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Banner QS18VN6DQ8 photoelectric sensor diffuse 450mm 10-30V NPN M12 IP67 electrician tool
Diffuse photoelectric sensor detects objects up to 450 mm with 10-30 V dc NPN output, M12 quick-disconnect, IP67 housing and 0.6 ms response
- TypeTest Equipment
- Color/FinishRed
- Item Count1 pack
- Selling UnitBox
- Parts3 Years
- Labor1 Year
- Diffuse sensing detects objects up to 450 mm
- 10–30 V dc supply fits standard industrial power
- NPN complementary output simplifies PLC wiring
- M12 quick-disconnect enables fast, tool-free installation
- IP67 and NEMA 6 ratings withstand wash-down environments
Industrial proximity sensor
The Banner QS18VN6DQ8 is a diffuse photoelectric sensor built for general-purpose detection on production lines and packaging equipment. It operates on 10-30 V dc and switches a complementary solid-state NPN output within .6 ms. The rectangular ABS housing measures 18 mm across and carries an IP67 and NEMA 6 rating for wash-down environments.
Mounting and wiring requirements
The sensor mounts through an M18 threaded barrel and connects via an integral 4-pin M12 Euro-style quick-disconnect, so a matching cordset is the only wiring accessory needed. Its infrared LED beam reaches 450 mm without a separate reflector, freeing panel space and reducing alignment time. Operating temperature spans -20 °C to 70 °C at up to 95 % relative humidity at 50 °C.
Upgrade from through-beam
Teams replacing through-beam pairs eliminate the receiver housing and associated cable runs, cutting installation labour. The jump is worthwhile when a single-device solution simplifies machine guarding or part presence checks at distances up to 450 mm. Buyers who need background suppression, remote teach-in, or water-specific detection should evaluate other series.
Highlights
- Diffuse sensing detects objects up to 450 mm
- 10–30 V dc supply fits standard industrial power
- NPN complementary output simplifies PLC wiring
- M12 quick-disconnect enables fast, tool-free installation
- IP67 and NEMA 6 ratings withstand wash-down environments
Specifications
| Brand | BANNER |
|---|---|
| Model | QS18VN6DQ8 |
| Type | Test Equipment |
| Color/Finish | Red |
| Item Count | 1 pack |
| Selling Unit | Box |
| Parts | 3 Years |
| Labor | 1 Year |
Questions about this item
What is the maximum sensing distance before the 450 mm range limit is reached under continuous operation?
The sensor detects objects up to 450 mm away using its diffuse infrared beam, with a repeatability of 150 µs and a 0.6 ms response time.
How much heat does the QS18VN6DQ8 generate when powered at 30 V dc all day in a 70 °C enclosure?
Operating temperature is rated from -20 °C to 70 °C with 95 % humidity at 50 °C; the ABS housing and IP67 seal handle sustained industrial heat.
Which mating cable or connector must I already have to plug the integral M12 quick-disconnect?
A 4-pin M12 Euro-style cordset is required to connect the sensor's integral quick-disconnect to your control system.
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