Banner Engineering RGAGE50 QT50R and SA1T family sensors User Manual
Banner Engineering Corporation QT50R and SA1T family sensors
User Manual
Datasheet
Radar-Based Sensors for Detecon of Moving and Staonary Targets
• FMCW (true-presence) radar detects moving and staonary objects
• Higher sensivity and longer range
• Adjustable sensing eld — ignores objects beyond setpoint
• Easy setup and conguraon of range, sensivity, and output with simple DIP switches
• Sensing funcons are unaected by wind, falling rain or snow, fog, humidity, air
temperatures, or light
• Sensor operates in Industrial, Scienc, and Medical (ISM) telecommunicaon band
• Rugged IP67 housing withstands harsh environments
Protected by US patents
CAUTION: Make No Modicaons to this Product
Any modicaons to this product not expressly approved by Banner Engineering could void the user's authority to
operate the product. Contact Banner Engineering for more informaon.
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protecon
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protecon. Doing so could lead to serious injury or death.
This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in personnel safety
applicaons. A sensor failure or malfuncon can cause either an energized or de-energized sensor output
condion.
Models
Model Versions 1Maximum
Range Connecon Supply Voltage Telecom Approval2Output
QT50R-US
24 m (78 ) 5-wire 2 m
(6.5 )
Integral cable
12 to 30 V dc Telecom approved for US, Canada and Brazil
Bipolar NPN/PNP
DIP-switch-selectable
N.O. or N.C.
QT50R-EU Telecom approved for Europe, UK, Australia,
New Zealand, China, and Japan
QT50R-KR 12 to 24 V dc Telecom approved for South Korea
QT50R-TW 12 to 30 V dc Telecom approved for Taiwan
QT50R-SG Telecom approved for Singapore
1Cabled models only are listed. For integral 5-pin Euro-style (M12) quick-disconnect ng, add sux "Q" to the model number (e.g., QT50R-xx-
AFHQ). QD models require a mang cordset; see Quick Disconnect (QD) Cordsets on page 6.
2For addional countries, contact Banner Engineering.
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Overview
The R-GAGE sensor emits a well-dened beam of high-frequency radio waves
from an internal antenna. Some of this emied energy reects back to the
receiving antenna. Signal processing electronics in the sensor determine the
distance from the sensor to the object based on the me delay of the return
signal. The sensor can be congured (via DIP switches) to sense objects up to
a specic distance, ignoring objects beyond this distance (also called
background suppression).
D
X Y
Setpoint
Figure 1. R-GAGE Setpoint
Figure 2. R-Gage Features
1. Power LED: Green (power ON)
2. Signal Strength LED: Red (ashes in
proporon to the signal strength)
3. Output LEDs: Yellow (output energized); Red
(conguraon)
Access the DIP switches behind the threaded cap on
the sensor back (not shown)
R-GAGE setpoint distances, minimum and maximum (sensor will detect objects up to setpoint and ignore objects beyond the setpoint)
EU, KR Models TW, US Models
X Minimum setpoint distance 2 m (6.6 ) 3.5 m (11.5 )
Y Maximum setpoint distance 24 m (78.7 ) 24 m (78.7 )
D Dead Zone3
Sensor Conguraon
The sensing zone distance, sensivity, and output conguraon can be selected via the DIP switches on the back of the sensor. Use the
included spanner to open the screw-o cover on the back of the sensor and access the DIP switches.
Important: Tighten the DIP switch cover a full quarter turn aer contact to maintain the waterght seal.
DIP Switch Funcons
Switch Funcon
1, 2, 3 Sensing distance (detects objects from sensor face to this point)
4, 5 Sensivity (higher sensivity sees weaker objects and has a larger beam paern)
6 Normally open/normally closed output funconality
7, 8 Response Speed
DIP switch 1 is on the le and DIP switch 8 is on the right.
Distance Sengs
* Default sengs
3Typical dead zone: 0.4 m (1.3 ) for moving and 1.0 m (3.3 ) for staonary targets, but varies with target reecvity
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Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Distance
EU, KR Models TW, US Models
0 0 0 2 m (6.6 ) 3.5 m (11.5 )
0 0 1 3 m (9.8 ) 4 m (13.1 )
0 1 0 4 m (13.1 ) 5 m (16.4 )
0 1 1 6 m (19.7 ) 6 m (19.7 )
1* 0* 0* 8 m (26.2 ) 8 m (26.2 )
1 0 1 12 m (39.4 ) 12 m (39.4 )
1 1 0 16 m (52.5 ) 16 m (52.5 )
1 1 1 24 m (78.7 ) 24 m (78.7 )
Note: Highest sensivity is achieved only if sensing distance is 8 m (26.2 ) or less.
Note: Near-eld sensivity boost is enabled when set to 4 m (13.1 ) or less.
Sensivity Selecon
Switch 4 Switch 5 Sensivity
0* 0* 4 (Highest)
0 1 3 (High)
1 0 2 (Medium)
1 1 1 (Low)
* Default sengs
Note: Use the sensivity selecon to ignore unwanted weak reecons within the eld of view, and not to narrow
the beam width. Narrow-beam R-GAGE sensor models are available.
Output Conguraon
* Default sengs
Switch 6 NO/NC
0* NO
1 NC
Response Speed
Switch 7 Switch 8 On Total (ms) O Total (ms) Total (ms)
0 0 30 70 100
0* 1* 50 300 350
1 0 30 1000 1030
1 1 120 6000 6120
* Default sengs
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Specicaons
Range
The sensor is able to detect a proper object (see Detectable Objects) from 1 to
24 m (3.3 to 78.7 ), depending on target
Detectable Objects
Objects containing metal, water, or similar high-dielectric materials
Operang Principle
Frequency modulated connuous-wave (FMCW) radar
Operang Frequency
TW Models: 24.075–24.175 GHz, ISM Band US,
EU, KR, SG Models: 24.050-24.250 GHz, ISM Band
Maximum Output Power
ERP: 3.3 mW, 5 dBm
EIRP: 100 mW, 20 dBm
Supply Voltage
12 to 30 V dc, less than 100 mA, exclusive of load
For KR models: 12 to 24 V dc, less than 100 mA exclusive of load
Supply Protecon Circuitry
Protected against reverse polarity and transient overvoltages
Delay at Power-up
Less than 2 seconds
Output Conguraon
Bipolar NPN/PNP output, 150mA; DIP switch 6 selects N.O. (default) or N.C.
operaon
Output Protecon
Protected against short circuit condions
Response Time
DIP switches 7 & 8 select ON/OFF response me
Indicators
Power LED: Green (power ON)
Signal Strength LED: Red, ashes in proporon to signal strength. Steady on at
4x excess gain. Only indicates signal amplitude, not target distance.
Output LEDs: Yellow (output energized) / Red (conguraon)
See Figure 2 on page 2
Adjustments
DIP-switch-congurable sensing distance, sensivity, response me, and
output conguraon
Construcon
Housing: ABS/polycarbonate
Lightpipes: Acrylic
Access Cap: Polyester
Operang Temperature
−40 °C to +65 °C (−40 °F to +149 °F)
Environmental Rang
IEC IP67
Connecons
Integral 5-wire 2 m (6.5 ) cable or M12 Euro-style QD ng. QD models
require a mang cordset
Cercaons
ETSI/EN 300 440
FCC part 15
RSS-210
ANATEL Category II
CMIIT Category G
ARIB STD T-73
KC mark - MSIP/RRA
NCC
IDA Singapore
for others, contact Banner Engineering
Country of Origin: USA
FCC ID: UE3QT50RUS—This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operaon is subject to the following two condions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC ID: UE3RGAGE50—This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
IC: 7044A-QT50RCA—This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
Cet appareil est conforme aux CNR exempts de licence d'Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions
suivantes:(1) Ce dispositif ne peut causer des interférences; et(2) Ce dispositif doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les
interférences qui peuvent entraîner un mauvais fonctionnement de l'appareil.
Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito à proteção
contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo po e não pode
causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário.
SRD24-IO3B24100.2TR0.1 South Korea Class A Cercaon
A 급 기기 ( 업무용 방송통신기자재 )
이기기는 업무용 (A 급 ) 으로 전자파적합기기로
서 판매자 또는 사용자는 이 점을 주의하시기
바라며 , 가정외의 지역에서 사용하는 것을 목
적으로 합니다 .
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Beam Paern
Typical Beam Paern (with BRTR-CC20E Radar Target, Radar Cross Secon = 50
m2)Typical Beam Paern (with 4 dierent targets) at highest sensivity level
Le-Right Beam Paern
20 m
10 m
0 m
10 m
20 m
0 10 m 20 m 30 m 40 m
Sensitivity 1
1
2
3
4
Sensitivity 4
Distance
Le-Right Beam Paern
20 m
10 m
0 m
10 m
20 m
0 10 m 20 m 30 m 40 m
Target 4
Target 1
1
2
3
4
Distance
1–4: Indicates sensivity level 1: Weak Object (Radar cross secon = 0.25 m2)
2: Car (Radar cross secon = 3 m2)
3: Large Truck (Radar cross secon = 50 m2)
4: Passenger Train (Radar cross secon = 300 m2)
Note: The eecve beam paern depends on the sensivity level and target properes.
Dimensions
38.1 mm
(1.50")
46.1 mm
(1.82")
R45.0 mm
(R1.77")
66.0 mm
(2.60")
33.0 mm
(1.30")
37.0 mm
(1.46")
74.1 mm
(2.92")
50.8 mm
(2.00")
50.8 mm
(2.00")
19.7 mm
(0.78")
37.0 mm
(1.46")
M30 X 1.5
ISO-6g
4X Ø4.4 mm
(Ø 0.17")
34.2 mm
(1.35")
Windows
The R-GAGE sensor can be placed behind a glass or a plasc window, but the conguraon must be tested and the distance from the
sensor to the window must be determined and controlled prior to installaon. There is typically a 20% signal reducon when the sensor
is placed behind a window.
Polycarbonate at 4 mm thickness performs well in most situaons, but the performance depends on ller materials. Thinner (1 to 3 mm)
windows have high reecon. The amount of reecon depends on the material, thickness, and distance from the sensor to the
window.
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Locate the sensor in a posion of minimum reecon from the window, which will repeat every 6.1 mm of distance between the sensor
and the window. The posions of maximum reecon from the window repeat between the minimums, and decrease in eect unl the
window is approximately 150 mm (5.9 in) away. Consult the factory for pre-tested window materials which can be used at any distance
without issue.
Addionally, the face of the window should be protected from owing water and ice by use of a ow diverter or hood directly above the
window. Falling rain or snow in the air in front of the window, light water mist, or small beads on the face of the window are typically
not an issue. However, a thick, connuous surface of water or ice directly on the face of the window can be detected as a dielectric
boundary.
Wiring
shield (QD cordset)
3
1
2
4
5
12-30V dc
Load 1
Load 2
+
–
Wiring Key:
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray (Do not connect)
Note: Banner recommends that the shield wire (QD cordsets only) be connected to earth ground or dc common.
Shielded cordsets are recommended for all QD models.
Accessories
Quick Disconnect (QD) Cordsets
5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets—with Shield
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)
MQDEC2-506 1.83 m (6 )
Straight
44 Typ.
ø 14.5
M12 x 1
2
3
4
1
5
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray
MQDEC2-515 4.57 m (15 )
MQDEC2-530 9.14 m (30 )
MQDEC2-550 15.2 m (50 )
MQDEC2-506RA 1.83 m (6 )
Right-Angle
32 Typ.
[1.26"]
30 Typ.
[1.18"]
ø 14.5 [0.57"]
M12 x 1
MQDEC2-515RA 4.57 m (15 )
MQDEC2-530RA 9.14 m (30 )
MQDEC2-550RA 15.2 m (50 )
Note: Pin 5 is not used.
Mounng Brackets
All measurements are in mm
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SMB30SC
•Swivel bracket with 30 mm
mounng hole for sensor
•Black reinforced thermoplasc
polyester
•Stainless steel mounng and
swivel locking hardware
included
67
58
29
B
A
Hole center spacing: A=ø 50.8
Hole size: A=ø 7.0, B=ø 30.0
SMB30MM
•12-ga. stainless steel bracket
with curved mounng slots for
versale orientaon
• Clearance for M6 (¼ in)
hardware
•Mounng hole for 30 mm
sensor
70
57
A
B
C
57
Hole center spacing: A = 51, A to B = 25.4
Hole size: A = 42.6 x 7, B = ø 6.4, C = ø 30.1
Weather Deector
QT50RCK
•Required if the R-GAGE is exposed to rain or snow
• Prevents buildup of water or ice from interfering with sensor
performance
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replace, free of charge, any product of its manufacture which, at the me it is returned to the factory, is found to have been defecve during the warranty period. This warranty does not cover
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product is idened as not intended for such purposes will void the product warranty. Any modicaons to this product without prior express approval by Banner Engineering Corp will void the
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