# DISTANCE SENSORS ![Product image](https://novapart.co/image/farnell:4811253/) **URL**: https://novapart.co/products/SM912DQDH/distance-sensors **SKU**: SM912DQDH **Manufacturer**: BANNER ENGINEERING **Price**: €264.2500 **Stock**: 10+ **Lead Time**: 73 days (indicative) ## Specifications | Parameter | Value | |---|---| | Svhc | No SVHC (15-Jan-2018) | ## Datasheet 📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4811253/) SM912 Series VALU-BEAM Sensor ## Features ## AC- and DC-powered sensors with solid-state outputs To view or download the latest technical information about this product, including specifications, dimensions, accessories, and wiring, go to www.bannerengineering.com. - Choose models for 10 to 30 V DC or 24 to 250 V AC operation - • DC models have bipolar solid-state outputs: one NPN (sinking) and one PNP (sourcing) - • AC models have an SPST solid-state output rated for up to 3/4 amp with simple 2-wire connection - • All models have a rear panel sensitivity adjustment and light/dark operate switch • DC models include Banner’s Alignment Indicating Device (AID™) system • Choose models with integral 2 m (6.5 ft) cable or Mini-style QD (quick-disconnect) connector; 9 m (30 ft) cables are also available - 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) PVC cable model, add the suffix "W/30" to the cabled model number. For example, SMA91E W/30 . A model with a QD connector requires a mating cable; see "Quick-Disconnect Cables" on page 10. ## SMx91x Opposed Mode Emitter (E) and Receiver (R) Models Infrared, 880 nm |Models|Range|Connection|Supply Voltage|Output Type| |---|---|---|---|---| |SMA91E
60 m (200 ft)
SMA91EQD
SM91R
SM91RQD
SM2A91R
SM2A91RQD|60 m (200 ft)|2 m (6.5 ft) cable|10 to 250 V AC/DC|-| |||3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect||| |||2 m (6.5 ft) cable|10 to 30 V DC|Bipolar NPN/PNP| |||4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect||| |||2 m (6.5 ft) cable|24 to 250 V AC|SPST SCR Solid-state 2-wire| |||3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect||| |SMA91ESR
3 m (10 ft)
SMA91ESRQD
SM91RSR
SM91RSRQD
SM2A91RSR
SM2A91RSRQD|3 m (10 ft)|2 m (6.5 ft) cable|10 to 250 V AC/DC|-| |||3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect||| |||2 m (6.5 ft) cable|10 to 30 V DC|Bipolar NPN/PNP| |||4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect||| |||2 m (6.5 ft) cable|24 to 250 V AC|SPST SCR Solid-state 2-wire| |||3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect||| Original Instructions 08-Jul-25 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com p/n: 03467 Rev. I SM912 Series VALU-BEAM Sensor ## SMx912 Retroreflective Mode Models ## Visible red, 650 nm Retroreflective range is specified using one model BRT-3 retroreflector (3-inch diameter). Actual sensing range may be more or less than specified, depending upon the efficiency and reflective area of the retroreflector used. **==> picture [56 x 34] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [22 x 6] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
RETRO
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Non-polarized retroreflective models
Models Range Connection Supply Voltage Output Type
SM912LV 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
10 to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
SM912LVQD 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
0.15 to 9 m (6 in to 30 ft)
SM2A912LV 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
24 to 250 V AC SPST SCR Solid-state 2-Wire
SM2A912LVQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
P
POLAR RETRO
Polarized retroreflective models
Models [(1)] Range Connection Supply Voltage Output Type
SM912LVAG 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
10 to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
SM912LVAGQD 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
0.3 to 4.5 m (1 ft to 15 ft)
SM2A912LVAG 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
24 to 250 V AC SPST SCR Solid-state 2-Wire
SM2A912LVAGQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
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## SMx912 Diffuse Mode Models Infrared, 880 nm **==> picture [56 x 34] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [26 x 5] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
DIFFUSE
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Models Range Connection Supply Voltage Output Type
SM912D 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
10 to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
SM912DQD 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
760 mm (30 in)
SM2A912D 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
24 to 250 V AC SPST SCR Solid-state 2-Wire
SM2A912DQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
SM912DSR 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
10 to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
SM912DSRQD 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
380 mm (15 in)
SM2A912DSR 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
24 to 250 V AC SPST SCR Solid-state 2-Wire
SM2A912DSRQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
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## SMx912x Convergent Mode Models Visible red or infrared **==> picture [57 x 34] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [43 x 6] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
CONVERGENT
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> (1) Use polarized models when shiny objects will be sensed. page 2 of 12 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 08-Jul-25 SM912 Series VALU-BEAM Sensor ## Visible red models **==> picture [500 x 145] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Models (Visible Red, 650 Range Cable* Supply Voltage Output Type
nm)
SM912CV 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
10 to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
SM912CVQD 38 mm (1.5 in) 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
Spot Size at Focus: 1.5 mm
SM2A912CV (0.06 in) 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
24 to 250 V AC SPST SCR Solid-state 2-Wire
SM2A912CVQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
CONVERGENT
Infrared models
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Models (Infrared, 880 nm) Range Cable* Supply Voltage Output Type
SM912C 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
10 to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
SM912CQD 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
38 mm (1.5 in)
SM2A912C 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
24 to 250 V AC SPST SCR Solid-state 2-Wire
SM2A912CQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick Disconnect
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## SMx91x Glass Fiber Optic Individual Emitter or Receiver Models Infrared, 880 nm . Use where the separation between emitting and receiving fibers is more than a few feet, or where it is inconvenient to run both fibers from a single sensor. Watertight o-ring-sealed sensor/fiber interface. GLASS FIBER TWO SENSORS **==> picture [500 x 123] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Models Range Connection Supply Voltage Output Type
SMA91EF 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
10 to 250 V AC/DC –
SMA91EFQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick
Disconnect
SM91RF 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
SM91RFQD Range varies with the fiber used 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick 10 to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
Disconnect
SM2A91RF 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
24 to 250 V AC SPST SCR Solid-state 2-Wire
SM2A91RFQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick
Disconnect
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## SMx912x Glass Fiber Optic Models Infrared, 880 nm . Watertight o-ring-sealed sensor/fiber interface. **==> picture [57 x 35] intentionally omitted <==** **==> picture [41 x 6] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
GLASS FIBER
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Models Range Connection Supply Voltage Output Type
SM912F 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
10 to 30 V DC Bipolar NPN/PNP
SM912FQD 4-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick
Disconnect
Range varies with sensing
SM2A912F mode and fiber optics used 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
24 to 250 V AC SPST SCR Solid-state 2-Wire
SM2A912FQD 3-pin 7/8 in-16UNF Quick
Disconnect
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1 = Black
Emitters - Cabled Emitters - QD (3-Pin 7/8 in-16UNF ) 3-Pin 7/8 in-16UNF Pinout
2 = Brown
1
bn (1) + bn + 3 = Blue
bu 10-250 V AC/DC–
bu (3) 10–250 V AC/DC– bk 3 2
a
1 = Brown
Other DC Models - Cabled Other DC Models - QD (4-Pin 7/8 in-16UNF ) 4-Pin 7/8 in-16UNF Pinout
2 = White
bn (1) + 2 4
10-30 V DC 3 = Blue
bu (3) –
wh (2) Load 1 3 4 = Black
aEs bk (4) Load 8
AC Wiring Diagrams
Emitters - Cabled Emitters - QD (3-Pin 7/8 in-16UNF ) 3-Pin 7/8 in-16UNF Pinout
1
bn (1) + bn +
bu 10-250 V AC/DC–
bu (3) 10–250 V AC/DC– bk 3 2
f=
1 = Black
Other AC Models - Cabled Other AC Models - QD (3-Pin 7/8 in-16UNF )
2 = Brown
bn bn + 3 = Blue
bu 24-250 V AC bu Load 24-250 V Ac–
Load bk
Fe =
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## Specifications ## FCC Part 15 Class A for Unintentional Radiators This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. (Part 15.21) Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ## Industry Canada ICES-003(A) This device complies with CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cet appareil est conforme à la norme NMB-3(A). Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) ce dispositif ne peut pas occasionner d'interférences, et (2) il doit tolérer toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité du dispositif. page 4 of 12 © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com 08-Jul-25 SM912 Series VALU-BEAM Sensor ## DC Models Specifications Supply Voltage and Current 10 to 30 V dc at 20 mA maximum, exclusive of load; except for SMA91E, ESR and EF emitters, which operate from 10 to 250 V ac or dc, 10 mA max. 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 ## Construction Reinforced thermoplastic polyester housing, totally encapsulated, molded acrylic lenses and stainless steel hardware Output Response Time Receivers only: 8 milliseconds ON and 4 milliseconds OFF, independent of signal strength. All other models: 4 milliseconds ON/OFF NOTE: 100 millisecond delay on powerup; outputs do not conduct during this delay. ## Repeatability ## Connections PVC-jacketed 2 m (6.5 ft) or 9 m (30 ft) cables or 4-pin Ministyle quick-disconnect (QD) fitting available. NOTE: Opposed-mode emitters use 3- pin Mini-style QD fitting. See "QuickDisconnect Cables" on page 10. ## Operating Conditions Temperature: –20 °C to +70 °C (–4 °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 Turck Banner LTD Blenheim House Blenheim Court Wickford, Essex SS11 8YT GREAT BRITAIN ## Required Overcurrent Protection Opposed and Glass Fiber Optic Emitter-Receiver pairs: 1.0 millisecond Retro, Diffuse, Convergent and Glass Fiber Optic Models: 1.3 milliseconds Adjustments Light/Dark Operate select switch and Sensitivity control potentiometer, both located at rear of sensor ## Output Rating 250 mA continuous, each output Off-state leakage current: less than 10 microamps Output saturation voltage: (PNP output) less than 1 volt at 10 mA and less than 2 volts at 250 mA Output saturation voltage: (NPN output) less than 200 millivolts at 10 mA and less than 1 volt at 250 mA ## Indicators Alignment Indicating Device (AID™) lights a top-mounted red LED indicator whenever the sensor sees a “light” condition; its pulse rate is proportional to the light signal strength (the stronger the signal, the faster the pulse rate). Model SMA91E and SM91ESR emitters: visible-red “tracer beam” indicates “Power ON” and enables line-of-sight alignment. 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|Required Overcurrent
Protection (A)
5.0|Supply
Wiring
(AWG)
26|Required Overcurrent
Protection (A)
1.0|Required Overcurrent
Protection (A)
1.0| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |22|3.0||28|0.8|| |24|1.0||30|0.5|| Environmental Rating IP66 ## AC Models Specifications ## Supply Voltage and Current ## 24 to 250 V ac (50/60 Hz); except for SMA91E, ESR and EF emitters, which operate from 10 to 250 V ac or dc ## Supply Protection Circuitry ## Protected against transient voltages ## Output Configuration SPST SCR solid-state relay with either normally closed or normally open contact (light/dark operate selectable); 2-wire hookup ## Construction Reinforced thermoplastic polyester housing, totally encapsulated, molded acrylic lenses and stainless steel hardware ## Output Rating Minimum load current 10 mA, max. steady-state load capability 750 mA to 50 °C ambient (122 °F), 500 mA to 70 °C ambient (158 °F) Inrush capability: 4 amps for 1 second (non-repetitive) Off-state leakage: current less than 1.7 mA rms On-state voltage drop: ≤ 5 volts rms at 750 mA load, ≤ 10 volts rms at 15 mA load © Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 5 of 12 08-Jul-25 SM912 Series VALU-BEAM Sensor ## Output Response Time Receivers only: 8 milliseconds ON and 4 milliseconds OFF, independent of signal strength. All other models: 4 milliseconds ON/OFF OFF time does not include load response of up to 1/2 ac cycle (8.3 milliseconds). Response time specification of the load should be considered when total response time is important. NOTE: 300 millisecond delay on powerup; outputs do not conduct during this delay. ## Repeatability Opposed and Glass Fiber Optic Emitter-Receiver pairs: 1.0 millisecond ## Connections PVC-jacketed 2 m (6.5 ft) or 9 m (30 ft) cables or 3-pin Ministyle (QD) fitting available. See "Quick-Disconnect Cables" on page 10. ## Operating Conditions Temperature: –20 °C to +70 °C (–4 °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 Turck Banner LTD Blenheim House Blenheim Court Wickford, Essex SS11 8YT GREAT BRITAIN Retro, Diffuse, Convergent and Glass Fiber Optic Models: 2.6 milliseconds ## Adjustments Light/Dark Operate select switch and Sensitivity control potentiometer, both located at rear of sensor ## Indicators Top-mounted red LED indicator lights when output is conducting. Model SMA91E and SM91ESR emitters: visible-red “tracer beam” indicates “Power ON” and enables line-of-sight alignment. ## Output Protection Circuitry Protected against false pulse on power-up Application Notes 1. 912 Series ac sensors can be destroyed from overload conditions. 2. Use on low voltage requires careful analysis of the load to determine if the leakage current or on-state voltage of the sensor will interfere with proper operation of the load. 3. The false-pulse protection feature may cause momentary drop-out of the load when the sensor is wired in series or parallel with mechanical switch contacts. 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|Required Overcurrent
Protection (A)
5.0|Supply
Wiring
(AWG)
26|Required Overcurrent
Protection (A)
1.0|Required Overcurrent
Protection (A)
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Cabled Models QD Models
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Cabled Models QD Models Rear View
LED Indicator NOTE: Control potentiometers are
Light/Dark Operate Select behind cover screws; remove
36.6 mm 35.6 mm (L.O. = CW, D.O. = CCW) screws to access controls
(1.44") aN LR (1.40") S
Sensitivity Control
@ T Lens Centerline (Turn CW to Increase)
50.8 mm
(2.00") (1.54") (0.70")
4.5 mm
| 6CA , | eoio,€, (#10) Screw Clearance (2) ~~| qa ‘AEl"
- o> > Is j
12.7 mm Op awa M30 x 1.5 Thread Ye! 5.6 mm
(0.50") 26.7 mm Hex Nut Supplied (0.22")
Sela (1.05") niesZZ, waWS LZ
1/2" - 14 NPSM Internal ThreadM30 x 1.5 External Thread Quick-disconnect7/8 in-16UNF 25.4 mm(1.00")
Hex Nut Supplied
Convergent Sensing Mode Glass Fiber Optic
(model suffix LVAG, C and CV) (model suffix F, EF and RF)
aa 39.6 mm(1.56") co 42.2 mm
(1.66")
Fiber Port Centerline
1“ Key Ne
Ge
A G
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SZ SZ
U U
Excess Gain
1000 1000
[oy TT ATT) a
100 100
ETN CONC PETE
Opposed Mode gwagie /swoir tit eee enNTOCaenCT cre
Emitter and 10 10
Receiver Models Opposed Mode
|EHH AE F SM A91ESR/SM2A91ABTESR/ SWST RSR ,_\ | NTH|[TTI
1 Lu TTI 1 pt Opposed Mode TTI NTTIII
0.1m 1.0m 10m 100 m 0.01m 0.10m 1.0m 10m
0.33" 3.3' 33' 330' 0.033" 0.33' 3.3' 33"
DISTANCE DISTANCE
1000 1000
Retroreflective Mode Retroreflective Mode
100 Se ae a 100 aE eee
With BRT-3 Reflector
With BRT-3 Reflector
Retroreflective A eset een ee
Mode Models 10 10
a | AN
1 ETT 1 LA TTT
0.01m 0.10m 1.0m 10m 0.01 m 0.10m 1.0m 10m
0.033" 0.33' 3.3' 33" 0.033" 0.33' 3.3 33!
DISTANCE DISTANCE
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EXCESS GAIN EXCESS GAIN
EXCESS GAIN EXCESS GAIN
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1000 1000
Diffuse Mode Diffuse Mode
100 100
Diffuse Mode
Models 10 10
1 1
DISTANCE DISTANCE
Visible Red 650 nm Infrared 880 nm
1000 1000
Convergent Mode
100 Convergent Mode 100
Convergent Mode
Models 10 10
1 1
DISTANCE DISTANCE
1000
Opposed Mode
100
Glass Fiber Optic
Individual Emitter or 10
Receiver Models
1
DISTANCE
1000 1000
Opposed Mode Diffuse Mode
100 100
IT23S Fibers
Glass Fiber Optic BT23S Fiber
Models 10 IT13S Fibers 10
BT13S Fiber
1 1
DISTANCE DISTANCE
EXCESS GAIN EXCESS GAIN
EXCESS GAIN EXCESS GAIN
EXCESS GAIN
EXCESS GAIN EXCESS GAIN
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1500 mm 91E / 91R 60" 300 mm 91ESR / 91RSR 12"
Opposed Mode Opposed Mode
1000 mm 40" 200 mm 8"
500 mm 20" 100 mm 4"
Opposed Mode 0 0 0 0
Emitter and 500 mm 20" 100 mm 4"
Receiver Models 1000 mm 40" 200 mm 8"
1500 mm 60" 300 mm 12"
0 15 m 30 m 45 m 60 m 75 m 0 .6 m 1.2 m 1.8 m 2.4 m 3.0 m
50' 100' 150' 200' 250' 2' 4' 6' 8' 10'
DISTANCE DISTANCE
Non-Polarized Polarized
150 mm 912LV 6.0" 75 mm 912LVAG 3.0"
Retroreflective Mode Retroreflective Mode
100 mm 4.0" 50 mm 2.0"
50 mm 2.0" 25 mm 1.0"
Retroreflective 0 0 0 0
Mode Models 50 mm 2.0" 25 mm With BRT-3 Reflector 1.0"
100 mm With BRT-3 Reflector 4.0" 50 mm 2.0"
150 mm 6.0" 75 mm 3.0"
0 2 m 4 m 6 m 8 m 10 m 0 1 m 2 m 3 m 4 m 5 m
6.6' 13' 20' 26' 33' 3.3' 6.6' 10' 13' 16'
DISTANCE DISTANCE
18 mm 912DDiffuse Mode 0.75" 18 mm 912DSRDiffuse Mode 0.75"
12 mm 0.50" 12 mm 0.50"
6 mm 0.25" 6 mm 0.25"
0 0 0 0
Diffuse Mode 6 mm 0.25" 6 mm 0.25"
Models
12 mm 0.50" 12 mm 0.50"
18 mm 0.75" 18 mm 0.75"
0 150 mm 300 mm 450 mm 600 mm 750 mm 0 75 mm 150 mm 225 mm 300 mm 375 mm
6" 12" 18" 24" 30" 3" 6" 9" 12" 15"
DISTANCE DISTANCE
Visible Red 650 nm Infrared 880 nm
2.4 mm 912CV 0.09" 2.4 mm SM912C, SM2A912C 0.09"
Convergent Mode Convergent Mode
1.6 mm 0.06" 1.6 mm 0.06"
0.8 mm 0.03" 0.8 mm 0.03"
Convergent Mode 0 0 0 0
Models 0.8 mm 0.03" 0.8 mm 0.03"
1.6 mm 0.06" 1.6 mm 0.06"
2.4 mm 0.09" 2.4 mm 0.09"
0 12.5 mm 25 mm 37.5 mm 50 mm 62.5 mm 0
0.5" 1.0" 1.5" 2.0" 2.5"
DISTANCE DISTANCE
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300 mm 91EF & 91RF 12"
Opposed Mode
200 mm 8"
100 mm 4"
IT23S Fibers
Glass Fiber Optic 0 With L9 lenses 0
Individual Emitter or 100 mm IT23S Fibers 4"
With L16F lenses
Receiver Models 200 mm 8"
300 mm 12"
0 2.4 m 4.8 m 7.2 m 9.6 m 12 m
8' 16' 24' 32' 40'
DISTANCE
912F
Diffuse Mode
912F
75 mm 3" 1.9 mm 0.08"
Opposed Mode
50 mm 2" 1.3 mm 0.05"
25 mm 1" 0.7 mm 0.03"
0 IT13S IT23S 0 0 BT13S BT23S 0
Glass Fiber Optic 25 mm 1" 0.7 mm 0.03"
Models
50 mm 2" 1.3 mm 0.05"
75 mm 3" 1.9 mm 0.08"
0 100 mm 200 mm 300 mm 400 mm 500 mm 0 7.5 mm 15 mm 22.5 mm 30 mm 37.5 mm
4" 8" 12" 16" 20" 0.3" 0.6" 0.9" 1.2" 1.5"
DISTANCE DISTANCE
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## Accessories ## Quick-Disconnect Cables **==> picture [500 x 325] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
3-pin Single-Ended 7/8-in Female Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MBCC-306 1.83 m (6 ft)
4
MBCC-312 3.66 m (12 ft) 52 Typ. 7/8-16UN-2B
Straight 3 1
ø 25.5
MBCC-330 9.14 m (30 ft) 1 = Brown
3 = Blue
4 = Black
4-Pin Single-Ended 7/8-in Female Cordsets
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MBCC-406 1.83 m (6 ft) 2 4
52 Typ. 7/8-16UN-2B
MBCC-412 3.66 m (12 ft)
1 3
Straight
ø 25.5
MBCC-430 9.14 m (30 ft) 1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
Cabling Accessories
Model Description
AC-6 2 m (6.5 ft) armored cable jacket I.D. 5/16-in; O.D. 7/16-in
PVC-6 2 m (6.5 ft) flexible PVC tubing (not for QD models) I.D. 1/4-in; O.D. 3/8-in
RF1-2NPS Compression fitting for attaching armored cable or PVC tubing –
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Model Description
• Flexible black nylon cable protector
• Includes a neoprene gland that compresses around the VALU-BEAM cable to provide an
HF1-2NPS additional seal against moisture
• Resistant to gasoline, alcohol, oil, grease, solvents and weak acids
• Working temperature range of –30 °C to +100 °C (–22 °F to +212 °F)
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## Extension Cables (without connectors) The following cables are available for extending the length of the existing sensor cable. These are 30 m (100 ft) lengths of VALU-BEAM cable. This cable may be spliced to an existing cable. Connectors, if used, must be customer-supplied. **==> picture [370 x 33] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Model Type Used With:
EC312-100 4-conductor SM912 Series DC sensors
EC312A-100 2-conductor For all emitters and SM2A912 Series AC sensors
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## Retroreflective Targets Banner offers a wide selection of high-quality retroreflective targets. See www.bannerengineering.com for complete information. NOTE: Polarized sensors require corner cube-type retroreflective targets. Non-polarized sensors may use any retroreflective target. ## Replacement Lens Assemblies VALU-BEAM lens assemblies are field-replaceable. In addition, some lenses may be used to convert from one sensing mode to another, or to change the sensing range of a particular sensor. The possible conversions are listed in the table below. **==> picture [450 x 106] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
|||| |---|---|---| |Models|Description|Possible Sensing Mode or Range Changes| |UC-900AG|Replacement lens for LVAG|Change LV to LVAG| |UC-900C|Replacement lens for C and CV|Change LV to CV| |UC-900DSR|Replacement lens for DSR, ESR, and RSR|Change D or F to DSR, EF to ESR, and RF to RSR| |UC-900F|Replacement lens for F|Change D to F and DSR to F| |UC-900FP|Replacement lens for FP|–| |UC-900L|Replacement lens for E, R, LV, and D|Change LVAG to LV, CV to LV, DSR to D, and F to D| |UC-900J|Attach to E, R, ESR, RSR, LV, and D models|Flat polycarbonate dust cover| **----- End of picture text -----**
© Banner Engineering Corp. All rights reserved. www.bannerengineering.com page 11 of 12 08-Jul-25 SM912 Series VALU-BEAM Sensor ## Mounting Brackets ## SMB30C - 30 mm split clamp, black PBT bracket - • Stainless steel mounting hardware included • Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor - Hole center spacing: A=ø 45 Hole size: B=ø 27.2 **==> picture [62 x 69] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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## SMB30SC - Swivel bracket with 30 mm mounting hole for sensor - • Black reinforced thermoplastic polyester • Stainless steel mounting and swivel locking hardware included - Hole center spacing: A=ø 50.8 Hole size: A=ø 7.0, B=ø 30.0 **==> picture [64 x 66] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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## SMB30MM - 12-gauge stainless steel bracket with curved mounting slots for versatile orientation - • Clearance for M6 (¼ in) hardware • Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor Hole center spacing: A = 51, A to B = 25.4 Hole size: A = 42.6 × 7, B = ø 6.4, C = ø 30.1 **==> picture [90 x 69] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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