Banner Engineering SM312LVQDP Photoelectric Sensor

Description:

The Banner SM312LVQDP Photoelectric Sensor is used in industrial automation systems to detect the presence or absence of objects using retroreflective sensing technology. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, assembly equipment, material handling systems, and automated production lines requiring reliable non-contact object detection. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for sensor replacements, machine retrofits, automation upgrades, and OEM equipment maintenance.

Applications:

The Banner SM312LVQDP photoelectric sensor is commonly used to provide object detection, product counting, positioning feedback, and conveyor monitoring in industrial automation systems. Typical applications for the SM312LVQDP include packaging machinery, pallet handling systems, assembly stations, material transfer conveyors, warehouse automation equipment, and manufacturing lines requiring non-polarized retroreflective sensing with selectable light or dark operate modes and long sensing distances up to 5 meters.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Banner Engineering
• Model / Part Number: SM312LVQDP
• Product Type: Photoelectric Sensor
• Series: MINI-BEAM SM312 Series
• Sensing Mode: Non-Polarized Retroreflective
• Maximum Sensing Distance: 5 m
• Light Source: Visible Red LED, 650 nm
• Supply Voltage: 10-30 VDC
• Output Type: Bipolar Outputs (1 NPN and 1 PNP)
• Maximum Output Current: 150 mA per output
• Response Time: 1 ms
• Operation Mode: Selectable Light Operate / Dark Operate
• Connection Type: 4-Pin M12 Pigtail Quick Disconnect
• Cable Length: 150 mm (6 in)
• Housing Style: Rectangular Housing with M18 Threaded Lens Mount
• Housing Material: Reinforced Thermoplastic Polyester
• Lens Material: Acrylic
• Protection Rating: IP67
• NEMA Rating: NEMA 4X
• Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +70°C
• Mounting Type: Panel or Bracket Mount
• Adjustment Method: Potentiometer Sensitivity Adjustment
• Indicator Type: LED Status Indicators
• Application Environment: Industrial Automation and Material Handling Systems
• Typical Loads: Conveyors, Packaging Machines, Assembly Equipment, and Position Detection Systems

Common Replacements:

• Banner QS18VN6LV Photoelectric Sensor
• Banner SM312DQDP Photoelectric Sensor
• Allen-Bradley 42EF-D1MNAK-A2 Photoelectric Sensor