OD5005 - Sensor IFM - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Color sensor
Brand	IFM
Model	OD5005
Detection principle	Direct reflection or retroreflection, non-contact
Typical range	12.5 mm (for moving objects)
Number of switching outputs	Up to 3 (Out1, Out2, Out3)
Response time	< 0.2 ms
Color tolerance setting	Rotary switch (1 = narrow, 3 = standard, 5 = wide)
Programming	Via Teach button and selector switch
Synchronization input (AT)	External activation via 12 V to Umax signal
External programming input (ET)	Reference color programming for Out1
Power supply	10...30 V DC (according to label)
Electrical connection	To be carried out with power off, according to diagram on label
LED indicators	Operation (Out/OK): lit if output active, flashing if intensity too high
Mounting	Avoid lateral/vertical movements; for shiny objects, tilt 10...30°
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean the front face with a soft, dry cloth
Safety	Disconnect the installation from power before any intervention
Spare parts and repairability	No replaceable parts; repair to be entrusted to a qualified professional

Frequently Asked Questions - OD5005 IFM

How to program a reference color using the Teach button?

Set the selector switch to the desired output (Out1, Out2 or Out3). Press the Teach button: a red spot appears. Release: the Out/OK indicator lights up if the color is learned. If it flashes, tilt the sensor 10 to 30° and repeat.

What to do if the Out/OK indicator flashes after learning?

This means the light intensity is too high. Tilt the sensor 10 to 30° relative to the object, or in retroreflective mode, increase the sensor/reflector distance or use a smaller reflector.

How to adjust color tolerance?

Use the rotary switch Tolerance: position 1 for low tolerance (fine nuances), 3 for standard setting, 5 for high tolerance (color groups). The setting can be different for each output.

What is the response time of the sensor?

The response time is less than 0.2 ms.

Can the sensor be used with transparent objects?

Yes, it is recommended to use a suitable reflector mounted opposite the sensor to better detect transparent objects.

How to connect the sensor electrically?

Disconnect the installation from power. Connect according to the diagram on the sensor label. For models with three outputs, the pins are: L+, AT, ET, Out1, Out2, Out3, L-.

What is the AT input used for?

The AT input (synchronization) allows deactivating the sensor by applying an external voltage of 12 V to Umax. Leave AT unwired or at ≤2 V to activate the sensor.

How to mount the sensor for better reproducibility?

Mount the sensor to minimize lateral and vertical movements of the object. For moving objects, the direction should be transverse to the sensor (range 12.5 mm). For shiny objects, tilt the sensor 10 to 30°.

Why does the Out/OK indicator not light up after learning?

The light intensity is too low. Use a brighter mark. In retroreflective mode, reduce the sensor/object or sensor/reflector distance, or use a larger reflector.

Does the sensor have a delay?

Yes, by setting the selector switch to Run Delay, a 20 ms switch-off delay is activated. Position Run for operation without delay.

USER MANUAL OD5005 IFM

Simple line drawing of a rectangular object with a bolt and three circular holes, no text or symbols present.

Functions and features

The colour sensor detects coloured objects and materials without contact in diffuse-reflection or retro-reflective mode.

Mounting

Mount the colour sensor in such a way that the object to be detected makes as little lateral and vertical movement as possible. Consider the specified sensing range.

Transparent objects can be better detected by means of a suitable reflector. Mount the reflector opposite the colour sensor so that the light beam strikes the centre of the reflector.

In the case of moving objects the direction of movement should be transverse to the sensor to achieve optimum repeatability (this only applies to sensors with a sensing range of 12.5 mm).

In the case of shiny object surfaces the sensor should be mounted at an angle of inclination of 10 ... 30° referred to the object.

Electrical connection

Disconnect power and connect the sensor as indicated on the type label.

The input AT (activation trigger = synchronising signal) can be used for triggering the sensor via an external voltage signal.

Sensor deactivated: 12 V < AT < U Vmax

Sensor activated: AT ≤2 V or unused

Response time: < 0.2 ms

The input ET (External Teach) can be used for programming the reference colour for the output out1 via an external voltage signal.

Activate teach-in: 12 V < ET < U Vmax

RUN mode: ET ≤2 V or unused

Pulse duration: 0.5ms

Controls and indicators

Setting and programming

1

Set the rotary switch colour tolerance (Tolerance) to the requested colour resolution.1 = small tolerance range for detecting small colour shades3 = basic setting5 = large tolerance range for detecting colour families or colour groups

2

Set the programming selector switch to the colour channel to be adjusted (switching output Out1, Out2 or Out3).For units with only one switching output set the programming selector switch to Out1.

3		Press the Teach button.A red light spot shows on the object.Release the Teach button, the light spot disappears.
4		After a successful teach-in operation the function display (Out/OK) comes on. If it flashes, the intensity is too high. Incline the sensor by 10 ... 30° and repeat the teach-in operation.If the function display is not lit, the intensity is too low. Select a lighter mark.Only for retro-reflective modeIf the function display flashes, increase the distance sensor/object or sensor/reflector or use a smaller reflector.If the function display is not lit, reduce the distance sensor/object or sensor/reflector or use a larger reflector.

5

Set the programming selector switch to Run or Run Delay (20 ms switch-off delay).For sensors with several switching outputs repeat the programming for the other switching outputs accordingly.The colour tolerance can be individually determined for each switching output.The sensor is ready for operation.If the switching output is activated, the function display is lit (Out/OK).If the tolerance setting is to be changed subsequently, programming must be made again with the tolerance setting changed.

Programmation: 12 V < ET < U Vmax