Banner Engineering SMA915FPQD Valu-Beam Sensor

The Banner Engineering SMA915FPQD Valu-Beam Sensor is a fiber-optic detector in the rugged VALU-BEAM 915 Series designed for non-contact sensing with a compact, durable housing suitable for industrial environments. The SMA915FPQD variant operates from a 90 to 130 V AC supply and ships with a 2 m (6.5 ft) Quick Disconnect cable and a 5-pin Mini QD connector for fast field connections, aligning with Banner’s 915-series configuration for electromechanical relay output. As part of the 915 Series, it provides a SPDT relay output for straightforward switching in automation circuits. A defining spec is the sensing spot: 1.5 mm in diameter, focused about 38.1 mm (1.5 in) in front of the lens, enabling precise detection of small features at close range when delivered via fiber. The 915 family supports multiple fiber configurations (glass or plastic fibers) and various operating modes (diffuse, opposed, and related fiber options) to accommodate different target geometries and installation constraints. Typical applications include presence/absence detection on conveyors, edge or notch sensing, and general part-detection tasks where direct line-of-sight is limited; the fiber delivery helps reduce ambient-light sensitivity and allows sensing around corners or through tight spaces. This model inherits Banner’s rugged construction and standard VALU-BEAM alignment practices, streamlining integration with Banner controllers and other automation equipment.