QS186LEQ5: 71324 - Banner NEMA 6 Photoelectric Sensor

Built for extreme reliability, the QS186LEQ5: 71324 from Banner is a Class 1 laser photoelectric sensor that delivers dependable performance with a sensing range of up to 30000 mm. Its visible red laser beam operates at a wavelength of 650 nm, allowing highly accurate detection over long distances. The device features an IP67 ingress protection rating and is NEMA 6 certified, ensuring resistance against water immersion, dust, and environmental contaminants—critical for washdown areas and outdoor machinery. The sensor is housed in a durable ABS rectangular enclosure with an M18 mount and includes a PMMA lens for improved optical clarity. With a 4-pin M12 quick-disconnect connector, it offers simple integration into existing control systems. It operates on a wide 10–30 V DC power supply and features LED indicators for quick status feedback. The power-up delay is 250 ms, allowing stable initialization before operation. Despite lacking a potentiometer or manual adjustment, the QS186LEQ5 excels in plug-and-play deployment with factory-set parameters, ideal for standardizing detection processes in production lines.

Applications of Banner QS186LEQ5

The Banner QS186LEQ5 Photoelectric Sensor is engineered for demanding detection tasks where environmental durability and long-range sensing are essential. It is widely used in automated vehicle positioning, logistics pallet tracking, and high-bay warehouse automation, where detection across distances up to 30 meters is required. Its NEMA 6 rating makes it suitable for washdown zones in food and beverage manufacturing, where sensors must resist direct water exposure. This sensor is also reliable in material handling conveyors and outdoor gantry cranes that operate under rain or dust-heavy conditions. For engineers looking to reduce false triggers from ambient interference, the laser-based sensing combined with discrete I/O offers a precise, reliable signal. It’s equally valuable in educational robotics and automation labs, giving students exposure to real-world industrial-grade sensors. Whether you're retrofitting an old system or deploying a new production cell, the QS186LEQ5 offers performance, simplicity, and ruggedness in a single compact unit.