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    Q3X Series

    The versatile, rugged laser contrast sensor provides reliable, high-speed detection and fixed background suppression models allow for contrast detection in a fixed range while ignoring a background.

    • High-speed part detection as fast as 250 us, capturing up to 2,000 events per second
    • Reliable sensing range up to 300 mm
    • Used for challenging presence/absence or orientation detection for applications with small contrast differences
    • Rugged, nickel-plated zinc housing suitable even for environments with cutting fluids and oils
    • Clear intensity readout from angled three-digit display
    • Easy setup with responsive buttons
    • Fixed background suppression models allow for contrast detection in a fixed range while ignoring a background
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    Technical Literature

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    Q3X Quick Start Guide
    Q3X Quick Start Guide
    12 Jul 2017
    Quick Start Guide
    768K
    Q3X Product Manual
    Q3X Product Manual
    12 Jul 2017
    Product Manual
    1.3MB
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    Q3X Quick Start Guide (French)
    06/04/15
    Quick Start Guide
    934K
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    Q3X Quick Start Guide (German)
    06/04/15
    Quick Start Guide
    937K
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    Q3X Quick Start Guide (Italian)
    06/04/15
    Quick Start Guide
    924K
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    Q3X Product Manual (Japanese)
    05/06/16
    Product Manual
    739K
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    Q3X Product Manual (Korean)
    01/04/19
    Product Manual
    1.8MB
    Q3X Quick Start Guide (Korean)
    03/17/15
    Quick Start Guide
    832K
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    Q3X Quick Start Guide (Portuguese)
    04/29/15
    Quick Start Guide
    845K
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    Q3X Quick Start Guide (Spanish)
    06/04/15
    Quick Start Guide
    907K

    Software

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    Banner Sensors Graphical User Interface (GUI)
    5 Sep 2024
    Software
    433.4MB

    Marketing Literature

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    Electronic Industry Solutions Brochure
    10 Apr 2024
    Product Brochure
    9.1MB
    Photoelectric Sensor Solutions Brochure
    24 Jan 2024
    Product Brochure
    2.3MB
    Automotive Industry Solutions Brochure
    16 May 2023
    Product Brochure
    4.5MB
    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    18 Nov 2016
    Product Brochure
    947K
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    Solutions for the Automotive Industry
    汽车行业解决方案
    08/07/18
    Product Brochure
    6MB
    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    09/19/17
    Product Brochure
    1.5MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet - Taiwan
    09/14/16
    Product Brochure
    1.2MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    03/09/15
    Product Brochure
    1.4MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    03/09/15
    Product Brochure
    1.4MB
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    Solutions for the Automotive Industry
    08/07/18
    Product Brochure
    3.9MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    03/09/15
    Product Brochure
    1.4MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    03/09/15
    Product Brochure
    1.4MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    03/09/15
    Product Brochure
    1.4MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet - Japan
    02/25/16
    Product Brochure
    905K
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet - Korean
    02/25/16
    Product Brochure
    566K
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet - Portuguese (BR)
    02/25/16
    Product Brochure
    4.7MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    06/03/15
    Product Brochure
    2MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet - Spanish (MX)
    02/25/16
    Product Brochure
    3.8MB
    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    04/02/15
    Product Brochure
    1.3MB
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    Q3X Laser Contrast Sensor Sell Sheet
    03/06/15
    Product Brochure
    1.4MB
    High-Speed Registration Mark Detection
    High-Speed Registration Mark Detection

    Banner’s Q3X versatile, rugged laser contrast sensor is ideal for detecting registration marks. With a range up to 300 mm, the Q3X has a tight laser spot able to detect a small white registration mark reliably. When the Q3X detects the white registration mark, the intensity readout increases and a discrete output is triggered, indicating the white registration mark is present and it is the correct package going down the line.

    Hard Disk Detection
    Hard Disk Detection

    Detect whether shiny disks are properly seated

    Detection of Cap Orientation
    Detection of Cap Orientation

    The Banner Q3X laser diffuse sensor is ideal for applications that require orientation detection with small contrast differences.

    Black O-Ring Detection
    Black O-Ring Detection

    The Q3X is Banner’s rugged, versatile laser contrast sensor, ideal for applications that require fast detection. As parts go down the conveyor, the Q3X will be able to detect if the o-ring is present based on the taught contrast differences. If the o-ring is not present, the Q3X will see a bright signal level and send an output to the PLC. This alerts operators to fix the error or move the part off of the production line.

    Bottle Label Verification
    Bottle Label Verification

    Banner’s Q3X versatile, rugged laser contrast sensor including background suppression is ideal for contrast applications where there is also a fixed background that needs to be ignored. In this application, the Q3X background suppression sensor detects the contrast difference between a bottle with and without a label for reliable label detection. With a range up to 50 mm, the Q3X has a tight laser spot able to detect a small change in contrast reliably.

    Q4X On- and Off- Delay Timers Demonstation
    Q4X On- and Off- Delay Timers Demonstation

    Built-in delay timers on the new Q4X and Q3X make it easy to regulate product flow on production lines and increase efficiency.

    Q3X Demo Kit [Video]
    Q3X Demo Kit [Video]

    This video is designed to walk you through the steps of the Q3X demo kit.

    Q3X Versatile, Rugged Laser Contrast Sensor
    Q3X Versatile, Rugged Laser Contrast Sensor

    With a fast 250 microsecond response speed, a reliable 300 mm detection range, bipolar PNP and NPN outputs and superior ambient light immunity, the Q3X can solve even the most challenging contrast-based, part-detection applications. Some models are available with fixed background suppression, allowing for contrast detection in a fixed range while ignoring a background.

    Q3X LD50 Laser Contrast Sensor
    Q3X LD50 Laser Contrast Sensor

    Introducing the new Q3X laser contrast sensor with fixed background suppression by Banner Engineering. The combination of contrast detection within a specified sensing range and fixed background suppression beyond, makes the new Q3X one of a kind.

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    1. Q3XTBLD-Q8

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      Q3XT Series: Laser Diffuse
      Range: 300 mm; Input: 10-30 V dc
      Outputs: Bipolar: 1 NPN; 1 PNP
      5-pin M12 Integral QD

    2. Q3XTBLD200-Q8

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      Q3XT Series: Laser Diffuse with BGS
      Range: 200 mm; Input: 10-30 V dc
      Outputs: Bipolar: 1 NPN; 1 PNP
      5-pin M12 Integral QD

    3. Q3XTBLD150-Q8

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      Q3XT Series: Laser Diffuse with BGS
      Range: 150 mm; Input: 10-30 V dc
      Outputs: Bipolar: 1 NPN; 1 PNP
      5-pin M12 Integral QD

    4. Q3XTBLD100-Q8

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      Q3XT Series: Laser Diffuse with BGS
      Range: 100 mm; Input: 10-30 V dc
      Outputs: Bipolar: 1 NPN; 1 PNP
      5-pin M12 Integral QD

    5. Q3XTBLD50-Q8

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      Q3XT Series: Laser Diffuse with BGS
      Range: 50 mm; Input: 10-30 V dc
      Outputs: Bipolar: 1 NPN; 1 PNP
      5-pin M12 Integral QD

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