Contents Photoelectric

Sensors
Introduction
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Photoelectric Sensors

Photoelectric
Photoelectric sensors are ideal for non-contact detection
of targets at a distance regardless of material.
Photoelectric sensors emit invisible infra-red or visible
red light to detect the presence of an object. The target
either breaks a beam of light or reflects it back to the
detector to activate the sensor output. Advantages of
photoelectric sensors include longer standoff distances
than inductive proximity sensors, ability to detect virtually
any target material, ability to differentiate between
targets of different color or surface characteristics, and
the ability to operate in different sensing modes such as
thru-beam, retro-reflective, or diffuse. Balluff
photoelectric sensors are available in a variety of tubular
and block-style housings, with special functionalities such
as laser distance measurement, luminescence detection,
and color recognition.
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Distance Measurement (Analog) Sensors 2.93
Selection
BOD 18KF 18mm Combination Plastic ................................... 2.94 Guide
BOD 6K 32x20mm Plastic .................................................... 2.95
BOD 26K 50x50mm Plastic Precision Class II Laser ........... 2.96 Applications
BOL 27K 50x50mm Plastic Retroreflective Line Sensor .... 2.99
Tubular
BOD 63M 70x90mm Rugged Metal T.O.F. Class II Laser .... 2.101
BOD 66M 90x73mm Rugged Metal & Class II Laser .......... 2.104 Block

Distance
Slot & Angle Thru-Beam Sensors 2.105 Measurement
BGL Slot Sensors 5, 10, 20, 30mm .............................. 2.106 (Analog)
BGL Slot Sensors 50, 80, 120, 180, 220mm ............... 2.108 Slot & Angle
BWL Angle Heavy Duty .................................................. 2.110
BWL Angle Standard Duty ............................................. 2.112 Fiber Optics

Full Color
Fiber Optic Sensors 2.113 Detection
BFO Plastic Thru-beam Fiber Optic Cables ................. 2.116
Color Mark
BFO Plastic Diffuse Fiber Optic Cables ....................... 2.120 (Contrast)
BFO Plastic Fiber Optic Accessories ........................... 2.123 Detection
Photoelectric Overview 2.2 BFO Glass Fiber Optic Cables ...................................... 2.124
Selection Guides .......................................................................... 2.2 BOS 18KF 18mm Combination Plastic-Fiber Optic Amp ..... 2.127 Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Applications ................................................................................ 2.10 BOS 6K Fiber Optic Amplifier .............................................. 2.128
BOS 16K 31x12mm Combination Plastic-Fiber Optic Amp .. 2.129 Optical
BOS 72K Fiber Optic Amplifier .............................................. 2.133 Windows
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BFB 75K Fiber Optic Amplifier .............................................. 2.135
BMOA 5mm, 6mm Miniature Metal .............................. 2.14 Dimensional
BFO Specialty Fiber Optic Cables ................................. 2.139 Light Grids
BOS 08M 8mm Rugged Metal ............................................ 2.15 BMOA Miniature Remote Amplifier Sensors ................... 2.144
BOS 12M 12mm Rugged Metal .......................................... 2.17
BOS 12M 12mm Rugged Metal Class I Laser ................... 2.19 Full Color Detection 2.149
BOS 18K 18mm Plastic (Economical, Universal) ............. 2.21
BOS 18K 18mm Plastic Class I Laser .............................. 2.25 BFS 26K 50x50 3 Output ...................................................... 2.150
BOS 18KF/KW 18mm Combination Plastic ............................... 2.28 BFS 27K 50x50 3 Output, RS 485, RGB .............................. 2.151
BOS 18KF/KW 18mm Combination Plastic Class I Laser ........ 2.32 BFS 30M 30mm 7 or 15 Output ............................................ 2.153
BOS 18M 18mm Rugged Metal .......................................... 2.36
BOS 18E 18mm Rugged Extreme Stainless Steel .......... 2.44 Color Mark (Contrast) Sensors 2.155
BOS 18M 18mm Rugged Metal Class I & II Laser ............. 2.45 BKT 18KF 18mm Combination Plastic .................................. 2.156
BOS 30M 30mm Rugged Metal .......................................... 2.53 BKT 6K 32x20mm Plastic Adv. Contrast Class II Laser ..... 2.157

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BKT 21M 50x43mm Advanced Universal Rugged Metal .... 2.158
Block Style Photoelectric Sensors 2.55 BKT M 81x68mm Advanced Rugged Metal ..................... 2.159
BGL 21 2mm Advanced Contrast Slot Sensor ................ 2.162 Connectors
BOS 2K 25x13mm Miniature Plastic ............................... 2.56

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BOS Q08M 8x8mm Rugged Metal ........................................ 2.59
BMOA 8x8mm & 8x14mm Rugged Metal Adjustable .... 2.60 Luminescence (UV) Sensors 2.163
BOS 5K 32x20mm Economical Plastic ........................... 2.61 BLT 18KF 18mm Combination Plastic .................................. 2.164 Accessories
BOS 6K 32x20mm Plastic Advanced Universal ............ 2.64 BLT 21M 50x43mm Advanced Universal Rugged Metal ....... 2.165
BOS 6K
BOS 11K
BOS 15K
32x20mm Plastic Adv. Universal Class II Laser .
18mm Combination Plastic ...............................
29x44 Plastic .......................................................
2.66
2.69
2.71
BLT M
BLT 31M
81x68mm Advanced Rugged Metal .....................
58x73mm Advanced Rugged Metal .....................
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BOS 16K 31x12mm Combination Plastic ......................... 2.73
BOS 21M 50x43mm Adv. Universal Rugged Metal .......... 2.79 Technical
BOWA 40x80mm, 80x80mm, 120x80mm Dynamic ...... 2.170 Reference
BOS 21M 50x43mm Adv. Uni. Rugged Metal Class I Laser ... 2.81
BOWA 40x40mm, 400x400mm Dynamic & Static ......... 2.172

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BOS 25K 50x50mm Economical Plastic ........................... 2.85
Part
BOS 26K 50x50mm Plastic Precision ............................... 2.87 Number
BOS 26K 50x50mm Plastic Precision Class II Laser ....... 2.88 Dimensional Light Grids 2.175 Index
BOS 65K 85x73mm Universal High Power Plastic ........... 2.91 BLG 100mm, 150mm, 300mm Light Grids .................. 2.176

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Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors Selection Guide

Series BMOA BMOA 08M 12M

Housing Size 5 mm 6 mm 8 mm 12 mm
Smooth or Threaded Smooth Threaded Threaded Threaded
Housing Material Metal Metal Metal Metal
Straight or 90° Optics Straight Straight Straight Straight

Thru-beam 1.1 m 5m
Laser Class I Laser - 3 m, 30m

Non-polarized Retroreflective
Polarized Retroreflective 550 mm 1.5 m
Laser
Transparent Retroreflective
Diffuse 50 mm 50 mm 55 mm 100 mm, 200 mm,
400 mm
Laser
Background Suppression 10-60 mm
Laser
Foreground & Background Supp.
Fixed Focus 23 mm

Fiber Optic Compatible

Supply Voltage DC DC DC DC
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BOS 12M Thru-beam

Laser Sensor
– Two versions optimized for small
part and feature detection or long
range detection

– Precise, highly visible laser beam

provides range up to 30 meters

– Extremely small light spot detects

objects or features down to 50 µm

– Class I Laser technology

– Metal housing combines inductive

sensor durability with laser
photoelectric accuracy

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Selection Guide Photoelectric
Sensors
Tubular Phototelectric
Sensors

Photoelectric
18K 18KF/18KW 18M/18E 30M
18 mm 18 mm 18 mm 30 mm
Threaded Combination Threaded Threaded Threaded
Plastic Plastic Metal Metal
Straight or 90° Straight or 90° Straight or 90° Straight

8 m, 10 m, 12 m 10 m, 15 m 16 m

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Class I Laser - 60 m Class I Laser - 50 m, 60 m Class I Laser - 50 m, 60 m
Class II Laser - 50 m
2m 5m 2 m, 4 m Contents
1.5 m, 2 m, 3 m 3 m, 4.5 m 3 m, 4.5 m Selection
Class I Laser - 12 m Class I Laser - 9 m, 16 m Class I Laser - 9 m, 16 m Guide

1.7 m Applications

250 mm, 300 mm, 80 mm, 100 mm, 100 mm, 200 mm, 400 mm 2m Tubular

350 mm 400 mm, 700 mm 1000 mm Block

Class I Laser - 350 mm Class I Laser - 250 mm, 350 mm Class I Laser - 250 mm, 350 mm Distance
Measurement
50-100 mm 10-120 mm, 40-120 mm (Analog)
Class II Laser - 30-150 mm Slot & Angle
40-100 mm Fiber Optics
80 mm Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
Yes Yes Yes (Contrast)
Detection
DC or AC DC DC or AC DC
Luminescence
2.21 2.28 2.36 2.53 (UV) Detection

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BOS 18M Background Suppression Light Grids

Sensor
– Uses laser technology for accurate small part and
feature detection to 100 µm

– 10-turn potentiometer for precise background

supression adjustment

– Visible laser simplifies application set-up

– Built in LED confirms best set up for each application

6 Connectors

– Metal housing combines inductive sensor durability

with laser photoelectric accuracy
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Block Photoelectric
Sensors Selection Guide

Series 2K Q08M/BMOA 5K 6K 11K

Housing Size Small block Small block Small block Small block Combination
18mm threaded
Housing Material Plastic Metal Plastic Plastic Plastic
Straight or 90° Optics 90° 90° 90° 90° 90°

Thru-beam 1.2 m 1.1 m 10 m 6m 20 m

Laser
Non-polarized Retroreflective 6.5 m
Polarized Retroreflective 3m 550 mm 4m 2.5 m 3.5 m
Laser Class II - 1 m
Transparent Retroreflective 0.5 m
Diffuse 50 mm 50 mm, 55 mm 200 mm, 900 mm 300 mm 450 mm
Laser
Wide Angle Diffuse
Background Supression 1-15 mm 50-200 mm 30-100 mm
1-30 mm
Laser Class II -
20-60 mm,
30-110 mm
Foreground & Background Supp.
Fixed Focus

Fiber Optic Compatible Yes

Supply Voltage DC DC DC DC DC
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BOS 2K Sub-Miniature 8 mm Tubular & Block Style Photoelectric

Photoelectric Family Sensor Families
– Sub-miniature housing 25x7.5x10 mm

– Sensing modes include:

- 1.2 m Thru-beam
- 3 m Retroreflective
- 50 mm Diffuse
- 15 mm, 30 mm Precision
Background Suppression BOS 08M and BOS Q08M
– Sensing modes include:
– Laser-like, visible light source for - 1.1 m Thru-Beam
precision parts detection - 550 mm Polarized Retroreflective
- 55 mm Diffuse
– M8 pigtail connector or cable out
– The 08M tubular sensor can be used to replace bulky glass
fiber optic cables with a 5/16" sensing tip

– The Q08M block style sensor's right angle design allows it

to be easily integrated into machines where others won't fit
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Selection Guide Photoelectric
Sensors
Block Phototelectric
Sensors

Photoelectric
15K 16K 21M 25K 26K 65K
Mid-size block Combination Mid-size block Mid-size block Mid-size block Large block
18 mm threaded
Plastic Plastic Metal Plastic Plastic Plastic
Straight or 90° Straight 90° 90° 90° 90°

5m 10 m, 30 m 20 m 20 m 70 m

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Class I - 60 m
2.5 m, 5 m
2m 1 m, 2 m 4 m, 8 m 5m 5.5 m 8m Contents
Class I - 20 m Class II - 20 m Selection
2m 1m Guide

100 mm, 500 mm 190 mm, 380 mm 1 m, 2 m 2m 2m Applications

Class I - 600 mm Tubular

90 mm, 180 mm Block

70-200 mm 50-250 mm 30-300 mm, 200 mm - 1.1 m Distance

Measurement
150-600 mm (Analog)
Class I - 50-100 mm Class II - 40-60 mm, Slot & Angle
30-150 mm, Fiber Optics
50-300 mm Full Color
Detection
70-200 mm
Color Mark
12 mm 16 mm, 43 mm (Contrast)
Detection

Yes Luminescence
Yes (UV) Detection
DC DC or AC/DC DC DC or AC/DC DC DC or AC/DC Optical
2.71 2.73 2.79 2.85 2.87 2.91 Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

BOS 11K - The Photelectric

Standard in Conveyor Control
– Compact size facilitates machine footprint
reduction
– Innovative T-Block body style streamlines
machine build
– 18 mm Snout mounting cuts assembly time
– Quick change-out minimizes unplanned
6 Connectors

downtime
– Application flexibility helps to decrease
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Specialty
Photoelectric Sensors Selection Guide

Series BOD 18KF BOD 26K BOL 27 K BOD 63M BOD 66M
BOD 6K
Sensing Technology Distance Distance Distance Distance Distance
Measurement Measurement Measurement Measurement Measurement
Body Style 18KF = Combination Mid-size block Mid-size block Large block Large block
18 mm threaded
6K = Small block
Housing Material Plastic Plastic Plastic Metal Metal

Straight or 90° Optics 18KF = Straight 90° 90° 90° 90°

6K = 90°
Sensing Range 18KF = 100 mm 85 mm, 100 mm, 200 mm 2 m, 6 m 600 mm, 2 m
6K = 80 mm 300 mm

Resolution 18KF = 1 mm 20 µm, 70 µm, 0.15 mm 1 mm 0.5 mm, 5 mm

6K = 0.5 mm 80 µm, 220 µm
Outputs 18KF = 0-10 Vdc 2 PNP max. 2 PNP or NPN 3 PNP or NPN 1 PNP
6K = 0-10 Vdc, 0-10 Vdc, 4-20 mA 4-20 mA 0-10 Vdc, 4-20 mA 0-10 Vdc, 4-20 mA
1PNP

Fiber Optic Compatible

Supply Voltage DC DC DC DC DC
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BOD 63M Distance Sensor

Designed for the most demanding applications, the Balluff BOD
63M combines precision measurement and discrete sensing in
one unit using time of flight technology.

Features
– Measuring the propagation time of light
allows for greater ranges than with sensors using
triangulation or energetic diffuse technologies

– Small laser spot for detecting small objects

over large distances

– Virtually unaffected by the reflective properties of

the object within a particular sensing range

– Background suppression is adjustable over

the entire working range

– Discrete sensing and alarm outputs

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 Selection Guide Photoelectric
Sensors
Specialty
Phototelectric Sensors

Photoelectric
BGL BWL Heavy Duty BWL Standard BFO Fiber Optic BOS Fiber Optic BMOA Remote
Cables Amplifiers Miniature Sensors
Self-contained Self-contained Self-contained Diffuse Diffuse Diffuse
Thru-beam Thru-beam Thru-beam Thru-beam Thru-beam Thru-beam
Fork/slot Fork/slot Fork/slot Many sizes Headsize to 2mm

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Metal Metal Metal Plastic, Metal Plastic Plastic, Metal

Straight Straight Straight Straight or 90° Straight Straight or 90° Contents

Selection
5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 22 x 22 mm, 40 x 40, 54 x 54, Thru-beam (max) = Depends on cable Thru-beam (max) = Guide

80, 120, 180, 42 x 41 mm, 68 x 68, 90 x 90, 825 mm 800 mm Applications

220 mm 42 x 60 mm 110 x 110 mm Diffuse (max) = 205 mm Diffuse (max) = 63 mm Tubular

Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
Yes Yes Yes (Contrast)
Detection
DC DC DC DC DC
Luminescence
2.106 2.110 2.112 2.116 2.127 2.144 (UV) Detection

Optical
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Dimensional
BGL Advanced Slot Sensors Light Grids

Balluff‘s BGL series of photoelectric slot/fork sensors offer

pinpoint accuracy with highly visible red LED or Class II laser
emission for resolutions down to 0.3mm. These self-contained
thru-beam sensors, configured in a simple “U” shaped housing,
save mounting and machine setup time.

Features
– Rugged metal housing

– Replaces thru-beam fiber optics cables and amplifiers 6 Connectors

– No alignment necessary
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– Simple mounting, no hardware required
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Photoelectric Sensors Selection Guide

Series BFS 26K BFS 27K BFS 30M BKT 18KF BKT 6K
BKT 21M
Sensing Technology Full color Full color Full color Color mark Color mark
(contrast) (contrast)
Body Style Mid-size block Mid-size block 30 mm threaded Combination 6K = Small block
18 mm threaded 21M = Mid-size block

Housing Material Plastic Plastic Metal Plastic 6K = Plastic

21M = Metal
Straight or 90° Optics 90° 90° Straight Straight 90°

Sensing Range 22 mm, 30 mm, 25 mm, 45 mm 100 mm 10 mm 6K = 150 mm

35 mm 21M = 19 mm

Resolution

Outputs 3 PNP 3 PNP or NPN 7 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN
15 PNP or NPN
(multiplexed)

Fiber Optic Compatible

Supply Voltage DC DC DC DC DC
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BFS 30M - Long Range Color Detection

The BFS 30M color sensors are designed to verify the
presence of targets that can be differentiated by color.
These sensors project a modulated high intensity white light
onto a target and analyze the reflected light for its
constituent RGB (red, green, blue) values. If the readings of
all of the three colors fall within the preprogrammed
parameters, the sensor issues a discrete signal that
indicates a color match.

Two models are available to solve a variety of the most

demanding applications, a 7-discrete output unit and a
binary (4-bit) hexadecimal output unit.

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 Selection Guide Photoelectric
Sensors
Specialty
Phototelectric Sensors

Photoelectric
BKT M BGL 21 BLT 18KF BLT M BOWA BLG
BLT 21M BLT 31M
Color mark Color mark Luminescence Luminescence Optical window Light grid
(contrast) (contrast)
Large block Slot 18KF = Combination M = Large block Window Light grid
18 mm threaded 31M = Mid-size block
21M = Mid-size block

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Metal Metal 18KF = Plastic Metal Metal Metal
21M = Metal
Configurable Straight 18KF = Straight M = Configurable Straight Straight Contents
21M = 90° 31M = Straight Selection
9 mm, 18 mm, 2 mm 18KF = 20 mm M = 9 mm, 18 mm, 40 x 40 mm to 150 mm - 2.1 m Guide

28 mm, 50 mm 21M = 40 mm 28 mm, 50 mm 400 x 400 mm separation Applications

31M = 100 mm, 100, 150, 300 mm Tubular

300 mm sensing height Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN 1 PNP or NPN Slot & Angle
0-7 Vdc 0-7 Vdc 0-10 Vdc Fiber Optics
0-5 Vdc Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
Yes Yes (Contrast)
Detection
DC DC DC DC DC DC
Luminescence
2.159 2.162 2.164 2.166 2.170 2.176 (UV) Detection

Optical
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BLT 31M - Long Range Luminescence Detection Dimensional

Light Grids

Balluff BLT 31M sensors effectively detect the presence or absence of UV

luminescent materials and markers. When the pulsed UV light source of the
BLT 31M is directed towards a target, visible light is reflected back to the
BLT 31M. The intensity of the returned light is measured and indicated on
the sensors seven-segment display.

Features:

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– Long range detection (up to 300 mm)
Connectors
– High speed detection (6 kHz switching frequency)

– One discrete (auto-sensing PNP/NPN) output 7 Accessories

– One analog (0…5 V) output

– Auto-teach or manual programming

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– Adjustable UV LED intensity p Part

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Photoelectric
Applications Applications
Sensing size and
contents of containers Sensing stack height Guiding a moveable stage Cap checking containers

1: BOS 18KF BOS 18KF Laser Emitter BLE 18M-..-1P-.. Receiver BOS 6K Background Supp.
Retroreflective BOS 18KF Laser Receiver BLS 18M-XX-1P-.. Emitter BOS 11K Thru-beam
2: BOS 18KF BOS 18-BL-2
Diffuse with Background Supp.

Biscuit counting Drill break monitor Small parts detection Television counting

BOS 26K, 6K BLS 18M Laser Emitter BOS 2K, 08M Diffuse BOS 6K, 5K
Background suppression BLE 18M Receiver Polarized retroreflective
or
BLS 18KF Laser Emitter
BLE 18KF Laser Receiver

Checking contents
Checking correct quantity of a package Checking pulley belts Label presence detection

BOS 26K, 6K BLE 18M... Receiver BOS 18KF Diffuse BGL 21 Slot sensors
Background suppression BLS 18M.. Emitter
BOS 18-BL-1

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Sensors
Phototelectric
Applications

Photoelectric
Part sorting Box control on conveyors Packaging inspection Circuit lead counting

BLS/BLE 5K, 21M BOS 6K, 5K BOS 5K, 21M 18M Laser
Thru-beam sensor Thru-beam Thru-beam sensor Thru-beam

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Selection
Guide

Applications
Inspecting PCB's Checking seals Gate control High speed parts detection Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection
BOS 5K, 6K BOS 26K BOS 21M, 25K 18M Laser Luminescence
Diffuse with focused beam Background suppression Retroreflective sensor Thru-beam (UV) Detection

Optical
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Dimensional
Light Grids

Entry control Paper roll size monitoring Level monitoring Inspecting labels and caps

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

BLE/BLS 18KF
Thru-beam
BOD 26K
Measurement
BOS 11M
Retroreflective sensor
BOS 21M
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Photoelectric Photoelectric
Sensors Applications

Differentiating various
Sensing a read mark Detecting a groove Adhesive dispensing diameters

BOS 72K Plastic fibers BOS 18M Sensor with BOS 75K BMOA Fiber optic amp
Fiber optic adjustable With fiber optic cable Fiber optics
cable sensing
distance

Speed detection Cutting synchronization Parts positioning Lead presence detection

BOS 72K BGL Slot sensors BOS 72K Fiber optic amp BOS 72K Fiber optic amp
High-speed fiber optics BFO 22G Glass fiber optics Thru-beam with fiber optics

Level control of granules

Chocolate bar position Missing nozzle detection in small packages Level detection

BMOA Fiber optic amp BOS 18KF fiber optic amp BOS 72K Plastic fiber optics BFB 75K Fiber optic amp
Fiber optics Fiber optics Fiber optics
BOS 18KF Retroreflective

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Sensors
Tubular Sensors
Contents
Tubular Housing Photoelectric Sensors

Photoelectric
Photoelectric sensors in tubular housings offer
through-hole mounting simplicity that saves time
and installation cost. Standardization of the
tubular form factor across multiple operating
modes simplifies machine design and helps
reduce the number of discrete components that
must be inventoried. Metal housing variants offer
additional ruggedness to enable photoelectric
sensors to survive in tough applications where
lesser designs will not hold up.

2.14 BMOA
2.15 BOS 08M NEW
2.17 BOS 12M

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2.19 BOS 12M Class I Laser NEW
2.21 BOS 18K
2.25 BOS 18K Class I Laser
2.28 BOS 18KF/KW Contents
2.32 BOS 18KF/KW Class I Laser Selection
2.36 BOS 18M/MR Guide
2.44 BOS 18E Extreme Applications
2.45 BOS 18M/MR Class I & II Laser NEW Tubular
2.53 BOS 30M
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
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Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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 BMOA
Photoelectric
Sensors
Self-contained
Miniature Sensors Tubular
Body Style 5 mm smooth 6 mm threaded
BMOA Miniature Metal Type Straight optics Straight optics

Balluff BMOA miniature O5 M6x0.5

sensors are among the
smallest completely self-
contained photoelectric 7

sensors in the world. Smooth

32
housing models easily mount

45
45
using clamp-style mounting
brackets. Threaded barrels
are furnished with mounting
nuts for quick installation. LED LED
Features

– Totally self-contained units;

no separate amplifier
– Miniature housing sealed to
IP65 standards
– Protection against short-circuits Diffuse
and polarity reversal PNP NO Light-on 50 mm q BMOA 05SM-X50-PS-C-2 BMOA 06TM-X50-PS-C-2
NPN NO Light-on 50 mm w BMOA 05SM-X50-NS-C-2 BMOA 06TM-X50-NS-C-2

Applications Supply Voltage 10...30 Vdc

Ripple <15% peak-to-peak
– General automation tasks Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.0 V at 100 mA
– Assembly and handling Rated Cutput Current Ie 100 mA
– Machine building Current Consumption IO (No Load) 30 mA
– Packaging machinery Switching Frequency 500 Hz
– Robots Response Time 1 ms
– Machine tools Output Type PNP/NPN
Output Function Light-on
Output Indicator Red LED
Ambient Light Protection EN 60947-5-2
Wiring diagrams Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm
q PNP NO Operating Temperature Range -10°C to +55°C
Storage Temperature 30°C to +70°C
PS Degree of Protection IP 65
Relative Humidity 90% at 20°C
NPN NO Short Circuit Protection Yes
w Overload Protection Yes
NS Housing Material stainless steel
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Connection 2 m cable 3-wire, 3 x 26 AWG, PUR

Detection diagram

0,5 mm 1 mm 2 mm

While the standard Kodak Test Card is used for

determining normal sensing range, very few
applications use it as the target. The chart above
shows the approximate performance of these
sensors using several different wire sizes as a target.

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 Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 08M

Body Style 8 mm threaded 8 mm threaded

Photoelectric
BOS 08M Type Straight optics Straight optics

Balluff’s BOS 08M photo- W W

electric sensor family NE NE
includes thru-beam,
polarized retroreflective,
and proximity diffuse
sensing models, available in
M8 connector or cable out
versions.

An 8 mm diameter allows
maximum mounting
flexibility in confined areas.
It’s more economical form
factor can replace bulky
fiber optic cables, and offers
a better bend radius without
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a loss of light, giving the
PNP NO Light-on 55 mm q BOS 08M-PS-RD11-S49 BOS 08M-PS-RD11-03
BOS 08M more power for Selection
PNP NC Dark-on 55 mm w BOS 08M-PO-RD11-S49 BOS 08M-PO-RD11-03 Guide
difficult applications. NPN NO Light-on 55 mm BOS 08M-NS-RD11-03
e BOS 08M-NS-RD11-S49
Applications
NPN NC Dark-on 55 mm r BOS 08M-NO-RD11-S49 BOS 08M-NO-RD11-03
Polarized Retroreflective Tubular
PNP NO Dark-on 550 mm q BOS 08M-PS-PR11-S49 BOS 08M-PS-PR11-03 Block
PNP NC Light-on 550 mm w BOS 08M-PO-PR11-S49 BOS 08M-PO-PR11-03
Distance
NPN NO Dark-on 550 mm e BOS 08M-NS-PR11-S49 BOS 08M-NS-PR11-03 Measurement
NPN NC Light-on 550 mm r BOS 08M-NO-PR11-S49 BOS 08M-NO-PR11-03 (Analog)
Thru-beam Slot & Angle
PNP NO Dark-on 1.1 m Receiver q BOS 08M-PS-RE11-S49 BOS 08M-PS-RE11-03
Fiber Optics
PNP NC Light-on 1.1 m Receiver w BOS 08M-PO-RE11-S49 BOS 08M-PO-RE11-03
NPN NO Dark-on 1.1 m Receiver e BOS 08M-NS-RE11-S49 BOS 08M-NS-RE11-03 Full Color
Detection
NPN NC Light-on 1.1 m Receiver r BOS 08M-NO-RE11-S49 BOS 08M-NO-RE11-03
Emitter t BOS 08M-X-RS11-S49 BOS 08M-X-RS11-03 Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Luminescence
Ripple < 10% (UV) Detection
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Optical
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA Windows
Current Consumption IO (No Load) Thru-beam <15 mA, Others < 20 mA Dimensional
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13 Light Grids
Output Duty Cycle
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 640 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Output Indicator Red LED
Switching Frequency 500 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1ms
Operating Temperature Range -10°C to +60°C
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection
Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
Yes
nickel plated brass
PMMA
6 Connectors

Connection
Recommended Connector
M8 3-pin connector
C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
Cable 3 m, PUR, 3 x 26 AWG
7 Accessories
Weight 13 g 47 g
Diffuse values referenced to standard Kodak test card.
Retroreflective values referenced to BOS R-9 reflector.
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BOS 08M
Technical Data Tubular
Wiring diagrams
PNP NO PNP NO
Recommended accessories and cables
q Please order separately
PS See sections 6 & 7

PNP NC PNP NC
w
PO

NPN NO NPN NO
e Reflector Cable
NS BOS R-9 C49 ANE/BNE

NPN NC NPN NC
r
NO

Emitter Emitter
t
XX

2.16
 Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 12M

BOS 12M Metal Body Style 12 mm threaded 12 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics
Easy to install Balluff
BOS12M photoelectric
sensors combine a simple
rugged short body with a
12 mm diameter to meet
most difficult mounting
applications, including
those usually met with
inductive designs.

Features

– Supply voltage
10 to 30 Vdc, polarity
reverse protected
– 200 mA output, short-
circuit protected 2
– PNP or NPN, light-on or Diffuse Contents
dark-on PNP NO Light-on 100 mm Visible Red qA BOS 12M-PS-1YA-S4-C BOS 12M-PS-1YA-BO-C-03
Selection
– Output status display NPN NO Light-on 100 mm Visible Red rA BOS 12M-NS-1YA-S4-C BOS 12M-NS-1YA-BO-C-03 Guide
– IP 67 housing PNP NC Dark-on 100 mm Visible Red wA BOS 12M-PO-1YA-S4-C BOS 12M-PO-1YA-BO-C-03
Applications
– Standard metal housing NPN NC Dark-on 100 mm Visible Red uA BOS 12M-NO-1YA-S4-C BOS 12M-NO-1YA-BO-C-03
(M12×1) PNP NO Light-on 200 mm Visible Red qA BOS 12M-PS-1YB-S4-C BOS 12M-PS-1YB-BO-C-03 Tubular
– Red and infrared light NPN NO Light-on 200 mm Visible Red rA BOS 12M-NS-1YB-S4-C BOS 12M-NS-1YB-BO-C-03 Block
versions PNP NC Dark-on 200 mm Visible Red wA BOS 12M-PO-1YB-S4-C BOS 12M-PO-1YB-BO-C-03
Distance
– Fixed and adjustable NPN NC Dark-on 200 mm Visible Red uA BOS 12M-NO-1YB-S4-C BOS 12M-NO-1YB-BO-C-03 Measurement
sensitivity PNP NO Light-on 400 mm Infrared, Pot. qA BOS 12M-PS-1PD-S4-C BOS 12M-PS-1PD-BO-C-03 (Analog)
– Cable and connector NPN NO Light-on 400 mm Infrared, Pot. rA BOS 12M-NS-1PD-S4-C BOS 12M-NS-1PD-BO-C-03 Slot & Angle
versions (M12 PNP NC Dark-on 400 mm Infrared, Pot. wA BOS 12M-PO-1PD-S4-C BOS 12M-PO-1PD-BO-C-03
Fiber Optics
connector) NPN NC Dark-on 400 mm Infrared, Pot. uA BOS 12M-NO-1PD-S4-C BOS 12M-NO-1PD-BO-C-03
Polarized Retroreflective Full Color
Detection
Applications PNP NO Dark-on 1.5 m Visible Red, Pot. qB BOS 12M-PS-1QA-S4-C BOS 12M-PS-1QA-BO-C-03
PNP NC Light-on 1.5 m Visible Red, Pot. wB BOS 12M-PO-1QA-S4-C BOS 12M-PO-1QA-BO-C-03 Color Mark
(Contrast)
– Anywhere M18×1 is NPN NO Dark-on 1.5 m Visible Red, Pot. rB BOS 12M-NS-1QA-S4-C Detection
too large Thru-beam Luminescence
– Simple M12 bore PNP NO+NC Light/Dark 5 m Receiver Visible Red, Pot. eC BLE 12M-PA-1PD-S4-C BLE 12M-PA-1PD-BO-C-03 (UV) Detection
mounting allows the NPN NO+NC Light/Dark 5 m Receiver Visible Red, Pot. iC BLE 12M-NA-1PD-S4-C Optical
sensor to be used Emitter tC BLS 12M-XX-1RD-S 4-L BLS 12M-XX-1RD-BO-L-03 Windows
wherever inductive Dimensional
proximity sensors are Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Light Grids
in use Ripple < 10%
– General automation Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
tasks Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA
– Assembly and handling Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 20 mA
– Machine building Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
– Packaging machinery Emitter Light Source Visible Red 640 nm/Long range diffuse infrared 880 nm
– Robots Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
– Machine tools Output Indicator Yellow LED
Switching Frequency Thru-beam 500 Hz/All others 200 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay)
Operating Temperature Range
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
< 2.5 ms, Thru-beam < 1 ms
-10°C to +60°C
IP 67
6Connectors

Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
nickel plated brass
PMMA 7Accessories
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 3 m, PVC, 3 x 22 AWG
Recommended Connector
Weight
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
30 g 136 g
oProduct
Overview

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A = Letter indicates detection diagram
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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 12M Tubular
Body Style 12 mm threaded
Type Straight optics

Background Suppression
PNP NO/NC Light/Dark 10...60 mm, Teach-in yD BOS 12M-PU-1HA-S4-C
Fixed Focus
PNP NO Light-on 23 mm q BOS 12M-PS-1N1I-S4-C

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 25mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Output Indicator Yellow LED
Stability Indicator Green LED
Switching Frequency f 1000 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.5ms
Operating Temperature Range -20°C to +60°C
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 30 g
Note: NPN versions available. Consult factory for details.

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See page 2.20 for diagrams Mounting bracket
BOS 12,0-KB-1

2.18
Tubular Class I Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 12M
Laser Thru-beam

Photoelectric
Body Style 12mm threaded 12mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

W W
NE NE

Thru-beam
2
PNP Receiver 3 m/30 m eEFG
eEFG BOS 12M-PA-LE10-S4 BOS 12M-PA-LE10-03 Contents
NPN Receiver 3 m/30 m iEFG
iEFG BOS 12M-NA-LE10-S4 BOS 12M-NA-LE10-03 Selection
Emitter 3 m (Resolution = 50 µm) oEoE BOS 12M-XT-LS11-S4 BOS 12M-XT-LS11-03 Guide
Emitter 30 m (Resolution = 200 µm) oFG
oFG BOS 12M-XT-LS12-S4 BOS 12M-XT-LS12-03 Applications

Supply Voltage 10...30 V DC 10...30 V DC Tubular

Ripple 10% 10% Block
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ≤ 2.5 V ≤ 2.5 V Distance
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA Measurement
Current Consumption Io (No Load) ≤ 10 mA (Emitter)/≤ 15 mA (Receiver) ≤10 mA (Emitter)/≤ 15 mA (Receiver) (Analog)

Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 DC13 Slot & Angle
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes Yes Fiber Optics
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Full Color
Emitter Light Source Laser red light (655 mm) Laser red light (655 mm) Detection
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60-947-5-2) 500 Lux 500 Lux
Color Mark
Laser Class Class 1 Class 1 (Contrast)
Emitter Focal Point LS11 = 500 mm/LS12 = N/A LS11 = 500 mm/LS12 = N/A Detection
Resolution (Max.) LS11 = 50 µm/LS12 = 200 µm LS11 = 50 µm/LS12 = 200 µm Luminescence
Output Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED (UV) Detection
Switching Frequency f 1000 Hz 1000 Hz Optical
Response Time ≤ 0.5 ms ≤ 0.5 ms Windows
Operating Temperature Range -10 to +50° C -10 to +50º C Dimensional
Degree of protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67 Light Grids
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Overload Protection Yes Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material Glass Glass
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable, 3 m
Wire Size 3 x 22 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 30 g 126 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram 6 Connectors
See page 2.20 for diagrams

Ideal for small part detection 7 Accessories

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BOS 12M
Technical Data Tubular
Wiring Diagrams C Thru Beam
PNP NO Emitter/
q Receiver
PS

PNP NC
w
PO

PNP NO+NC
e
PA
For the thru-beam sensor the maximum possible
offset between emitter and receiver is measured.
NPN NO
r
NS D Background Suppression
20.0%
Emitter 18%/18%
t 18.0%

XX
16.0%

14.0%

% Sensing Distance
18%/90%
12.0%

PNP NO/NC 10.0%

y 8.0%
90%/90%

PU 6.0%

4.0%

2.0%
NPN NC
u 0.0%

NO
10mm 15mm 20mm 25mm 30mm 35mm 40mm 45mm 50mm 55mm 60mm 65mm
Sensing Distance

NNP NO+NC
i E Laser Thru-beam
NA BOS 12M-XT-LS11-..
Minimun Object Size (mm)

Emitter Emitter/Receiver Separation = 3 m

o

A Diffuse

BOS 12M-..-1PD-... Distance from Emitter (m)

BOS 12M-..-1YB-...

BOS 12M-..-1YA-...
Kodak gray card F Laser Thru-beam
90 % reflection
BOS 12M-XT-LS12-..
Minimum Object Size (mm)

Emitter/Receiver Separation = 6 m

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach

using Kodak test card.

B Retroreflective Distance from Emitter (m)

Reflector G Laser Thru-beam

BOS R-1 BOS 12M-XT-LS12-..
Minimum Object Size (mm)

Emitter/Receiver Separation = 30 m

Sensing distance measured with lateral

approach using reflector.

2.20 Distance from Emitter (m)

 Tubular Economical
Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18K
18K Economical and Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Universal Body Style Type Straight optics Straight optics

Available in standard sensing

M18x1 M18x1
modes in either straight or
right angle versions, Balluff
BOS 18K provides OEMs a 24
high quality economical plastic 24
body sensor style, perfect for

42

42
MRO replacement. DC ver-

71.5

67
sions are available in PNP,
NPN, Normally Open, and
Normally Closed models. AC
versions come in diffuse,
polarized and non-polarized
retroreflective, and thru-beam
models.

Diffuse 2
Features PNP NO Light/Dark 300 mm 270° Pot. qA BOS 18K-PU-ID10-S4 BOS 18K-PU-ID10-02 Contents
NPN NO Light/Dark 300 mm 270° Pot. wA BOS 18K-NU-ID10-S4 BOS 18K-NU-ID10-02
Selection
– DC Versions (10 to 30 Vdc) Polarized Retroreflective Guide
– PNP/NPN/NO/NC PNP NO Light/Dark 2 m 270° Pot. qB BOS 18K-PU-PR10-S4 BOS 18K-PU-PR10-02
Applications
selectable NPN NO Light/Dark 2 m 270° Pot. wB BOS 18K-NU-PR10-S4 BOS 18K-NU-PR10-02
– Test Input (Emitter only) Thru-beam Tubular
– Straight or Right Angle PNP NO Light/Dark Receiver 12 m qC BOS 18K-PU-IE10-S4 BOS 18K-PU-IE10-02 Block
– Cable or M12 Connector NPN NO Light/Dark Receiver 12 m wC BOS 18K-NU-IE10-S4 BOS 18K-NU-IE10-02
Distance
– AC Versions (15 to 264 Vac) Emitter eC BOS 18K-XT-IS10-S4 BOS 18K-XT-IS10-02 Measurement
– Straight or Right Angle (Analog)
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Slot & Angle
Ripple < 10%
Fiber Optics
Applications Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA Full Color
Detection
– Automatic packaging Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA
machines Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Color Mark
DC 13 (Contrast)
– Part presence detection Output Duty Cycle Detection
– Conveyor lines Emitter Light Source Infrared 880nm/ Visible Red 640 nm Polarized Only Luminescence
– Parts counting Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux (UV) Detection
– Small object detection Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only) Optical
Output Indicator Red LED (Except Emitter) Windows
Stability Indicator Green LED Dimensional
Switching Frequency 500 Hz, Thru-beam 250 Hz Light Grids
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1 ms/ < 2 ms Thru-beam
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Connection
Recommended Connector
Weight
M12 4-pin connector
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
25 g
Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG

75 g
6 Connectors

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
7 Accessories

See pages 2.26-2.27 for diagrams

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Economical
BOS 18K Tubular
Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded
Type 90º optics 90º optics

Diffuse
PNP NO/NC Light/Dark 250 mm 270° Pot. qA BOS 18KR-PU-ID10-S4 BOS 18KR-PU-ID10-02
NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 250 mm 270° Pot. wA BOS 18KR-NU-ID10-S4 BOS 18KR-NU-ID10-02
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO/NC Light/Dark 1.5 m 270° Pot. qB BOS 18KR-PU-PR10-S4 BOS 18KR-PU-PR10-02
NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 1.5 m 270° Pot. wB BOS 18KR-NU-PR10-S4 BOS 18KR-NU-PR10-02
Thru-beam
PNP NO/NC Light/Dark Receiver 10 m qC BOS 18KR-PU-IE10-S4 BOS 18KR-PU-IE10-02
NPN NO/NC Light/Dark Receiver 10 m wC BOS 18KR-NU-IE10-S4 BOS 18KR-NU-IE10-02
Emitter eC BOS 18KR-XT-IS10-S4 BOS 18KR-XT-IS10-02

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm/ Visible Red 640 nm Polarized Only
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Output Indicator Red LED (Except Emitter)
Stability Indicator Green LED
Switching Frequency 500 Hz, Thru-beam 250 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1 ms/ < 2 ms Thru-beam
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25 g 75 g
q = Number indicates wiring diagram
A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.26-2.27 for diagrams

Photoelectric sensors with 90°

optics are an ideal solution
where space is limited.

2.22
 Tubular
Universal
Photoelectric
Sensors
AC & Configurable DC,
BOS 18K

Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics Straight optics

Diffuse
AC
2
PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 350 mm 2700 Pot.rD BOS 18K-5-C35-32-S4 BOS 18K-5-C35-30-02 Contents
AC NO Light-on 300 mm 270° Pot. tD BOS 18K-1-C30-20-02
Selection
AC NC Dark-on 300 mm 270° Pot. yD BOS 18K-1-C30-10-02 Guide
Non-Polarized Retroreflective
Applications
AC NC Light-on 2 m yF BOS 18K-1-A2-20-02
AC NO Dark-on 2 m tF BOS 18K-1-A2-10-02 Tubular
Polarized Retroreflective Block
PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 3 m 270° Pot. rF BOS 18K-5-B3-32-S4 BOS 18K-5-B3-30-02
Distance
Thru-beam Measurement
AC NC Light-on 8 m Receiver 270° Pot. yH BLE-18K-1-F8-20-02 (Analog)
AC NO Dark-on 8 m Receiver 270° Pot. tH BLE-18K-1-F8-10-02 Slot & Angle
PNP/NPNNO/NCLight/Dark12mReceiver270°Pot. rI BLE 18K-5-F12-32-S4 BLE 18K-5-F12-30-02
Fiber Optics
AC Emitter uH BLS-18K-1-G8-00-02
DC Emitter 12 m eI BLS 18K-5-G12-02-S4 BLS 18K-5-G12-00-02 Full Color
Detection

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 15…264 Vac, 48 to 62 Hz Color Mark

(Contrast)
Ripple < 2 V pp Detection
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 1.5 V < 2.5 V
Luminescence
Rated Output Current Ie 150 mA 100 mA (UV) Detection
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA < 10 mA
Optical
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13 AC 140 Windows
Output Duty Cycle Dimensional
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm/ Visible Red 660 nm Polarized Infrared 880 nm/ Light Grids
Visible Red 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux 5000 Lux
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter) Red LED (Emitter)
Output Indicator Yellow LED Red LED
Stability Indicator Green LED Green LED
Switching Frequency 500 Hz 25 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1 ms < 20 ms
Operating Temperature Range -15°C to +55°C -250C to +550C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 1
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
Short Circuit Protection
Overload Protection
IP 67
Yes
Yes
IP 67
No
No
6 Connectors

Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
ABS
PMMA
ABS UL 94V-0
PMMA 7 Accessories
Average 100,000 hr with
o
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Ta=+250C Product
Overview
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 22 AWG Cable 2 m, PVC, 3 x 24 AWG

t
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight Technical
25 g 100 g 100 g Reference
q = Number indicates wiring diagram DC Versions
p
AC Versions
Part
A = Letter indicates detection diagram Emitter/BLS X=32 mm, Y=3 mm, L=55 mm With Pot. Emitter Number
See pages 2.26-2.27 for diagrams Diffuse/Receiver X=42 mm, Y=3 mm, L=65 mm X=52 mm X=42 mm Index

Polarized X=42 mm, Y=3 mm, L=68 mm Y=3 mm Y=3 mm

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 Universal
Photoelectric
Sensors
AC & Configurable DC,
BOS 18K Tubular
Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded
Type 90º optics 90º optics 90º optics

AC
Diffuse
PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 350 mm 270° Pot.rE BOS 18K-5-C35-37-S4 BOS 18K-5-C35-35-02
AC NO Light-on 300 mm 270° Pot. tD BOS 18K-1-C30-25-02
AC NC Dark-on 300 mm 270° Pot. yD BOS 18K-1-C30-15-02
Non-Polarized Retroreflective
AC NC Light-on 2 m yF BOS 18K-1-A2-25-02
AC NO Dark-on 2 m tF BOS 18K-1-A2-15-02
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 3 m 270° Pot. rG BOS 18K-5-B3-37-S4 BOS 18K-5-B3-35-02
Thru-beam
AC NC Light-on 8 m Receiver 270° Pot. yH BLE-18K-1-F8-25-02
AC NO Dark-on 8 m Receiver 270° Pot. tH BLE-18K-1-F8-15-02
PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 8 m Receiver 270° Pot.rH BLE 18K-5-F8-37-S4 BLE 18K-5-F8-35-02
AC Emitter uH BLS-18K-1-G8-05-02
DC Emitter 8 m eH BLS 18K-5-G8-07-S4 BLS 18K-5-G8-05-02

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 15…264 Vac, 48 to 62 Hz

Ripple < 2 V pp
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 1.5 V < 2.5 V
Rated Output Current Ie 150 mA 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA < 10 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13 AC 140
Output Duty Cycle
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm/ Visible Red 660 nm Polarized Infrared 880 nm/
Visible Red 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux 5000 Lux
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter) Red LED (Emitter)
Output Indicator Red LED (C35, B3) Red LED
Stability Indicator Green LED Green LED
Switching Frequency 500 Hz 25 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1 ms < 20 ms
Operating Temperature Range -15°C to +55°C -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 1
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes No
Overload Protection Yes No
Housing Material ABS ABS UL 94V-0
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C Average 100,000 hr with
Ta=+25°C
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 22 AWG Cable 2 m, PVC, 3 x 24 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25 g 100 g 100 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram DC Versions AC Versions

A = Letter indicates detection diagram Diffuse L=16.5 mm With Pot. Emitter
See pages 2.26-2.27 for diagrams Polarized Retroreflective L=19.5 mm X=52 mm X=42 mm
Thru-Beam L=20.5 mm Y=75 mm Y=65 mm
2.24 L=19.5 L= 20.5
Tubular Class I Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18K Laser

Body Style 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics

Diffuse — Class I Laser 2

PNP NO Light-on 10 to 350 mm 270° Pot. iHK BOS 18K-PS-1LOC-E5-C-S 4* Contents
PNP NC Dark-on 10 to 350 mm 270° Pot. oHK BOS 18K-PO-1LOC-E5-C-S 4* *Not recommended
Polarized Retroreflective — Class I Laser for new applications. Selection
Guide
PNP NO Dark-on 12 m 270° Pot. iIL BOS 18K-PS-1LQK-E5-C-S 4* For new applications, Applications
PNP NC Light-on 12 m 270° Pot. oIL BOS 18K-PO-1LQK-E5-C-S 4* use BOS 18KF/BOS
Thru-beam — Class I Laser Tubular
PNP NO Dark-on 60 m 270° Pot. iJM BLE 18K-PS-1LT-E5-C-S 4* KW lasers on page
Block
Emitter — Class I Laser aJM BLS-18K-XX-1LT-E5-C-S 4* 2.32 & 2.33.
Distance
Measurement
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc (Analog)
Ripple < 2 V pp Slot & Angle
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Fiber Optics
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA Full Color
Detection
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Visible Red Class I Laser 650 nm Color Mark
(Contrast)
Spot Size 1 mm @ 100 mm Detection
3 mm @ 6 m Luminescence
2.5 mm @ 5 m (UV) Detection
5 mm @ 10 m Optical
10 mm @ > 20 m Windows
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux Dimensional
Power/Stability Indicator Green LED Light Grids
Output Indicator Yellow LED
Switching Frequency 1.5 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.33 ms
Operating Temperature Range -10°C to +50°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material ABS
Sensing Face Material
Emitter Life
Connection
PMMA
Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250C
M12 4-pin connector
6 Connectors

Recommended Connector
Weight
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
50 g 7 Accessories

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
Dimensional Values
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See pages 2.26-2.27 for diagrams Polarized X=42 mm, Y=6 mm, L=68 mm
Thru-Beam BLE X=42 mm, Y=3 mm, L=65 mm Technical
Reference
Thru-Beam BLS X=32 mm, Y=3 mm, L=55 mm

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 Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 18K
Technical Data Tubular
A Diffuse
Wiring Diagrams 30
mm
Grey 18%
PNP NO White 90%
q 20
PU
10
Cm
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
NPN NO
w -10
NU -20

-30

Emitter
e
XX B Polarized Retroreflective
cm BOS R-10
3 BOS R-1
2
Universal PNP/NPN NO/NC
1
NPN NO m
r 0
0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5
UU -1

-2
NPN NC -3

C Thru-Beam
NPN NO cm
40

30

20
NPN NC
10
m
0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
-10

-20

AC version NO -30
t
-40

AC version NC
y
D Diffuse
Kodak gray card
Kodak 90% Reflection
AC version Emitter gray card
u 18% Refllection

PNP NO
i
PS
Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak test card.

PNP NC
o
PO E Non-Polarized Retroreflective
Reflector
BOS R-1
Reflector
a Emitter BOS R-10

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using reflector.

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 Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 18K
Technical Data
F Polarized Retroreflective K Resolution – Diffuse Class I Laser

Photoelectric
Reflekctor
BOS R-1

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using reflector.

G Thru-Beam BLE/BLS
Emitter/
Receiver

2
Contents

Selection
For the thru-beam sensor, the maximum possible offset between emitter Guide
and receiver is measured.
L Resolution – Retroreflective Class I Laser Applications

Tubular
Block
H Diffuse with potentiometer Class I Laser
Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Kodak gray card
Kodak
gray card
90% Reflection Slot & Angle
18% Reflection
Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak gray card. (Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
I (UV) Detection
Retroreflective Class I Laser Optical
Windows
Reflector
BOS R-1 Dimensional
Reflector Light Grids
BOS R-10

M Resolution – Thru-Beam Class I Laser

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using reflector.

J Thru-Beam Class I Laser

Emitter/
Receiver 6 Connectors

7 Accessories

o Product
Overview

t
For the thru-beam sensor, the maximum possible offset
between emitter and receiver is measured. Technical
Reference

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18KF Tubular
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics
BOS 18KF
Advanced Body Style

14

14
Combination Body Style
M18x1 M18x1
Balluff’s BOS 18KF Body Style
represents the broadest, most 24 24
technologically advanced

X
18mm tubular photoelectric

43

43
family in the world. The
innovative plastic flat tubular

Y
design allows the 18KF to be

Y
mounted like a tubular or block x y

25
25
Sn Sn
style sensor. The 18KF, Sn Sn
L1 34 67
available in either straight or O3.8 O3.8
right angle versions, offers

10
14.5
maximum flexibility in mounting L2 24 57 LED LED
options.
Background Suppression (BGS) (L1)
PNP NO+NC Light-on 50...100 mm Teach-in qA BOS 18KF-PA-1HA-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1HA-C-02
The 18KF Body Style is a true
NPN NO+NC Light-on 50...100 mm Teach-in wA BOS 18KF-NA-1HA-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1HA-C-02
platform approach to fulfilling
Foreground/Background Suppression (FGBGS) (L1)
all of your sensing needs while
PNP NO+NC Light-on 40...100 mm Teach-in qB BOS 18KF-PA-1GA-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1GA-C-02
solving your most difficult
NPN NO+NC Light-on 40...100 mm Teach-in wB BOS 18KF-NA-1GA-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1GA-C-02
applications.
Long Range Diffuse (L1)
Features PNP NO+NC Light-on 700 mm 270° Pot. qC BOS 18KF-PA-1PE-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1PE-C-02
NPN NO+NC Light-on 700 mm 270° Pot. wC BOS 18KF-NA-1PE-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1PE-C-02
– Innovative plastic flat 18mm Mid Range Diffuse (L1)

tubular design PNP NO+NC Light-on 400 mm 270° Pot. qD BOS 18KF-PA-1PD-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1PD-C-02
– Straight or right angle NPN NO+NC Light-on 400 mm 270° Pot. wD BOS 18KF-NA-1PD-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1PD-C-02
versions Short Range Diffuse (L 2)

– 10 to 30 Vdc supply voltage PNP NO+NC Light-on 100 mm qE BOS 18KF-PA-1XA-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1XA-C-02
works with most DC supplies NPN NO+NC Light-on 100 mm wE BOS 18KF-NA-1XA-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1XA-C-02
– Simple potentiometer Fixed Focus (L 2)

adjustment or the patented PNP NO+NC Light-on 80 mm qF BOS 18KF-PA-1N1R-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1N1R-C-02
EASYtouchTM System found NPN NO+NC Light-on 80 mm wF BOS 18KF-NA-1N1R-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1N1R-C-02
on select versions make set-
up as simple as a push of Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc
the button Ripple < 10%
– Standard M12 connector or Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
cable out versions Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
– Highly visible LEDs aid Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA
troubleshooting and set-up Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
– Extensive line of mounting Emitter Light Source Visible Red 630 nm BGS, FGBGS, Fixed Focus/Infrared 880 nm Diffuse
accessories Light Spot BGS/FGBGS 8 mm @ 100 mm
– Test input on Thru-beam Diameter Long Range Diffuse 200 mm @ 600 mm
versions can be used to Mid Range Diffuse 100 mm @ 300 mm
verify operational status of Short Range Diffuse 80 mm @ 100 mm
system Fixed Focus 20 mm @ 80 mm
– Economical standard sensing Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
modes to solve typical Output Indicator Yellow LED
applications Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 500 Hz BGS, 250 Hz FGBGS, 1 kHz Diffuse/Fixed Focus
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1 ms BGS, < 2 ms FGBGS, < 0.5 ms Diffuse/Fixed Focus
Applications
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
– Assembly machines
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
– Conveyors
Short Circuit Protection Yes
– Packaging machines
Overload Protection Yes
– Automotive assembly
Housing Material PBT
– Automatic storage and
Sensing Face Material PMMA
retrieval systems
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
– Filling machines
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
– Bagging machines
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25 g 75 g
q = Number indicates wiring diagram
2.28 A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.34-2.35 for diagrams
Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18KF
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics

14

14
M18x1 M18x1

24 24

X
43

43
Y
x y

Y
Sn Sn

25
25
L1 34 67 Sn Sn

O3.8 O3.8
L2 24 57

10
14.5
Polarized Retroreflective (L1)
LED LED
2
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 4.5 m 270° Pot. qH BOS 18KF-PA-1QD-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1QD-C-02 Contents
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 4.5 m 270° Pot. wH BOS 18KF-NA-1QD-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1QD-C-02 Selection
Non-Polarized Retroreflective (L2) Guide
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 5 m qI BOS 18KF-PA-1RE-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1RE-C-02 Applications
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 5 m wI BOS 18KF-NA-1RE-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1RE-C-02 Tubular
Transparent Detection Retroreflective (L1)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 1.7 m 270° Pot. BOS 18KF-PA-1TB-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1TB-C-02 Block
qJ
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 1.7 m 270° Pot. wJ BOS 18KF-NA-1TB-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1TB-C-02 Distance
Thru-beam (L1) Measurement
(Analog)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 15 m Receiver 270° Pot. qK BLE 18KF-PA-1PP-S4-C BLE 18KF-PA-1PP-C-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 15 m Receiver 270° Pot. BLE 18KF-NA-1PP-S4-C BLE 18KF-NA-1PP-C-02 Slot & Angle
wK
Emitter (L2) eK BLS 18KF-XX-1P-S4-L BLS 18KF-XX-1P-L-02 Fiber Optics

Full Color
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Detection
Ripple < 10% Color Mark
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V (Contrast)
Detection
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA/ < 35 mA Emitter Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 660 nm Polarized Retro, Transparent /Infrared 880 nm Optical
Windows
Non-Polarized, Thru-beam
Light Spot Diameter Polarized 45 mm @ 1 m Dimensional
Light Grids
Non-Polarized 100 mm @ 2 m
Transparent 45 mm @ 1 m
Thru-beam 500 mm @ 15 m
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 250 Hz Thru-beam, Retroreflective (All), 150 Hz Distance
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 2 ms Thru-beam, Retroreflective (All), < 3.33 ms Distance
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
Class 2
IP 67
6 Connectors

7
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes Accessories
Housing Material PBT
Sensing Face Material
Emitter Life
Connection
PMMA
Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
o Product
Overview

Recommended Connector
Weight
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
25 g 75 g t Technical
Reference

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.34-2.35 for diagrams
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Index

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18KW Tubular
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Type 90º optics 90º optics
M18x1 M18x1

X
43
24

43
24

Y
x y

25

25
Sn Sn Sn Sn
L1 46 79 O3.8 O3.8

10
14.5
L2 36 69 LED LED

Long Range Diffuse (L1)

PNP NO+NC Light-on 400 mm 270° Pot. qN BOS 18KW-PA-1PD-S4-C BOS 18KW-PA-1PD-C-02
NPN NO+NC Light-on 400 mm 270° Pot. wN BOS 18KW-NA-1PD-S4-C BOS 18KW-NA-1PD-C-02
Short Range Diffuse (L2)
PNP NO+NC Light-on 80 mm qO BOS 18KW-PA-1XA-S4-C BOS 18KW-PA-1XA-C-02
NPN NO+NC Light-on 80 mm wO BOS 18KW-NA-1XA-S4-C BOS 18KW-NA-1XA-C-02
Fixed Focus (L2)
PNP NO+NC Light-on 80 mm qP BOS 18KW-PA-1N1R-S4-C BOS 18KW-PA-1N1R-C-02
NPN NO+NC Light-on 80 mm wP BOS 18KW-NA-1N1R-S4-C BOS 18KW-NA-1N1R-C-02
Polarized Retroreflective (L1)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 3 m 270° Pot. qQ BOS 18KW-PA-1QC-S4-C BOS 18KW-PA-1QC-C-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 3 m 270° Pot. wQ BOS 18KW-NA-1QC-S4-C BOS 18KW-NA-1QC-C-02
Transparent Detection Retroreflective (L1)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 1.7 m 270° Pot. qR BOS 18KW-PA-1TB-S4-C BOS 18KW-PA-1TB-C-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 1.7 m 270° Pot. wR BOS 18KW-NA-1TB-S4-C BOS 18KW-NA-1TB-C-02
Thru-beam (L1)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 10 m Receiver 270° Pot. qS BLE 18KW-PA-1PP-S4-C BLE 18KW-PA-1PP-C-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 10 m Receiver 270° Pot. wS BLE 18KW-NA-1PP-S4-C BLE 18KW-NA-1PP-C-02
Emitter (L2) eS BLS 18KW-XX-1P-S4-L BLS 18KW-XX-1P-L-02

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 630 nm Fixed Focus/Infrared 880 nm Diffuse
Light Spot Diameter Long Range Diffuse 35 mm @ 400 mm
Short Range Diffuse 55 mm @ 100 mm
Fixed Focus 25 mm @ 80 mm
Polarized 60 mm @ 2 m
Transparent 60 mm @ 1 m
Thru-beam 470 mm @ 10 m
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 250 Hz Thru-beam, 1 kHz Diffuse/Fixed Focus/Retroreflective
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 2 ms Thru-beam, < 0.5 ms Diffuse/Fixed Focus/Retroreflective
OperatingTemperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25 g 75 g
2.30
q = Number indicates wiring diagram A = Letter indicates detection diagram See pages 2.34-2.35 for diagrams
Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18KW
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type 90º optics 90º optics

2
Contents
Background Suppression (BGS) Selection
PNP NO+NC Light-on 50...100 mm Teach-in qM BOS 18KW-PA-1HA-S4-C BOS 18KW-PA-1HA-C-02 Guide
NPN NO+NC Light-on 50...100 mm Teach-in wM BOS 18KW-NA-1HA-S4-C BOS 18KW-NA-1HA-C-02 Applications

Tubular
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc
Ripple < 10% Block
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V Distance
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA Measurement
(Analog)
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle Slot & Angle
DC 13
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 630 nm Fiber Optics
Light Spot Diameter 10 mm @ 100 mm Full Color
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux Detection
Output Indicator Yellow LED Color Mark
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED (Contrast)
Detection
Switching Frequency f 500 Hz BGS
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1 ms BGS Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Optical
Windows
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes Dimensional
Light Grids
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25 g 75 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram Connector Orientation

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.34-2.35 for diagrams
6 Connectors

7 Accessories

o Product
Overview

t Technical
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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18KF Laser Class I Laser Tubular
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

14

14
M18x1 M18x1

24 24

X
43

43
Y
Y
25

25
x y Sn Sn
Sn Sn
L1 34 67 O3.8 O3.8

10
14.5
LED LED
L2 24 57

Diffuse — Class I Laser (L1)

PNP NO+NC Light-on 350 mm 270° Pot. qT BOS 18KF-PA-1LOC-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1LOC-C-02
NPN NO+NC Light-on 350 mm 270° Pot. wT BOS 18KF-NA-1LOC-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1LOC-C-02
Polarized Retroreflective — Class I Laser (L1)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 16 m 270° Pot. qU BOS 18KF-PA-1LQP-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1LQP-C-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 16 m 270° Pot. wU BOS 18KF-NA-1LQP-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1LQP-C-02
Thru-beam — Class I Laser (L1)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 60 m Receiver 270° Pot. qV BLE 18KF-PA-1LT-S4-C BLE 18KF-PA-1LT-C-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 60 m Receiver 270° Pot. wV BLE 18KF-NA-1LT-S4-C BLE 18KF-NA-1LT-C-02
Emitter (L2) eV BLS 18KF-XX-1LT-S4-L BLS 18KF-XX-1LT-L-02

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA/ < 35 mA (Emitter only)
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Class I Laser 650 nm
Spot Size Diffuse 0.5 mm @ 150 mm
Polarized 9 mm @ 1 m
Thru-beam 5 mm @ 10 m
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 1.5 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 333 µs
OperatingTemperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25g 75 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.34-2.35 for diagrams

2.32
Tubular Class I Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18KW Laser
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type 90º optics 90º optics

M18x1 M18x1

X
43
24

43
24

Y
25

25
Sn Sn
x y
O3.8 O3.8
Sn Sn

10
L1 46 79

14.5
LED LED

L2 36 69
Contents
Diffuse — Class I Laser (L1) Selection
PNP NO+NC Light-on 250 mm 270° Pot. qW BOS 18KW-PA-1LOB-S4-C BOS 18KW-PA-1LOB-C-02 Guide
NPN NO+NC Light-on 250 mm 270° Pot. wW BOS 18KW-NA-1LOB-S4-C BOS 18KW-NA-1LOB-C-02 Applications
Polarized Retroreflective — Class I Laser (L1) Tubular
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 9 m 270° Pot. qX BOS 18KW-PA-1LQH-S4-C BOS 18KW-PA-1LQH-C-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 9 m 270° Pot. BOS 18KW-NA-1LQH-S4-C BOS 18KW-NA-1LQH-C-02 Block
wX
Thru-beam — Class I Laser (L1) Distance
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 50 m Receiver 270° Pot. BLE 18KW-PA-1LT-S4-C BLE 18KW-PA-1LT-C-02 Measurement
qY (Analog)
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 50 m Receiver 270° Pot. wY BLE 18KW-NA-1LT-S4-C BLE 18KW-NA-1LT-C-02
Emitter (L2) BLS 18KW-XX-1LT-S4-L BLS 18KW-XX-1LT-L-02 Slot & Angle
eY
Fiber Optics
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Full Color
Ripple < 10% Detection
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V Color Mark
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA (Contrast)
Detection
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA/ < 35 mA (Emitter only)
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Emitter Light Source Class I Laser 650 nm
Spot Size Diffuse 0.5 mm @ 150 mm Optical
Windows
Polarized 9 mm @ 1 m
Thru-beam 5 mm @ 10 m Dimensional
Light Grids
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 1.5 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 333 µs
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection
Housing Material
Yes
PBT
6 Connectors

7
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C Accessories
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector
Weight
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
25 g 75 g o Product
Overview

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.34-2.35 for diagrams
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 Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 18KF/KW
Technical Data Tubular
Wiring Diagrams F Fixed Focus – straight
q PNP NO+NC mm
1 BN 6 cm
+UB +UB
PA 4 BK 4
100

2 WH Gray 18% White 90%

2
3 BU
0V 0V
0 cm 10 White 90%
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 Gray 18%
-2
NPN NO+NC
w 1
+UB BN
+UB -4
NA 4 BK
-6
1
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
m

2 WH
3 BU
0V 0V

G Polarized Retroreflective – straight

e Emitter
1 BN
XX 4
+UB
BK
+UB BOS R-1
Test– Test–
2 WH
Test+ Test+
3 BU BOS R-1
0V 0V

A Background Suppression – straight

percentage
difference
H Non-Polarized Retroreflective – straight
percentage
difference BOS R-10
cm BOS R-1 cm BOS R-1
gray18% gray 18% 5 100

3
white 90% white 90%
1 BOS R-10
settings against white background 90% settings against white background 90%
m 10
-1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6

Tolerance with standard setting Tolerance with fine setting -2

-3 1 m
0 1 2 3 4 5 6

B Foreground/Background Suppression – straight

120
n
are
a
IcmTransparent Retroreflective – straight
100 re ssio
pp 3
su
nd rea 10 BOS R-10
80
rou n a BOS R-10
ctio
ckg Dete
2
Ba BOS R-1
60 area
sion 1
pres
40 sup BOS R-1
nd
grou 0 m
20 Fore 0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0
0 -1
40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110
-2
1 m
-3 0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0

C Long Range Diffuse – straight

gray 18%
white 90%
J Thru-Beam – straight
white 90%
gray 18%

D Mid Range Diffuse – straight

mm
15
100 K Background Suppression – 90°
10 White 90%
Gray 18%
5
White 90% percentage
0 cm 10 difference percetage
0 10 20 30 40 50 Gray 18% difference
-5
gray 18% gray 18%
-10
1 cm
-15 0 10 20 30 40 50 white 90% white 90%

settings against with background 90% settings against white background 90 %

E Short Range Diffuse – straight

L Long Range Diffuse – 90°
white 90%
gray 18% white 90%

gray 18%
gray 18% white 90%

gray 18% white 90%

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BOS 18KF/KW
Technical Data
M Short Range Diffuse – 90° T Thru-Beam Class I Laser – straight

Photoelectric
white 90%
gray 18%

gray 18% white 90%

N Fixed Focus – 90°

mm U Diffuse Class I Laser – 90°
4
100

2 White 90%
Gray 18%

10 gray 18% white 90%

0 cm White 90%
0 2 4 6 8 10
Gray 18%
-2

1 cm
-4 0 2 4 6 8 10

O Polarized Retroreflective – 90° 2

V Polarized Retrorflective Class I Laser – 90° Contents
BOS R-1 Selection
BOS R-1 Guide
BOS R-1

Applications

Tubular
Block
P Transparent Retroreflective – 90° Distance
cm
Measurement
(Analog)
3
BOS R-10 10 BOS R-10
W Thru-Beam Class I Laser – 90°
2
BOS R-1 Slot & Angle
1

0 m
BOS R-1 Fiber Optics
0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0
-1 Full Color
-2 Detection
1 m
-3 0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0
Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection
Q Thru-Beam – 90° Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Recommended Accessories & Connectors Optical
Sold separately. See section 6 & 7. Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

R Diffuse Class I Laser – straight

white 90% Bracket

gray 18% Adapter Bracket BES 18-HW-1
BOS 18.0-BS-3
Swivel Mount
BOS 18.0-KB-1
6 Connectors

S Diffuse Class I Laser – 90°

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18M Tubular
Body Style 18 mm threaded
BOS 18M Metal Rugged Body Style
Type Straight optics
Balluff 18M photoelectric sensors feature
an epoxy filled rugged metal 18mm tubular
body designed to survive in tough
applications where other photoelectric
sensors fail. The 18M body style, designed
to meet the stringent requirements of the
machine tool industry, is available in AC or
DC operating voltages to meet most
operational requirements. The BOS 18M
precision background suppression sensor
is so precise it can detect a white business
card on a white background. A highly
visible red emission with a small spot
diameter aids in set-up and operation
especially when detecting small targets. It‘s Background Suppression
rugged metal housing is available in straight PNP NO+NC Light-on 40 …120 mm, multi-turn Pot. eA BOS 18M-PA-1HA-S4-C
or right angle sensing models, plus cable or PNP NO Light-on 10 …120 mm, multi-turn Pot. qA
M12 connector versions for simple, error Diffuse
free wiring. PNP NO, Light-on 100 mm qB
PNP NC, Dark-on 100 mm wB
PNP NO+NC Light-on 100 mm, 270° Pot. eB
BOS 18E Stainless Steel Extreme PNP NO, Light-on 200 mm qB
Body Style (Page 2.44) PNP NC, Dark-on 200 mm wB
PNP NO+NC Light-on 400 mm, 270° Pot. eB
If other sensors are failing in your NPN NO+NC Light-on 400 mm, 270° Pot. rB
application, try Balluff’s 18E extreme body PNP NO+NC Light-on 1000 mm, 270° Pot. eB
syle to keep your production rate high and
your maintenance bill low. The Balluff 18E Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc
is machined from a single piece of Ripple < 10%
corrosion resistance stainless steel Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V
(1.4571) to prevent surface degradation. Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA
The 18E extreme, designed to meet FDA Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA
requirements, is equipped with a 2mm Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
thick Tempax lens and is sealed to IP68 to Emitter Light Source Visible Red 660 nm
withstand high-pressure hose down and Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 2000 Lux.
even steam cleaning. The sensor part Output Indicator Yellow LED
number is engraved for permanent Switching Frequency f 600 Hz
identification. Response Time (On/Off Delay) 0.8 ms
Operating Temperature Range -15°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Features Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
– Rugged IP 67 Metal housing Short Circuit Protection Yes
– Short circuit and overload protection Overload Protection Yes
– High immunity to ambient light and noise Housing Material nickel plated brass
spikes Sensing Face Material Glass
Connection M12 4-pin connector
– Potentiometer for sensitivity adjustment
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
(most models)
Weight 62 g

Applications q = Number indicates wiring diagram BOS 18M Diffuse sensor with back-
– Machine tool A = Letter indicates detection diagram ground suppression — Detect small
– Packaging machines See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams parts reliably and ensure quality
– Assembly machines
– Automotive assembly
– Automatic storage and retrieval systems
– Bagging machines
– Food and beverage machines

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Sensors BOS 18M

18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Straight optics Straight optics Straight optics Straight optics Straight optics

M12x1

BOS 18M-PA-1HA-C-02 2
BOS 18M-PS-1HA-E5-C-S4 Contents

Selection
BOS18M-PS-1XA-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PS-1XA-E4-C-03 Guide
BOS18M-PO-1XA-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PO-1XA-E4-C-03
Applications
BOS -18M-PA-1PA-E5-C-S4
BOS18M-PS-1XB-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PS-1XB-E4-C-03 Tubular
BOS18M-PO-1XB-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PO-1XB-E4-C-03 Block
BOS 18M-PA-1PD-E5-C-S4
Distance
BOS 18M-NA-1PD-E5-C-S4 Measurement
BOS 18M-PA-1PF-E5-C-S4 (Analog)
Slot & Angle
10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc
Fiber Optics
< 10% < 20% < 10% < 10% < 10%
< 2.5 V <2V < 2.5 V < 2.5 V < 2.5 V Full Color
Detection
200 mA 200 mA 200 mA 200 mA 200 mA
< 30 mA < 30 mA < 20 mA < 20 mA < 20 mA Color Mark
(Contrast)
DC 13 DC 13 DC 13 DC 13 DC 13 Detection
Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Luminescence
2000 Lux. 5000 Lux. 2000 Lux. 2000 Lux. 5000 Lux. (UV) Detection
Yellow LED Yellow LED Yellow LED Yellow LED Yellow LED Optical
600 Hz 500 Hz 500 Hz 500 Hz 100 Hz Windows
0.8 ms 1 ms 1 ms 1 ms 5 ms Dimensional
-15°C to +55°C -25°C to +55°C -5°C to +55°C -5°C to +55°C -5°C to +55°C Light Grids
Class 2 Class 2 Class 2 Class 2 Class 2
IP 67 IP 67 IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
nickel plated brass nickel plated brass nickel plated brass nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Glass Glass PMMA PMMA PMMA
2 m Cable 4x22 AWG M12 4-pin connector M12 4-pin connector 3 m Cable, 3 x 22 AWG M12 4-pin connector
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M C04 AEL-00-VY-050M C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
100 g 50 g 40 g 150 g 40 g

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Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics Straight optics

Diffuse
PNP NO+NC Light-on 100 mm, 270° Pot. eB BOS-18M-PA-1PA-E4-C-03
PNP NO, Light-on 400 mm, 18-turn Pot. qB BOS 18M-PS-1PD-E4-C-03
PNP NO, Dark-on 400 mm, 18-turn Pot. wB BOS 18M-PO-1PD-E4-C-03
PNP NO+NC Light-on 400 mm, 270° Pot. eB BOS18M-PA-1PD-E4-C-03
NPN NO+NC Light-on 400 mm, 270° Pot. rB BOS 18M-NA-1PD-E4-C-03
PNP+NPN NO/NC Light-on/Dark-on 1000 mm, 18-turn Pot. t BOS 18M-GU-1PF-S4-Y

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 11…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10% < 10% < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V < 2.5 V < 2.5 V
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 20 mA < 20 mA < 25 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 DC 13 DC 13
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux. 5000 Lux. 1000 Lux.
Output Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED Yellow LED
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 100 Hz 100 Hz 1 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 5 ms 5 ms 0.5 ms
Operating Temperature Range -5°C to +55°C -5°C to +55°C -20°C to +60°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2 Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67 IP 65
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes Yes
Overload Protection Yes Yes Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA Glass
Connection 3 m Cable, 3 x 22 AWG 3 m Cable, 3 x 22 AWG M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 150 g 150 g 100 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams

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 Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18M

Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics Straight optics

M12x1

Non-Polarized Retroreflective 2
PNP NO, Dark-on 2 m qC BOS 18M-PS-1RB-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PS-1RB-E4-C-03 Contents
PNP NO, Light-on 2 m wC BOS 18M-PO-1RB-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PO-1RB-E4-C-03
Selection
PNP NO, Dark-on 4 m, 270° Pot. qC BOS 18M-PS-1RD-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PS-1RD-E4-C-03 Guide
PNP NO, Light-on 4 m, 270° Pot. wC BOS 18M-PO-1RD-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PO-1RD-E4-C-03
Applications
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 4 m, 270° Pot. eC BOS 18M-PA-1VD-E5-C-S4
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 4 m, 270° Pot. rC BOS 18M-NA-1VD-E5-C-S4 Tubular
Thru-beam Block
PNP NO, Dark-on 16 m, Receiver qD BLE 18M-PS-1P-E5-C-S4 BLE 18M-PS-1P-E4-C-03 Distance
PNP NO, Light-on 16 m, Receiver wD BLE 18M-PO-1P-E5-C-S4 BLE 18M-PO-1P-E4-C-03 Measurement
Emitter 16 m uD BLS 18M-XX-1P-E5-L-S4 BLS 18M-XX-1P-E4-L-03 (Analog)
Slot & Angle
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc
Fiber Optics
Ripple < 10% < 10% < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V < 2.5 V < 2.5 V Full Color
Detection
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 20 mA < 20 mA < 20 mA Color Mark
(Contrast)
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13 DC 13 DC 13 Detection
Output Duty Cycle Luminescence
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm (UV) Detection
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 2000 Lux. 2000 Lux. 5000 Lux. Optical
Output Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED Yellow LED Windows
Switching Frequency f 100 Hz 100 Hz 100 Hz Dimensional
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 5 ms 5 ms 5 ms Light Grids
Operating Temperature Range -5°C to +55°C -5°C to +55°C -15°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2 Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes Yes
Overload Protection Yes Yes Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA PMMA
Connection M12 4-pin connector 3 m Cable, 3 x 22 AWG M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 40 g 150 g 40 g
6 Connectors

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams
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Sensors BOS 18M Tubular
Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics Straight optics

Non-Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 4 m, 270° Pot. eC BOS 18M-PA-1VD-E4-C-03
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 4 m, 270° Pot. rC BOS 18M-NA-1VD-E4-C-03
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 2 m, 270° Pot. eC BOS 18M-PA-1QB-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-PA-1QB-E4-C-03
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 2 m, 270° Pot. rC BOS 18M-NA-1QB-E5-C-S4 BOS 18M-NA-1QB-E4-C-03

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10% < 10% < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V < 2.5 V < 2.5 V
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 20 mA < 20 mA < 20 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13 DC 13 DC 13
Output Duty Cycle
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux. 5000 Lux. 5000 Lux.
Output Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED Yellow LED
Switching Frequency f 100 Hz 100 Hz 100 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 5 ms 5 ms 5 ms
Operating Temperature Range -15°C to +55°C -15°C to +55°C -15°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2 Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes Yes
Overload Protection Yes Yes Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA PMMA
Connection 3 m Cable, 3 x 22 AWG M12 4-pin connector 3 m Cable, 3 x 22 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 150 g 40 g 150 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams

2.40
Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18M

Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics

Diffuse 2
AC 3 wire, NO, Light-on, 100 mm oB BOS 18M-WS-7XA-B0-L-03 Contents
AC 3 wire, NC, Dark-on, 100 mm aB BOS 18M-WO-7XA-B0-L-03
Selection
AC 3 wire, NO, Light-on, 200 mm oB BOS 18M-WS-7XB-B0-L-03 Guide
AC 3 wire, NO, Light-on, 200 mm, 16-turn Pot. aB BOS 18M-WS-7PB-B1-L-03
Applications
Non-Polarized Retroreflective
AC 3 wire, NO, Dark-on, 2 m oC BOS 18M-WS-7RB-B0-L-03 Tubular
AC 3 wire, NC, Light-on, 2 m oC BOS 18M-WO-7RB-B0-L-03 Block

Distance
Supply Voltage 20…250 Vac 20…250 Vac Measurement
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <4V <4V (Analog)
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA Slot & Angle
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 15 mA < 15 mA
Fiber Optics
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) AC 140 AC 140
Output Duty Cycle Full Color
Detection
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux. 5000 Lux. Color Mark
(Contrast)
Output Indicator Red LED Red LED Detection
Switching Frequency f 10 Hz 10 Hz Luminescence
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 50 ms 50 ms (UV) Detection
Operating Temperature Range -5°C to +55°C -5°C to +55°C Optical
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2 Windows
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67 Dimensional
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes Light Grids
Overload Protection Yes Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA
Connection 3 m Cable, 3 x 22 AWG 3 m Cable, 3 x 22 AWG
Recommended Connector
Weight 160 g 160 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

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A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams
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Sensors BOS 18M Advanced Tubular
Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

Diffuse
PNP NO/NC, Alarm output, Light-on/Dark-on, 400 mm, Teach-in yB BOS 18M-PU-1PD-S4-C
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO/NC, Alarm output, Light-on/Dark-on, 2 m, Teach-in yC BOS 18M-PU-1QB-S4-C
Thru-beam
PNP NO/NC, Alarm output, Light-on/Dark-on, 16 m, Teach-in, Receiver yD BLE 18M-PU-1PP-S4-C
Emitter, Test-input, 16 m iD BLS 18M-XX-1P-S4-L

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V < 2.5 V
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 25 mA < 25 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 DC 13
Emitter Light Source Polarized Visible Red 660 nm
Others Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux. 5000 Lux.
Output Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED
Stability Indicator Green LED Green LED
Switching Frequency f 500 Hz 500 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 1 ms 1 ms
Operation Temperature Range -15°C to +55°C -15°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Overload Protection Yes Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA Glass
Connection M12 4-pin connector M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 65 g 65 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams

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 Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18MR

Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type 90º optics 90º optics 90º optics

2
Background Suppression Contents
PNP NO Light-on q BOS 18MR-PS-1HA-E5-C-S4
Selection
10…120 mm, 270° Pot. Guide
PNP NO+NC Light-on e BOS 18MR-PA-1HA-S4-C BOS 18MR-PA-1HA-C-02
Applications
40 …120 mm, 270° Pot.
Diffuse Tubular
PNP NO Light-on q BOS 18MR-PS-1OD-E5-C-S4 Block
400 mm 270° Pot.
Distance
Polarized Retroreflective Measurement
PNP NO Dark-on q BOS 18MR-PS-1QB-E5-C-S4 (Analog)
2 m, 270° Pot. Slot & Angle
Thru-beam
Fiber Optics
PNP NO+NC Light/Dark e BLE 18MR-PA-1PP-E5-C-S4
16 m Receiver, 270° Pot. Full Color
Detection
16 m Emitter, Test Input i BLS 18MR-XX-1P-E5-C-S4
Color Mark
(Contrast)
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc Detection
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V < 2.5 V < 2.5 V
Luminescence
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA 200 mA (UV) Detection
Current Consumption IO < 20 mA < 30 mA < 30 mA Optical
(No Load) Windows
Utilization Category (IEC 60- DC 13 DC 13 DC 13 Dimensional
947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle Light Grids
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity 10000 Lux 2000 Lux. 2000 Lux.
Output Indicator 2 x Yellow LED Yellow Yellow
Stability Indicator Green LED
Switching Frequency f 500 Hz BGS, 1.5 kHz others 600 Hz 600 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1ms BGS, < 0.5ms others 0.8 ms 0.8 ms
Operating Temperature Range -250C to +550C -15°C to +55°C -15°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class II Class II Class II
Degree of Protection per IEC IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
60529
Short Circuit Protection
Overload Protection
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Sensing Face Material
nickel plated brass
Glass
nickel plated brass
Glass
nickel plated brass
Glass 7 Accessories
Connection M12 4-pin connector M12 4-pin connector 2 m Cable 4 x 22 AWG
Recommended Connector
Weight
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
50 g
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
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Sensors
BOS 18E
Extreme Duty Tubular
Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

Diffuse
PNP NO, Light-on, 100 mm, Visible Red qE BOS 18E-PS-1YA-E5-D-S4
PNP NO, Light-on, 100 mm, Infrared qE BOS 18E-PS-1XA-SA1-S4
PNP NO, Light-on, 200 mm, Visible Red qE BOS 18E-PS-1YB-E5-D-S4
PNP NO, Light-on, 200 mm, Infrared qE BOS 18E-PS-1XB-SA1-S4
PNP NO, Light-on, 400 mm, Visible Red qE BOS 18E-PS-1YD-E5-D-S4
PNP NO, Light-on, 400 mm, Infrared Red qE BOS 18E-PS-1XD-SA1-S4
Non-Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO, Dark-on, 4 m, Visible Red qE BOS 18E-PS-1WD-E5-D-S4
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO, Dark-on, 2 m, Visible Red qE BOS 18E-PS-1UB-E5-D-S4 BOS 18E-PS-1UB-SA1-S4
Thru-beam
PNP NO, Dark-on, 16 m, Infrared Red qD BLE 18E-PS-1P-E5-D-S4 BLE 18E-PS-1P-SA1-S4
Emitter, 16 m uD BLS 18E-XX-1P-E5-X-S4 BLS 18E-XX-1P-SA1-S4

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V < 2.5 V
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) Emitter < 40 mA < 40 mA
All Others < 25 mA < 25 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 DC 13
Emitter Light Source -SA1 Types (except -1UB) Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
All Others Visble Red 660 nm Visble Red 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 2000 Lux. 2000 Lux.
LED Indicators No No
Switching Frequency f 100 Hz 100 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 5 ms 5 ms
Operating Temperature Range -20°C to +75°C -20°C to +75°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 69K and IP 68 Wash Down IP 69K and IP 68 Wash Down
Rated (per BWN Pr. 27) Rated (per BWN Pr. 27)
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Overload Protection Yes Yes
Housing Material Stainless Steel 1.4571 316L Stainless Steel 1.4571 316L
Sensing Face Material Glass PMMA Scratch resistant
Connection M12 4-pin connector M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 40 g 40 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams

2.44
Tubular Class I Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18M Laser

Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics

M18x1 M18x1

24
24

43
43

Y
Y
Sn Sn

10
14.5
LED LED

2
Diffuse Class I Laser (L1) Contents
PNP NO+NC Light-on 350 mm 270° Pot. eG BOS 18M-PA-LD-10-S4 BOS 18M-PA-LD-10-02
Selection
NPN NO+NC Light-on 350 mm 270° Pot. rG BOS 18M-NA-LD-10-S4 BOS 18M-NA-LD-10-02 Guide
Polarized Retroreflective Class I Laser (L1)
Applications
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 16 m 270° Pot. eH BOS 18M-PA-LR-10-S4 BOS 18M-PA-LR-10-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 16 m 270° Pot. rH BOS 18M-NA-LR-10-S4 BOS 18M-NA-LR-10-02 Tubular
Thru-beam Class I Laser (L2) Block
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 60 m Receiver 270° Pot. eI BOS 18M-PA-LE-10-S4 BOS 18M-PA-LE-10-02
Distance
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 60 m Receiver 270° Pot. rI BOS 18M-NA-LE-10-S4 BOS 18M-NA-LE-10-02 Measurement
Emitter (L2) iI BOS 18M-XT-LS-10-S4 BOS 18M-XT-LS-10-02 (Analog)
Slot & Angle
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc
Fiber Optics
Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V Full Color
Detection
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA/ < 35 mA (Emitter only) Color Mark
(Contrast)
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 Detection
Emitter Light Source Class I Laser 650 nm Luminescence
Spot Size Diffuse 0.5 mm @ 200 mm (UV) Detection
Polarized 9 mm @ 1 m Optical
Thru-Beam 5 mm @ 10 m Windows
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux Dimensional
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only) Light Grids
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 1.5 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 333 µs
OperatingTemperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
Emitter Life
nickel plated brass
PMMA
Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
6 Connectors

Connection
Recommended Connector
M12 4-pin connector
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
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Weight 60 g 110 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
y
Sn Sn
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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18MR Laser Class I Laser Tubular
Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded
Type 90º optics 90º optics

Diffuse Class I Laser (L1)

PNP NO+NC Light-on 250 mm 270° Pot. eJ BOS 18MR-PA-LD10-S4 BOS 18MR-PA-LD10-02
NPN NO+NC Light-on 250 mm 270° Pot. rJ BOS 18MR-NA-LD10-S4 BOS 18MR-NA-LD10-02
Polarized Retroreflective Class I Laser (L1)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 9 m 270° Pot. eK BOS 18MR-PA-LR10-S4 BOS 18MR-PA-LR10-02
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 9 m 270° Pot. rK BOS 18MR-NA-LR10-S4 BOS 18MR-NA-LR10-02
Thru-beam Class I Laser (L1)
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 50 m Receiver 270° Pot. eL BOS 18MR-PA-LE10-S4 BOS 18MR-PA-LE10-02
NPN NO+NCDark-on 50 m Receiver 270° Pot. rL BOS 18MR-NA-LE10-S4 BOS 18MR-NA-LE10-02
Emitter (L2) iL BOS 18MR-XT-LS10-S4 BOS 18MR-XT-LS10-02

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA/ < 35 mA (Emitter only)
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Class I Laser 650 nm
Resolution Diffuse 0.5 mm @ 200 mm
Polarized 9 mm @ 1 m
Thru-Beam 5 mm @ 10 m
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 1.5 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 333 µs
Opreating Temperature Range -25°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 60 g 110 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram y

A = Letter indicates detection diagram Sn Sn
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L1

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Tubular Class II Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 18M Laser

Body Style 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics

W
NE
Receiver

BOS 18M Laser M18x1

Emitter

The new BOS 18M Background

Suppression Laser is ideal for
those applications that require a 24

48
small spot size and the highest

53
66
level of resolution.

75
sn

LED

2
M12x1

V1076
Ø16.7

Contents
Background Suppression
Selection
PNP NO Light-on 30...150 mm sM BOS 18M-PSV-LH22-S4 Guide
PNP NC Dark-on 30...150 mm dM BOS 18M-POV-LH22-S4
Applications
NPN NO Light-on 30...150 mm fM BOS 18M-NSV-LH22-S4
NPN NC Dark-on 30...150 mm gM BOS 18M-NOV-LH22-S4 Tubular
Block
Supply Voltage 10...30 Vdc
Distance
Output Current 100 mA Measurement
Switching Output PNP or NPN transistor (Analog)
Output Function Light-on Slot & Angle
Settings 10-turn potentiometer
Fiber Optics
Switching Frequency 500 Hz
Emitter Light Source Laser, red light Full Color
Detection
Wavelength 670 nm
Output Function Indicator Yellow LED Color Mark
(Contrast)
Stability Indicator Red LED Detection
Housing Material nickel plated brass Luminescence
Sensing Face Material PMMA (UV) Detection
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 Optical
Reverse Polarity Protected Yes Windows
Short Circuit Protected Yes Dimensional
Operating Temperature Range -5...+55°C Light Grids
Reference Standard EN 60947-5-2
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 55 g

Diffuse values referenced to Kodak testcard 90% reflective

q = Number indicates wiring diagram
A = Letter indicates detection diagram

6
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams
Connectors

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 BLE/BLS 18M
Photoelectric
Sensors
Metal, Straight
Class II Laser Class II Laser Tubular
Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

Thru-beam Class II Laser

PNP NO+NC Dark-on 50 m Receiver 270° Pot. eN BLE 18M-BA-1LT-S4-C
Emitter Class II Laser uN BLS 18M-XX-1LT-S4-C

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10% < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 15 mA < 10 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Class II Laser 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 2000 Lux
LED Function Yellow LED
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 6 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.08 µs
Operating Temperature Range -15°C to +55°C -15°C to +55°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65 IP 65
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material Glass Glass
Connection M12 4-pin connector M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Maximum Resolution 0.03 mm 0.03 mm
q = Number indicates wiring diagram
A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams

Class II Laser Operation Information

Beam divergence θ = 0.5 mrad
Pulse Power Pp < 1.5 mW
Pulse width t = 7 µs
Pulse repetition frequency F = 30 kHz
Time base T = 250 ms

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 BLE/BLS 18MR

Tubular Class II Laser

Photoelectric
Sensors
Metal, Straight
Class II Laser

Body Style 18 mm threaded 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type 90º optics 90º optics

2
Thru-beam Class II Laser Contents
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 50 m Receiver 270° Pot. eN BLE 18MR-BA-1LT-S4-C
Selection
Emitter Class II Laser uN BLS 18MR-XX-1LT-S4-C Guide

Applications
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc
Ripple < 10% < 10% Tubular
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V Block
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA
Distance
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 15 mA < 10 mA Measurement
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output DC 13 (Analog)
Duty Cycle Slot & Angle
Emitter Light Source Class II Laser 660 nm
Fiber Optics
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 2000 Lux
LED Function Yellow LED Full Color
Detection
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 6 kHz Color Mark
(Contrast)
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.08 ms Detection
Operating Temperature Range -15°C to +55°C -15°C to +55°C Luminescence
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2 (UV) Detection
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65 IP 65 Optical
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes Windows
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass Dimensional
Sensing Face Material Glass Glass Light Grids
Connection M12 4-pin connector M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Maximum Resolution 0.03 mm 0.03 mm

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.50-2.52 for diagrams

With the included focusing tool 6 Connectors

for the emitter, the beam can
be brought to focus at a point.
At this point you achieve the
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o
optimum small part detection.
Product
At an emitter-receiver distance Overview
of 20...80 cm parts down to a
diameter of 0.03 mm can be
detected. t Technical
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 BOS 18M
Photoelectric
Sensors
Wiring Diagrams
Metal
Technical Data Tubular
A Diffuse with background suppression
PNP NO Kodak gray card
q 90% Reflection
PS

PNP NC
w
PO

PNP NO+NC
e
PA

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak gray card.
NPN NO+NC
r
NA

B Diffuse
t PNP+NPN
GU BOS 18M-..-1PA/XA-... BOS 18M-..-1PB/XB-... BOS 18M-..-1PD-...
Kodak gray card
90% Reflection
PNP NO/NC
y
PU

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak gray card.
Emitter
u
XX

C Retroreflective
i Emitter
XX BOS 18M-..-1RD/1VD-...
Reflector
BOS R-1

BOS 18M-..-1QB/RB-...

AC version NO
o
WS

AC version NC Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using reflector.

a
WO

D Thru-Beam

emitter/
receiver

For the thru-beam sensor, the maximum possible offset between emitter
and receiver is measured.

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 BOS 18M

Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors
Metal
Technical Data
E Diffuse I Thru-Beam Class I Laser – straight

Photoelectric
BOS 18E-..-1YD-...

Kodak gray card

BOS 18E-..-1YB-...
90 % Reflection
BOS 18E-..-1YA-...

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak gray card.

F Retroreflective Resolution
2
Contents
BOS 18E-PS-1WD-...
Selection
Reflector Guide
BOS 18E-PS-1UB-... BOS R-1 J Diffuse Class I Laser – 90°
Applications

Tubular
Block
gray 18% white 90%

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics
Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using reflector. Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
G Diffuse Class I Laser – straight Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
white 90% Windows
gray 18%
Dimensional
Light Grids

Resolution

H Polarized Retroreflective
Class I Laser – straight
cm Class 1 Laser - straight
4
R1

6
Reflector R2
2

0 m Connectors
0 3 6 9 12 15 18

-2

-4
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o
(mm)
6
Product
5 Overview
4

2 t Technical
Reference

p
1

0
(m)
Part
0 2 4 6 8 10 Number
Index

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 BOS 18M
Photoelectric
Sensors
Metal
Technical Data Tubular
K Polarized Retroreflective Class I Laser – 90° N Thru-Beam Class II Laser – Straight and 90°
cm
4 (mm)
5
R1
4

Minimum Part Size

2 Reflector R2
3
0 m
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2

-2 1
(m)
0
-4 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

L Thru-Beam Class I Laser – 90° Sensing Range

Minimum Part Size

M Background Suppression Class II Laser
Sensing Range
Beam spot vertical to object direction of travel.
Switchpoint at

Recommended Accessories
Sold separately
See section 7 Protective End Cap
Distance (mm) BOS 18-SM-2

Aperture
Diameter of the laser spot

mm BOS 18-UK-10
2.5

1.5

0.5

0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 mm
Air Shield
Distance from sensor (mm) BOS 18-LT-1

Reflector
BOS R-1
mm Aperture
Small part size (mm)

0.3 BOS 18-BL-1

0.25

0.2

0.15 Mounting Bracket

0.1 BOS Micro-18-HW
0.05

0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 mm

Distance (mm)
Swivel Mount
BOS 18.0-KB-1

2.52
Tubular Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 30M

Body Style 30 mm threaded 30 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics

O35 O35
M30x1.5 M30x1.5

15
15
36 36

56

53
91.5
93
LED 2
LED 1

2
LED LED 3
LED

Contents

Selection
Diffuse Guide
PNP 2m Light-on/Dark-on selectable qA BOS 30M-PU-1PH-SA3-C
Applications
PNP/NPN 2 m Light-on/Dark-on selectable wA BOS 30M-GA-1PH-S4-C
Tubular
Supply Voltage 10...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc Block
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.4 V <2V
Distance
Rated Isolation Voltage 75 Vdc 75 Vdc Measurement
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA 200 mA (Analog)
Current Consumption Io (No Load) < 40 mA < 20 mA Slot & Angle
Short Circuit Protected Yes Yes
Fiber Optics
Permissable Capacitance 1µF 1µF
On/Off Delay 5 ms 33 ms Full Color
Detection
Operating Frequency 15 Hz 100 Hz
Utilization Category DC13 DC13 Color Mark
(Contrast)
Output PNP PNP/NPN selectable Detection
Output Function Light/Dark selectable Light/Dark selectable Luminescence
Permissable Ambient Light 1000 Lux 1000 Lux (UV) Detection
Sensitivity Adjustment Yes Yes Optical
Output Function Indication Yes Yes Windows
Stability Indication Yes Yes Dimensional
Operating Temperature Range -5...+55ºC -5...+55ºC Light Grids
Degree of Protection per IEC 529 IP 65 IP 65
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
Housing Material nickel plated brass nickel plated brass
Material Sensing Face glass glass
Connection M12 4-pin connector M12 4-pin connector
Weight 230 g 230 g
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M C04 AEL-00-VY-050M

Wiring Diagrams Note:The BOS 30M models shown above have switches for

6
PNP NO range reduction (to 1 m) and PNP/NPN output type (-GA) under
q the front lens. They are also suitable for use with fiber optic cables
PU Connectors
(see pages 2.139-2.143).

w
PNP + NPN
A Diffuse
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GA
Product
Kodak gray
Overview
card 90%

t
Reflection
Technical
Reference

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak gray card.
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 Photoelectric
Sensors Tubular

2.54
Block Photoelectric
Sensors
Block Style Sensors
Contents

Block Style Housing Photoelectric

Photoelectric
Sensors

Block style housings offer an advantage in

longer sensing range for the diffuse and
retroreflective sensing modes, due to wider
separation between the emitter and receiver
elements. Block style sensors can also fit
into more compact locations where sensor
length is a concern.

2.56 BOS 2K NEW

2.59 BOS Q08M NEW
2.60 BMOA
2.61 BOS 5K NEW
2.64 BOS 6K
2.66 BOS 6K Class II Laser
2.69
2.71
BOS 11K NEW
BOS 15K 2
2.73 BOS 16K Contents
2.79 BOS 21M
Selection
2.81 BOS 21M Class I Laser Guide
2.85 BOS 25K
Applications
2.87 BOS 26K
2.88 BOS 26K Class II Laser NEW Tubular
2.91 BOS 65K Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

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 Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 2K
Pigtail Connectors Block
Body Style Small block Small block
Type 90° optics 90° optics

W
NE

Background Suppression
PNP NO Light-on 1...15 mm !B BOS 2K-PS-RH10-00,2-S49 BOS 2K-PS-RH10-00,2-S75
PNP NC Dark-on 1...15 mm wB BOS 2K-PO-RH10-00,2-S49
PNP NO Light-on 1...30 mm qC BOS 2K-PS-RH11-00,2-S49 BOS 2K-PS-RH11-00,2-S75
PNP NC Dark-on 1...30 mm wC BOS 2K-PO-RH11-00,2-S49
Diffuse
PNP NO Light-on 50 mm qA BOS 2K-PS-RD10-00,2-S49 BOS 2K-PS-RD10-00,2-S75
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO Dark-on 3 m uD BOS 2K-PS-PR10-00,2-S49 BOS 2K-PS-PR10-00,2-S75
PNP NC Light-on 3 m tD BOS 2K-PO-PR10-00,2-S49
Thru-beam
PNP NO Dark-on 1.2 m uE BOS 2K-PS-RE10-00,2-S49 BOS 2K-PS-RE10-00,2-S75
Emitter oE BOS 2K-XX-RS10-00,2-S49 BOS 2K-XX-RS10-00,2-S75

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 5%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 Vdc
Rated Output Current Ie < 50 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) Receiver < 10 mA, All other < 20 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1)
DC 13
Output Duty Cycle
Emitter Light Source Visible Red Light 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) Sunlight: 10,000 lux maximum, Artificial Light: 5,000 lux maximum (at receiver)
LED Output Yellow LED
Switching Frequency 800 Hz, Thru-beam 200 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.6 ms, Thru-beam < 2.5 ms
Operating Temperature Range -20…+50 0C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Housing Material ABS
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25° C
Connection M8 3-pin, 200 mm pigtail connector M8 4-pin, 200 mm pigtail connector
Recommended Connector C49 ANE-00-VY-050M C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Weight 18 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See page 2.58 for diagrams

2.56
Block Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 2K
Cable Versions

Photoelectric
Body Style Small block
Type 90° optics

W
NE

Background Suppression
PNP NO Light-on 15 mm
PNP NC Dark-on 15 mm
!B
wB
BOS 2K-PS-RH10-02
BOS 2K-PO-RH10-02
2
Contents
NPN NO Light-on 15 mm eB BOS 2K-NS-RH10-02
NPN NC Dark-on 15 mm rB BOS 2K-NO-RH10-02 Selection
Guide
PNP NO Light-on 30 mm qC BOS 2K-PS-RH11-02
PNP NC Dark-on 30 mm wC BOS 2K-PO-RH11-02 Applications
NPN NO Light-on 30 mm eC BOS 2K-NS-RH11-02 Tubular
Diffuse Block
PNP NO Light-on 50 mm qA BOS 2K-PS-RD10-02
NPN NO Light-on 50 mm eA BOS 2K-NS-RD10-02 Distance
Measurement
Polarized Retroreflective (Analog)
PNP NO Dark-on 3 m uD BOS 2K-PS-PR10-02 Slot & Angle
PNP NC Light-on 3 m tD BOS 2K-PO-PR10-02
NPN NO Dark-on 3 m iD BOS 2K-NS-PR10-02 Fiber Optics
NPN NC Light-on 3 m yD BOS 2K-NO-PR10-02 Full Color
Thru-beam Detection
PNP NO Dark-on 1.2 m uE BOS 2K-PS-RE10-02 Color Mark
NPN NO Dark-on 1.2 m (Contrast)
iE BOS 2K-NS-PR10-02 Detection
Emitter oE BOS 2K-XX-RS10-02
Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc
< 5% Optical
Ripple Windows
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 Vdc
< 50 mA Dimensional
Rated Output Current Ie Light Grids
Current Consumption IO (No Load) Receiver < 10 mA, All other < 20 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1)
DC 13
Output Duty Cycle
Emitter Light Source Visible Red Light 660 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) Sunlight: 10,000 lux maximum,
Artificial Light: 5,000 lux maximum (at receiver)
LED Output Yellow LED
Switching Frequency 800 Hz, Thru-beam 200 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.6 ms, Thru-beam < 2.5 ms

6
Operating Temperature Range -20…+50 0C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Connectors
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection
Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
Yes
ABS
PMMA
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Emitter Life
Connection
Weight
Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25° C
2 m Cable Ø 2, 4 mm, PVC, 3 x 28 AWG
30 g
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 Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 2K
Technical Data Block
A Diffuse 50 mm Diffuse & Background Suppression

! PNP light-on

Light Spot Diameter

@ PNP dark-on

B Background Suppression 15 mm
# NPN light-on

Light Spot Diameter

$ NPN dark-on

C Background Suppression 30 mm
Retroreflective & Thru-beam

Light Spot Diameter % PNP light-on

^ NPN light-on

D Retroreflective 3 m

& PNP dark-on

* NPN dark-on

( Thru-Beam emitter

E Thru-Beam 1.2 m

2.58
 Block Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS Q08M
Quadraform Housings

Body Style 8x8 mm Block 8x8 mm Block

Photoelectric
Type 90° optics 90° optics

BOS Q08M

Balluff's BOS Q08 8x8x50

mm block style offers right
angle sensing, allowing the
sensor to be easily
integrated into machines
where ccnventional sensors
won't fit. With its rugged
IP67 housing, the BOS
Q08M is well suited for
tough applications.

Diffuse 2
PNP NO Light-on 55 mm ! BOS Q08M-PS-RD11-S49 BOS Q08M-PS-RD11-03 Contents
PNP NC Dark-on 55 mm @ BOS Q08M-PO-RD11-S49 BOS Q08M-PO-RD11-03
Selection
NPN NO Light-on 55 mm # BOS Q08M-NS-RD11-S49 BOS Q08M-NS-RD11-03 Guide
NPN NC Dark-on 55 mm $ BOS Q08M-NO-RD11-S49 BOS Q08M-NO-RD11-03
Applications
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO Dark-on 550 mm ! BOS Q08M-PS-PR11-S49 BOS Q08M-PS-PR11-03 Tubular
PNP NC Light-on 550 mm @ BOS Q08M-PO-PR11-S49 BOS Q08M-PO-PR11-03 Block
NPN NO Dark-on 550 mm # BOS Q08M-NS-PR11-S49 BOS Q08M-NS-PR11-03
Distance
NPN NC Light-on 550 mm $ BOS Q08M-NO-PR11-S49 BOS Q08M-NO-PR11-03 Measurement
Thru-beam (Analog)
PNP NO Dark-on 1.1m Receiver ! BOS Q08M-PS-RE10-S49 BOS Q08M-PS-RE10-03 Slot & Angle
PNP NC Light-on 1.1m Receiver @ BOS Q08M-PO-RE10-S49 BOS Q08M-PO-RE10-03
Fiber Optics
NPN NO Dark-on 1.1m Receiver # BOS Q08M-NS-RE10-S49 BOS Q08M-NS-RE10-03
NPN NC Light-on 1.1m Receiver $ BOS Q08M-NO-RE10-S49 BOS Q08M-NO-RE10-03 Full Color
Detection
Emitter % BOS Q08M-X-RS10-S49 BOS Q08M-X-RS10-03
Color Mark
(Contrast)
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Detection
Ripple < 10%
Luminescence
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V (UV) Detection
Diffuse values referenced to Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA Optical
Kodak gray test card. Current Consumption IO (No Load) Thru-beam < 15 mA, Others < 20 mA Windows
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13 Dimensional
Retroreflective values Output Duty Cycle Light Grids
referenced to BOS R-9 Emitter Light Source Visible Red 640 nm
reflector. Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Output Indicator Red LED
q = Number indicates wiring Switching Frequency 500 Hz
diagram Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1 ms
Operating Temperature Range -10° C to +60° C
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Housing Material Nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Connection
Recommended Connector
Weight
M8 3-pin connector
C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
13 g
3 m cable, PUR, 3 x 26 AWG

47 g
6 Connectors

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Wiring Diagrams

!
PNP NO
#
PNP NO
%
Thru-beam emitter
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PS
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Sensors
BMOA
Self-Contained Block
Body Style 8x8 mm Block 8x8 mm Block
Type 90° optics 90° optics

Sensitivity Adjustment
14

0.5
8
5 8
2 3.5
Sensitivity
Adjustment

13

13
8.75
Optical Sensing

25
Face

59.5

20
50

46
M3

59

ø3.4
23
LED's

M3
LED's
M8x1
M8x1

Diffuse
PNP NO Light-on 50 mm 270° Pot. ! BMOA 78RM-X50-PS-C-S49
NPN NO Light-on 50 mm 270° Pot. @ BMOA 78RM-X50-NS-C-S49
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO Dark-on 550 mm ! BMOA 148RM-X50-PS-C-S49/S81
PNP NC Light-on 550 mm @ BMOA 148RM-X50-NS-C-S49/S81

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 15%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) 30 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13
Output Duty Cycle
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Output Indicator Red LED
Switching Frequency 500 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 1 ms
Operating Temperature Range -10° C to +55° C
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65
Housing Material Nickel plated brass
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Connection M8 3-pin connector
Recommended Connector C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
Weight 15 g

Wiring Diagrams BMOA 78RM

PNP NO
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PNP NO
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 Block Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 5K Series
BOS 5K Economical Body Style Small block Small block Small block

Photoelectric
Series Type 90° optics 90° optics 90° optics

Designed to meet the W W

supply chain needs of NE NE
OEMs, the BOS 5K
series offers a basic
package of sensing
modes in the same
housing as our popular
6K series. The BOS 5K
series features a simple
potentiometer
adjustment for
applications that need
part detection at an
A = Thru-Beam—Emitter/Receiver Lens

2
economical price.
A = Diffuse/Retro—Receiver Lens
B = Diffuse/Retro—Emitter Lens
Features Background Suppression Pin 2 Output Pin 4 Output Cable out Contents
PNP NO Light-on 50...200 mm wA BOS 5K-PS-RH12-S75 BOS 5K-PS-RH12-02
Selection
– Simple Potentiometer PNP NO Dark-on 50...200 mm tA BOS 5K-PO-RH12-S75 BOS 5K-PO-RH12-02 Guide
Adjustment NPN NO Light-on 50...200 mm rA BOS 5K-NS-RH12-S75 BOS 5K-NS-RH12-02
Applications
– Miniature housing NPN NO Dark-on 50...200 mm yA BOS 5K-NO-RH12-S75 BOS 5K-NO-RH12-02
with M8 quick Diffuse Tubular
disconnect or cable PNP NO Light-on 200 mm wC BOS 5K-PS-RD11-S75 BOS 5K-PS-RD11-02 Block
connections PNP NC Dark-on 200 mm qtC BOS 5K-PO-RD11-S75 BOS 5K-PO-RD11-S75-S BOS 5K-PO-RD11-02
Distance
– Highly visible status NPN NO Light-on 200 mm rC BOS 5K-NS-RD11-S75 BOS 5K-NS-RD11-02 Measurement
LED’s for Output and NPN NC Dark-on 200 mm eyC BOS 5K-NO-RD11-S75 BOS 5K-NO-RD11-S75-S BOS 5K-NO-RD11-02 (Analog)
Stability/ PNP NO Light-on 900 mm wB BOS 5K-PS-ID10-S75 BOS 5K-PS-ID10-02 Slot & Angle
Contamination PNP NC Dark-on 900 mm qtB BOS 5K-PO-ID10-S75 BOS 5K-PO-ID10-S75-S BOS 5K-PO-ID10-02
Fiber Optics
– Complete short circuit NPN NO Light-on 900 mm rB BOS 5K-NS-ID10-S75 BOS 5K-NS-ID10-02
protection and NPN NC Dark-on 900 mm eyB BOS 5K-NO-ID10-S75 BOS 5K-NO-ID10-S75-S BOS 5K-NO-ID10-02 Full Color
Detection
reverse polarity
protection Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Color Mark
(Contrast)
– Now with background Ripple < 10% Detection
suppression Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 1.2 V
Luminescence
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA (UV) Detection
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA Retroreflective, Diffuse, BGS
Optical
Applications Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13 Windows
Output Duty Cycle Dimensional
– Packaging machinery Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Long Range Diffuse/ Visible Red 640nm Polarized, Short Range Diffuse, BGS Light Grids
– Assembly machinery Ambient Light Immunity Sunlight: 10,000 lux maximum, Incandescent lamp: 3,000 lux maximum
– Material handling (EN 60947-5-2) (at receiver)
equipment Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
– General purpose Stability Indicator Green LED (Except Emitter)
automation Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Switching Frequency 500 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 1 ms
Operating Temperature Range -250 C to +550 C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
Short Circuit Protection
Overload Protection
IP 67
Yes
Yes
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Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
PC/PBT
PMMA 7 Accessories
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250 C
Connection
Recommended Connector
M8 4-pin Connector M8 4-pin connector
C75 ANL-00-VY-050M C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Cable 2 m, PVC, 3 x 24 AWG
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Technical
Reference
Note: Pin 4 output is the most common S75 Connector Pinout
q = Number indicates wiring diagram
A = Letter indicates detection diagram
p Part
Number
Index
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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 5K Series Block
Body Style Small block Small block Small block
Type 90° optics 90° optics 90° optics

A = Thru-Beam—Emitter/Receiver Lens
A = Diffuse/Retro—Receiver Lens
B = Diffuse/Retro—Emitter Lens
Polarized Retroreflective (2700 Pot.) Pin 2 Output Pin 4 Output Cable out
PNP NO Dark-on 4 m wD BOS 5K-PS-RR10-S75 BOS 5K-PS-RR10-02
PNP NC Light-on 4 m qtD BOS 5K-PO-RR10-S75 BOS 5K-PO-RR10-S75-S BOS 5K-PO-RR10-02
NPN NO Dark-on 4 m rD BOS 5K-NS-RR10-S75 BOS 5K-NS-RR10-02
NPN NC Light-on 4 m eyD BOS 5K-NO-RR10-S75 BOS 5K-NO-RR10-S75-S BOS 5K-NO-RR10-02
Thru-beam (Emitter-Receiver Pair)*
PNP NO Dark-on 10 m 2700 Pot. wuE BOS 5K-PS-IX10-S75 BOS 5K-PS-IX10-02
PNP NC Light-on 10 m 2700 Pot. qtuE BOS 5K-PO-IX10-S75 BOS 5K-PO-IX10-S75-S BOS 5K-PO-IX10-02
NPN NO Dark-on 10 m 2700 Pot. ruE BOS 5K-NS-IX10-S75 BOS 5K-NS-IX10-02
NPN NC Light-on 10 m 2700 Pot. eyuE BOS 5K-NO-IX10-S75 BOS 5K-NO-IX10-S75-S BOS 5K-NO-IX10-02

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 1.2 V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 15 mA Receiver / < 20 mA Emitter / < 30 mA Retroreflective
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13
Output Duty Cycle
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Thru-beam/ Visible Red 640nm Polarized
Ambient Light Immunity Sunlight: 10,000 lux maximum, Incandescent lamp: 3,000 lux maximum
(EN 60947-5-2) (at receiver)
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Stability Indicator Green LED (Except Emitter)
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Switching Frequency 500 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 1 ms
Operating Temperature Range -250 C to +550 C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material PC/PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250 C
Connection M8 4-pin connector M8 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 3 x 24 AWG
Recommended Connector C75 ANL-00-VY-050M C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Weight 10 g 10 g 30 g

Note: Thru-beam types are sold as a set containing one S75 Connector Pinout
emitter and one receiver.

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See page 2.63 for diagrams

2.62
 Block Photoelectric BOS 5K
Sensors Technical Data

Photoelectric
A Background Suppression C Diffuse small beam E Thru-beam
BOS 5K-_ _-RH12-_ _ BOS 5K-_ _-RD10-_ _ BOS 5K-_ _-IX10-_ _

Range measured with lateral travel and With the thru-beam sensor, the maximum
Kodak gray card 90%. possible offset between emitter and
receiver is measured.

Measured with
Kodak gray card 90%
2
Contents

Selection
Guide
Function Reserve Applications
Function Reserve
Tubular

B Diffuse D Retroreflective Block

BOS 5K-_ _-ID10-_ _ BOS 5K-_ _-RR10-_ _ Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Range measured with lateral travel and Range measured using lateral travel and Detection
Kodak gray card 90%. BOS R-1 reflector.
Luminescence
(UV) Detection
BOS R-27,
BOS R-28,
Optical
BOS R-29
Windows

BOS R-30 Dimensional

Light Grids
BOS R-26
Measured with
Kodak gray card 90% BOS R-25

Function Reserve Function Reserve

Wiring Diagrams
Pin 2 Pin 4
q
PO
PNP NC PNP NC
r
NS
NPN NO NPN NO
6 Connectors

PNP NO
Pin 4
PNP NO
Pin 4
PNP NC
Pin 4
NPN NC
7 Accessories

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 6K Series Block
Body Style
Type
BOS 6K Advanced Series

Balluff advanced series contains a

microprocessor that automatically adjusts
the sensor for optimum performance in
each application. The advanced
microprocessor simplifies set-up with a
simple push-button or remote teach-in
process that automatically learns the
target—even if the target is moving at full
production speed. Balluff calls this
dynamic teach-in; our customers call it
dynamic improvement.

Features

– One button teach-in programmability Background Suppression

– Remote access to teach-in capabilities PNP Light-on/Dark-on 30...100 mm qE
– Dynamic teach-in learns running NPN Light-on/Dark-on 30...100 mm wE
processes Diffuse
– Laser & Visible red light source aids in PNP Light-on/Dark-on 5...300 mm qA
alignment NPN Light-on/Dark-on 5...300 mm wA
– Highly visible status LEDs for output Polarized Retroreflective
function and stability/contamination PNP Light-on/Dark-on 2.5 m qB
– Programmable light-on or dark-on mode NPN Light-on/Dark-on 2.5 m wB
– Sealed to IP 67 standards Transparent Detection Retroreflective
– Full range of sensing modes PNP Light-on/Dark-on 0.5 m qC
– Special versions for clear glass detection NPN Light-on/Dark-on 0.5 m wC
(1QA) Thru-Beam
– Electronic background suppresion PNP Light-on/Dark-on 6 m Receiver qG
models for tight locations (1HA) NPN Light-on/Dark-on 6 m Receiver wG
6 m Emitter eG
Applications Supply Voltage
Voltage Drop Ud at le
– Packaging machinery Rated Isolation Voltage Ui
– Assembly machinery Rated Operational Current le
– Material handling equipment No-load Supply Current I0
– Paper/printing/bindery machinery Protected Against Polarity Reversal
Short Circuit Protected
Permissible Capacitance
On/Off Delay
Operating Frequency
Utilization Category
Output
Output Function
Permissible Ambient Light
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment
Output Function Indication
Stability/Contamination Indication
Emitter Light Source
Light Spot Diameter
Hysteresis (18 %/18 %)
Note: Gray value shift (90 %/18 %)
Diffuse values referenced to Kodak test Operating Temperature Range
card. Retroreflective values referenced to Temperature Drift
BOS R-1 (non-laser) or BOS R-13 (laser) Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
reflectors. Housing Material
Material of Sensing Face
Connection
q = Number indicates wiring diagram Weight
A = Letter indicates detection diagram Recommended Connector
See page 2.68 for diagrams

2.64
Block Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 6K Series
Small block Small block

Photoelectric
90° optics 90° optics

20
20
3.2 12
3.2 12

4.2
4.2

32

24
32

24

4
4

BOS 6K-PU-1HA-S75-C BOS 6K-PU-1HA-C-02 2

BOS 6K-NU-1HA-S75-C BOS 6K-NU-1HA-C-02 Contents

Selection
BOS 6K-PU-1OC-S75-C BOS 6K-PU-1OC-C-02 Guide
BOS 6K-NU-1OC-S75-C BOS 6K-NU-1OC-C-02
Applications

BOS 6K-PU-1QC-S75-C BOS 6K-PU-1QC-C-02 Tubular

BOS 6K-NU-1QC-S75-C BOS 6K-NU-1QC-C-02 Block

Distance
BOS 6K-PU-1QA-S75-C BOS 6K-PU-1QA-C-02 Measurement
BOS 6K-NU-1QA-S75-C BOS 6K-NU-1QA-C-02 (Analog)
Slot & Angle
BLE 6K-PU-1E-S75-C BLE 6K-PU-1E-C-02 Fiber Optics
BLE 6K-NU-1E-S75-C BLE 6K-NU-1E-C-02
BLS 6K-XX-1E-S75-C BLS 6K-XX-1E-C-02 Full Color
Detection

10...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc Color Mark

(Contrast)
≤ 2.4 V ≤ 2.4 V Detection
250 Vdc 250 Vdc Luminescence
100 mA 100 mA (UV) Detection
≤ 35 mA ≤ 35 mA Optical
Yes Yes Windows
Yes Yes Dimensional
0.33 µF 0.33 µF Light Grids
0.5 ms 0.5 ms
1000 Hz 1000 Hz
DC 13 DC 13
PNP/NPN PNP/NPN
Light-on/Dark-on Light-on/Dark-on
5000 Lux 5000 Lux
Teach-In Teach-In
Yellow LED Yellow LED
Green LED Green LED
Visible Red 660 nm
See page 2.62
See page 2.62
Visible Red 660 nm
See page 2.62
See page 2.62
6 Connectors

< 10% (for 1HA only)

–20...+60 °C
< 10% (for 1HA only)
–20...+60 °C 7 Accessories

IP 67
ABS impact resistant
IP 67
ABS impact resistant
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PMMA PMMA
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M8 4-pin connector* 2 m cable, 4 x 26 AWG Reference
40 g 120 g
C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
*Some models also available in M8 3-pin connector. Consult factory for details.
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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 6K Laser
Body Style
Class II Laser Block
Type

BOS 6K Precision Class II

Laser Series

When the need for greater precision

arises, step away from standard
photoelectric sensors and up to
Class II Laser emission with Balluff’s
BOS 6K precision series. Using a
microprocessor that automatically
adjusts the sensor for application-
specific optimum performance, the
6K series is known to solve the most
difficult problems. The BOS 6K
contrast sensor is designed to
reliably detect small area contrast
differences that standard contrast Background Suppression
PNP Light-on/Dark-on 30...110 mm w
sensors typically miss. The advanced
NPN Light-on/Dark-on 30...110 mm w
microprocessor simplifies set-up with
PNP Light-on/Dark-on 20...60 mm qF
a simple push-button and a remote
NPN Light-on/Dark-on 20...60 mm wF
teach-in process that automatically
Polarized Retroreflective
learns the target—even if the target
PNP Light-on/Dark-on 0.1...1 m qD
is moving at full production speed!
NPN Light-on/Dark-on 0.1...1 m wD
Balluff calls this dynamic teach-in; our
customers call it a dynamic
Supply Voltage
improvement. Voltage Drop Ud at Ie
Rated Isolation Voltage Ui
Rated Output Current
Current Consumption Io (no load)
Protected Against Polarity Reversal
Short Circuit Protected
Permissible Capacitance
On/Off Delay
Operating Frequency
Utilization Category
Output
Output Function
Permissible Ambient Light
Sensitivity/range Adjustment
Function Indicator (receiver sees light)
Operating/contamination Indicator
Operating Temperature Range
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
Insulation Class
Laser Protection Class
Housing Material
Material of Sensing Face
Connection
No. of Wires × Gauge
Recommended Connector
Weight
Emitter Light Source
Light Spot Diameter
Hysteresis (18 %/18 %)
Gray Value Shift (90 %/18 %)

q = Number indicates wiring diagram Diffuse values referenced to Kodak gray card 18 % reflection, 100 × 100 mm.
A = Letter indicates detection diagram
Contrast sensor values referenced to Kodak gray card 90 % reflection,
See page 2.68 for diagrams
100 × 100 mm.

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Block Class II Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 6K Laser
Small block Small block
90° optics 90° optics

Photoelectric
20 20
3.2 12 3.2 12

4.2

4.2
32

24

32

24
4

4
BOS 6K-PU-1LHA-SA1-S75-C BOS 6K-PU-1LHA-SA1-C-02 2
BOS 6K-NU-1LHA-SA1-S75-C BOS 6K-NU-1LHA-SA1-C-02 Contents
BOS 6K-PU-1LHA-S75-C BOS 6K-PU-1LHA-C-02
Selection
BOS 6K-NU-1LHA-S75-C BOS 6K-NU-1LHA-C-02 Guide

Applications
BOS 6K-PU-1LQA-S75-C BOS 6K-PU-1LQA-C-02
BOS 6K-NU-1LQA-S75-C BOS 6K-NU-1LQA-C-02 Tubular
Block
10...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc
Distance
≤ 2.4 V ≤ 2.4 V Measurement
250 Vac 250 Vac (Analog)
100 mA 100 mA Slot & Angle
≤ 30 mA ≤ 30 mA Fiber Optics
Yes Yes
Yes Yes Full Color
Detection
0.1 µF 0.1 µF
0.5 ms Color Mark
0.5 ms (Contrast)
1000 Hz 1000 Hz Detection
DC 13 DC 13 Luminescence
PNP/NPN PNP/NPN (UV) Detection
Light-on/Dark-on selectable Light-on/Dark-on selectable Optical
5000 Lux 5000 Lux Windows
Teach-in Teach-in Dimensional
Yellow LED Yellow LED Light Grids
Green LED Green LED
-20...+60° C -20...+60° C
IP 67 IP 67

2 2
ABS impact resistant ABS impact resistant
PMMA PMMA
M8 4-pin connector 2 m cable, PVC
4 x 26 AWG
C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
40 g
Visible red class II laser 650nm
120 g
Visible red class II laser 650nm
6 Connectors

0.7 mm at focal point (85 mm ± 15 mm)

< 5%
0.7 mm at focal point (85 mm ± 15 mm)
< 5% 7 Accessories
< 7% < 7%
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 Photoelectric
Sensors
6K Series
Technical Data Block
A Diffuse (1OC) Diffuse (1OC)
100

90 % reflectivity
Kodak white card
100 mm x 100 mm

Excess Gain
10

Sensing distance measured with lateral 1

approach using Kodak white card. 10 100 1000
Distance (mm)

B Polarized Retroreflective (1QC) Polarized Retroreflective (1QC)

Reflector 100
BOS R-1

Excess Gain
10

Sensing distance measured with lateral

approach using reflector. 1
1 10 100
Distance (m)

C Polarized Retroreflective (1QA) D Laser Polarized Retroreflective (LQA)

Reflector
Reflector 0.7 BOS R-12
BOS R-1
0.6

0.5
0
- 0.5 0.25 m 0.5 m 1m 1.2 m

- 0.6

- 0.7

Sensing distance measured with lateral Sensing distance measured with lateral
approach using reflector. approach using reflector.

E Background Suppression (1HA) F Laser Background Suppression (LHA)

0.8
90 % reflectivity 0.5 90 % reflectivity
Kodak white card Kodak white card
0.2 100 mm x 100 mm
100 mm x 100 mm
0
10 20 30 40 50 60
-0.2
-0.5
-0.8

Sensing distance measured with lateral Sensing distance measured with lateral
approach using Kodak white card. approach using Kodak white card.

G Thru-Beam (1E)
BLS/BLE 6K
1000
Wiring Diagrams
PNPPNP
(PU)
100 q
Excess Gain

10

NPNNPN
(NU)
1
w
1 10 100
Distance (cm)

Emitter
Emitter (XX)
e

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 Block Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 11K Series
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type 90° optics 90° optics

W 30.6 W 30.6
NE 15 19.1
15.4 NE 15 19.1
15.4
6.39 6.39
7.3 Ø3.3 7.3 Ø3.3
LED LED
POT POT
BOS 11K Series if applicable if applicable

34.5
Ø18

34.5
Ø18
24

24
Now available in the world’s most
popular form-factor for packaging

XXX Length 8

XXX Length 8
Ø6.5 Ø6.5
applications, the BOS 11K offers
traditional sensing modes in a compact,
flexible mounting package.

Reduce downtime and increase your

32
savings with this dependable series of

48.2
sensors.
2
M12x1 Contents
Ø14.2
Selection
Diffuse Guide
PNP Light-on/Dark-on 450mm qA BOS 11K-PA-ID10-00,15-S4 BOS 11K-PA-ID10-02 Applications
NPN Light-on/Dark-on 450mm wA BOS 11K-NA-ID10-00,15-S4 BOS 11K-NA-ID10-02
Tubular
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP Light-on/Dark-on 3.5m qC BOS 11K-PA-PR10-00,15-S4 BOS 11K-PA-PR10-02 Block
NPN Light-on/Dark-on 3.5m qC BOS 11K-NA-PR10-00,15-S4 BOS 11K-NA-PR10-02 Distance
Non-polarized Retroreflective Measurement
(Analog)
PNP Light-on/Dark-on 6.5m qB BOS 11K-PA-RR10-02
NPN Light-on/Dark-on 6.5m qB BOS 11K-NA-RR10-02 Slot & Angle
Thru-Beam Fiber Optics
PNP Light-on/Dark-on 20m, Receiver qD BOS 11K-PA-IE11-00,15-S4 BOS 11K-PA-IE11-02
Full Color
NPN Light-on/Dark-on 20m, Receiver wD BOS 11K-NA-IE11-00,15-S4 BOS 11K-NA-IE11-02 Detection
Emitter 20m eD BOS 11K-X-IS11-00,15-S4 BOS 11K-X-IS11-02
Color Mark
(Contrast)
Supply Voltage 10...30 Vdc Detection
Voltage Ripple Max 10% Luminescence
Voltage Drop Ud ≤ 2 Vdc (UV) Detection
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA max. Optical
Windows
Current Consumption Io (no load) ≤ 25 mA
Leakage Current ≤ 100 µA Dimensional
Light Grids
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Output Function PNP or NPN
Emitter Light Source Infrared (950 nm)/Visible Red (626nm), Polarized retro only
Operating Temperature Range -20ºC to +55ºC
Switching Frequency 500 Hz (Diffuse, Retro) / 150 Hz (Thru-Beam)
Response Time ≤ 1ms
Switching Current Max. 100 mA
Sensitivity Adjustment Yes (Diffuse, Retro) / No (Thru-Beam)
Function Indication Power - Green, Output - Yellow
Environmental Protection per IEC 60529
Housing Material
IP 67
ABS 6 Connectors

7
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Connection M12 4-pin, 150 mm pigtail connector 2 m cable Accessories
No. of Wires x Gauge 4 x 26 AWG

o
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M Product
Approvals CE, cULus Overview

t
Diffuse values based upon standard white 100 mm x 100 mm reference card.
Technical
Retroreflective values based upon BOS R-1 reflector. Reference

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See page 2.70 for diagrams
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 Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 11K
Technical Data Block
Wiring Diagrams
! PNP

@ NPN

# EMITTER

A Diffuse BOS 11K-...-ID10-... C Non-Polarized Retroreflective BOS 11K-...-RR10-...

BOS R-1
250 mm
20 mm 200
15 150
10 100
5 50
0 0 m
-5 100 200 300 400 500mm -50 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
-10 -100
-15 -150
-20 -200
-250

B Polarized Retroreflective BOS 11K-...-PR10-... D Thru-Beam BOS 11K-...-IE11-.../BOS 11K-X-IS11...

100 mm
80 mm BOS R-1 80
60 60
40 40
20 20
0 m 0 m
-20 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 -20 5 10 15 20 25
-40 -40
-60 -60
-80 -80
-100

Recommended Reflectors
BOS 18R - Standard BOS R26 - Standard
BOS R1 - High Efficiency BOS R9 - High Efficiency

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 Block Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 15K

Body Style Mid-size block Mid-size block

Photoelectric
Type 90° optics 90° optics

BOS 15K

The BOS 15K

series is an
economical
choice for those
applications that
simply require a
replacement sensor.

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Contents
Diffuse (Infrared)
Selection
PNP/NPN, PNP Light-on/Dark-on 100 mm qwA BOS 15K-R-C10-P-S 75 BOS 15K-R-C10-02 Guide
PNP/NPN, PNP Light-on/Dark-on 500 mm qwB BOS 15K-R-C50-P-S 75 BOS 15K-R-C50-02
Applications
Fixed Focus (Visible Red)
PNP/NPN, PNP Light-on/Dark-on 12 mm qwC BOS 15K-R-D12-P-S 75 BOS 15K-R-D12-02 Tubular
Polarized Retroreflective (Visible Red) Block
PNP/NPN, PNP Light-on/Dark-on 2 m qwD BOS 15K-R-B2-P-S 75 BOS 15K-R-B2-02
Distance
Thru-beam (Infrared) Measurement
PNP/NPN, PNP Light-on/Dark-on 5 m receiver e BLE 15K-R-F5-P-S 75 BLE 15K-R-F5-02 (Analog)
5 m emitter r BLS 15K-R-G5-S 75 BLS 15K-R-G5-02 Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics
Supply Voltage 10...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc
Voltage Drop Ud at le ≤ 1.5 V ≤ 1.5 V Full Color
Detection
Rated Isolation Voltage Ui 75 Vdc 75 Vdc
Rated Operational Current le ≤ 100 mA ≤ 100 mA Color Mark
(Contrast)
No-load Supply Current lo max. ≤ 30 mA ≤ 30 mA Detection
Protected Against Polarity Reversal Yes Yes Luminescence
Short Circuit Protected Yes Yes (UV) Detection
Permissible Capacitance 0.5 μF 0.5 μF Optical
On/Off Delay (Standard) ≤ 1 ms ≤ 1 ms Windows
Switching Frequency 500 Hz 500 Hz Dimensional
Utilization Category DC 13 DC 13 Light Grids
Output PNP PNP/NPN selectable
Output Function Light-on/Dark-on selectable Light-on/Dark-on selectable
Permissible Ambient Light 3000 lux 3000 lux
Sensitivity/range Adjustment Potentiometer 0...270° Potentiometer 0...270°
Function Indicator (receiver sees light) Red LED Red LED
Contamination Indicator Green LED Green LED
Operating Temperature Range -15...+55° C -15...+55° C
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 66 IP 66
Housing Material ABS ABS
Material of Sensing Face
Connection
No. of Wires x Conductor Cross Section
PMMA
M8 4-pin connector
PMMA
2 m cable, PVC
4 x 22 AWG
6 Connectors

Recommended Connector
Weight
C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
30 g 85 g 7 Accessories

Features

– Supply voltage 10...30 Vdc, reverse polarity protected

Applications

– Direct object sensing

o Product
Overview

–
–
Output short circuit protected
Light-On/Dark-On selectable
– Parts counting in machine design and conveying,
packaging machinery, and assembly lines t Technical
Reference

–
–
–
Sensitivity Adjustment with potentiometer
Setup aid and stability display with green LED
IP 66
p Part
Number
Index
q = Number indicates wiring diagram
– Flat window discourages dust accumulation A = Letter indicates detection diagram
– Can be DIN rail mounted (fiber optic version)
www.balluff.com/photoelectric See page 2.72 for diagrams 2.71
 Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 15K
Technical Data Block
Detection Diagrams Wiring Diagrams
BOS 15K-...-S 75 BOS 15K-...-S75
PNP/N.C. PNP/N.O.
A Diffuse BOS 15K-..-C10-... q

Kodak-gray
card 90%
Kodak-gray reflection
card 18% reflection N.C. N.O.
w

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak gray card. N.C. N.O.

B Diffuse BOS 15K-..-C50-...

Kodak gray card

90% reflection N.C. N.O.
Kodak gray e
card 18% reflection

N.C. N.O.

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak gray card.

C Diffuse with focused beam BOS 15K-..-D12-... BOS 15K-...-S 75 BOS 15K-...-S75
r Emitter. Emitter.
Kodak
Kodak gray card
gray card
90% reflection
18%
reflection

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak gray card.

D Retroreflective BOS 15K-..-D12-...

Reflector
BOS R-10 Reflector
BOS R-1

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using reflector.

E Thru-beam BLE/BLS 15K...

Emitter/
Receiver

For the thru-beam sensor the maximum possible offset between emitter
and receiver is measured.

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 BOS 16K Series

Block Photoelectric
Sensors
MiniPro DC
Diffuse

Photoelectric
BOS 16K MiniPro Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics
The BOS 16K MiniPro is an
exact match for one of the
industry’s most popular 18 18
body styles, making it the 12.7 24.1 20 24.1
ideal solution for reducing
inventory and replacing

15
15

27.2
27.2
many sensors with one
body style. The BOS 16K
MiniPro can be mounted as

39.6
3.5(x2) 3.5(x2)

39.6
a 18 mm tubular or as a
block style photoelectric
sensor. Its rugged, one-
piece design is rated for
1200 psi washdown and 30.7

152.4
2
tolerates a high degree of
30.7
physical abuse.

Contents
Features
Selection
Guide
– Flexible Housing
Applications
– Plastic housing sealed Ordering Code
to IP-67 standards and Standard Diffuse, 380 mm D BOS 16K-UU-1PD-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1PD-02 Tubular
with-stands 1200 psi Standard Diffuse, 190 mm, high-speed D BOS 16K-VU-1PB-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1PB-02 Block
wash-down Fixed Focus Diffuse, VR, 43 mm H BOS 16K-UU-1LW-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1LW-02 Distance
– Available in 3-wire DC Fixed Focus Diffuse, VR, 43 mm high-speed H BOS 16K-VU-1LW-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1LW-02 Measurement
(PNP & NPN) or 2-wire Fixed Focus Diffuse, VR 16 mm F BOS 16K-UU-1LX-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1LX-02 (Analog)
AC/DC, short circuit Fixed Focus Diffuse, VR 16 mm,high-speed F BOS 16K-VU-1LX-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1LX-02 Slot & Angle
protected Fixed Focus Diffuse, VG, 16 mm G BOS 16K-UU-1MX-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1MX-02 Fiber Optics
– 300 µs Response Time Fixed Focus Diffuse, VG 16 mm, high speed G BOS 16K-VU-1MX-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1MX-02
handles high-speed Wide Angle Diffuse, 180 mm E BOS 16K-UU-1AB-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1AB-02 Full Color
Detection
applications Wide Angle Diffuse, 90 mm, high-speed E BOS 16K-VU-1AA-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1AA-02
– Captive cover allows Color Mark
(Contrast)
quick access to Supply Voltage 11...30 Vdc 11...30 Vdc Detection
Sensitivity Adjustment Voltage Drop, Output 0.7 Vdc max 0.7 Vdc max Luminescence
and Light/Dark selection Rated Isolation Voltage 300 V 300 V (UV) Detection
– Status LEDs Rated Output Current 100 mA 100 mA Optical
– Cable strain relief Supply Current 35 mA 35 mA Windows
protects cable from Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Dimensional
pulling and yanking on On/Off Delay Standard 1 ms, High-speed 3 ms Standard 1 ms, High-speed 0.3 ms Light Grids
both cable-out and Switching Frequency Standard 500 Hz, High-speed 1666 Hz Standard 500 Hz, High-speed 1666 Hz
pigtail versions Output Type PNP and NPN PNP and NPN
– Enhanced sensitivity Output Function Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Selectable Light/Dark (switch)
adjustment Sensitivity/Range Adjustment 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected
– Five-turn, clutch Power indication Green LED Green LED
protected potentiometer Output Function Indication Yellow LED Yellow LED
is easier than the Stability/Short Circuit Indication Orange LED Orange LED
competition’s 15-turn Emitter Light Source, diffuse and wide angle Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
version Emitter Light Source, fixed focus VR Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm

Applications
Emitter Light Source, fixed focus VG
Light Field of View
Operating Temperature Range
Visible Green 525 nm
Diffuse 5°, Wide-angle 18°
-20° C to +70° C (-4° F to +158° F)
Visible Green 525 nm
Diffuse 5°, Wide-angle 18°
-20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F)
6 Connectors

– Packaging Machines
– Food and beverage
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
Shock/vibration
IP67; 1200 psi washdown
30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2
IP67; 1200 psi washdown
30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2 7 Accessories

Relative Humidity 95% 95%

o
filling
Noryl 190X Product
– Folder/Glue machines Housing Material Noryl 190X Overview
– Printing/bindery Sensing Face Material Acrylic Acrylic

t
– Color mark detection Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Technical
– Assembly equipment Connection M12 4-pin Micro, 150 mm pigtail 2 m, PVC jacket, 4 x 22 AWG Reference
– General purpose PNP+NPN
automation
A = Letter indicates detection diagrams
See pages 2.77-2.78 for diagram p Part
Number
Index

www.balluff.com/photoelectric 2.73
 BOS 16K
Photoelectric
Sensors
MiniPro AC/DC
Diffuse Block
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

18 18
12.7 24.1 12.7 24.1

15

15
27.2

27.2
3.5(x2) 3.5(x2)

52.3

52.3
30.7

30.7

Ordering Code
Standard Diffuse, 380 mm D BOS 16K-AU-0PD-0.2-S21 BOS 16K-AU-0PD-02
Fixed Focus Diffuse, VR, 43 mm H BOS 16K-AU-0LW-0.2-S21 BOS 16K-AU-0LW-02
Fixed Focus Diffuse, VR, 16 mm F BOS 16K-AU-0LX-0.2-S21 BOS 16K-AU-0LX-02
Wide Angle Diffuse, 180 mm E BOS 16K-AU-0AB-0.2-S21 BOS 16K-AU-0AB-02

Supply Voltage 22...250 Vac/Vdc 22...250 Vac/Vdc

Voltage Drop, Output 8 Vac 8 Vac
Rated Isolation Voltage 300 V 300 V
Rated Output Current 100 mA 100mA
Supply Current Leakage 1.7 mA Leakage 1.7 mA
Power Consumption 4 VA max 4 VA max
Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse
On/Off Delay 8.3ms 8.3ms
Switching Frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz
Output Type Two-wire Two-wire
Output Function Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Selectable Light/Dark (switch)
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected
Power indication Green LED Green LED
Output Function Indication Yellow LED Yellow LED
Stability/Short Circuit Indication Orange LED Orange LED
Emitter Light Source, diffuse and wide angle Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
Emitter Light Source, fixed focus VR Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm
Light Field of View Diffuse 5°, Wide-angle 18° Diffuse 5°, Wide-angle 18°
Operating Temperature Range -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F) -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F)
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67; 1200 psi washdown IP 67; 1200 psi washdown
Shock/vibration 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2
Relative Humidity 95% 95%
Housing Material Noryl 190X Noryl 190X
Sensing Face Material Acrylic Acrylic
Recommended Connector C21 AE3-00-VY-150F
Connection M12 3-pin Micro (2-keys), 150 mm pigtail 2m, PVC jacket, 3 x 22 AWG

A = Letter indicates detection diagram

See pages 2.77-2.78 for diagrams

AC Wiring
Brown Red/White
~/+ 3
~/+ 3 2
Green
1
Blue Red/Black 1
~/- 2
~/-

2.74
 BOS 16K

Block Photoelectric
Sensors
MiniPro DC
Thru-beam & Retrorefl.
Series Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics

18 18
12.7 24.1 12.7 24.1

15

15
27.2

27.2
39.6
3.5(x2) 3.5(x2)

39.6
30.7

152.4
2
30.7

Contents

Selection
Guide
Ordering Code Applications
Retroreflective, VR, 5 m A BOS 16K-UU-1ZD-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1ZD-02 Tubular
Retroreflective, VR, 2.5 m, high-speed A BOS 16K-VU-1ZB-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1ZB-02
Polarized Retroreflective, VR, 2 m B BOS 16K-UU-1QB-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1QB-02 Block
Polarized Retroreflective, VR, 1 m, high-speed B BOS 16K-VU-1QA-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1QA-02 Distance
Thru-Beam, IR, 30 m, emitter C BLS 16K-XX-1R-0.2-S4 BLS 16K-XX-1R-02 Measurement
(Analog)
Thru-Beam, IR, 10 m, emitter, high-speed C BLS 16K-VX-1J-0.2-S4 BLS 16K-VX-1J-02
Slot & Angle
Thru-Beam, IR, 30 m receiver C BLE 16K-UU-1R-0.2-S4 BLE 16K-UU-1R-02
Thru-Beam, IR, 10 m receiver, high-speed C BLE 16K-VU-1J-0.2-S4 BLE 16K-VU-1J-02 Fiber Optics

Full Color
Supply Voltage 11...30 Vdc 11...30 Vdc Detection
Voltage Drop, Output 0.7 Vdc max 0.7 Vdc max Color Mark
Rated Isolation Voltage 300 V 300 V (Contrast)
Detection
Rated Output Current 100 mA 100 mA
Supply Current 35 mA 35 mA Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse
On/Off Delay, Retroreflective Standard 1 ms, High-speed 0.3 ms Standard 1ms, High-speed 0.3ms Optical
Windows
Switching Frequency, Retroreflective Standard 500 Hz, High-speed 1666 Hz Standard 500Hz, High-speed 1666Hz
On/Off Delay, Thru-Beam Standard 16 ms, High-speed 0.9 ms Standard 16ms, High-speed 0.9ms Dimensional
Light Grids
Switching Frequency, Thru-Beam Standard 30 Hz, High-speed 555 Hz Standard 30Hz, High-speed 555Hz
Output Type PNP and NPN PNP and NPN
Output Function Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Selectable Light/Dark (switch)
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected
Power indication Green LED Green LED
Output Function Indication Yellow LED Yellow LED
Stability/Short Circuit Indication Orange LED Orange LED
Emitter Light Source, Retroreflective Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm
Emitter Light Source, Thru-Beam Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
Light Field of View Retroreflective 1.5°, Thru-Beam 7° Retroreflective 1.5°, Thru-Beam 7°
Operating Temperature Range
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
-20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F)
IP67; 1200 psi washdown
-20° C to +70° C (-4° F to +158° F)
IP67; 1200 psi washdown
6 Connectors

7
Shock/vibration 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2
Relative Humidity 95% 95% Accessories
Housing Material Noryl 190X Noryl 190X
Sensing Face Material
Recommended Connector
Connection
Acrylic
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
M12 4-pin Micro, 150 mm pigtail
Acrylic

2 m, PVC jacket, 4 x 22 AWG

o Product
Overview

PNP+NPN Thru-Beam Sender

T
Brown
+ T
1
4
Brown
+ t Technical
Reference

p
2
3 Blue Part
Blue
- - Number
Cable Quick-Disconnect Index

A = Letter indicates detection diagrams

www.balluff.com/photoelectric See pages 2.77-2.78 for diagrams 2.75
 BOS 16K
Photoelectric
Sensors
MiniPro AC/DC
Thru-beam & Retroreflective Block
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

18
18
12.7 24.1
12.7 24.1

15
27.2

15
27.2
3.5(x2)

52.3
3.5(x2)

52.3
30.7

30.7

Ordering Code
Retroreflective, VR, 5 m A BOS 16K-AU-0ZD-0.2-S21 BOS 16K-AU-0ZD-02
Polarized Retroreflective, VR, 2 m B BOS 16K-AU-0QB-0.2-S21 BOS 16K-AU-0QB-02
Thru Beam, IR, 30 m, sender C BLS 16K-XX-0R-0.2-S21 BLS 16K-XX-0R-02
Thru Beam, IR, 30 m receiver C BLE 16K-AU-0R-0.2-S21 BLE 16K-AU-0R-02

Supply Voltage 22...250 Vac/Vdc 22...250 Vac/Vdc

Voltage Drop, Output 8 Vac 8 Vac
Rated Isolation Voltage 300 V 300 V
Rated Output Current 100 mA 100 mA
Supply Current Leakage 1.7 mA Leakage 1.7 mA
Power Consumption 4 mA max. 4 mA max.
Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse
On/Off Delay, Retroreflective 8.3 ms 8.3 ms
Switching Frequency, Retroreflective 60 Hz 60 Hz
On/Off Delay, Thru-Beam 16 ms 16 ms
Switching Frequency, Thru-Beam 30 Hz 30 Hz
Output Type Two-wire Two-wire
Output Function Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Selectable Light/Dark (switch)
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected
Power indication Green LED Green LED
Output Function Indication Yellow LED Yellow LED
Stability/Short Circuit Indication Orange LED Orange LED
Emitter Light Source, Retroreflective Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm
Emitter Light Source, Thru-Beam Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
Light Field of View Retroreflective 1.5°, Thru-Beam 7° Retroreflective 1.5°, Thru-Beam 7°
Operating Temperature Range -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F) -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F)
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67; 1200 psi washdown IP 67; 1200 psi washdown
Shock/vibration 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2
Relative Humidity 95% 95%
Housing Material Noryl 190X Noryl 190X
Sensing Face Material Acrylic Acrylic
Recommended Connector C21 AE3-00-VY-150F
Connection M12 3-pin Micro (2-keys), 150 mm pigtail 2 m, PVC jacket, 3 x 22 AWG
AC Wiring Thru-Beam Source
Brown Red/White
~/+ 3
~/+ Brown
~/+ Red/White
~/+
1
Green
Gnd
3 2 T T Green 3 2
Gnd
Blue Red/Black 1 Red/Black
~/- 2
~/- Blue
~/- ~/- 1

A = Letter indicates detection diagram Recommended Reflectors:

See pages 2.77-2.78 for diagrams (See section 7)
2m or less: BOS R-2
2.76 Over 2m: BOS R-1
 BOS 16K

Block Photoelectric
Sensors
MiniPro
Technical Data
Mounting Brackets

Photoelectric
Side Mount Nose Mount
BOS 16-HW-1 BOS 16-HW-2

Ø20.3

Ø4.6

1.5
1
24.

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Contents

Selection
Apertures Guide
Description Max. sensing range Ordering code Applications
standard high-speed
Tubular
1mm slit, qty 20 2.1 m .7 m BOS 16K-AP1
2mm slit, qty. 20 10.5 m 3.5 m BOS 16K-AP2 Block
4mm slit,qty. 20 18.6 m 6.1 m BOS 16K-AP4 Distance
Assortment, qty. 4 each above BOS 16K-APA Measurement
(Analog)
A Retroreflective C Thru-Beam Slot & Angle
1 ZB..., 1ZD..., 0ZD... 1R...,1J...,0R...
Fiber Optics
100 50
Full Color
30 Detection
Operating Margin

Field of View-mm

BOS R- Color Mark

10 10 (Contrast)
0 Detection
–10
Luminescence
–3
(UV) Detection
1 0
Optical
–50
0.01 0.10 1 10 Windows
(0.03) (0.3) (3.3) (33) 0 1 2 3 4 5
(3.3) (6.5) (9.8) (13) (16)
Operating Distance—m (ft) Dimensional
Operating Distance—m (ft) Light Grids
B Polarized Retroreflective
1QA...,1QB...,0QB...
100 25

15
Operating Margin

Field of View-mm

5
10 0
BOS R- –5

–15

1
0.01
(0.03)
0.10
(0.3)
1
(3.3)
10
(33)
–25
0 0.50
(1.6)
1
(3.3)
1.5
(4.9)
2
(6.5)
2.5
(8.2)
6 Connectors

D Standard Diffuse 1PD...,1PB...,0PD

Operating Distance—m (ft) Operating Distance—m (ft)
7 Accessories

1000 15
10 o Product
Overview
Field of View—mm
Operating Margin

t
100 5
Technical
0
Reference

p
10 –5
Part
–10 Number
Index
1 –15
1 10 100 1000 0.1 100 200 300 400
(0.03) (0.4) (3.9) (39) (0.003) (3.9) (7.9) (12) (16)
www.balluff.com/photoelectric Operating Distance—mm (in)
2.77
Operating Distance—mm (in)
 BOS 16K
Photoelectric
Sensors
MiniPro
Technical Data Block
E Wide Angle Diffuse 1AA...,1AB...,0AB
1000 20
15
10

Field of View—mm
Operating Margin

100
5
0

10 –5
–10
–15
1 –20
1 10 100 0 50 100 150 200
(0.03) (0.4) (3.9) (2.0) (3.9) (5.9) (7.9)

Operating Distance—mm (in) Operating Distance—mm (in)

F Fixed Focus Diffuse 16 mm Red LED

1.5 16
14
1.0
12
Field of View—mm

0.5 Operating Margin 10

0 8
6
–0.5
4
–1.0 2

–1.5 0
10 15 20 25 0 5 10 15 20 25
(0.4) (0.6) (0.8) (1.0) (0.2) (0.4) (0.6) (0.8) (1.0)

Operating Distance—mm (in) Operating Distance—mm (in)

G Fixed Focus Diffuse 16 mm Green LED 1MX...

1.5
16
1.0 14
Field of View—mm

12
0.5
Operating Margin

10
0 8

–0.5 6
4
–1.0
2
–1.5 0
10 15 20 25
0 5 10 15 20 25
(0.4) (0.6) (0.8) (1.0)
(0.2) (0.4) (0.6) (0.8) (1.0)
Operating Distance—mm (in)
Operating Distance—mm (in)

H Fixed Focus Diffuse 43 mm Red LED 1LW..., 0LW...

1.5
16
1.0 14
Field of View—mm

12
0.5
Operating Margin

10
0 8

–0.5 6
4
–1.0
2
–1.5 0
5 20 40 60 80
0 20 40 60 80
(0.2) (0.8) (1.6) (2.4) (3.1)
(0.8) (1.6) (2.4) (3.1)
Operating Distance—mm (in) Operating Distance—mm (in)

2.78
 Block Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 21M

Body Style Mid-size block

Photoelectric
BOS 21M Advanced Type 90° optics
Rugged Metal Series

The BOS 21M series

Receiver
represents the broadest and
most technologically
advanced photoelectric

Sender
family in the world housed in
a rugged metal 50x43 mm
housing. The BOS 21M is a 0°
27
e
true platform approach to ta
bl
ta
fulfilling all of your sensing ro
needs with a single body
style and includes almost all
sensing modes demanded

2
by the most difficult
applications. Set-up has
never been easier with the
choice of a simple Background Suppression Contents
potentiometer or a simple PNP NO+NC Light-on 70...200 mm Teach-in rD BOS 21M-PUS-RH12-S4
Selection
one touch teach-in push- NPN NO+NC Light-on 70...200 mm Teach-in tD BOS 21M-NUS-RH12-S4 Guide
button. Foreground/Background Suppression
Applications
PNP NO+NC Light-on 70...200 mm Teach-in rF BOS 21M-PUS-RV13-S4
NPN NO+NC Light-on 70...200 mm Teach-in tF BOS 21M-NUS-RV13-S4 Tubular

Features Long Range Diffuse Block

PNP NO+NC Light-on 2 m 270°Pot. qB BOS 21M-PA-ID10-S4
Distance
- Rugged Metal NPN NO+NC Light-on 2 m 270° Pot. wB BOS 21M-NA-ID10-S4 Measurement
50x43 mm body style Short Range Diffuse (Analog)

- 10 to 30 Vdc supply PNP NO+NC Light-on 1 m 270° Pot. qA BOS 21M-PA-RD10-S4 Slot & Angle
voltage NPN NO+NC Light-on 1 m 270°Pot wA BOS 21M-NA-RD10-S4
Fiber Optics
- Simple potentiometer Full Color
adjustment or a simple Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc
Detection
Ripple < 10%
one touch teach-in
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V Color Mark
push button. (Contrast)
- Rotable M12 connector Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA Detection
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA/ < 50 mA (BGS, FGBGS)
- Highly visible LED’s aid Luminescence
in set-up and Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 (UV) Detection

troubleshootiing Emitter Light Source Visible Red 670 nm BGS, FGBGS/ Optical
Visble Red 650 nm Short Range Diffuse/ Windows
Infrared 880 nm Long Range Diffuse Dimensional
Applications Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 10000 Lux/ 5000 Lux BGS, FGBGS Light Grids
Output Indicator Yellow LED
- Assembly machines Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
- Inspection machines Switching Frequency 1 kHz BGS, FGBGS, 500 Hz Diffuse
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.5 ms BGS, FGBGS, < 1 ms Diffuse
- Error proofing
- Packaging machines Operating Temperature Range -25°C to +55°C
- Automotive assembly Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
- Automatic storage and Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
retrival systems Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
Emitter Life
GD-Zn/Al Metal
PMMA
Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
6 Connectors

Connection
Recommended Connector
M12 4-pin connector
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M 7 Accessories
Weight 78 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

o Product
Overview

A = Letter indicates detection diagram

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Reference

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 21M Series Block
Body Style Mid-size block
Type 90° optics

Empfänger
Sender
°
70
r2
ba
eh
dr
Polarized Retroreflective
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 8 m 270° Pot. qG BOS 21M-PA-PR10-S4
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 8 m 270° Pot. wG BOS 21M-NA-PR10-S4
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 4 m 270° Pot. Autocollimation qK BOS 21M-PA-PK10-S4
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 4 m 270° Pot. Autocollimation wK BOS 21M-NA-PK10-S4
Transparent Detection Retroreflective
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 2 m 270° Pot. qH BOS 21M-PA-PT10-S4
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 2 m 270° Pot. wH BOS 21M-NA-PT10-S4
Thru-beam
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 20 m Receiver 270° Pot. qJ BOS 21M-PA-IE10-S4
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 20 m Receiver 270° Pot. wJ BOS 21M-NA-IE10-S4
Emitter eJ BOS 21M-XT-IS11-S4

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 650 nm Polarized retroreflective,
Transparent/Infrared 880 nm Thru-beam
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 10000 Lux/ 5000 Lux Polarized
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency 500 Hz Thru-beam, 1 kHz Polarized, transparent,
1.5 Hz Autocollimation
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 1 ms Thru-beam, < 0.5 ms Polarized, transparent,
< 0.333 ms Autocollimation
Operating Temperature Range -25° C to +55° C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material GD-Zn/Al Metal
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 78 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.82-2.84 for diagrams

2.80
Block Class I Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 21M Laser

Body Style Mid-size block

Photoelectric
Type 90° optics

2
Contents
Background Suppression Class I Laser
Selection
PNP NO+NC Light-on 50...100 mm Teach-in rE BOS 21M-PUS-LH12-S4 Guide
NPN NO+NC Light-on 50...100 mm Teach-in tE BOS 21M-NUS-LH12-S4
Applications
Diffuse Class I Laser
PNP NO+NC Light-on 600 mm 270° Pot. qC BOS 21M-PA-LD10-S4 Tubular
NPN NO+NC Light-on 600 mm 270° Pot. wC BOS 21M-NA-LD10-S4 Block
Polarized Retroreflective Class I Laser
Distance
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 20 m 270° Pot. qI BOS 21M-PA-LR10-S4 Measurement
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 20 m 270° Pot. wI BOS 21M-NA-LR10-S4 (Analog)
Thru-beam Class I Laser Slot & Angle
PNP NO+NC Dark-on 60 m Receiver 270° Pot. qL BOS 21M-PA-LE10-S4
Fiber Optics
NPN NO+NC Dark-on 60 m Receiver 270° Pot. wL BOS 21M-NA-LE10-S4
Emitter eL BOS 21M-XT-LS11-S4 Full Color
Detection

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Color Mark

(Contrast)
Ripple < 10% Detection
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Luminescence
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA (UV) Detection
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA/ < 60 mA BGS, Diffuse
Optical
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 Windows
Emitter Light Source Visible Class I Laser 650 nm Dimensional
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux Light Grids
Power Indicator Green LED (Emitter Only)
Output Indicator Yellow LED (Except Emitter)
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency 1.5 kHz Thru-beam, 2 kHz Polarized, Diffuse, 1 kHz BGS
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.333 ms Thru-beam, < 0.25 ms Polarized, Diffuse,
< 0.5 ms BGS
Operating Temperature Range -10° C to + 50° C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection
Overload Protection
Housing Material
Yes
Yes
GD-Zn/Al Metal
6 Connectors

Sensing Face Material

Emitter Life
PMMA
Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C 7 Accessories
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector
Weight
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
78 g o Product
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t Technical
Reference

A = Letter indicates detection diagram

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Number
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Sensors
BOS 21M
Technical Data Class I Laser Block
A Short Range Diffuse
BOS 21M-_A-RD10-S4

white 90 % gray 18 %
gray 18 %

white 90 %

Excess Gain

B Long Range Diffuse

BOS 21M-_A-ID10-S4
grau 18 %

gray 18 %
gray 18 %
white 90 %
weiß 90 %

white 90 %

Excess Gain

C Diffuse Class I Laser

BOS 21M-_A-LD10-S4

white 90 %
gray 18 %

Resolution

D Diffuse with Background Suppression E Diffuse with Background Suppression Class I Laser
BOS 21M-_US-RH12-S4 BOS 21M-_US-LH12-S4
percentage
difference (%)
percentage
difference (%)

gray 18 %
gray 18 %

white 90 %
white 90 %

Setting against white background 90 %

setting against white background 90 %

Tolerance with Standard Setting

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Sensors
BOS 21M
Technical Data
F Diffuse with Foreground/Background Suppression

Photoelectric
BOS 21M-_US-RV13-S4

sensing range
ge
an
o nr
ssi ge
re ran
u pp king
ds wo
r
un nge
gro n ra
ck sio
ba s
pre
sup
ou nd
egr
for

sensing range
Capture Area

G Polarized Retroreflective
BOS 21M-_A-PR10-S4
2
Contents
BOS R-1 Selection
BOS R-1 Guide

Applications

Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle
Excess Gain Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection
H Transparent Detection Retroreflective
Color Mark
BOS 21M-_A-PT10-S4 (Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection
BOS R-1
BOS R-1 Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

Excess Gain

I Retroreflective Polarized Class I Laser

BOS 21M-_A-LR10-S4
6 Connectors

BOS R-1
7 Accessories

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 Block
Photoelectric BOS 21M
Sensors Technical Data

J Thru-beam
BOS 21M-_A-IE10-S4

Excess Gain

K Autocollimation Polarized Retroreflective

BOS 21M-_A-PK10-S4

BOS R-1

R1

Excess Gain

L Thru-beam Class I Laser

BOS 21M-_A-LE10-S4

Resolution

Wiring Diagrams

! + UB $ + UB
ext. Teach-in

0V 0V
N
@ + UB % + UB
ext. Teach-in

0V
0V

# + UB
Test +
Test –
0V

2.84
 Block Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 25K Series

Body Style Mid-size block Mid-size block

Photoelectric
Type 90° optics 90° optics

BOS 25K Economical Series

The Balluff 25K series represents an
economical family of AC/DC and DC
cableout photoelectric sensors
housed in a standard 50 x 50 mm
body style that can be
used in almost
any application.

2
Contents
Background Suppression
Selection
PNP/NPN NO/NC Light-on 50...250 mm, multi-turn Pot.qE BOS 25K-5-M25-02 Guide
Diffuse
Applications
PNP/NPN NO/NC Light-on 2 m 270° Pot. qC BOS 25K-5-C200-02
AC/DC Relay NO/NC Light-on 2 m 270° Pot. rC BOS 25K-1-C200-02 Tubular
Polarized Retroreflective Block
PNP/NPN NO/NC Dark-on 5 m 270° Pot. qA BOS 25K-5-B5-02
Distance
AC/DC Relay NO/NC Dark-on 5 m 270° Pot. rA BOS 25K-1-B5-02 Measurement
Transparent Detection Retroreflective (Analog)
PNP/NPN NO/NC Dark-on 1 m 270° Pot. qD BOS 25K-5-T1-02 Slot & Angle
AC/DC Relay NO/NC Dark-on 1 m 270° Pot. rD BOS 25K-1-T1-02
Fiber Optics
Thru-beam
PNP/NPN NO/NC Dark-on 20 m 2700 Pot. wB BLE 25K-5-F20-02 Full Color
Detection
Emitter DC eB BLS 25K-5-G20-02
AC/DC Relay NO/NC Dark-on 20 m 2700 Pot. rB BLE 25K-1-F20-02 Color Mark
(Contrast)
Emitter AC/DC tB BLS 25K-1-G20-02 Detection

Luminescence
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 15…264 Vac/Vdc (UV) Detection
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 1.5 V
Optical
Rated Isolation Voltage Ui 75 Vdc 250 Vac Windows
Rated Output Current Ie < 100 mA < 3A max. Resistive Load
Dimensional
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA < 40 mA Light Grids
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 AC 140
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880nm Thru-beam, Background Suppression/Visible Red 660nm
Polarized, Transparent Detection
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 10,000 Lux 10,000 Lux
Power Indicator Red LED (Emitter Only)
Stability Indicator Green LED (Background Suppression Only)
Output Indicator RED LED (Except Emitter)
Switching Frequency 500 Hz (250 Hz Thru-beam) 16 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 1ms (2ms Thru-beam) 30ms
Operating Temperature Range
Electrical Shock Protection
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
Class 2
IP 65
-25°C to +55°C
Class 1
IP 65
6 Connectors

Short Circuit Protection

Housing Material
Yes
ABS
No
ABS 7 Accessories
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA
Emitter Life
Connection
Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 22 AWG Cable 2 m, PVC, 5 x 24 AWG o Product
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Technical
q = Number indicates wiring diagram Features Applications Reference
A = Letter indicates detection diagram
p
– Universal 15...264 Vac/Vdc with – Elevators
See pages 2.86 for diagrams Part
relay output or 10…30Vdc, – Machine tools Number
PNP, NPN – Gate controls Index
– Normally open/ Normally Closed – Robots
selectable – Small parts recognition
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– Handling automation
 Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 25K
Technical Data Block
Detection Diagrams Wiring Diagrams

A Retroreflective with Polarizing Filter BOS 25K-..-B5-...

N.C. N.O.
Reflector
Reflector BOS R-1
q
BOS R-10

N.C. N.O.

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using reflector.

N.C. N.O.
B Thru-beam BLE/BLS 25K-... w
Emitter/
Receiver

N.C. N.O.

For the Thru-beam sensor, the maximum possible offset between

emitter and receiver is measured.

C Diffuse BOS 25K-..-C200-..

e
cm
12
White R90%
8
Gray R18%
4
m
0 r
0 1 2 3
-4

-8

-12
Emitter

D Diffuse BOS 25K-..-T1-.. t

cm
1.2

0.8 BOS R-1

BOS R-10
0.4

0
0 0.5 1
-0.4

-0.8

-1.2

E Diffuse BOS 25K with

The "undefined zone" in the
Background Suppression
diffuse BOS 25K-5-M25-... is
undef. zone the zone between the
effective range and the
effective background. The sensing
range
distance can be set between
50 mm and 250 mm using a
sensitivity

background
spindle of the unit.
Remember, the "undefined
zone" also changes
proportionally to the sensing
sensing dist. m distance.

2.86
 Block Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 26K Series
BOS 26K Precision Series
Body Style Mid-size block

Photoelectric
Type 90° optics
The BOS 26K is a standard 50x50
mm body style that can be used in
almost any application. The BOS 50
26K series precision background 38
4.3
suppression is designed specifically

4
to solve tough applications that
cause typical sensors to fail. The
single-eye optical design of the auto
collimation, polarized retroreflective

50
41
version offers a precise switching

4.3
point, increased sensing distance
and faster switching frequencies
4
when compared with traditional
systems.

Features

– Rotatable M12 connector

Background Suppression
PNP NO/NC Light-on 30…300 mm Two-turn Pot qA BOS 26K-PA-1HC-S4-C 2
NPN NO/NC Light-on 30…300 mm Two-turn Pot. wA BOS 26K-NA-1HC-S4-C Contents
– Precise two-turn adjustment
PNP NO/NC Light-on 150…600 mm Two-turn Pot. qC BOS 26K-PA-1IE-S4-C
control Selection
NPN NO/NC Light-on 150…600 mm Two-turn Pot. wC BOS 26K-NA-1IE-S4-C Guide
– Clear character display for
Polarized Retroreflective (Auto Collimation)
adjustment setting Applications
PNP NO/NC Dark-on 5.5 m Two-turn Pot. qB BOS 26K-PA-1QE-S4-C
– Optimal design to resist
NPN NO/NC Dark-on 5.5 m Two-turn Pot. wB BOS 26K-NA-1QE-S4-C Tubular
contamination of the lens
Block
– Complementary discrete
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc
outputs < 2.4 V
Distance
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie Measurement
Rated Isolation Voltage 250 Vdc (Analog)
Applications < 250 mA
Rated Output Current le Slot & Angle
Current Consumption IO (No Load) BGS (1HC) < 35 mA
– Precise small part detection < 70 mA
Fiber Optics
Current Consumption IO (No Load) BGS (1IE)
– Positioning tasks < 30 mA Full Color
Current Consumption IO (No Load) Polarized (1QE)
– Detail checking Detection
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
– Conveyor inspection Color Mark
Emitter Light Source BGS (1HC) Visible Red 660 nm
– Automation (Contrast)
Emitter Light Source BGS (1IE) Infrared 880 nm Detection
– Handling equipment
Emitter Light Source Polarized (1QE) Visible Red 660 nm Luminescence
Light Spot Diameter 20 x 20 mm at Sn 400 mm (UV) Detection
Hystersis (18%/18% Reflectivity) BGS VR/IR < 5%/< 15%
Optical
Gray shift value (90%/18% Reflectivity) BGS VR/IR < 8%/< 12% Windows
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux. Dimensional
Stability Indicator Green LED/ Red LED Light Grids
Output Indicator Yellow LED
Switching Frequency/Response Time (On/Off Delay) BGS (VR) 1000 Hz/0.5 ms
Switching Frequency/Response Time (On/Off Delay) BGS (IR) 800 Hz/0.625 ms
Switching Frequency/Response Time (On/Off Delay) Polarized 1000 Hz/0.5 ms
Operating Temperature Range -20°C to +60°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Reverse Polarity Protection
Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
Yes
ABS
PMMA
6 Connectors

Connection
Recommended Connector
M12 4-pin connector
C04 AEL-00-VY-050M 7 Accessories
Weight 40 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
o Product
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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 26K Laser Class I and II Laser Block
BOS 26K Class II Body Style Mid-size block
Laser Type 90° optics
When extreme precision
and fast switching speeds
are needed, the BOS 26K 50
Class II Laser is the best 38
choice. The BOS 26K 4.3

4
Class II Laser is housed in
a standard 50x50mm
body style that can be
used in almost any

50
41
application.

4.3
Features 4

– Extreme precision
– Extended sensing Background Suppression — Class II Laser
distance and range PNP NO/NC Light-on 40...60 mm Two-turn Pot. q BOS 26K-PA-1LHA-SA1-S4-C
– Brilliant red light NPN NO/NC Light-on 40...60 mm Two-turn Pot. w BOS 26K-NA-1LHA-SA1-S4-C
– High Switching PNP NO/NC Light-on 30…150 mm Two-turn Pot. qE BOS 26K-PA-1LHB-S4-C
Frequency NPN NO/NC Light-on 30…150 mm Two-turn Pot. wE BOS 26K-NA-1LHB-S4-C
– Protection class 2 laser PNP NO/NC Light-on 50…300 mm Two-turn Pot q BOS 26K-PA-1LHC-S4-C
NPN NO/NC Light-on 50…300 mm Two-turn Pot. w BOS 26K-NA-1LHC-S4-C
Polarized Retroreflective — Class I Laser (Auto Collimation)
PNP NO/NC Dark-on 20 m Two-turn Pot. qD BOS 26K-PA-1LQP-S4-C
NPN NO/NC Dark-on 20 m Two-turn Pot. wD BOS 26K-NA-1LQP-S4-C

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.5 V
Rated Isolation Voltage 250 Vdc
Rated Output Current Ie < 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) BGS (1LHA/B/C) < 50 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) Polarized (1LQP) < 40 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source BGS (1LHA/B/C) Visible Red Class II Laser 660 nm
Emitter Light Source Polarized (1LQP) Visible Red Class II Laser 670 nm
Light Spot Diameter See chart below
Hystersis (18%/18% Reflectivity) BGS (1LHA/B/C) < 5%
Gray shift value (90%/18% Reflectivity) BGS (1LQP) < 8%
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux.
Stability Indicator Green LED/ Red LED
Output Indicator Yellow LED
Switching Frequency 2500 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) 0.2 ms
Operating Temperature Range -20°C to +60°C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes
Housing Material ABS
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 40 g

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.89-2.90 for diagrams

2.88
Block Photoelectric
Sensors
BOS 26K
Technical Data

Photoelectric
BOS 26K

q PNP NO+NC

PA

w NPN NO+NC

NPN
NA NPN

Contamination Display/
Stability Display
Display and Operating
Elements
2
Contents

The BOS 26K features Selection

Guide
2 display LEDs: yellow for function Function display
display and green/red for stability Applications
and function display. When the "light at receiver" yellow Tubular
received light intensity drops
Block
below a certain level, the red Stability Indicator/contamination display
stability LED will illuminate Distance
Measurement
indicating that the sensor is not Double-LED red/green (Analog)
adjusted correctly or that the lens
Slot & Angle
is contaminated. This is an early
indication that the sensor is not in Fiber Optics
a stable condition and may not Full Color
function properly. Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection
BOS 26K-.-1LHA-... BOS 26K-.-1LHB-... BOS 26K-.-1LHC-... BOS 26K-.-1LQP-...
Wavelength (I) 660 nm 660 nm 660 nm 670 nm Optical
Windows
Beam divergence (q) 0.5 mrad 0.5 mrad 0.5 mrad 0.5 mrad
Pulse power (Pp) ≤ 2 mW ≤ 2 mW ≤ 4 mW ≤ 3.5 mW Dimensional
Light Grids
Pulse width (t) 12 µs 12 µs 6 µs 6 µs
Pulse repetition frequency (F) 10 kHz 11 kHz 12 kHz 14 kHz
Tme base (T) 250 ms 250 ms 80 µs 250 ms

Mounting Bracket
BOS 26-HW-1
6 Connectors

Please order separately.

See section 7. 7 Accessories

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Sensors
BOS 26K
Technical Data Block
A Diffuse with BGS BOS 26K-..-1HC-... B VR Retroreflective BOS 26K-..-1QE-..

Reflector
BOS R-1

Kodak- gray card

90 % Reflexion

C Diffuse with BOS 26K-..-1IE-... D Laser Retroreflective BOS 26K-..-1LQP-..

Reflector
Kodak- gray card BOS R-1
90 % Reflexion
Reflector
BOS R-13

E Laser diffuse with BGS BOS 26K-..-1LHB-...

Kodak- gray card

90 % Reflexion

2.90
BOS 65K
Block Photoelectric
Sensors BOS 65K Series

Universal Body Style Large block Large block Large block

Photoelectric
Series Type 90° optics 90° optics 90° optics
When your
application calls for
more power, the
BOS 65K high
power series is the
photoelectric sensor
to choose. The
BOS 65K high
power series has a
high excess gain
designed for dirty,
rugged
environments that
cause most sensors

2
to fail.

Features Background Suppression (270° Pot.) Contents

– Universal 15...264 PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark-on 200…1100 mm, Timer BOS 65K-5-M110T-2P-S4 BOS 65K-5-M110T-1
Selection
Vac/Vdc with relay AC/DC Relay NO/NC Light/Dark-on 200..1100 mm, Timer BOS 65K-1-M110T-1 Guide
output or Diffuse (270° Pot.)
Applications
10…30Vdc PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark-on 2 m, Timer A BOS 65K-5-C200T-2P-S4 BOS 65K-5-C200T-1
– Light-on/Dark-on AC/DC Relay NO/NC Light/Dark-on 2 m, Timer A BOS 65K-1-C200T-1 Tubular

selectable Polarized Retroreflective (270° Pot.) Block

– Programmable PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 8 m, Timer B BOS 65K-5-B8T-2P-S4 BOS 65K-5-B8T-1
Distance
multifunction AC/DC Relay NO/NC Light/Dark 8 m, Timer B BOS 65K-1-B8T-1 Measurement
time delay output Thru-beam (270° Pot.) (Analog)

(0.6s to 12s) PNP/NPN NO/NC Light/Dark 70 m, Timer C BLE 65K-5-F50T-2P-S4 BLE 65K-5-F50T-1 Slot & Angle
– Simple Emitter DC C BLS 65K-5-G50-2-S4 BLS 65K-5-G50-1 Fiber Optics
potentiometer AC/DC Relay NO/NC Light/Dark 70 m, Timer C BLE 65K-1-F50T-1
Emitter AC/DC C BLS 65K-1-G50-1 Full Color
sensitivity Detection
adjustment
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 15…264 Vac/Vdc Color Mark
– M12 Connector or (Contrast)
wiring chamber Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.0 V Detection
– Alarm output and Rated Isolation Voltage Ui 75 Vdc 250 Vac Luminescence
test input (DC Rated Output Current Ie < 200 mA < 3A max. Resistive Load (UV) Detection
Versions) Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 40 mA < 60 mA
Optical
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 AC 140 Windows
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Dimensional
Applications Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 3000 Lux 3000 Lux Light Grids
– Conveying Power Indicator Red LED (Emitter Only) Red LED (Emitter Only)
– Packaging Stability Indicator Green LED Green LED
– Elevators Output Indicator RED LED (Except Emitter) RED LED (Except Emitter)
– Machine tools Switching Frequency 500 Hz 10 Hz
– Car Wash Response Time (On/Off Delay) 1 ms 20 ms
– Robots Operating Temperature Range -20°C to +55°C -20°C to +55°C
– Parts counting Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 1
– Assembly and Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 66 IP 66
handling Short Circuit Protection Yes No
automation Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
PC
PMMA
PC
PMMA
Average 100,000
6 Connectors
q = Number indicates Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25°C
wiring diagram
A = Letter indicates
detection diagram
Connection M12 4-pin C04A or C04B Screw Terminals
hr with Ta=+25°C
Screw Terminals 7 Accessories
Weight 165 g 165 g 165 g
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Alarm output for receiver, diffuse Stability
and retroreflective (DC) (green LED) Technical
Reference
The alarm output (PNP open contamination or improper alignment. stable
collector 30 mA) for DC versions
generates a warning signal when
The alarm output is activated if the
receiver signal stays in the alarm range unstable switching
threshold
Alarm
p Part
Number
Index
there are malfunctions caused by for at least 3 seconds.
stable
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Detection Diagrams
BOS 65K
Technical Data Block
A Diffuse BOS 65K-.-C200T-... C Thru-beam BLE/BLS 65K-...
Sender/
Kodak-
Kodak- gray card Kodak-gray card gray card
18 % Reflecion 90 %

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using Kodak

gray card..

B Retroreflective with Polarizing Filter BOS 65K-.-B8T-

... Reflector Reflector
BOS R-10 BOS R-1

For the Thru-beam sensor, the max. possible offset

between emitter & receiver is measured.

Sensing distance measured with lateral approach using reflector. Programmable Time Functions
light
Light dark
Wiring Diagrams
output switch
AC, screw terminals AC, screw
light-on position

DC, connector DC, connector

output
dark-on

DC, screw terminals DC, screw terminals

DC, screw terminals

Stability Output
(green LED) (red LED)
stable
light-on

dark-on

instable switching
threshold
stable

Green Stability Display

The green stability display illuminates in the "safe " range, where the input energy is at
least 30% over or under the "threshold energy. "
The "threshold energy, " at which a signal change is effected, is defined at 100%.

The "safe " range is therefore reached when:

– The input signal is at 130% or more of the threshold energy
– The input signal is at 70% or less than the threshold energy

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Contents

Distance Measurement (Analog)

Photoelectric
Sensors

Distance measurement sensors emit visible

red or laser light to detect target position,
than generate an analog output signal. Some
types use triangulation, based on the
incoming angle of light returned, to determine
the distance to the target. Longer-range
models use pulsed laser light in a time-of-
flight configuration. The time of light travel
corresponds to the target distance. Their
visible light spot assures simple and easy set
up in most applications. Some models offer
teachable setpoint outputs for interfacing to
discrete I/O without an analog input card.

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2.95 BOD 6K Contents
2.96 BOD 26K
Selection
2.99 BOL 27K Guide
2.101 BOD 63 Applications
2.104 BOD 66M
Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

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 BOD 18KF
Photoelectric
Sensors Plastic, Straight Analog
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Sensing range 50...100 mm 50...100 mm
Resolution 1 mm 1 mm

14
14
M18x1 M18x1

24 24

X
X

43
43

Y
Y

25
25
Sn Sn

x y O3.8 O3.8

10
14.5
24 57 LED LED

Measurement Sensor
50...100 mm 1 mm Resolution Triangulation BOD 18KF-RA01-S4-C BOD 18KF-RA01-C-02

Supply Voltage 18…30 Vdc 18…30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ±2V ±2V
Rated Isolation Voltage 250 Vac 250 Vac
Current Consumption Io (No Load) < 30 mA < 30 mA
Analog Output Type 0-10 Vdc 0-10 Vdc
Discrete Output Type None None
Discrete Output Current (max.) N/A N/A
Sensing Mode Diffuse, Light-on Diffuse, Light-on
Additional Features Invertable analog output Invertable analog output
Emitter Light Source Visible Red LED Visible Red LED
Wavelength 630 nm 630 nm
Spot Size 8 mm @ 100 mm 8 mm @ 100 mm
Operating Temperature Range -25 … +55 °C -25 … +55 °C
Temperature Drift Compensated Compensated
Linearity 5% 5%
Gray Shift Value (90%/18% reflectivity) 10% 10%
Switching Frequency 150 Hz 150 Hz
Response Time 3.33 ms 3.33 ms
Supply Voltage Indicator Green LED Green LED
Output Function Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED
Connection M12 4-pin connector 2 m cable
Wire Information 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 ANL-00-PG-050MS
Housing Material PBT PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA
Weight 75 g 110 g
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP67 IP67
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes Yes

Wiring Diagram Detection Diagrams

Measurement field in Measurement field in
direct proportionality inverse proportionality
12 12

10 10

8 8
Tesion (V)
Tesion (V)

6 6

4 4

2 2
mm mm
0 0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
Direct proportionality (DIR) Inverse proportionality (INV)

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BOD 6K
Distance Sensor

Body Style Small Block Small Block

Photoelectric
Sensing range 20 … 80 mm 20 … 80 mm
Resolution 0.5 mm 0.5 mm

Emitter Receiver

Receiver
Emitter
Measurement Sensor 2
20...80 mm 0.5 mm Resolution Triangulation BOD 6K-RA01-S75-C BOD 6K-RA01-C-02 Contents

Selection
Supply Voltage 15…30 Vdc 15…30 Vdc Guide
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ± 2.4 V ± 2.4V
Applications
Rated Isolation Voltage 250 Vac 250 Vac
Current Consumption Io (No Load) <30 mA <30mA Tubular
Analog Output Type 0 - 10 Vdc 0 - 10 Vdc Block
Discrete Output Type PNP NO PNP NO
Distance
Discrete Output Current (max.) ± 100 mA ± 100mA Measurement
Sensing Mode Diffuse, Light-on Diffuse, Light-on (Analog)
Additional Features NO/NC selectable output NO/NC selectable output Slot & Angle
Emitter Light Source Visible Red LED Visible Red LED
Fiber Optics
Wavelength 660 nm 660 nm
Spot Size 5 mm x 5 mm @ 60 mm 5mm x 5mm @ 60 mm Full Color
Detection
Operating Temperature Range -25 … +60 °C -25 … +60 °C
Temperature Drift Compensated Compensated Color Mark
(Contrast)
Linearity 1% 1% Detection
Gray Shift Value (90%/18% reflectivity) ±1% ± 1% Luminescence
Switching Frequency Analog 200 Hz/Discrete 1 kHz Analog 200 Hz/Discrete 1 kHz (UV) Detection
Response Time Analog 2.5 ms/Discrete 0.5 ms Analog 2.5 ms/Discrete 0.5 ms Optical
Supply Voltage Indicator Green LED Green LED Windows
Output Function Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED Dimensional
Connection M8 4-pin connector 2m cable Light Grids
Wire Information 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector BKS S75-14-03
Housing Material ABS ABS
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA
Weight 10 g 40 g
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP67 IP67
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes Yes

6
* depending on object reflectivity
Connectors
Wiring Diagram Detection Diagram
1
4
BN
BK
+
Digital Output
Analog Output

Rated Range
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2 WH Analog Output 10V
0317A001

3 BU Product
- Overview
8V

6V

4V
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0V Range
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
(mm)
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BOD 26K
Class II Laser Class II Laser Analog
Body Style Mid-size Block
Sensing range 45... 85 mm
Resolution down to 20µm

Measurement Sensor
45...85 mm 20 µm Resolution Triangulation q BOD 26K-LA01-S4-C
45...85 mm 80 µm Resolution Triangulation q BOD 26K-LA02-S4-C
30...100 mm 70 µm Resolution Triangulation w
80...300 mm 220 µm Resolution Triangulation w
30...100 mm 70 µm Resolution Triangulation e
80...300 mm 200 µm Resolution Triangulation e

Supply Voltage 18…28 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.4 V
Rated Isolation Voltage 250 Vac
Current Consumption Io (No Load) <35 mA
Analog Output Type 0 - 10 Vdc
Discrete Output Type None
Discrete Output Current (max.) N/A
Sensing Mode Diffuse, Light-on
Additional Features None
Emitter Light Source Laser Red LED
Wavelength 670 nm
Spot Size 0.8 mm @ 65 mm
Operating Temperature Range 0 … +45 °C
Temperature Drift 18 µm/°C
Linearity 1%
Gray Shift Value (90%/18% reflectivity) ± 3%
Switching Frequency 400 Hz -LA01/40 Hz -LA02
Response Time 1.25 ms -LA01/12.5 ms -LA02
Supply Voltage Indicator Green LED
Output Function Indicator N/A
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Wire Information
Recommended Connector C04 ANL-00-PG-050MS
Housing Material ABS
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Weight 40 g
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes
q = Number indicates wiring diagram
See pages 2.98 for diagrams

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Analog Class II Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors
BOD 26K
Class II Laser

Mid-size Block Mid-size Block

Photoelectric
45... 85mm 30...100 mm or 80...300 mm
down to 20µm down to 70µm

W
NE

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Selection
Guide
BOD 26K-LA01-C-06
Applications
BOD 26K-LA02-C-06
BOD 26K-LB04-S115-C* Tubular
BOD 26K-LB05-S115-C* Block
BOD 26K-LB06-S92-C
Distance
BOD 26K-LB07-S92-C Measurement
(Analog)
18…28 Vdc 18…30 Vdc Slot & Angle
< 2.4 V < 2.4 V
Fiber Optics
250 Vac 250 Vac
<35 mA <35mA Full Color
Detection
0 - 10 Vdc 4 - 20 mA
None PNP NO (2 - LB04/05; 1 - LB06/07) Color Mark
(Contrast)
N/A 100 mA Detection
Diffuse, Light-on Diffuse, Light-on Luminescence
None Programmable modes and setpoints (UV) Detection
Laser Red LED Laser Red LED Optical
670 nm 650 nm Windows
0.8 mm @ 65 mm ± 2 mm x 4.5 mm Dimensional
0 … +45 °C -10 … +60 °C Light Grids
18 µm/°C <1.4 µm/°C -LB04/06; < 4.4 µm/°C -LB05/07
1% 0.25%
± 3% ± 8%
400 Hz -LA01/40 Hz -LA02 1 kHz
1.25 ms -LA01/12.5 ms -LA02 0.4 ms
Green LED Green LED
N/A Yellow LED
6 m cable, PVC M12 8-pin connector -LB04/05; M12 5-pin connector -LB06/07
4 x 24 AWG

ABS
PMMA
C04 ANT-00-PB-050MS-LB04/05; C04 ANQ-00-PB-050MS -LB06/07
ABS
PMMA
6 Connectors

40 g
IP67
43 g
IP67 7 Accessories
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
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BOD 26K
Technical Data Analog
Contamination Display/Stability
Display
q BOD 26K-LA..
CABLE CONECTOR
The BOS 26K features
2 display LEDs: yellow for function
display and green/red for stability and
function display. Should the received
Shield Shield light intensity drop below a certain
level, this condition will be indicated
by a red LED signal. This permits
w BOD 26K-LB04/05 environmental contamination or poor
+UB adjustment to be quickly detected.

RS485 Y/A Only model

RS485 Z/A BOD 26K-LBR... Display and Operating
Elements

Ext. Teach-In

Function display
0V "light at receiver"
yellow LED Stability/
contamination
display.
e BOD 26K-LB06/07... Double-LED red/
green
Visualizing switching

Analog Output BOD 26K-LB(R)04/LB06 Analog Output BOD 26K-LB(R)05/LB07

Working Distance Working Distance

Output Voltage

Output Voltage

Triangulation Principle

Further away from the sensor

Closer to the sensor

CCD receiver element

In triangulation, the angle of the arriving light is evaluated. The emitter sends a light beam out to the
object, which reflects it back where is passes through a lens and strikes a photoelement. Processing
electronics determine the focal point of the intensity and thereby the distance.

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Sensors BOL 27K

Body Style Mid-size Block

Photoelectric
BOL 27K Advanced Sensing range 200 mm
Measuring Line Sensor Resolution 0.15mm

Balluff's BOL 27K

Advanced Measuring Line
sensor is designed to solve
difficult measurement
applications where space is
at a premium. The BOL
27K uses retroreflective
tape as a point of reference.
It uses infrared emission
and precision photo-array
diode offering a high
resolution (0.15 mm) at an

2
economical price. The BOL
27K offers 3 modes of
operation to solve most
applications. Edge position Contents
Measurement Sensor
mode detects the position Selection
0...200 mm Retroflective PNP qq
A BOL 27K-PS-01-S115 Guide
of an object, center
0...200 mm Retroflective NPN ww
A BOL 27K-NS-01-S115
position mode detects the Applications
center of an object
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc Tubular
independent of an objects Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ±2V Block
width, and the width Rated Isolation Voltage 250 Vac
measurement mode Current Consumption Io (No Load) ± 70 mA
Distance
Measurement
detects the distance Analog Output Type 4 - 20 mA (Analog)
between two edges. Discrete Output Type 2 PNP or NPN NO Slot & Angle
Discrete Output Current (max.) 100 mA
Fiber Optics
Sensing Mode Retro-reflective, Dark-on
Features Additional Features Programmable modes and setpoints Full Color
Detection
— Teachable discrete or Emitter Light Source Infrared
Wavelength 875 nm Color Mark
analog output (Contrast)
Spot Size 150 mm x 3 mm @ 200 mm Detection
Operating Temperature Range -10 … +55 °C Luminescence
Temperature Drift N/A (UV) Detection
Linearity N/A Optical
Gray Shift Value (90%/18% reflectivity) N/A Windows
Switching Frequency 130 Hz O Dimensional
Response Time ± 3 ms Light Grids
Supply Voltage Indicator Green LED
Output Function Indicator Yellow LED
Connection M12 8-pin connector
Wire Information
Recommended Connector C04 ANT-00-PB-050MS
Housing Material ABS
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Weight 100 g
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP67
Short Circuit Protection
Reverse Polarity Protection
Yes
Yes 6 Connectors

Note: Includes 1 m reflective tape

q = Number indicates wiring diagram
7 Accessories

o
A = Letter indicates detection diagram
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Overview

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BOL 27K
Technical Data Analog
A Detection Diagrams
Analogue output (mA)

Analogue output (mA)

20 20

4 4

mm mm

0 150 0 150
Detected position or measurement (mm) Detected position or measurement (mm)

On On
Digtial output

Digtial output

mm mm
Off Off
0 1 2 150 0 2 1 150
Detected position or measurement (mm) Detected position or measurement (mm)

1 1
Detection order of the switching interval extremes Detection order of the switching interval extremes
2 2

Note: The digital output is activated inside the switching range if the inferior limit is acquired first and then
the superior limit. The inverse logic functioning is obtained by inverting the acquisition order.

Wiring Diagrams Top View of Sensor

q PNP NO

w NPN NO

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Analog Photoelectric
Sensors BOD 63M Series

Photoelectric
BOD 63M Time-of-Flight Distance Sensor Laser Safety Regulation
Designed for the most demanding applications, the Balluff BOD
63M combines precision measurement and discrete sensing in one The emitter corresponds
unit using time of flight technology. to Laser Safety class 2 per
EN 60825-1:2001-11.
The BOD 63M's rugged metal housing has a working range of Therefore, no additional
500...6000 mm and is an ideal supplement to the BOD 26K safety measures are
(45...85 mm) and BOD 66M (200...2000 mm) families. It features required.
adjustable background suppression and an analog output of 0...10
V or 4...20 mA. The device must be
mounted so that the laser
A multi-turn potentiometer sets the discrete output. Its highly warning label is easily
focused, easily visible red light enables long range sensing with very visible.
low gray shift value changes and hysteresis.

Features

– Measuring the propagation time of light allows for greater ranges

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than with sensors using triangulation or energetic diffuse
technologies Selection
Guide

– Small laser spot for detecting small objects over large distances Applications

Tubular
– Virtually unaffected by the reflective properties of the object within
Block
a particular sensing range
Distance
Measurement
– Background suppression is adjustable over the entire working (Analog)
range
Slot & Angle

– Discrete sensing and alarm outputs Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection
Applications Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection
– Precise detection over large distances (e. g., installation
constraints or when local temperatures are very high) Luminescence
(UV) Detection

– Detecting objects with changing colors, reflective surfaces or at Optical

Windows
unfavorable angles to the light beam
Dimensional
Light Grids
– Flexible solutions for position sensing, level control, distance or
height measurement, quality assurance

Time-of-Flight Principle

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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In time-of-flight measurement, short light pulses are emitted by the laser diode. The target bounces light
Technical
pulses back to the receiver, where they are processed to determine the object distance. In other words, when Reference
the light is sent an "electronic clock" is started which is then stopped when the light pulse arrives back at the
receiver. This principle is extremely insensitive to ambient light.
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 Photoelectric
Sensors BOD 63M Series Class II Laser Analog
Body Style Large Block Large Block
Sensing range 200...2000 or 200…6000 mm 200...2000 or 200…6000 mm
Resolution <1 mm <1 mm

ep
de
rotatable 3 × 90°

Measurement Sensor
2 m Range TOF PNP q BOD 63M-LA02-S115 BOD 63M-LB02-S115
2 m Range TOF NPN w BOD 63M-LA03-S115* BOD 63M-LB03-S115*
6 m Range TOF PNP q BOD 63M-LA04-S115 BOD 63M-LB04-S115
6 m Range TOF NPN w BOD 63M-LA05-S115* BOD 63M-LB05-S115*

Supply Voltage 15…30 Vdc 15…30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ± 2.5 V ± 2.5 V
Rated Isolation Voltage 250 Vac 250 Vac
Current Consumption Io (No Load) ± 75 mA ± 75 mA
Analog Output Type 0 - 10 Vdc 4 - 20 mA
Discrete Output Type 3 PNP or NPN NO 3 PNP or NPN NO
Discrete Output Current (max.) 200 mA 200 mA
Sensing Mode Diffuse, Light-on Diffuse, Light-on
Additional Features Programmable setpoint Programmable setpoint
Emitter Light Source Laser Red LED Laser Red LED
Wavelength 650 nm 650 nm
Spot Size 10 mm @ 6 m 10 mm @ 6 m
Operating Temperature Range -10 … +55 °C -10 … +55 °C
Temperature Drift 1.5 mm/°C 1.5mm/°C
Linearity 1% 1%
Gray Shift Value (90%/18% reflectivity) ± 1.5% ± 1.5%
Switching Frequency 100 Hz 100 Hz
Response Time ± 5 ms ± 5 ms
Supply Voltage Indicator Green LED Green LED
Output Function Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED
Connection M12 8-pin connector M12 8-pin connector
Wire Information
Recommended Connector C04 ANT-00-PB-050MS C04 ANT-00-PB-050MS
Housing Material Anodized Aluminum Anodized Aluminum
Sensing Face Material Glass Glass
Weight 260 g 260 g
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP67 IP67
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes Yes
* Availability is September 2008.

q = Number indicates wiring diagram

A = Letter indicates detection diagram
See pages 2.103 for diagrams

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BOD 63M
Technical Data

A Analog output Switching output

Photoelectric
hysteresis

sensing distance sensing distance

switching distance
sensing range
sensing range

Sn max Sn max Sn max

Measuring range as a function of object reflection Connector diagram (C04 ANT-00-PB-050MS)

Pin configuration Wire color Function

2
1 white output 1 Contents
white

2 brown +UB Selection

3 green output 2 Guide
4 yellow not used Applications
5 gray +analog output
gray

Tubular
6 pink Alarm output
7 blue –UB 0 V Block
8 red Laser Test Distance
black

knurled ring braided shield shield Measurement

(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection
Wiring Diagrams Adjustment and LEDs Display
Color Mark
PNP NPN (Contrast)
q 2 2 Detection
+V w +V
Out1
Sn
Out2
Sn

8 8 1
Laser Laser
5 5
2 Luminescence
+ +
3 Analog 3 Analog 3 (UV) Detection
- -
1 1
4
Out1 Out1 Optical
4 4
Out2 Out2 Windows
6 Error 6 Error 1 Green LED: Ready
7 0V 7 0V 2 Yellow LED: Out1 Dimensional
3 Yellow LED: Out2 Light Grids
Shield Shield
4 Red LED: Error

Recommended Connector
C04 ANT-00-PB-050MS
accessories
Please order separately
See sections 6 & 7 6 Connectors

Mounting bracket
BOD 63-HW-1
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Photoelectric
Sensors
Red Light Distance Sensor
Class II Laser Distance Sensor Class II Laser Analog
BOD 66M Distance Body Style Large Block Large Block
Measurement Sensing range 100…600 mm 200…2000 mm
Sensor Resolution 0.5mm 5mm
The BOD 66M distance
sensor with teachable
background suppression
and accurate distance
measurement is like
having two sensors in
one. Highly visible red
and class II laser
emission illuminates the
target over the complete
sensing range. Using the
latest in CCD
background suppression
technology, the BOD
66M sensor can detect
both black and white
targets at the same Measurement Sensor
range with no loss of 100...600 mm 0.5 mm Resolution Triangulation BOD 66M-RA01-S92-C
sensing distance. 100...600 mm 0.5 mm Resolution Triangulation BOD 66M-RB01-S92-C
200...2000 mm 5 mm Resolution Triangulation BOD 66M-LA01-S92-C
200...2000 mm 5 mm Resolution Triangulation BOD 66M-LB01-S92-C
Features
Supply Voltage 18…30 Vdc 18…30 Vdc
– Highly visible red or Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ± 2.5 V ± 2.5 V
Class II Laser Rated Isolation Voltage 250 Vac 250 Vac
emission Current Consumption Io (No Load) ± 250 mA ± 250 mA
– Teachable, discrete Analog Output Type 1 - 10 Vdc -RA; 4 - 20 mA -RB 1 - 10 Vdc -LA; 4 - 20 mA -LB
PNP output Discrete Output Type PNP NO PNP NO
– Accurate distance Discrete Output Current (max.) ± 150 mA ± 150 mA
measurement analog Sensing Mode Diffuse, Light-on Diffuse, Light-on
output Additional Features Programmable setpoint Programmable setpoint
– 1…10 Vdc or 4…20 Emitter Light Source Visible Red LED 660 nm Laser Red LED 660 nm
mA analog output Wavelength 660 nm 660 nm
– Linear analog Spot Size 10 mm 10 mm
measurement (0.5% Operating Temperature Range -20 … +50 °C -20 … +50 °C
linearity) Temperature Drift 0.2 mm/°C 0.2 mm/°C
– Rugged metal Linearity 0.5% 0.5%
housing Gray Shift Value (90%/18% reflectivity) ± 1% ± 1%
– Scratch-resistance Switching Frequency 100 HZ 100 HZ
glass optics Response Time ± 5 ms ± 5 ms
– M12 connector for Supply Voltage Indicator Green LED Green LED
simple error-free Output Function Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED
wiring Connection M12 5-pin connector M12 5-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 ANQ-00-88-050MS C04 ANQ-00-PB-050MS
Housing Material Anodized Aluminum Anodized Aluminum
Applications Sensing Face Material Glass Glass
Weight 250 g 250 g
– Level monitoring Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP65 IP65
– Error-proofing Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
applications Reverse Polarity Protection Yes Yes
– Positioning
– Thickness gauging
– Profile measurement 1 BN +
2 WH
– Stack height control 5 GY
Teach Input 20 mA/

Analog Output
– Quality control 4 BK Digital Output
3 BU -

4 mA/

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Sensors
Slot & Angle Sensors
Contents
Self-contained Thru-beam Sensors

Photoelectric
Balluff self-contained thru-beam sensors are
configured in rugged, U- or L-shaped hous-
ings. Mechanically rigid, self-contained
thru-beam sensors save time mounting and
setting up in your machine by eliminating the
tedious task of aligning an emitter and
receiver pair.

2.106 BGL Series

2.110 BWL Heavy Duty
2.112 BWL Standard Duty NEW

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Selection
Guide

Applications

Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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Sensors
BGL Series
5 mm Slot Sensors
BGL Series Series BGL
Slot Sensor Slot Spacing 5 mm
Balluff‘s BGL series of photoelectric
slot/fork sensors offer pinpoint
accuracy with highly visible red LED
or Class II laser emission for
resolutions down to 0.3mm. These
self-contained thru-beam sensors,
configured in a simple “U” shaped
housing, save mounting and machine
setup time. The BGL slot sensors are
completely self-contained, it replaces
the two thru-beam cables and the
fiber optic amplifier, eliminating the
need for special mounting brackets.

Features

– Highly visible emission

– Extremely rugged single piece
metal housing Visible Red
– High resolution PNP NO/NC Dark-on 270° Pot. q BGL 5A-001-S49
– Light/Dark operation selectable NPN NO/NC Dark-on 270° Pot. w BGL 5A-002-S49
– High switching frequency Class II Visible Red Laser
– Adjustable sensitivity PNP NO/NC Dark-on 270° Pot. q
– M8 connection with 360° LED NPN NO/NC Dark-on 270° Pot. w
indicator
Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V
Applications
Rated Isolation Voltage Ui 75 Vdc
Rated Output Current Ie < 200 mA
– Parts sensing on conveyor
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA
rails and conveying belts
– Label discrimination with Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13
transparent substrates Output Duty Cycle
– Parts dimension verification Emitter Light Source Visible Red Visible Red 640 nm
– Parts counting in assembly lines Class II Laser
– Tool break monitoring Ambient Light Immunity Visible Red 10k Lux.
(EN 60947-5-2) Class II Laser
– Position verification
– Feed verification on automatic LED Output Red LED
assembly equipment Switching Frequency f Visible Red 3000 Hz
– Checking for complete count Class II Laser
– Level monitoring in tanks Response Time (On/Off Delay) Visible Red 333 µs
– Handling and assembly Class II Laser
Switching Hysteresis Visible Red < 100 µm
technology
Class II Laser
Resolution Visible Red < 300 µm
Class II Laser
Repeatability Visible Red < 20 µm
Class II Laser
Operating Temperature Range -100 C to +600 C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65
Short Circuit Protection yes
Reverse Polarity Protection yes
Housing Material anodized aluminum
Sensing Face Material glass
Connection M8 3-pin connector
Recommended Connector C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
Weight 20 g

Wiring Diagrams
PNP NO/NC NPN NO/NC
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Sensors
BGL Series
10, 20, 30 mm

BGL BGL BGL

Photoelectric
10 mm 20 mm 30 mm

2
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Selection
BGL 10A-001-S49 BGL 20A-001-S49 BGL 30A-001-S49 Guide
BGL 10A-002-S49 BGL 20A-002-S49 BGL 30A-002-S49
Applications

BGL 30A-003-S49 Tubular

BGL 30A-004-S49 Block

Distance
10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc Measurement
< 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V < 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V < 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V (Analog)
75 Vdc 75 Vdc 75 Vdc Slot & Angle
< 200 mA < 200 mA < 200 mA
Fiber Optics
< 35 mA < 35 mA < 35 mA
Full Color
DC 13 DC 13 DC 13 Detection

Visible Red 640 nm Visible Red 640 nm Visible Red 640 nm Color Mark
(Contrast)
Class II Visible Red Laser 650 nm Detection
10k Lux. 10k Lux. 10k Lux. Luminescence
10k Lux. (UV) Detection
Red LED Red LED Red LED Optical
3000 Hz 1500 Hz 1500 Hz Windows
3000 Hz Dimensional
333 µs 666 µs 666 µs Light Grids
333 µs
< 100 µm < 100 µm < 100 µm
< 10 µm
< 300 µm < 300 µm < 300 µm
< 60 µm
< 20 µm < 20 µm < 20 µm
< 15 µm
-100 C to +600C -100 C to +600 C -100 C to +600 C
Class 2 Class 2 Class 2
IP 65
yes
yes
IP 65
yes
yes
IP 65
yes
yes
6 Connectors

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glass
anodized aluminum
glass
anodized aluminum
glass 7 Accessories
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C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
23 g
C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
28 g
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 Photoelectric
Sensors
BGL Series
50, 80 mm Slot Sensors
Series BGL BGL
Slot Sensor Slot Spacing 50 mm 80 mm

Visible Red
PNP NO/NC Dark-on 2700 Pot. q BGL 50A-001-S49 BGL 80A-001-S49
NPN NO/NC Dark-on 2700 Pot. w BGL 50A-002-S49 BGL 80A-002-S49
Class II Visible Red Laser
PNP NO/NC Dark-on 2700 Pot. q BGL 50A-003-S49 BGL 80A-003-S49
NPN NO/NC Dark-on 2700 Pot. w BGL 50A-004-S49 BGL 80A-004-S49

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V < 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V
Rated Isolation Voltage 75 Vdc 75 Vdc
Rated Output Current Ie < 200 mA < 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA < 35 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) DC 13 DC 13
Output Duty Cycle
Emitter Light Source Visible Red Visible Red 640 nm Visible Red 640 nm
Class II Laser Class II Visible Red Laser 650 nm Class II Visible Red Laser 650 nm
Ambient Light Immunity Visible Red 5k Lux. 5k Lux.
(EN 60947-5-2) Class II Laser 10k Lux. 10k Lux.
LED Output Red LED Red LED
Switching Frequency Visible Red 1500 Hz 1500 Hz
Class II Laser 3000 Hz 3000 Hz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) Visible Red 666 µs 666 µs
Class II Laser 333 µs 333 µs
Switching Hysteresis Visible Red < 150 µm < 200 µm
Class II Laser < 10 µm < 10 µm
Resolution Visible Red < 500 µm < 800 µm
Class II Laser < 100 µm < 200 µm
Repeatability Visible Red < 40 µm < 60 µm
Class II Laser < 15 µm < 15 µm
Operating Temperature Range -100 C to +600 C -100 C to +600 C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65 IP 65
Short Circuit Protection yes yes
Reverse Polarity Protection yes yes
Housing Material anodized aluminum anodized aluminum
Sensing Face Material glass glass
Connection M8 3-pin connector M8 3-pin connector
Recommended Connector C49 ANE-00-VY-050M C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
Weight 54 g 77 g
Wiring Diagrams
PNP NO/NC NPN NO/NC
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Sensors
BGL Series
120, 180, 220 mm

BGL BGL BGL

Photoelectric
120 mm 180 mm 220 mm

2
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Selection
BGL 120A-001-S49 BGL 180A-001-S49 BGL 220A-001-S49 Guide
BGL 120A-002-S49 BGL 180A-002-S49 BGL 220A-002-S49
Applications

BGL 120A-003-S49 Tubular

BGL 120A-004-S49 Block

Distance
10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc Measurement
< 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V < 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V < 3.0 V PNP/ < 2.5 V (Analog)
75 Vdc 75 Vdc 75 Vdc Slot & Angle
< 200 mA < 200 mA < 200 mA
Fiber Optics
< 35 mA < 35 mA < 35 mA
Full Color
DC 13 DC 13 DC 13 Detection

Visible Red 640 nm Visible Red 640 nm Visible Red 640 nm Color Mark
(Contrast)
Class II Visible Red Laser 650 nm Detection
5k Lux. 5k Lux. 5k Lux. Luminescence
10k Lux. (UV) Detection
Red LED Red LED Red LED Optical
1500 Hz 1500 Hz 1500 Hz Windows
3000 Hz Dimensional
666 µs 666 µs 666 µs Light Grids
333 µs
< 200 µm < 200 µm < 200 µm
< 10 µm
< 800 µm < 800 µm < 800 µm
< 300 µm
< 80 µm < 80 µm < 80 µm
< 15 µm
-100 C to +600 C -100 C to +600 C -100 C to +600 C
Class 2 Class 2 Class 2
IP 65
yes
yes
IP 65
yes
yes
IP 65
yes
yes
6 Connectors

anodized aluminum
glass
anodized aluminum
glass
anodized aluminum
glass 7 Accessories
M8 3-pin connector M8 3-pin connector M8 3-pin connector
C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
118 g
C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
190 g
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 BWL Series
Photoelectric
Sensors
Heavy Duty L-Shape
22 mm Slot Sensors
BWL Angle Sensor Series BWL 2222
Optical axis 22 mm/22 mm
Balluff BWL angle
sensors are high
performance thru-beam
sensor for harsh
industrial applications. Its
housing is rugged and
offers a variety of
mounting variations.
Objects are reliably
detected even under
extremely difficult
conditions.
An intense infrared beam
emitter ensures a high
degree of function
reserve. The BWL
represents an effective Ordering Code
solution to a variety of PNP q BWL 2222B-001-S4 BWL 2222C-001-S4
practical problems.
Various configurations Supply Voltage 10...30 Vdc
are available for Ripple 15%
increased versatility. Voltage drop Ud at le ≤ 2.5 V
No-Load Supply Current l0 max. ≤ 35 mA
Applications Short Circuit Protected yes
On-Time Delay 100 ms
– Assembly and handling Switching Frequency 1000 Hz
– Robotics Response Time ≤ 0.5 ms
– Position and Output PNP
orientation control Output Current ≤ 200 mA
Switching Type dark-on
Permissible Ambient Light EN 60947-5-2
Power Indicator Green LED
Output Function Indicator Yellow LED
Operating Temperature Range -10...+60° C
Degree of Protection per IEC IP 67
60529
Protected Against Polarity yes
Reversal
Housing Material corrosion-resistant steel
Lens Material PMMA
Emitter, Light Type Infrared (880 nm)
Dimensions 45.4x83.5x10.7 mm
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Weight 120 g
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M

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 BWL Series

Slot Sensors Photoelectric

Sensors
Heavy Duty L-Shape
43, 62 mm
BWL 4241A BWL 4260A

Photoelectric
43 mm/43 mm 42 mm/62 mm

2
BWL 4241A-001-S49 BWL 4241A-001-S4 BWL 4260A-001-S49 BWL 4260A-001-S4 Contents

Selection
10...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc Guide
15% 15%
Applications
≤ 2.5 V ≤ 2.5 V
≤ 35 mA ≤ 35 mA Tubular
yes yes Block
100 ms 100 ms
Distance
1000 Hz 1000 Hz Measurement
≤ 0.5 ms ≤ 0.5 ms (Analog)
PNP PNP Slot & Angle
≤ 200 mA ≤ 200 mA
Fiber Optics
dark-on dark-on
EN 60947-5-2 EN 60947-5-2 Full Color
Detection
Green LED Green LED
Yellow LED Yellow LED Color Mark
(Contrast)
-10...+60° C -10...+60° C Detection
IP 67 IP 67 Luminescence
(UV) Detection
yes yes Optical
Windows
corrosion-resistant steel corrosion-resistant steel Dimensional
PMMA PMMA Light Grids
Infrared (880 nm) Infrared (880 nm)
66x110x10.7 mm 90x106x10.7 mm
M8 3-pin connector M12 4-pin connector M8 3-pin connector M12 4-pin connector
150 g 150 g
C49 ANE-00-VY-050M C49 ANE-00-VY-050M C49 ANE-00-VY-050M C49 ANE-00-VY-050M

Wiring Diagram

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Sensors
BWL Standard Duty
L-Shape Sensors Slot Sensors
W
NE
F D
Unit Specific Dimensions
E

110110D

4.5
4040D

5454D

6868D

9090D
4.5

5
A 75 90 105 125 150
B 10 10 10 12 12

10
C 43 43 43 43 45
D 25 25 25 25 30
E 15 17 17 17 19

8
F 40 54 68 90 110

A
F
G 60 80 100 130 160
O4.3x5
9

C
D
E

12
4.5 5 10 8 B

4.5
4.5
A

Visible Red Laser

Gap Sizes PNP NPN PNP NPN
40 x 40 mm qw BWL 4040-D-R011-S49 BWL 4040-D-R012-S49 BWL 4040-D-L011-S49 BWL 4040-D-L012-S49
54 x 54 mm qw BWL 5454-D-R011-S49 BWL 5454-D-R012-S49 BWL 5454-D-L011-S49 BWL 5454-D-L012-S49
68 x 68 mm qw BWL 6868-D-R011-S49 BWL 6868-D-R012-S49 BWL 6868-D-L011-S49 BWL 6868-D-L012-S49
90 x 90 mm qw BWL 9090-D-R011-S49 BWL 9090-D-R012-S49 BWL 9090-D-L011-S49 BWL 9090-D-L012-S49
110 x 110 mm qw BWL 110110-D-R011-S49 BWL 110110-D-R012-S49 BWL 110110-D-L011-S49 BWL 110110-D-L012-S49

Supply Voltage 11...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc

Resolution 0.5 mm (40x40 & 54x54 models); 0.8 mm (all others) 0.1 mm (40x40); 0.2 mm (54x54 & 68x68);
0.3 mm (all others)
Hysteresis 0.25 mm 0.02 mm
Repeatability ≤ 0.04 mm (40x40); ≤ 0.06 mm (54x54); ≤ 0.015 mm
≤ 0.08 mm (all others)
Sensitivity Adjustment Potentiometer (270°) Potentiometer (270°)
Housing Material anodized aluminum, glass lens anodized aluminum, glass lens
Degree of Protection IP 67 IP 67
Operating Temperature -10...+60°C -10...+60°C
Switching Frequency 1.5 kHz 3 kHz
Output PNP or NPN (selectable light/dark operation) PNP or NPN (selectable light/dark operation)
Connection M8 3-pin connector M8 3-pin connector
Recommended Connector C49 ANE-00-VY-050M C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
Weight 160 g max. 160 g max.

PNP NPN
q 1
+
w 1
+
4 4
3 - 3 -

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Fiber Optics Photoelectric
Sensors
Fiber Optic Solutions
Contents
Fiber Optic Photoelectric Sensors

Photoelectric
Designed for remote sensing, fiber optic cables and
amplifiers offer reliable operation in difficult areas
characterized by high temperatures, aggressive
chemicals, or limited mounting space. Fiber optic
cables conduct the light to and from the emitter/
receiver amplifier, allowing the amplifier to be
installed remotely, out of harm’s way.

There are two basic types of fiber optic cables:

diffuse (bifurcated) and thru-beam. Diffuse types
have two separate control ends merged into one
sensing tip. One half of the fiber bundle transmits
light while the other returns it. Objects are detected
when the emitted light is reflected from a target to
the receiver. Using a reflector increases the sensing
distance but creates a dead zone in front of the
sensing tip. 2
Contents
Thru-beam fiber optic setups rely on two individual
fiber optic cables facing each other. A beam is Selection
Guide
established between the two fiber cables and
objects are detected when they pass through, Applications
breaking the beam from the emitter to the receiver. Tubular
Block
2.114 Selection Guide
2.116 Plastic Thru-beam Fiber Optic Cables Distance
Measurement
2.120 Plastic Diffuse Fiber Optic Cables (Analog)
2.122 Plastic Fiber Accessories Slot & Angle
2.124 Glass Fiber Optic Cables
Fiber Optics
2.127 BOS 18KF Amplifiers
2.128 BOS 6K Amplifiers NEW Full Color
Detection
2.129 BOS 16K Amplifiers
2.133 BOS 72K Amplifiers Color Mark
(Contrast)
2.135 BFB 75K Amplifiers NEW Detection
2.139 Specialty Fiber Optics
Luminescence
2.144 BMOA Miniature Remote Amplifier (UV) Detection
Sensors Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

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Sensors Selection Guide Fiber Optics
Balluff offers a number of choices
Rugged-Duty Solutions
when it comes to fiber optic solutions.
Standard Solutions (Glass fiber optic cables
Whether the application requires
(Plastic fiber optic cables) with 2.2 mm tips)
standard plastic fiber optic cables,
Amplifier Amplifier
rugged duty glass cables or some-
BOS 18KF-PA-1FR-S4-C BOS 72K-PU-RA10-S75
thing special, we have the products BOS 18KF-NA-1FR-S4-C BOS 72K-NU-RA10-S75
you need. BOS 18KF-PA-1FR-C-02 BOS 72K-PU-RA20-S75
BOS 18KF-NA-1FR-C-02 BOS 72K-NU-RA20-S75
The selection charts located on this BOS 6K-PU-1FR-S75-C BOS 72K-PU-RA10-02
page are designed to help you select BOS 6K-NU-1FR-S75-C BOS 72K-NU-RA10-02
the best sensor and cable match for BOS 6K-PU-1FR-C-02 BOS 72K-PU-RA20-02
your application. Follow the easy BOS 6K-NU-1FR-C-02 BOS 72K-NU-RA20-02
steps below: BOS 16K-UU-1FR-0.2-S4 3

The following amplifiers and cables are compatible

BOS 16K-VU-1FR-0.2-S4 Diffuse Cables
1) Determine if your application BOS 16K-UU-1FR-02 BFO 22G-DAN-SD-xx
requires diffuse or thru-beam BOS 16K-VU-1FR-02 BFO 22G-DA-SD-xx
cables. BOS 16K-AU-0FR-0.2-S21 BFO 22G-DAT-SD-xx
BOS 16K-AU-0FR-02 BFO 22G-DN-SD-xx
2) Determine the maximum sensing BOS 72K-PU-RA10-S75 BFO 22G-DSF-SD-xx
range required. BOS 72K-NU-RA10-S75 BFO 22G-DS-SD-xx
BOS 72K-PU-RA20-S75 BFO 22G-DSV-SD-xx
3) Determine if the application needs BOS 72K-NU-RA20-S75 BFO 22G-DTA-SD-xx
standard plastic cables or BOS 72K-PU-RA10-02 BFO 22G-DT-SD-xx
rugged-duty glass cables. BOS 72K-NU-RA10-02 3
BOS 72K-PU-RA20-02 Thru-beam Cables (sold individually)
4) Refer to the cable pages in this BOS 72K-NU-RA20-02
section and select the cable best BFB 75K-001-P-S75 BFO 22G-TAN-SD -xx
suited for your application. BFB 75K-001-N-S75 BFO 22G-TA-SB-xx
BFB 75K-001-P-02 BFO 22G-TAT-SB-xx
5) Review the requirements for your BFB 75K-001-N-02 BFO 22G-TN-SD-xx
amplifier (PNP, DC, etc.). BFB 75K-002-P-S75 BFO 22G-TSF-SB-xx
The following amplifiers and cables are compatible

BFB 75K-002-N-S75 BFO 22G-TS-SB-xx

BFB 75K-003-P-02 BFO 22G-TSV-SC-xx
6) Refer to the compatibility charts
BFB 75K-003-N-02 BFO 22G-TTA-SB-xx
on these two pages as you select
3 BFO 22G-TT-SB-xx
your amplifier from the families
Diffuse Cables
located in this section.
BFO D10-XA-GB-EAK-10-02 NOTE: Cables come in stainless steel or
BFO D10-XA-HB-EAK-10-02 steel reinforced PVC jackets.
NOTE: When ordering BFO 22G and BFO D10-XA-RB-EAK-10-02 xx indicates cable length.
BFO 48G thru-beam types of cables, BFO D13-XA-JB-EAK-20-02 See pages 2.124 - 2.126 for more
you must order two pieces to get a BFO D13-XB-KB-EAK-10-02 details.
complete set. These are packaged BFO D13-XB-RB-EAK-10-02
and sold individually. BFO D22-XA-CD-EAK-110-02
BFO D22-XA-DB-EAK-20-01
Diffuse BFO D22-XA-ED-EAK-250-02
BFO D22-XAH-LB-EAK-20-02
BFO D22-XA-LB-EAK-20-02
BFO D22-XA-MB-PAK-10-02
BFO D22-XAP-LB-EAK-30-02
BFO D22-XA-SB-EAK-20-02
BFO D22-XAT-LB-EAK-20-02
BFO D22-XA-UB-EAK-20-02
BFO D22-XBF-LB-EAK-15-02
BFO D22-XB-LB-EAK-15-02
BFO D22-XB-UB-EAK-15-02
3
Thru-beam Cables (sold in pairs)
BFO D10-LA-CB-EAK-05-02
BFO D13-LA-QB-EAK-05-02
Thru-beam
BFO D13-LA-WB-EAK-05-02
BFO D13-LG-05-EAK-30-02
BFO D13-LG-10-EAK-30-02
BFO D22-LA-AD-EAK-52-02
BFO D22-LA-BD-EAK-52-02
BFO D22-LAH-KB-EAK-10-02
BFO D22-LA-KB-EAK-10-02
BFO D22-LA-NB-PZK-10-02
BFO D22-LAP-KB-EAK-15-02
BFO D22-LA-QB-PAK-05-02
BFO D22-LA-RB-EAK-10-02
BFO D22-LAS-EB-EAK-10-02
BFO D22-LA-TB-EAK-10-02
BFO D22-LAT-KB-EAK-10-02
BFO D22-LD-EAK-10-20
BFO D25-LA-CD-EAK-110-02
2.114 BFO D25-LA-ED-EAK-250-02
BFO N22-LA-FB-EAK-05-01
 Fiber Optics Photoelectric
Sensors Selection Guide

Rugged-Duty Solutions

Photoelectric
(Glass fiber optic cables Tubular Amplifier Solutions Miniature Remote Amplifier
with 4.8 mm tips) (Glass fiber optic cables) Sensors
Amplifier Amplifier Amplifier
BOS 16K-UU-1FI-0.2-S4 BOS 18M-GU-1PF-S4-Y BMO A01-I-PU-C-02
BOS 16K-VU-1FI-0.2-S4 BOS 18M-PA-1PD-E5-C-S4 BMO A01-I-NU-C-02
BOS 16K-UU-1FI-02 BOS 18M-PA-1PD-E4-C-03 BMO A01-J-PU-C-02
BOS 16K-VU-1FI-02 BOS 18M-PA-1PF-E5-C-S4 BMO A01-J-NU-C-02
BOS 16K-AU-0FI-0.2-S21 BOS 18M-PU-1PD-SA4-C BMO A01-H-V1-C-02
BOS 16K-AU-0FI-02 BOS 18M-PU-1PD-SA5-C BMO A01-H-C1-C-02
3 BOS 30M-PU-1PH-SA1-C 3
Diffuse Cables BOS 30M-PU-1PH-SA3-C Diffuse Sensing Heads
The following amplifiers and cables are compatible

BFO 48G-DAN-SD-xx 3 BMOA 02SM-X12-1

BFO 48G-DA-SB-xx Diffuse Cables BMOA 02SM-X12-F1

The following amplifiers and cables are compatible

BFO 48G-DAT-SB-xx BFO 18A-XAA-MZG-30-xx BMOA 03TM-X12-1
BFO 48G-DLF-SB-xx BFO 18A-XAA-SMG-30-xx BMOA 03TM-X12-F1
BFO 48G-DN-SD-xx BFO 18A-XAA-UZG-30-xx BMOA 05SM-X63-1
BFO 48G-DSF-SB-xx BFO 18A-XAC-SMG-30-xx BMOA 05SM-X63-R1
BFO 48G-DS-SB-xx BFO 18A-XAE-MZG-30-xx BMOA 06TM-X63-1
The following amplifiers and cables are compatible
BFO 48G-DSV-SC-xx
BFO 48G-DTA-SB-xx
BFO 48G-DT-SB-xx
BFO 18A-XAE-SMG-30-xx
BFO 18A-XAE-UZG-30-xx
BFO 18A-XAF-MZG-15-xx
BMOA 06TM-X63-R1
BMOA 66RM-X63-1
BMOA 66RM-X63-R1
2
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Thru-beam Cables (sold individually) BFO 18A-XAG-MZG-15-xx Thru-beam Sensing Heads Selection
BFO 48G-TAN-SD-xx BFO 18V-XAC-MZG-30-xx BMOA 02SM-B200-1 Guide
BFO 48G-TA-SB-xx BFO 18V-XAC-SMG-30-xx BMOA 02SM-B200-F1
BFO 48G-TAT-SB-xx BFO 18V-XAD-MZG-30-xx BMOA 02SM-B200-R1 Applications
BFO 48G-TLF-SB-xx BFO 18V-XAD-SMG-30-xx BMOA 03TM-B200-1 Tubular
BFO 48G-TN-SD-xx 3 BMOA 03TM-B200-F1
BFO 48G-TSF-SB-xx Thru-beam Cables BMOA 03TM-B200-R1 Block
BFO 48G-TS-SB-xx BFO 18A-LAA-MZG-20-xx BMOA 04SM-B800-1 Distance
BFO 48G-TSV-SC-xx BFO 18A-LAA-UZG-20-xx BMOA 04SM-B800-R1 Measurement
BFO 48G-TTA-SB-xx BFO 18A-LCC-SMG-20-xx BMOA 05TM-B800-1 (Analog)
BFO 48G-TT-SB-xx BFO 18A-LCC-UZG-20-xx BMOA 05TM-B800-R1 Slot & Angle
BFO 18A-LEE-MZG-20-xx BMOA 06TM-B800-1
BFO 18A-LEE-SMG-20-xx BMOA 06TM-B800-R1 Fiber Optics
NOTE: Cables come in stainless steel
or steel reinforced PVC jackets. BFO 18A-LEE-UZG-20-xx Full Color
xx indicates cable length. BFO 18A-LFF-MZG-10-xx Detection
See pages 2.124 - 2.126 for more BFO 18A-LFF-SMG-10-xx NOTE: Other lengths available, please
Color Mark
details. BFO 18A-LGG-MZG-10-xx consult factory. (Contrast)
BFO 18A-LGG-SMG-10-xx See pages 2.139 - 2.142 for more Detection
BFO 18V-LCC-MZG-23-xx details.
Luminescence
BFO 18V-LCC-SMG-23-xx (UV) Detection
BFO 18V-LDD-MZG-23-xx The BMOA miniature remote amplifier
BFO 18V-LDD-SMG-23-xx family by Balluff offers an alternative to Optical
Windows
BFO 30S-LEE-SMG-20-xx* traditional fiber optic solutions. The
sensing heads contain the necessary Dimensional
*(BFS 30M only) Light Grids
optics for superior performance in a
NOTE: xx indicates cable length. compact form factor. The connection
See pages 2.139-2.143 for more from the head to the amplifier is
details. through a ultra-high flex cable, which
offers better durability over traditional
fiber optic cables in applications where
cables need to be "snaked" through a
part of a machine.

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 BFO
Photoelectric
Sensors
Plastic Fibers
Thru-beam Fiber Optics
Head Type M4-Threaded M4-Threaded M4-Threaded
Application Standard Hi-flex High Temperature
Outer Jacket Diameter 2.2 mm 2.2 mm 2.2 mm

Ordering Code BFO D22-LA-KB-EAK-10-02 BFO D22-LAH-KB-EAK-10-02 BFO D22-LAT-KB-EAK-10-02

Cable Bending Radius > 25 mm > 2 mm > 25 mm

Head Bending Radius
Operating Temperature Range –55...+70 °C –40...+70 °C –55...+115 °C
Sensing Range BFB 75K-001 500 mm 400 mm 600 mm
BFB 75K-002/003 500 mm 400 mm 600 mm
BOS 72K 525 mm 410 mm 625 mm
BOS 16K 220 mm 200 mm 230 mm
BOS 6K 220 mm 200 mm 230 mm
BOS 18KF 120 mm 90 mm 120 mm

Head Type M3-Threaded M2-Threaded Ø 2 mm

Application Standard Precision Precision
Outer Jacket Diameter 2.2 mm 1.0 mm 1.0 mm

Ordering Code BFO D22-LA-RB-EAK-10-02 BFO N22-LA-FB-EAK-05-01 BFO D10-LA-CB-EAK-05-02

Cable Bending Radius > 25 mm > 10 mm > 15 mm

Head Bending Radius
Operating Temperature Range –55...+70 °C –30...+60 °C –55...+70 °C
Sensing Range BFB 75K-001 500 mm 140 mm 130 mm
BFB 75K-002/003 500 mm 140 mm 130 mm
BOS 72K 525 mm 150 mm 140 mm
BOS 16K 220 mm 50 mm 50 mm
BOS 6K 220 mm 50 mm 50 mm
BOS 18KF 100 mm 20 mm 20 mm

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Thru-beam

M4-Threaded M4-Threaded M4-Threaded M4-Threaded

Photoelectric
Extended Range Coiled Cable Flexible Tip Flexible Tip
2.2 mm 2.2 mm 2.2 mm 2.2 mm

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Selection
Guide
> 40 mm > 25 mm > 25 mm > 25 mm
Applications
> 10 mm > 10 mm
–55...+70 °C –30...+60 °C –30...+60 °C -55...+70°C Tubular
800 mm 400 mm 400 mm 500 mm Block
800 mm 400 mm 400 mm 500 mm Distance
825 mm 410 mm 410 mm 525 mm Measurement
500 mm 190 mm 200 mm 250 mm (Analog)
500 mm 190 mm 200 mm 250 mm Slot & Angle
250 mm 100 mm 110 mm 120 mm Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection
Ø 3 mm Ø 3 mm Ø 2 mm Color Mark
Side View Tip Side View Tip Side View Tip (Contrast)
2.2 mm 1.3 mm 1.3 mm Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7
BFO D22-LA-QB-PAK-05-02 BFO D13-LA-WB-EAK-05-02 BFO D13-LA-QB-EAK-05-02
Accessories
> 25 mm > 25 mm > 15 mm

–40...+70 °C
120 mm
–40...+70 °C
75 mm
35...+65 °C
110 mm
o Product
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120 mm
630 mm
65 mm
75 mm
80 mm
40 mm
110 mm
120 mm
55 mm
t Technical
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65 mm
35 mm
40 mm
20 mm
55 mm
25 mm
p Part
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Plastic Fibers
Thru-beam Fiber Optics
Head Type 20×10 mm 15×15 mm 19×25 mm
Application Light Grid Light Grid Light Grid
Outer Jacket Diameter 2.2 mm 2.2 mm 2.8 mm

Ordering Code BFO D22-LA-AD-EAK-52-02 BFO D22-LA-BD-EAK-52-02 BFO D25-LA-CD-EAK-110-02

Cable Bending Radius > 25 mm > 25 mm > 60 mm

Head Bending Radius
Operating Temperature Range –35...+65 °C –55...+70 °C –55...+70 °C
Sensing Range BFB 75K-001 450 mm 400 mm 600 mm
BFB 75K-002/003 450 mm 400 mm 600 mm
BOS 72K 475 mm 425mm 625 mm
BOS 16K 220 mm 180 mm 350 mm
BOS 6K 220 mm 180 mm 350 mm
BOS 18KF 130 mm 110 mm 230 mm

Head Type 19×38 mm 15×41 mm 20×32 mm

Application Light Grid Fork Fork
Outer Jacket Diameter 2.8 mm 2×1.25 mm 2×1.25 mm

Ordering Code BFO D25-LA-ED-EAK-250-02 BFO D13-LG-05-EAK-30-02 BFO D13-LG-10-EAK-30-02

Cable Bending Radius > 60 mm > 10 mm > 10 mm

Head Bending Radius
Operating Temperature Range –55...+70 °C –55...+70 °C –55...+70 °C
Sensing Range BFB 75K-001 550 mm 5 mm 10 mm
BFB 75K-002/003 550 mm 5 mm 10 mm
BOS 72K 575 mm 5 mm 10 mm
BOS 16K 360 mm 5 mm 10 mm
BOS 6K 360 mm 5 mm 10 mm
BOS 18KF 280 mm 5 mm 10 mm

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Plastic Fibers
Thru-beam
Housing size 2.2×4.4 mm

Photoelectric
Through-beam duplex cable
Range for L = 2 m 150 mm
Cable length 20 m
Fiber Optic Cable and Connectors

Fiber optic cable can be user-cut to the

desired length from a 20 m roll. Use as
much plastic fiber optics cable as
needed. A considerable saving,
especially if multiple sensors are used.
For simple applications, an end piece
may not be needed. A simple clamp will
suffice. Or for convenience and flexibility,
select from among the available end
pieces. The plastic fiber optic cable is
simply crimped into the end piece.
Tedious gluing is eliminated. The end
piece can be removed at any time.
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Ordering code BFOD22-LD-EAK-10-20 Selection
Guide
Ambient temperature range Ta –40...+70 °C Applications
Pull force on fiber optics and connection parts at
Tubular
20 °C 6N
Core ∅ 2×1 mm Block
Jacket ∅ 2.2 mm Distance
Cutting tool BFO CT is included. Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection
Housing size M4 M4 ∅ 4 mm ∅ 7 mm
Color Mark
Features End piece without lens End piece with lens 90° end piece Lens (Contrast)
Used with BFO D22-LD-EAK-10-.. BFO D22-LD-EAK-10-.. BFO D22-LD-EAK-10-.. BFO D22-LA-BC-10 Detection
Range 150 mm 450 mm 150 mm 1500 mm Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Range when used with 2 Optical
m plastic fiber cable. Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

Ordering code
Material
BFO D22-LA-BC-10 BFO D22-LA-CC-30 BFO D22-LA-AC-20 BFO 04-PK-1
7 Accessories

o
– Optical surface Plastic (fibers) Glass Glass Glass
Product
– Threaded tube Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Overview

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Sensors Diffuse

Head Type M6-Threaded M6-Threaded M6-Threaded

Application Standard Hi-flex High Temperature
Outer Jacket Diameter 2×2.2 mm 2×2.2 mm 2×2.2 mm

Ordering Code BFO D22-XA-LB-EAK-20-02 BFO D22-XAH-LB-EAK-20-02 BFO D22-XAT-LB-EAK-20-02

Cable Bending Radius > 25 mm > 2 mm > 25 mm

Head Bending Radius
Operating Temperature Range –55...+70 °C –40...+70 °C –55...+115 °C
Sensing Range BFB 75K-001 150 mm 120 mm 130 mm
BFB 75K-002/003 150 mm 120 mm 130 mm
BOS 72K 175 mm 145 mm 155 mm
BOS 16K 100 mm 70 mm 90 mm
BOS 6K 100 mm 70 mm 90 mm
BOS 18KF 50 mm 30 mm 50 mm

Head Type M4-Threaded M4-Threaded M4-Threaded

Application Standard Co-axial Co-axial
Outer Jacket Diameter 2×2.2 mm 2×2.2 mm 2×1.3 mm

Ordering Code BFO D22-XA-UB-EAK-20-02 BFO D22-XB-UB-EAK-15-02 BFO D13-XB-KB-EAK-10-02

Cable Bending Radius > 25 mm > 25 mm > 15 mm

Head Bending Radius
Operating Temperature Range –35...+65 °C –40...+60 °C –55...+70 °C
Sensing Range BFB 75K-001 120 mm 130 mm 60 mm
BFB 75K-002/003 120 mm 130 mm 60 mm
BOS 72K 145 mm 155 mm 85 mm
BOS 16K 80 mm 90 mm 35 mm
BOS 6K 80 mm 90 mm 35 mm
BOS 18KF 40 mm 50 mm 20 mm

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Diffuse

M6-Threaded M6-Threaded M6×1-Threaded M6×1-Threaded M6-Threaded

Photoelectric
Extended Range Co-axial Standard Co-axial Flexible Tip
2×2.2 mm 2×2.2 mm 2×2.2 mm 2×2.2 mm 2×2.2 mm

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BFO D22-XAP-LB-EAK-30-02 BFO D22-XB-LB-EAK-15-02 BFO D22-XA-DB-EAK-20-01 BFO D22-XBF-LB-EAK-15-02 BFO D22-XA-SB-EAK-20-02
Selection
Guide
> 40 mm > 25 mm > 25 mm > 5 mm > 25 mm
Applications
> 15 mm
–55...+70 °C –55...+70 °C –40...+60 °C –40...+60 °C –35...+65 °C Tubular
180 mm 120 mm 140 mm 110 mm 130 mm Block
180 mm 120 mm 140 mm 110 mm 130 mm
Distance
205 mm 145 mm 165 mm 135 mm 155 mm Measurement
130 mm 80 mm 100 mm 70 mm 80 mm (Analog)
130 mm 80 mm 100 mm 70 mm 80 mm Slot & Angle
100 mm 50 mm 50 mm 30 mm 40 mm
Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection
M4-Threaded M3-Threaded M3-Threaded M3-Threaded Ø 3 mm Color Mark
Flexible Tip Standard Co-axial Flexible Tip Standard (Contrast)
2×1 mm 2×1 mm 2×1.3 mm 2×1 mm 2×2.2 mm Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Ø3 Dimensional
17

Light Grids

Ø3.8

Ø1.3
2000
10.5

Ø4
15

Ø2.2

2xØ1.0
6 Connectors

7
BFO D10-XA-HB-EAK-10-02 BFO D10-XA-RB-EAK-10-02 BFO D13-XB-RB-EAK-10-02 BFO D10-XA-GB-EAK-10-02 BFO D13-XA-JB-EAK-20-02
Accessories
> 15 mm > 15 mm > 5 mm > 15 mm > 25 mm

o
> 10 mm >10 mm
Product
–55...+70 °C –55...+70 °C –40...+60 °C –35...+65 °C –35...+65 °C Overview
50 mm 50 mm 60 mm 50 mm 130 mm
50 mm
75 mm
20 mm
50 mm
75 mm
20 mm
60 mm
85 mm
35 mm
50 mm
75 mm
20 mm
130 mm
155 mm
100 mm
t Technical
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20 mm
10 mm
20 mm
10 mm
35 mm
20 mm
20 mm
10 mm
100 mm
50 mm
p Part
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Plastic Fiber
Accessories Fiber Optics
Head Type ∅ 3 mm 19×25 mm 19×38 mm
Application Side View Tip Light Grid Light Grid
Outer Jacket Diameter 2×1 mm 2.25 mm 2.25 mm

Ordering Code BFO D22-XA-MB-PAK-10-02 BFO D22-XA-CD-EAK-110-02 BFO D22-XA-ED-EAK-250-02

Head Bending Radius ≥ 25 mm ≥ 25 mm ≥ 25 mm

Operating Temperature Range –40...+70 °C –55...+70 °C –55...+70 °C
Sensing Range BFB 75K-001 35 mm 100 mm 90 mm
BFB 75K-002/003 35 mm 100 mm 90 mm
BOS 72K 25 mm 100 mm 90 mm
BOS 16K 10 mm 60 mm 50 mm
BOS 6K 10 mm 70 mm 60 mm
BOS 18KF 8 mm 40 mm 30 mm

Description Adapter Adapter Cutting Tool

Use for plastic fiber optics for plastic fiber optics for trimming
∅ 1 mm for connecting to ∅ 1.3 mm for connecting to Plastic Fiber Optics
fiber optic base units fiber optic base units ∅ 1 mm to ∅ 2.2 mm

Ordering Code BFO D10-LA-DC-10 BFO D13-LA-EC-10 BFO CT

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Accessories
Description Lens 90° Rotatable head Focusing lens

Photoelectric
for through-beam fiber for through-beam fiber for coaxial diffuse fiber
optics optics optics
M2.6×0.45 M2.6×0.45 M4×0.7

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Ordering code BFO 02-PK-1 BFO 02-UK-1 BFO 04-FL-1 Selection
Guide
Range/sensing distance with corresponding fiber optic cable ×10 ×0.7 19 mm ±2 mm Applications
Packaging Unit 2 pieces 2 pieces 2 pieces
Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Description Focusing lens Metal corrugated tube Metal corrugated tube Fiber Optics
for coaxial diffuse fiber (stainless steel) (stainless steel) Full Color
optics for fiber optics for fiber optics Detection

M4×0.7 M6×0.75 M4×0.7 Color Mark

(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

Ordering code BFO 04-FL-2 BFO 06-FS-1 BFO 04-FS-1 6 Connectors

Range/sensing distance with corresponding fiber optic cable

Packaging Unit
7 mm ±2 mm
1 piece 1 piece 1 piece 7 Accessories

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Glass Fibers
Thru-beam & Diffuse Fiber Optics
Sensing Mode Thru-beam Diffuse Thru-beam Diffuse Thru-beam Diffuse
Nominal BOS 72K (22G) 600 mm 140 mm 600 mm 140 mm 600 mm 80 mm
Sensing Range BOS 16K (48G) 500 mm 80 mm 500 mm 80 mm 350 mm 40 mm

6
n8 5/16” 24

38
THD Bass
R12.7

59

.9
n7
13 38 5/16” 24
THD Bass 35

13 27

Diffuse
Universal 0.187" (4.75mm) Amplifier Tip
Stainless Steel Jacket (Type 302) BFO 48G-DT-SB-1 BFO 48G-DTA-SB-1 BFO 48G-DSV-SC-1
PVC Jacket (Steel Reinforced BFO 48G-DT-PB-1 BFO 48G-DTA-PB-1 BFO 48G-DSV-PC-1
Miniature 0.086" (2.18mm) Amplifier Tip
Stainless Steel Jacket (Type 302) BFO 22G-DT-SD-1 BFO 22G-DTA-SD-1 BFO 22G-DSV-SD-1
PVC Jacket (Steel Reinforced BFO 22G-DT-PD-1 BFO 22G-DTA-PD-1 BFO 22G-DSV-PD-1
Thru-beam
Universal 0.187" (4.75mm) Amplifier Tip
Stainless Steel Jacket (Type 302) BFO 48G-TT-SB-1 BFO 48G-TTA-SB-1 BFO 48G-TSV-SC-1
PVC Jacket (Steel Reinforced BFO 48G-TT-PB-1 BFO 48G-TTA-PB-1 BFO 48G-TSV-PC-1
Miniature 0.086" (2.18mm) Amplifier Tip
Stainless Steel Jacket (Type 302) BFO 22G-TT-SD-1 BFO 22G-TTA-SD-1 BFO 22G-TSV-SD-1
PVC Jacket (Steel Reinforced) BFO 22G-TT-PD-1 BFO 22G-TTA-PD-1 BFO 22G-TSV-PD-1

Sensing Tip Straight threaded Threaded to smooth right angle Side view
Sensing Tip Material Brass Brass Brass
Cable Length (Other Lengths available) 1m 1m 1m
Bend Radius, Stainless Steel >25 mm >25 mm >25 mm
Bend Radius, PVC >12 mm >12 mm >12 mm
Operating Temperature, Steel -45° C to +275° C -45° C to +275° C -45° C to +275° C
Operating Temperature, PVC -40° C to +105° C -40° C to +105° C -40° C to +105° C
Fiber Core Diameter (48G Universal) 3.17 mm 3.17 mm 2.36 mm
Fiber Core Diameter (22G Miniature) 1.57 mm 1.57 mm 1.57 mm
Pull Force 6.81 kg 6.81 kg 6.81 kg

Note: Thru-beam fiber optics are sold as individual cables.

Two cables must be ordered to complete a pair.

Consult factory for additional cable lengths.

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Thru-beam & Diffuse

Thru-beam Diffuse Thru-beam Diffuse Thru-beam Diffuse Thru-beam Diffuse

Photoelectric
600 mm 140 mm 375 mm 80 mm 350 mm 140 mm 400 mm 100 mm
230 mm 50 mm 140 mm 10 mm 100 mm 60 mm 150 mm 50 mm

38
n2 32 32
n8 n5
n8 n5 n2 19
R3.8 n3

10
12

25
13 13 25

38
13 13 25 13 O3
13

BFO 48G-DN-SD-1
BFO 48G-DN-PD-1
BFO 48G-DAN-SD-1
BFO 48G-DAN-PD-1
BFO 48G-DSF-SB-1
BFO 48G-DSF-PB-1
BFO 48G-DLF-SB-1
BFO 48G-DLF-PB-1 2
Contents
BFO 22G-DN-SD-1 BFO 22G-DAN-SD-1 BFO 22G-DSF-SD-1
BFO 22G-DN-PD-1 BFO 22G-DAN-PD-1 BFO 22G-DSF-PD-1 Selection
Guide

Applications
BFO 48G-TN-SD-1 BFO 48G-TAN-SD-1 BFO 48G-TSF-SB-1 BFO 48G-TLF-SB-1 Tubular
BFO 48G-TN-PD-1 BFO 48G-TAN-PD-1 BFO 48G-TSF-PB-1 BFO 48G-TLF-PB-1 Block

BFO 22G-TN-SD-1 BFO 22G-TAN-SD-1 BFO 22G-TSF-SD-1 Distance

Measurement
BFO 22G-TN-PD-1 BFO 22G-TAN-PD-1 BFO 22G-TSF-PD-1 (Analog)
Slot & Angle
Needle Angled needle Small flare Large flare
Stainless Steel (Type 302) Stainless Steel (Type 302) Stainless Steel (Type 302) Stainless Steel (Type 302) Fiber Optics
1m 1m 1m 1m Full Color
>25 mm >25 mm >25 mm >25 mm Detection

>12 mm >12 mm >12 mm >12 mm Color Mark

(Contrast)
-45° C to +275° C -45° C to +275° C -45° C to +275° C -45° C to +275° C Detection
-40° C to +105° C -40° C to +105° C -40° C to +105° C -40° C to +105° C
Luminescence
1.57 mm 1.57 mm 1.57 mm 3.17 mm (UV) Detection
1.57 mm 1.57 mm 1.57 mm 1.57 mm
Optical
6.81 kg 6.81 kg 6.81 kg 6.81 kg Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

Application tip: Stainless Steel Diffuse

Keep your fiber optic cables as short
as possible. Longer lengths mean
longer distances for the emitted and
received light to travel, which could
lead to performance issues. Balluff
does not recommended a fiber optic Stainless Steel Thru-Beam
cable length of over 3 meters for any
application.
6 Connectors

PVC Diffuse
7 Accessories

o Product
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PVC Thru-Beam
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Glass Fibers
Thru-beam & Diffuse Fiber Optics
Sensing Mode Thru-beam Diffuse Thru-beam Diffuse Thru-beam Diffuse
Nominal BOS 72K (22G) 600 mm 140 mm 600 mm 140 mm 600 mm 140 mm
Sensing Range BOS 16K (48G) 500 mm 80 mm 500 mm 80 mm 500 mm 80 mm

n5 n5
n7 R12.7
n5 R12.7 n7 n8
5/16” 24

20.5
THD Bass

20.5
13 13 13 27 13 38 27

Diffuse
Universal 0.187" (4.75mm) Amplifier Tip
Stainless Steel Jacket (Type 302) BFO 48G-DS-SB-1 BFO 48G-DA-SB-1 BFO 48G-DAT-SB-1
PVC Jacket (Steel Reinforced BFO 48G-DS-PB-1 BFO 48G-DA-PB-1 BFO 48G-DAT-PB-1
Miniature 0.086" (2.18mm) Amplifier Tip
Stainless Steel Jacket (Type 302) BFO 22G-DS-SD-1 BFO 22G-DA-SD-1 BFO 22G-DAT-SD-1
PVC Jacket (Steel Reinforced BFO 22G-DS-PD-1 BFO 22G-DA-PD-1 BFO 22G-DAT-PD-1
Thru-beam
Universal 0.187" (4.75mm) Amplifier Tip
Stainless Steel Jacket (Type 302) BFO 48G-TS-SB-1 BFO 48G-TA-SB-1 BFO 48G-TAT-SB-1
PVC Jacket (Steel Reinforced BFO 48G-TS-PB-1 BFO 48G-TA-PB-1 BFO 48G-TAT-PB-1
Miniature 0.086" (2.18mm) Amplifier Tip
Stainless Steel Jacket (Type 302) BFO 22G-TS-SD-1 BFO 22G-TA-SD-1 BFO 22G-TAT-SD-1
PVC Jacket (Steel Reinforced) BFO 22G-TS-PD-1 BFO 22G-TA-PD-1 BFO 22G-TAT-PD-1

Sensing Tip Straight, Smooth Barrel Right Angle Smooth Angle to Threaded
Sensing Tip Material Brass Brass Brass
Cable Length (Other Lengths available) 1m 1m 1m
Bend Radius, Stainless Steel >25 mm >25 mm >25 mm
Bend Radius, PVC >12 mm >12 mm >12 mm
Operating Temperature, Steel -45° C to +275° C -45° C to +275° C -45° C to +275° C
Operating Temperature, PVC -40° C to +105° C -40° C to +105° C -40° C to +105° C
Fiber Core Diameter (48G Universal) 3.17 mm 3.17 mm 3.17 mm
Fiber Core Diameter (22G Miniature) 1.57 mm 1.57 mm 1.57 mm
Pull Force 6.81 kg 6.81 kg 6.81 kg

Note: Thru-beam fiber optics are sold as individual cables. Stainless Steel Diffuse
Two cables must be ordered to complete a pair.

Consult factory for additional cable lengths.

Stainless Steel Thru-Beam

PVC Diffuse

PVC Thru-Beam

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BOS 18KF
Plastic, Straight

Body Style Combination 18 mm Threaded Combination 18 mm Threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics
Compatible Cables For 2.2 mm Plastic Fibers For 2.2 mm Plastic Fibers

Fiber Optic Amplifier 2

PNP NO+NC Light-on 2700 Pot. ! BOS 18KF-PA-1FR-S4-C BOS 18KF-PA-1FR-C-02 Contents
NPN NO+NC Light-on 2700 Pot @ BOS 18KF-NA-1FR-S4-C BOS 18KF-NA-1FR-C-02
Selection
Guide
Supply Voltage UB 10…30 Vdc
Applications
Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V Tubular
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA Block
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 30 mA
Distance
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 Measurement
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 660 nm (Analog)
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux Slot & Angle
LED Output Yellow LED Fiber Optics
LED Stability/Error Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency f 1 kHz Full Color
Detection
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.5 ms
Operating Temperature Range range Ta -250 C to +550 C Color Mark
(Contrast)
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Detection
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 Luminescence
Short Circuit Protection Yes (UV) Detection
Overload Protection Yes Optical
Housing Material PBT Windows
Sensing Face Material PMMA Dimensional
Emitter Life Average 100,000 h with Ta=+250 C Light Grids
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25 g 75 g

Wiring Diagrams
PNP NO+NC
1 BN
! 4
+UB
BK
+UB

PA

6
2 WH
3 BU
0V 0V
Connectors
NPN NO+NC

7
1 BN
@ 4
+UB
BK
+UB

NA 2 WH
Accessories
3 BU
0V 0V

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Body Style Small Block Small Block
Type Straight optics Straight optics
Compatible Cables For 2.2 mm Plastic Fibers For 2.2 mm Plastic Fibers

W W
NE NE
Teach-in
Teach-in

Ordering Code
PNP ! BOS 6K-PU-1FR-S75-C BOS 6K-PU-1FR-C-02
NPN @ BOS 6K-NU-1FR-S75-C BOS 6K-NU-1FR-C-02

Supply Voltage 10...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc

Ripple ≤ 15 % ≤ 15 %
Current Consumption I0 max. (no load) ≤ 25 mA ≤ 25 mA
Rated Output Current 100 mA 100 mA
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ≤ 2.4 V ≤ 2.4 V
Emitter Light Source Red LED, 660 nm Red LED, 660 nm
Response Time 0.5 ms 0.5 ms
Switching Frequency 1 kHz 1 kHz
Output Indicator Yellow LED Yellow LED
Stability Indicator Green LED Green LED
Connection M8 4-pin connector 2 m cable PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Housing Material ABS ABS
Weight 10 g 40 g
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes
Overload Protection Yes Yes
Operating Temperature Range –20...+60 °C –20...+60 °C

Wiring Diagrams
BOS 6K-PU-...
!

BOS 6K-NU-...
@

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MiniPro DC
Glass Fiber Optics

Body Style Combination 18 mm Threaded Combination 18 mm Threaded

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics
Compatible Fibers For BFO 48G Glass Fiber For BFO 48G Glass Fiber

20.5
16.5 Fiber
Fiber Retaining
Retaining Cap
Clip 16.3 Fiber Retaining Cap
12.7 12.7

25.3

23
12.2

12.2
24.1 24.1

39.6

39.6
3.5(x2) 3.5(x2)

30.7

152.4
30.7 2
Contents

Selection
Guide

Applications
Ordering Code
Fiber Optic (Glass), IR BOS 16K-UU-1FI-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1FI-02 Tubular
Fiber Optic (Glass), IR, high-speed BOS 16K-VU-1FI-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1FI-02 Block

Distance
Supply Voltage 11...30 Vdc 11...30 Vdc Measurement
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie 0.7 V 0.7 V (Analog)
Rated Isolation Voltage 300 V 300 V Slot & Angle
Rated Output Current 100 mA 100 mA
Fiber Optics
Current Consumption Io (No Load) 35 mA 35 mA
Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Full Color
Detection
On/Off Delay Standard 1 ms, High-speed 0.3 ms Standard 1 ms, High-speed 0.3 ms
Switching Frequency Standard 500 Hz, High-speed 1666 Hz Standard 500 Hz, High-speed 166 6Hz Color Mark
(Contrast)
Output Type PNP and NPN PNP and NPN Detection
Output Function Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Luminescence
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected (UV) Detection
Power Indication Green LED Green LED Optical
Output Function Indication Yellow LED Yellow LED Windows
Stability/Short Circuit Indication Orange LED Orange LED Dimensional
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Light Grids
Light Field of View Depends on fiber Depends on fiber
Operating Temperature Range -20° C to +70° C (-4° F to +158°F) -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F)
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67; 1200 psi washdown IP 67; 1200 psi washdown
Shock/Vibration 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2
Relative Humidity 95% 95%
Housing Material Noryl 190X Noryl 190X
Sensing Face Material Acrylic Acrylic
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Connection M12 4-pin Micro, 6-inch Pig-tail 2 m PVC jacket, 4x22 AWG

Note: Compatible with all BFO 48G Universal Glass Fiber. 6 Connectors

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MiniPro AC/DC,
Glass Fiber Optics Fiber Optics
Body style Combination 18 mm Threaded Combination 18 mm Threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics
Compatible Fibers For BFO 48G Glass Fiber For BFO 48G Glass Fiber
20.5
20.5
16.5 Fiber Retaining
Fiber Retaining Clip
Cap 16.5 FiberRetaining
Fiber Retaining Cap
Clip
12.7 12.7

25.3

25.3
12.2

12.2
24.1
24.1
3.5(x2) 3.5(x2)

52.3

52.3
30.7

30.7

Ordering Code
Fiber Optic (Glass), IR BOS 16K-AU-0FI-0.2-S21 BOS 16K-AU-0FI-02

Supply Voltage 22...250 Vac/Vdc 22...250 Vac/Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie 8V 8V
Rated Isolation Voltage 300 V 300 V
Rated Output Current 100 mA 100 mA
Current Consumption Io (no load) Leakage 1.7 mA Leakage 1.7 mA
Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse
On/Off Delay 8.3 ms 8.3 ms
Switching Frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz
Output Type Two-wire Two-wire
Output Function Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Selectable Light/Dark (switch)
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected
Power Indication Green LED Green LED
Output Function Indication Yellow LED Yellow LED
Stability/Short Circuit Indication Orange LED Orange LED
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880nm Infrared 880 nm
Light Field of View Depends on fiber Depends on fiber
Operating Temperature Range -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F) -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F)
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67; 1200 psi washdown IP 67; 1200 psi washdown
Shock/Vibration 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2
Relative Humidity 95% 95%
Housing Material Noryl 190X Noryl 190X
Sensing Face Material Acrylic Acrylic
Recommended Connector C21 AE3-00-VY-150F
Connection 3-pin Micro (2-keys), 6-inch Pig-tail 2 m PVC jacket, 3x22 AWG

Note: Compatible with all BFO 48G Universal Glass Fibers.

AC Wiring

Brown Red/White
~/+ 3
~/+ 3 2
Green
1 Gnd
Blue Red/Black 1
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~/-

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MiniPro DC,
Plastic Fiber Optics

Photoelectric
Body style Combination 18 mm Threaded Combination 18 mm Threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics
Compatible Fibers For 2.2 mm Plastic Fiber For 2.2 mm Plastic Fiber

16.3 Fiber Retaining Cap 16.3 Fiber Retaining Cap

12.7 12.7

23

23
12.2

12.2
24.1 24.1

39.6

39.6
3.5(x2) 3.5(x2)

30.7

152.4 30.7
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Selection
Guide
Ordering Code Applications
Fiber Optic (Plastic), VR, cable BOS 16K-UU-1FR-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-UU-1FR-02
Fiber Optic (Plastic), VR, cable, hi-spd. BOS 16K-VU-1FR-0.2-S4 BOS 16K-VU-1FR-02 Tubular
Block
Supply Voltage 11...30 Vdc 11...30 Vdc Distance
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie 0.7 V 0.7 V Measurement
Rated Isolation Voltage 300 V 300 V (Analog)
Rated Output Current 100 mA 100 mA Slot & Angle
Current Consumption Io (no load) 35 mA 35 mA Fiber Optics
Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse
Full Color
On/Off Delay Standard 1 ms, High-speed 0.3 ms Standard 1 ms, High-speed 0.3 ms Detection
Switching Frequency Standard 500 Hz, High-speed 1666 Hz Standard 500 Hz, High-speed 1666 Hz
Color Mark
Output Type PNP and NPN PNP and NPN (Contrast)
Output Function Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Detection
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected Luminescence
Power Indication Green LED Green LED (UV) Detection
Output Function Indication Yellow LED Yellow LED Optical
Orange LED Orange LED Orange LED Windows
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 660nm Visible Red 660nm Dimensional
Light Field of View Depends on fiber Depends on fiber Light Grids
Operating Temperature Range -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F) -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F)
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67; 1200 psi washdown IP 67; 1200 psi washdown
Shock/Vibration 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2 30 G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2
Relative Humidity 95% 95%
Housing Material Noryl 190X Noryl 190X
Sensing Face Material Acrylic Acrylic
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Connection M12 4-pin Micro, 6-inch Pig-tail 2 m PVC jacket, 4x22 AWG

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MiniPro AC/DC,
Plastic Fiber Optics Fiber Optics
Series BOS 16K Quick-Disconnect BOS 16K Cable Out
AC/DC AC/DC
For Plastic Fiber with For Plastic Fiber with
2.2 mm OD Plastic 2.2 mm OD Plastic
16.3 Fiber Retaining Cap
16.3 Fiber Retaining Cap
12.7
12.7

23

23
12.2
24.1

12.2
3.5(x2) 24.1

52.3
3.5(x2)

52.3
30.7

30.7

Ordering Code
Fiber Optic (Plastic), VR, cable BOS 16K-AU-0FR-0.2-S21 BOS 16K-AU-0FR-02

Supply Voltage 22...250 Vac/Vdc 22...250 Vac/Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie 8 Vac max 8 Vac max
Rated Isolation Voltage 300 V 300 V
Rated Output Current 100 mA 100 mA
Current Consumption Io (no load) 1.7 mA 1.7 mA
Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse Short circuit, polarity reversal, false pulse
On/Off Delay 8.3 ms 8.3 ms
Switching Frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz
Output Type Two-wire Two-wire
Output Function Selectable Light/Dark (switch) Selectable Light/Dark (switch)
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected 5-turn potentiometer, clutch protected
Power Indication Green LED Green LED
Output Function Indication Yellow LED Yellow LED
Orange LED Orange LED Orange LED
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 660 nm Visible Red 660 nm
Light Field of View Depends on fiber Depends on fiber
Operating Temperature Range -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F) -20° C to +70° C (-4°F to +158°F)
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67; 1200 psi washdown IP 67; 1200 psi washdown
Shock/Vibration 30G/10-55 Hz, 1 mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2 30G/10-55 Hz, 1mm; Meets IEC 947-5-2
Relative Humidity 95% 95%
Housing Material Noryl 190X Noryl 190X
Sensing Face Material Acrylic Acrylic
Recommended Connector C21 AE3-00-VY-150F
Connection 3-pin Micro (2-keys), 6-inch Pig-tail 2 m PVC jacket, 3x22 AWG

AC Wiring

Brown Red/White
~/+ 3
~/+ 3 2
Green
1
Blue Red/Black 1
~/- 2
~/-

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BOS 72K
Fiber Optic Amplifier

Photoelectric
BOS 72K Advanced Fiber Optic Amplifier Features

The BOS 72K fiber optic amplifier uses the – Accepts all 2.2mm diameter fiber optic cables
latest microprocessor-based technology to – Patented EASYtouchTM pushbutton teach-in
solve the most difficult applications. It is available process
in a standard style without display as well as a – Remote teach for fast change over
version with display. The standard version – Powerful economical standard version without display
without display has a 10-bit processor that – Display version with over 4000 points of resolution
offers over 1000 points of resolution and a fast – Din rail or panel mountable
operational speed up to 1000Hz. The version – M8 connector or cable out
with display offers a 12-bit processor with over
4000 points of resolution, plus the convenience Applications
of a 4-digit display. The 4-digit display gives a
clear indication of the received signal or – Small object detection
threshold value. – Limited mounting space restrictions

Set-up has never been easier with the patented

– Chemically aggressive environments
– High temperature environments 2
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offered on the display version. It features two
Selection
modes of operation— standard mode for 1kHz Guide
operation and fast mode for 5kHz operation.
Applications
Additionally, pushbuttons for + and – allow the
user to tweak in the application. Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
Adjustment Indications (Analog)
Slot & Angle
A A OUTPUT status and READY/ERROR LED
Fiber Optics
B Teach-in button Full Color
Detection
C 4 digit display Color Mark
(Contrast)
G B Detection
D D STATUS signaling LED
Luminescence
(UV) Detection
E E OUTPUT signaling LED
Optical
Windows
F '+' e '-' buttons (adjust/menu)
Dimensional
F Light Grids
G Fiber lock/unlock button

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BOS 72K
Fiber Optic Amplifier Fiber Optics
Series BOS 72K, quick disconnect BOS 72K, cable out
Type Base unit for plastic fiber optics

65

50
6.5
M8

1.5 25.4 O3.6

50

side view
High Resolution with Display
PNP Light-on/Dark-on q BOS 72K-PU-RA20-S75 e BOS 72K-PU-RA20-02
NPN Light-on/Dark-on w BOS 72K-NU-RA20-S75 r BOS 72K-NU-RA20-02
Std. Resolution without Display
PNP Light-on/Dark-on q BOS 72K-PU-RA10-S75 e BOS 72K-PU-RA10-02
NPN Light-on/Dark-on w BOS 72K-NU-RA10-S75 r BOS 72K-NU-RA10-02

Supply Voltage 10...24 Vdc

Voltage Drop at Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current 100 mA
Current Consumption Io (no load) 70 mA with display / 40 mA without display
Reverse Polarity Protection Yes
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Output Function PNP or NPN
Emitter Light Source Visible Red 670 nm
Operating Temperature Range -10...+55° C
On/Off Delay (standard) 100us High Resolution/500us Standard Resolution
Operating Frequency (max.) 1Khz High resolution/5Khz standard resolution
Sensitivity Adjustment EASY touch Teach-in/Remote Teach-in
Function Indication Yellow
Contamination Indication 2 bicolor Red/Green LEDs (SET and ERROR)
Environmental Protection IP 67
Housing Material ABS
Sensing Face Material Depends on fiber optics used
Approvals CE, cULus
Connection M8 4-pin connector 2 m cable
No. of wires & gauge 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Weight 30 g 115 g

Wiring Diagrams
PNP PNP
1 1 +V 3 BN +V
2 Teach WH Teach
4 BK
3 BU
0V 0V

NPN NPN
2 1 +V 4 BN +V
2 WH
Teach Teach
4 BK
3 BU
0V 0V

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BFB 75K
Fiber Optic

Photoelectric
BFB 75K Basic

Balluff's BFB 75K-001 is considered the basic

model of fiber optic base units for DIN rail mount.
This economical sensor is ideally suited for
standard applications. The sensor uses an
external teach-in procedure for fast, easy setup.

Features

Red light
– Teach-in
– Connector and cable versions

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Selection
Guide

Applications

Tubular

Control Panel Block

Mounting notes for fiber optics
The resistance of the sealing ring must be Distance
Operating Measurement
overcome when connecting the fiber optics to voltage (Analog)
indicator
the base unit. Slot & Angle

Switching Fiber Optics

state
indicator
Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows
Teach key Dimensional
Light Grids

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BFB 75K
Fiber Optic Fiber Optics
Series BFB 75K BFB 75K
Plastic fiber optic base unit for plastic fiber optics for plastic fiber optics
with outside diameter 2.2 mm with outside diameter 2.2 mm
Sensing distance/range depends on fiber optic cable depends on fiber optics

W W
NE NE

LED

LED
Taster

Taster
Base Unit
PNP BFB 75K-001-P-S75 BFB 75K-001-P-02
NPN BFB 75K-001-N-S75 BFB 75K-001-N-02
Electrical Data
Supply Voltage UB 10...30 V DC 10...30 V DC
Ripple ≤ 10 % ≤ 10 %
No-load Supply Current I0 max. ≤ 20 mA ≤ 20 mA
Switching Output PNP- or NPN-Transistor PNP- or NPN-Transistor
Switching Type Light-/dark-on (selectable) Light-/dark-on (selectable)
Output Current 100 mA 100 mA
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ≤ 1.5 V ≤ 1.5 V
Settings Teach-in Teach-in
Optical Data
Emitter, Light Type LED, red light LED, red light
Wave Length 660 nm 660 nm
Light Spot Diameter depends on fiber optics depends on fiber optics
Time Data
Response Time
Switching Frequency f 1.5 kHz 1.5 kHz
Indicators
Power-on Indicator LED green LED green
Switching State Indicator LED yellow LED yellow
Mechanical Data
Connection M8 4-pin connector 2 m cable, PVC
No. of wires × cross-section 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Housing Material ABS ABS
Optical Surface depends on fiber optic cable depends on fiber optic cable
Weight 20 g 50 g
Ambient Data
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 64 IP 64
Polarity Reversal Protected yes yes
Short Circuit Protected yes yes
Ambient Temperature Range Ta –20...+60 °C –20...+60 °C

Conector Orientation

Wiring Diagrams
BFB 75K-001-P BFB 75K-001-N

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BFB 75K
Fiber Optic

Photoelectric
BFB 75K Advanced

Balluff's BFB 75K-002 offers perfect

performance as a high-end amplifier with
12-bit resolution, a 4-digit display and a
switching frequency of up to 8 kHz.

Various operating modes such as Fine or

High Distance allow the sensor to be quickly
adapted to a specific application.

Configurable time functions, window

programming, and fine adjustment of a
switching point adjustment round out the
sensor.

An additional analog output provides the

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BFB 75K-003 an output signal proportional
to remission or to the distance from the Selection
Guide
target. All functions of the BFB 75K-02 are
also included. Applications

Operating mode Standard High High Long Tubular

resolution switching range Block
frequency Distance
Sensing distance* 150 mm 70 mm 70 mm 300 mm Measurement
(Analog)
Switching frequency 1 kHz 125 Hz 8 kHz 125 Hz
Slot & Angle

*depending on fiber optics used Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Control panel Detection

Luminescence
LED yellow LED green Power-on indicator (UV) Detection
Switching state Optical
indicator
LED red CONF Configuration is active Windows
LED red LOCK Keypad disable is active
LED red NC Change switching output NO/NC Dimensional
LED red ADJ Adjust function is selected Light Grids
LED red DELAY Time function is selected
LED red FUNC Function is selected

Display The display represents the reflected energy

in the form of a numerical value (0-4095).

Teach keys For setting various functions

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BFB 75K
Fiber Optic Fiber Optics
Series BFB 75K BFB 75K
Plastic fiber optic base unit for plastic fiber optics for plastic fiber optics
with outside diameter 2.2 mm with outside diameter 2.2 mm
Sensing distance/range depends on fiber optics depends on fiber optics

LED

LED
Display

Display
Diffuse

Diffuse
Base Unit
PNP BFB 75K-002-P-S75 BFB 75K-003-P-02
NPN BFB 75K-002-N-S75 BFB 75K-003-N-02
Electrical Data
Supply Voltage UB 10...30 V DC 10...30 V DC
Ripple ≤ 10 % ≤ 10 %
No-load Supply Current I0 max. ≤ 25 mA ≤ 25 mA
Analog Output 0...10 V (max. 2 mA)
Switching Output PNP- or NPN-Transistor PNP- or NPN-Transistor
Switching Type Light-/dark-on (selectable) Light-/dark-on (selectable)
Output Current 100 mA 100 mA
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ≤2V ≤2V
Settings Teach-in Teach-in
Optical Data
Emitter, Light Type LED, red light LED, red light
Wave Length 630 nm 630 nm
Light Spot Diameter depends on fiber optics depends on fiber optics
Time data
Switching Frequency f Standard 1 kHz 1 kHz
Fast Mode 8 kHz 8 kHz
Time Function On- and/or off-delay On- and/or off-delay
1...2000 ms adjustable 1...2000 ms adjustable
Indicators
Power-on Indicator LED green LED green
Switching State Indicator LED yellow LED yellow
Status Indicator 6× LED red 6× LED red
Display 4-digit 4-digit
Mechanical Data
Connection M8 4-pin connector 2 m cable, PVC
No. of Wires × Cross-Section 5 x 26 AWG
Reommended Connector C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Housing Material ABS ABS
Optical Surface depends on fiber optic cable depends on fiber optic cable
Weight 20 g 50 g
Ambient Data
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 64 IP 64
Polarity Reversal Protected yes yes
Short Circuit Protected yes yes
Ambient Temperature Range Ta –20...+60 °C –20...+60 °C

Wiring Diagrams
BFB 75K-002-P BFB 75K-002-N BFB 75K-003-P BFB 75K-003-N

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Specialty
Fiber Optic

Photoelectric
Sensing range with BOS 18M-...-PD-... 100 mm 100 mm 200 mm
BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 400 mm 400 mm 700 mm
BOS 30M-...

Specialty Fiber Optics

When the need arises, specialty fibers

are available for high temperature or
high impact areas.

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Ordering code Selection
Type UZG BFO 18A-LAA-UZG-20- Guide
MZG BFO 18A-LGG-MZG-10- BFO 18A-LFF-MZG-10- BFO 18A-LAA-MZG-20- Applications
SMG BFO 18A-LGG-SMG-10- BFO 18A-LFF-SMG-10-
Tubular
Diameter of glass fiber bundle 1 mm 1 mm 2 mm Block
Max. pull force on fiber optics and connection parts 80 N 80 N 80 N Distance
Min. bending radius 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm Measurement
For use with BOS 18M-PA-1PD-... yes yes yes (Analog)

BOS 18M-PU-1PD-... yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) Slot & Angle
BOS 18M-GU-1PF-... yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) Fiber Optics
BOS 18M-PA-1PF-... yes yes yes
Full Color
BOS 30M-... no no no Detection

Color Mark
Please append the desired length L of the fiber optics (Contrast)
cable to the ordering code. Detection
Corrections from 0.5 m to max. 2 m possible. Example: Luminescence
BFO 18...-20-0.5 for 0.5 m fiber length (UV) Detection
BFO 18...-20-2 for 2 m fiber length Optical
Windows
Note: With a through-beam fiber optic cable, the Dimensional
normally open signal of the base unit is Light Grids
converted into a normally closed signal!

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Fiber Optic Fiber Optics
Sensing range BOS 18M-...-PD-... 200 mm 200 mm 200 mm 200 mm
BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 700 mm 700 mm
BOS 30M-... 2000 mm 2000 mm

Ordering code
Type UZG BFO 18A-LEE-UZG-20-
MZG BFO 18A-LCC-UZG-20- BFO 18A-LEE-MZG-20- BFO 18V-LCC-MZG-23- BFO 18V-LDD-MZG-23-
SMG BFO 18A-LCC-SMG-20- BFO 18A-LEE-SMG-20- BFO 18V-LCC-SMG-23- BFO 18V-LDD-SMG-23-

Diameter of glass fiber bundle 2 mm 2 mm 2 mm 2 mm

Max. pull force on fiber optics and connection parts 80 N 80 N 80 N 80 N
Min. bending radius 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm
For use with BOS 18M-PA-1PD-... yes yes no no
BOS 18M-GU-1PF-... yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) no no
BOS 18M-PA-1PF-... yes yes no no
BOS 30M-... no no yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk)

Please append the desired length L of the fiber optics cable to the ordering code.
Corrections from 0.5 m to max. 2 m possible. Example:
BFO 18...-20-0.5 for 0.5 m fiber length
BFO 18...-20-2 for 2 m fiber length

Note: With a through-beam fiber optic cable, the normally open signal of the
base unit is converted into a normally closed signal!

Installation note Remove adapter disk

BOS 30M with BFO 18V from fiber optics!

Adapter BFO 30-A1

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Fiber Optic
Sensing Range BOS 18M-...-PD-.../BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 10 mm/50 mm 10 mm/50 mm 20 mm/100 mm
Diffuse BOS 30M-...

Photoelectric
Retroreflective BOS 18M-...-PD-.../BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 300 mm/1000 mm 300 mm/1000 mm 500 mm/1000 mm
BOS 30M-...

Ordering code
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Type UZG BFO 18A-XAA-UZG-30-
Selection
MZG BFO 18A-XAG-MZG-15- BFO 18A-XAF-MZG-15- BFO 18A-XAA-MZG-30- Guide
SMG BFO 18A-XAF-SMG-15- BFO 18A-XAA-SMG-30-
Applications

Diameter of glass fiber bundle 1.5 mm 1.5 mm 3 mm Tubular

Max. pull force on fiber optics and connection parts 80 N 80 N 80 N Block
Min. bending radius 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm
Distance
For use with BOS 18M-PA-1PD-... yes yes yes Measurement
BOS 18M-GU-1PF-... yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) (Analog)
BOS 18M-PA-1PF-... yes yes yes Slot & Angle
BOS 30M-... no no no Fiber Optics
Sn BOS 18M-PA-1PD-... 10 mm 10 mm 20 mm
with BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 50 mm 50 mm 100 mm Full Color
Detection
BOS 30M-...
Range with BOS 18M-PA-1PD-... 300 mm 300 mm 500 mm Color Mark
(Contrast)
with BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 1000 mm 1000 mm 1000 mm Detection
BOS 30M-... Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Sensing distances referenced to Kodak gray card 90 % Light Grids
Reflexion.

Diffuse with glass fiber optics used as retroreflective:

Ranges are referenced to BOS R-1 reflector.

When using as a retroreflective type, twice the sensing

distance must be used as the object dead zone.

Please append the desired length L of the fiber optics cable

to the ordering code!
Corrections from 0.5 m to max. 2 m possible. 6 Connectors
Example:
BFO 18...-30-0.5 for 0.5 m fiber length
BFO 18...-30-2 for 2 m fiber length
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Fiber Optic Fiber Optics
Sensing Range BOS 18M-...-PD-.../BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 20 mm/100 mm 20 mm/100 mm 20 mm 20 mm
Diffuse BOS 30M-... 200 mm 200 mm
Retroreflective BOS 18M-...-PD-.../BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 500 mm/1000 mm 500 mm/1000 mm 500 mm 500 mm
BOS 30M-... 2000 mm 2000 mm

Ordering code
Type UZG BFO 18A-XAE-UZG-30-
MZG BFO 18A-XAE-MZG-30- BFO 18V-XAC-MZG-30- BFO 18V-XAD-MZG-30-
SMG BFO 18A-XAC-SMG-30- BFO 18A-XAE-SMG-30- BFO 18V-XAC-SMG-30- BFO 18V-XAD-SMG-30-

Diameter of glass fiber bundle 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm

Max. pull force on fiber optics and connection parts 80 N 80 N 80 N 80 N
Min. bending radius 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm
For use with BOS 18M-PA-1PD-... yes yes no no
BOS 18M-GU-1PF-... yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk)
BOS 18M-PA-1PF-... yes yes no no
BOS 30M-... no no yes yes
Sn BOS 18M-PA-1PD-... 20 mm 20 mm yes (remove adapter disk) yes (remove adapter disk)
with BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 100 mm 100 mm
BOS 30M-... 200 mm 200 mm
Range with BOS 18M-PA-1PD-... 500 mm 500 mm
with BOS 18M-...-1PF-... 1000 mm 1000 mm
BOS 30M-... 500 mm 2000 mm

Installation note

When using the BOS 18M-GU-1PF-S4-Y

or BOS 18M-PU-1PD-SA... please remove
the adapter disk from
the fiber optic cable!

Remove adapter disk

from fiber optics!

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Specialty
Fiber Optic

Photoelectric
BFO 18M Series

Balluff BFO 18M series fiber optic cables are

designed for use with BOS 18M and BOS 30M
sensors. These rugged-duty cables are ideal for
applications where high excess gain, enhanced
chemical resistance, or high temperature solutions
are needed.

Rugged construction from the outside in

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UZG type MZG type SMG type Selection

Guide

Polyurethane jacket Polyurethane jacket Silicone cover stainless steel jacket Applications
Strain relief Strain relief Strain relief Tubular
Glass fiber bundle Glass fiber bundle Glass fiber bundle Block

-Enhanced chemical -High temperature -Combined temperature Distance

Measurement
resistance rating (-20...+170°C) chemical resistance (Analog)
-High flexibility -Crush resistant -Good crush resistance Slot & Angle
and flexibility
-Does not get brittle Fiber Optics
-Resistant to hot chips
in oils or coolants Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection
Recommended diffuse base units (can be used as amplifiers)
Optical
See Tubular section for technical data Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories
BOS 18M-GU-1PF-... BOS 18M-PU-1PD-... BOS 18M-PA/NA-1PF-..., BOS 30M-GA-1PH-...
BOS 18M-PA/NA-1PD-...
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Photoelectric
Sensors
Miniature Remote
Amplifier Sensors Fiber Optics
BMOA Miniature Remote Series 2mm Smooth Tubular 3mm Threaded Tubular 4mm Smooth Tubular
Amplifier Sensors Diffuse w/ standard resolution amp 12 mm 12mm
Need the precision of a laser Diffuse w/ high resolution amp 3 mm 3 mm
photoelectric sensor, but have Thru-Beam w/ standard resolution amp 200 mm 200 mm 800 mm
no room to mount something Thru-Beam w/ high resolution amp 80 mm 80 mm 250 mm
that big? Ultra miniature
sensing heads down to 2 mm
can fit into applications where 2 M3x0.5 4

most sensors won’t. The

7
BMOA component systems
use an amplifier to power and

8
control the signals from the

11
sensing head, making it a
unique alternative to typical
fiber optic solutions. The
BMOA component systems
offer maximum flexibility with
high flex cable versions for
moving applications like
robotic arms. The systems can
detect targets as small as
0.05 mm. The BMOA
amplifiers make set-up and
operation easy, using a simple
dynamic teach function, or a Diffuse
manual push-button PUR Cable IR BMOA 02SM-X12-1 BMOA 03TM-X12-1
adjustment mode. Available in PVC High-Flex Cable IR BMOA 02SM-X12-F1 BMOA 03TM-X12-F1
economical discrete or PUR Cable visible red
advanced analog output Thru-Beam
versions to solve difficult PUR Cable IR BMOA 02SM-B200-1 BMOA 03TM-B200-1 BMOA 04SM-B800-1
applications. PVC High-Flex Cable IR BMOA 02SM-B200-F1 BMOA 03TM-B200-F1
PUR Cable visible red BMOA 02SM-B200-R1 BMOA 03TM-B200-R1 BMOA 04SM-B800-R1
Features
Emitter Light Source, IR Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm
– Smallest sensing head in the Emitter Light Source, Visible Red Visible red 660 nm Visible red 660 nm Visible red 660 nm
industry Operating Temperature Range -10° C to + 55° C -10° C to + 55° C -10° C to + 55° C
– Laser-like precision to detect Storage Remperature -30° C to + 70° C -30° C to + 70° C -30° C to + 70° C
targets as small as 0.05 mm Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
– High speed switching up to Relative Humidity 90% @ 20°C 90% @ 20° C 90% @ 20° C
5 kHz Housing Material Stainless Steel Nickel plated brass Stainless Steel
– 50 ms pulse stretching delay Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA PMMA
– Simple pushbutton Weight, Diffuse Models 3.2 g (PUR cable) 3.4 g (PUR cable)
adjustment of dynamic teach 1.2 g (PVC cable) 1.4 g (PVC cable)
function Weight, Thru-beam Models 5.5 g (PUR cable) 5.9 g (PUR cable)
9g
– Stability and Output Function 2.5 g (PVC cable) 2.9 g (PVC cable)
LEDs Connection 1 m cable with 1 m cable with 1 m cable with
– Discrete output versions amplifier connector amplifier connector amplifier connector
PNP and NPN For use with
– Analog Output versions BMO A01... amplifiers only.
0…10 Vdc and 4…20 mA
– Din-rail or panel mountable

Applications

– Thread detection
– Small part profiling
– Robotic end-effectors
– Semiconductor component
detection
– High performance alternative
to fiber optics

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Sensors
Miniature Remote
Amplifier Sensors
5mm Smooth Tubular 5mm Threaded Tubular 6mm Threaded Tubular 6 x 6 x 12 mm Block

Photoelectric
63 mm 63 mm 63mm
15mm 15mm 15mm
800 mm 800 mm
250 mm 250 mm

M5x0.5 M6x0.5

7 7

13

13
M2

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Contents

Selection
Guide
w/M2 Screws
Applications

Tubular
BMOA 05SM-X63-1 BMOA 06TM-X63-1 BMOA 66RM-X63-1
Block
BMOA 05SM-X63-R1 BMOA 06TM-X63-R1 BMOA 66RM-X63-R1 Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
BMOA 05TM-B800-1 BMOA 66RM-B800-1
Slot & Angle
BMOA 05TM-B800-R1 BMOA 66RM-B800-R1 Fiber Optics

Full Color
Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Detection
Visible red 660 nm Visible red 660 nm Visible red 660 nm Visible red 660 nm
Color Mark
-10° C to + 55° C -10° C to + 55° C -10° C to + 55° C -10° C to + 55° C (Contrast)
-30° C to + 70° C -30°C to + 70° C -30° C to + 70° C -30° C to + 70° C Detection
IP 65 IP 65 IP 65 IP 65 Luminescence
90% @ 20° C 90% @ 20° C 90% @ 20° C 90% @ 20° C (UV) Detection
Stainless Steel Nickel plated brass Nickel plated brass Nickel plated brass Optical
PMMA PMMA PMMA PMMA Windows

9.5 g Dimensional
7.5 g 6.6 g Light Grids

12 g 13.2 g
1 m cable with 1 m cable with 1 m cable with 1 m cable with
amplifier connector amplifier connector amplifier connector amplifier connector

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

o Product
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Series
Photoelectric
Sensors
Miniature Remote
Amplifier Sensors
High Speed Standard
Fiber Optics Advanced Analog Amplifier

15

15

15
36 36 36

42.5

42.5

42.5
52

52

52
O3.25 (x 2) O3.25 (x 2) O3.25 (x 2)

Discrete Output
PNP Normally-open q BMO A01-I-PU-C-02 BMO A01-J-PU-C-02
NPN Normally-open w BMO A01-I-NU-C-02 BMO A01-J-NU-C-02
Analog Output
0...10 Vdc e BMO A01-H-V1-C-02
4...20 mA r BMO A01-H-C1-C-02

Supply Voltage 10…30 Vdc 10…30 Vdc 15…30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V <2V
Output Current (digital) 100 mA 100 mA
Analog Output Type (Voltage) 0...10 V (10 bit)
Analog Output Type (Current) 4...20 mA (10 bit)
Analog Output Load (voltage) min load 2k Ω
Analog Output Load (current) Max Load 300 Ω <20 Vdc or 600 Ω >20 Vdc
Current Consumption Io (no load) 45 mA 45 mA 50 mA
Protections Short Circuit, Reverse Polarity Short Circuit, Reverse Polarity Short Circuit, Reverse Polarity
Response Time 100 µs 1 ms 1 ms
Switching Frequency 5 KHz 500 Hz 500 Hz
Pulsed/Non-Pulsed Light Source Non-Pulsed Pulsed Pulsed
Output Function Light/Dark Selectable Light/Dark Selectable Light/Dark Selectable
Operating Temperature Range -10° C to +55° C -10° C to +55° C -10° C to +55° C
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment Teach-in and Manual Teach-in and Manual Teach-in and Manual
Power/Stability Indication Green LED Green LED Green LED
Alarm Indication Red LED
Output LED Yellow LED Yellow LED 3 Yellow LEDs
Housing Material ABS ABS ABS
Weight 55 g 55 g 60 g
Connection (to control system) 2 m PVC Cable , 3 x 26 AWG 2 m PVC Cable , 3 x 26 AWG 2 m PVC Cable , 4 x 26 AWG

Wiring Diagrams

PNP NPN
q w + Sensitivity setting
OUT
AUT – the amplifier will determine the
(DLY) best setting for the application.
- MAN – this allows you to fine-tune the
e STAB.
BN + settings or manually adjust the sensor for
BK
Analog Output (L.ON)
difficult applications.
WH Analog GND L./D.ON DLY
BU
- AUT

MAN

r BN +
BK
Analog Output
WH Analog GND
BU
-

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Sensors
Miniature Remote
Amplifier Sensors

Photoelectric
Sensing Distance for Diffuse Sensors
Measuring Arrangement:
Kodak Card
50 x 50mm The following charts are developed using a standard 50x50mm Kodak White Card moved at a
Y 900 angle, step by step in front of the diffuse sensor. Several levels of sensitivity are shown with
X
a standard resolution amplifier.
Sensor

055M, 06TM & 66RM 025M & 03TM

4 5

2 4
Y 3
0 (mm)
Y 2
(mm) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
-2 X(mm)
1
Minimum
-4 0
33% Sensitivity 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
-1
-6 Minimum X (mm)
67% Sensitivity -2
-8 33% Sensitivity
-3
Max. 57% Sensitivity
-10 -4
Max. Sensitivity
-5

Object Resolution for Diffuse Sensors

Sensor
X
The following charts are developed using several different wire sizes as a target and a standard
2
Y
resolution amplifier. Contents
Copper Wire Selection
Guide
055M, 06TM & 66RM 025M & 03TM
5
Applications
4
Y
(mm) 3 Tubular
2 Y
(mm) 1
1 Block
0.05 0.25 0.5 1 12 Wire diameter in mm X (mm)
0 Wire diameter in mm 0.05 0.25 0.5 1 2 0
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Distance
-1 -1 Measurement
-2 (Analog)
-3 -2

-4 X (mm)
-3
Slot & Angle
-5
Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection
Object Resolution for Thru-Beam Sensors
Color Mark
(Contrast)
Range
The following chart illustrates the approximate performance of different wire diameters breaking Detection
the beam at certain ranges. Luminescence
Transmitter Copper Receiver
Wire (UV) Detection

Measuring arrangement Optical

Windows
04SM, 05TM & 66RM 02SM & 03TM
Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7
Absolute Mode (ABS) Relative Mode (REL)
This mode offers the maximum accuracy for all This mode offers an output signal relative Accessories
applications. The amplifier will offer 8 stages of to the target. The amplifier offers 4 stages
amplification; each stage will differ by a factor of 2. of amplification in steps of 2.5v or 4mA.

LED Info
= LED illuminated
o Product
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= LED is dark
t Technical
Reference

p
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
0.8% 1.6% 3.1% 6.3% 12.5% 25% 50% 100% ≥ 2.5V ≥5.0V ≥7.5V ≥10.0V Part
Number
≥ 8mA ≥12mA ≥16mA ≥120mA Index

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Full Color Sensors
Contents

Full Color Detection

Photoelectric
Full color recognition sensors differentiate
various colors by emitting pure white light
and then measuring the level of red, blue,
and green in the light that is reflected back.
These measured levels are compared to
values stored in the sensor’s memory. If
the value is within the tolerance limits, the
color is confirmed and the sensor’s output
is triggered. Typical uses of full color
recognition sensors include sorting by
product color, confirming correct color,
color matching, and quality control based
on proper coloration of the finished
product.

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BFS 27K 2
2.153 BFS 30M NEW Contents

Selection
Guide

Applications

Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

o Product
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Photoelectric
Sensors
BFS 26K
Color Sensor Full Color
Color Sensors Series BFS 26K Full Color
Balluff BFS 26K uses pulsed Type Plastic
white light, making it insensitive
to ambient light. The light
reflected from the object is
registered by three different
receivers (red, green, blue) and
then evaluated.

r
eive
The various light spot geom-

Rec
etries of the individual sensors

ter
Emit
(round, square or rectangle)
allow even the smallest color
markings to be detected.
With dimensions of just
50x50x17 mm, as well as a
rotatable connector, the BFS
26K fits into tight spots and can
be easily programmed using a
control line or a 2-button teach- Full Color Sensor
in procedure. 3 x PNP Light-on, 20...35 mm Diffuse (50…200 mm Retroreflective) BFS 26K-PS-L01-S115
Three channels with electronic 3 x PNP Light-on, 15…30 mm Diffuse BFS 26K-PS-L02-S115
output can be calibrated using 3 x PNP Light-on, 18…22 mm Diffuse BFS 26K-PS-L03-S115
five tolerance levels.
Numerous special functions Supply Voltage UB 12…28 Vdc
Ripple < 10%
such as color scanning, pulse
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2.4 V
expansion or blanking input,
provide additional application Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 40 mA @ 24 Vdc
flexibility.
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source White Light LED 400…700 nm
Features
Light Spot Dimensions BFS 26K-PS-L01-…. 4 mm @ 22 mm (Round Light Spot)
- Microprocessor controlled
BFS 26K-PS-L02-…. 2X2 mm @ 22 mm (Square Light Spot)
- Pulsed white light
BFS 26K-PS-L03-…. 5x1 mm @ 22 mm (Rectangular Light Spot)
- Various light spot geometries +6 mm @ Tolerance 3
Sensing Range Tolerance BFS 26K-PS-L01-….
- Teach-in and programming +5 mm @ Tolerance 3
BFS 26K-PS-L02-….
- M12 connector rotatable 270° +2 mm @ Tolerance 3
BFS 26K-PS-L03-….
- 3 different colors can be
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 10000 Lux
distinguished at the same time
LED’s Output LEDs Channel 1, 2, 3 3 x Yellow LED’s
- 5-stage adjustable color Output LEDs Tol 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 3 x Red LED’s
tolerance Supply Voltage Indication Green LED
- 3 yellow LEDs for switching Switching Frequency 500 Hz
state indication Response Time (On/Off Delay) 1 ms
- 3 red LEDs for indicating Power-up Delay 300 ms
tolerance level External synchronization input Remote Sensor sync input
Other Functions
Key lock Tamper Proof setting
Applications Timing Functions 50 ms
Color sensors are used Tolerance Levels 5 Levels (from TOL1 to TOL5)
throughout the fields of Operating Temperature Range -100 C to +550 C
robotics, automation, quality Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
assurance and in production Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
processes. Short Circuit Protection Yes
- Quality assurance checking Overload Protection Yes
- Selecting parts by color Housing Material Impact Resistant ABS
- Detecting different colored Sensing Face Material PMMA
cables and wires Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250 C
Connection M12 8-pin connector
Indicators and Controls Recommended Connector C04 AET-00-PB-050M
Weight 40 g
status indicator
channel indicator Wiring Diagrams 2. External Teach-in setting Color resolution/range diagram
1. Normal mode "factory setting" using "special functions" color resolution
+UB +UB
scan input
scan input > 20 % Remission
external Teach-in > 20 % Remission
toggle button
SET button confirm
tolerance level indicator BFS 26K...-L03... BFS 26K...-L01...
0V 0V BFS 26K...-L02...
Disabling input:
2.150 > 12 V = buttons disabled
< 3 V = buttons not disabled range
 Full Color Photoelectric
Sensors
BFS 27K
Color Sensor

Series BFS 27K Full Color

Photoelectric
BFS 27K Advanced Full
Color Photoelectric Sensor Type Plastic
The BFS 27K advanced full color
photoelectric sensor uses a
pulsed white LED light source and
the latest full color receivers for the
broadest detection of colors. It is
insensitive to ambient light
conditions. The reflected light is
registered by three different
receivers (red, green, blue), and
then evaluated for the correct
level of Chromaticity, or
Chromaticity + Intensity, using
three channels. The BFS 27K can
detect up to three different colors

2
at a time. It has ten tolerance
levels, making it ideal for situations
where colors are critical. The Full Color Sensor (Bright Colors)
50x50x25 mm dimensions make 3 x PNP Light-on, 5…45 mm q BFS 27K-PS-L01-S115 Contents
installation simple, even in tight 3 x NPN Light-on, 5…45 mm w BFS 27K-NS-L01-S115
Selection
locations. Full Color Sensor (Dark Colors and Subtle Contrast Changes) Guide
3xPNP, RS485 Remote Set-up+RGB Output, Light-on, 15...25 mm q BFS 27K-PSR-L02-S115
Applications
The BFS 27K simplifies set-up 3xNPN,RS485 Remote Set-up+RGB Output, Light-on, 15...25 mmw BFS 27K-NSR-L02-S115
Tubular
and use with a 4-digit display
and a simple two-button set-up Supply Voltage UB 10…30 Vdc Block
procedure. Complete remote Ripple < 10%
Distance
control is available on the RS485 Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V Measurement
serial interface versions. Other Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA (Analog)

advanced features include Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 60 mA @ 24 Vdc Slot & Angle
programmable, pulse stretcher Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Fiber Optics
time delay up to 40ms for fast Emitter Light Source White Light LED 400…700 nm
Light Spot Dimensions 4 mm @ 20 mm Full Color
targets, key lock to prevent Detection
tampering, and a synchronization Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 10000 Lux
Output LED’s 3 x Green LED’s Color Mark
input or blanking feature that Display/ LED’s (Contrast)
allows extensive application Output, OR Function LED 1 x Yellow LED Detection
flexibility and a RGB (Red, Blue, Display 4 digit numerical display Luminescence
and Green) value via RS485 Switching Frequency Bright Colors 1500 Hz (UV) Detection
offering millions of color Dark Colors 500 Hz (FAST Mode)/ Optical
combinations and color 100 Hz (NORM Mode) Windows
processing possibilities. Response Time Bright Colors < 335 ms
Dimensional
(On/Off Delay) < 1 ms (FAST Mode), Light Grids
Dark Colors < 5 ms (NORM Mode)
Features Other Functions External Synchronization Input Remote Sensor sync input
– 3 channel color sensor with Key Lock Tamper Proof setting
C (Chromaticity) or C+I Timing Functions 5, 10, 20, 30, 40 ms
(Chromaticity and Intensity) Tolerence Levels 10 Levels (from TOL0 to TOL9)
functions Color Sensing Modes Chromaticity (C) or
– RGB value via RS485 offers Chromaticity + Intensity (C+I)
millions of color combinations Operating Temperature Range -100 C to +550 C
– Wide spectrum white light Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
LED emission improves color
detection
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529
Short Circuit Protection
Overload Protection
IP 67
Yes
Yes
6 Connectors
– 3 independent NPN or PNP
outputs
– RS485 interface used for:
Housing Material
Sensing Face Material
ABS
Glass 7 Accessories
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250 C
o
- remote set-up
Connection M12 8-pin connector Product
- teaching color Overview
- changing tolerance and timer Recommended Connector C04 AET-00-PB-050M

t
settings Weight 100 g
Technical
- chromacity or chromacity q = Number indicates wiring diagrams Reference
and intensity settings
p
See pages 2.152 for diagrams
- RGB output information Part
Number
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Technical Data Full Color
Wiring Diagrams (C04 AET-00-PB-050M Connector Cable)
PNP
q
Output status LED

Output or LED 4 digit display

NPN
w

SET push-button SEL push-button

Detection Diagrams BFS 27K

Operating Distance According to Target Reflectivity Percentage

White White
90 90
Light Yellow Light Yellow
81 81

72 72

63 63
Target reflectivity %

Target reflectivity %

54 54

45 45

36 36

27 27
Dark Blue Dark Blue
18 18
Black Black
9 9

0 0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45
Operating distance Operating distance
BFS 27K-_S-L01-S115 BFS 27K-_SR-L02-S115

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BFS 30M
Color Sensor

Body Style 30 mm Threaded

Photoelectric
BFS 30M Programmable Full
Color Sensor Type Straight optics
Sensing range 30…100 mm
For those full color sensing Recommended operating distance 50 mm
applications where a longer range
M30x1.50
and 7 or 15 outputs is desirable, we W
now offer our new BFS 30M family. NE
Packed in to a M30 tubular housing
you will find a high-powered white
LED, RGB receivers, and the latest in
color-matching circuitry. Through

65
36
the PC-based setup and
configuration software, you will now

108
have ability to teach individual
outputs with tolerance levels as tight
as 0.5%, set timing and triggering

2
functions, and upload or download
sensor parameters.
LED

10
Contents
Software, connector cable, and programming
Features: cables must be ordered separately or as a kit. Selection
M16x1 Guide
See accessories on next page.
- Long Range Detection Applications
7 x PNP/NPN Selectable Outputs BFS 30M-USS-L03-OD12
(Up to 100 mm)
15 Hexadecimial (4 Binary Coded) Discrete Outputs BFS 30M-USS-L04-OD12 Tubular
- PC Based Configuration
Block
- RGB Value Display
Supply Voltage Ue 12…30 Vdc
- RS 232 or USB Communications Distance
Ripple <10% Measurement
- Adjustable Illumination Level (Analog)
Rated Output Current Ie <100 mA
(0…100%)
Current Consumption Io (no load) 100 mA Slot & Angle
- Color Only or Color + Luminosity
Emitter Light Source White LED 400…700 nm
Modes Fiber Optics
Tolerance (per color component) 0.5%…50%
- Programmable Tolerance Levels Full Color
Illumination 0…100% Detection
(0.5%…50%)
Light Spot Diameter 10 mm @ 50 mm
- External Trigger (Level, Edge, Color Mark
Power Indicator Green LED (Contrast)
Free Run)
Output Indicator Red LED Detection
- PNP/NPN Selectable Outputs
Programming Indicator Amber LED Luminescence
LED Switching Frequency 20 kHz (UV) Detection
Response Time (On/Off Delay) <0.33 ms Optical
Outputs Selectable PNP/NPN Windows
Set-up and Monitoring BFS 30M Color Software Dimensional
Communications RS 232C and USB Light Grids

Security Remote Lock/Unlock

Operating Temperature Range -10º C…+55º C
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material nickel plated brass
Lens Material Glass
Emitter Life 100,000 Hours
Connection M12 12-pin connector
Recommended Connector
Weight
CD 12-AL-22-VB-050M
180 g
6 Connectors

BFS 30M Software

Programming control like you’ve never had before.
7 Accessories

Select your channel, your operating mode and

teach your target. Need to make an adjustment? o Product
Overview

No problem. Easy windows-based interface

screens help you make the changes you need.
Save the parameters for a later date or a second
t Technical
Reference

sensor? Two clicks and you are done. Using the

BFS 30M sensor gives you the highest level of
sensor setup available for a full color sensor.
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Accessories &
Technical Data Full Color
Part number Description
BFS Z-IK-01 Color Sensor Kit with software CD, 12-Pin Connector Cable, I/O Box, USB and
RS232 Programming Cables, and RS232 Adapter
BFS Z-SW-30M-01 Color Sensor Software CD
BFS Z-MU-30M-01 Color Sensor I/O Box
CD 12-AL-22-VB-050M 12 Pin Connector Cable – 5 Meters
BKS AD-03-USBA/USBB-01,8 USB Programming Cable
BKS AD-01-RJ11/RJ11-02,1 RS232 Programming Cable
BKS AD-02-RJ11/DB9 RJ11 to DB9 Adapter (for use with RS232 cable)

BFS Z-MU-30M-01 CD 12-AL-22-VB-050M

I/O Box 12-pin connector cable
Included in Kit
Included in Kit

BKS AD-02-RJ11/DB9 BKS AD-01-RJ11/RJ11-02,1 BKS AD-03-USBA/USBB-01,8

RJ11 to DB9 Adapter RS232 Programming Cable USB Programming Cable
Included in Kit Included in Kit Included in Kit

BFS 30M Spot Size vs. Distance BFS 30M-USS-L03-OD12 BFS 30M-USS-L04-OD12
Sensing Distance Spot Size 1 BN + 1 1 BN + 1
2 BU - 2 2 BU - 2
20 mm 5 mm 3 WH SIG1 3 I/O BOX 3 WH SIG1 3 I/O BOX
4 Lt GN SIG2 4 7 OUTPUTS 4 Lt GN SIG2 4 15 OUTPUTS
30 mm 6 mm SENSOR
5 5
SENSOR
5 5
OR SIG3 OR SIG3
40 mm 8 mm 6 GN SIG4 6 6 GN SIG4 6
7 BK SIG5 7 7 BK Not Used 7
50 mm 10 mm 8 YE SIG6 8 8 YE Not Used 8
60 mm 12 mm 9 GY SIG7 9 9 GY Not Used 9
10 RD Not Used 10 10 RD Not Used 10
70 mm 14 mm 11 PK Not Used 11 11 PK Not Used 11
12 VT Not Used 12 12 VT Not Used 12
80 mm 16 mm
TRIGGER 13 TRIGGER 13
90 mm 18 mm TX 14 TX 14
RX 15 RX 15
100 mm 20 mm

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Color Mark Photoelectric
Sensors
Color Mark Sensors
Contents

Color Mark Detection (Contrast)

Photoelectric
Sensors

Color mark sensors, sometimes called

contrast or registration sensors, are highly
specialized diffuse proximity photoelectric
sensors with the ability to detect subtle
surface contrasts. Contrast detection is
widely used in packaging and labeling
operations to identify various colors of index
marks or the presence of labels on shiny
surfaces.

Unlike standard energetic diffuse

photoelectric sensors, color mark sensors
use a highly sensitive lens system positioned

2
at a specific focal distance from a target.
These sensors have fast response times and
the can detect marks that pass by the sensor
at extreme speeds. Contents

Selection
2.156 BKT 18KF Guide
2.157 BKT 6K Class II Laser Applications
2.158 BKT 21M Tubular
2.159 BKT M Series
Block
2.162 BGL 21
Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BKT 18KF Series Color Mark
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

14

14
M18x1 M18x1

24 24

X
43

43
Y
Y
25

25
Sn Sn
x y
O3.8 O3.8
Sn Sn

14.5
34 67

10
LED LED

Color Mark (Contrast Detection)

PNP NO+NC Light-on 10 mm ! BKT 18KF-001-P-S4 BKT 18KF-001-P-02
NPN NO+NC Light-on 10 mm @ BKT 18KF-001-N-S4 BKT 18KF-001-N-02

Supply Voltage UB 10...30 Vdc

Ripple ≤ 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at le ≤ 2V
Rated Output Current le 100 mA
Current Consumption lo (no load) ≤ 30 mA
Utilization Category (IED 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source White LED 400 to 700 nm
Light Spot Diameter 4.5 mm @ 10 mm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Output Indicator Yellow LED
Stability Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency 5 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) ≤ 100 µs
Operating Temperature Range -25° C to +55° C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection yes
Overload Protection yes
Housing Material PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25° C
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25 g 75 g

Wiring Diagrams Detection Diagram

Sensitivity/Operating Distance
PNP
! %
100

80

60
NPN
40
@
20

0 mm

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 Color Mark Class II Laser
Photoelectric
Sensors
BKT 6K Series
Class II Laser

Body Style Small block Small block

Photoelectric
BKT 6K Contrast
Sensor Type Straight optics Straight optics
The Balluff BKT 6K
contrast sensor is
designed to reliably
detect small area
contrast differences

Emitter Receiver
typically missed by

Emitter Receiver
standard contrast
sensors. The advanced
microprocessor
simplifies set-up with a
push-button or remote
teach-in process that
automatically learns the
target - even if the target
Color Mark (Contrast)
2
is moving at full
production speed. PNP Light-on/Dark-on 40...150 mm q BKT 6K-001-P-S75 BKT 6K-001-P-02
NPN Light-on/Dark-on 40...150 mm w BKT 6K-001-N-S75 BKT 6K-001-N-02
Features Contents
Supply Voltage UB 10...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc
Selection
– Simple one button or Voltage Drop Ud at Ie ≤ 2.4 V ≤ 2.4 V Guide
remote teach-in Rated Isolation Voltage Ui 250 Vac 250 Vac
Applications
– Dynamic teach-in Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA 100 mA
learns applications on Current Consumption lo (no load) ≤ 30 mA ≤ 30 mA Tubular

the fly Protected Against Polarity Reversal yes yes Block

– Precision laser Short Circuit Protected yes yes Distance
emission aids alignment Permissible Capacitance 0.1 µF 0.1 µF Measurement
On/Off Delay 0.5 ms 0.5 ms (Analog)
– Fast response time
– Programmable light/ Switching Frequency 1000 Hz 1000 Hz Slot & Angle
dark selection Utilization Category DC 13 DC 13 Fiber Optics
– Long range mark Output PNP/NPN PNP/NPN
Output Function Full Color
detection up to 150 mm Light-on/Dark-on selectable Light-on/Dark-on selectable Detection
– PNP or NPN versions Permissible Ambient Light 5000 Lux 5000 Lux
Sensitivity/Range Adjustment Color Mark
– Cable or M8 Connector Teach-in Teach-in (Contrast)
Function Indicator (receiver sees light) Yellow LED Yellow LED Detection
Applications Operating/Contamination Indicator Green LED Green LED Luminescence
Operating Temperature Range -20...+60°C -20...+60°C (UV) Detection
– Registration marks in Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67 Optical
packaging Insulation Class Windows
applications Laser Protection Class 2 2 Dimensional
– Standard energetic Housing Material ABS impact resistant ABS impact resistant Light Grids
diffuse applications Material of Sensing Face PMMA PMMA
– Print centering on Connection M8 4-pin connector 2 m cable, PVC
packages No. of Wires × Gauge 4 x 26 AWG
– Positioning based on Recommended connector C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
detected contrast Weight 40 g 120 g
– Small object detection Emitter Type Laser light red 650 nm Laser light red 650 nm
Light Spot Diameter 0.7 mm at focal point (85 mm ± 15 mm) 0.7 mm at focal point (85 mm ± 15 mm)
Hysteresis (18 %/18 %) < 5% < 5%
Gray Value Shift (90 %/18 %) < 7% < 7%

Wiring Diagrams
PNP
6 Connectors

!
7 Accessories

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BKT 21M Series Color Mark
Body Style Mid-size block
Type Straight optics

Color Mark (Contrast)

PNP NO+NC Light-on 19 mm + 2 mm ! BKT 21M-002-P-S4
NPN NO+NC Light-on 19 mm + 2 mm @ BKT 21M-002-N-S4

Supply Voltage UB 10...30 Vdc

Ripple ≤ 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at le ≤2V
Rated Output Current le 100 mA
Current Consumption lo (no load) ≤ 35 mA
Utilization Category (IED 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source White LED 400 nm to 700 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 10000 Lux
Output Indicator Yellow LED
Stability Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency 5 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) ≤ 100 µs
Operating Temperature Range -25° C to +55° C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection yes
Overload Protection yes
Housing Material GD-Zn/Al Metal
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+25° C
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 80 g

Wiring Diagrams Function Diagram Display and Operating Elements

1 2 3
PNP relative sensitivity
+UB
!
ext. Teach-in

0V
NPN
@ +UB
ext. Teach-in
1. Output LED
2. Stability LED
0V 3. SET pushbutton

sensing range

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 Color Mark Photoelectric
Sensors BKT M Series

Photoelectric
BKT Series Color Mark
Detection (Contrast)
Sensors

The BKT series is family of provided on the device. This Features Applications
advanced microprocessor- makes setting easy, even when
based contrast detection the mark reader is unattainable – Automatic set-up with two – Registration marks in
sensors designed to solve the by the operator. By setting the pushbuttons packaging applications
most difficult color and sensor’s internal dipswitches, – Extremely fast response – Print centering on
registration mark the two wires can also be used time packages
applications. A simple two- to select four different contrast – Automatic selection of red/ – Positioning based on
button set-up procedure to types remotely. This permits green emission detected contrast
teach the mark and the quick modification of the – Automatic light/dark – Small object detection
background is coupled with configuration of the device in selection
the ability to store up to four situations where the contrast – Straight or 900 optics for
settings at a time. The to be detected changes simplified mounting
correct light source emission
of red LED or green LED can
frequently. To further simplify
the setup, two LED’s provide
information on the device’s
– Selectable pulse-stretching
output delay 2
be selected and stored in the – Sensing distances up to Contents
EEPROM. By pressing the operating state. 60mm using special lens
Selection
“MARK” key and then the – Universal PNP/NPN output Guide
“BKGD” key, the sensor can The BKT mark reader series is – Analog output proportional
available with objective Applications
evaluate the best technical to detected contrast
application conditions to versions and 9 or 18 mm lens – Remote teach or selection Tubular
auto-configure parameters, options. Connection can be of four different pre-stored Block
providing maximum operating made through a cable or M12 contrast settings
Distance
performance. During this connector with 3 positions, – Settings are stored in Measurement
phase, the color mark sensor allowing adaptation of the EEPROM for error-free (Analog)
supplies the optimal threshold sensor to the various mounting operation Slot & Angle
level and the output pulse, requirements of automatic – Rugged metal housing
Fiber Optics
and it selects the best machines. All versions of the – Rotatable three-position
emission LED for detecting BKT include an analog output – M12 connection Full Color
Detection
contrasts. capable of providing a signal in
the setup phase proportional Color Mark
(Contrast)
The two available models to the detected contrast. The Detection
allow remote control through IP67 protected metal housing
Luminescence
two wires, which duplicate makes it suitable for harsh (UV) Detection
the functions of the keys industrial environments.
Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BKT M Series Color Mark
Body Style Large block Large block
Type Configurable optics Configurable optics

Advanced Color Mark (Contrast)

9 mm Light-on/Dark-on, NO, Red/green light Spot: BKT M-15-U-S4 BKT M-11-U-03
9 mm Light-on/Dark-on, NO, Red/green light Spot: BKT M-15L-U-S4 BKT M-11L-U-03
9 mm Light-on/Dark-on, NO, White light Spot: Circular BKT M-15C-U-S4 BKT M-71-U-03
Fiber optic ready, Light-on/Dark-on, NO, Red/green light Spot: Fiber BKT M-52-U-03

Supply Voltage UB 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2 V PNP/ < 1 V NPN
Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA
Current Consumption IO (no load) < 80 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source Red (635 nm), Green (565 nm), Blue (475 nm), White Light LED 400…700 nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 3000 Lux artificial light 10000 Lux sunlight
Output Indicator Red LED
Ready Indicator Green LED
Switching Frequency BKT M-15C-U-S4 20 kHz
All others 10 kHz
Response Time BKT M-15C-U-S4 < 25 µs
(On/Off Delay) All others < 50 µs
Timing Function Selectable On/Off 20 ms miniumum on output
Ouputs PNP/NPN Selectable (Rpull-down/up 10kW) PNP default
Analog 0…5.5 Vdc 2.2 kW output resistance (2 Vdc on white 90%)
Operating Temperature Range -100 C to +550 C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection yes
Overload Protection yes
Housing Material ZAMA diecast zinc
Sensing Face Material Glass
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250
Connection M12 4-pin connector 6 x 22 AWG shielded cable
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050MS
Weight 310 g 450 g

PNP/NPN Selectable- PNP Default

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 Color Mark Photoelectric
Sensors
BKT M
Technical Data

Photoelectric
Accessories (See page 7.31)
Lens A 9 mm sensing, 5 mm spot BKT M-PK-2
Lens B 18 mm sensing, 7 mm spot BKT M-PK-1
Lens C 28 mm sensing, 10 mm spot BKT M-PK-3
Lens D 50 mm sensing, 12 mm spot BKT M-PK-5
Fine Focusing Lens (Use with 9 mm lens) 9 mm sensing, 1 mm spot BKT M-PK-4
Diffuse Fiber Optic Cable 1 m 3 mm sensing BFO KTS-XBH-MZG-00-1

A 9 mm lens D 50 mm lens
%
100 9mm lens 50mm lens
Relative sensitivity (%)

Relative sensitivity (%)

100

80 80

60 60

2
40 40

20 20
mm
mm
0 0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 Contents

Selection
Guide

Applications
B 18 mm lens Diffuse Optic Fibers
Tubular
%
100
Block
18mm lens
Relative sensitivity (%)

Relative sensitivity (%) 100 Proximity op

80
fibers Distance
Measurement
60 (Analog)
40 Slot & Angle
20 Fiber Optics
mm
mm
0 0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 Full Color
0 3 6 9 12 Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection
C 28 mm lens Wiring Diagrams Luminescence
(UV) Detection
BKT M-71 M-52/M-11 Cable
%
28mm lens Optical
Relative sensitivity (%)

100
PNP/NPN Windows
80 Analog Output
Dimensional
60 Light Grids
40

20 BKT M-15... Connector

mm
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 PNP/NPN
Analog Output

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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 Photoelectric
Sensors
BGL 21 Series
with Teach-in Color Mark
BGL 21 Advanced Series Body Style Slot sensor
Slot Sensors Type Straight optics, 2 mm gap
The BGL 21 advanced series is
designed to solve difficult
contrast mark applications with
a microprocessor based set-up
and an EEPROM to store
settings. Using a single push
button, the BGL 21 stores
information about the contrast
mark, background, and
sensitivity settings. It will even
select the color of the emission
source (Red LED or Green LED),
and store all the settings in the
EEPROM for error-free
operation. The BGL 21 offers
extremely fast switching speeds
up to 15 kHz in a rugged metal
housing along with a small,
controlled 2 mm sensing gap. Typical targets Visible Red/Visible Green BGL 21-AH
Dark targets IR BGL 21-AR
Translucent targets IR (Low hysteresis) BGL 21-AV
Features Translucent targets IR BGL 21-AS

– Automatic set-up with single Supply Voltage UB 10...30 Vdc

pushbutton Voltage Drop Ud at le 1.2 V
– Extremely fast response time Rated Isolation Voltage Ui 75 V
– 2 mm sensing gap Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
– Universal PNP/NPN output Current Consumption IO (no load) 55 mA
– Setting are stored in EEPROM Short-Circuit Protected yes
for error-free operation Permissible Capacitance 1 µF
– Rugged metal housing On/Off delay 66 µs 33 µs
– Rotatable M8 connection Switching Frequency 7.5 KHz (AH, AR, AV) 15 KHz (AS)
Utilization Category DC 13
Output PNP/NPN on separate pins
Applications Output Function Light-on/Dark-on automatically switched
Permissible Ambient Light 3000 Lux artificial light/10,000 Lux sunlight
– Recognizing colored markings Sensitivity Adjustment Auto set (teach-in)
on transparent carrier material Output Function Indication Yellow LED
– Label detection Operating/Error Indication Red/Green LED
– Guide control on tracks Operating Temperature Range 0...55° C
– Tape break control Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65
– Thread tear/slack monitoring Housing Material Anodized aluminum
– Hole checking in thin materials Material of Sensing Face Glass
Emitter Light Source (AH) Visible Red (635 nm) and Visible Green (835 nm)
Emitter Light Source (AR, AV, AS) Infrared (880 nm)
Max. Object Width 1.5 mm
Min. Object Width 1 mm
Connection M8 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Weight 100 g

Connector orientation

Wiring Diagram

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 Luminescence

Luminescence Photoelectric
Sensors
Sensors
Contents
Luminescence (UV) Sensors

Photoelectric
Luminescence or UV sensors can see
invisible marks that do not appear to the
naked eye without a black light. They are
typically used to detect luminescent
plastic safety seals on bottles and the
presence of luminescent glue on boxes.
They can even be used to detect the
presence of grease in a bearing if
luminescent material is part of the grease
composition.

2.164 BLT 18KF

2.165 BLT 21M
2.166 BLT M

2
2.167 BLT 31M NEW

Contents

Selection
Guide

Applications

Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

o Product
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Index

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 Photoelectric
Sensors BLT 18KF Series Luminescence
Body Style Combination 18 mm threaded Combination 18 mm threaded
Type Straight optics Straight optics

14

14
M18x1 M18x1

24 24

X
X

43
43

Y
Y

25
25
Sn Sn

x y O3.8 O3.8

10
14.5
Sn Sn
L1 34 67 LED LED

Luminescence Detection (UV)

PNP NO+NC Light-on 8...20 mm ! BLT 18KF-001-P-S4 BLT 18KF-001-P-02
NPN NO+NC Light-on 8...20 mm @ BLT 18KF-001-N-S4 BLT 18KF-001-N-02

Supply Voltage UB 10…30 Vdc

Ripple < 10%
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA
Current Consumption IO (no Load) < 30 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
Emitter Light Source UV 370 nm
Light Spot Diameter 3 mm @ 20 mm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 5000 Lux
Output Indicator Yellow LED
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED
Switching Frequency 1 kHz
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 0.5 ms
Operating Temperature Range -250 C to +550 C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
Short Circuit Protection Yes
Overload Protection Yes
Housing Material PBT
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250 C
Connection M12 4-pin connector Cable 2 m, PVC, 4 x 26 AWG
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 25 g 75 g

Wiring Diagrams Detection Diagram

PNP NO+NC Sensitivity/Operating Distance
!
%
100
Relative Sensitivity

80

NPN NO+NC 60
@
40

20

0 mm
0 10 20 30 40

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 Luminescence Photoelectric
Sensors BLT 21M Series

Body Style Mid-size block

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics

W
NE

M4, 4 mm

2
Contents
Luminescence Detection (UV)
Selection
PNP NO+NC Light-on 0...40 mm ! BLT 21M-001-P-S4 Guide
NPN NO+NC Light-on 0...40 mm @ BLT 21M-001-N-S4
Applications

Supply Voltage UB 10…30 Vdc Tubular

Ripple < 10% Block
Voltage Drop Ud at Ie <2V
Distance
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA Measurement
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 35 mA (Analog)
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 Slot & Angle
Emitter Light Source UV 370 nm
Fiber Optics
Light Spot Diameter 3 mm @ 20 mm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 10000 Lux Full Color
Detection
Output Indicator Yellow LED
Stability/Error Indicator Green/Red LED Color Mark
(Contrast)
Switching Frequency 2 kHz Detection
Response Time (On/Off Delay) < 100 µs
Luminescence
Operating Temperature Range -250 C to +550 C (UV) Detection
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Optical
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 Windows
Short Circuit Protection Yes Dimensional
Overload Protection Yes Light Grids
Housing Material GD-Zn/Al Metal
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250 C
Connection M12 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
Weight 80 g

Wiring Diagrams Display and Operating Elements Detection Diagram

!
PNP NO+NC 1 2 3
relative sensitivity 6 Connectors

NPN NO+NC
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 Photoelectric
Sensors BLT M Series Luminescence
BLT M & BLT 31M Body Style Large block Large block
BLT M Series Type Configurable optics Configurable optics
Luminescence
sensors utilize the cover
beam exit
latest UV LED position configurable

technology to solve
the most difficult
invisible mark
applications. Both
sensors offer
advanced setup 3 positions
features and analog
output signals
proportional to the
amount of
luminescent material
used in the mark.

Features
Advanced Luminescence Sensor
– UV source: LED Light-on/Dark-on, NO 9 mm -– Normal Sensitivity !@ BLT M-15-U-S4 BLT M-11-U-C-03
100,000 hour life Light-on/Dark-on, NO 28 mm — High Power @ BLT M-55-U-S4
– Long sensing
distance (up to 50 Supply Voltage UB 10…30 Vdc
mm - BLT M, up to Ripple < 10%
300 mm - BLT Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 2 V PNP/ < 1 V NPN
31M) Rated Output Current Ie 200 mA
– Push-button setting Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 80 mA
– Light-on/dark-on Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13
selectable Emitter Light Source UV 370 nm
– Time delay setting Refernce object for sensing distance Paper with Low grade 5 flourescent
– PNP or NPN Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 3000 Lux artificial Light 10000 Lux sunlight
selectable Output Indicator Red LED
– Analog output Ready Indicator Green LED
standard High Power 2 kHz
Switching Frequency
– Button lockout Normal Sensitivity 1 kHz
– Metal housing Response Time High Power < 250 ms
– Fiber optic cable (On/Off Delay) Normal Sensitivity < 500 ms
available (BLT 31M) Timing Function Selectable On/Off 20 ms minimum on output
Ouput PNP/NPN Selectable PNP default
Applications Analog 0…7 Vdc
Operating Temperature Range -100 C to +550 C
– Logistics (marking, Electrical Shock Protection Class 1
selecting) Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67
– Assembly (guiding, Short Circuit Protection Yes
monitoring, sorting) Overload Protection Yes
– Packaging Housing Material ZAMA diecast zinc
machines (to Lens Material Glass
monitor cutting, Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Ta=+250 C
folding) Connection M12 4-pin connector 6x 22 awg shielded cable
– Ceramics (parts Recommended Connector C04 AEL-00-VY-050M
positioning) Weight 310 g 450 g
– Wood industry
(controlling the glue Note: The BLT M can be used with additional
bead) lenses or fiber optic cables. See page 2.168
– Pharmaceuticals for more details.
(control tasks in the
manufacturing
process) q = Number indicates wiring diagrams
– Textiles (cut guiding) See page 2.168 for diagrams
– Foods industry

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Luminescence Photoelectric
Sensors BLT 31M Series

Body Style Mid-size block Mid-size block

Photoelectric
Type Straight optics Straight optics

W
NE 71.1
52.6 9.5 Ø20.3

50.8
12.7 8-32 UNC .26

58.4

27.2
23.4
5.6

15.9
24.1 Ø4.3 5.1
54.4
57.7

Advanced Luminescence Sensor 2

Analog Output, PNP/NPN, NO/NC 100 mm # BLT 31M-001-U-S92 Contents
Analog Output, PNP/NPN, NO/NC 300 mm # BLT 31M-002-U-S92
Selection
Guide
Supply Voltage UB 10…24 Vdc 10…24 Vdc
Applications
Ripple <10% <10%
Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA 100 mA Tubular
Current Consumption Io (no load) < 60 mA < 60 mA Block
Emitter Light Source UV 370 nm UV 370 nm Distance
LED Intensity 3 levels (low, medium and high) 3 levels (low, medium and high) Measurement
(Analog)
Light Spot Diameter 5 mm @ 100 mm 16 mm @ 300 mm
Power Indicator 7 segment display indicator 7 segment display indicator Slot & Angle
Relative Intensity Indication 00…50 00…50 Fiber Optics
Output Indicator Red LED Red LED
Full Color
Programming Indicator Green LED Green LED Detection
LED Switching Frequency 6 kHz 6 kHz
Color Mark
Response Time (on/off delay) <150 µs <150 µs (Contrast)
Outputs Digital Auto-Detect PNP/NPN Auto-Detect PNP/NPN Detection
Analog 0-5 Vdc 0-5 Vdc Luminescence
Output Function NO/NC selectable NO/NC selectable (UV) Detection
Output Pulse Stretch 0…90 ms (10 steps) 0…90 ms (10 steps) Optical
Windows
Sensitivity 2 Levels 2 Levels
Hysteresis Programmable (10 steps) Programmable (10 steps) Dimensional
Light Grids
Operating Temperature Range -20º C…+55º C -20º C…+55º C
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 67 IP 67
Short circuit Protection Yes Yes
Overload Protection Yes Yes
Housing Material Metal alloy Metal alloy
Lens Material Glass Glass
Emitter Life 100,000 hours 100,000 hours
Connection M12 5-pin connector M12 5-pin connector
Recommended Connector C04 AEQ-00-VY-050MS C04 AEQ-00-VY-050MS

6
Weight 95 g 95 g
q = Number indicates wiring diagram See page 2.168 for diagrams Connectors

Light Spot Diameter with Standard Lens

BLT 31M-001-U-S92 BLT 31M-002-U-S92
Light Spot Diameter with 50 mm Lens (BLT 31M-PK-1)
BLT 31M-001-U-S92 BLT 31M-002-U-S92
7 Accessories

Sensing Distance
20 mm 18 mm
Spot Size
18 mm
Sensing Distance
20 mm 8 mm
Spot Size
8 mm o Product
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100 mm 5 mm 5 mm 50 mm 4 mm 4 mm Reference

150 mm
200 mm
4 mm
8 mm
75 mm
100 mm
8 mm
13 mm
8 mm
13 mm p Part
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300 mm
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BLT M
Technical Data Luminescence
Accessories (See Section 7)
Lens - for BLT M 9 mm sensing, 5 mm spot BKT M-PK-2
Lens - for BLT M 18 mm sensing, 7 mm spot BKT M-PK-1
Lens - for BLT M 28 mm sensing, 10 mm spot BKT M-PK-3
Lens - for BLT M 50 mm sensing, 12 mm spot BKT M-PK-5
Fine Focusing Lens - for BLT M 9 mm sensing, 1 mm spot BKT M-PK-4
Fiber Optic Cable - for BLT M (Saline Solution in PET sheath) 30 mm sensing, 500 mm long BFO LTS-XXX-TAF-00-0.5
Fiber Optic Cable - for BLT M (Saline Solution in PET sheath) 30 mm sensing, 1 m long cable BFO LTS-XXX-TAF-00-1
Focusing Lens for Saline Fiber - for BLT M 5 mm spot @ 15 mm BFO 07-FL-3
Focusing Lens - for BLT 31M See chart with BLT 31 M BLT 31M-PK-1

BLT M Sensitivity Curves

9 mm & 18 mm Lens -- Normal Sensitivity 30 mm Lens -- Normal Sensitivity

9 mm lens %
18 mm lens
100
relative sensitivity (%)

80

60

40

20

working distance (mm) 0 mm

0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50

30 mm Lens -- High Power 60 mm Lens -- High Power

% %
100 100

80 80

60 60

40 40

20 20

0 mm 0 mm
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80

BLT with Saline Fiber Wiring Diagrams

mm BLT M-11... BLT 31M
20 ! #
15 PNP/NPN
10 Analog
5
0 mm
-5 5 10 15 20 25 30
-10
BLT M15/M55
-15
-20 @ PNP/NPN
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Windows Photoelectric
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Optical Windows
Contents

Optical Windows

Photoelectric
Balluff’s dynamic optical windows provide a
unique solution for counting parts ejecting from
a machine in a random orientation, such as
parts coming out of stamping presses, air
feeders, and vibratory or manual feeders.
Typical photoelectric sensors are not able to
detect parts which vary in orientation and
distance from the sensor, but dynamic optical
windows are immune from these limitations.
The rugged metal design features an array of
emitters and receivers arranged in a thru-beam
configuration to detect any part that breaks
the beams of light.

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Contents

Selection
Guide

Applications

Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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Photoelectric
Sensors
Fixed Size
Dynamic Output Windows
Features Series Optical Windows
Dynamic Output Only
– Three fixed sizes to Active Area 40 x 80 mm
save you time and
money
– Detect targets as small
as 0.76 mm
– Dynamic outputs detect
only moving targets
– Sensitivity adjustment to
distinguish between
small and large targets
– Duration adjustment for
non-symmetrical targets
and/or large targets
– Rugged metal housing
withstands abuse
– M8 connection for
error-free wiring

Applications

– Part counting PNP 40 mm x 80 mm Min target size: 0.8 mm BOWA 0408-PS-C-S49

– Part ejection detection NPN 40 mm x 80 mm Min target size: 0.8 mm BOWA 0408-NS-C-S49
– Unwinding/winding PNP 80 mm x 80 mm Min target size: 1 mm
detection NPN 80 mm x 80 mm Min target size: 1 mm
– Air bubbles in clear tubing PNP 120 mm x 80 mm Min target size: 1.5 mm
NPN 120 mm x 80 mm Min target size:1.5 mm

Supply Voltage 10...30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie 2.0 V (NPN), 2.5 V (PNP)
Current Consumption IO (no Load) 100 mA
Output Type PNP or NPN
Output Function Dark operate, dynamic
Rated Output Current 200 mA
Response Time 200 µs 3...100 Hz
Pulse Stretching 10 ms to 300 ms (adjustable)
Protections Short-circuit, polarity reversal
Sensitivity Adjustment Single-turn potentiometer
LED Indicators Red output, Green power
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm
Operating Temperature Range -10° C to +55° C
Storage Temperature -30° C to +70° C
Degree of Protection per IEC 529 IP 65
Housing Material Anodized aluminum
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Connection M8 3-pin connector
Recommended Connector C49 ANE-00-VY-050M
Warning! These optical windows must NOT be used for personal safety applications.

Wiring Diagrams

Ordering Code

BOWA XX YY - PS - C - S49
Height in cm Width in cm
04, 08, 12 08

XX = Sensing Area
YY = Sensing Face (Emitter/Receiver)

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Windows Photoelectric
Sensors
Fixed Size
Dynamic Output
Dynamic Optical Windows Dynamic Optical Windows

Photoelectric
Dynamic Output Only Dynamic Output Only
80 x 80 mm 120 x 80 mm

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Selection
Guide

Applications

BOWA 0808-PS-C-S49 Tubular

BOWA 0808-NS-C-S49 Block
BOWA 1208-PS-C-S49
Distance
BOWA 1208-NS-C-S49 Measurement
(Analog)
10...30 Vdc 10...30 Vdc Slot & Angle
2.0 V (NPN), 2.5 V (PNP) 2.0 V (NPN), 2.5 V (PNP)
Fiber Optics
100 mA 100 mA
PNP or NPN PNP or NPN Full Color
Detection
Dark operate, dynamic Dark operate, dynamic
200 mA 200 mA Color Mark
(Contrast)
200 µs 3...100 Hz 200 µs 3...100 Hz Detection
10 ms to 300 ms (adjustable) 10 ms to 300 ms (adjustable)
Luminescence
Short circuit, polarity reversal Short circuit, polarity reversal (UV) Detection
Single-turn potentiometer Single-turn potentiometer
Optical
Red output, Green power Red output, Green power Windows
Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Dimensional
-10° C to +55° C -10° C to +55° C Light Grids
-30° C to +70° C -30° C to +70° C
IP 65 IP 65
Anodized aluminum Anodized aluminum
PMMA PMMA
M8 3-pin connector M8 3-pin connector
C49 ANE-00-VY-050M C49 ANE-00-VY-050M

Warning! These optical windows must NOT be used for personal safety applications.

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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Photoelectric
Sensors
Configurable Size
Dynamic and Static Output Windows
Series Optical Windows
Static and Dynamic Outputs
Active Area 40 x 40 mm to 400 x 400 mm, See chart below

* Dimension will be 40mm for BOWA 0404...

Ordering code
PNP BOWA _ _ _ _-PU-C-S75
NPN BOWA _ _ _ _-NU-C-S75

Supply Voltage 15...30 Vdc

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie 3.0 V
Current Consumption IO (no Load) Depends on size, 750 mA maximum
Output Type PNP or NPN
Output Function Dynamic and static, Lt./Dk. selectable (power supply wiring)
Rated Output Current 200 mA
Response time (static output) 1s
Response time (dynamic output) 200 µs
Pulse Stretching (dynamic output) 10 ms to 300 ms (adjustable)
Protections Short circuit, polarity reversal
Sensitivity Adjustment Single-turn potentiometer
LED Indicators Red dynamic output, Red static output, Green power
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm
Operating Temperature Range -10° C to +55° C
Storage Temperature -30° C to +70° C
Degree of Protection per IEC 529 IP 65
Housing Material Anodized aluminum
Sensing Face Material PMMA
Connection M8 4-pin connector
Recommended Connector C75 ANL-00-VY-050M
Warning! These optical windows must NOT be used for personal safety applications.

Example ordering code Ordering Code:

BOWA 2016-PU-C-S75 BOWA-_

X X_ Y_ Y_-PU-C-S75
Optical window with 200mm x Width in cm.
04, 08, 12, 16 Min. target size (mm)
160mm opening, PNP output,
20, 24, 28, 32 Height in cm. Dynamic Static
minimum object size of 2.4mm
36, 40 04 2.0 2.0
BOWA 1620-NU-C-S75 XX=Sensing Face (Emitter/Receiver) 08 2.0 3.0
Optical window with 160mm x YY=Sensing Area 12 2.0 3.5
16 2.0 4.0
200mm opening, NPN output,
20 2.0 4.0
minimum object size of 2.8mm 24 2.4 5.0
28 2.8 7.0
Excluded sizes: 32 3.2 10.0
BOWA - 0420 36 4.0 15.0
BOWA - 0440 40 5.0 20.0

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Windows Photoelectric
Sensors
Configurable Size
Dynamic and Static Output

Photoelectric
Wiring Diagrams

Dynamic Output Operation

The Dynamic output of a BOWA window sensor will „turn-on“ with detection of
movement of an object into the sensing area, based on the setting of the
Sensitivity potentiometer. This output will remain on for a user-selected period
of time set by the Signal Duration potentiometer. The output will then “turn-off” 2
until the next transition of an object entering the sensing area is seen. Contents

Selection
Static Output Operation Guide

Applications
The Static output of a BOWA window sensor turns on with the detection of an
object in the sensing area. This output will remain on for as long as the object Tubular
remains in the sensing area and 1 second after the object is removed. Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Differentiation using pulse stretching Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics
If non-symmetrical objects such as the resistor shown in the diagram below
need to be counted, then suitable selection of pulse stretching ensures Full Color
Detection
counting of that object only once, regardless of its orientation. The following
examples of a resistor illustrates this point. In the example, on the right the Color Mark
(Contrast)
signal duration is too short, the second end of the wire triggers a double Detection
(count) impulse. Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
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Sensors
Light Grids
Contents
Dimensional Light Grids

Photoelectric
Dimensional light grids offer an economical
solution to larger part detection or sizing.
Completely self-contained with no separate
controller, dimensional light grids are available
with 0…10 V DC analog out and a PNP
switching output. Set-up consists of simple
mounting and alignment, with no pushbuttons,
dip switches, or potentiometers to adjust.

— Emitter-Receiver separation
- 150 mm to 2.1 m
— Sensing height
- 100 mm
- 150 mm
- 300 mm
— Output
- 0 to 10 Vdc analog output 2
- PNP discrete output Contents
— No set-up required
Selection
Guide
2.176 BLG Light Grids Applications

Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
(Analog)
Slot & Angle

Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Luminescence
(UV) Detection

Optical
Windows

Dimensional
Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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Sensors BLG Light Grids Light Grids
Series BLG BLG BLG
Sensing Height 100 mm 150 mm 300 mm

150 mm to 2.1 m Sensing Distance

PNP, Dark-on, NO + 0…10 Vdc Analog Standard Res. 7 mm BLG 1-010-210-070-PV01-SX BLG 1-015-210-070-PV01-SX BLG 1-030-210-070-PV01-SX
PNP, Dark-on, NO + 0…10 Vdc Analog High Res. 5 mm BLG 1-010-210-050-PV01-SX BLG 1-015-210-050-PV01-SX

Supply Voltage 24 Vdc +15% 24 Vdc +15% 24 Vdc +15%

Voltage Drop Ud at Ie < 1.5 V < 1.5 V < 1.5 V
Analog Output 0…10 Vdc 0…10 Vdc 0…10 Vdc
Discrete Rated Output Current Ie 100 mA 100 mA 100 mA
< 150 mA < 150 mA < 150 mA
Current Consumption IO (No Load) < 50 mA < 50 mA < 50 mA
Utilization Category (IEC 60-947-4-1) Output Duty Cycle DC 13 DC 13 DC 13
Emitter Light Source Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880 nm Infrared 880nm
Ambient Light Immunity (EN 60947-5-2) 10000 Lux 10000 Lux 10000 Lux
Output Orange LED Orange LED Orange LED
Display/LED
Power Green LED Green LED Green LED
Response Time (On/Off Delay) See Table See Table See Table
Operating Temperature Range 00 C to +550 C 00 C to +550 C 00 C to +550 C
Electrical Shock Protection Class 2 Class 2 Class 2
Degree of Protection per IEC 60529 IP 65 IP 65 IP 65
Short Circuit Protection Yes Yes Yes
Housing Material Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
Sensing Face Material PMMA PMMA PMMA
Emitter Life Average 100,000 hr with Average 100,000 hr with Average 100,000 hr with
Ta=+250 C Ta=+250 C Ta=+250 C
Connection M12 4- and 5-pin connector M12 4- and 5-pin connector M12 4- and 5-pin connector
Recommended Connectors Emitter C04 ANL-00-PB-050MS C04 ANL-00-PB-050MS C04 ANL-00-PB-050MS
Receiver C04 ANQ-00-VB-050MS C04 ANQ-00-VB-050MS C04 ANQ-00-VB-050MS
Weight (Pair) 100 mm 300 g
150 mm 340 g
300 mm 510 g

Warning! These light grids must NOT be used for personal safety applications.

BLG Length Chart

L1 (mm) L2 (mm)
BLG 010A 149.8 107
BLG 015A 199.8 157
BLG 030A 349.8 307

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BLG Light Grids
Technical Data

Photoelectric
Technical Characteristics
Part # Sensing Distance Sensing Height Number of Minimum Analog Output Response
(Sn) (SH) Beams Resolution Sensitivity Time
BLG 1-010-210-070-PV01-SX 150 mm to 2.1 m 100 mm 16 7 mm 0.63 V 1 ms
BLG 1-010-210-050-PV01-SX 150 mm to 2.1 m 100 mm 32 5 mm 0.31 V 2 ms
BLG 1-015-210-070-PV01-SX 150 mm to 2.1 m 150 mm 24 7 mm 0.42 V 1.5 ms
BLG 1-015-210-050-PV01-SX 150 mm to 2.1 m 150 mm 48 5 mm 0.21 V 2.75 ms
BLG 1-030-210-070-PV01-SX 150 mm to 2.1 m 300 mm 48 7 mm 0.21 V 2.75 ms

Functioning and Performances Wiring Diagrams

Receiver

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Selection
Emitter Receiver Guide
Emitter
Applications

Tubular
Block

Distance
Measurement
Note: The sync wire of the receiver (Pin 5) (Analog)
must be connected to the sync wire of Slot & Angle
the emitter (Pin 4) for proper operation.
Fiber Optics

Full Color
Detection

Color Mark
(Contrast)
Detection

Detection Diagram Luminescence

(UV) Detection
150...2.1 m Optical
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Light Grids

6 Connectors

7 Accessories

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BLG Light Grids
Technical Data Light Grids
Diagnostics

Receiver Unit:

Signal State Cause Action

ON Switching output.
Presence of the object
into the controlled area. Normal operation

OFF Switching output.

Controlled area free of
objects. Normal operation
OUT LED

ON Optimal functioning

Fast Blinking Critical alignment of the

unit and/or functioning
close to maximum
operating distance.

Slow Blinking Wrong connections - Verify the output connections

and/or malfunctioning. and any short-circuits
- Switch ON and switch OFF
POWER ON
the device
LED
- If condition persists, consult
factory

OFF Device is not powered. - Verify the connections

- If conditions persist, consult
factory

Emitter Unit:
Signal State Cause Action

ON Normal functioning of
emitter.

Blinking Unit malfunctioning. - Switch ON and switch OFF

the device
- If conditions persist, consult
factory
POWER ON
LED OFF Absence of power - Verify the connections and
and/or synchronism power supply
with receiver. - If conditions persist, consult
factory

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