Retroreflective sensor

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Retroreflective sensor with polarization filter

Function

The series 28 family of sensors can be universally used. It has a large range of models that allows it to be integrated into any automation
environment. The sensors are contained in sturdy water resistant plastic housings with multiple fastening options and scratch resistant optical
cover. Features such as a timer function, and functions including a light/dark switch, sensitivity adjuster and highly visible status LEDs make for
less effort on the part of the user and streamline installation, setup and operation. Just about any task associated with positioning, moving,
conveying and monitoring can be accomplished with these sensors.
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Dimensions

65.5
26
8
Indicator of detection range
DIP-switch Name plate ø5 25.8
for Off delay and one shot

Indicator of detection

6
range for On delay

16
Transmitter
Relay NO BK 8

17.8
Relay NC WH 7
GY 6
Relay center contact

62
GY 5
BU 4 Receiver
12 ... 240 V AC/DC

88
BU 3
BR 2
12 ... 240 V AC/DC BR 1

11
5

25
2

63 9.6
Dovetail mount
DIP-switch
Light/dark switch
ON OFF
4 LED-switch status LED-switch status
3
2
1
LED-operating display

Sensitivity adjuster

Technical Data
General specifications
Effective detection range 0 ... 17 m
Reflector distance 0.05 ... 17 m
Threshold detection range 21 m

Reference target H85-2 reflector

Light source LED
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Light type modulated visible red light

Polarization filter yes
Diameter of the light spot approx. 290 mm at a distance of 17 m
Angle of divergence emitter 1.2°
receiver 2°
Ambient light limit 80000 Lux
Functional safety related parameters
MTTFd 600 a
Mission Time (TM) 20 a
Diagnostic Coverage (DC) 0%
Indicators/operating means
Operation indicator LED green
Function indicator 2 LEDs yellow, light up when light beam is free, flash when falling short of the stability
control, off when light beam is interrupted
Control elements sensitivity adjustment (Adjustment to < 25% of the effective operating range) , Light-
on/dark-on changeover switch
Electrical specifications

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Technical Data
Operating voltage UB 12 ... 240 V AC/DC
Power consumption P0 ≤ 3.5 VA
Output
Switching type light/dark on switchable
Signal output Relay, 1 alternator
Switching voltage max. 250 V AC/DC
Switching current max. 2 A
Switching power DC: max. 50 W AC: max. 500 VA
Switching frequency f 25 Hz
Response time 20 ms
Timer function ON delay (GAN), OFF delay (GAB), one shot (IAB), ON delay-one shot (GAN-IAB),
ON delay-OFF delay (GAN-GAB), programmable
adjustment interval 0.1 ... 10 s
Conformity
Product standard EN 60947-5-2
Approvals and certificates
EAC conformity TR CU 020/2011
TR CU 004/2011
Protection class II, rated insulation voltage ≤ 250 V AC with pollution degree 1-2 according to IEC
60664-1 Output circuit insulated from control circuit in accordance with IEC 61140.
Caution!
The protection class 2 is only valid when the terminal compartment is closed.
UL approval E87056 , cULus Listed Caution: This equipment is considered as open-type
equipment. It must be mounted within an enclosure, that is suitably designed for
protection against internal fire and personal injury resulting from accessibility to live
parts according UL 508.

CCC approval Certified by China Compulsory Certification (CCC)

Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature -40 ... 60 °C (-40 ... 140 °F)
Storage temperature -40 ... 75 °C (-40 ... 167 °F)
Mechanical specifications
Housing width 25.8 mm
Housing height 88 mm
Housing depth 65.5 mm
Degree of protection IP67
Connection terminal compartment with 8 spring-loaded terminals for wire cross section 0.5 ... 1.5
mm2 , Insulation stripping 7.5 ... 8.5 mm , M16 x 1.5 cable gland
Material
Housing Plastic ABS
Optical face Plastic pane
Mass 112 g
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Connection Assignment

Option: The relay-functions "NC"

8 (BK) and "NO" bear on
NO
the switching mode
"Dark-ON".
7 (WH) NC This complies to the default
setting of the light/dark
6 (GY) C switch (factory setting).

5 (GY) C

4 (BU)
~/0 V
12V ... 240 V
AC/DC

3 (BU)

2 (BN)
~/+UB
1 (BN)

Characteristic Curve

Characteristic response curve

Offset Y [mm]
180
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0 5 10 15 20
H85-2 Distance X [m]
x C110-2
H60
H160
y

OFR-100/100
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Relative received light strength

Reflector type:
H85-2 50 mm 21 m

C110-2 50 mm 14 m

H60 50 mm 12 m

F2000 (Foil, 100 mm x 100 mm) OFR-100/100 250 mm 10 m

H160 50 mm 5m

Stability control
1000
Stability control > 3

Stability control < 3

H85-2
C110-2
100 H60
H160
OFR-100/100

10

1
x
0 5 10 15 20
Distance X [m]

Application

Accessories
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OMH-05 Mounting aid for round steel ø 12 mm or sheet 1.5 mm ... 3 mm

OMH-21 Mounting bracket

OMH-22 Mounting bracket

OMH-RLK29 Mounting bracket

OMH-RLK29-HW Mounting bracket for rear wall mounting

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Accessories
OMH-RL28-C Weld slag cover model
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Timer functions
Timer function Switching type Receiver exposed
Light Receiver dark
1 2 3 4
ON ON
Without Dark OFF

t ON
ON
Light OFF
1 2 3 4
ON ON
ON delay t t t
Dark ON ON ON
OFF
ON
t t t
Light OFF OFF OFF OFF
1 2 3 4
ON
t
ON
OFF delay OFF
Dark OFF

t t t
ON
Light OS OS OS OFF
1 2 3 4
ON ON
one shot t
OS
t
OS
t
OS
Dark OFF

Time tON, tOFF and tOS are adjustable from 0.1 to 10 seconds.
The Light-/Dark-Switch (Left, outer switch) is shown in the "Dark ON" position.
Type Description Notes
-Z OFF delay timer Adjustable time interval
one shot timer (0.1 s - 10 s)
ON delay timer
ON delay timer / OFF delay timer
ON delay timer / one shot timer

Accessories
Other suitable accessories can be found at [Link]

Application
• Object tracking in material handling, and the packaging sector
• Material flow monitoring
• Bin occupancy check in storage technology
• Fine positioning in high-bay warehouses
• Presence and height monitoring on pallet conveyors
• Single-beam protection for automatic industrial gates and elevator doors
• Protection at automatic gates
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