QS18VP6FPQ8: 66468 - Banner Plastic Fiber Optic Photoelectric Sensor

The Banner QS18VP6FPQ8: 66468 Photoelectric Sensor is engineered for use with plastic fiber optic assemblies, enabling flexible and precise detection in space-constrained industrial automation setups. While the sensing range and beam profile depend on the type of connected fiber, the core sensing engine is optimized to deliver fast and accurate performance in high-throughput environments. It operates in discrete PNP output mode and supports a standard 10–30 V DC power supply, ensuring broad PLC compatibility. The quick-disconnect M12 connector allows easy installation and maintenance in control panels and machine-mounted locations.

Built with an ABS rectangular housing and an 18 mm barrel diameter, the sensor is lightweight yet durable. With an IP67 protection rating and NEMA 4X compliance, it resists water ingress, dust, and chemical exposure—making it highly suitable for harsh environments like packaging plants, electronics manufacturing, and assembly automation. The sensor features a potentiometer for manual sensitivity adjustment, as well as LED indicators for real-time status monitoring.

The QS18VP6FPQ8 performs reliably in ambient temperatures from -20°C to 70°C, with up to 95% relative humidity. It delivers high-speed switching with a 0.6 ms response time, 100 ms power-up delay, and 150 µs repeatability, ensuring precise response in dynamic applications. Its acrylic lens ensures optimal light transmission and long-lasting optical performance. To explore further, download the official QS18VP6FPQ8 datasheet or visit the Banner Engineering website. For pricing and integration assistance, contact IndMALL for expert support and customized offers.

Applications of QS18VP6FPQ8: 66468 - Banner

The QS18VP6FPQ8 Plastic Fiber Optic Sensor is perfect for environments where standard sensors cannot physically fit or direct line-of-sight sensing isn't possible. In automated packaging systems, it enables accurate detection of items through narrow gaps, on curved paths, or across small part feeders, using plastic fibers that guide the light to hard-to-reach targets.

In electronics and semiconductor assembly lines, the sensor is frequently used for detecting micro-components, verifying part presence, or confirming tray occupancy. Its fast switching time and fiber-guided beam make it reliable in high-speed and high-density operations. The M12 connector also simplifies integration into modular control panels where maintenance speed and cable flexibility are priorities.

This model is also a strong fit for robotic grippers, labeling machines, and pharmaceutical packaging where precision, hygiene, and compactness are essential. Whether you are working in a cleanroom, a food-safe zone, or a tight automation cell, the QS18VP6FPQ8 gives engineers the adaptability of fiber sensing with the trusted performance of Banner. It’s a go-to solution for precision sensing where space, speed, and flexibility matter most.