operating range).
Clear the light path to the Clear the light path to the reflector.
reflector.
The sensor is ready for use.
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Chapter 4| ## Minimum Separation Distance ## Minimum separation distance **==> picture [500 x 201] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
AF200 Models AF400 Models
90 Black/ White
40
80
35 Black/ White
30 70 Gray / White
60
25 Gray / White
50
20
40
15 White / White
30 White / White
10
20
5
Object / Background 10
0 Object / Background
0 50 100 150 200 250 0
0 100 200 300 400 500
90% White Card Cutoff Setting (mm)
90% White Card Cutoff Setting (mm)
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AF200 Models AF400 Models
15 15
10 10
5 5
0 0
0 5 50 100 150 200 250 0 5 100 200 300 400 500
90% White Card Cutoff Setting (mm) 90% White Card Cutoff Setting (mm)
Minimum Range (mm) 6% Blk Card Minimum Range (mm) 6% Blk Card
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Opposed mode models
1000
100
10
1
1 10 100 1000 10000
DISTANCE (mm)
EXCESS GAIN
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100
BRT-60x40C
BRT-92x92C
BRT-40x19A
BRT-60x40IP69K
BRT-THG-2-100 (2” x 2”)
BRT-60x40C-PS
10
BRT-40x19A-PS
1
1 10 100 1000 10000
DISTANCE (mm)
Fixed gain retroreflective models (LP models)
100
BRT-60x40C
BRT-92x92C
BRT-40x19A
BRT-60x40IP69K
BRT-THG-2-100 (2” x 2”)
10 BRT-60x40C-PS
BRT-40x19A-PS
1
1 10 100 1000 10000
DISTANCE (mm)
EXCESS GAIN
EXCESS GAIN
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AF200 Models AF400 Models
1000
1000 Setpoint: 15 mm
Setpoint: 15 mm Setpoint: 200 mm
Setpoint: 100 mm Setpoint: 400 mm
Setpoint: 200 mm
1000
100
100
10
10
1
1
1 10 100 1000
1 10 100 1000
DISTANCE (mm) DISTANCE (mm)
EXCESS GAIN EXCESS GAIN
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Opposed mode models
100
80
60
40
20
0
-20
-40
-60
-80
-100
0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 8000 9000
DISTANCE (mm)
BEAM PATTERN (mm)
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Fixed gain retroreflective (LP) models
150
100
50
0
-50
-100
-150
0
DISTANCE (mm)
BEAM PATTERN (mm)
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Expert™ retroreflective (XLPC ) Models
60
40
20
0
-20
-40
-60
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500
DISTANCE (mm)
BEAM PATTERN (mm)
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AF200 Models
6
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
0 50 100 150 200 250
DISTANCE (mm)
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AF400 Models
8
6
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
0 100 200 300 400
DISTANCE (mm)
BEAM PATTERN (mm)
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100 x 100
80 x 80
60 x 60
40 x 40
20 x 20
0 x 0
0 50 100 150 200 250 300
DISTANCE (mm)
BEAM SPOT SIZE (mm)
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© Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 19 of 24 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual ## Chapter Contents |Cordsets for QM26 Models with Suffix Q5 ......................................................................................................................................................... 20| |---| |Cordsets for QMH26 Models with suffix Q7 ....................................................................................................................................................... 20| |Brackets for QM26 Models................................................................................................................................................................................. 21| |Brackets for QMH26 Models .............................................................................................................................................................................. 21| |Retroreflectors.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21| |Accessories
Chapter 5| ## Cordsets for QM26 Models with Suffix Q5 All measurements are listed in millimeters, unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change. ## 4-Pin Threaded M12 Cordsets (Washdown, Stainless Steel) (Recommended) **==> picture [480 x 104] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
4-Pin Single-Ended M12 Female Washdown, Stainless Steel Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MQDC-WDSS-0406 2 m (6.56 ft) 1 2
MQDC-WDSS-0415 5 m (16.4 ft)
Ø15.5 mm ry 4 Sage) 3
Straight
ao Ø4.8 mm 1 = Brown @
MQDC-WDSS-0430 9 m (29.5 ft) es 43.5 mm 2 = White ie
3 = Blue
4 = Black
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4-Pin Single-Ended M12 Female Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MQDC-403 1 m (3.28 ft)
MQDC-406 2 m (6.56 ft) 44 Typ.
MQDC-410 3 m (9.8 ft) 1 = Brown
MQDC-415 5 m (16.4 ft) M12 x 1 1 2 2 = White3 = Blue
MQDC-430 9 m (29.5 ft) Straight =Coa ø 14.5 5 @_ 4 = Black5 = Not used
MQDC-450 15 m (49.2 ft) Ø5.2 mm 4 3
MQDC-460 18.3 m (60 ft) 2 === 7 mm ®) cUt)us
MQDC-470 21 m (68.9 ft) 58 mm
MQDC-4100 30 m (98.43 ft)
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## Cordsets for QMH26 Models with suffix Q7 All measurements are listed in millimeters, unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change. **==> picture [472 x 82] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
4-Pin Single-Ended M8 Female Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
PKG4M-2 2 m (6.56 ft)
35 Typ.
PKG4M-5 5 m (16.4 ft) 4 2 1 = Brown
2 = White
Straight ø 9.5 3 = Blue
3 1 4 = Black
PKG4M-9 9 m (29.52 ft) ont M8 x 1 ©@
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4-Pin Single-Ended M8 Female Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
PKW4M-2 2 m (6.56 ft) 28 Typ.
PKW4M-5 5 m (16.4 ft) a
4 2
20 Typ.
Right Angle et @
3 1
PKW4M-9 9 m (29.5 ft)
M8 x 1
ø 9.5 ce ©
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## Brackets for QM26 Models All measurements are listed in millimeters, unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change. - 15 15 - SMBLSTDLQ26 7S • Adjustable right-angle metal bracket | © • 304 stainless steel 35 - • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP [ts |e a - SMBLSTQ26 • Right-angle bracket • 304 stainless steel 72 • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP 15 aoe i - SS 32 ## Brackets for QMH26 Models All measurements are listed in millimeters, unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change. - SMBQMH26-SS-150 • Smooth surfaces for easy cleaning • Setscrew adjustment of sensor • 316L stainless steel **==> picture [44 x 44] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
ø 12
ø 22
150
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## Retroreflectors All measurements are listed in millimeters, unless noted otherwise. The measurements provided are subject to change. © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 21 of 24 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual Accessories BRT-60X40C and BRT-60X40CM (Microprism) - Rectangular, acrylic target - Reflectivity Factor: 1.4 - Temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (– 4 °F to +140 °F) - • Optional brackets are available - Approximate size: 40 mm × 60 mm - BRT-60X40C CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP - • BRT-60X40CM CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP ## BRT-92X92C - Square, acrylic target - • Reflectivity Factor: 3.0 • Temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (– 4 °F to +140 °F) - • Optional brackets are available • Reflector size: 92 mm × 92 mm - Approximate size: 100 mm × 100 mm × 9 mm - Two 3.5 mm diameter mounting holes - • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP ## BRT-40X19A - Rectangular, acrylic target - Reflectivity Factor: 1.3 - • Temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (– 4 °F to +140 °F) - Reflector size: 18 mm × 40 mm - Approximate size: 18 mm × 60 mm × 7.3 mm - Two 4 mm diameter mounting holes, 50 mm centers - • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP ## BRT-60X40IP69K - Rectangular, acrylic target (color is amber) - Reflectivity Factor: 0.7 - • Temperature: –20 °C to +140 °C (–4 °F to +284 °F) - • Chemically resistant - IP69K washdown rated - Optional brackets are available - Approximate size: 40 mm × 60 mm - • CAD Files: DXF, PDF, IGS, STP ## BRT-60X40C-PS - Rectangular, polystyrene target - Reflectivity Factor: 1.1 - Temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (– 4 °F to +140 °F) - Optional brackets are available - Chemically compatible with hydrogen peroxide - Yellow back - Approximate size: 40 mm × 60 mm ## BRT-40X19A-PS - Rectangular, polystyrene target - Reflectivity Factor: 1.0 - Temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (– 4 °F to +140 °F) - Chemically compatible with hydrogen peroxide - Yellow back - Reflector size: 18 mm × 40 mm - Approximate size: 18 mm × 60 mm × 7.3 mm - Two 4 mm diameter mounting holes, 50 mm centers Model BRT-THG-2-100 Reflectivity Factor Maximum Temperature Size 0.7 +60 °C (+140 °F) 50 mm (2 in) wide, 2.5 m (100 in) long page 22 of 24 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 20-Apr-26 QM26 and QMH26 Series Sensor Product Manual ## Chapter Contents ## Chapter 6 ## 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. 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