# PHOTOELECTRIC SENSOR, RELAY

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/SMW915LV%20W/30./photoelectric-sensor-relay
**SKU**: SMW915LV W/30.
**Manufacturer**: BANNER ENGINEERING
**Price**: €299.2100
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 92 days (indicative)

## Description

Product Range:VALU-BEAM Series; Output Current:5A; Sensor Output Type:Relay 35K0566

## Specifications

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## Datasheet

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## VALU-BEAM 915 Series Sensors 

## Datasheet 

With Electromechanical Relay Output 

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- Models available for: 

   - 12 V ac/dc to 28 V ac/dc 

   - 90 V ac to 130 V ac 

   - 210 V ac to 250 V ac 

- SPDT electromechanical relay output is rated for up to 5 amps switching capacity 

- Rear panel sensitivity adjustment; top-mounted alignment indicator 

- Visible red beam on most models, simplifies alignment 

- • Choose models with integral 2 m (6.5 ft) cable or mini-style 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 deenergized (off) output condition. 

## Models 

## Opposed Mode Emitter (E) and Receiver (R) 

Opposed Mode sensors have higher excess gain than other models, and should be used whenever possible. The visible red tracer beam simplifies sensor alignment. 

|Models|Cable<br>1|Supply Voltage|Sensing Beam|Range|Output Type|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|SMA91E<br>SMW95R|2 m (6.5 ft)|Emitter:10 V ac/dc to 250 V ac/dc<br>Receiver:12 V ac/dc to 28 V ac/dc|Infrared, 880 nm|60 m (200 ft)|SPDT E/m Relay|
|SMA91EQD<br>3-Pi|n mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMW95RQD<br>5-Pi|n mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMA91E<br>SMA95R|2 m (6.5 ft)|Emitter:10 V ac/dc to 250 V ac/dc<br>Receiver:90 V ac to 130 V ac||||
|SMA91EQD<br>3-Pi|n mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMA95RQD<br>5-Pi|n mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMA91E<br>SMB95R|2 m (6.5 ft)|Emitter:10 V ac/dc to 250 V ac/dc<br>Receiver:210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
|SMA91EQD<br>3-Pi|n mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMB95RQD<br>5-Pi|n Mini quick disconnect|||||



ESR and RSR models' small effective beam size enables them to reliably detect relatively small objects. Their wide beam angle allows forgiving alignment within 10 ft range. 

|Models|Cable<br>1|Supply Voltage|Sensing Beam|Range|Output Type|
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|SMA91ESR<br>SMW95RSR|2 m (6.5 ft)|Emitter:10 V ac/dc to 250 V ac/dc<br>Receiver:12 V dc to 28 V dc|Infrared, 880 nm|3 m (10 ft)|SPDT E/m Relay|
|SMA91ESRQD<br>3-Pi|n mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMW95RSRQD<br>5-Pi|n mini quick disconnect|||||



- 1 To order the 9 m (30 ft) PVC cable model, replace the suffix "Q" with "W/30" in the model number. For example, SMA91E W/30. Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset. See Quick Disconnect Cables on p. 9 for more information. 

Original Document 03453 Rev. G 

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|Models|Cable<br>1|Supply Voltage|Sensing Beam|Range|Output Type|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|SMA91ESR|2 m (6.5 ft)|Emitter:10 V ac/dc to 250 V ac/dc<br>Receiver:90 V ac to 130 V ac||||
|SMA95RSR||||||
|SMA91ESRQD|3-Pin mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMA95RSRQD|5-Pin mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMA91ESR|2 m (6.5 ft)|Emitter:10 V ac/dc to 250 V ac/dc<br>Receiver:210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
|SMB95RSR||||||
|SMA91ESRQD|3-Pin mini quick disconnect|||||
|SMB95RSRQD|5-Pin mini quick disconnect|||||



## Retroreflective Mode 

Retroreflective mode sensors are an alternative when opposed mode sensing is not possible. A visible red beam reduces the potential for false signals from reflective objects (proxing) and simplifies alignment. AG (anti-glare) models polarize the emitted light and filter out unwanted reflections. 

|Models|Cable<br>2|Supply Voltage|Range<br>3|Sensing Beam|Output Type|
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|SMW915LV<br>SMW915LVQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|12 V ac/dc to 28 V ac/dc|0.15 m to 9 m (6 in to 30 ft)|Visible red, 650 nm|SPDT E/m Relay|
||5-Pin Mini Quick-Disconnect|||||
|SMA915LV<br>SMA915LVQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|90 V ac to 130 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick-Disconnect|||||
|SMB915LV<br>SMB915LVQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick-Disconnect|||||
||Polarized|||||
|SMW915LVAG<br>SMW915LVAGQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|12 V ac/dc to 28 V ac/dc|0.3 m to 4.5 m (1 ft to 15 ft)|Visible red, 650 nm|SPDT E/m Relay|
||5-Pin Mini Quick-Disconnect|||||
|SMA915LVAG<br>SMA915LVAGQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|90 V ac to 130 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick-Disconnect|||||
|SMB915LVAG<br>SMB915LVAGQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick-Disconnect|||||



## Diffuse Mode 

Diffuse mode sensors detect the reflection of their own light from the object being sensed, and so require no special reflectors. They are ideal for applications where the reflectivity and profile of the object are sufficient to return a large portion of the emitted light back to the sensor. Choose DSR models for best response to objects at close range. 

|Models|Cable<br>4|Supply Voltage|Sensing Beam|Range|Output Type|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|SMW915D<br>SMW915DQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|12 V ac/dc to 28 V ac/dc|Infrared, 880|760 mm (30 in)|SPDT E/m Relay|
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMA915D<br>SMA915DQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|90 V dc to 130 V dc||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMB915D<br>SMB915DQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMW915DSR<br>SMW915DSRQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|12 V ac/dc to 28 V ac/dc||380 mm (15 in)||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMA915DSR<br>SMA915DSRQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|90 V ac to 130 V dc||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||



- 2 To order the 9 m (30 ft) PVC cable model, replace the suffix "Q" with "W/30" in the model number. For example, SMW915LV W/30. Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset. See Quick Disconnect Cables on p. 9 for more information. 

> 3 Retroreflective range is specified using one model BRT-3 retroreflector (3 in diameter). Actual sensing range may be more or less than specified, depending upon the efficiency and reflective area of the retroreflector(s) in use. See www.bannerengineering.com for more information. 

> 4 To order the 9 m (30 ft) PVC cable model, replace the suffix "Q" with "W/30" in the model number. For example, SMW915D W/30. Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset. See Quick Disconnect Cables on p. 9 for more information. 

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|Models|Cable<br>4|Supply Voltage|Sensing Beam|Range|Output Type|
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|SMB915DSR<br>SMB915DSRQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||



## Convergent Mode 

Due to their narrow depth of field, convergent mode sensors excel at detecting small objects only a fraction of an inch in front of their backgrounds. The precise 1.5 mm (0.06 in) diameter sensing spot focuses 38.1 mm (1.5 in) in front of the sensor lens. The visible red beam simplifies alignment. 

|Models|Cable<br>5|Supply Voltage|Sensing Beam|Focus|Output Type|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|SMW915CV<br>SMW915CVQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|12 V ac/dc to 28 V<br>ac/dc|Visible red, 650 nm|38 mm (1.5 in)<br>Spot Size at Focus:1.5 mm<br>(0.06 in)|SPDT E/m relay|
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMA915CV<br>SMA915CVQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|90 V ac to 130 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMB915CV<br>SMB915CVQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||



## Glass Fiber Optic Sensors 

Glass fiber optic sensors can be used where sensing must be accomplished in tight, inaccessible, or volatile areas. The sensors can withstand vibration and shock, and are immune to electrical noise. Glass fibers withstand high temperatures, extreme moisture, and corrosive materials. Not recommended for applications requiring bending or repeated flexing of fibers. 

|Models|Cable<br>6|Supply Voltage|Sensing Beam|Range|Output Type|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|SMW915F<br>SMW915FQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|12 V ac/dc to 28 V ac/dc|Infrared, 880 nm|Range varies by sensing mode<br>and fber used|SPDT E/m Relay|
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMA915F<br>SMA915FQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|90 V ac to 30 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMB915F<br>SMB915FQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||



## Plastic Fiber Optic Sensors 

Plastic fiber optic sensors are compatible with more Banner plastic fiber optic assemblies. Excellent option for sensing in tight, inaccessible or volatile areas. It can withstand vibration and shock, and are immune to electrical noise. The sensor functions well at temperatures between -30 °C and +70 °C (-20 °F and +158 °F), and withstands repeated flexing. Most are easy to shorten in the field. Not recommended for severe environments. 

|Models|Cable<br>7|Supply Voltage|Sensing Beam|Range|Output Type|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|SMW915FP<br>SMW915FPQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|12 V ac/dc to 28 V ac/dc|Visible red, 650<br>nm|Range varies by sensing mode<br>and fber used|SPDT E/m Relay|
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMA915FP<br>SMA915FPQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|90 V ac to 130 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||
|SMB915FP<br>SMB915FPQD|2 m (6.5 ft)|210 V ac to 250 V ac||||
||5-Pin Mini Quick Disconnect|||||



> 4 To order the 9 m (30 ft) PVC cable model, replace the suffix "Q" with "W/30" in the model number. For example, SMW915D W/30. Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset. See Quick Disconnect Cables on p. 9 for more information. 

> 5 To order the 9 m (30 ft) PVC cable model, replace the suffix "Q" with "W/30" in the model number. For example, SMW915CV W/30. Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset. See Quick Disconnect Cables on p. 9 for more information. 

> 6 To order the 9 m (30 ft) PVC cable model, replace the suffix "Q" with "W/30" in the model number. For example, SMW915F W/30. Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset. See Quick Disconnect Cables on p. 9 for more information. 

> 7 To order the 9 m (30 ft) PVC cable model, replace the suffix "Q" with "W/30" in the model number. For example, SMW915FP W/30. Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset. See Quick Disconnect Cables on p. 9 for more information. 

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## Overview 

VALU-BEAM[®] 915 Series sensors are rugged, self-contained photoelectric sensors designed for especially demanding industrial applications where economy, performance, and durability are important. They feature SPDT (single-pole, double-throw, form C) electromechanical relay output and operate from a variety of supply voltages. 

Powerful, modulated LED light sources provide a wide sensing range. The sensors are extremely robust; being totally epoxyencapsulated, they are highly resistant to shock, vibration, moisture, and corrosion. 

915 Series sensors may be mounted from either the front or the rear, using the two through-mount holes, or by their threaded base (mounting nut supplied), making them ideal for conveyor and other production line applications. 

The easy-to-see top-mounted red LED indicator simplifies alignment and system monitoring; see Figure 1 on p. 4. It lights whenever the sensor sees its own modulated light source. Turn the Sensitivity control (on the sensor back panel) clockwise to increase gain. 

Light or dark operate is selected by connecting the appropriate output relay contact to the circuit under control; see Wiring Diagrams on p. 4. 

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Figure 1. VALU-BEAM 915 Series sensor features 

## Fiber Optic Models 

Banner offers a complete line of both plastic and glass fiber optic assemblies to fit VALU-BEAM 915 Series fiber optic model sensors. Glass fiber assemblies are recommended for environments with high temperatures, extreme moisture, and corrosive materials; they are not recommended for applications requiring bending or repeated flexing of fibers. Plastic fiber optics are an economical alternative for piping photoelectric sensing light into and out of confined areas where the environmental conditions allow, and they can withstand repeated flexing. Banner plastic fiber optic assemblies are available in several core sizes; the highest excess gain will be obtained with the larger fiber cores. Standard plastic fiber optic assemblies are unterminated on the control (sensor) end. These assemblies are approximately 2 m (6 ft) long and may be used as-is, or may be cut to length as needed, using the supplied fiber cutter. Cutting and installation instructions also are included with the fiber assembly. Both plastic and glass fibers are offered in individual and bifurcated styles. Individual fibers are used in pairs in the opposed sensing mode; one fiber transmits the light to the sensing location, while the other fiber returns the received light to the sensor. Bifurcated plastic fiber assemblies are two-way fibers, having a single sensing end that both emits and receives light and dual control (sensor) ends, which attach separately to the sensor. Fiber optic assemblies are available with a wide variety of sensing end styles. See www.bannerengineering.com for a full selection. 

## Wiring Diagrams 

Quick disconnect wiring diagrams are functionally identical. 

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## Specifications 

## Supply Voltage and Current 

SMW915 Series: 12 V ac/dc to 30 V ac/dc at 50 mA maximum, exclusive of load SMA915 Series: 90 V ac to 130 V ac (50 Hz to 60 Hz) at 20 mA maximum, exclusive of load 

SMB915 Series: 210 V ac to 250 V ac (50 Hz to 60 Hz) at 20 mA maximum, exclusive of load Exceptions: SMA91E and ESR emitters, which operate from 10 V ac to 250 V ac (50 Hz to 60 Hz) or dc (10 mA maximum) 

Supply Protection Circuitry 

Protected against transient voltages 

## Output Confguration 

One internal form C (single-pole double-throw) electromechanical relay 

Output Rating 

Max. switching power (resistive load): 150 W, 600 VA 

Max. switching voltage (resistive load): 250 V ac or 30 V dc (120 V ac max. per UL and CSA) 

Max. switching current (resistive load): 5A 

Min. voltage and current: 1 amp at 5 V dc, 0.1 amp at 24 V dc Peak switching voltage: 750 V ac (transient suppression recommended) Mechanical life of relay: 10,000,000 operations 

Output Protection Circuitry Protected against false pulse on power-up 

Output Response Time 

20 milliseconds ON and OFF; independent of signal strength 

(NOTE: 100 millisecond delay on power-up; relay de-energized during this time) 

## Indicators 

Top-mounted red LED indicator lights whenever the sensor sees light condition 

Models SMA91E and SMA91ESR emitters have visible-red tracer beam which indicates power on and enables easy line-of-sight alignment 

Construction 

Reinforced black thermoplastic polyester housing, totally encapsulated, molded acrylic lenses and stainless steel hardware 

Environmental Rating 

NEMA 1, NEMA 2, NEMA 3, NEMA 3S, NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, NEMA 12, NEMA 13, IEC IP66 

## Connections 

Emitters: 2 m (6.5 ft) unterminated 3-wire PVC-jacketed cable or 9 m (30 ft) unterminated PVC-jacketed cable, or 3-Pin Mini-style quick disconnect fitting available. 

All Other Sensors: 2 m (6.5 ft) unterminated 3-wire PVC-jacketed cable or 9 m (30 ft) unterminated PVC-jacketed cable, or 5-Pin Mini-style quick disconnect fitting available. 

## Operating Conditions 

Temperature: –40 °C to +50 °C (–40 °F to +122 °F) 

90% at +50 °C maximum relative humidity (non-condensing) 

Applications Notes 

Install transient suppressor (MOV) across any output contact which switches an inductive load 

Certifcations 

Adjustments Sensitivity control on rear of sensor allows precise gain setting (turn clockwise to increase gain) 

## Dimensions 

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Figure 5. Glass Fiber Optic Models (model suffix F) 

Figure 7. Rear View, All Models 

Figure 6. Plastic Fiber Optic Models (model suffix FP) 

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## Accessories 

## Quick Disconnect Cables 

|3-Pin Mini-Style Cordsets|3-Pin Mini-Style Cordsets|3-Pin Mini-Style Cordsets|3-Pin Mini-Style Cordsets||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|Model|Length|Style|Di|mensi|ons|Pinout (Female)|
|MBCC-306|1.83 m (6 ft)|Straight|52 T|yp.|7/8-16UN-2B<br>ø 25.5|**1**<br>**3**<br>**4**<br>1 = Brown<br>3 = Blue<br>4 = Black|
|MBCC-312|3.66 m (12 ft)||||||
|MBCC-330|9.14 m (30 ft)||||||



|5-Pin Mini-Style Cordsets—Single Ended|5-Pin Mini-Style Cordsets—Single Ended|5-Pin Mini-Style Cordsets—Single Ended|5-Pin Mini-Style Cordsets—Single Ended||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|Model|Length|Style|Di|mensi|ons|Pinout (Female)|
|MBCC-506|1.83 m (6 ft)|Straight|52 T|yp.|7/8-16UN-2B<br>ø 25.5|**1**<br>**2**<br>**4**<br>**3**<br>**5**<br>1 = Black<br>2 = Blue<br>3 = Yellow<br>4 = Brown<br>5 = White|
|MBCC-512|3.66 m (12 ft)||||||
|MBCC-530|9.14 m (30 ft)||||||



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## Cabling Accessories 

|Model|Description|Description||
|---|---|---|---|
|AC-6|2 m (6.5 ft) armored cable jacket|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)|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||–|
|HF1-2NPS|•|Flexible black nylon cable protector||
||•|Includes a neoprene gland that compresses around the VALU-BEAM cable to||
|||provide an 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)||



## Extension Cables (without connectors) 

|Model<br>~~——~~|Type<br>~~——~~|Used With:<br>~~——~~|
|---|---|---|
|EC312A-100<br>~~——~~|2-conductor<br>~~——~~|For all emitters<br>~~——~~|
|EC915-100<br>~~——~~|5-conductor<br>~~——~~|915 Series sensors other than emitters<br>~~——~~|



|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.<br>Models<br>Description<br>Possible Sensing Mode or Range Changes<br>UC-900AG<br>Replacement lens for LVAG<br>Change LV to LVAG<br>UC-900C<br>Replacement lens for C and CV<br>Change LV to CV<br>UC-900DSR<br>Replacement lens for DSR, ESR, and RSR<br>Change D or F to DSR, EF to ESR, and RF to RSR<br>UC-900F<br>Replacement lens for F<br>Change D to F and DSR to F<br>UC-900FP<br>Replacement lens for FP<br>–<br>UC-900L<br>Replacement lens for E, R, LV, and D<br>Change LVAG to LV, CV to LV, DSR to D, and F to D<br>UC-900J<br>Attach to E, R, ESR, RSR, LV, and D models<br>Flat polycarbonate dust cover<br>~~===~~|
|Retroreflective Tape<br>Model<br>Reflectivity Factor<br>Maximum Temperature<br>Size<br>BRT-THG-3X3-10<br>0.7<br>+60 °C (+140 °F)<br>75 × 75 mm<br>BRT-THG-4X4-5<br>0.7<br>+60 °C (+140 °F)<br>100 × 100 mm<br>BRT-THG-8.5X11-2<br>0.7<br>+60 °C (+140 °F)<br>216 × 280 mm<br>BRT-THG-18X36<br>0.7<br>+60 °C (+140 °F)<br>457 × 914 mm<br>BRT-THG-1-100<br>0.7<br>+60 °C (+140 °F)<br>25 mm (1 in) wide, 2.5 m (100 in) long<br>BRT-THG-2-100<br>0.7<br>+60 °C (+140 °F)<br>50 mm (2 in) wide, 2.5 m (100 in) long<br>BRT-THG-3-100<br>0.7<br>+60 °C (+140 °F)<br>75 mm (3 in) wide, 2.5 m (100 in) long<br>Model<br>Reflectivity Factor<br>Maximum Temperature<br>Size<br>BRT-THT-100<br>8<br>0.07<br>+175 °C (+347 °F)<br>25 mm wide, 2.5 m (100 in) long<br>~~=~~|
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## Retroreflective Targets 

Note: The range of all retroreflective sensors is specified using target model `BRT-3` . Sensing range and signal strength at any given sensor-to-target distance will vary due to target reflectivity and target area. A “Reflectivity Factor” is included for each target model to help predict sensor performance, relative to the excess gain curve plotted for target model `BRT-3` . Consider, also, target area when predicting performance. 

|Model|Reflectivity<br>Factor|Maximum<br>Temperature<br>Size|Size||Model|Reflectivity<br>Factor|Maximum<br>Temperature|Size|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|Round Retroreflectors|||||Miscellaneous Retroreflectors||||
|BRT-.6|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>20.3 mm diameter|20.3 mm diameter||BRT-35X20A|1.4|60 °C (140 °F)|23.5 mm × 55 mm|
|BRT-1|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>25 mm diameter|25 mm diameter||BRT-40X18A|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)|18 mm × 60 mm|
|BRT-1.5|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>46 mm diameter|46 mm diameter||BRT-40X23|1.4|60 °C (140 °F)|23.5 mm × 40 mm|
|BRT-2B|1.0|65 °C (150 °F)<br>60.5 mm diameter|60.5 mm diameter||BRT-40X23B|1.4|60 °C (140 °F)|23.5 mm × 47.5 mm|
|BRT-3<br>9|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>84 mm diameter|84 mm diameter||BRT-48X32|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)|32.5 mm × 48 mm|
|BRT-25R|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>25.2 mm diameter|25.2 mm diameter||BRT-48X32A|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)|32 mm × 65 mm|
|BRT-41AHT|1.0|200°C (390°F)<br>74 mm diameter|74 mm diameter||BRT-48X32B|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)|32.5 mm × 57 mm|
|BRT-42A|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>42 mm diameter|42 mm diameter||BRT-53X19A|1.4|60 °C (140 °F)|19 mm × 72 mm|
|BRT-42D|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>42 mm diameter|42 mm diameter||BRT-60X40C<br>9|1.4|60 °C (140 °F)|40.5 mm × 60 mm|
|BRT-50|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>50.8 mm diameter|50.8 mm diameter||BRT-100X18A|1.4|60 °C (140 °F)|18.5 mm × 120 mm|
|BRT-50D<br>9|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>50.8 mm diameter|50.8 mm diameter||BRT-100X50|1.5|60 °C (140 °F)|101 mm × 50.6 mm|
|BRT-50R<br>9|1.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>50.8 mm diameter|50.8 mm diameter||BRT-100X55A|1.5|60 °C (140 °F)|132 mm × 56 mm|
|Square Retroreflectors|||||BRT-L|0.8|65 °C (150 °F)|165 mm × 19 mm|
|BRT-2X2|1.0|50 °C (120 °F)<br>61 mm × 51 mm|61 mm × 51 mm||||||
|BRT-77X77C<br>9|2.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>84.5 mm × 84.5 mm|84.5 mm × 84.5 mm||||||
|BRT-92X92C<br>9|3.0|60 °C (140 °F)<br>100 mm × 100 mm|100 mm × 100 mm||||||
|BRT-4HT<br>9<br>10|.15|480 °C (900 °F)<br>100 mm × 100 mm|100 mm × 100 mm||||||



## MINI-BEAM Mounting Brackets 

- SMB30C 56 • 30 mm split clamp, black PBT bracket A 

- • Stainless steel mounting 66 hardware included B 

- • Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor 13 ~S 

Hole center spacing: A=ø 45 Hole size: B=ø 27.2 

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- 12-ga. stainless steel bracketwith curved mounting slots for 70 57 versatile orientation 

- • Clearance for M6 (¼ in) C hardware 57 (HiW B 

- • Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor (eaLAF A 

- Hole center spacing: A = 51, A to B = 25.4 Hole size: A = 42.6 x 7, B = ø 6.4, C = ø 30.1 

> 8 These targets are not recommended for polarized retroreflective sensors. 

> 9 Optional brackets are available; see http://www.bannerengineering.com. 

> 10 This target has micro-prism geometry. 

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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 

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Hole center spacing: A=ø 50.8 Hole size: A=ø 7.0, B=ø 30.0 

## 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. Any misuse, abuse, or improper application or installation of this product or use of the product for personal protection applications when the product is identified as not intended for such purposes will void the product warranty. Any modifications to this product without prior express approval by Banner Engineering Corp will void the product warranties. All specifications published in this document are subject to change; Banner reserves the right to modify product specifications or update documentation at any time. Specifications and product information in English supersede that which is provided in any other language. For the most recent version of any documentation, refer to: www.bannerengineering.com. 

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