Banner BT23S Fiber Optic Sensor Assembly

BT23S is a diffuse-mode bifurcated glass fiber optic assembly manufactured by Banner Engineering, with an official order number of 17276, belonging to the Inline Fiber Optics series.

1. Kernspezifikationen

2. Produktmerkmale & Vorteile
3. Extreme Environment Adaptability: Protected by stainless steel sheath, enables stable long-term operation in harsh industrial environments such as high temperature, corrosion and vacuum.
4. Signal Transmission Capability: Transmits visible and infrared light for longer detection ranges.
5. Installation Flexibility: Threaded sensing tip ensures precise positioning and easy integration into complex automation systems.
6. Hohe Zuverlässigkeit: Reduces false readings, improves overall system efficiency, suitable for real-time industrial process monitoring.
7. Elektrische Isolierung: Inherently immune to extreme electrical noise, ideal for use in high-voltage electrical environments.
8. Anwendungen

Object detection in high-temperature environments (z.B., near heating furnaces, steam pipelines)

Corrosive chemical environments (z.B., chemisch, electroplating production lines)

Precision detection in confined spaces (z.B., electronic component assembly, precision machining)

High-voltage electrical interference environments (z.B., power equipment manufacturing, large motor monitoring)

Hygienic environments in food and beverage industry (washdown capable)

Object position detection inside vacuum chambers

4. Related Models & Alternativen

Alternative Brands:

Schneider Electric: XUK Series Fiber Optic Sensors

Omron: E32 Series Fiber Optic Sensors

Keyence: FU Series Fiber Optic Sensors

5. Notizen
6. BT23S is a fiber assembly and requires a compatible fiber optic amplifier for proper operation.
7. Glass fiber is more fragile than plastic fiber; avoid excessive bending or mechanical damage during installation and use.
8. Maximum operating temperature is 249°C; exceeding this temperature may degrade or damage fiber performance.
9. Although the stainless steel sheath provides good protection, impact or cutting by sharp objects should still be avoided.

Banner Engineering Product Introduction & Fiber Optic Sensor Model List

1. Company Profile

Banner Engineering is a world-leading manufacturer of industrial automation sensors and vision systems, headquartered in Minnesota, USA, founded in 1966. The company specializes in the R&D and production of innovative automation solutions, with a product portfolio covering photoelectric sensors, fiber optic sensors, vision systems, safety products, indicator lights, usw., widely used in automotive manufacturing, Elektronik, Essen und Trinken, Verpackung, logistics and other industries.

2. Overview of Main Product Lines

3. Detailed Introduction to Fiber Optic Sensor Series

Banner fiber optic sensors are divided into two main categories: plastic fiber and glass fiber, available in straight, right-angle, array and other configurations for various complex industrial environments. Darunter, the stainless-steel sheathed glass fiber series is an ideal choice for extreme environment applications due to its excellent high-temperature resistance (up to 249°C), corrosion resistance and vibration resistance.

(1) Core Features of Stainless-Steel Sheathed Glass Fiber Series

1. Material: High-purity glass fiber, 300 Series stainless steel sheath, threaded sensing tip
2. Temperature Range: Up to 249°C (480°F), far exceeding ordinary plastic fiber
3. Elektrische Isolierung: Inherently immune to extreme electrical noise, suitable for high-voltage environments
4. Betriebsmodi: Two basic modes: Diffuse and Opposed
5. Fiber Configuration: Bifurcated (transmitter-receiver integrated); Individual (transmitter or receiver separate)
6. Shape: Two mounting styles: Inline (straight) and Right-Angle
7. Length: Standard 36 inches (914 mm, ca. 3 ft); custom lengths available for some models
8. Fiber Bundle Diameter: Standard 0.125 inches (3.18 mm)
9. Complete Model List for BT23S and Equivalent Series (Stainless-Steel Sheathed Glass Fiber)

Below is the full model list of Banner’s stainless-steel sheathed glass fiber series, classified by operating mode and shape:

1. Inline Stainless-Steel Sheathed Glass Fiber

2. Right-Angle Stainless-Steel Sheathed Glass Fiber

(2) Detailed Specifications of BT23S

BT23S is an inline diffuse-mode bifurcated glass fiber optic assembly with official order number 17276. Core specifications are as follows:

5. Anwendungen & Vorteile
6. Typische Anwendungen

High-temperature environments: object detection near heating furnaces and steam pipelines

Corrosive environments: level detection and part positioning in chemical and electroplating lines

Confined spaces: small-part detection in electronic assembly and precision machining

High-voltage electrical interference environments: power equipment manufacturing and large motor monitoring

Hygienic environments: washdown applications in food and beverage industry

Vacuum environments: object position detection inside vacuum chambers

2. Core Competitive Advantages
3. Extreme Environment Adaptability: Stainless steel sheath + glass fiber combination withstands 249°C high temperature and various chemical corrosives.
4. Stable Signal Transmission: Glass fiber transmits visible and infrared light for longer detection ranges and more stable signals.
5. Flexible Installation: Threaded sensing tip ensures precise positioning and easy integration into complex automation systems.
6. Hohe Zuverlässigkeit: Reduces false triggers, improves system efficiency, suitable for real-time industrial monitoring.
7. Elektrische Isolierung: Inherently immune to strong electrical noise, ideal for high-voltage electrical environments.
8. Model Selection Guide

When selecting Banner fiber optic sensors, decisions can be made based on the following key factors:

1. Umgebungsbedingungen: For high temperatures (>100°C) and corrosive environments, stainless-steel sheathed glass fiber is preferred.
2. Detection Mode:

Diffuse mode (z.B., BT23S): suitable for single-end installation with relatively short detection range

Opposed mode (z.B., IT23S): long detection range, high accuracy, requires two-end installation

3. Installation Space: For confined spaces, choose right-angle models (z.B., BTA23S) to save space.
4. Fiber Configuration:

Bifurcated (z.B., BT23S): integrated transmitter and receiver, easier installation

Individual (z.B., IT23S): separate transmitter or receiver, suitable for long-range opposed applications

5. Sensing Tip: Threaded for precise positioning; flat-end for general applications