OD5009 - Color sensor IFM - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	IFM
Model	OD5009
Product type	Color sensor
Dimensions (L x H x D)	96 x 80 x 28 mm
Weight	Approximately 200 g
Power supply	10…30 V DC
Switching outputs	1 or 3 outputs (depending on version)
Range	12.5 mm (object) or several meters (reflector)
Response time	< 0.2 ms
Main functions	Contactless color detection in direct reflection or reflex mode
Tolerance adjustment	3-position rotary switch (1, 3, 5)
Programming	Teach button and programming selector switch
LED indicators	Availability LED, Function LED (Out/OK)
AT input	Synchronization input (deactivates sensor if 12 V < AT < Umax)
ET input	External programming input for reference color
Electrical connection	M12 connector
Operating temperature	0…60 °C (estimated)
Protection	IP67 (estimated)
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean the front face with a soft, dry cloth
Safety	Disconnect the installation before connection
Spare parts and repairability	Optional reflectors and cables (consult IFM)
General information	Color sensor for industrial applications

Frequently Asked Questions - OD5009 IFM

How to program a reference color on the OD5009 sensor?

Set the selector switch to the desired output channel (Out1, Out2 or Out3). Set the tolerance switch to the desired resolution (1=low tolerance, 3=standard, 5=high). Press the Teach button until the function LED turns on. If it flashes, the intensity is too strong: tilt the sensor by 10 to 30° or adjust the distance.

How to adjust the color tolerance?

Use the rotary Tolerance switch on top of the sensor. Position 1: detection of fine shades; position 3: basic setting; position 5: detection of color families. After changing, programming must be redone.

What do the LEDs on the sensor mean?

The availability LED indicates power on. The function LED (Out/OK) lights up when the switching output is activated (color recognized). It flashes if the intensity is too high or too low during teaching.

How to connect the OD5009 sensor?

Disconnect the installation. Connect the sensor according to the wiring diagram: L+ (power supply), L- (ground), AT (synchronization), ET (external programming), Out(s) (outputs). Use an M12 connector. Respect the specified voltages.

What is the range of the sensor?

In direct reflection mode (object), the range is 12.5 mm. In reflex mode (with reflector), the range can reach several meters depending on the reflector used. For shiny objects, tilt the sensor by 10 to 30°.

How to use the AT input (synchronization)?

The AT input deactivates the sensor via an external signal. To deactivate: apply 12 V < AT < U_max. To activate: AT ≤ 2 V or leave unwired. Useful to avoid unwanted detections.

How to program the reference color via the ET input?

In RUN mode (ET ≤ 2 V or unwired), you can send a 0.5 ms pulse on ET to program the reference color for Out1. Hold the target color in front of the sensor during the pulse.

How to mount the sensor correctly?

Mount it to minimize lateral and vertical movements of the object. For transparent objects, use a reflector placed in front of the sensor. For shiny objects, tilt the sensor by 10 to 30° relative to the object.

What to do if the function LED flashes during teaching?

If it flashes, the received light intensity is too high. Tilt the sensor by 10 to 30° or increase the object/sensor distance (especially in reflex mode). If it does not light up at all, reduce the distance or use a larger reflector.

Can the sensor be used with multiple outputs?

Yes, the OD5009 model is available in versions with 1 or 3 switching outputs. For each output (Out1, Out2, Out3), you can program a different reference color and an individual tolerance. Repeat the teaching procedure for each channel.

USER MANUAL OD5009 IFM

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

Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly with rotation and angular dimension annotations

Functions and features

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

Mounting

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10...30°

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

LED operation display rotary switch colour tolerance teach button programming selector switch LED function display

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.

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Programmation: 12 V < ET < U Vmax