WORLD-BEAM® QS30 Series Sensor (DC
Voltage)
Instruction Manual
Compact, self-contained photoelectric sensors in universal-style housing
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Advanced one-piece photoelectric sensors with exceptional long-range optical performance
Compact housing with mounting versatility, via its popular 30 mm threaded barrel or side-mount
holes
10 V DC to 30 V DC operation with bipolar discrete outputs, NPN and PNP
Selectable Light or Dark Operate, depending on wiring
Tough ABS/polycarbonate blend housing is rated to IEC IP67; NEMA 6
Easy-to-see sensor status indicators: two status LEDs visible from 360°; extra-large Output
indicator on back of sensor housing (except emitters) visible from long distance
Opposed, retroreflective, polarized retroreflective, diffuse and fixed-field (200 mm, 400 mm, or 600
mm cutoff) models available
Retroreflective, polarized retroreflective, and diffuse models have potentiometer on back of housing
for easy sensor range adjustment
Choose 2 m integral cable or M12/Euro-style integral QD models
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 1
QS30E (emitter)
QS30R (receiver)
Sensing Mode
Opposed
QS30LP
Polarized Retroreflective
QS30LV
Retroreflective
QS30D
Diffuse
Range 2
Beam
875 nm Infrared
Effective Beam: 18 mm (0.7 in)
630 nm Visible Red
940 nm Infrared
QS30FF200
QS30FF400
60 m (200 ft)
Output
N/A
8 m (26 ft)
12 m (40 ft)
1 m (3.3 ft)
Bipolar NPN/PNP
200 mm (8 in)
Fixed Field
680 nm Visible Red
QS30FF600
400 mm (16 in)
600 mm (24 in)
Fixed-Field Mode Overview
QS30 self-contained fixed-field sensors are small, powerful, visible red diffuse mode sensors with far-limit cutoff (a type of background suppression).
Their high excess gain and fixed-field technology allow detection of objects of low reflectivity, while ignoring background surfaces.
The cutoff distance is fixed. Backgrounds and background objects must always be placed beyond the cutoff distance.
Fixed-Field Sensing – Theory of Operation
The WORLD-BEAM QS30 Series Sensor compares the reflections of its emitted light beam (E) from an object back to the sensor's two differently
aimed detectors, R1 and R2. See Figure 1 on p. 2. If the near detector's (R1) light signal is stronger than the far detector's (R2) light signal (see
object A in the Figure below, closer than the cutoff distance), the sensor responds to the object. If the far detector's (R2) light signal is stronger than
the near detector's (R1) light signal (see object B in the Figure below, beyond the cutoff distance), the sensor ignores the object.
The cutoff distance for the QS30 is fixed at 200 mm, 400 mm, or 600 mm (8 in, 16 in, or 24 in). Objects lying beyond the cutoff distance are usually
ignored, even if they are highly reflective. However, under certain conditions, it is possible to falsely detect a background object (see Background
Reflectivity and Placement on p. 2).
1 Only standard 2 m (6.5 ft) cabled models are listed.
• To order the 9 m (30 ft) integral cable model, add suffix “W/30” to the model number (for example, QS30E W/30).
• To order the 5-pin integral M12/Euro-style quick disconnect (QD), add suffix “Q” (for example, QS30EQ).
2 Polarized Retroreflective and Retroreflective ranges are specified using a model BRT-84 retroreflector.
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Figure 1. Fixed-Field Concept
Receiver
Elements
Cutoff
Distance
Object B
or
Background
Object
A
Lenses
Near R1
Detector
Far
R2
Detector
Emitter
Figure 2. Fixed-Field Sensing Axis
Sensing
Axis
E
R1
R2
Sensing
Range
E
Object is sensed if amount of light at R1
is greater than the amount of light at R2
In the drawings and information provided in this document, the letters E, R1, and R2 identify how the sensor's three optical elements (Emitter "E",
Near Detector "R1", and Far Detector "R2") line up across the face of the sensor. The location of these elements defines the sensing axis, see Figure
2 on p. 2. The sensing axis becomes important in certain situations, such as those illustrated in Figure 5 on p. 3 and Figure 6 on p. 3.
Configuring a Sensor
Sensing Reliability
For highest sensitivity, position the target for sensing at or near the point of maximum excess gain. Refer to the Performance Curves for the excess
gain. Sensing at or near this distance makes the maximum use of each sensor’s available sensing power. The background must be placed beyond
the cutoff distance. Note that the reflectivity of the background surface also may affect the cutoff distance. Following these guidelines improves
sensing reliability.
Background Reflectivity and Placement
Avoid mirror-like backgrounds that produce specular reflections. A false sensor response occurs if a background surface reflects the sensor's light
more to the near detector (R1) than to the far detector (R2). The result is a false ON condition (Figure 3 on p. 2). Correct this problem by using a
diffusely reflective (matte) background, or angling either the sensor or the background (in any plane) so the background does not reflect light back to
the sensor (Figure 4 on p. 2). Position the background as far beyond the cutoff distance as possible.
An object beyond the cutoff distance, either stationary (and when positioned as shown in Figure 5 on p. 3), or moving past the face of the sensor
in a direction perpendicular to the sensing axis, may cause unwanted triggering of the sensor if more light is reflected to the near detector than to the
far detector. Correct the problem by rotating the sensor 90° (Figure 6 on p. 3). The object then reflects the R1 and R2 fields equally, resulting in
no false triggering. A better solution, if possible, may be to reposition the object or the sensor.
Figure 4. Reflective Background - Solution
Cutoff
Distance
Fixed Sensing
Field
Figure 3. Reflective Background - Problem
Cutoff
Distance
R1 = Near Detector
R2 = Far Detector
E = Emitter
Reflective
Background
QS30FF
R1
R2
E
R1
R2
E
Strong
Direct
Reflection
to R1
Reflective
Background
Core of
Emitted
Beam
Strong
Direct
Reflection
Away
From Sensor
Core of
Emitted Beam
Fixed
Sensing
Field
2
QS30FF
R1 = Near Detector
R2 = Far Detector
E = Emitter
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Figure 5. Object Beyond Cutoff - Problem
Figure 6. Object Beyond Cutoff - Solution
Cutoff
Distance
QS30FF
Cutoff
Distance
QS30FF
R1
R2
E
E, R2, R1
Fixed
Sensing
Field
E = Emitter
R2 = Far Detector
R1 = Near Detector
Reflective
Background
or
Moving Object
R1 = Near Detector
R2 = Far Detector
E = Emitter
A reflective background object in this position or moving across the sensor face in this
axis and direction may cause a false sensor response.
Fixed
Sensing
Field
Reflective
Background
or
Moving Object
A reflective background object in this position or moving across the sensor face in this
axis is ignored.
Color Sensitivity
The effects of object reflectivity on cutoff distance, though small, may be important for some applications. It is expected that at any given cutoff
setting, the actual cutoff distance for lower reflectance targets is slightly shorter than for higher reflectance targets. This behavior is known as color
sensitivity.
For example, an excess gain of 1 for an object that reflects 1/10 as much light as the 90% white card is represented by the horizontal graph line at
excess gain = 10. An object of this reflectivity results in a far limit cutoff of approximately 190 mm (7.5 in) cutoff model, for example; and 190 mm
(7.5 in) represents the cutoff for this sensor and target.
These excess gain curves were generated using a white test card of 90% reflectance. Objects with reflectivity of less than 90% reflect less light back
to the sensor, and thus require proportionately more excess gain in order to be sensed with the same reliability as more reflective objects. When
sensing an object of very low reflectivity, it may be especially important to sense it at or near the distance of maximum excess gain.
Wiring Diagrams
Cabled Emitters
brown
Other Cabled Models
1
3
2
4
5
+
10–30 V DC
blue
–
Key
+
10–30 V DC
–
Load
Load
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Brown
White
Blue
Black
Gray
LO/DO Select
Cabled wiring diagrams are shown. Quick disconnect wiring diagrams are functionally identical.
Specifications
Supply Voltage
10 V DC to 30 V DC (10% max. ripple) at less than 40 mA, exclusive of load
Protected against reverse polarity and transient voltages
Output Response
Opposed Mode: 5 milliseconds ON and OFF
All others: 2 milliseconds
NOTE: 100 millisecond delay on power-up; outputs do not conduct during this time
Repeatability
Opposed Mode: not applicable
All others: 500 microseconds
Cutoff Point Tolerance
Fixed-Field only: ± 5% of nominal cutoff distance
Construction and Mounting
ABS housing, rated IEC IP67; NEMA 6; Acrylic lens cover
3 mm mounting hardware included
Connections
2 m (6.5 ft) unterminated 5-wire PVC cable; 9 m (30 ft) unterminated 5-wire PVC
cable ; or Integral 5-pin M12/Euro-style male quick disconnect
Application Tip for the QS30LV Model
For best sensing reliability, targets should be a minimum of 0.5m from the sensor
Output Configuration
Bipolar: One current sourcing and one current sinking
Rating: 100 mA maximum each output at 25 °C
Off-state leakage current:
NPN: less than 200 μA
PNP: less than 10 μA
ON-state saturation voltage:
NPN: less than 1.6 V at 100 mA
PNP: less than 2.0 V at 100 mA
Protected against false pulse on power-up and continuous overload or short circuit of
outputs
Adjustments
Selectable Light/Dark Operate is achieved via the gray wire.
Opposed, Retroreflective, and Polarized Retroreflective models:
Light Operate - Low (0 V to 3 V)*
Dark Operate - High (open or 5 V to 30 V)*
Diffuse and Fixed-Field models:
Light Operate - High (open or 5 V to 30 V)*
Dark Operate - Low (0 V to 3 V)*
Diffuse, Retroreflective, and Polarized Retroreflective mode models (only):
Single-turn Sensitivity (Gain) adjustment potentiometer
* Input impedance 10 kΩ
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Operating Conditions
–20 °C to +70 °C (–4 °F to +158 °F)
95% at +50 °C maximum relative humidity (non-condensing)
Vibration and Mechanical Shock
All models meet MIL-STD-202F, Method 201A (Vibration: 10 Hz to 60 Hz maximum,
0.06 inch (1.52 mm) double amplitude, 10G maximum acceleration) requirements. Also
meets IEC 60947-5-2 (Shock: 30G 11 ms duration, half sine wave) requirements.
Certifications
Pending
Indicators
2 LEDs on sensor top:
Green
Yellow
On
Power on
Light sensed
Flashing
Output overloaded (except
receivers)
Marginal excess gain (1–1.5×
excess gain)
Large oval LED on sensor back (except emitters): Yellow on indicates the output is
conducting
Performance Curves
For the diffuse models, the performance is based on using a 90% reflectance white test card.
Opposed Mode
Diffuse Mode
Excess Gain
Beam Pattern
Excess Gain
Beam Pattern
1000
QS30D
1000
G
A
I
N
Diffuse Mode
Opposed Mode
QS30
6m
100
15'
Opposed Mode
3m
10
1
0.3 m
1'
3m
10'
30 m
100'
10'
1.5 m
5'
0
0
1.5 m
5'
EXCESS GAIN
E
X
C
E
S
S
QS30
100
QS30D
60 mm
2.4"
Diffuse
40 mm
1.6"
20 mm
0.8"
0
10
0
20 mm
0.8"
3m
10'
40 mm
1.6"
6m
15'
60 mm
2.4"
0
300 m
1000'
15 m
50'
30 m
100'
46 m
150'
61 m
200'
1
1 mm
0.04"
76 m
250'
DISTANCE
DISTANCE
10 mm
0.4"
100 mm
4"
1000 mm
40"
0
200 mm
8"
DISTANCE
400 mm
16"
600 mm
24"
800 mm 1000 mm
32"
40"
DISTANCE
For the polarized retroreflective and retroreflective models, the performance is based on using the specified retroreflector.
Polarized Retroreflective
Retroreflective
Excess Gain
Beam Pattern
Excess Gain
1000
BRT-92 x 92
BRT-84
BRT-3
BRT-THG-3X3
1000
G
A
I
N
QS30LP
Polarized
Retroreflective
QS30LP
160 mm
100
Polarized
Retroreflective
100 mm
40 mm
3.9"
1.6"
0
10
6.3"
0
40 mm
1.6"
100 mm
3.9"
160 mm
6.3"
1
.01 m
0.04'
0.1 m
0.4'
1m
4'
DISTANCE
10 m
40.0'
0
2m
8'
4m
16'
6m
24'
DISTANCE
8m
32'
10 m
40'
EXCESS GAIN
E
X
C
E
S
S
BRT-92 x 92
BRT-84
BRT-3
BRT-THG-3X3
Beam Pattern
QS30LV
Retroreflective
100
QS30LV
160 mm
10
Retroreflective
6.3 in
100 mm
3.9 in
40 mm
1.6 in
0
0
40 mm
1.6 in
100 mm
3.9 in
160 mm
6.3 in
1
0.1 m
0.4 ft
1m
4 ft
10 m
40 ft
DISTANCE
100 m
400 ft
0
3m
10 ft
6m
20 ft
9m
30 ft
12 m
40 ft
15 m
50 ft
DISTANCE
Fixed field performance is based on using a 90% reflectance white test card.
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Fixed Field
200 mm
1000
E
X
C
E
S
S
G
A
I
N
400 mm
E
X
C
E
S
S
Fixed-Field Mode
100
10
1
1 mm
0.04"
G
A
I
N
10 mm
0.4"
1000
1000
QS30FF200
100 mm
4"
1000 mm
40"
600 mm
QS30FF400
E
X
C
E
S
S
Fixed-Field Mode
100
G
A
I
N
10
1
1 mm
0.04"
DISTANCE
10 mm
0.4"
100 mm
4"
QS30FF600
Fixed-Field Mode
100
10
1
1 mm
0.04"
1000 mm
40"
DISTANCE
ø 10 mm spot size at 160 mm focus
ø 7 mm spot size at 200 mm cutoff
Using 18% gray test card: performance will be 95% of
values shown.
Using 6% black test card: performance will be 90% of
values shown.
10 mm
0.4"
100 mm
4"
1000 mm
40"
DISTANCE
ø 10 mm spot size at 160 mm focus
ø 10 mm spot size at 400 mm cutoff
Using 18% gray test card: performance will be 90% of
values shown.
Using 6% black test card: performance will be 85% of
values shown.
ø 10 mm spot size at 160 mm focus
ø 15 mm spot size at 600 mm cutoff
Using 18% gray test card: performance will be 85% of
values shown.
Using 6% black test card: performance will be 75% of
values shown.
Dimensions
Cabled Models
QD Models
35.0 mm
(1.38")
16.0 mm
(0.63")
33.0 mm
(1.30")
12.5 mm
(0.47")
1.3 mm
(0.05")
22.0 mm
(0.87")
Yellow and Green LEDs
44.0 mm
(1.73")
Yellow LED
Output
Indicator
M30 x 1.5 Thread
max. torque
6 Nm (53 in lbs)
with included 30 mm
mounting nut
13.0 mm
(0.51")
5.0 mm
(0.20")
2 x ø3.3 mm (0.125")
max. torque
0.7 Nm (6 in lbs)
All measurements are listed in millimeters [inches], unless noted otherwise.
Accessories
Quick-Disconnect Cables
5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets—Single Ended
Model
MQDC1-501.5
Length
Style
Dimensions
MQDC1-506
2 m (6.5 ft)
MQDC1-515
5 m (16.4 ft)
1
44 Typ.
4
Straight
MQDC1-530
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Pinout (Female)
0.5 m (1.5 ft)
M12 x 1
ø 14.5
9 m (29.5 ft)
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3
5
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray
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5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets—Single Ended
Model
Length
MQDC1-506RA
2 m (6.5 ft)
MQDC1-515RA
5 m (16.4 ft)
Style
Dimensions
32 Typ.
[1.26"]
30 Typ.
[1.18"]
Right-Angle
MQDC1-530RA
Pinout (Female)
9 m (29.5 ft)
M12 x 1
ø 14.5 [0.57"]
Sensor Status Indicators
S15L Series In-Line Sensor Status Indicator
Model
Input
Type
S15LGYPQ
PNP
S15LGYNQ
NPN
LED Color
Dimensions
Female
Male
57.8
[2.27]
Power ON = Green
Input Active =
Yellow
27.9
[1.1]
1
4
15.0
[0.59]
2
3
2
3
Wiring
1 1 = Brown, 10 to 30 V DC
2 = White
Blue, dc common
4 34 =
= Black, Sensor Input
Brackets
SMBQS30L
• Right-angle bracket for cable sensor
models
• Clearance for M4 (#8) hardware
• ± 12° tilt adjustment
• 14-ga. stainless steel
SMBQS30LT
• Tall right-angle bracket for QD models
• ± 8° tilt adjustment
• 14-ga. stainless steel
Hole center spacing: A to B=35.0
Hole size: A=ø 4.3, B=ø 4.25x16.3
Hole center spacing: A to B=35.0
Hole size: A=ø 4.3, B=ø 4.25x16.3
SMBQS30Y
• Heavy-duty die-cast bracket
• M18 vertical mount option
• ± 8° tilt adjustment with cabled units
• Includes nuts and lock washer
SMBQS30YL
• Heavy-duty die-cast bracket designed
for industrial protection
• M18 vertical mount option
• Replaceable window
• Includes nuts and lock washer
Hole size: A=ø 15.3
Hole size: A=ø 15.3
SMB30A
• Right-angle bracket with curved slot
for versatile orientation
• Clearance for M6 (¼ in) hardware
• Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor
• 12-ga. stainless steel
SMB30MM
• 12-ga. stainless steel bracket with
curved mounting slots for versatile
orientation
• Clearance for M6 (¼ in) hardware
• Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor
45
C
61
B
C
57
B
A
69
Hole center spacing: A to B=40
Hole size: A=ø 6.3, B= 27.1 x 6.3, C=ø 30.5
6
57
70
A
Hole center spacing: A = 51, A to B = 25.4
Hole size: A = 42.6 x 7, B = ø 6.4, C = ø 30.1
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SMB30SC
• Swivel bracket with 30 mm mounting
hole for sensor
• Black reinforced thermoplastic
polyester
• Stainless steel mounting and swivel
locking hardware included
All measurements are listed in millimeters [inches], unless noted
otherwise.
67
B
58
29
A
Hole center spacing: A=ø 50.8
Hole size: A=ø 7.0, B=ø 30.0
Apertures
Opposed-mode QS30 sensors may be fitted with apertures to narrow or shape the sensor’s effective beam to more closely match the size or profile
of the objects being sensed. A common example is the use of “line” (or “slot”) type apertures to sense thread.
Note: The use of apertures reduces the sensing range.
Model
Description
Pieces
APQS30-040
1 mm (0.04 in) diameter
6
APQS30-100
2.5 mm (0.10 in) diameter
6
APQS30-200
5 mm (0.20 in) diameter
6
Circular
Horizontal Slot
APQS30-040H
1 × 12 mm (0.04 in × 0.47 in)
6
APQS30-100H
2.5 × 12 mm (0.10 in × 0.47 in)
6
APQS30-200H
5 × 12 mm (0.20 in × 0.47 in)
6
Vertical Slot
APQS30-040V
1 × 17 mm (0.04 in x 0.67 in)
6
APQS30-100V
2.5 × 17 mm (0.10 in × 0.67 in)
6
APQS30-200V
5 × 17 mm (0.20 in × 0.67 in)
6
APQS30-DVHX2
Kit containing two of each aperture above
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APQS30-DVH
Kit containing one each of aperture models: APQS30-040,
APQS30-040H, APQS30-040V
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Reduced Range for QS30E and QS30R Pair with Apertures
Aperture Model
Maximum Range
Aperture on Both Emitter and Receiver
Aperture on Receiver Only
APQS30-040
0.5 m (1.5 ft)
4.1 m (13.5 ft)
APQS30-100
2.4 m (8 ft)
14.3 m (47 ft)
APQS30-200
11.6 m (38 ft)
23.5 m (77 ft)
APQS30-040H
7 m (23 ft)
16.8 m (23 ft)
APQS30-100H
16.5 m (54 ft)
24.7 m (54 ft)
APQS30-200H
28.7 m (94 ft)
36.6 m (94 ft)
APQS30-040V
7 m (23 ft)
16.8 m (23 ft)
APQS30-100V
16.5 m (54 ft)
24.7 m (54 ft)
APQS30-200V
28.7 m (94 ft)
36.6 m (94 ft)
Example: The QS30E/QS30R sensor pair is used with apertures APQS30-040. Using the circular aperture on only the receiver, the range reduces to
4.1 m (13.5 ft). When the APQS30-040 aperture is installed on both the receiver and emitter, the sensor range reduces to 0.5 m (1.5 ft).
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Retroreflective Targets
Banner offers a wide selection of high-quality retroreflective targets. See
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Note: Polarized sensors require corner cube type retroreflective
targets. Non-polarized sensors may use any retroreflective target.
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