Versatile, Rugged Laser Distance Sensor

With best in class excess gain, bipolar PNP and NPN outputs, a reliable 25 to 300 mm detection range and superior ambient light immunity, the Q4X can solve even the most challenging distance-based, part-detection applications.

1 min  47 secs 
High-Pressure Washdown

Banner's Q4X versatile, rugged laser distance sensor has an IP69K rating for use in wet and high-pressure washdown environments. The IP69K rating is important for applications where high-pressure, high-temperature water and cleaning chemicals are used to spray down equipment and machines.

1 min  27 secs 
Analog Fill Level Measurement

The Q4X can successfully solve a wide variety of applications, including fill level measurement for liquids and solids.

1 min  52 secs 
Dual Mode: Dual Distance + Intensity Window

In addition to best in class excess gain, bipolar PNP and NPN outputs and superior ambient light immunity Banner's Q4X now comes standard with Dual mode, an innovative new teach mode that allows the Q4X to measure intensity and distance to solve new applications.

2 mins  9 secs 
Black Foam on Black Plastic - Two-Point Teach Tutorial

This video will demonstrate how Banner's Q4X can solve even the most challenging applications. Using two-point static background suppression teach mode, the Q4X can reliably detect the presence of black foam in front of black plastic on a door panel.

1 min  16 secs 
Cap Orientation - Foreground Suppression Tutorial

Using foreground suppression teach mode, also known as one-point window, the Q4X can reliably detect an upside down white bottle cap only 3.5 mm thick that is moving along a white conveyor.

1 min  21 secs 
Shiny/Black Surface Detection

Banner's Q4X stainless steel laser measurement sensor solves even the most challenging applications. The Q4X detects any portion of consumers' products, from reflective to black surfaces.

1 min  4 secs 
Cap Orientation - Two-Point Teach Tutorial

This video will demonstrate how simple it is to use the two-point teach mode on Banner's Q4X sensor. Using two-point teach mode, the Q4X can reliably detect the presence of white bottle caps whether upside down or right side up as they move down a white conveyor belt.

1 min  20 secs 

Solutions

Solves difficult distance-based applications including black foam on black plastic, black rubber in front of metal, multicolor packaging and targets of all colors.

Black Plastic Tray Detection at a Hopper and Filling Station
Black Plastic Tray Detection at a Hopper and Filling Station

Learn how the Q4X detects dark colored trays at hopper and filling station in the food industry.

Bottle Fill Level Detection
Bottle Fill Level Detection

Measure fill level, provide feedback on height of pills

Cap Orientation Verification
Cap Orientation Verification

Sanitary environment, subjected to aggressive chemical washdowns

Carton Stack Height
Carton Stack Height

Frequent product changeovers, reduce setup time

Clear and Reflective Targets
Clear and Reflective Targets

Detecting clear and reflective objects are some of the most challenging sensor applications. Light can burn through a target or be reflected away erratically, making accurate detection difficult.

Clear Tray Detection at Hopper Food Storage Units
Clear Tray Detection at Hopper Food Storage Units

Learn how the Q4X detects clear plastic trays at hopper and filling station in the food industry.

Close Proximity Error Proofing on Assembly Line
Close Proximity Error Proofing on Assembly Line

Multiple sensors, confirm part presence and position

Counting Multicolored Reflective Packages on a Conveyor
Counting Multicolored Reflective Packages on a Conveyor

Counting reflective and wrinkled packaging on a conveyor

Dark and Low Contrast Targets
Dark and Low Contrast Targets

Dark objects are difficult to detect since they reflect very little light back to the sensor. In addition, black on black targets (low contrast between target and background) are especially challenging.

Detecting Black Parts on Black Door Panel
Detecting Black Parts on Black Door Panel

Differentiate between foam and poor contrast background

Detecting Bottles in Washdown: Glass & PET Plastic
Detecting Bottles in Washdown: Glass & PET Plastic

Washdown environment, IP69K ratings required

Detecting Clear Bottles to Trigger Shrink Sleeve Labeler
Detecting Clear Bottles to Trigger Shrink Sleeve Labeler

High-speed labeler processing 800 bottles per minute

Detecting Transparent Bottles in a Washdown Environment
Detecting Transparent Bottles in a Washdown Environment

Detect accumulations to regulate line pressure

Dual Output Status Indication
Dual Output Status Indication

The S15L Series In-Line Sensor Status Indicator is a two color indicator light that indicates power and output status. Its inline connection, over-molded design and bright indication create a cost-effective solution that can be applied to most 4- or 5-pin devices with an output.

Error Proofing Integrated Circuit Chips Loaded into Pocket Tape
Error Proofing Integrated Circuit Chips Loaded into Pocket Tape

Detect presence and orientation of each integrated circuit

Error-Proofing Loading of IC Chips into Pocket Tape
Error-Proofing Loading of IC Chips into Pocket Tape

Detect presence and orientation of each integrated circuit

Hard Disk Detection
Hard Disk Detection

Detect whether shiny disks are properly seated

Rubber Washer Detection on Engine Block
Rubber Washer Detection on Engine Block

Dark material detection, risk of impact

Sanitary Detection of Clear Plastic Food Containers
Sanitary Detection of Clear Plastic Food Containers

Sanitary environment, IP69K ratings required

CAD Files

Technical Documents

Complete information on performance, programming, troubleshooting, dimensions, and accessories.

Technical Literature

Date
Type
Size
Q4X Analog Instruction Manual
11 Jan 2023
Product Manual
3MB
Q4X with Dual Discrete Outputs and IO-Link Instruction Manual
11 Jan 2023
Product Manual
4.9MB
Q4X Clear Object Detection Quick Start Guide
11 Jan 2023
Quick Start Guide
875K
Q4X Discrete Instruction Manual
11 Jan 2023
Product Manual
4.3MB
IO-Link Data Reference Guide: Q4X
1 Oct 2019
Product Manual
120K
Date
Type
Size
Q4X Quick Start Guide IO-Link (Traditional Chinese)
08/18/22
Quick Start Guide
2.3MB
Q4X Quick Start Guide (Traditional Chinese)
08/18/22
Quick Start Guide
2.1MB
Q4X Analog Quick Start Guide (Traditional Chinese)
08/18/22
Quick Start Guide
2.1MB
Date
Type
Size
Q4X with Dual Discrete Outputs and IO-Link Quick Start Guide (French)
08/11/22
Quick Start Guide
1.3MB
Q4X Quick Start Guide (French)
08/04/22
Quick Start Guide
1.8MB
Q4X Analog -- Instruction Manual (French)
07/26/22
Product Manual
4.4MB
Q4X Analog Quick Start Guide (French)
07/26/22
Quick Start Guide
1.7MB
Q4X Clear Object Detection Quick Start Guide (French)
08/07/15
Quick Start Guide
808K
Date
Type
Size
Q4X with Dual Discrete Outputs and IO-Link Quick Start Guide (German)
08/26/22
Quick Start Guide
1.9MB
Q4X Analog -- Instruction Manual (German)
08/11/22
Product Manual
4.4MB
Q4X Analog Quick Start Guide (German)
08/11/22
Quick Start Guide
1.7MB
Q4X Quick Start Guide (German)
08/09/22
Quick Start Guide
1.8MB
Q4X Clear Object Detection Quick Start Guide (German)
08/07/15
Quick Start Guide
813K
Date
Type
Size
Q4X with Dual Discrete Outputs and IO-Link Quick Start Guide (Italian)
08/30/22
Quick Start Guide
1.9MB
Q4X Discrete Quick Start Guide (Italian)
08/26/22
Quick Start Guide
1.7MB
Q4X Analog -- Instruction Manual (Italian)
07/18/22
Product Manual
4.4MB
Q4X Analog Quick Start Guide (Italian)
07/18/22
Datasheet
1.7MB
Q4X Clear Object Detection Quick Start Guide (Italian)
08/07/15
Quick Start Guide
799K
Date
Type
Size
Q4X -- Instruction Manual (Japanese)
05/06/16
Product Manual
2.3MB
Date
Type
Size
Q4X Quick Start Guide (Korean)
08/11/22
Quick Start Guide
1.9MB
Q4X -- Instruction Manual (Korean)
01/04/19
Product Manual
6.2MB
Date
Type
Size
Q4X Quick Start Guide (Portuguese)
08/02/22
Quick Start Guide
1.8MB
Date
Type
Size
Q4X Quick Start Guide (Spanish)
08/01/22
Quick Start Guide
1.6MB
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