Autonics BF5 Series - User Manual

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Fiber
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Door/Area
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Proximity
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Pressure
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Rotary
encoder
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Connector/
Socket
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Temp.
controller
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SSR/
Power
controller
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Counter
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Timer
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Panel
meter
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Tacho/
Speed/ Pulse
meter
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Display
unit
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Sensor
controller
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Switching
power
supply
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Stepping
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Driver&Controller
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Graphic/
Logic
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Field
network
device
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Software
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Other
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The temperature or humidity mentioned in Environment indicates a non freezing or condensation environment.
BF5 Series Fiber Optic Amplier
Please read “Caution for your safety” in operation
manual before using.
Dual digital display type fiber optic amplifiers
Features
● Dual-display for light incident level and setting value(BF5 -D)
● Minute object sensing available with 1/10,000 high resolution
● Enables to detect with high-speed(20,000 times per sec.) moving objects
● 4 response speeds
: Ultra fast mode(50
㎲
), high speed mode(150
㎲
),
standard mode(500
㎲
), long distance mode(4ms)
● Long lasting amplifier regardless of element’s life degradation
or temperature change
● Multiple sensitivity setting modes available
: auto tuning, 1 point(maximum sensitivity), 2 point, positioning teaching
● Up to 8 units enable to stack with mutual interference prevention function
using side connectors
● Auto channel setting function for multiple installations
● Slim design(W10×H30×L70mm)
Model
Display type Dual Display type Single Display type
NPN open collector output BF5R-D1-N BF5G-D1-N BF5B-D1-N BF5R-S1-N
PNP open collector output
BF5R-D1-P BF5G-D1-P BF5B-D1-P BF5R-S1-P
Light source
Red LED
(660nm, modulated)
Green LED
(530nm, modulated)
Blue LED
(470nm, modulated)
Red LED
(660nm, modulated)
Power supply 12-24VDC±10%
Current consumption Max. 50mA
Operation mode Light ON / Dark ON Selectable
Control output
NPN or PNP open collector
●Load voltage: Max. 24VDC ●Load current: Max. 100mA ●Residual voltage
-
NPN:Max. 1V, PNP:Max. 3V
Protection circuit Reverse polarity protection, overcurrent protection, surge absorption
Response time Ultra Fast : 50
㎲
, Fast : 150
㎲
,STD : 500
㎲
, Long : 4ms Fast : 150
㎲
, STD : 500
㎲
, Long : 4ms
Display method
●Incident light level: Red, 4digit, 7Segment
●SV : Green, 4digit, 7Segment
●Main output indicator : Red LED
●Incident light level / SV : Red, 4digit, 7Segment
●Main output indicator : Red LED
Display function
Incident light level / SV display [4,000/10,000 resolution], Percentage display, High/Low peak value display,
Normal / Reversed display
Sensitivity setting
Auto tuning, 1 point teaching,
2 point teaching, Positioning teaching
Auto tuning
Mutual interference
prevention
Max. 8 unit sets (Automatically set regardless of response time)
Initializing Initializing to factory mode
-
Energy saving Normal / Energy saving 1 / Energy saving 2 -
Timer OFF, OFF Delay, ON Delay, One-shot OFF, 10ms OFF Delay timer, 40ms OFF Delay timer
Insulation resistance Min. 20MΩ(at 500VDC megger)
Dielectric strength 1,000VAC 50/60Hz for 1 min.
Vibration 1.5mm amplitude at frequency of 10 to 55Hz(for 1 min.) in each X, Y, Z directions for 2 hours
Shock 500m/s
2
(Approx. 50G) in each X, Y, Z directions for 3 times
Environ-
ment
Ambient illumination Incandescent lamp : Max. 3000
㏓
Sunlight : Max. 11000
㏓
Ambient temperature -10 to 50
℃
, storage: -20 to 70
℃
Ambient humidity 35 to 85%RH, storage: 35 to 85%RH
Protection IP40(IEC standards)
Material Case : PBT, Cover : PC
Fiber cable
Tightening torque
Min. 2kgf
Accessory
Connector type wire(ø4, 3-wire, 2m) (AWG22, Core diameter: 0.08mm, Number of cores: 60,
Insulator out diameter: ø1.25mm), Side connector
Approval
Unit weight Approx. 20g
Line-up
PNP output model

Summary

Features

Specifications

Control Output Diagram

Dimensions and Installation

Dimensions

Provides physical measurements of the BF5 amplifier units.

Installations

Instructions for mounting the amplifier unit on a DIN rail and connecting units.

Connection and Operation Modes

Fiber and Wire Connector Connection

Guides for connecting fiber optic cables and wire connectors to the amplifier.

RUN Mode Operation

Overview of the normal operating mode and basic key functions.

Sensitivity Setting Modes

Manual Sensitivity Setting

Sets sensitivity manually and is used for fine-adjustment after teaching.

Teaching Sensitivity Setting

Covers Auto-tuning, One-point, Two-point, and Positioning teaching methods.

One-point Teach Mode

Two-point Teach Mode

Positioning Teach Mode

Ground Teach Mode

Master;Slave Unit Communication

Group Teach Mode Display

Shows display status during group teaching between master and slave units.

Program Mode Introduction

Program Mode Flow

Illustrates the sequence for accessing and navigating program mode settings.

Program Mode Functions

Response Time Setting

Selects control output response time (Ultra Fast, Fast, Standard, Long distance).

Display Function Selection

Configures incident light level display mode (Standard/Percentage).

Timer Functionality

Sets timer operations (OFF Delay, ON Delay, One-shot) and time settings.

Unit Functions

Energy Saving Function

Reduces power consumption by dimming displays when inactive.

Light;Dark ON Switching

Sets output to activate on high (Light ON) or low (Dark ON) incident light levels.

Lock Function

Prevents accidental changes to sensitivity, mode, or initialization settings.

Data Bank Settings

Manages saving and loading of multiple configuration sets for different sensing objects.

Data Bank Mode Operations

Data Load and Save

Loads preset data or saves current settings to/from data banks.

Data Copy Operations

Copies data banks between units (1:1, 1:M) or loads/saves all units.

Data Bank Master;Slave Display

Copy, Load, Save All Operations

Shows display status during Copy All, Load All, and Save All data bank operations.

Peak Value Monitoring and Initialization

High;Low Peak Value Function

Monitors and displays the highest and lowest incident light levels detected.

Parameter Initialize Flow

Resets all parameters to factory defaults to prevent misoperation.

Sensitivity Setting Mode Overview

Auto Tuning Sensitivity

Core Functions Overview

Response Time Setting (Front Switch)

Sets response time via front slide switch (Fast, Standard, Long distance).

Display Function Selection

Chooses display mode for incident light level (standard/percentage).

Timer Function Modes

Configures timer operations like OFF Delay, ON Delay, and One-shot.

Group Teaching

Side Connector and Channel Settings

Amplifier Unit Connection

Details connecting multiple units via side connectors for shared power.

Auto Channel Setting

Automatically sets channels for connected units when power is supplied.

Interference Prevention and Error Handling

Mutual Interference Prevention

Prevents interference between adjacent units by setting different receiving times.

Error Code Troubleshooting

Lists error codes, their causes, and corresponding troubleshooting steps.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The Autonics BF5 Series Fiber Optic Amplifiers are designed for precise and reliable object detection in various industrial applications. These amplifiers are available in both dual digital display (BF5-D) and single digital display (BF5R-S1) models, offering flexibility to suit different user needs.

Function Description

The BF5 Series amplifiers are primarily used to amplify signals from fiber optic sensors, enabling the detection of objects based on changes in light intensity. Key functions include:

• Dual Digital Display (BF5-D models): Simultaneously displays the incident light level and the set value, providing clear visual feedback for monitoring and adjustment.
• Single Digital Display (BF5R-S1 models): Displays either the incident light level or the set value, offering a more compact interface.
• High Resolution Sensing: Capable of minute object sensing with a 1/10,000 high resolution, making them suitable for detecting very small targets.
• High-Speed Detection: Can detect objects moving at high speeds, up to 20,000 times per second, with various response speeds:
  • Ultra Fast: 50µs
  • Fast: 150µs
  • Standard: 500µs
  • Long Distance: 4ms
• Stable Operation: Designed for long-lasting performance, unaffected by element life degradation or temperature changes.
• Multiple Sensitivity Setting Modes: Offers several methods for setting sensitivity:
  • Auto Tuning: Automatically sets sensitivity, ideal for unstable incident light levels or fast-moving objects.
  • 1-Point Teaching: Sets maximum sensitivity by teaching a single point (with or without a sensing object).
  • 2-Point Teaching: Sets sensitivity based on the average of two incident light levels (with and without a sensing object), suitable for stable or slow-moving objects.
  • Positioning Teaching: Sets sensitivity to 90% of the maximum incident light level, useful for sensing objects with holes or curved surfaces.
  • Manual Sensitivity Setting (Fine-adjusting): Allows manual adjustment of sensitivity, often used after an initial teaching mode.
• Group Teaching Mode: Enables collective sensitivity setting for multiple slave amplifier units from a master unit, simplifying setup for multi-channel systems.
• Mutual Interference Prevention: Up to 8 units can be stacked with mutual interference prevention using side connectors, ensuring reliable operation in close proximity.
• Auto Channel Setting: Automatically assigns channels for multiple installations, streamlining setup.
• Data Bank Setting: Allows saving and loading of up to three different data banks, enabling quick recall of settings for various applications or sensing objects without resetting parameters.
• High/Low Peak Monitoring: Monitors and displays the maximum and minimum incident light levels, which can be initialized.
• Timer Function: Provides various timer operation modes (OFF, ON Delay, OFF Delay, One-shot) with adjustable time settings (1 to 5000ms) for precise control output timing.
• Energy Saving Function: Reduces power consumption by turning off display parts when no setting input is detected for 60 seconds, with two selectable modes.
• Light ON / Dark ON Switching: Configurable for control output to be ON when incident light level is higher (Light ON) or lower (Dark ON) than the set value.
• Communication Enable/Disable: Allows enabling or disabling communication for slave units during specific operations (Load/Save/Copy, Group Teaching).
• Lock Function: Two types of key lock settings (Loc1, Loc2) are available to prevent accidental changes to SV values.

Important Technical Specifications

• Power Supply: 12-24VDC ±10%
• Current Consumption: Max. 50mA
• Operation Mode: Light ON / Dark ON Selectable
• Control Output: NPN or PNP open collector
  • Load Voltage: Max. 24VDC
  • Load Current: Max. 100mA
  • Residual Voltage: NPN: Max. 1V, PNP: Max. 3V
• Protection Circuit: Reverse polarity protection, overcurrent protection, surge absorption.
• Response Time:
  • Ultra Fast: 50µs (BF5-D models only)
  • Fast: 150µs
  • Standard: 500µs
  • Long Distance: 4ms
• Display Method:
  • BF5-D models: Incident light level (Red, 4-digit, 7-segment), SV (Green, 4-digit, 7-segment), Main output indicator (Red LED).
  • BF5R-S1 models: Incident light level / SV (Red, 4-digit, 7-segment), Main output indicator (Red LED).
• Display Function: Incident light level / SV display (4,000/10,000 resolution), Percentage display, High/Low peak value display, Normal / Reversed display.
• Light Source:
  • BF5R-D1-N/P, BF5R-S1-N/P: Red LED (660nm, modulated)
  • BF5G-D1-N/P: Green LED (530nm, modulated)
  • BF5B-D1-N/P: Blue LED (470nm, modulated)
• Insulation Resistance: Min. 20MΩ (at 500VDC megger)
• Dielectric Strength: 1,000VAC 50/60Hz for 1 min.
• Vibration: 1.5mm amplitude at 10 to 55Hz (for 1 min.) in X, Y, Z directions for 2 hours.
• Shock: 500m/s² (Approx. 50G) in X, Y, Z directions for 3 times.
• Ambient Illumination: Incandescent lamp: Max. 3000lx, Sunlight: Max. 11000lx
• Ambient Temperature: -10 to 50°C (storage: -20 to 70°C)
• Ambient Humidity: 35 to 85%RH (storage: 35 to 85%RH) (non-freezing or non-condensing environment)
• Protection: IP40 (IEC standards)
• Material: Case: PBT, Cover: PC
• Fiber Cable Tightening Torque: Min. 2kgf
• Accessories: Connector type wire (ø4, 3-wire, 2m, AWG22), Side connector.
• Approval: CE
• Unit Weight: Approx. 20g
• Dimensions: W10 x H30 x L70mm

Usage Features

• Slim Design: Compact dimensions (W10×H30×L70mm) allow for installation in confined spaces.
• Easy Installation: Designed for DIN rail mounting, with simple attachment and removal mechanisms.
• Intuitive Interface: Features clear digital displays and dedicated keys (SET, UP, DOWN, MODE) for easy parameter setting and monitoring.
• Front Slide Switches: BF5R-S1 models utilize front slide switches for quick selection of response time, timer settings, and Light ON/Dark ON modes.
• Fiber Cable Connection: Secure fiber cable connection with a lock lever and protective cover, ensuring stable signal transmission.
• Wire Connector Connection: Simple and secure insertion of the connector until it clicks into place.
• Channel Management: Automatically sets channels for connected units, with a range of 1 to 32 channels.
• Parameter Initialization: Function to reset all parameters to default values, useful for troubleshooting or starting a new configuration.
• Error Code Display: Provides specific error codes (ErrL, Err, Erb) to assist in diagnosing and resolving operational issues.

Maintenance Features

• Self-Diagnostic Capabilities: Error codes help identify issues such as incident light level below minimum range, overcurrent, or communication errors.
• Robust Construction: IP40 protection and durable materials (PBT, PC) ensure reliability in industrial environments.
• Easy Troubleshooting: The manual provides clear guidance on how to address common error codes, such as increasing incident light level, removing overcurrent, or checking connections.
• Parameter Backup: Data Bank feature allows saving and loading configurations, facilitating quick restoration or transfer of settings.
• Long-Term Stability: Designed to maintain performance without degradation due to element aging or temperature fluctuations, reducing the need for frequent recalibration.

Autonics BF5 Series Specifications