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Retroreflective sensor with polarization filter for clear object
ML7-54-G/25/136/115
Release date: 2013-04-18 12:50 Date of issue: 2013-05-13 194185_eng.xml
Dimensions
Electrical connection
Indicators/operating means
31
103
214 3
11
23
14.2
ø 3.2
12.2
7.6
15.5
Option:
WH
BN
BU
BK
+UB
Q
0 V
Q
= Light on
= Dark on
1 Operating display green
2 Signal display yellow
3 Teach-In
4 Optical center
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Model Number
ML7-54-G/25/136/115
Retroreflective sensor
with fixed cable
Features
• Reliable sensor for standard applicati-
ons
• Miniature design with versatile moun-
ting options
• Reliable recognition of reflective ob-
jects and clear glass
• Two machines in one: clear object de-
tection or reflection operating mode
with long range
• TEACH-IN switch for setting the cont-
rast detection levels
• Automatic adjustment in case of soi-
ling in contrast detection mode
• Certified by ECOLAB
Product information
Small, robust, effective, and reliable - these
are the properties of the ML7 sensor series.
Due to their small size, number of versions,
and two different lens positions, they are par-
ticularly suited for installation in tight spaces.
The robust design and high quality of Pep-
perl+Fuchs mean they can also be used
under harsh environmental conditions. The
efficient technology, switching frequencies up
to 1000 Hz, high resistance to ambient light,
and 4-in-1 output make the series suitable for
non-contact object detection.
Germany: +49 621 776 4411Pepperl+Fuchs Group
Refer to “General Notes Relating to Pepperl+Fuchs Product Information”.
USA: +1 330 486 0001 Singapore: +65 6779 9091
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Technical data
General specifications
Effective detection range 0 ... 3.5 m in TEACH mode 0 ... 5.7 m at switch position "N"
Reflector distance 0 ... 3.5 m in TEACH mode 0 ... 5.7 m at switch position "N"
Threshold detection range 7.6 m
Reference target H85-2 reflector
Light source LED
Light type modulated visible red light , 660 nm
Angle deviation max. ± 1°
Diameter of the light spot approx. 40 mm at detection range 1 m
Angle of divergence 1.7 °
Ambient light limit 40000 Lux
Functional safety related parameters
MTTFd 980 a
Mission Time (TM) 20 a
Diagnostic Coverage (DC) 0 %
Indicators/operating means
Operating display LED green, statically lit Power on , Undervoltage indicator:
Green LED, pulsing (approx. 0.8 Hz) , short-circuit : LED green
flashing (approx. 4 Hz)
Function display LED yellow: switching state ; Stability control ; Teach-In
Controls 5-step switch for setting the contrast detection levels.
Contrast detection levels 10 % - clean, water filled PET bottles
18 % - clear glass bottles
40 % - colored glass or opaque materials
adjustable due to TEACH-IN switch
Electrical specifications
Operating voltage UB10 ... 30 V DC
Ripple max. 10 %
No-load supply current I0< 20 mA at 24 V DC
Output
Switching type light on
Signal output 2 push-pull (4 in 1) outputs, complementary, short-circuit proof,
reverse polarity protected
Switching voltage max. 30 V DC
Switching current max. 100 mA
Switching frequency f 1 kHz
Response time 500 µs
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature -20 ... 60 °C (-4 ... 140 °F)
Storage temperature -40 ... 75 °C (-40 ... 167 °F)
Mechanical specifications
Protection degree IP67 / IP69K
Connection 2 m fixed cable
Material
Housing PC (glass-fiber-reinforced Makrolon)
Optical face PMMA
Mass 50 g
Compliance with standards and directi-
ves
Standard conformity
Product standard EN 60947-5-2:2007
IEC 60947-5-2:2007
Standards EN 50178, UL 508
Approvals and certificates
Protection class II, rated voltage ≤ 50 V AC with pollution degree 1-2 according
to IEC 60664-1 functional insulation acc. to DIN EN 50178
UL approval cULus
CCC approval CCC approval / marking not required for products rated ≤36 V
Suitable reflectors and cable sockets can be
found in the Internet
Accessories
Montagekit OMH-ML7-01
Mounting set consisting of bracket OMH-
ML-01 sheet OMH-ML7-03, and faste-
ning material
Montagekit OMH-ML7-02
Mounting set consisting of bracket OMH-
ML-02 sheet OMH-ML7-03, and faste-
ning material
OMH-ML7-01
Mounting bracket
OMH-ML7-02
Mounting bracket
OMH-ML7-03
Fixing plate
REF-MH23-2
Reflector with Micro-structure, rectangu-
lar 23 mm x 14 mm, diagonal mounting
hole
ORR50G
Reflector, rectangular 50.9 mm x 60.9
mm, mounting holes, fixing strap and po-
larization filter
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USA: +1 330 486 0001 Singapore: +65 6779 9091
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Adjustment instructions for Teach-In operation:
Curves/Diagrams
Curves/Diagrams
Step Switch
position
LED
green
LED
yellow
Time/
frequency
Explanations/
comments
x
y
H85-2
H60
VR10
Offset Y [mm]
Distance X [m]
Characteristic response curve
100
80
60
40
20
0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
X
H85-2
H60
VR10
Reflector type:
Stability control > 2
Stability control < 2
Stability control
Distance X [m]
Relative received light strength in switch position "I ... III"
H85-2
H60
VR10
100
10
1
0 1 2 3 4 5
4.5 m
3.4 m
1.7 m
0.1 m
0.1 m
0.06 m
X
H85-2
H60
VR10
Reflector type:
Stability control > 2
Stability control < 2
Stability control
Distance X [m]
Relative received light strength in switch position "N"
H85-2
H60
VR10
100
10
1
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
7.7 m
4.7 m
3.1 m
Additional information
Germany: +49 621 776 4411Pepperl+Fuchs Group
Refer to “General Notes Relating to Pepperl+Fuchs Product Information”.
USA: +1 330 486 0001 Singapore: +65 6779 9091
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1 N on flashes 4/s In switch position "N" directed towards
reflector.
Reflector detected without function
reserve.
N on on - In switch position "N" directed towards
reflector.
Reflector detected with function reserve
(recommended).
2 T off/on on 200 ms The selection of a new switch position is
indicated by the green LED going out for a
short time.
This also applies to the selection of the other
switch positions.
T flashes flashes 2.5 s Slow alternating flashing: Teach-In process
has been performed correctly.
Max. duration of the Teach-In process: 2 s
T flashes flashes 8/s Quick alternating flashing: Teach-In process
has not been performed correctly. (e.g.
receiver signal not sufficient, sensor not
directed correctly towards reflector).
Status is terminated by turning switch to
position N.
3/1 I on on - Contrast detection 10 % is activated. (e.g.
clean PET bottles filled with water)
3/2 II on on - Contrast detection 18% is activated. (e.g.
clear glass bottles)
3/3 III on on - Contrast detection 40 % is activated. (e.g.
coloured glass or non-transparent materials)
