Photoelectric Sensors

Q2X miniature photoelectric sensors from Banner Engineering combine a very compact design with high performance. With various sensing modes, visible alignment, fast response times, and ranges up to 3.3 m, they are suitable for tight machine spaces, assembly lines, and conveyor systems. Depending on the model, they reliably detect small, dark, shiny, or transparent objects and reduce false triggers through high gain and crosstalk suppression. Users benefit from easy installation, a reduced number of variants, and stable detection of small parts and positions.

For which applications is this product family particularly well-suited?

• Small-Part and position control in assembly and handling systems
• Detection of dark, shiny, or transparent objects on conveyor lines
• Integration into confined machine rooms, fixtures, and compact OEM systems

QS18 sensors from Banner Engineering offer robust, standard photoelectric sensors for a wide range of detection tasks. The product portfolio includes numerous operating modes, such as through-beam, retro-reflective, diffuse, and focused variants, as well as laser, fiber-optic, and specialty models. LPC variants are particularly suitable for detecting transparent, reflective, or shiny objects. IO-Link models, highly visible status indicators, various electrical connections, and a universal housing design simplify replacement, commissioning, and maintenance in machinery, packaging, and logistics.

For which applications is this product family particularly well-suited?

• Standard object detection on conveyor lines, packaging machines, and assembly lines
• Detection of transparent containers, films, bottles, or reflective surfaces
• Replacement and standardization of different optosensor designs in machines and systems

Q4X laser sensors from Banner Engineering are rugged solutions for demanding distance-based detection. They reliably detect dark, shiny, multicolored, or low-contrast objects, even against challenging backgrounds. The metal housing, integrated display, and intuitive operation simplify setup and diagnostics right at the machine. IO-Link versions enable parameterization, process values, and additional status information for flexible integration into modern automation systems. This makes the Q4X particularly well-suited for packaging, assembly, quality control, and wash-down environments.

For which applications is this product family particularly well-suited?

• Distance measurement and object detection in packaging, assembly, and quality control
• Detection of dark, shiny, transparent, or low-contrast objects against challenging backgrounds
• Use in rugged industrial and wash-down environments where simple on-site diagnostics are required

DF-G fiber-optic amplifiers from Banner Engineering are suitable for detection tasks in tight, hard-to-reach, or challenging machine areas. The evaluation unit remains easily accessible, while fiber-optic sensors are placed directly at the measurement point. Very short response times, dual displays, teach modes, and IO-Link variants simplify setup and diagnostics. Special versions, such as ambient light receivers, light receivers for inspection tasks, or IR variants, enable additional applications—ranging from ambient light detection and small-part detection to level detection, such as on water surfaces.

For which applications is this product family particularly well-suited? 

• Counting small parts, edges, and components in confined machine spaces
• Detection in packaging, assembly, and inspection processes using remote fiber optics
• Special applications such as ambient light detection, light source detection, or level detection using IR variants

LX light curtains from Banner Engineering detect small, flat, or irregularly positioned objects during operation. The transmitter and receiver generate a cross-beam pattern that detects objects at virtually any position within the light field. This makes the sensors ideal for leading-edge detection, parts counting, ejection monitoring, and package detection on conveyor lines. Fast response times, various lengths, and two range options allow for adaptation to high-throughput machinery, packaging, and logistics applications.

For which applications is this product family particularly well-suited? 

• Leading-edge detection of packages, poly bags, envelopes, and flat objects
• Parts counting and ejection control in packaging and assembly processes
• Surface detection on conveyor lines, feeders, and material handling systems

SLM photoelectric slot sensors from Banner Engineering are rugged, quick-to-install sensors for precise part, edge, and count detection. The transmitter and receiver are precisely aligned within a rigid U-shaped metal housing, reducing installation effort and minimizing alignment errors. With various slit widths, visible red light, potentiometer adjustment, and light or dark operation, the sensors can be flexibly adapted to conveyor systems, feeders, packaging machines, and web edge controls. The IP67 housing ensures reliable operation in industrial environments.

For which applications is this product family particularly well-suited? 

• Counting and detecting small parts on conveyor belts, rails, and feeders
• Edge, gear, and position detection in machinery and packaging systems
• Presence, orientation, and ejection checks for components, syringes, bottles, or small parts

The B25 Wide Beam Sensor from Banner Engineering reliably detects small, irregularly shaped, and transparent objects on conveyor lines. The 25 mm wide red LED light beam, with a range of up to 2 m, ensures stable leading-edge detection, even when creases, flaps, or reflections make detection difficult. Dynamic Teach, automatic sensitivity adjustment, and drift filtering reduce false triggers caused by belt seams, dust, or changing conditions. Users benefit from quick one-button commissioning, IO-Link integration, a compact design, and reliable material flow in logistics, automotive, and e-commerce applications.

For which applications is this product family particularly well-suited? 

• Leading-edge detection of thin packages, mailers, and poly bags in warehousing and logistics facilities
• Detection of small or irregularly shaped objects on high-speed conveyor belts
• Detection of plastic parts and flat components in automotive and material-handling applications