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Universal AC/DC Photoelectric Sensors (Wire Terminal Type) BX Series
- SKU:
- BX Series
- MPN:
- BX
- Weight:
- 225.00 Grams
Description
Product Overview
The BX Series photoelectric sensors, equipped with built-in amplifiers, offer both universal AC/DC and DC options, making them versatile for a wide range of industrial applications. Designed for convenience and efficiency, these sensors include a terminal type configuration, allowing for straightforward wiring and installation. Additionally, the BX Series features a timer function, enabling users to select between ON delay, OFF delay, and One-shot delay modes. The sensors are equipped with an easy-to-use Light ON/Dark ON operation mode switch and a sensitivity adjuster, ensuring that they can be quickly and accurately configured for specific tasks. The universal AC/DC models support a broad power supply range, accommodating inputs from 24-240 VAC or 24-240 VDC, further enhancing their adaptability.
Key Features
- Built-in Sensitivity Adjuster: Adjust the sensor's sensitivity to suit various detection tasks and environments, ensuring precise performance.
- Versatile Timer Function: Select from ON delay, OFF delay, or One-shot delay modes to match your application needs, optimizing operation timing.
- NPN/PNP Output Types: Enjoy simultaneous output options for DC power types, allowing for flexible integration into existing systems.
- Self-Diagnosis Function: The green LED indicator lights up when the sensor operates at a stable level, providing instant feedback on the sensor’s status.
- Comprehensive Protection Circuits: Includes reverse power protection and output short overcurrent protection, safeguarding the sensor and connected devices.
- Wide Power Supply Range: The universal AC/DC models accept a wide range of input voltages, from 24-240 VAC or 24-240 VDC, making them compatible with various power sources.
- IP65 Protection Rating: Designed to withstand harsh environments, these sensors are dust-tight and protected against water jets, conforming to IEC standards.
Sensing Options
The BX Series is available in multiple sensing types to cater to different application requirements:
- Through-beam: Offers long-distance sensing up to 15 meters, ideal for detecting objects across open spaces.
- Retroreflective and Polarized Retroreflective: Designed for reliable detection of reflective surfaces, available with a sensing distance of up to 5 meters and 3 meters, respectively.
- Diffuse Reflective: Suitable for close-range detection, this option provides a sensing distance of up to 700 mm and can detect opaque and translucent materials.
Each model is equipped with infrared or red light sources, depending on the type, ensuring optimal performance for various materials and surface types.
Configuration and Installation
The BX Series is designed for easy setup and installation:
- Setting Switch: Quickly toggle between Light ON (L.ON) and Dark ON (D.ON) modes, or configure the timer settings on applicable models.
- Sensitivity Adjustment: Fine-tune the detection range with the sensitivity adjuster to achieve precise control over the sensor's operation.
- Compact Design: The sensors are built with a user-friendly design, including clear indicators for power, operation, and self-diagnosis.
- Mounting Accessories: Each sensor comes with a complete set of mounting hardware, including brackets, bolts, nuts, and waterproof rubber components for secure installation.
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Additional Information
Output Type: |
NPN/PNP open collector simultaneous output for DC power types |
Power Supply: |
24-240 VAC / 24-240 VDC for universal types, 12-24 VDC for DC types |
Power Consumption: |
≤ 50 mA depending on the sensing type |
Control Output: |
Relay contact output with a capacity of 250 VAC, 3 A resistance load |
Sensing Distance: |
Up to 15 meters for through-beam, up to 5 meters for retroreflective |
Timer Modes: |
ON Delay, OFF Delay, One-shot Delay (0.1 to 5 sec adjustable) |
Protection Rating: |
IP65 (IEC standard) |
Material: |
Case and lens cover made of PC, sensing part made of acrylic, with mounting brackets made of SPCC |