Why Choose the IMO FAIM/BN-1A M18 Retro-Reflective Photoelectric Switch?
The IMO FAIM/BN-1A is an industrial M18 retro-reflective photoelectric sensor designed for reliable object detection in machinery, conveying, packaging and material-handling applications. Its axial optical arrangement and robust nickel-plated brass housing provide a compact sensing solution for industrial automation systems where dependable non-contact detection is required.
The FAIM/BN-1A offers an adjustable retro-reflective sensing distance of up to 5 m when used with a suitable reflector. It uses 880 nm infrared emission and incorporates a sensitivity adjustment trimmer, allowing the sensor to be optimised for the reflector, operating distance and installation conditions.
Operating from a 10–30 V DC supply, the sensor provides complementary NPN NO+NC outputs with a load current of up to 100 mA. The FAIM/BN-1A is supplied with a 2 m PVC cable and features IP67 protection, making it suitable for demanding industrial automation environments.
Key Advantages
- Adjustable retro-reflective sensing distance up to 5 m.
- Compact M18 × 1 cylindrical threaded housing for straightforward machine mounting.
- Complementary NPN NO+NC outputs provide flexible control logic.
- 880 nm infrared emission for dependable retro-reflective detection.
- Integrated sensitivity adjustment trimmer for application-specific optimisation.
- Fast 250 Hz switching frequency for industrial detection tasks.
- Durable nickel-plated brass housing with IP67 ingress protection.
- Integrated short-circuit, reverse-polarity, overvoltage and impulse-voltage protection.
Key Features
- FA series M18 photoelectric sensor.
- Retro-reflective sensing principle.
- Axial optical configuration.
- Nominal sensing distance up to 5 m with suitable reflector.
- Adjustable sensitivity via trimmer.
- Infrared 880 nm emission.
- NPN complementary NO+NC output.
- 10–30 V DC operating voltage.
- Maximum load current of 100 mA.
- 250 Hz switching frequency.
- 2 m PVC cable with axial cable exit.
- Nickel-plated brass M18 housing.
- IP67 protection rating.
- Yellow LED for output status indication.
- Operating temperature range of -25 to +70 °C.
Reliable Retro-Reflective Detection for Industrial Automation
Retro-reflective photoelectric sensing uses a sensor containing both the emitter and receiver together with a reflector mounted opposite it. The FAIM/BN-1A sends an infrared beam towards the reflector and monitors the returned light, switching its output when an object interrupts the optical path. This arrangement provides long-range detection while requiring electrical wiring on only one side of the monitored area.
With its adjustable 5 m sensing capability, 250 Hz switching frequency and complementary NPN outputs, the FAIM/BN-1A can be adapted to a wide variety of automated machinery. Its metal M18 housing, IP67 protection and integrated electrical protection functions support reliable operation in demanding production and material-handling environments.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor object detection.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Material-handling equipment.
- Automated production lines.
- Presence and position detection.
- Product counting applications.
- Warehouse and logistics automation.
- Industrial machine control systems.
