
KRT18BW. …2… 2022/04/08
Technical data
Optical data
Operating range 13mm ± 3mm
Light source 1)
1) Average life expectancy 100,000h at an ambient temperature of 25°C
White LED
Light spot dimensions 1mm x 4mm (at a distance of 13 mm)
Light spot orientation Vertical (lengthwise) or horizontal (transverse)
Time behavior
Switching frequency 15kHz
Response time 33µs
Readiness delay < 300ms
Electrical data
Operating voltage UB 2)
2) For UL applications: use is permitted exclusively in Class 2 circuits according to NEC
12 … 30VDC (incl. residual ripple)
Residual ripple ≤15 % of UB
Open-circuit current 25mA (at 24V)
Switching outputs/functions OUT1 Push-pull, PNP dark switching (dark on),
NPN light switching (light on), changeover-capable
OUT2 Push-pull, PNP light switching (light on),
NPN dark switching (dark on), changeover-capable
Signal voltage high/low ≥(UB-2V)/≤2V
Output current Max. 100mA
Input IN Configuration input and blocking of the operational controls
Indicators
Green LED continuous light Ready
Yellow LED continuous light Switching signal - dark switching (dark on)
Bar graph Reception signal strength, 13-level
Yellow LEDs - special functions Light/dark switching
Mechanical data
Housing Diecast zinc, chemically nickel-plated
Connector Diecast zinc, chemically nickel-plated
Optics PMMA
Operation Multiturn potentiometer for sensitivity adjustment,
button for changing between light/dark switching
Weight 60g
Connection type M12 connector, 5-pin
Environmental data
Ambient temp. (operation/storage) -40°C … +60°C/-40°C … +70°C
Protective circuit 3)
3) 2=polarity reversal protection, 3=short circuit protection for all transistor outputs
2, 3
VDE protection class 4)
4) Rating voltage 50V
III
Degree of protection IP67, IP 69K
Light source Exempt group (in acc. with EN 62471)
Standards applied IEC 60947-5-2
Certifications UL 508, C22.2 No.14-13 2) 5) 6) 7) 8)
5) These proximity switches shall be used with UL Listed Cable assemblies rated 30V, 0.24A min,
in the field installation, or equivalent (categories: CYJV/CYJV7 or PVVA/PVVA7)
6) For use in NFPA 79 applications only.
7) Adapters providing field wiring means are available from the manufacturer. Refer to manufacturers information.
8) Caution – Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than specified herein may result in
hazardous light exposure.
Chemical resistance Tested in accordance with ECOLAB
Additional functions
Full control of the application 13-level bar graph signal display on the device
Light/dark switching (L/D) Can be activated via control button
KRT18BW
Notes
Glossy objects:
With glossy objects, the
sensor is to be fastened at
an inclination of
approx. 10° … 15° rela-
tive to the object surface.
Alignment aid:
An alignment aid is
included in the scope of
delivery of each sensor.
This facilitates simple
alignment of the sensor to
the working distance of 13
mm without needing to
perform electrical
commissioning.
Observe intended use!
This product is not a safety
sensor and is not intended
as personnel protection.
The product may only be put
into operation by competent
persons.
Only use the product in ac-
cordance with its intended
use.