# PHOTOELECTRIC SENSOR, 0M to 5M, NPN/PNP

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/SM312LVMHS/photoelectric-sensor-0m-to-5m-npn-pnp
**SKU**: SM312LVMHS
**Manufacturer**: BANNER ENGINEERING
**Category**: Sensors & Transducers || Sensors || Light Sensors || Optical / Slot Photoelectric Sensors
**Price**: €130.4000
**Stock**: 25+
**Lead Time**: 2 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Range | SM312 Series |
| Sensor Output | NPN / PNP |
| Output Current | 150mA |
| Sensing Range Max | 5m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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## **MINI-BEAM dc-Voltage Series** 

Self-contained photoelectric sensors 

## **Models** 

|**Sensing Mode**||**Range**||**LED**|**Model**|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|**OPPOSED**|Opposed Emitter|3 m (10 ft)||Infrared 880 nm|SM31E|
||Opposed Receiver||||SM31R|
||Opposed Emitter - Long Range|30 m (100 ft)|||SM31EL|
||Opposed Receiver - Long Range||||SM31RL|
|**OPPOSED**|Opposed Emitter - Clear Plastic Detection|0 to 300 mm (0 to 12 in) Actual range varies,<br>depending on the light transmission proper-<br>ties of the plastic material being sensed.||Visible Red 650 nm|SM31EPD|
||Opposed Receiver - Clear Plastic Detec-<br>tion||||SM31RPD|
|**RETRO**|Non-Polarized Retroreflective|5 m (15 ft)|||SM312LV|
|P<br>**POLAR RETRO**|Polarized Retroreflective|55 mm to 2 m (2 in to 7 ft)|||SM312LVAG|
||Extended-Range Polarized Retroreflec-<br>tive|10 mm to 3 m (0.4 in to 10 ft)|||SM312LP|
|**DIFFUSE**|Diffuse|380 mm (15 in)||Infrared 880 nm|SM312D|
|||300 mm (12 in)|||SM312DBZ|
||Divergent Diffuse|130 mm (5 in)|||SM312W|
|**CONVERGENT**|Convergent|16 mm (0.65 in) Focus|||SM312C|
|||43 mm (1.7 in) Focus|||SM312C2|
|**CONVERGENT**||16 mm (0.65 in) Focus||Visible Red 650 nm|SM312CV|
|||43 mm (1.7 in) Focus|||SM312CV2|
|**CONVERGENT**||16 mm (0.65 in) Focus||Visible Blue 475 nm|SM312CVB|
|||49 mm (1.9 in) Focus|||SM312CV2B|
|**CONVERGENT**||16 mm (0.65 in) Focus||Visible Green 525 nm|SM312CVG|
|||49 mm (1.9 in) Focus|||SM312CV2G|
|GLASS FIBER|Glass Fiber Optic|Range varies, depending on sensing mode<br>and fiber optics used.||Infrared 880 nm|SM312F|
|||||Visible Red 650 nm|SM312FV|
|||||Visible Blue 475 nm|SM312FVB|
|||||Visible Green 525 nm|SM312FVG|
|**PLASTIC FIBER**|Plastic Fiber Optic|||Visible Red 650 nm|SM312FP|
|||||Visible Blue 475 nm|SM312FPB|
|||||Visible Green 525 nm|SM312FPG|
||Special High-Power Option Plastic Fiber<br>Optic|||Visible Red 650 nm|SM312FPH|



Standard 2 m (6.5') cable models are listed. 

- 9 m (30') cable: add suffix “W/30” (e.g., SM31EW/30). 

- 4-pin Euro QD models: add suffix “QD” (e.g., SM31EQD). 

- 150 mm (6") QD Pigtail: add suffix “QDP” (e.g., SM31EQDP). 

For a 0.3 ms response: add suffix “MHS” (eg., SM31EMHS). 

P/N 69943 rev. C 

6/19/2012 

MINI-BEAM dc-Voltage Series 

## **Dimensions** 

**Models with suffix E, EL, EPD, R, RL, RPD, LV, LVAG, LP, D, C, C2, CV, CV2, CVG, CV2G, CVB, and CV2B** 

## **Models with suffix DBZ and W** 

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## **Wiring Diagrams** 

## **Emitters with Attached Cable** 

## **All Other Models with Attached Cable** 

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## **Emitters with Quick Disconnect (4-pin Euro-Style)** 

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## **All Other Models with Quick Disconnect (4-pin Euro-Style)** 

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The output type for all models is Bipolar NPN/PNP; load 150 mA max., each output. 

## **Sensor Mounting and Alignment** 

MINI-BEAM sensors perform most reliably if they are properly aligned and securely mounted. 

For maximum mechanical stability, mount MINI-BEAM sensors through 18 mm diameter holes by their threaded barrel (where available), or use a mounting bracket. A complete selection of mounting brackets is available. Visit www.bannerengineering.com or contact the factory for information on mounting options. 

Begin with line-of-sight positioning of the MINI-BEAM sensor to its emitter (opposed-mode sensing) or to its target (all other sensing modes). When using a retroreflective sensor, the target is the retroreflector (“retro target”). For diffuse or convergent sensing modes, the target is the object to be detected. 

Apply power to the sensor (and to the emitter, if using the opposed mode). Advance the 15-turn Gain control to maximum (clockwise end of rotation) using a small flat-blade screwdriver. The Gain control is clutched at both ends to avoid damage and will “free-wheel” when either endpoint is reached. 

If the MINI-BEAM sensor is receiving its light signal, the red LED Alignment indicator will be ON and flashing at a rate proportional to the signal strength (faster = more signal). Move the sensor (or retro target, if applicable) up-down-right-left (including angular rotation) to find the center of the movement zone within which the LED indicator remains ON. Reducing the Gain setting reduces the size of the movement zone for more precise alignment. 

Repeat the alignment motions after each Gain reduction. When optimum alignment is achieved, mount sensor(s) (and the retro target, if applicable) solidly in that position. Increase the Gain to maximum. 

Test the sensor by placing the object to be detected in the sensing position, then removing it. The Alignment indicator LED should come ON when the sensing beam is established (Light condition) or be ON when the beam is broken (Dark condition). If the Alignment indicator LED stays ON for both sensing conditions, consider the following tips for each sensing mode. 

## **Opposed Mode Alignment** 

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“Flooding” occurs when a portion of the sensing beam passes around the object to be sensed. “Burn-through” occurs when a portion of the emitter’s light energy passes through a thin or translucent object, and is sensed by the receiver. 

To correct either problem, do one or more of the following to reduce the light energy: 

- Reduce the Gain adjustment on the receiver. 

- Add an aperture to one or both lenses. (MINI-BEAM apertures, available from Banner, fit neatly inside the lens assembly.) 

- Intentionally misalign the emitter and receiver. 

## Note: 

- Light condition: sensor output is ON when there is no object in beam 

- Dark condition: sensor output is ON when there is an object in beam 

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## **Diffuse Mode Alignment** 

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If the Alignment LED does not go OFF when the object is removed from the beam, the sensor is probably detecting light reflected from some background object. To remedy this problem: 

- Reduce the reflectivity of the background by painting the surface(s) flat-black, scuffing any shiny surface, or drilling a large hole, directly opposite the diffuse sensor. 

- Move the sensor closer to the object to be detected and reduce the Gain adjustment. Rule of thumb for diffuse sensing: The distance to the nearest background object should be at least three times the sensing distance. 

Note: 

- Light condition: sensor output is ON when there is no object in beam 

- Dark condition: sensor output is ON when there is an object in beam 

## **Retroreflective Mode Alignment** 

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A highly reflective object may reflect enough light back to a retroreflective sensor to allow that object to slip through the beam, without being detected. This problem is called “proxing,” and the following methods may be used to correct it: 

- Position the sensor and retro target so the beam will not strike a shiny surface perpendicular to the sensor lens. 

- Reduce the Gain adjustment. 

- Add a polarizing filter (for model SM312LV). 

Note: 

- Light condition: sensor output is ON when there is no object in beam 

- Dark condition: sensor output is ON when there is an object in beam 

## **Convergent Mode Alignment** 

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The sensing energy of a convergent mode sensor is concentrated at the specified focus point. Convergent mode sensors are less sensitive to background reflections, compared with diffuse mode sensors. However, if background reflections are a problem: 

- Skew the sensor position at a 10° to 25° angle to eliminate direct reflections from shiny background surfaces. 

- Reduce the reflectivity of the background by painting the surface(s) flat-black, scuffing any shiny surface, or drilling a large hole, directly opposite the sensor. 

- Reduce the Gain adjustment. 

## Note: 

- Light condition: sensor output is ON when there is no object in beam 

- Dark condition: sensor output is ON when there is an object in beam 

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## **Glass Fiber Installation** 

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1. Install the O-ring (supplied with the fiber) on each fiber end, as shown in the drawing. 

2. While pressing the fiber ends firmly into the ports on the sensor front, slide the U-shaped retaining clip (supplied with the sensor) into the slot in the sensor’s barrel, until it snaps into place. 

## **Plastic Fiber Installation** 

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1. With supplied fiber cutter, make a clean cut at control ends of fibers. 

2. Unlock the fiber gripper as shown below. Apply appropriate fiber adaptors prior to fiber insertion, if needed. 

3. Gently insert the prepared fiber ends into the ports, as far as they will go. 

4. Slide the fiber gripper back to lock, as shown below. 

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## **Specifications** 

## **Supply Voltage and Current** 

10 to 30V dc (10% maximum ripple) at less than 25 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** 

150 mA maximum each output at 25° C, derated to 100 mA at 70° C (derate ≈ 1 mA per ° C) OFF State Leakage Current: less than 1 microamp Output Saturation Voltage (PNP Output): less than 1 volt at 10 mA, less than 2 volts at 150 mA 

Output Saturation Voltage (NPN Output): less than 200 millivolts at 10 mA, less than 1 volt at 150 mA 

## **Output Protection Circuitry** 

Protected against false pulse on power-up and continuous overload or short-circuit of outputs 

## **Output Response Time** 

Sensors will respond to either a “light” or “dark” signal of 1 millisecond or longer duration, 500 Hz maximum. Modification for 0.3 millisecond response is available (MHS-suffix models; these models also feature reduced sensitivity range and reduced repeatability.) NOTE: Outputs are non-conducting during 100 millisecond delay on power-up. 

## **Repeatability** 

Opposed: 0.14 milliseconds 

Non-Polarized and Polarized Retro, Diffuse, Convergent, Glass Fiber Optic, and Plastic Fiber Optic: 0.3 milliseconds 

Response time and repeatability specifications are independent of signal strength. 

## **Adjustments** 

Light/Dark Operate Select switch 

15-turn slotted brass screw Gain (sensitivity) adjustment potentiometer (clutched at both ends of travel) 

Located on the rear panel, protected by a gasketed, clear acrylic cover. 

## **Indicators** 

Patented alignment Indicator Device system (AID™, US patent #4356393) lights a rear-panel-mounted LED indicator when the sensor sees light. Its pulse rate is proportional to the light signal strength (the stronger the signal, the faster the pulse rate). 

## **Construction** 

Reinforced thermoplastic polyester housing, totally encapsulated, o-ring sealing, acrylic lenses, stainless steel screws 

## **Environmental Rating** 

Meets NEMA standards 1, 2, 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, 12, and 13; IEC IP67. 

## **Connections** 

PVC-jacketed 4-conductor 2 m (6.5') or 9 m (30') cables, or 4-pin Eurostyle QD fitting; QD cables available separately 

## **Operating Conditions** 

Temperature: –20° to +70°C (–4° to +158°F) Maximum relative humidity: 90% at 50°C (non-condensing) 

## **Application Note** 

The NPN (current sinking) output of dc MINI-BEAM sensors is directly compatible as an input to Banner logic modules, including all non-amplified MAXI-AMP and MICRO-AMP modules. MINI-BEAMs are TTL compatible. 

**Certifications** ce@ w 

## **WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection** 

**Never use this product as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to serious injury or death.** This product does NOT include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an energized or de-energized sensor output condition. 

## **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. 



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