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Specifications
Mfr. Part #:
BW20-48P
Key Attributes
Model Number: BW20-48P
Product Description

Product Overview

The D-44 BW Series Area Sensor is a high-performance through-beam type sensor designed for long-distance detection up to 7 meters. It offers a wide range of configurations with 22 product types, featuring optical axis pitches of 20mm or 40mm and sensing heights from 120mm to 940mm. The 20mm optical axis pitch minimizes unsensing areas, making it ideal for precise detection. High-brightness LEDs on both the emitter and receiver ensure easy recognition from various angles and distances. The sensor includes advanced functions such as self-diagnosis, mutual interference prevention, and external diagnosis. Its robust IP65 protection structure (IEC standard) makes it suitable for demanding industrial environments.

Product Attributes

  • Brand: Autonics
  • Product Series: BW Series
  • Protection Structure: IP65 (IEC standard)
  • Material: Case: aluminum; Front cover, sensing part: acrylic
  • Approvals:

Technical Specifications

Model Sensing Method Sensing Distance Min. Sensing Target Optical Axis Pitch Number of Optical Axis Sensing Height Response Time Power Supply Current Consumption Operation Mode Control Output Light Source Insulation Resistance Synchronization Type Protection Circuit Interference Protection Noise Immunity Dielectric Strength Vibration Shock Ambient Illumination Ambient Temperature Ambient Humidity Cable Weight (Unit Only)
BW20-(P) Through-beam type 0.1 to 7m Opaque material of min. 30mm 20mm 8 to 48 140 to 940mm Max. 10ms 12-24VDC 10% (ripple P-P: max. 10%) Emitter: max. 120mA, Receiver: max. 120mA Light ON fixed NPN or PNP open collector output Load voltage: max. 30VDC Load current: max. 100mA Residual voltage - NPN: max. 1VDC, PNP: max. 2.5VDC Infrared LED (850nm modulated) Over 20M (at 500VDC megger) Timing method by synchronous line Reverse polarity protection circuit, output short over current protection circuit Interference protection by master/slave function 240V the square wave noise (pulse width 1) by the noise simulator 1,000VAC 50/60Hz for 1 min 1.5mm amplitude at frequency of 10 to 55Hz (for 1 min) in each X, Y, Z direction for 2 hours 500m/s (approx. 50G) in each X, Y, Z direction for 3 times Max. 100,000lx (receiver illumination) -10 to 55, storage: -20 to 60 35 to 85%RH, storage: 35 to 85%RH 5mm, 4-wire, 300mm, M12 connector Approx. 1.4kg
BW40-(P) Opaque material of min. 50mm 40mm 4 to 24 120 to 920mm Approx. 1.4kg
Model Optical axis pitch Number of optical axis Sensing height Weight (Total) Weight (Unit Only)
BW20-48(P) 20mm 48 940mm Approx. 2.1kg Approx. 1.4kg
BW40-24(P) 40mm 24 920mm Approx. 2.1kg Approx. 1.4kg

Features

  • Long sensing distance up to 7m.
  • 22 types of products available (optical axis: 20/40mm, sensing height: 120 to 940mm).
  • Minimizes unsensing area with 20mm optical axis pitch (BW20- models).
  • High brightness LED on emitter and receiver for easy recognition from side, front, and long-distance.
  • Includes self-diagnosis, mutual interference prevention, and external diagnosis functions.
  • Protection structure IP65 (IEC standard).

Ordering Information

BW Cross-beam area sensor

Item Optical axis pitch Number of optical axis Control output
No mark NPN open collector output 04 to 48
P PNP open collector output 4 to 48
20 20mm
40 40mm
BW
BW20
BW40
BW20-08(P) 8
BW40-04(P) 4

Input/Output Circuit and Connections

Wiring Connection

Pin No. Cable color (Emitter) Emitter Cable color (Receiver) Receiver
1 Brown 12-24VDC Brown 12-24VDC
2 White SYNC White SYNC
3 Blue 0V Blue 0V
4 Black TEST (M/S) Black OUT

Operation Indicator

LED color Emitter Receiver Display classification list
Green POWER Light ON
Yellow Stable light ON Light ON
Red TEST (M/S) Unstable Flashing by 0.5 sec or Flashing simultaneously by 0.5 sec

Connections for TEST input

Emitter (black) TEST Receiver (black) OUT
0V OFF (contact relay) ON
ON OFF (contact relay) OFF

MASTER/SLAVE connections

MASTER SLAVE
Emitter Receiver
Cable Cable
Emitter Receiver

Functions

  • Self-diagnosis: Emitter/Receiver monitoring, direct light monitoring, over current monitoring.
  • Interference protection: By master/slave function to prevent sensing errors when using multiple sensors.
  • External diagnosis: When TEST input (black) of emitter is 0V, emitting stops, and the red LED of the emitter flashes, allowing external system confirmation of sensor operation.

Dimensions

Emitter

Model L A, B

BW20-08(P) 160 20

BW20-12(P) 240

BW20-16(P) 320

BW20-20(P) 400

BW20-24(P) 480

BW20-28(P) 560

BW20-32(P) 640

BW20-36(P) 720

BW20-40(P) 800

BW20-44(P) 880

BW20-48(P) 960

Receiver

Model L A, B

BW40-04(P) 160 40

BW40-06(P) 240

BW40-08(P) 320

BW40-10(P) 400

BW40-12(P) 480

BW40-14(P) 560

BW40-16(P) 640

BW40-18(P) 720

BW40-20(P) 800

BW40-22(P) 880

BW40-24(P) 960

Dimensions for Emitter and Receiver are provided in mm, showing 20, 2-R1.7, 16, 50, 25, 2, 2-4.4, 10, 15, 18, 26.6, 28.6, 22.6 for BW20, and 20, 2-R1.7, 19, 50, 32, 2, 2-4.4, 10, 2.3, 10, 15, 28.6, 22.6 for BW40. M12 connector and 5 cable are also indicated.

Proper Usage

  • Follow instructions in 'Proper Usage'.
  • Use 12-24VDC power supply that is insulated and limited voltage/current or Class 2, SELV.
  • Use the product 1 second after supplying power. If using separate power supplies, power the sensor first.
  • When using a switching mode power supply, ground F.G. terminal and connect a condenser between 0V and F.G. terminal to remove noise.
  • When connecting a DC relay or other inductive load, remove surge by using diodes or varistors.
  • Wire as short as possible and keep away from high voltage lines or power lines to prevent surge and inductive noise.
  • Suitable for indoor use (within rated environment conditions), altitude max. 2,000m, pollution degree 2, and installation category II.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Cause Solution
Not operating Power supply Supply the rated power.
Incorrect cable connection or disconnection Check the wiring.
Rated connection failure Use it within rated sensing distance.
Not operating sometimes Pollution by dirt of sensor cover Remove dirt by soft brush or cloth.
Connector connection failure Check the assembled part of the connector.
Control output is OFF even though there is no target object. Out of rated sensing distance Use within the rated sensing distance.
There is an obstacle to cut off the light emitted between emitter and receiver Remove the obstacle.
There is a strong electric wave or noise generated by motor, electric generator, high voltage line etc. Put away the strong electric wave or noise generator.
LED displays for break of light emitting element Break of light emitting element Contact Autonics Corp.
LED displays for failure of emitter Break of light emitting circuit
LED displays for failure of receiver Break of light receiving element
LED displays for synchronous line Synchronous line incorrect connection or disconnection Check the wiring.
Break of synchronous circuit of emitter or receiver Contact Autonics Corp.
LED displays for control output over current Control output line is shorten Check the wiring.
Over load Check the rated load capacity.
LED displays for emitter malfunction Emitter malfunction Treat after checking the emitter display LED.

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