
Distance sensor
VDM18-100/20/88/122/151
Dimensions
Model Number
VDM18-100/20/88/122/151
Distance sensor
8-pin, M12 metal connector, 90° convertible
Features
•Analog output 4mA...20mA
• High resolution
• Very fast response characteristic, suitable for rapid scanning process
•Interface RS 485
50
4.3
4
Electrical connection
RS485Y/A
1
2
3
4
5
6
+UB
Q1
Q2
RS485Z/B
Analog +
50
40
44
4.3
M12 x 1
4
46
44
16
13.5
4
17
Version X (mm)
VDM18-100 18.4
VDM18-300 21.5
Receiver
X11
Emitter
7
Analog -
8
Pinout
0 V
2
1
8
7
6
53
4
Release date: 2016-07-08 11:32 Date of issue: 2016-07-08 193921_eng.xml
Refer to “General Notes Relating to Pepperl+Fuchs Product Information”.
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Distance sensor
VDM18-100/20/88/122/151
Technical data
General specifications
Measurement range 30 ... 100 mm
Light source laser diode
Light type modulated visible red light
Laser nominal ratings
Note LASER LIGHT , DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
Laser class 2
Wave length 650 nm
Light spot representation approx. 1.5 mm x 3 mm at 100 mm
Measuring method Laser triangulation
Linearity error 0.25 % of the measuring range
Ambient light limit ≤ 5000 Lux
Resolution < 0.1 % of the measuring range
Temperature influence < 0.02% /°C
Indicators/operating means
Operation indicator LED green
Function indicator 2 yellow LEDs: Switching status (each output) , 4 green LEDs:
Control elements Control panel : Adjuster for switch point , Operating mode , Ana-
Parameterization indicator LED red
Electrical specifications
Operating voltage UB18 ... 30 V DC
No-load supply current I
Protection class II , rated voltage ≤ 50 V DC
Time delay before availability t
Interface
Interface type RS-485
Output
Interfaces RS-485
Signal output 2 PNP outputs, independent , short-circuit protected, reverse
Switching current max. 100 mA
Measurement output 1 analog output 4 ... 20 mA, short-circuit/overload protected ,
Switching frequency f ≤ 1 kHz
Response time 0.4 ms
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature -10 ... 60 °C (14 ... 140 °F)
Storage temperature -20 ... 80 °C (-4 ... 176 °F)
Mechanical specifications
Degree of protection IP67
Connection M12 connector, 8-pin
Material
Housing ABS , impact resistant
Optical face PMMA
Mass approx. 43 g
Compliance with standards and directives
Directive conformity
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC EN 60947-5-2
Standard conformity
Laser class DIN EN 60825-1:2008, IEC 60825-1:2007
typ. service life 50,000 h at Ta = +40 °C
Operating mode
log output ( S - Set , T - Toggle )
≤ 40 mA at 24 V DC
0
≤ 300 ms
v
polarity protected
Rmax = 500 Ohm
Laserlabel
Accessories
OMH-VDM18-01
Mounting accessory, distance measuring
devices Series VDM18
OMH-VDM18-02
Mounting accessory, distance measuring
devices Series VDM18
Other suitable accessories can be found at
Approvals and certificates
UL approval cULus Listed
Approvals CE, cULus
Refer to “General Notes Relating to Pepperl+Fuchs Product Information”.
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Release date: 2016-07-08 11:32 Date of issue: 2016-07-08 193921_eng.xml