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R-GAGE Q120RA-AF2 Sensor
Datasheet
Radar-Based Dual-Zone Narrow-Beam Sensors for Detection of Moving and Stationary Targets
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FMCW (true-presence) radar detects moving and stationary objects
Narrow beam pattern, high sensitivity, and long range
Two independent, adjustable sensing zones detect objects up to 40
meters away (131.2 ft)
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Easy setup and configuration of range, sensitivity, and output with
simple DIP switches
Sensing functions are unaffected by wind, falling rain or snow, fog,
humidity, air temperatures, or light
Sensor operates in Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM)
telecommunication band
Rugged IP67 housing withstands harsh environments
Protected by US patents
CAUTION: Make No Modifications to this Product
Any modifications to this product not expressly approved by Banner Engineering could void the user's
authority to operate the product. Contact Banner Engineering for more information.
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to
serious injury or death. This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary
to allow its use in personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an
energized or de-energized sensor output condition.
Models
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Model
Sensing
Range
Connection
Supply
Voltage
Telecom Approval
Output
Telecom approved for US and
Brazil
Q120RA-US-AF2
Q120RA-EU-AF2
Two
independent
sensing
zones; 1 to
40+ meters
(131 ft)
12 to 30 V dc
12 to 24 V dc
5-wire 2 m (6.5
ft) Integral
cable
Telecom approved for Europe,
UK, Australia, New Zealand,
China, and Japan
DIP-switch-selectable
NPN or PNP; N.O. or
N.C.
Q120RA-KR-AF2
Telecom approved for South
Korea
Overview
The R-GAGE sensor emits a well-defined beam of high-frequency radio waves from an internal antenna. Some of this
emitted energy is reflected back to the receiving antenna. Signal processing electronics determine the distance from the
sensor to the object based on the time delay of the return signal. The sensor can be configured to two independent
sensing zones.
The two sensing zones are factory pre-set to default distances; they can be reconfigured for different distances using the
DIP switches on the side of the sensor. The sensor is plug-in ready for immediate operation.
The sensitivity is precalibrated at the factory, assuming that the sensing field will be clear of obstacles. The sensitivity can
be adjusted using the DIP switches on the side of the sensor.
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Cabled models only are listed. For integral 5-pin Euro-style (M12) quick-disconnect fitting, add suffix "Q" to the model number
(for example, Q120RA-xx-AF2Q). QD models require a mating cordset; see Quick Disconnect (QD) Cordsets on page 8.
Original Document
157494 Rev. G
18 August 2016
157494