SLE10 Expert Series Slot Sensor

Datasheet
Self-Contained Opposed-Mode Sensor Pair with Teach Mode

• An easy-to-use, self-contained opposed-mode sensor pair in a rugged U-shaped housing

• Easy push-button programming automatically adjusts sensitivity to optimal setting
• Dynamic TEACH programming option provides on-the-fly convenience and minimizes the effects of
web flutter
• Separate TEACH input allows remote programming by an external device, such asa switch or a process
controller
• Easy output programming eliminates the need for Light or Dark Operate selection
• Choose fast 500 microsecond or 150 microsecond output response
• 1 mm effective beam
• Visible red beam
• Molded-in beam guides simplify beam placement
• 10 mm (0.39 in) slot width for a wide variety of sensing applications
• Applications include label detection, hole detection, edge guiding and counting, and small parts
detection
• 10 V dc to 30 V dc operation
• Bipolar PNP/NPN outputs
• Choose integral, unterminated cable or QD models

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 Sensing Beam Slot Width Cable1 Supply Voltage Output Type Response Repeatability

2 m (6.5 ft) 5-wire

SLE10B6V 500
cable 100 microseconds
microseconds
SLE10B6VQ 5-Pin Euro-style QD Bipolar NPN
Visible red, 680 nm 10.0 mm (0.39 in) 10 V dc to 30 V dc
2 m (6.5 ft) 5-wire and PNP
SLE10B6VY 150
cable 75 microseconds
microseconds
SLE10B6VYQ 5-Pin Euro-style QD

Overview
The SLE10 Expert Slot Sensor (sometimes called a fork sensor) comprises an opposed-mode emitter and its receiver inside a single convenient housing.
Opposed-mode sensing is very reliable, and the single self-contained housing provides easy installation, with no sensor alignment required. In addition,
the molded-in arrow on the emitter portion of the housing and the slotted design on the receiver portion of the housing show at a glance the position of
the beam, simplifying installation placement.
Expert series sensors feature easy-to-use push-button programming, performed in TEACH mode. TEACH-mode programming may be performed using
either the push button, or remotely, using a remote switch or process controller. The programming determines whether the sensor outputs will conduct
in light or dark conditions, and defines the light and dark conditions for the sensor in each application. The remote switch also may be used to disable the
programming push button for security.
The Dynamic TEACH option provides a means for teaching a series of conditions; the sensor monitors the sensing events and automatically sets the
threshold between light and dark conditions.

1 To order the 9 m (30 ft) PVC cable model, add the suffix "W/30" to the cabled model number. For example, SLE10B6V W/30. Models with a quick disconnect
require a mating cordset.

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Register Mark Detection on Clear Film

Packaging Film

Emitter

Register Marks
Output LED
Power ON LED

Receiver (Beam Aligns at Groove)

Label Detection

TEACH
Pushbutton

Figure 1. Features

Figure 2. SLE10 Expert Typical Applications

Wiring Diagrams
1
+
3 10-30V dc
–
2
Load
4
Load

5 Remote
Teach

Note: Quick disconnect (QD) wiring diagrams are functionally identical.

Run Mode
Normal operation of the SLE10 Expert is called RUN mode. The two LED indicators (bi-color green/red and amber) operate as follows in RUN Mode:
Green (RUN Mode)
ON steady whenever power is applied
Flashes as received light level approaches the switching threshold (stability indicator. The stability indicator signals when maintenance or
reprogramming is needed during RUN mode.)
Amber (Output)
ON when the outputs are energized (conducting)
OFF when the outputs are de-energized (not conducting)
If contrast is marginal, the bi-color indicator flashes green (to indicate instability). Reprogramming the sensor, or cleaning the sensor lenses may solve a
problem with stability.

TEACH Mode
Program the SLE10 Expert—set the sensitivity and select output ON and OFF conditions—in TEACH Mode. The SLE10 Expert provides two methods for
programming: Static TEACH and Dynamic TEACH. Static TEACH is used in all programming situations to set up the sensor's output ON and output OFF
conditions. Sensitivity is then set using either the Static method or the Dynamic method.
Both Static TEACH and Dynamic TEACH may be performed using either the sensor's TEACH push button or the remote TEACH line.

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Remote Programming
The gray wire of the SLE10 Expert may be connected to a remote switch or
0.04 sec < T < 0.8 sec
process controller to disable or enable the push button (four-pulse) or to T
program the sensor (single-pulse) through TEACH mode. Remote
programming may be done for both the Static and Dynamic TEACH Single-
procedures. Pulse
A remote programming switch is connected between the gray wire and dc Input
Wait > 0.8 seconds
common (see the wiring diagram). The switch may be either a normally-
before next input
open contact, or an open-collector NPN transistor with its emitter
connected to dc common.
T T T T
Programming is accomplished using a specified sequence of input pulses.
The duration of each pulse is defined as: 0.04 seconds < T < 0.8 seconds. Four-
The required spacing between adjacent pulses in a sequence (a “four- Pulse
pulse”) is also: 0.04 < T < 0.8 seconds. The timing diagrams illustrate the Input
input requirements. T T T Wait > 0.8 seconds
before next input
To pulse the TEACH line, momentarily connect the remote wire to dc
common (no press-and-hold procedure is required to enter TEACH mode).
Figure 3. Timing Programs for Remote Programming
This is the equivalent of a click when using the sensor TEACH push button.

Enable/Disable the Push Button

When remote programming is used exclusively, it may be beneficial to disable the push button on the SLE10 Expert to increase the security of the
settings. The push button can be enabled and/or disabled via the remote line only. If the push button is disabled, TEACH mode cannot be accessed from
the push button.
Pulse the Remote TEACH line four times (four-pulse) to enable or disable the push button.

Static TEACH

Determine the Output ON and OFF Conditions

The two sensing conditions may be presented in either order. The condition presented first is the condition for which the outputs will energize (the
Output ON target).

Set Sensitivity
Sensitivity is automatically set (and optimized) when teaching the sensor the ON and OFF conditions. When the push button is clicked, the sensor
samples each sensing condition and registers it into memory. After the second sensing condition is registered, the SLE10 Expert automatically sets the
sensitivity to the optimum value for the application, and then returns to RUN mode.

LED Indicators
The two LED indicators (bi-color green/red and amber) operate as follows in TEACH Mode:
Red (TEACH Mode)
Lights when the sensor sees its modulated light source; pulse rate is proportional to the received light signal strength during TEACH
programming
Amber (Output)
ON to indicate TEACH output ON condition
OFF to indicate TEACH output OFF condition

Signal Strength Indicator

The Signal Strength indicator is Banner's exclusive AID™ (Alignment Indicating Device). Its pulse rate increases as the received light signal strength
increases (during programming). This feature simplifies accurate alignment during TEACH mode, and gives a relative indication of sensing contrast
between the light and dark conditions.

Static TEACH
1. Enter TEACH mode.

Method Action Result

Indicator Status
Press and hold the TEACH button until the bi-color (green/red) indicator begins to flash Amber: ON
Push Button2
red, or turns OFF (longer than two seconds).
Red: Pulses to indicate relative received signal
strength.

2 The sensor returns to RUN mode if the first TEACH condition is not registered within 90 seconds. TEACH mode may be cancelled before either condition #1 or #2
by pressing the button for longer than or equal to 2 seconds. If push button is pressed for 2 seconds or longer, sensor automatically returns to RUN mode.

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Method Action Result

The sensor is ready for the first sensing

Remote Input3 N/A
condition.

2. TEACH Condition #1 (Output ON state).

Method Action Result

Indicator Status
a. Present the first sensing condition to the sensor. Amber: OFF
Push Button
b. Single-click the TEACH button. Red: Pulses to indicate relative received signal
strength.
Green/Red: Flash red or turn OFF (the AID™
a. Present the first sensing condition to the sensor. T
Remote Input function is indicating signal strength)
b. Single-pulse the remote input.
Amber: Flash briefly, then turn off

3. TEACH Condition #2 (Output OFF state)

Method Action Result

TEACH Accepted
The sensor returns to RUN mode.
TEACH Not Accepted
a. Present the second sensing condition to the sensor
Push Button The sensor returns to TEACH Condition #1.
b. Single-click the TEACH button.
Green: ON (or flashes if signal is close to the
switching threshold).
Amber: OFF, until the sensing condition
changes.
TEACH Accepted
The green indicator turns on and the sensor
returns to RUN mode
a. Present the second sensing condition to the sensor. T TEACH Not Accepted
Remote Input
b. Single-pulse the remote input. The amber indicator turns on and the red AID
indicator remains active, indicating that the
sensor is waiting for the first TECH condition to
be taught again. (Run mode begins a few
seconds after the end of TEACH mode.)

Dynamic TEACH
Dynamic TEACH is a method of setting the sensor's sensitivity while the object to be sensed is in motion.
Typical applications are label sensing and small parts detection. In a label application, web flutter may change the amount of light passing through the
label and its backing material. Dynamic TEACH will sense this variation and adjust the sensitivity to account for it.
In a small parts detection application, alignment of the object to the sensor's effective beam may make Static TEACH difficult. In this case, Dynamic
TEACH will allow you to pass individual or multiple parts through the beam; the sensor then will detect them and set the sensitivity automatically.

Determine the Output ON and OFF Conditions

Dynamic TEACH is used for optimizing the sensor's sensitivity and will not configure the output ON and OFF conditions. A Static TEACH must be used first
to change the output ON and OFF conditions, if needed. If the outputs are configured properly for your installation, Dynamic TEACH may be performed
as needed without reverting back to Static TEACH.

Set Sensitivity
Sensitivity is automatically set and optimized when the sensor is taught dynamically. When the push button is depressed and held, the sensor continues
to sample events and registers them into memory. Upon release of the button, the sensor chooses the optimum setting for the application and then
returns to RUN mode.

Dynamic Sampling Rate

When using Dynamic TEACH to sample an application for programming, it is important to consider the speed of the object being sensed. The sensor's
sampling rate during this set-up process is much slower than its response time in RUN mode. Once sampling is complete and the sensor returns to RUN
mode, sensor response time returns to its original value.
Use the following formula to calculate the target object speed for Dynamic TEACH sampling:
Maximum speed of object as it passes the sensor = [Width of the object (in inches) – effective beam (0.07 in)] ÷ Dynamic Sampling Rate (0.009
seconds)4
For example, for an object 0.125 inches wide, the maximum object speed is:
3 To exit Static TEACH without updating, hold the Remote TEACH line low (longer than 2 seconds) until the green indicator goes ON, before teaching the second
target.
4 The Dynamic Sampling Rate for high-speed models ("Y" model suffix) is 8 milliseconds (0.008 seconds) .

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(0.125 in – 0.07 in) ÷ 0.009 seconds = 6.1 in /second

For an object 2 mm wide, the maximum object speed is:
(2 mm – 1.8 mm) ÷ 0.009 seconds = 2.2 mm/second

Dynamic TEACH
When using remote TEACH, set up the application’s Output ON and OFF conditions using the Static TEACH procedure. This step is not necessary if the
Output ON and OFF conditions already are configured properly for your application.
1. Method Action Result

Amber: ON
Press and hold the TEACH button until the bi-color (green/red) indicator begins to flash
Push Button5 Red: Pulses to indicate relative received signal
red, or turns OFF.
strength.
The sensor is ready for the first sensing
Remote Input6 N/A
condition.

2. Initiate Dynamic TEACH Mode.

Method Action Result

Push Button Double-click the TEACH button.

Amber: Pulses at 0.5 Hz.
T T
Remote Input Double-pulse the remote input. Red: ON
T

3. Begin the TEACH process.

Method Action Result

Amber: ON Solid
Push Button Press and hold the TEACH button and present the sensing condition.
Red: ON Solid

Hold the Remote line low. Sample sensing events while

Remote Input
continuing to hold the Remote line low.

4. End the TEACH process.

Method Action Result

TEACH Accepted
The sensor returns to RUN mode.
TEACH Not Accepted
The sensor returns to Static TEACH mode.
Push Button Release the TEACH button. Double click the TEACH button to initiate
Dynamic TEACH.
Green: ON (or flashes if signal is close to the
switching threshold).
Amber: ON or OFF, depending on condition
TEACH Accepted
The green indicator turns on and the sensor
returns to RUN mode with the new settings.
Release the Remote line when event sampling is TEACH Not Accepted
Remote Input
complete.
Red: Flashes at a rate proportional to the
received light signal strength
Amber: ON, indicating the need to TEACH the
sensor again. Return to step 2.

5 The sensor will return to RUN mode if the first TEACH condition is not registered within 90 seconds. Dynamic TEACH mode may be cancelled by waiting 90
seconds or by cycling sensor power.
6 For remote input, to exit Dynamic TEACH without updating, wait 90 seconds or cycle the sensor power.

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Specifications
Supply Voltage and Current Adjustments
10 V dc to 30 V dc (10% maximum ripple) at less than 45 mA, exclusive of load Push-button TEACH mode sensitivity setting; remote TEACH mode input is provided (gray
wire)
Supply Protection Circuitry
Protected against reverse polarity and transient voltages Environmental Rating
IEC IP67; meets NEMA 6
Output Configuration
Bipolar: One current sourcing (PNP) and one current sinking (NPN) open-collector Construction
transistor ABS/polycarbonate housing, acrylic lenses
Output Rating Connections
150 mA maximum each output at 25 °C, derated to 100 mA at 70 °C (derate ≈1 mA per PVC-jacketed 5-conductor 2 m (6.5 ft) or 9 m (30 ft) unterminated cable, or 5-pin Euro-
°C) style quick-disconnect (QD) fitting are available. QD cables are ordered separately.
OFF-state leakage current: less than 5 µA at 30 V dc Operating Conditions
ON-state saturation current: less than 1 V at 10 mA; less than 1.5 V at 150 mA
−20 °C to +70 °C (−4 °F to +158 °F)
Output Protection Circuitry 90% at +50 °C maximum relative humidity (non-condensing)
Protected against output short-circuit, continuous overload, and false pulse on power-up Application Notes
Output Response Time The first condition presented during TEACH mode becomes the output ON condition.
Sensors respond to either a light or a dark signal of 500 microseconds (or 150
microseconds, depending on model) or longer duration, 1 kHz maximum Required Overcurrent Protection

Note: 1 second delay on power-up; outputs are non- WARNING: Electrical connections must be made by
conducting during this time. qualified personnel in accordance with local and
national electrical codes and regulations.
Repeatability
Overcurrent protection is required to be provided by end product application per the
100 microseconds or 75 microseconds, depending on model supplied table.
Effective Beam Overcurrent protection may be provided with external fusing or via Current Limiting,
1.0 mm (0.04 in) Class 2 Power Supply.
Supply wiring leads < 24 AWG shall not be spliced.
Indicators For additional product support, go to www.bannerengineering.com.
Two LEDs: Amber and Bi-color Green/Red
Green (RUN Mode): Supply Wiring (AWG) Required Overcurrent Protection (Amps)
ON when power is applied
Flashes when received light level approaches the switching threshold 20 5.0
Red (TEACH Mode): 22 3.0
OFF when no signal is received.
Pulses to indicate signal strength (received light level). Rate is proportional to signal 24 2.0
strength (the stronger the signal, the faster the pulse rate). This is a function of
Banner's patented Alignment Indicating Device (AID™, US patent 4356393). 26 1.0
Alternating Red/Green: Microprocessor memory error (see Troubleshooting)
28 0.8
Flashing Amber (Static TEACH):
ON to indicate sensor is ready to learn output ON condition 30 0.5
OFF to indicate sensor is ready to learn output OFF condition
Amber (Dynamic TEACH):
Pulses at 0.5 Hz when ready to sample
Certifications
ON to indicate Dynamic TEACH sampling
OFF to indicate sampling was accepted
Amber (RUN Mode): ON when outputs are conducting E224071

Dimensions
10.0 mm
(0.39)
10.0 mm
(0.39)

45.0 mm
(1.77")
72.0 mm
Power LED (2.84")
(Green)

Output LED
(Amber)

6.0 mm 20.2 mm (0.80")

(0.24")
6.0 mm 40.0 mm 2x ø5.6 mm
(0.24") (1.58") (0.22") M12 x 1
52.0 mm
(2.05")
17.5 mm
(0.69")

18.8 mm
11.5 mm (0.74")
(0.45")

All measurements are listed in millimeters [inches], unless noted otherwise.

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Troubleshooting
The SLE10 Expert Power LED may begin to alternate flashing red/green; this indicates a microprocessor memory error. If it occurs, try re-teaching the
sensor, or try cycling power ON and OFF, then re-teaching the sensor. If this does not solve the problem, or if it occurs frequently, replace the sensor.

Accessories

Cordsets

5-Pin Threaded M12/Euro-Style Cordsets—Single Ended

Model Length Style Dimensions Pinout (Female)

MQDC1-501.5 0.50 m (1.5 ft)

44 Typ.
MQDC1-506 1.83 m (6 ft)

MQDC1-515 4.57 m (15 ft) Straight

M12 x 1
MQDC1-530 9.14 m (30 ft) 2
ø 14.5
1

MQDC1-506RA 1.83 m (6 ft) 3

4 5
MQDC1-515RA 4.57 m (15 ft) 32 Typ.
[1.26"] 1 = Brown
2 = White
3 = Blue
30 Typ.
Right-Angle 4 = Black
[1.18"]
5 = Gray
MQDC1-530RA 9.14 m (30 ft)
M12 x 1
ø 14.5 [0.57"]

Brackets

SMBSL
52
• Angled bracket
• 304 stainless steel
• Hardware included 40 6X
41 Ø5.5

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