
Diffuse mode sensor
ML100-8-1000-RT/95/103
Dimensions
Model Number
ML100-8-1000-RT/95/103
Diffuse mode sensor
with 4-pin, M8 x 1 connector
Features
• Miniature design
• Easy to use
• Very bright, highly visible light spot
• Full metal thread mounting
• Highly visible LEDs for Power ON
and switching state
• Not sensitive to ambient light
Receiver
Emitter
Electrical connection
1
2
3
4
Option:
+UB
Q
0 V
Q
103
11
12.18.7
10.6
20
M8 x 1
10.6
3
M3
31
25.4
34.2
4.1
2.8
Product information
The ML100 series is characterized by its
miniature housing with integral, all-metal
threaded bushings. All versions are equipped with a visible red transmitter LED. This
greatly simplifies installation and commissioning. The switching states are easily visible
from all directions thanks to the highly visible
LEDs.
= Light on
= Dark on
Pinout
Indicators/operating means
4
3
1
2
24
13
1 Light-Dark-switching
2 Sensitivity adjuster
3 Signal display yellow
4 Operating display green
Release date: 2011-09-16 08:50 Date of issue: 2011-09-16 210537_eng.xml
Subject to modifications without notice
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Diffuse mode sensor
ML100-8-1000-RT/95/103
Technical data
General specifications
Detection range 0 ... 1000 mm
Adjustment range 100 ... 1000 mm
Reference target standard white, 100 mm x 100 mm
Light source LED
Light type modulated visible red light
Approvals CE, cULus Listed 57M3 (Only in association with UL Class 2
Diameter of the light spot approx. 75 mm at a distance of 1000 mm
Angle of divergence approx. 2 °
Optical face frontal
Ambient light limit EN 60947-5-2
Functional safety related parameters
MTTFd 860 a
Mission Time (TM) 20 a
Diagnostic Coverage (DC) 0 %
Indicators/operating means
Operating display LED green: power on
Function display LED yellow, lights up with receiver lit
Controls sensitivity adjustment
Controls Light/Dark switch
Electrical specifications
Operating voltage UB10 ... 30 V DC , class 2
Ripple max. 10 %
No-load supply current I
Output
Switching type light/dark on, switchable
Signal output 1 PNP output, short-circuit protected, protected from reverse
Switching voltage max. 30 V DC
Switching current max. 100 mA , resistive load
Voltage drop Ud≤ 1. 5 V D C
Switching frequency f 1000 Hz
Response time 0.5 ms
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature -30 ... 60 °C (-22 ... 140 °F)
Storage temperature -40 ... 70 °C (-40 ... 158 °F)
Mechanical specifications
Protection degree IP67
Connection Male connector M8 x 1 , 4-pin
Material
Housing PC (Polycarbonate)
Optical face PMMA
Mass approx. 10 g
Compliance with standards and directives
Directive conformity
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC EN 60947-5-2
Standard conformity
Standards UL 508
power supply; Type 1 enclosure)
< 20 mA
0
polarity, open collector
Accessories
OMH-ML100-03
Mounting aid for round steel ø 12 mm or
sheet 1.5 mm ... 3 mm
OMH-ML100-04
Mounting bracket
OMH-ML100-05
Mounting bracket
OMH-F10-ML100
Mounting aid for ML100 series
OMH-10
Mounting aid
V31-WM-2M-PUR
4-pin, M8 socket, PUR cable
V31-GM-2M-PUR
4-pin, M8 socket, PUR cable
Other suitable accessories can be found at
www.pepperl-fuchs.com
Approvals and certificates
UL approval cULus Listed, Class 2 Power Source, Type 1 enclosure
CCC approval Products with a maximum operating voltage of ≤36 V do not
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bear a CCC marking because they do not require approval.
USA: +1 330 486 0001
fa-info@us.pepperl-fuchs.com
Germany: +49 621 776-4411
fa-info@pepperl-fuchs.comwww.pepperl-fuchs.com
Copyright Pepperl+Fuchs
Singapore: +65 6779 9091
fa-info@sg.pepperl-fuchs.com
Release date: 2011-09-16 08:50 Date of issue: 2011-09-16 210537_eng.xml

Diffuse mode sensor
Curves/Diagrams
Characteristic response curve
Offset Y [mm]
20
15
10
5
0
-5
-10
-15
-20
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200
x
y
Relative received light strength
Gain Excess
1000
white 90 %
grey 18 %
ML100-8-1000-RT/95/103
Distance X [mm]
100
10
1
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200
x
white 90 %
grey 18 %
Distance X [mm]
Detection ranges
Object colour
white
90%
grey
18%
black
6%
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200
Detection range [mm]
x
Release date: 2011-09-16 08:50 Date of issue: 2011-09-16 210537_eng.xml
Subject to modifications without notice
Pepperl+Fuchs Group
USA: +1 330 486 0001
fa-info@us.pepperl-fuchs.com
Germany: +49 621 776-4411
fa-info@pepperl-fuchs.comwww.pepperl-fuchs.com
Copyright Pepperl+Fuchs
Singapore: +65 6779 9091
fa-info@sg.pepperl-fuchs.com
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