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Distance sensor VDM28-50-R1/73c/136

VDM28-50-R1/73c/136
  • Retroreflective laser distance sensor
  • Measuring method PRT (Pulse Ranging Technology)
  • Accurate, clear, and reproducible measuring results
  • Red laser as the light emitter
  • Laser class 1, eyesafe

Please note: All product-related documents, such as certificates, declarations of conformity, etc., which were issued prior to the conversion under the name Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH or Pepperl+Fuchs AG, also apply to Pepperl+Fuchs SE.

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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of  VDM28-50-R1/73c/136

Product Description
Universal distance sensor, measurement to reflector, measuring method PRT, 50 m detection range, red laser light, laser class 1, push-pull output, M12 plug
General specifications
Measuring range0.2 ... 50 m
Reference targetOFR-100/100
Light sourcelaser diode
typ. service life 85,000 h at Ta = +25 °C
Light typemodulated visible red light
Laser nominal ratings
NoteLASER LIGHT , DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
Laser class1
Wave length660 nm
Beam divergence< 1.5 mrad
Pulse lengthapprox. 4 ns
Repetition rate250 kHz
max. pulse energy< 1.5 nJ
Angle deviationmax. ± 2°
Measuring methodPulse Ranging Technology (PRT)
Diameter of the light spot< 50 mm at a distance of 50 m at 20 °C
Ambient light limit50000 Lux
Temperature influencetyp. ≤ 0.25 mm/K
Functional safety related parameters
MTTFd200 a
Mission Time (TM)10 a
Diagnostic Coverage (DC)0 %
Indicators/operating means
Operation indicatorLED green
Function indicator2 LEDs yellow for switching state
Teach-in indicatorTeach-In: LED green/yellow equiphase flashing; 2.5 Hz
Teach Error:LED green/yellow non equiphase flashing; 8.0 Hz
Control elements5-step rotary switch for operating modes selection (threshold setting and operating modes)
Control elementsSwitch for setting the threshold values
Electrical specifications
Operating voltage10 ... 30 V DC , class 2
Ripple10 % within the supply tolerance
No-load supply current≤ 70 mA / 24 V DC
Time delay before availability1.5 s
Output
Signal output2 push-pull (4 in 1) outputs, short-circuit protected, reverse polarity protected
Switching voltagemax. 30 V DC
Switching currentmax. 100 mA
Switching frequency50 Hz
Response time10 ms
Conformity
Electromagnetic compatibilityEN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4
Laser safetyIEC 60825-1:2007
Measurement accuracy
Absolute accuracy± 25 mm
Repeat accuracy< 5 mm
Approvals and certificates
Protection classIII
UL approvalcULus Listed, Class 2 Power Source, Type 1 enclosure
CCC approvalCCC approval / marking not required for products rated ≤36 V
FDA approvalIEC 60825-1:2007 Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature-30 ... 55 °C (-22 ... 131 °F)
Storage temperature-30 ... 70 °C (-22 ... 158 °F)
Mechanical specifications
Degree of protectionIP67
Connection4-pin, M12 x 1 connector
Material
Housingplastic
Optical facePMMA
Mass90 g
Dimensions
Height88 mm
Width25.8 mm
Depth54.6 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: VDM28-50-R1/73c/136

Function

The VDM28 distance measurement device employs Pulse Ranging Technology (PRT). It has a repeat accuracy of 5 mm with an operating range of 0.2 ... 50 m and an absolute accuracy of 25 mm.

The compact housing of the Series 28 photoelectric sensors, with dimensions of 88 mm (height), 26 mm (width) and 54 mm (depth), make it the smallest device available in its class.

Product Documentation: VDM28-50-R1/73c/136

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Brief InstructionsLanguageFile TypeFile Size
Instruction leaflet / BeipackzettelALLPDF708 KB

Design / Simulation: VDM28-50-R1/73c/136

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CADLanguageFile TypeFile Size
CAD 3-D / CAD 3-DALLSTP2222 KB
CAD Portal / CAD PortalALLLINK---

Approvals: VDM28-50-R1/73c/136

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CertificatesCertificate No.LanguageFile TypeFile Size
Canada USA UL Ordinary LocationE87056ALLLINK---
IO-Link Manufacturer DeclarationPF 13 CERT 2631ALLPDF275 KB
Declaration of Conformity
EU-Declaration of conformity / EU-KonformitätserklärungDOC-0845CALLPDF308 KB
UK-Declaration of conformity / UK-KonformitätserklärungDOC-5273ALLPDF297 KB

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Reflector with Micro-structure, rectangular 50.9 mm x 50.9 mm, mounting holes, fixing strapfa
Mounting aid for round steel ø 12 mm or sheet 1.5 mm ... 3 mmfa
Mounting bracket: mounting aid for sensors in the RL* seriesfa
Mounting aid for RL* seriesfa
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Mounting bracket for rear wall mountingfa
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Weld slag cover modelfa
dove tail mounting clampfa
dove tail mounting clampfa
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Reflective tape 100 mm x 100 mmfa
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Reflector with Micro-structure, rectangular 82 mm x 60 mm, mounting holesfa
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Metal enclosure for inserting protective panes or aperturesfa
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Female cordset single-ended M12 straight A-coded, 4-pin, PVC cable greyfa
16.00  USD
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Female cordset single-ended M12 angled A-coded, 4-pin, PUR cable greyfa
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Female cordset single-ended M12 straight A-coded, 4-pin, PUR cable greyfa
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