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Pepperl Fuchs VDM28-8-L1/73c/136
Distance sensor
- MPN
- VDM28-8-L1/73c/136
- Category
- Distance Sensors
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What is the Pepperl Fuchs VDM28-8-L1/73c/136?
Distance measurement using object
Measuring method PRT (Pulse Ranging Technology)
Accurate, clear, and reproducible measuring results
Red laser as the light emitter
Laser class 1, eyesafe
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Specifications
General specifications
| Order code (Pepperl+Fuchs part number) | 297900 |
| Measuring range | 0.2 ... 8 m |
| Reference target | Kodak white (90%) |
| Light source | laser diode typ. service life 85,000 h at Ta = +25 °C |
| Light type | modulated visible red light |
| Laser nominal ratings: Note | LASER LIGHT , DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM |
| Laser nominal ratings: Laser class | 1 |
| Laser nominal ratings: Wave length | 660 nm |
| Laser nominal ratings: Beam divergence | < 1.5 mrad |
| Laser nominal ratings: Pulse length | approx. 4 ns |
| Laser nominal ratings: Repetition rate | 250 kHz |
| Laser nominal ratings: max. pulse energy | < 1.5 nJ |
| Angle deviation | max. ± 2° |
| Measuring method | Pulse Ranging Technology (PRT) |
| Diameter of the light spot | < 10 mm at a distance of 8 m at 20 °C |
| Ambient light limit | 50000 Lux |
| Lifecycle | Active (current Pepperl+Fuchs product) |
Functional safety related parameters
| MTTFd | 200 a |
| Mission Time (TM) | 10 a |
| Diagnostic Coverage (DC) | 0 % |
Indicators/operating means
| Operation indicator | LED green |
| Function indicator | 2 LEDs yellow for switching state |
| Teach-in indicator | Teach-In: LED green/yellow equiphase flashing; 2.5 Hz Teach Error:LED green/yellow non equiphase flashing; 8.0 Hz |
| Control elements | 5-step rotary switch for operating modes selection (threshold setting and operating modes) |
| Control elements | Switch for setting the threshold values |
Electrical specifications
| Operating voltage | 10 ... 30 V DC , class 2 UB |
| Ripple | 10 % within the supply tolerance |
| No-load supply current | ≤ 125 mA / 24 V DC I0 |
| Time delay before availability | < 1.5 s at 20 °C tv |
Output
| Signal output | 2 push-pull (4 in 1) outputs, short-circuit protected, reverse polarity protected |
| Switching voltage | max. 30 V DC |
| Switching current | max. 100 mA |
| Switching frequency | 50 Hz f |
| Response time | 10 ms |
Conformity
| Electromagnetic compatibility | EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4 |
| Laser safety | IEC 60825-1:2014 |
Measurement accuracy
| Absolute accuracy | ± 25 mm |
| Repeat accuracy | < 5 mm |
Approvals and certificates
| Protection class | III |
| UL approval | cULus Listed, Class 2 Power Source, Type 1 enclosure |
| CCC approval | CCC approval / marking not required for products rated ≤36 V |
| FDA approval | IEC 60825-1:2014 Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for conformance with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3 as described in Laser Notice 56, dated May 8, 2019. |
Ambient conditions
| Ambient temperature | -30 ... 55 °C (-22 ... 131 °F) |
| Storage temperature | -30 ... 70 °C (-22 ... 158 °F) |
Mechanical specifications
| Degree of protection | IP67 |
| Connection | 4-pin, M12 x 1 connector |
| Material: Housing | plastic |
| Material: Optical face | PMMA |
| Mass | 90 g |
| Dimensions: Height | 88 mm |
| Dimensions: Width | 25.8 mm |
| Dimensions: Depth | 54.6 mm |
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VDM28-8-L1/73c/136: frequently asked questions
When can VDM28-8-L1/73c/136 be shipped?
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Can I pick up VDM28-8-L1/73c/136 in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
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