MLV12-54-G/76b/124/128

Retroreflective sensor with polarisation filter for glass detection

MLV12-54-G/76b/124/128
with metal connector M12; 5-pin, 90° convertible

U®

! Ultra bright LEDs for power on, stabi-

lity control and switching state

! Flashing power on LED in case of

short-circuit

! TEACH-IN switch for setting the cont-

rast detection levels

! Automatic adjustment in case of soi-

ling in contrast detection mode

! Powerful push-pull output - 200 mA for

high resistance against noise

! Not sensitive to ambient light, even

with switched energy saving lamps

! Multiple device installation possible,

no mutual interference

! Protection class II
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 Technical data
General specifications
Effective detection range
Reflector distance
Threshold detection range
Light source
Approvals
Light type
Diameter of the light spot
Angle of divergence
Ambient light limit
Indicators/operating means
Operating display
Function display
Operating elements
Contrast detection levels
Electrical specifications
Operating voltage
Protection class
Ripple
No-load supply current I0
Input
Test input
Function input
Output
Switching type
Signal output
Switching voltage
Switching current
Voltage drop
Switching frequency
Response time
Standard conformity
Standards
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
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Storage temperature
Mechanical specifications
Protection degree
Connection
Material
Housing
Optical face
Mass
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MLV12-54-G/76b/124/128
0 ... 3 m
0 ... 3 m
4 m with reflector H85
LED, 660 nm
CE, cULus
red, modulated light
approx. 80 mm at 3000 mm sensor range
1.5 °
40000 Lux
LED green, flashes in case of short-circuit
2 LEDs yellow for switching state, stability control, TEACH-IN and contrast detection
mode
rotary switch for light/dark, 5-step switch for contrast recognition adjustment
10 % - clean, water filled PET bottles
18 % - clear glass bottles
40 % - coloured glass or opaque materials
adjustable by TEACH-IN key or external wire
10 ... 30 V DC
II , rated voltage ≤ 300 V AC with degree of pollution 1-2 according to IEC 60664-1
max. 10 %
max. 55 mA
emitter deactivation at 0 V ( Imax < 4mA at UB+ = 30 VDC )
Ext. Teach-In input (ET)
Light/dark ON, switchable
1 push-pull output, short-circuit proof, protected against reverse polarity
max. 30 V DC
max. 0.2 A
Ud ≤ 2.5 V DC
f 1000 Hz
0.5 ms
EN 60947-5-2
-40 ... 60 °C (233 ... 333 K)
-40 ... 75 °C (233 ... 348 K)
IP67
Metal connector M12, 5-pin, 90° convertible
Frame: die-cast zinc, nickel-plated
Laterals: plastic PC, glass-fiber reinforced
Plastic pane
60 g
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Dimensions

MLV12-54
10 Unit Connector M12 Unit Connector M8
M4 / 4 deep
1 3 4
2 5
15

4 2
3 1
7.5
2
41.5

5
1 Operating display green

2 Switch state yellow

3 Bright/dark switch
49

4 Teach-In switch

31.8
65

ø4.5
5.3

5 Optical axis

21.3
2

5.5
7
19.5 Connection options:
Connector 90˚ adjustable position
M12x1
24
11.5
2
T
D

I
N

12

III
L

II

1 M12x1 M8x1
M8x1
3 4
Fixed cable

electrical connection
Option: ...76b/128
1 +UB

2 Q2
Test
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3 0V

4 Q1

5 ET
Teach

o = light ON, • = dark ON

TEACH-IN

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• Switch position "N" (normal operation):
Yellow LEDs light if the light beam is free, flash if the functional reserve is used, turn off if the light beam is interrupted.
• Switch position "T" (TEACH-IN operation):
Yellow LED flashes slowly after 1 second (about 1.5 Hz).
The sensor is now ready to be set to a particular contrast detection value using the mechanical switch (position I, II, or III) or an exter-
nal signal.
• Switch positions "I", "II", and "III" (contrast detection operation)
L D
Contrast detection values: I for 10 %, II for 18 %, III for 40 %.
1. Yellow LED lights continually: light path free
2. Yellow LED off: object detected
3. Yellow LED flashes quickly: unsure detection, too much contamination, functional reserve too low.
A direct switching of the contrast detection levels is possible without having to put the switch back into position "T" first.
• External teach input (ET):
In switch position "T", you can apply a pulse over a control line to plug pin 5 to select the corresponding contrast detection.
The desired contrast detection is set by applying a high pulse of a particular width:
I: 50 ms (30 ms ... 100 ms)
II: 150 ms (100 ms ... 200 ms)
III: >200 ms
• Pre-fault output (optional):
Switch position "N":
Inactive if the functional reserve is used after approx. 5 sec. Immediately inactive if 4 light beam interruptions occur within the flashing time.
Contrast detection levels:
The output goes inactive if the contamination no longer permits readjustment; the yellow LED flashes quickly. In the case of additional contamination, the detection
of low contrast is no longer guaranteed.
• Warm-up period:
Any warm-up period can be shortened by repeating the learn (teach) process.
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