18 mm sensor with 0-10V and 4-20mA analog output and TEACH-mode programming
Features
• Fast 75 ms response time
• Easy-to-use TEACH mode programming; no potentiometer adjustments
• Small self-contained package, no auxiliary controller needed
• Rugged encapsulated design for harsh environments
• Choose 2 meter or 9 meter unterminated cable, or 5-pin Euro-style QD connector
• Product motion not required for sensing
• Remote Teach available in both Static and Dynamic modes
• Alarm output for signal maximum
• Programming for either positive or negative analog slope based on teach order
Models
Model Cable* D:S Ratio Sensing Face Supply Voltage Output
M18TUP8 5-wire, 2 m (6.5') shielded cable
8:1 Integrated lens
12 to 30V dc
0 to 10V dc ana-
log, plus PNP
Alarm
M18TUP8Q 5-pin Euro-style integral QD
M18TUP6E 5-wire, 2 m (6.5') shielded cable
6:1
Enclosed Plastic face
(for food industry use)
M18TUP6EQ 5-pin, Euro-style integral QD
M18TUP14 5-wire, 2 m (6.5') shielded cable
14:1
Germanium lens
M18TUP14Q 5-pin, Euro-style integral QD
M18TIP8 5-wire, 2 m (6.5') shielded cable
8:1
Integrated lens
4 - 20 mA ana-
log, plus PNP
Alarm
M18TIP8Q 5-pin Euro-style integral QD
M18TIP6E 5-wire, 2 m (6.5') shielded cable
6:1
Enclosed Plastic face
(for food industry use)
M18TIP6EQ 5-pin, Euro-style integral QD
M18TIP14 5-wire, 2 m (6.5') shielded cable
14:1
Germanium lens
M18TIP14Q 5-pin, Euro-style integral QD
* For 9 m (30') cable, add suffix "W/30" to the model number of any cabled model (e.g., M18TUP8 W/30). A model with a QD connector
requires an accessory mating cable. See Quick-Disconnect Cables on page 8 for more information.
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this product as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to serious injury
or death. This product does NOT include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in
personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an energized or de-ener-
gized sensor output condition.
T-GAGE™ M18T Series Infrared Temperature Sensors
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Overview
The T-GAGE analog sensor is a passive, non-contacting, temperature-based de-
vice. It is used to detect object(s) temperature within a sensing window and out-
put a proportional voltage or current.
While it looks and operates just like an Expert™ photoelectric sensor, the T-
GAGE detects the infrared light energy emitted by objects, instead of its own
emitted light. The sensor uses a thermopile detector, made up of multiple infra-
red-sensitive elements (thermocouples) to detect this infrared energy within its
field of view (see Figure 2).
Potential applications include:
• Hot part detection (baked goods, metals, bottles, rubber)
• Ejection verification of injection-molded parts
• Flame process verification
• Hot glue detection (packaging equipment, book binding, product assembly)
• Cold part detection (frozen foods, ice, dairy)
• Roller monitoring
NOTE: The T-GAGE M18T sensor is not intended for
absolute temperature measurement or for safety-re-
lated fire detection use.
Figure 1. Sensor Features
1Power/Teach LED
2Alarm Output LED
3TEACH Push Button
Sensing Field of View
The sensing range is determined by the sensor’s field of view (FOV), or viewing angle, combined with the size of the object(s) being
detected (see Figure 2). The sensor’s distance-to- spot size ratio (D:S ratio) is inversely related to the viewing angle; a sensor with a
small viewing angle will have a large D:S ratio. The T-GAGE M18T sensors have D:S ratios of 6:1, 8:1 or 14:1. For a sensor with an 8:1
D:S ratio, the sensor’s spot size is a 1" diameter circle at a distance of 8"; farther from the sensor face the spot size will be larger.
200 400 600 800 1000
Distance (mm)
Spot Size
(see table)
Sensor D:S
Ratio
Distance from Sensor Face Versus Spot Size
100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 Distance (mm)
6:1 17 33 50 67 83 100 117 133 150 167
Spot Size (mm)8:1 13 25 38 50 63 75 88 100 113 125
14:1 7 14 21 29 36 43 50 57 64 71
Figure 2. Detection spot size versus distance from sensor
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Apparent Temperature
Two factors that have a large influence on apparent temperature are the object’s emissivity and whether or not the object fills the sensor’s
field of view.
Object Emissivity:
A “blackbody” is a “perfect” emitter, with an emissivity of 1.0 at all temperatures and wavelengths. Most surfaces emit only a
fraction of the amount of thermal energy that a blackbody would. Typical T-GAGE applications will be sensing objects with
emissivities ranging from 0.5 to 0.95. Many references are available with tables of emissivity coefficients for common materi-
als. In general, shiny unpainted metals have low emissivity, while non-glossy surfaces have high emissivity.
Shiny surfaces: a mirror or shiny surface can redirect an object’s emitted energy to an undesired location, or even bring
additional unintended thermal energy into the sensor’s field of view (see Application Note on page 6).
Object Size:
If the object being detected does not fill the sensor’s field of view, then the sensor will average the temperature of that object
and whatever else is in the sensing field of view. For the sensor to collect the maximum amount of energy, the object should
completely fill the sensor’s field of view. However, in some applications, when the object is too small, this may not be possi-
ble. In such cases, if the object is hot enough, the thermal contrast may still be adequate to trigger the sensor’s output.
Alarm Output
The alarm output will activate when the analog output is at 10V or 20mA, depending on model (see Figure 3).
Analog Output
The T-GAGE analog sensor can be programmed for either positive or
negative output slope, based on the teach order (see Figure 3). If the
cold limit is taught first, the slope will be positive; if the hot limit is taught
first, the slope will be negative. Banner’s scalable output automatically
distributes the output signal over the width of the programmed sensing
window.
0First
Taught
Condition
Cold
Condition
Positive Slope: Cold condition taught first
Negative Slope: Hot condition taught first
Alarm
Output
ON
Alarm
Output
ON
Hot
Condition
Second
Taught
Condition
10
4
20
Analog Output (V dc)
Analog Output (mA)
Positive Slope
Negative Slope
Figure 3. Analog/Alarm outputs as a function of taught
conditions
Sensor Programming
Two TEACH methods may be used to program the sensor:
• Teach individual minimum and maximum limits (Two-Point Static Teach), or
• Dynamic Teach for on-the-fly programming.
The sensor may be programmed either via its push button, or via a remote switch. Remote programming also may be used to disable the
push button, preventing unauthorized personnel from adjusting the programming settings. To access this feature, connect a normally
open switch between the sensor’s gray wire and dc common or connect the gray wire to a digital input (PLC).
NOTE: The impedance of the Remote Teach input is 3 kΩ.
Programming is accomplished by following the sequence of input pulses (see Teaching Limits Using Two-Point Static TEACH on page
4). The duration of each pulse (corresponding to a push button “click”), and the period between multiple pulses, are defined as “T”:
0.04 seconds < T < 0.8 seconds
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Status Indicators
Power ON/
OFF LED
Indicates
OFF Power is OFF
ON Green Sensor is in Run mode
ON Red TEACH is active
Alarm Output
LED
Indicates
OFF Run Mode: Alarm output is OFF
TEACH Mode: Waiting for Span condition
ON Yellow Run Mode: Alarm output is energized
TEACH Mode: Waiting for Null condition
Flashing Yellow Dynamic TEACH active
Teaching Limits Using Two-Point Static TEACH
Two-Point TEACH is the traditional setup method, used when two conditions can be presented individually by the user. The sensor es-
tablishes the Null (0V or 4mA) output condition with the first taught condition and the Span (10V or 20mA) output condition with the
second taught condition, and it scales between these points.
General Notes on Programming
• The sensor will return to RUN mode if the first TEACH condition is not registered within 60 seconds
• After the first limit is taught, the sensor will remain in PROGRAM mode until the TEACH sequence is finished
Two-Point TEACH Procedure Result
Push Button Remote Line (0.04 sec < T < 0.8 sec)
Programming
Mode
• Push and hold
push button for 2
seconds
No action required • Power LED turns Red
• Alarm LED turns ON
Learn Null
Condition
• Present condition
for Null output
• "Click" the push
button
• Present condition for Null output
• Single-pulse the remote line
T
• Alarm LED turns OFF
Learn Span
Condition
• Present condition
for Span output
• "Click" the push
button
• Present condition for Span output
• Single-pulse the remote line
T
Teach Accepted
• Power LED turns Green
• Sensor automatically sets the analog
range and returns to Run mode
Teach Unacceptable
Sensor returns to beginning of Teach
Exit Without
Save
• Push and hold
push button for 2
seconds
• Hold remote line low for 2 sec-
onds
2 seconds
Sensor returns to Run mode without sav-
ing new settings
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Teaching Limits Using Dynamic TEACH
Dynamic TEACH is a method of setting the sensor’s limits while the application is active. Dynamic TEACH will sense the high and low
temperature limits of the process and automatically set the analog range between these limits.
The output slope will remain in the direction of the most recently taught Two-Point Static TEACH or default to positive.
Dynamic TEACH Procedure Result
Push Button Remote Line (0.04 sec < T < 0.8 sec)
Programming
Mode
• Push and hold
push button for 2
seconds
No action required • Power LED turns Red
• Alarm LED turns OFF
Enter Dynam-
ic TEACH
Process
• "Double-click" the
push button
• Double-pulse the remote line
T T
T
• Sensor begins dynamic learning
process
• Alarm LED flashes Yellow @ 2 Hz
End Dynamic
TEACH Proc-
ess
• "Single-click" the
push button
• Single-pulse the remote line
T
• Sensor ends data collection; sets
Null and Span limits
• Power LED turns Green
• Sensor returns to Run mode
Changing Direction of Output Slope
The following procedure changes the direction of the analog output slope from negative to positive or from positive to negative. See
Analog Output on page 3 for an explanation of the analog output slope.
Procedure Result
Push Button Remote Line (0.04 sec < T < 0.8 sec)
Change Output
Slope Direction
Not available via push
button
• Three-pulse the remote line
T T
T
T
T
• Output slope changes from negative
to positive or from positive to nega-
tive
Push Button Lockout
The push button lockout feature enables or disables the push button to prevent unauthorized adjustment of the program settings.
Procedure Result
Push Button Remote Line (0.04 sec < T < 0.8 sec)
Push But-
ton Lockout
Not available via push but-
ton
• Four-pulse the remote line
T T
TTT
T T
• Push button is either enabled or dis-
abled, depending on previous condi-
tion
Installation Notes
Align the sensor toward the object to be detected. Visually align if possible, or use the alignment device accessory listed in Additional
Accessories on page 9.
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Specifications
Temperature Measurement Range
0º to 300º C (32º to 572º F) standard;
custom ranges available
Sensing Range
Depends on object size and sensing field of view (see
Sensing Field of View on page 2)
Wavelength
8 to 14 µm
Distance to Spot Size (D:S) Ratio
6:1, 8:1, or 14:1, depending on model
Supply Voltage
12 to 30V dc (10% maximum ripple)
@ less than 35 mA (exclusive of load)
Output Configuration
Analog: 0-10V or 4-20 mA, depending on model
Alarm: PNP (current sourcing)
Output Protection
Protected against short circuit conditions
Output Ratings
Analog Voltage: 2.5 kΩ minimum load resistance
Analog Current: 1 kΩ max. @ 24V input; max. load
resistance = [(Vcc - 4)/0.02]Ω
For current output (4-20mA models): Ideal results
are achieved when the total load resistance R = [(Vin -
4)/0.02]Ω. Example, at Vin = 24 V dc, R ~= 1kΩ (1
watt)
Alarm: Off-state leakage: < 10 microamps; Satura-
tion: < 1.2 V @ 10 mA and < 1.6V @ 100 mA
Delay at Power-Up
1.5 seconds
Output Response Time
75 ms (for a 95% step change)
Repeatability
± 1% of measurement, or ± 1º C, whichever is greater
Minimum Taught Differential
10º C
Linearity
From 0º to 50º C: ±2ºC
From 50º to 300º C: ±1ºC or ±1%, whichever is great-
er
Adjustments
TEACH-Mode programming
Indicators
One bicolor (Green/Red) status LED, one Yellow LED
(see Status Indicators on page 4)
Remote Teach Input
Impedance: 3 kΩ minimum load resistance
Construction
Threaded Barrel: 304 stainless steel
Push Button Housing: ABS/PC
Push Button: Santoprene
Lightpipes: Acrylic
Operating Conditions
Temperature: -20º to +70º C (-4º to 158º F)
Environmental Rating
Leakproof design is rated IEC IP67; NEMA 6
Temperature Warm-Up Time
5 minutes
Certifications
for voltage models (M18TU..)
Current models (M18TI..) are pending CE
Application Note
Following are examples of materials with high and low emissivity. (Many more examples can be found in sources such as the Internet.)
Sensor-Friendly Materials
(High Emissivity)
Materials to Sense with Caution
(Low Emissivity - Test, Test, Test!)
• Aluminum - anodized
• Asphalt
• Brick
• Carbon - lampblack or plate material
• Cardboard - corrugated or chipboard
• Concrete
• Glass - smooth, lead, or borosilicate
(e.g., Pyrex®)
• Gypsum (including finished boards)
• Ice
• Iron and steel (except bright galvanized)
• Paper - most types, regardless of color
• Styrofoam® insulation
• Plastics
• Water
• Wood
• Rubber (e.g., tires)
• Aluminum - plain or highly polished
• Copper
• Galvanized iron
• Stainless steel
• Vapor-deposited materials
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Dimensions
Cabled Models QD Models
Hookups
3
1
2
4
5
12-30V dc
Shield
Remote
Teach
–
+
Load
0-10V dc
or 4-20 mA
Cable and QD hookups are functionally identical.
NOTE: It is recommended that the shield wire be connected to earth ground or dc common. Shielded cord-
sets are recommended for all QD models.
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Accessories
Quick-Disconnect Cables
Style Model Length Dimensions Pinout
5-pin Euro-style
straight, with shield
MQDEC2-506 2 m (6.5')
M12 x 1
ø 15 mm
(0.6")
44 mm max.
(1.7")
2
3
4
1
5
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray
MQDEC2-515 5 m (15')
MQDEC2-530 9 m (30')
5-pin Euro-style right-
angle, with shield
MQDEC2-506RA 2 m (6.5')
38 mm m ax.
(1.5")
M 12 x 1
ø 15 m m
(0.6")
38 mm m ax.
(1.5")
MQDEC2-515RA 5 m (15')
MQDEC2-530RA 9 m (30')
Accessory Mounting Brackets
Model Description
SMB18A • 12-gauge, stainless steel, right-angle mounting bracket
with a curved mounting slot for versatility and orientation
• Clearance for M4 (#8) hardware
SMB18SF • 18 mm swivel bracket
• Black thermoplastic polyester
• Includes stainless steel hardware
SMB18UR • 2-piece universal 18 mm swivel bracket
• 300 series stainless steel
• Includes stainless steel swivel locking hardware
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Additional Accessories
Air-Purge Collar
APC-18
• Positive air pressure prevents water, dust, and other air-
borne contaminants from collecting on the sensor face.
• Air flow helps cool sensors affected by ambient heat in
the sensing environment.
• Works with many of Banner’s 18 mm threaded-barrel
photoelectric and temperature sensors.
Note: Because air temperature affects the speed of
sound, the Collar should not be used with ultrasonic
sensors.
(Sensor not included)
Collar
Laser Alignment
Tool
LAT1812
• Enables easy sensor alignment at long distances.
• Kit includes one SMB1812 bracket and M12 laser emitter.
• Thread bracket housing onto barrel of mounted sensor;
M12 laser emitter inserted into housing provides a precise
laser spot for aiming temperature sensor. (Refer to Banner
data sheet p/n 122529 for more information.)
• Remove laser emitter before using sensor.
SMB1812 Bracket
M12 Laser Emitter
Shown with
T-GAGE M18T
attached
Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty
Banner Engineering Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year following the date of
shipment. Banner Engineering Corp. will repair or replace, free of charge, any product of its manufacture which, at the time it is returned
to the factory, is found to have been defective during the warranty period. This warranty does not cover damage or liability for misuse,
abuse, or the improper application or installation of the Banner product.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (IN-
CLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), AND
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