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Banner PBCT23TS Fiber Optic Sensor 1 m .5 mm core M4 thread
Plastic fiber optic sensor with 0.5 mm core, 1 m length and M4 thread for diffuse reflective sensing
- TypeTest Equipment
- Color/FinishRed
- Item Count1 pack
- Selling UnitBox
- Parts3 Years
- Labor1 Year
- Coaxial diffuse sensing with a 0.5 mm core for precise detection
- 1 m fiber length with M4 threaded tip for secure mounting
- Stainless steel monocoil sheathing resists harsh environments
- Minimum bend radius of 10 mm enables tight routing
- Rated for 5000 repeat bending cycles for long service life
Fiber optic sensor for diffuse sensing
The Banner PBCT23TS is a plastic fiber optic sensor designed for diffuse reflective sensing in industrial applications. It features a 1 m fiber length with a .5 mm core diameter and nine .25 mm cores arranged coaxially. The sensing end uses an M4 thread mount with stainless steel ferrule and tip construction. This sensor suits automation setups requiring compact, in-line beam exit detection.
Operating temperature and bend endurance
The sensor operates at a maximum temperature of 70 °C and withstands a minimum bend radius of 10 mm. Its stainless steel monocoil sheathing provides mechanical protection without chemical resistance rating. Minimum repeat bending endurance is rated at 5000 cycles, and the assembly has no integrated lens or retractile section. These parameters define the thermal and mechanical limits for continuous use.
M4 thread mount and coaxial fiber layout
The M4 threaded sensing end installs directly into tapped holes or brackets, freeing panel space for other components. Coaxial fiber arrangement combines emitter and receiver paths in a single probe, reducing the mounting footprint compared to separate thru-beam pairs. The terminated TS connector mates with compatible Banner amplifiers. Builders needing side-exit beam geometry or liquid-level rating should verify suitability separately.
Highlights
- Coaxial diffuse sensing with a 0.5 mm core for precise detection
- 1 m fiber length with M4 threaded tip for secure mounting
- Stainless steel monocoil sheathing resists harsh environments
- Minimum bend radius of 10 mm enables tight routing
- Rated for 5000 repeat bending cycles for long service life
Specifications
| Brand | BANNER |
|---|---|
| Model | PBCT23TS |
| Type | Test Equipment |
| Color/Finish | Red |
| Item Count | 1 pack |
| Selling Unit | Box |
| Parts | 3 Years |
| Labor | 1 Year |
Questions about this item
How do I mount the M4-threaded sensing end and what step is often missed?
Screw the M4 thread into the prepared hole, then tighten the ferrule segment to secure the 1 m fiber; forgetting the ferrule allows the tip to loosen under vibration.
What part of this sensor will need replacement after repeated flexing?
The stainless-steel monocoil jacket is rated for 5000 repeat bends at the 10 mm minimum radius; plan to replace the fiber assembly once that cycle count is reached.
What temperature limit stops continuous operation first?
The plastic fiber core is rated to 70 °C; sustained exposure above this temperature degrades the 0.5 mm and 9 × 0.25 mm cores before any other component fails.
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