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42BT Long-range Background Suppression Sensors

  • Two Allen-Bradley black, rectangular sensors with light source and LED indicators.
Two Allen-Bradley black, rectangular sensors with light source and LED indicators.

Our Bulletin 42BT Long-range Background Suppression Sensors come in a robust, compact package. Two adjustable sensing ranges are available in separate models for both 1 m or 2 m maximum sensing distances. These sensors are ideal for mounting on a conveyor line or vibratory bowl feeder.

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Bulletin 42BT Background Suppression Photoelectric Sensors Installation Instructions Presence Sensing Brochure
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  • Long range background suppression diffuse sensing mode
  • Adjustable range settings
  • Slim flatpack housing design
  • Highly visible status Indicators
  • Pico QD and 2 m cable versions
  • Both NPN and PNP outputs
  • Short-circuit protected outputs
  • Fast 2 ms response time

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Bulletin 42BT Background Suppression Photoelectric Sensors Installation Instructions 42BT-IN001
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