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BC Series - Color Mark Sensors

BC Series Color Mark Sensors

The BC series color mark sensors offer outstanding color matching accuracy for highly reliable and stable color detection. The sensors generate RGB light emitting diodes with 12-bit resolution processing for high color matching accuracy and offer 2 different detection modes with 3-step sensitivity adjustment. The W 1.24 x L 6.7 mm spot size allows the sensors to detect tiny targets and color marks. With an IP67 protection structure, the sensors can provide stable and error-free operation even in wet or dusty environments.

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Main features

  • Outstanding color matching accuracy
    • - RGB light emitting diodes and 12-bit resolution
    • - 2 detection modes (color only/color+intensity)
    • - 3-step sensitivity adjustment for each mode (fine, normal, rough)
  • External light interference reduction minimizes errors and allows stable detection
  • Check reference color with teaching indicator
  • Operation indicator (red LED), stability indicator (green LED), timer indicator (orange LED)
  • Configure operation functions with external input from wiring
  • W1.24×L6.7mm spot size for detection of tiny targets and color marks
  • Protection structure: IP67
  • Full Color Spectrum Detection

  • Color Only, Color+Intensity

    Various Detection Modes

  • Display Reference Color

  • Compact Spot Size

  • Color match/Mismatch Output Mode Switch

  • Improved Noise Immunity

  • IP67

    Protection Rating

Color mark Sensors from Autonics

The BC series color mark sensors detect colors of surfaces. The sensors emit RGB (red, green, and blue) LED light and calculate the reflected light by RGB ratio to check for a match with the set reference color.

High Color matching Accuracy

  • High Color matching Accuracy

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    RGB (Red/Green/Blue) Light Emitting Diodes

    The BC series generates and emits red, green, and blue light emitting diodes for high level of color matching accuracy. With 12-bit resolution processing, the sensors are capable of 99.2% (average) color matching accuracy.

  • C Mode (match color ratio), C+I Mode (match color + intensity  ratio)

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    Two Detecting Modes and 3-Step Sensitivity Adjustment

    The BC series sensors are capable of C (color only) mode and C+I (color+intensity) mode for various applications. Fine, normal, and rough sensitivity settings are available in both modes, providing even more flexibility for users.

Check Reference Color with Teaching Indicator

After setting the reference color on the sensor, a similar shade of color will be displayed On the teaching indicator. Users can easily identify the reference color without having to re-teach the unit.

The teaching color and the color displayed on the teaching indicator may differ depending on environment conditions. (gloss, reflection angle, material, etc.)

  1. 1. Press the SET key in RUN mode : Teaching Indicator will Flash every 0.5sec
  2. 2. Hold the SET key for 3seconds at the target color : Teaching Indicator will Flash every 0.5sec
  3. 3. Teaching complete! : Teaching Indicator ON

ERROR : In case of error, operation indicator (red LED) will flash every 0.5sec.

Various Status Indicators

Operation indicator (red LED) and stability indicator (green LED) allows users to quickly identify the operation status of the sensors.

Output Mode Switch (Color Match/Mismatch)

The output mode can be switched between color match (N.O) and color mismatch (N.C) modes using the output mode switch.

Detect Tiny Targets and Color Marks

The compact sized (W16×L37mm) sensors feature W1.24×L6.7mm spot size for detection of tiny targets and color marks. (Detection distance : 15mm)

OFF Delay Timer

The 40ms OFF delay timer allows stable detection of fast moving targets.

IP67 Protection Structure

IP67 protection structure allows the units to be safely applied in environments with dust or water.

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