Banner Engineering SBAR1GHX Photoelectric Sensor

SBAR1GH is Banner Engineering's high-gain ambient-light receiver in the MULTI-BEAM family, the light-sensing element used in beam-based photoelectric setups to detect passing targets by monitoring ambient illumination across multiple beams. The “GH” designation indicates high gain relative to the base SBAR1 model, delivering greater sensitivity in high ambient light or low-contrast situations and enabling reliable detection of challenging targets. The device accepts 2-, 3-, and 4-wire components and provides a 10 ms ON/OFF response, making it suitable for fast-production lines where quick sensing feedback is required. Optically, it covers ultraviolet through near-infrared wavelengths, and the effective sensing range depends on the intensity and characteristics of the light source, so performance varies with installation and environment. Common applications include mounting the scanner block under a roller conveyor with the receiver facing upward to form a multi-beam light curtain, and the SBAR1GH weighs about 0.8 lb, balancing ruggedness with compact installation.