Banner Engineering automation products selector & configurator
Banner Engineering have an extensive catalog of over 40,000 products, with hundreds of new, innovative products released every year.
Every product is designed for simplicity and versatility and built to the highest levels of quality.
Banner Engineering has the most advanced just-in-time manufacturing capabilities in the industry, allowing us to provide custom products quickly and cost-effectively to solve unique and challenging applications.
Customers can rely on products from Banner Engineering to be easy to use, easy to maintain and to perform reliably in the most challenging applications.
Every product is designed for simplicity and versatility and built to the highest levels of quality.
Banner Engineering has the most advanced just-in-time manufacturing capabilities in the industry, allowing us to provide custom products quickly and cost-effectively to solve unique and challenging applications.
Customers can rely on products from Banner Engineering to be easy to use, easy to maintain and to perform reliably in the most challenging applications.
Select categories to navigate Banner Engineering products and use dynamic selectors:
1. Industrial sensors
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Banner Engineering has a wide variety of sensors to solve challenging problems all over the world.
New and innovative technology in photo-electrics, laser distance measurement, ultrasonics, and fiber optics work to solve almost any industrial automation application.
You can choose below one of many Banner Engineering sensor categories, to access a dedicated product selector:
New and innovative technology in photo-electrics, laser distance measurement, ultrasonics, and fiber optics work to solve almost any industrial automation application.
You can choose below one of many Banner Engineering sensor categories, to access a dedicated product selector:
1.1. Photo-electric sensors
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Photo-electric sensors, also known as photo eyes, emit a beam of light that is used to detect the presence or absence of items and equipment or changes in surface conditions.
When the emitted light is interrupted or reflected by the object, the change in light patterns is measured by a receiver and the target object or surface is recognized.
Photo-electric sensors are very common in industrial manufacturing fields such as material handling, packaging, food and beverage, medical, and many others.
There are three ways to select a photo-electric sensor from Banner Engineering:
When the emitted light is interrupted or reflected by the object, the change in light patterns is measured by a receiver and the target object or surface is recognized.
Photo-electric sensors are very common in industrial manufacturing fields such as material handling, packaging, food and beverage, medical, and many others.
There are three ways to select a photo-electric sensor from Banner Engineering:
- by shape or series, for users who are already familiar with Banner Engineering sensors
- by shape and sensing mode, for users who have a clear application in mind and need to choose the best possible sensor
- by sensing distance and sensing mode, for users who have a pre-defined sensing range constraint
1.1.1. Select a photo-electric sensor by shape or series
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As a class-leading manufacturer, Banner Engineering has a very wide selection of sensor shapes, mounting modes and series, each with their own benefits, to fit all applications:
- a. Slot sensors, also known as "U-shaped" sensors, detect objects that pass between the two arms - one with the emitter and the other with the receiver. The fixed slot width provides reliable opposed-mode sensing of objects as small as 0.30mm. Ideal for counting, sensing parts on conveyor rails and belts, detecting edges and other applications.
- b. Rectangular-shaped sensors with mounting thread - mounting style uniquely available with Banner Engineering. All the benefits and technology of rectangular sensors (display, buttons for control and setup, etc.) with the simplicity of an M30 mounting thread
- c. Classic rectangular-shaped sensors for mounting on a plate adapter - allow precise angular positioning, using market widely available mounting plate adapters.
- d. Cylindrical threaded/barrel-shaped sensors - compact sensors with vibration-proof threaded mounting, in all sizes (M12, M18, M30 and more)
- e. Cylindrical smooth-shaped sensors - the most compact high-performance sensors, can be mounted accurated with a simple clamp
1.1.2. Select by shape and sensing mode
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Banner Engineering also offers a wide variety of sensing modes: retro-reflective, through-beam, diffuse, fixed field, adjustable field, convergent, divergent and divergent diffuse.
You can navigate the below table to discover the sensors available for each sensing mode, then click on your selection to open a more detailed configurator:
| U-shaped | Rectangular with mounting M18 thread | Rectangular with mounting M30 thread | Rectangular | Cylindrical threaded/barrel with M5 thread | Cylindrical threaded/barrel with M8 thread | Cylindrical threaded/barrel with M12 thread | Cylindrical threaded/barrel with M18 thread | Cylindrical threaded/barrel with M30 thread | Cylindrical smooth | |||||||||
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1.1.3. Select by sensing range
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Banner Engineering offers a wide selection of photo-electric sensors with sensing ranges from a few millimeters to hundred meters.
Navigate the table below to select a sensing mode based on your application requirements:
Divergent diffuse1.2. Fiber optic photo-electric sensors and amplifiers
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Fiber optic sensors are small enough to fit in confined areas and can be positioned precisely where needed with flexible fibers.
Their heads are available in various shapes (cylindrical smooth, cylindrical thread, Rectangular and slot/fork shape) and adapt to a variety of sensing modes (diffuse, diffuse reflective, reflective, spot through-beam, linear through-beam)
A fiber optic photo-electric sensing application usually consists of two components:
- A fiber sensor (head and fiber optic, pre-assembled)
- A fiber optic sensor amplifier (which usually emits the lights and processes the returned light. Below, the sensor can be selected by emitted light color or by general technical characteristics
1.2.1. First, choose your fiber sensor
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1.2.2. Then, choose your amplifier by light color or series...
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1.2.3. ... or choose your amplifier by technical characteristics
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1 discrete output | 1 discrete output | 1 discrete output | 1 discrete output | 1 discrete output | 1 discrete output / 2 discrete outputs + IO-Link |
1 discrete output / 2 discrete outputs + IO-Link |
1 discrete output / 1 discrete + 1 analog current output / 1 discrete + 1 analog voltage output / 2 discrete outputs / 2 discrete outputs + IO-Link |
1 discrete output | 1 discrete output | 1 discrete output | 1 discrete output | 1 discrete output | |
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Bare end flying leads / M8 connector / M8 pigtail / M12 connector / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M8 connector / M8 pigtail / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M8 connector |
Bare end flying leads/ M8 pigtail / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M8 pigtail / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M8 pigtail / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M8 connector / M8 pigtail / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M8 connector / M8 pigtail / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M8 connector / M8 pigtail / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads | Bare end flying leads / M12 connector |
Bare end flying leads / M8 connector / M8 pigtail / M12 connector / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M8 connector / M8 pigtail / M12 connector / M12 pigtail |
Bare end flying leads / M12 connector / M12 pigtail |
1.3. Photo-electric distance measurement sensors
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Distance sensors exist in various technologies:
- Photo-electric, with triangulation
- Photo-electric, with time-of-flight technology (it measure the time between emission of a light pulse and its return to the sensor, after being reflected by a target object)
- Photo-electric, with time-of-flight technology (same principle as photo-electric, except the emission is an inaudible high-frequency (100kHz or more) sound pulse
- 1 or 2 digital outputs (triggered when a object arrives at a preset distance of the sensor. 2 digital output distance sensors are used to detect if an object is within a certain distance range from the sensor
- analog output, which transmits in near-real-time the distance to the target object
- combination of digital and analog outputs, to perform both measurement and triggering
1.3.1. Select by shape and sensing mode
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50m range 1 discrete output |
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50m range 1 discrete output |
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50m range 1 discrete output |
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long range |
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8m range |
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50m range 2 discrete outputs |
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50m range 2 discrete outputs |
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long range |
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1.3.2. Select by sensing range
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1.4. Array sensors
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Array sensors provide a wide area of detection with different resolutions for different sized objects. Some can reliably see objects as small as 5.6mm or extremely flat objects such as an envelope.
They are not to be used for safety applications, in which case safety light curtains are preferred
Below table allows to choose the array sensor based on its sensing dimensions (height or length, depending on installation):
| Sensing height/length | 50...74mm | 75...99mm | 100...199mm | 200...299mm | 300...499mm | 500...599mm | 600...699mm | 700...799mm | 800...899mm | 900...999mm | 1000...1199mm | 1200...1399mm | 1400...1599mm | 1600...1799mm | 1800...2400mm | ||||||||||||
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1.5. Edge/profile sensors
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Using an array of closely spaced light beams, measuring light screens (also known as edge sensors) are designed for profiling, inspections, and process monitoring.
| Sensing height/length | 75...99mm | 100...199mm | 200...299mm | 300...499mm | 500...599mm | 600...699mm | 700...799mm | 800...899mm | 900...999mm | 1000...1199mm | 1200...1399mm | 1400...1599mm | 1600...1799mm | 1800...2400mm | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1.6. Displacement sensors
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Displacement sensors are used to measure distance between an object current position and a pre-set reference.
To select the right displacement sensor for your application, you can either:
- select its beam type and outputs
or - select it to match the sensing range required by your application
1.6.1. Select by beam type and outputs
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1.6.2. Select by sensing range
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1.7. Radar sensors (R-GAGE)
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Radar sensors use Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radar technology to reliably detect moving or stationary targets.
Lower frequency radars can see high dielectric objects very well including cars, trains, trucks, and cargo even in extreme weather conditions.
Higher frequency radar sensors can see a wider array of objects and will be more robust than an ultrasonic sensor in most applications, including outdoors.
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1.8. Position sensors
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Suitable for reliably detecting the presence of a large metal object-such as a car, truck or railcar-even when the vehicle is not moving.
Designed to minimize the effects of temperature swings and destabilizing magnetic fields.
1.9. Ultrasonic sensors
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Ultrasonic sensors use sound waves rather than light, making them ideal for stable detection of uneven surfaces, liquids, clear objects, and objects in dirty environments.
These sensors work well for applications that require precise measurements between stationary and moving objects.
 M25U series |
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1.10. Liquid level sensors
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Banner Engineering ultrasonic level sensing device offer choice of dual-discrete or analog/discrete outputs.
Simplified setup with push-button TEACH programming of custom sensing window.
Possible remote programming with an external switch, computer or controller for added security and convenience.
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| 128kHz | 228kHz | |
3. Lighting and Indications
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Banner's expanding selection of LED light fixtures, tower lights, indicators, and actuators shine brilliant and bright to provide superior-quality illumination, clear status indication, and unmistakable operator guidance and offer the low-power, long-life, maintenance-free advantages offered by LED technology.
You can choose below one of many Banner Engineering lighting and indication categories, to access a dedicated product selector:
You can choose below one of many Banner Engineering lighting and indication categories, to access a dedicated product selector:
3.1. Tower / stack lights
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Preassembled and preconfigured multi-segment LED tower light indicators replace conventional stack lights, which often require time-consuming assembly and complex wiring. Various tower light models result in customized solutions, including a choice of ac or dc supply power, three audible output options, standard or high light intensities and quick-disconnect or pre-wired options.
Pro series programmable multi-color tower lights allow users to configure color, flashing, rotation, and light intensity. Banner's Pro Editor software allows users to program device status, colors and animations for control via 3 discrete outputs.
There are 3 ways to select a tower light from Banner Engineering:
- by the most popular product
- by diameter and series (for monolithic tower light)
- by separates modules or assemblies (for modular tower light)
3.1.1. Select by the most popular product
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| (RO) Orange Red |
(OR) Red Orange |
(RG) Green Red |
(GR) Red Green |
(ROG) Green Orange Red |
(GOR) Red Orange Green |
(RYG) Green Yellow Red |
(GYR) Red Yellow Green |
(ROGB) Blue Green Orange Red |
(BGOR) Red Orange Green Blue |
(RYGB) Blue Green Yellow Red |
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3.1.2. Select by diameter and series
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Monolithic tower lights
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TL30 Basic series |
TL30F Flat-mount |
TL50 Core series standard model |
TL50 Compact series 50% segment height |
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TL50 Universal voltage core series 100-240Vac |
TL50 Universal voltage compact series 100-240Vac |
TL50 Universal voltage beacon series 100-240Vac |
TL50 Universal voltage high-intensity series 100-240Vac |
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TL50 Pro Standard series |
TL50 Pro Compact series |
TL50 Pro Beacon series |
 TL50 Pro Select |
3.1.3. Select by separate modules or assemblies
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Modular tower lights (TL70 series) :
To make a tower light
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| 1-tier beacon | 2-tier stacks | 3-tier stacks | 4-tier stacks | 5-tier stacks | 6-tier stacks | with SureCross 900/2400MHz | ||
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3.2. Light beacons
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Select by application and diameter
3.3. Pilot lights
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Select by diameter and shape
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3.4. Industrial task lights
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Banner Engineering's industrial LED lighting products are high-quality and energy-efficient lights that provide years of maintenance-free operation, with no bulb or ballast changes required throughout the lifespan of the device. Robust, vibration-resistant housings and sleek designs make Banner Engineering's LED lighting ideal for a wide range of industrial applications, including machine lighting, enclosure lighting, visual inspection illumination and work cell lighting.
Below table allows to choose task light based on its shape.
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HLS27
hazardous areas 27mm profile 145-1130mm length |
WLS15
15mm profile 220-1200mm length |
WLS15 Pro
15mm profile 220-1200mm length |
WLB92
92mm profile 550/1100mm length |
WLC60
heavy-duty 24.5mm profile 340/640mm length |
WLA
High-power LED |
WL50
50mm diameter spotlight |
WLS27
shatterproof 27mm profile 145-1130mm length |
WLS28-2
versatile 28mm profile 145-1130mm length |
WLS28 Pro
color, intensity, and animation settings are programmable |
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high-temperature 60mm width L340-640mm |
WLC90
heavy-duty work light for high-temperature applications |
WL50S
50mm diameter sealed spotlight |
WLS70
70mm profile 300-1200mm length |
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3.5. Traffic lights
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Banner Engineering EZ-LIGHT Traffic Lights are preassembled indicators for signaling and traffic control, available with one, two, or three indicators.
- Intense levels of light output for outdoor applications
- Controlled field of view for signage and narrow lane use
- Rugged, cost-effective and easy-to-install
- Compact devices are completely self-contained (no controller needed)
- Immune to EMI and RFI interference
- Choose NPN or PNP input, and 15 to 30V dc or 85-130V ac operation, depending on model
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4. Touch-buttons and push-buttons
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4.1. Touch-buttons
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Banner Engineering is the leader in ergonomic, visual and sealed operator touch buttons for industrial applications. Since Banner Engineering touch buttons can have multiple colors and I/O capabilities, they can replace several conventional buttons, making them ideal in lean manufacturing environments.
Capacitive touch buttons have an ergonomic design that does not require force for actuation, but only contact with the surface of the button. This helps prevent stress on hands and wrists. Capacitive touch buttons operate with the touch of a finger, hand, or whole palm, and with either bare or gloved hands.
Optical touch buttons are a photo-electric replacement for mechanical push buttons. Both capacitive and optical touch buttons are zero force activated and require no physical pressure to operate.
select by actuation type and shape
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4.2. Push-buttons
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Push buttons require physical force to actuate the button. Banner Engineering also offers mechanical buttons with key operated selector switches.
4.2.1. Emergency push-buttons
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5. Picking systems (pick-to-lights)
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Pick-to-light devices and systems help industrial automation manufacturers reduce the risk of error in the assembly process, boosting product quality and reducing cost.
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