Distance sensor VDM18-300/20/122/151
- Analog output 4 mA ... 20 mA
- High resolution
- Very fast response characteristic, suitable for rapid scanning process
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 VDM18-300/20/122/151
| Product Description |
|---|
| Universal distance sensor, measurement to object, 300 mm detection range, red laser light, laser class 2, 2 x PNP outputs, analog output, M12 plug |
| General specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Measuring range | 80 ... 300 mm | |
| Light source | laser diode typ. service life 50,000 h at Ta = +40 °C |
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| Light type | modulated visible red light | |
| Laser nominal ratings | ||
| Note | LASER LIGHT , DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM | |
| Laser class | 2 | |
| Wave length | 650 nm | |
| Light spot representation | approx. 2 mm x 4.5 mm at 300 mm | |
| Measuring method | Laser triangulation | |
| Ambient light limit | ≤ 5000 Lux | |
| Nominal ratings | ||
| Linearity error | 0.25 % 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 indicator | LED green | |
| Function indicator | 2 yellow LEDs: Switching status (each output) , 4 green LEDs: Operating mode | |
| Control elements | Control panel : Adjuster for switch point , Operating mode , Analog output ( S - Set , T - Toggle ) | |
| Parameterization indicator | LED red | |
| Electrical specifications | ||
| Operating voltage | 18 ... 30 V DC | |
| No-load supply current | ≤ 40 mA at 24 V DC | |
| Protection class | II , rated voltage ≤ 50 V DC | |
| Time delay before availability | ≤ 300 ms | |
| Output | ||
| Signal output | 2 PNP outputs, independent | |
| Switching current | max. 100 mA | |
| Measurement output | 1 analog output 4 ... 20 mA, short-circuit/overload protected , Rmax = 500 Ohm | |
| Switching frequency | ≤ 1 kHz | |
| Response time | 0.4 ms | |
| Compliance with standards and directives | ||
| Directive conformity | ||
| EMC Directive 2004/108/EC | EN 60947-5-2 | |
| Standard conformity | ||
| Laser class | DIN EN 60825-1:2008, IEC 60825-1:2007 | |
| Approvals and certificates | ||
| UL approval | cULus Listed | |
| Ambient conditions | ||
| Ambient temperature | -10 ... 60 °C (14 ... 140 °F) | |
| Storage temperature | -20 ... 80 °C (-4 ... 176 °F) | |
| Mechanical specifications | ||
| Degree of protection | IP67 | |
| Connection | M12 connector, 8-pin | |
| Material | ||
| Housing | ABS , impact resistant | |
| Optical face | PMMA | |
| Mass | approx. 43 g | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Height | 50 mm | |
| Width | 17 mm | |
| Depth | 50 mm | |
Classifications
| System | Classcode |
|---|---|
| ECLASS 13.0 | 27270916 |
| ECLASS 12.0 | 27270916 |
| ECLASS 11.0 | 27270801 |
| ECLASS 10.0.1 | 27270801 |
| ECLASS 9.0 | 27270801 |
| ECLASS 8.0 | 27270801 |
| ECLASS 5.1 | 27270801 |
| ETIM 9.0 | EC001825 |
| ETIM 8.0 | EC001825 |
| ETIM 7.0 | EC001825 |
| ETIM 6.0 | EC001825 |
| ETIM 5.0 | EC001825 |
| UNSPSC 12.1 | 41111613 |
Details: VDM18-300/20/122/151
Product Documentation: VDM18-300/20/122/151
| Manuals | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual VDM18/151 | ENG | 1008 KB |
Design / Simulation: VDM18-300/20/122/151
| CAD | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAD 3-D / CAD 3-D | ALL | STP | 248 KB |
| CAD Portal / CAD Portal | ALL | LINK | --- |
Approvals: VDM18-300/20/122/151
| Certificates | Certificate No. | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada USA UL Ordinary Location | E87056 | ALL | LINK | --- |
| EU Pepperl+Fuchs | PF08CERT1244 | ALL | 503 KB |
Associated Products: VDM18-300/20/122/151
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