Installation Instructions
Series 9000 LaserSight Photoelectric Sensors
IMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
Refer to the product catalog pages for additional information.
Description
Specifications 
The LaserSight 9000 is a Class 1 visible red laser sensor designed for the
detection of small parts in the packaging, material handling and
semi-conductor industries. This sensor offers multiple sensing
modes suitable for general purpose detection that can be easily
set up by using the single-turn potentiometer and the highly
visible user interface.
Features
 Small spot size suitable for high precision sensing
 Class 1 visible laser beam for ease of alignment
 Precision long distance object detection in polarized and
transmitted beam sensing modes
 Selectable light operate or dark operate
 Solid-state DC output and SPDT relay output models
 IP69K rated
Certifications
cULus and CE Marked for all applicable
directives
Environmental
Operating Environment
IP69K, NEMA 3, 4X, 6P, IP67 with 1200 psi
washdown
Operating Temperature
[C (F)]
-10+50 (14122)
Vibration
1055Hz, 1 mm amplitude; meets or exceeds
IEC 60947-5-2
Shock
30 g with 11 ms pulse duration, meets or
exceeds IEC 60947-5-2
Relative Humidity
595% (noncondensing)
Ambient Light Immunity
5000 Lux (Incandescent light)
Optical
Description of Laser Class
Class I Laser Product
Complies with 21 CFR
1040.10 and 1040.11
except for deviations
pursuant to Laser
Notice No. 50, dated
June 24, 2007.
CAUTIONDo not
disassemble for
repair
Use of control or adjustments or
performance of procedures other
than those specifie herein may
result in hazardous radiation
exposure. Do NOT attempt to
disassemble this sensor for
repair. A defective unit must be
returned to the manufacturer.
Sensing Modes
Standard Diffuse
Polarized
Retroreflective
Transmitted Beam
Light Source
Sensing Range
Spot Size @
max. distance
1800 mm
(0.0331.5 in.)
2.0 x 3.5 mm
(0.08 x 0.14 in.)
0.340 m
(1130 ft)
20 x 25 mm
(0.79 x 0.98 in.)
300 m (1000 ft)
140 x 175 mm
(5.5 x 6.89 in.)
Visible red laser (650 nm)
Electrical
Voltage
1030V DC, 105132V AC, 70264V AC/DC
Current Consumption
45mA max (DC), 10 mA max (AC/DC),
70 mA max (AC)
Class 1
Sensor Protection
DC: Overload and short circuit, reverse polarity
and false pulse
Lasers that are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of
operation, including the use of optical instruments for intrabeam
viewing.
Outputs
Reference IEC 60825-1:2007.
Class 1 Laser Characteristics
(see specifications)For Safe Laser Use:
 Do not permit a person to stare at the laser from within the
beam.
 Do not point the laser at a person's eye at close range.
 Locate open laser beam paths either above or below eye level,
where practical.
Response Time
0.5 ms (diffuse, polarized retroreflective)
25 ms (SPDT relay) max.
Output Type
PNP and NPN, SPDT EM relay
Output Mode
Light or dark operate selectable
Output Current
250 mA (DC), PNP/NPN 250 mA DC relay: 2 A @
120V AC; 1 A @ 240V AC; 3 A @ 28V DC
Mechanical
Housing Material
Valox
Lens Material
Acrylic
Connector Material
Neoprene
Connection Types
2 m cable, 4-pin DC micro (M12) QD, 4-pin DC
mini
Supplied Accessories
Mounting brackets, cordsets, reflectors
 Refer to product catalog pages for product selection guidelines
(www.ab.com/sensors).
User Interface
Transmitted Beam Models
Light/Dark
Operate Switch
Sensitivity
Adjustment
Red Margin/
SCP Indicator
Green Output
Energized Indicator
Yellow Power
On Indicator
Using a screwdriver, open the top cover of the sensor to access
the user interface panel. This panel contains a single-turn
sensitivity adjustment knob, a two-position mode selector switch,
along with three LED status indicators.
IMPORTANT
Damage to the single-turn sensitivity
adjustment knob may occur if turned
beyond min./max. stop points.
Using a screwdriver, the sensitivity can be increased (clockwise) or
decreased (counterclockwise) to meet the application
requirements. The factory default setting for all versions is
maximum sensitivity.
The LaserSight photoelectric sensor also contains a two-position
selector switch. This switch is used to select either light or dark
operate mode of the sensor. In the light operate mode, the sensor
output will turn ON when the light is being reflected back to the
sensor (reflector for retroreflective, source for transmitted beam
or target for diffuse). In dark operate mode, the sensor output will
turn OFF when no light is being reflected back to it.
After initial sensor configuration, ensure that the
user interface cover is closed tightly to maintain
specified environmental rating!
Status Indicators
Label
Color
Output
Green
Margin
Red
State
Status
OFF
Output de-energized, SCP active
ON
Output energized
OFF
Margin < 2
ON
Margin > 2
Flashing
Power
Yellow
Output SCP active
OFF
Sensor not powered
ON
Sensor powered
Sensor Alignment
The red LED indicator is an alignment aid which indicates that a
margin of 2X has been reached. This means that the sensor is
receiving at least 2 times the signal strength back from the target
needed to trigger an output signal. In general, it is desirable to
have a higher margin to help overcome any deteriorating
environmental conditions, e.g. dust buildup on the sensor's lens.
When aligning the sensor, the best performance can be obtained
if this margin indicator is illuminated with the target in place.
1. Visually align the emitter and receiver units until the green
output LED turns ON (with light-operate mode) or turns OFF
(with dark-operate mode).
2. To ensure that the beam is centered, it is recommended to
sweep the emitter or receiver in the horizontal and vertical
plane and determine at what position the output indicator
turns ON and then turns OFF. Set the sensor midway between
both positions. The red margin LED should also be ON when
the beam is not broken.
Polarized Retroreflective Models
1. Visually align the sensor on the reflector until the green
output LED turns ON (with light-operate mode) or turns OFF
(with dark-operate mode).
2. To ensure that the beam is centered, it is recommended to
sweep the sensor in the horizontal and vertical plane and
determine at what position the output indicator turns ON and
then turns OFF. Set the sensor midway between both
positions.
3. Break the beam with the object to be detected and check if the
output indicator turns ON (dark-operate mode). If this does
not occur, turn down the sensitivity adjustment until it does.
Restore the light beam by removing the object and check if the
output indicator turns OFF again and the red margin LED comes
ON. If this does not occur, increase the size of the reflector or
decrease the distance between the reflector and the reflector.
Diffuse Models
1. Visually align the sensor on the object until the green output
LED turns ON (with light-operate mode) or turns OFF (with darkoperate mode).
2. To ensure that the beam is centered, it is recommended to
sweep the sensor in the horizontal and vertical plane and
determine at what position the output indicator turns ON and
then turns OFF. Set the sensor midway between both positions.
3. Remove the object in front of the sensor and eliminate any
background reflection by turning down the sensitivity
adjustment, if such background exists. Replace the object and
verify that the output LED turns ON and the margin LED is ON.
If the sensor continues to detect background reflections by
turning down the sensitivity, it is recommended to eliminate
these reflections by painting with a nonreflective color or to
replace the sensor with a background suppression, sharp cutoff
diffuse or retroreflective sensing mode sensor.
Mounting the Sensor
IMPORTANT
Securely close and tighten the screw on the
user interface cover. Failure to check for a
properly sealed user interface cover may
result in a malfunction or property damage.
Securely mount the sensor on a firm, stable surface or support. A
mounting which is subject to excessive vibration or shifting may
cause intermittent operation. Adaptors and mounting brackets
are available for a flexible installation. The sensor is supplied with
the hardware kit 129-130 which contains a plastic mounting nut,
lock washer, 2 M5 x 0.8 x 53 screws and nuts.
Once securely mounted, the sensor may be wired as indicated in
the wiring diagrams.
Wiring Diagrams
Quick-disconnect connection is shown in the following diagrams. Pin numbers correspond to male connectors on the sensor.
All Models Except Transmitted Beam Source
Cable Model: 9_ L0
4-pin DC Micro QD Model: 9_ L0-QD
4-pin DC Mini QD Model: 9_ L0-QD1
Brown
White: NPN
Black: PNP
Blue
1 Brown
(+)
2 White: NPN
Load
4 Black: PNP
Load
3 Blue
( -- )
3 Brown
(+)
3
Load
1 Black: PNP
( -- )
(+)
4 White: NPN
Load
Load
2 Blue
1
2
Load
4
3
( -- )
Load can be on either black or white wire to create sourcing or sinking respectively.
Cable Model: 9_ L2
5-pin AC Mini QD Model: 9_ L2-QD
Brown
1 Black (NO)
5 White (NC)
Orange (C)
3 Orange (C)
Blue
Brown
(+)
Blue
( -- )
1
5
2 Blue
Transmitted Beam Source
Cable Model: 42GRL-90_ _
4 Brown
White (NC)
Black (NO)
AC/DC Mini QD Model: 42GRL-90_2-QD
3 Brown
1 Black
4 White
2 Blue
(+)
DC Micro QD Model: 42GRL-90_0-QD
Not Used
1 Brown
2
3
Not Used
( -- )
2 White
1
(+)
Not Used
Not Used
4 Black
3 Blue
2
3
( -- )
1
4
Dimensions [mm (in.)]
55.62
(2.190)
Cable Version
15.24 (0.600)
7.62 (0.300)
20.96
(0.825)
103.63
(4.080)
Max.
Travel
74.93
(2.950)
Ref
Connector Version
Micro Style
Mini Style
42.41
(1.670)
15.87
(0.625)
M30 X 1.5
External
Thread
1/2 NPSM
Internal
Thread
Cable Length
2m (6.5)
16.76 (0.660)
32.66 (1.286)
5.21 (0.205) X 8.13 (0.320)
Slot, 2 PLCS
13.97 (0.550)
5.46
(0.215)
24.69
(0.970)
41.91
(1.650)
40.00
(1.575)
30.35
(1.195)
1/2-20 UNF
2 Keyways
(AC) M12 x 1
1 Keyway (DC)
17.78 (0.700)
Mounting Hole
Centerline
Accessories [mm (in.)]
Swivel/Tilt Mounting Assembly #60-2439
30 mm Hardware Kit 129-130
(supplied with sensor)
M5 x 0.8 x 53
Combination
Screws and Nuts
(Supplied)
Hardware Kit
(Supplied)
28.6
(1.13)
57.15
(2.25)
50.08
(2.0)
7.95
(0.31)
7/8-16UN
1 Keyway
Typical Response Curves
S tandard Diffuse (800 mm)
Beam PatternStandard Diffuse (800 mm)
1000
Beam Diameter (mm)
Operating Margin
100
10
-1
-2
-3
1
(0.04)
10
(0.39)
100
(3.94)
1000
(39.4)
100
(3.94)
200
(7.87)
300
(11.8)
Distance [mm (in.)]
400
(15.7)
500
(19.7)
600
700
(23.6) (27.5)
800
(31.5)
900
(35.4)
1000
(39.4)
Distance [mm (in.)]
Polarized Retroreflective (40 m)
Beam PatternPolarized Retroreflective (40 m)
100
Beam Diameter (mm)
Operating Margin
1.5
10
1
0.5
0
-0.5
-1
-1.5
1
0.1
(0.33)
1
(3.28)
10
(32.8)
-2
0.01
(0.03)
100
(328)
Distance [m (ft)]
0.1
(0.33)
1
(3.28)
10
(32.8)
100
(328)
Distance [m (ft)]
Transmitted Beam (300 m)
Beam PatternTransmitted Beam (300 m)
100
Beam Diameter (mm)
Operating Margin
10
-2
-4
-6
1
0.1
(0.33)
1
(3.28)
10
(32.8)
Distance [m (ft)]
100
(328)
1
(3.28)
10
(32.8)
100
(328)
1000
(3280)
Distance [m (ft)]
PN-81152
10000105748 Ver 01
July 2010