U-GAGE™ S18U Series Sensors with Discrete
Output
Datasheet
18 mm Ultrasonic Sensors with TEACH-mode programming
Power/
Signal Strength
LED
PWR OUT
TEACH
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TEACH/
Output Indicator
LED
TEACH
Push Button
Fast, easy-to-use TEACH-Mode programming; no potentiometer adjustments
Short dead zone
One NPN and one PNP output
Two bi-colored status LEDs
Rugged encapsulated design for harsh environments
Choose 2 meter or 9 meter unterminated cable, or 5-pin Euro-style QD connector
Wide operating range of −20 °C to +60 °C (−4 °F to +140 °F)
Choose either straight or right-angle housing
Temperature compensation
Configurable for normally open or normally closed operation
Fast response time (5 milliseconds)
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to serious injury or
death. This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in personnel safety
applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an energized or de-energized sensor output condition.
Models
Model Number
Cable1
Sensing Range
S18UBA
Supply Voltage
Output
5-wire, 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
S18UBAQ
30 mm to 300 mm
(1.2 in to 11.8 in)
S18UBAR
5-pin Euro style QD
5-wire, 2 m (6.5 ft) cable
S18UBARQ
Housing
Configuration
Straight
10 V dc to 30 V dc
Bipolar NPN/PNP
5-pin Euro style QD
Right-Angle
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Configuration Instructions
Status Indicators
Power On/Off LED State
Indicates
Off
The power is off
On red
The target is weak or is outside of the sensing range
On green
The sensor is operating normally, target is good
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9 m cables are available by adding suffix “W/30” to the model number of any cabled sensor (for example, S18UBA W/30).
A model with a QD connector requires a mating cable.
Original Document
108964 Rev. C
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Output/Teach LED State
Indicates
Off
The target is outside of the window limits (normally open operation)
On yellow
The target is within the window limits (normally open operation)
On red
The sensor is in TEACH mode and is waiting for the first limit
Flashing red
The sensor is in TEACH mode and is waiting for the second limit
Sensor Programming
Use one of two TEACH methods to program the sensor:
• Teach individual minimum and maximum limits
• Use Auto-Window feature to center a sensing window around the taught position
The sensor may be programmed either via its push button, or via a remote switch. Remote programming also may be used to disable the
push button, preventing unauthorized personnel from adjusting the programming settings. To access this feature, connect the gray wire of
the sensor to 0 V dc to 2 V dc, with a remote programming switch between the sensor and the voltage.
NOTE: The impedance of the Remote Teach input is 12 kΩ.
Programming is accomplished by following the sequence of input pulses. The duration of each pulse (corresponding to a push button “click”),
and the period between multiple pulses, are defined as “T”: 0.04 seconds < T < 0.8 seconds.
Maximum
Operating
Range
Target
Far
Setpoint
Target
Target
Near
Setpoint
Target
Dead Zone
Minimum
Operating
Range
Power Output
Power
Output
Power Output
ON:
Green
ON:
Green
ON:
Yellow
ON:
Green
OFF
OFF
Power Output
ON:
Red
OFF
Figure 1. TEACH Interface
Teach Minimum and Maximum Limits
NOTE:
• The sensor returns to Run mode if the first Teach condition is not registered within 120 seconds
• After the first limit is taught, the sensor remains in Program mode until the Teach sequence is finished
• To exit Program mode without saving any changes, press and hold the programming push button > 2 seconds
(before teaching the second limit). The sensor reverts to the last saved limits
Normally Open Operation
Minimum
Limit
Output OFF
Maximum
Limit
Output ON
Output OFF
Normally Closed Operation
Minimum
Limit
Output ON
Maximum
Limit
Output OFF
Output ON
Figure 2. Teaching independent minimum and maximum limits
1. Enter Programming mode.
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Method
Action
Result
Push Button2
Press and hold the TEACH button
Output LED: On red
Remote Input3
No action required; the sensor is ready for the first
limit
Power LED: On green (good signal) or On
red (no signal)
2. Present the target for the first limit. The Power LED must be On green.
3. Teach the first limit.
Method
Action
Result
Push Button
Press the TEACH button one time.
Teach Accepted
Output LED: Flashes Red
Remote Input
Teach Not Accepted
T
Single-pulse the remote line.
Output LED: On Red
4. Present the target for the second limit. The Power LED must be On green.
5. Teach the second limit.
Method
Action
Result
Push Button
Press the TEACH button one time.
Teach Accepted
Output LED: Yellow or OFF
Remote Input
Teach Not Accepted
T
Single-pulse the remote line.
Output LED: Flashes Red
Teaching Limits Using the Auto-Window Feature
Teaching the same limit twice for the same output automatically centers a 10 mm window on the taught position.
NOTE:
• The sensor returns to Run mode if the first Teach condition is not registered within 120 seconds
• After the first limit is taught, the sensor remains in Program mode until the Teach sequence is finished
• To exit Program mode without saving any changes, press and hold the programming push button > 2 seconds
(before teaching the second limit). The sensor reverts to the last saved limits
Taught Position
Position
- 5 mm
Output OFF
Position
+ 5 mm
Output ON
Position
-5 mm
Sensor
Output
ON
Position
+5 mm
Output OFF
Normally Closed Operation
Taught Position
Position
- 5 mm
Output ON
Taught Position
(background surface)
Near
Range
Normally Open Operation
Sensor
Output
OFF
Any object in this area will switch
the output, whether or not the object
returns a good signal to the sensor.
Position
+ 5 mm
Output OFF
Output ON
Output OFF
Output ON
Sensing Distance
Figure 3. Using the Auto-Window
feature for programming each
output
Figure 4. An application for the Auto-Window feature (retroreflective mode)
1. Enter Programming mode.
2 0.04 s < “click” < 0.8 s
3 0.04 s < T < 0.8 s
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Method
Action
Result
Push Button4
Press and hold the TEACH button
Output LED: On red
Remote Input5
No action required; the sensor is ready for the first
limit
Power LED: On green (good signal) or On
red (no signal)
2. Position the target for the center of the window. The Power LED must be On green.
3. Teach the limit.
Method
Action
Result
Push Button
Press the TEACH button one time.
Teach Accepted
Output LED: Flashing Red
Remote Input
Teach Not Accepted
T
Single-pulse the remote line.
Output LED: ON Red
4. Teach the limit a second time.
Method
Action
Result
Push Button
Without moving the target, press the TEACH button
one time.
Teach Accepted
Remote Input
Output LED: Yellow or OFF
Teach Not Accepted
T
Without moving the target, single-pulse the remote
line.
Output LED: Flashing Red
Normally Open/Normally Closed Operation Select
The sensor can be configured for either normally open or normally closed operation via the remote teach wire (gray). A series of three
pulses on the line will toggle between normally open and normally closed operation. Normally open is defined as the output energizing when
the target is present. Normally closed is defined as the output energizing when the target is absent. See Figure 2 on page 2 and Figure 3 on
page 3.
T
To toggle between normally open or normally closed operation, triple-pulse
Normally Closed operation is selected, depending on previous condition.
T
T
T
T
the remote line. Either Normally Open or
Lock the Buttons
Enable or disable the buttons to prevent unauthorized adjustment of the program settings.
T
To lock or unlock the buttons, four-pulse
previous condition.
T
T
T
T
T
T
the remote line. The buttons are enabled or disabled, depending on the
Installation
Principles of Operation
Ultrasonic sensors emit one or multiple pulses of ultrasonic energy, which travel through the air at the speed of sound. A portion of this
energy reflects off the target and travels back to the sensor. The sensor measures the total time required for the energy to reach the target
and return to the sensor. The distance to the object is then calculated using the following formula: D = ct ÷ 2
D = distance from the sensor to the target
c = speed of sound in air
t = transit time for the ultrasonic pulse
To improve accuracy, an ultrasonic sensor may average the results of several pulses before outputting a new value.
Temperature Effects
The speed of sound is dependent upon the composition, pressure and temperature of the gas in which it is traveling. For most ultrasonic
applications, the composition and pressure of the gas are relatively fixed, while the temperature may fluctuate.
In air, the speed of sound varies with temperature according to the following approximation:
In metric units:
Cm/s = 20 √273 + TC
In English units:
Cft/s = 49 √460 + TF
4 0.04 s < “click” < 0.8 s
5 0.04 s < T < 0.8 s
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Cm/s = speed of sound in meters per second
Cft/s = speed of sound in feet per second
TC = temperature in °C
TF = temperature in °F
Temperature Compensation
Changes in air temperature affect the speed of sound, which in turn affects the distance reading measured by the sensor. An increase in air
temperature shifts both sensing window limits closer to the sensor. Conversely, a decrease in air temperature shifts both limits farther away
from the sensor. This shift is approximately 3.5% of the limit distance for a 20° C change in temperature.
The S18U series ultrasonic sensors are temperature compensated. This reduces the error due to temperature by about 90%. The sensor will
maintain its window limits to within 1.8% over the -20° to +60° C (−4° to +140° F) range.
NOTE:
• Exposure to direct sunlight can affect the sensor’s ability to accurately compensate for changes in
temperature.
• If the sensor is measuring across a temperature gradient, the compensation will be less effective.
• The temperature warmup drift upon power-up is less than 1.7% of the sensing distance.After 10 minutes, the
apparent distance will be within 0.3% of the actual position. After 25 minutes, the sensing position will be
stable.
Wiring Diagrams
bn
bn
+10 - 30V dc
bu
wh
bk
Load
Load
gy
shield
Remote Teach
+10 - 30V dc
bu
wh
Load
bk
Load
gy
0 - 2V dc
shield
Remote Teach
0 - 2V dc
Figure 6. QD Models
Figure 5. Cabled Models
NOTE: It is recommended that the shield wire be connected to earth ground or DC common.
Specifications
Sensing Range
30 to 300 mm (1.2 in to 11.8 in)
Remote TEACH Input
Impedance: 12 kΩ
Supply Voltage
10 V dc to 30 V dc (10% maximum ripple); 65 mA max. (exclusive of load), 40
mA typical @ 25V input
Ultrasonic Frequency
300 kHz, rep. rate 2.5 ms
Construction
Threaded Barrel: Thermoplastic polyester
Push Button: Santoprene
Push Button Housing: ABS/PC
Lightpipes: Acrylic
Supply Protection Circuitry
Protected against reverse polarity and transient voltages
Minimum Window Size
5 mm
Output Configuration
SPST solid-state switch conducts when target is sensed within sensing window;
one NPN (current sinking) and one PNP (current sourcing) output in each model.
Adjustments
Sensing window limits: TEACH-Mode programming of near and far window
limits may be set using the push button or remotely via TEACH input
Output Protection
Protected against short circuit conditions
Indicators
Range Indicator (Red/Green)
Delay at Power-Up
300 milliseconds
Green—Target is within sensing range
Red—Target is outside sensing range
OFF—Sensing power is OFF
Temperature Effect
0.02% of distance/ °C
Connections
2 m (6.5 ft) or 9 m (30 ft) shielded 5-conductor (with drain) PVC jacketed
attached cable or 5-pin Euro-style quick-disconnect
Output Ratings
100 mA maximum
OFF-state leakage current: < 5 microamps
NPN saturation: < 200 mV @ 10 mA and < 600 mV @ 100 mA
PNP saturation: < 1.2 V @ 10 mA and < 1.6 V @ 100 mA
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Teach/Output Indicator (Amber/Red)
Yellow—Target is within taught limits
OFF—Target is outside taught window limits
Red—Sensor is in TEACH mode
Repeatability
0.5 mm
Output Response Time
5 milliseconds
Hysteresis
0.7 mm
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Required Overcurrent Protection
Operating Conditions
Temperature: −20 °C to +60 °C (−4 °F to +140 °F)
WARNING: Electrical connections must be made
by qualified personnel in accordance with local and
national electrical codes and regulations.
Temperature Warmup Drift
Less than 1.7% of sensing distance upon power-up (see Temperature
Compensation)
Overcurrent protection is required to be provided by end product application per
the supplied table.
Overcurrent protection may be provided with external fusing or via Current
Limiting, Class 2 Power Supply.
Supply wiring leads < 24 AWG shall not be spliced.
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Environmental Rating
Leakproof design is rated IEC IP67; NEMA 6P
Vibration and Mechanical Shock
All models meet Mil Std. 202F requirements. Method 201A (vibration: 10 Hz to 60
Hz max., double amplitude 0.06 inch, maximum acceleration 10G). Also meets
IEC 947-5-2 requirements: 30G 11 ms duration, half sine wave.
Application Notes
Objects passing inside the specified near limit may produce a false response.
Supply Wiring (AWG)
Required Overcurrent Protection (Amps)
20
5.0
22
3.0
24
2.0
26
1.0
28
0.8
30
0.5
Certifications
Dimensions
Straight Housing
Transducer
6.0 mm (0.24")
80.8 mm
(3.18")
53.8 mm
(2.12")
10.6 mm
(0.42")
53.8 mm
(2.12")
90.9 mm
(3.58")
18.0 mm
(0.71")
Right-Angle Housing
85.1 mm
(3.35")
58.0 mm
(2.29")
3.6 mm
(0.14")
Transducer
95.1 mm
(3.75")
18.1 mm
(0.71")
10.6 mm
(0.42")
8.5 mm
(0.33")
58.0 mm
(2.29")
18.0 mm
(0.71")
8.5 mm
(0.33")
6.0 mm (0.24")
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Response Curves
2.25 mm rod
8 mm rod
50 mm x 50 mm
20 mm
10 mm
Aluminum target used: 50 mm x 50 mm
15
5 mm
10
Target Rotation
Lateral Distance
15 mm
0
-5 mm
-10 mm
-15 mm
5
0
-5
-10
-20 mm
0
50 mm
100 mm
150 mm
200 mm
250 mm
300 mm
-15
0
50 mm
100 mm
Sensing Distance
150 mm
200 mm
250 mm
300 mm
Sensing Distance
Figure 7. Effective Beam Pattern (Typical)
Figure 8. Maximum Target Rotation Angle
Accessories
Quick-Disconnect Cables
5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets—with Shield
Model
Length
MQDEC2-506
1.83 m (6 ft)
MQDEC2-515
4.57 m (15 ft)
MQDEC2-530
9.14 m (30 ft)
MQDEC2-550
15.2 m (50 ft)
Style
Dimensions
Pinout (Female)
44 Typ.
Straight
2
M12 x 1
ø 14.5
1
3
MQDEC2-506RA
1.83 m (6 ft)
MQDEC2-515RA
4.57 m (15 ft)
MQDEC2-530RA
9.14 m (30 ft)
32 Typ.
[1.26"]
15.2 m (50 ft)
5
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray
30 Typ.
[1.18"]
Right-Angle
MQDEC2-550RA
4
M12 x 1
ø 14.5 [0.57"]
Brackets
SMB18A
• Right-angle mounting bracket
with a curved slot for
versatile orientation
• 12-ga. stainless steel
• 18 mm sensor mounting hole
• Clearance for M4 (#8)
hardware
30
C
A
B
41
SMB18SF
• 18 mm swivel bracket with M18
× 1 internal thread
• Black thermoplastic polyester
• Stainless steel swivel locking
hardware included
51
B
42
46
25
Hole center spacing: A to B = 24.2
Hole size: A = ø 4.6, B = 17.0 × 4.6, C = ø 18.5
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A
Hole center spacing: A = 36.0
Hole size: A = ø 5.3, B = ø 18.0
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SMB18UR
• 2-piece universal swivel
bracket
• 300 series stainless steel
• Stainless steel swivel locking
hardware included
• Mounting hole for 18 mm
sensor
C
A
137
B
64
42
Hole center spacing: A = 25.4, B = 46.7
Hole size: B = 6.9 × 32.0, C = ø 18.3
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