Banner Engineering SMW915LVAG 26172 Photoelectric Sensor

Banner Engineering SMW915LVAG 26172 is a polarized retroreflective photoelectric sensor from the VALU-BEAM 915 Series, designed for precise, non-contact detection of reflective targets. In retroreflective mode with a BRT-3 reflector, it senses from 0.3 to 4.5 meters (about 1 to 15 feet). It operates on a 12 to 28 V DC supply and provides a SPDT electromechanical relay output; the standard version includes a 2 m (6.5 ft) cable, with a QD variant (SMW915LVAGQD) available for quick-connect wiring. The polarization helps reduce false triggers from shiny surfaces, making it well-suited for targets that are highly reflective. The 26172 part number identifies this exact configuration (SMW915LVAG) intended for Banner VALU-BEAM installations and compatible with the BRT-3 reflector for reliable retroreflective sensing. An additional configuration, SMW915LVAGQD, offers the same sensing characteristics with a 2 m cable and a 5-pin Mini QD connector for easier wiring in panel- or machine-mounted setups. This model is built for rugged industrial automation environments that require non-contact detection with straightforward wiring and dependable performance.