Autonics BWC40-12H Cross-Beam Area Sensor BWC40-12H

Model number
BWC40-12H

Autonics BWC40-12H Cross-Beam area sensor (BWC Series): sensing distance 1.0 to 7.0 m, Through-beam, NPN open collector output, IP67 (IEC standard). Order code note: 12-24VDC-C.

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Key features

  • 3-point cross-beam type detection minimizes non-detection area
  • Long sensing distance up to 7 m
  • 14 configurations (number of optics: 4 to 20 / optical pitch: 40, 80 mm / detection area: 120 to 1,040 mm)
  • Easy installation with installation mode function
  • Mutual interference prevention function, self-diagnosis function
  • Self-diagnosis output: sensing screen pollution and blocking of optical axis can be checked from external device
  • Bright LED indicators on emitter and receiver
  • Korean Railway Standard compliant (BWC80-14HD models)
  • Protection structure: IP67

Specifications

Model
SeriesBWC Series
Order code description12-24VDC-C
Catalogue model groupBWC40-□H□
Specifications
Sensing methodThrough-beam
Beam pattern3-point cross beam netting type
Light sourceInfrared LED (850 nm modulated light)
Sensing distance1.0 to 7.0 m
Sensing targetOpaque material
Min. sensing target≥ Ø 50 mm
Number of optical axes4 / 10 / 12 / 16 / 18 / 20
Sensing height120 to 760 mm
Optical axis pitch40 mm
Response time≤ 50 ms
Operation modeLight ON
FunctionsSelf-diagnosis output (front screen pollution, covering optical axis), self-diagnosis
Installation modeYES
Interference protectionInterference protection by frequency changing setting
Synchronization typeTiming method by synchronous line
IndicatorEmitter: Operation indicator (green, red), frequency indicator (green) Receiver: Operation indicator (red, yellow, green)
Weight (packaged)≈ 1.7 kg (≈ 2.1 kg) (based on BWC80-14H)
Power supply12 - 24 VDC (ripple P-P: ≤ 10 %)
Current consumptionEmitter: ≤ 100 mA, receiver: ≤ 100 mA
Control outputNPN open collector output
Load voltage≤ 30 VDC
Load current≤ 100 mA (self-diagnosis output: ≤ 50 mA)
Residual voltage≤ 1 VDC
Protection circuitReverse power protection circuit, output short overcurrent protection circuit
Insulation resistance≥ 20 MΩ (500 VDC megger)
Noise immunity± 240 V the square wave noise (pulse width: 1㎲) by the noise simulator
Dielectric strengthBetween the charging part and the case: 1,000 VAC 50 / 60 Hz for 1minute
Vibration1.5 mm double amplitude at frequency of 10 to 55 Hz in each X, Y, Z direction for 2 hours
Shock500 m/s² (≈ 50 G) in each X, Y, Z direction for 3 times
Ambient illuminanceAmbient light: ≤ 100,000 ㏓
Ambient temperature-10 to 55 ℃, storage: -20 to 60 ℃ (no freezing or condensation)
Ambient humidity35 to 85 %RH, storage: 35 to 85 %RH (no freezing or condensation)
Protection ratingIP67 (IEC standard)
Wire spec.Ø 5 mm, 4-wire, 300 mm
Connector spec.M12 plug connector
MaterialCase: AL, sensing part and indicator: acryl
Accessories
Sold separatelyM12 Connector cable:; CID4- T(R) (1 set - emitter and receiver)

Specifications are from the manufacturer's published information. Confirm critical values with us or the datasheet before ordering.