Self-Contained Sensor provides vehicle detection.
Press Release Summary:
Utilizing magnetoresistive-based passive sensing technology, M-GAGE(TM) Q7M Flat-Pak detects 3D changes in earth's natural magnetic field when presence of large metal object is introduced. Unit automatically learns its environment, determining ambient background characteristics and storing them in non-volatile memory. Measuring 3.0 x 0.75 x 0.30 in., sensor can be surface-mounted or embedded into roadways. It features NPN/PNP outputs and operates from -40 to +158°F.
Original Press Release:
Patented Vehicle Detection Sensor Features Easiest Installation -Saving Time and Money
Minneapolis, MN-September 10, 2004-Banner Engineering Corp. Banner Engineering Corp. has announced their M-GAGE(TM) Q7M Flat-Pak, a self-contained vehicle detection sensor/amplifier that can be surface mounted or embedded into roadways. Unlike conventional embedded inductive loop vehicle sensors that require as many as 9 saw cuts in a complex geometric pattern to install or replace, the completely self-contained M-GAGE Q7M requires only a single, straight, 3/8" saw cut -and no re-cuts are necessary to replace a sensor if needed.
Utilizing Banner's patented use of magnetoresistive-based passive sensing technology, the Q7M reliably detects 3-dimensional changes in the Earth's natural magnetic field when the presence of a large metal (ferromagnetic) object such as a car, truck or vehicle is introduced -causing the sensor's outputs to switch. Unlike existing inductive loop technologies, this unique sensor features a completely self-contained design, functioning as the receiver and using the Earth's own magnetic field as its signal source. Sophisticated on-board technologies allow the Q7M sensor to automatically "learn" its own environment, determining ambient background characteristics and storing them in the sensor's on-board non-volatile memory. And, unlike conventional loop technology, once an environment is learned the sensor is accurate enough to detect objects that are stopped -loops will begin to readjust settings and be blind to the object's presence.
"The Q7M delivers accurate, trouble-free vehicle detection with the easiest-to-install form-factor and sensor durability that far exceeds conventional loop products," said Joe Dolinsky, Banner's Transportation Solutions Manager. "The Q7M is ideal for gate-and-door detection of a vehicle at entry and exit doors for car washes and drive through service facilities or at a fast food kiosk. It can also be wall mounted to detect a tractor trailer at a loading dock or a forklift passing through an automatic overhead door or stopped within the sensing field," Dolinsky added.
"Unlike traditional inductive loop sensing technologies, the Q7M does not require an external controller, installs easily above or below grade and offers long-term trouble free sensing," Dolinsky also said. With its completely self-contained design, the Q7M makes sensor replacement if necessary quick and easy -with no disruption of traffic or additional damaging cuts to the roadway.
Programming the Q7M is convenient and quick with a remote TEACH wire, on-board push button, or via a portable programming box or traditional PLC. The sensor's output is directly interfaced into a PLC or timer input and can be taught by the PLC and/or push button which provides flexibility and simplified setup of embedded or otherwise inaccessible sensors such as when mounted underground.
The compact M-GAGE Q7M is approximately the size of a traditional stick of gum measuring only 3.0" (77.0 mm) x 0.75" (19.0 mm) x 0.30" (7.5 mm) and its housing is constructed of rugged epoxy encapsulated anodized aluminum with thermoplastic polyester end caps, achieving IP69K and NEMA 6P environmental ratings. The Q7M features both NPN and PNP outputs and operates in temperatures from -40° C to +70° C (-40° F to +158° F). Pricing begins at $209.00.
Banner Engineering is the world's leading manufacturer of photoelectric and ultrasonic sensors, fiber optic assemblies, electronic machine guarding systems, and precision measurement systems. For further information, contact: Banner Engineering Corp., 9714 Tenth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55441. PH: 888-373-6767 (Toll-free North America), or 001-763-544-3164 (International). FAX: 763-544-3213. email: sensors@bannerengineering.com e-commerce: www.buybanneronline.com Web: www.bannerengineering.com
Direct link to product info at: bannerengineering.com/prmgageq7m
