Schneider Electric XUB0APSNM12 Photoelectric Sensor

Key Features

Technical Specifications

General

Electrical

Performance

Environmental

Applications

The XUB0APSNM12's multimode capability makes it suitable for a wide variety of industrial automation tasks :

• Material Handling & Logistics: Object detection on conveyors, presence sensing for packaging lines 

• Counting & Sorting: Counting small objects, monitoring product flow 

• Machine Safety & Automation: Automatic doors, zone scanning, access control 

• Process Monitoring: Detecting colors, measuring distances, contrast and luminescence sensing 

• Infrastructure: Monitoring larger areas with light grids 

Ordering & Packaging Information

Compliance & Environmental Information

Important Notes

• This sensor is part of the Telemecanique Sensors OsiSense XU series, carrying the Schneider Electric brand .

• For thru-beam operation, a separate transmitter unit (XUB0AKSNM12T) is required .

• For polarized reflex operation, a reflector (XUZC50) is required .

• The sensor supports both IP67 and IP69K protection ratings, ensuring reliable performance in washdown and harsh environments .

• The multimode design enables a single sensor model to address multiple application needs, reducing inventory complexity .

FAQ

Q1: What is the maximum sensing distance of the XUB0APSNM12?

A: The maximum sensing distance depends on the selected mode. In thru-beam mode, it can reach up to 30 m when paired with the XUB0AKSNM12T transmitter. In polarized reflex mode, the maximum distance is 4.5 m with the XUZC50 reflector. The diffuse mode offers up to 0.4 m .

Q2: What power supply does the sensor require?

A: The sensor requires a 12...24 V DC power supply. It is protected against reverse polarity and can operate within voltage limits of 10...36 V DC .

Q3: What does "multimode" mean for this sensor?

A: The XUB0APSNM12 can be configured for four different detection modes:

• Infrared diffuse (0.3 m nominal)

• Infrared diffuse with background suppression (0.12 m nominal)

• Infrared thru-beam (20 m nominal)

• Red polarized reflex (3 m nominal)
  This flexibility allows a single sensor type to serve various applications .

Q4: How do I configure the output of the sensor?

A: The PNP discrete output can be programmed as either 1 Normally Open (NO) or 1 Normally Closed (NC). Configuration is performed using the sensor's self-teaching (Teach-In) setup method .

Q5: What is the response time of the XUB0APSNM12?

A: The sensor features a fast response time of ≤ 2 ms, with a recovery time of ≤ 2 ms and a switching frequency of up to 250 Hz .

Q6: Is the XUB0APSNM12 suitable for harsh environments?

A: Yes. The sensor is rated IP65, IP67, and IP69K, providing excellent protection against dust, water jets, and high-pressure washdown. It is also resistant to vibration (7 gn) and shock (30 gn) per IEC standards .

Q7: Do I need additional accessories to use this sensor?

A: Yes, depending on the mode:

• For polarized reflex mode: Requires the XUZC50 reflector .

• For thru-beam mode: Requires the XUB0AKSNM12T transmitter unit .

• For diffuse modes: No additional accessories are needed .

Q8: What do the LED indicators show?

A: Three LEDs provide clear status information: Green indicates supply power is present; Yellow shows the output state; Red indicates instability in the detection .