Ultrasonic Sensors with TEACH-Mode Programming
• Fast, easy-to-use TEACH-Mode programming; no potentiometer adjustments
• Choose to set a specific window size and position, or a set point centered within its own 10 mm window, for either or
both outputs
• Program both outputs together or independently. The two outputs may be identical, independent, overlapping, or com-
plementary
• Remote TEACH for security and convenience
• Choose models with 150 mm to 1 m range (5.9 in to 39.4 in) or 300 mm to 2 m range (11.8 in to 78.7 in)
• Wide operating range of -20° to +70°C (-4° to +158°F)
• Choose models with either NPN or PNP dual discrete outputs
• LED indicators for Power ON/OFF, Signal Strength, and Discrete Outputs Conducting
• Choose models with integral unterminated 2 m (6.5 ft) or 9 m (30 ft) or with Euro-style QD connector
• Compact, self-contained sensor package
• Rugged design for use in demanding sensing environments; rated IEC IP67, NEMA 6P
ULTRASONIC
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. 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 applications. A sensor
failure or malfunction can cause either an energized or de-energized sensor output condition.
Models
Models Range and Frequency Cable1Supply Voltage Discrete Output Response Time
T30UDNA
T30UDNAQ 150 mm to 1 m
(5.9 in to 39 in)
228 kHz
2 m (6.5 ft)
5-pin Euro QD 12 to 24V dc
NPN (sinking)
48 ms
T30UDPA
T30UDPAQ PNP (sourcing)
T30UDNB
T30UDNBQ 300 mm to 2 m
(11.8 in to 79 in)
128 kHz
NPN (sinking)
96 ms
T30UDPB
T30UDPBQ PNP (sourcing)
Overview
The U-GAGE is an easy-to-use ultrasonic sensor, ideal for demanding environments. Simple push-button programming provides flexibility for a variety of applications.
Excellent for gauging applications such as sensing of liquid levels in a tank or for sensing most clear materials.
Each sensor includes two discrete outputs, which may be programmed independently with different window limits or together with identical limits. Each output has the
option of being set with a sensing distance set point centered within a 10 mm window.
19 m (30 ft) cables are available by adding suffix W/30 to the model number of any cabled sensor (for example, T30UDNA W/30). A model with a QD connector requires an optional mating
cable; see Cordsets on page 7.
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Sensor Programming
Window limits may be taught to the sensor in several ways. The following methods describe the programming procedures using the push buttons on the back of the sensor;
remote programming (remote TEACH) procedures are described in Remote Programming on page 3.
NOTE: When the sensor changes state between Program and Run modes, all of the LED indicators turn OFF momentarily, before the
appropriate LEDs turn ON as described below. The sensing window limits expand temporarily to full scale (max range) during Program
mode.
Green Power ON/OFF LED
Yellow Output 1 LED
Red Signal Strength LED
Output 1
Programming Push Button
Yellow Output 2 LED
Output 2
Programming Push Button
U-GAGE™
WHITE
1 2
POWER SIGNAL
OUTPUT
DUAL
DISCRETE
BLACK
U-GAGE™
WHITE
12
POWER SIGNAL
OUTPUT
DUAL
DISCRETE
BLACK
Figure 1. U-GAGE T30 Series sensor programming push buttons and indicators
Program the outputs independently to define separate sensing windows (both their size and placement) or program the outputs simultaneously for complementary or fixed
field operation.
Sensing windows may be as large as 0.85 m for 1 m range models, and as large as 1.7 m for 2 m range models. Use the procedures as described, or combine them for
specialized applications.
NOTE: Output 1 = White wire, Output 2 = Black wire
General Notes on Programming:
1. The sensor returns to Run mode if the first TEACH condition is not registered within 120 seconds.
2. After the first limit is taught, the sensor remains in Program mode until the TEACH sequence is finished.
3. Press and hold the programming push button > 2 seconds (before teaching the second limit) to exit Program mode without saving any changes. The sensor will
revert to the last saved program.
4. The sensor allows for some forgiveness in the teaching of a set point. If both near and far limits are not exactly the same (but are closer than the minimum 10 mm
required to define a window), the sensor will set a 10 mm window with the center at the “average” of the two limits.
To Program Separate Sensing Window Limits
1
Sensing Range
2
Output Output
Separate Sensing Window Limits
Dead Zone
Figure 2. Programming separate sensing window limits
Each output conducts when the target is inside that output’s window limits. The two sets of window
limits may overlap or be completely independent.
1. Press and hold the push button for the selected output until the green Power LED turns
OFF and the yellow LED for the programmed output turns ON.
2. Position the target at the first limit and click the push button. The yellow Output LED flash-
es.
3. Position the target at the second limit and click the push button. The green Power LED
turns ON. The sensor is in Run mode.
4. Repeat the procedure for the second output, if desired.
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To Program Separate Sensing Set Point Limits
Separate Sensing Set Point Limits
Sensing Range
Dead Zone
1 2
Output Output
Figure 3. Programming separate sensing set point limits
Each output conducts when the target is inside that output’s 10 mm limits (centered on the taught
set point, or the average of the two limits). The window limits for the two outputs may overlap or be
completely independent.
1. Press and hold the push button for the selected output until the green Power LED turns
OFF and the yellow LED for the programmed output turns ON.
2. Position the target at the set point and click the push button. The yellow Output LED flash-
es.
3. While the target remains at the first limit (or within 10 mm), click the push button once
more. The green Power LED turns ON. The sensor is in Run mode.
4. Repeat the procedure for the second output, if desired.
To Program A Single Pair of Sensing Window Limits, with Complementary Outputs
Output 2Output 1 Output 1
A Single Pair of Sensing Window
Limits with Complementary Outputs
Sensing Range
Dead Zone
Figure 4. Programming a single pair of sensing window limits,
complementary outputs
Output 2 conducts when inside the programmed window limits; Output 1 conducts for all other
conditions.
1. Press and hold both push buttons (or press and hold one and then the other) until the
green Power LED turns OFF and both yellow Output LEDs turn ON.
2. Position the target at the first limit and click a push button. The yellow Output LED flashes.
3. Position the target at the second limit and click a push button. The green Power LED turns
ON. The sensor is in Run mode.
NOTE: The window limits must be ≥ 10 mm or the sensor will
default to fixed-field style.
To Program A Single Sensing Set Point, with Complementary Outputs (Fixed-Field Style)
Output
2
A Single Sensing Set Point with
Complementary Outputs
Sensing Range
Dead Zone
Output
1
Figure 5. Programming separate sensing set point limits, com-
plementary outputs
Output 2 conducts when inside the programmed set point; Output 1 conducts outside (away) from
this point.
1. Press and hold both push buttons (or press and hold one and then the other) until the
green Power LED turns OFF and both yellow Output LEDs turn ON.
2. Position the target at the first limit and click a push button. The yellow Output LED flashes.
3. While the target remains at the first limit (or within 10 mm), click the push button once
more. The green Power LED turns ON. The sensor is in Run mode.
Remote Programming
Use the Remote Programming function to program the sensor remotely or to disable the keypad, Disabling the keypad prevents anyone from adjusting any of the program-
ming settings directly from the sensor. Connect the gray wire of the sensor to +12 to 24V dc, with a remote programming switch connected between them.
NOTE: The impedance of the remote teach input is 55 kΩ.
Follow the sequence of input pulses to program the sensor. The duration of each pulse (corresponding to a push button “click”), and the period between multiple pulses, is
defined as: 0.04 seconds < T < 0.8 seconds.
•1 pulse: Programs first Output 2 limit. Wait > 0.8 seconds. Next pulse programs second Output 2 limit.
•2 pulses: Programs first Output 1 limit. Wait > 0.8 seconds. Next pulse programs second Output 1 limit.
•3 pulses: Programs both outputs together (complementary or fixed-field mode). First 3-pulse programs the first limit; wait > 0.8 sec. Next pulse programs second limit
and determines output configuration.
•4 pulses: Disables (locks out) or enables the keypad for security.
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Teach First
Limit
Output 2
Limits Only Teach Second
Limit
Teach First
Limit
Teach First Limits Teach Second Limits
Push Button Locked out
(or Enabled)
Output 1
Limits Only Teach Second
Limit
Both Outputs
Together
Push Button
Lockout
(or Enable)
T> 0.8 sec
> 0.8 sec
T T
T T TT
T T TT
T TT
T> 0.8 sec T
T T
T
0.04 sec < T < 0.8 sec
Figure 6. Timing programs for remote TEACH programming
NOTE: Hold the Remote line high > 2 seconds (before teaching the second limit) to exit Program mode without saving any changes. The
sensor will revert to the last saved program.
Run Mode
NOTE: All LED indicators momentarily go OFF when sensor changes state between Program and Run modes.
Signal LED
The Red Signal LED indicates the strength and condition of the sensor’s incoming signal.
Signal LED Status Indicates
OFF No signal is received, or the target is beyond the range limitations of the sensor (with some tolerance beyond the recommen-
ded minimum and maximum sensing distance)
Flashing Relative received signal strength; the faster the LED flashes, the stronger the signal
Output LEDs
Each Yellow Output LED lights when a target is sensed within the programmed window limits.
Power ON/OFF LED
The Green Power ON/OFF LED indicates the operating status of the sensor.
Power ON/OFF LED Indicates
OFF Power is OFF (or in Program mode, if other LEDs are ON)
ON Solid Sensor is operating normally (power is ON, Run mode)
Flashing Discrete output is overloaded (Run mode)
Self-Diagnostic Error Mode
In the unlikely event of a microprocessor memory error, all of the LEDs will flash in sequence. If this occurs, the setup parameters have been lost and the sensor may be
corrupt. Contact Banner Engineering for further information.
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Specifications
Proximity Mode Range
“A” suffix models: 150 mm (5.9 in) min. near limit; 1 m (39 in) max. far
limit
“B” suffix models: 300 mm (11.8 in) min. near limit; 2 m (79 in) max.
far limit
Supply Voltage
12 to 24V dc (10% max. ripple) at 90 mA, exclusive of load
Supply Protection Circuitry
Protected against reverse polarity and transient voltages
Output Configurations
SPST solid-state switch; choose NPN (current sinking) or PNP (current
sourcing) models
Output Ratings
Dual Discrete Outputs: 100 mA maximum, total – both outputs
OFF-state leakage current: less than 10 microamps
ON-state saturation voltage: less than 1V at 10 mA and less than
1.5V at 100 mA
Output Protection
Protected against continuous overload and short-circuit; transient over-
voltage; no false pulse on power-up
Output Response Time
“A” suffix models: 48 milliseconds
“B” suffix models: 96 milliseconds
Sensing Performance
Sensing repeatability: ±0.25% of distance
Minimum window size: 10 mm (0.4 in)
Hysteresis of discrete output: 2.5 mm (0.10 in)
Adjustments
Sensing window limits: TEACH-mode programming of near and far
window limits may be set using membrane push buttons on sensor or
remotely via TEACH input. Window limits may be programmed separate-
ly, or together
Construction
Molded reinforced thermoplastic polyester housing
Environmental Rating
Leakproof design is rated IEC IP67, NEMA 6P
Connections
2 m (6.5 ft) or 9 m (30 ft) 5-conductor PVC-covered attached cable, or 5-
pin Euro-style quick-disconnect fitting
Operating Conditions
Temperature: −20° to +70° C (−4° to +158° F)
Humidity: 100% maximum relative humidity
Vibration and Mechanical Shock
All models meet Mil. Std. 202F requirements. Method 201A (Vibration:
10 to 60Hz max., double amplitude 0.06 in, maximum acceleration 10G).
Also meets IEC 947-5-2 requirements: 30G, 11 ms duration, half sine
wave
Certifications
Application Notes
Objects passing inside the specified near limit will produce a false re-
sponse
Indicators
Status LEDs: Run Mode Program mode
Green ON – Power ON, Run mode
Flashing – Output is overloaded
OFF – Program Mode
Red Flashing – Relative received signal strength Flashing – Relative received signal strength
Yellow (2) ON – Output energized (conducting) ON – Ready for first window limit
Flashing – Ready for second limit
OFF – Not teaching this output
Performance Curves
with Plate Target (Typical)
0
0 200 mm
(8.0 in)
400 mm
(16.0 in)
600 mm
(24.0 in)
800 mm
(32.0 in)
1000 mm
(40.0 in)
50
50
100
100
150
150
200
200
0
2.0 in
2.0 in
4.0 in
4.0 in
6.0 in
6.0 in
8.0 in
8.0 in
DISTANCE
100 x 100 mm
10 x 10 mm
WIDTH (mm)
Figure 7. 1-Meter Models
0
0 400 mm
(16.0 in)
800 mm
(32.0 in)
1200 mm
(48.0 in)
1600 mm
(64.0 in)
2000 mm
(80.0 in)
100
100
200
200
300
300
400
400
0
4.0 in
4.0 in
8.0 in
8.0 in
12.0 in
12.0 in
16.0 in
16.0 in
100 x 100 mm
DISTANCE
WIDTH (mm)
Figure 8. 2-Meter Models
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with Rod Target (Typical)
0
50
50
100
100
150
150
200
200
0 200 mm
(8.0 in)
400 mm
(16.0 in)
600 mm
(24.0 in)
800 mm
(32.0 in)
1000 mm
(40.0 in)
0
2.0 in
2.0 in
4.0 in
4.0 in
6.0 in
6.0 in
8.0 in
8.0 in
25 mm Rod
10 mm Rod
DISTANCE
WIDTH (mm)
Figure 9. 1-Meter Models
0
100
100
200
200
300
300
400
400
DISTANCE
0 400 mm
(16.0 in)
800 mm
(32.0 in)
1200 mm
(48.0 in)
1600 mm
(64.0 in)
2000 mm
(80.0 in)
0
4.0 in
4.0 in
8.0 in
8.0 in
12.0 in
12.0 in
16.0 in
16.0 in
25 mm Rod
WIDTH (mm)
Figure 10. 2-Meter Models
Dimensions
M30 x 1.5
Thread
ø 40.0 mm
(1.57")
Cabled Models Quick-Disconnect Models
Jam Nut
(Supplied)
45.0 mm
(1.77")
ø 15 mm
(0.59") 11.5 mm
(0.45")
51.5 mm
(2.03") 66.5 mm
(2.62")
Hookups
Shield*
12-24V dc
–
+
1
3
2
4
5Remote
Teach
Output 1
Output 2
Figure 11. Cabled NPN
Shield*
12-24V dc
–
+
1
3
2
4
5Remote
Teach
Output 1
Output 2
Figure 12. Cabled PNP
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray
Cable and QD hookups are functionally identical.
It is recommended that the shield wire is connected to earth ground or dc common.
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Accessories
Cordsets
5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets with Shield
Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout
MQDEC2-506 1.83 m (6 ft)
Straight
2
3
4
1
5
1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
4 = Black
5 = Gray
MQDEC2-515 4.57 m (15 ft)
MQDEC2-530 9.14 m (30 ft)
MQDEC2-550 15.2 m (50 ft)
MQDEC2-506RA 1.83 m (6 ft)
Right-Angle
32 Typ.
[1.26"]
30 Typ.
[1.18"]
ø 14.5 [0.57"]
M12 x 1
MQDEC2-515RA 4.57 m (15 ft)
MQDEC2-530RA 9.14 m (30 ft)
MQDEC2-550RA 15.2 m (50 ft)
Brackets
All measurements are in mm.
SMB30A
•Right-angle bracket with curved
slot for versatile orientation
• Clearance for M6 (¼ in) hardware
• Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor
• 12-ga. stainless steel
45
61
69
A
B
C
Hole center spacing: A to B=40
Hole size: A=ø 6.3, B= 27.1 x 6.3, C=ø 30.5
SMB1815SF
•Swivel with set screws for mount-
ing sensors by the cable hub
• Black reinforced thermoplastic
polyester
• Stainless steel swivel locking
hardware and hex wrench inclu-
ded
51
39
B
A
25
Hole center spacing: A = 36.0
Hole size: A = ø 5.0, B = ø 15.0
SMB30FA
•Swivel bracket with tilt and pan
movement for precise adjustment
• Mounting hole for 30 mm sensor
• 12-ga. 304 stainless steel
• Easy sensor mounting to extrude
rail T-slot
• Metric and inch size bolt available
A
B68.9
36.3
83.2
Bolt thread: SMB30FA, A= 3/8 - 16 x 2 in; SMB30FAM10, A= M10 - 1.5 x 50
Hole size: B= ø 30.1
SMB30SC
•Swivel bracket with 30 mm
mounting hole for sensor
• Black reinforced thermoplastic
polyester
• Stainless steel mounting 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
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