Banner QS18 Series Photoelectric Sensor Manual

This document introduces the product series of WORLD-BEAMTM photoelectric sensors, including QS18 compact self-contained photoelectric sensors and QS30 long-range opposed-mode sensors. These sensors feature small size, high performance, and reliability, and offer various detection modes and distances.


Banner QS18 Series Photoelectric Sensor Manual - cover page
Brand
WORLD-BEAM
Category
Industrial Supply
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
34
File format
PDF
File size
6.3 MB
Published
12 April, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
7137015C89420567979978CDB000484A

About this manual

This document describes the Banner QS18 series of photoelectric sensors, covering small self‑contained, opposed‑mode, retro‑reflective, and fiber‑optic variants. It details electrical characteristics such as a 10 ~ 30 V dc supply, solid‑state complementary (SPDT) outputs selectable as NPN or PNP, and a maximum load current of 100 mA.

Installation instructions, wiring diagrams, and mechanical dimensions for each sensor type are included, along with optional accessories and connector options (Euro or Pico). The manual also introduces the QS18 Expert series and the related QS30 sensor line.

What's inside

  • QS18 Sensor Overview
  • Electrical Specifications
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Installation Methods
  • Expert Series (QS18E)
  • Laser Emitters (QS18LE)
  • QS30 Series Overview
  • Connector Options

Specifications

Supply voltage10 ~ 30 V dc
Output typeSolid‑state complementary (SPDT), NPN or PNP selectable
Maximum load current100 mA per output
Response time (opposed mode)≤ 750 µs ON, 375 µs OFF
Repeatability (opposed mode)100 µs
Operating temperature (adjustable‑area mode)0 °C ~ 55 °C

Frequently asked questions

What supply voltage range does the QS18 sensor require?

The QS18 sensor operates from 10 V to 30 V dc.

What output configurations are available for the QS18 series?

It provides a solid‑state complementary (SPDT) output that can be configured as either NPN or PNP.

How fast does the sensor respond in opposed mode?

The ON response is 750 µs and the OFF response is 375 µs.

What is the maximum load current per output?

Each output can drive up to 100 mA.

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