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 (BW20- models) minimizes unsensing areas. Equipped with high-brightness LEDs for easy visibility from multiple angles and distances, this sensor includes self-diagnosis, mutual interference prevention, and external diagnosis functions. Its robust IP65 protection structure ensures reliable operation in demanding environments.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Autonics (implied by product numbering and contact information)
- Protection Structure: IP65 (IEC standard)
- Case Material: Aluminum
- Front Cover/Sensing Part Material: Acrylic
- Cable Connector: M12
- 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 | Protection Circuit | Light Source | Insulation Resistance | Synchronization Type | Interference Protection | Noise Immunity | Dielectric Strength | Vibration | Shock | Ambient Illumination | Ambient Temperature | Ambient Humidity | Weight (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Reverse polarity protection circuit, output short over current protection circuit | Infrared LED (850nm modulated) | Over 20M (at 500VDC megger) | Timing method by synchronous line | 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 | Ambient light: max. 100,000lx (receiver illumination) | -10 to 55, storage: -20 to 60 | 35 to 85%RH, storage: 35 to 85%RH | BW20-48: Approx. 2.1kg (approx. 1.4kg) |
| BW40- (P) | Opaque material of min. 50mm | 40mm | 4 to 24 | 120 to 920mm | BW40-24: Approx. 2.1kg (approx. 1.4kg) |
Dimensions
BW Series (unit: mm)
Emitter/Receiver Dimensions:
- BW20-08(P): L=160mm, A/B=20mm
- BW40-04(P): L=160mm, A/B=40mm
- BW20-12(P): L=240mm
- BW40-06(P): L=240mm
- BW20-16(P): L=320mm
- BW40-08(P): L=320mm
- BW20-20(P): L=400mm
- BW40-10(P): L=400mm
- BW20-24(P): L=480mm
- BW40-12(P): L=480mm
- BW20-28(P): L=560mm
- BW40-14(P): L=560mm
- BW20-32(P): L=640mm
- BW40-16(P): L=640mm
- BW20-36(P): L=720mm
- BW40-18(P): L=720mm
- BW20-40(P): L=800mm
- BW40-20(P): L=800mm
- BW20-44(P): L=880mm
- BW40-22(P): L=880mm
- BW20-48(P): L=960mm
- BW40-24(P): L=960mm
Overall Dimensions (Emitter/Receiver): 20mm diameter, 50mm length (excluding connector), 10mm mounting holes.
Cable: 5mm, 4-wire, 300mm length, M12 connector.
Functions & Features
- Long Sensing Distance: Up to 7m.
- Versatile Configurations: 22 product types with varying optical axis pitch (20/40mm) and sensing heights (120 to 940mm).
- Minimized Unsensing Area: Achieved with 20mm optical axis pitch (BW20- models).
- High Visibility LEDs: Emitter and Receiver feature high-brightness LEDs for clear recognition from side, front, and long distances.
- Integrated Functions: Includes self-diagnosis, mutual interference prevention, and external diagnosis functions.
- Protection Structure: IP65 rated (IEC standard).
- Operation Mode: Light ON fixed.
- Self-Diagnosis: Emitter/Receiver monitoring, direct light monitoring, over current monitoring.
- Interference Protection: Master/slave function for multi-sensor installations.
- External Diagnosis: TEST input allows external system to verify sensor operation by stopping emission.
Wiring & Connections
Input/Output Circuit and Connections
- Power Supply: 12-24VDC 10%
- Control Output: NPN or PNP open collector output (max. 30VDC, max. 100mA)
- Emitter/Receiver Wiring: 4-pin M12 connector (Brown: +V, White: SYNC, Blue: 0V, Black: TEST/OUT)
- Connecting Cable: Sold separately (CID4-3T/5T/7T/10T/15T for Emitter, CID4-3R/5R/7R/10R/15R for Receiver).
- TEST Input: Connecting TEST input (black wire) to 0V stops emission for external diagnosis.
- MASTER/SLAVE Connections: Connect 'TEST (M/S)' of SLAVE emitter to 'SYNC' of MASTER emitter for interference prevention.
Operation Indicator
| Indicator | Color | Emitter Status | Receiver Status | Control Output |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER | Green | Stable ON | - | - |
| Stable light ON | Green | - | Stable ON | ON |
| Unstable light ON | Yellow | - | ON | ON |
| Stable light OFF | Red | - | OFF | OFF |
| TEST (M/S) | Red | Flashing | - | - |
Troubleshooting
| Trouble | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Not operating | Power supply | Supply the rated power. |
| Incorrect cable connection or disconnection | Check the wiring. | |
| Rated connection failure | Use 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 | Contact Autonics Corp. |
| LED displays for failure of receiver | Break of light receiving element | Contact Autonics Corp. |
| 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. |
Proper Usage
- Follow instructions in 'Proper Usage'. Otherwise, it may cause unexpected accidents.
- 12-24VDC power supply should be insulated and limited voltage/current or Class 2, SELV power supply device.
- Use the product, 1 sec after supplying power. When using separate power supply for the sensor and load, supply power to sensor first.
- When using switching mode power supply to supply the power, 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.
- This unit may be used in the following environments: Indoors (in the environment condition rated in 'Specifications') Altitude max. 2,000m Pollution degree 2 Installation category II
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