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Distance sensor VDM18-100/20/122/151

VDM18-100/20/122/151
  • Analog output 4 mA ... 20 mA
  • High resolution
  • Very fast response characteristic, suitable for rapid scanning process

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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of  VDM18-100/20/122/151

Product Description
Universal distance sensor, measurement to object, 100 mm detection range, red laser light, laser class 2, 2 x PNP outputs, analog output, M12 plug
General specifications
Measuring range30 ... 100 mm
Light sourcelaser diode
typ. service life 50,000 h at Ta = +40 °C
Light typemodulated visible red light
Laser nominal ratings
NoteLASER LIGHT , DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
Laser class2
Wave length650 nm
Light spot representationapprox. 1.5 mm x 3 mm at 100 mm
Measuring methodLaser triangulation
Ambient light limit≤ 5000 Lux
Nominal ratings
Linearity error0.25 % of the measuring range
Repeat accuracy< 0.25 % of the measured value
Resolution< 0.1 % of the measuring range
Temperature drift< 0.02 % / °C
Indicators/operating means
Operation indicatorLED green
Function indicator2 yellow LEDs: Switching status (each output) , 4 green LEDs: Operating mode
Control elementsControl panel : Adjuster for switch point , Operating mode , Analog output ( S - Set , T - Toggle )
Parameterization indicatorLED red
Electrical specifications
Operating voltage18 ... 30 V DC
No-load supply current≤ 40 mA at 24 V DC
Protection classII , rated voltage ≤ 50 V DC
Time delay before availability≤ 300 ms
Output
Signal output2 PNP outputs, independent
Switching currentmax. 100 mA
Measurement output1 analog output 4 ... 20 mA, short-circuit/overload protected , Rmax = 500 Ohm
Switching frequency≤ 1 kHz
Response time0.4 ms
Compliance with standards and directives
Directive conformity
EMC Directive 2004/108/ECEN 60947-5-2
Standard conformity
Laser classDIN EN 60825-1:2008, IEC 60825-1:2007
Approvals and certificates
UL approvalcULus Listed
ApprovalsCE, cULus
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature-10 ... 60 °C (14 ... 140 °F)
Storage temperature-20 ... 80 °C (-4 ... 176 °F)
Mechanical specifications
Degree of protectionIP67
ConnectionM12 connector, 8-pin
Material
HousingABS , impact resistant
Optical facePMMA
Massapprox. 43 g
Dimensions
Height50 mm
Width17 mm
Depth50 mm

Classifications

SystemClasscode
ECLASS 13.027270916
ECLASS 12.027270916
ECLASS 11.027270801
ECLASS 10.0.127270801
ECLASS 9.027270801
ECLASS 8.027270801
ECLASS 5.127270801
ETIM 9.0EC001825
ETIM 8.0EC001825
ETIM 7.0EC001825
ETIM 6.0EC001825
ETIM 5.0EC001825
UNSPSC 12.141111613

Details: VDM18-100/20/122/151

Product Documentation: VDM18-100/20/122/151

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Manual VDM18/151ENGPDF1008 KB

Design / Simulation: VDM18-100/20/122/151

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CAD 3-D / CAD 3-DALLSTP248 KB
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Approvals: VDM18-100/20/122/151

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Canada USA UL Ordinary LocationE87056ALLLINK---
EU Pepperl+FuchsPF08CERT1244ALLPDF503 KB

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