OD5012 - Color sensor IFM - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	IFM
Model	OD5012
Product type	Color sensor
Series	efector200
Detection range	12.5 mm (for moving objects)
Detection principle	Direct reflection or retroreflective (with reflector)
Number of switching outputs	1 or 3 (depending on version)
Response time	< 0.2 ms
Run delay (time delay on dropout)	20 ms (adjustable)
Supply voltage	10-30 V DC
Synchronization input (AT)	12 V < AT < U Vmax (disabled); AT ≤ 2 V or not wired (enabled)
External programming input (ET)	0.5 ms pulse (≥ 12 V) to program the reference color
Color tolerance setting	Rotary switch: positions 1 (low) to 5 (high)
Programming method	Teach button and channel selector switch
Operating indicators	Out/OK LED (on if output active; flashing if intensity too high)
Recommended mounting	Avoid lateral and vertical movements; tilt of 10-30° for shiny objects
Dimensions (approx.)	60 x 40 x 20 mm
Weight (approx.)	100 g
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a dry, non-abrasive cloth
Electrical safety	Disconnect power before connection
Spare parts and repairability	No spare parts available; repair by manufacturer only
Operating temperature	0 °C to +50 °C (estimate)
Protection rating	IP65 (estimate)

Frequently Asked Questions - OD5012 IFM

How to program the reference color on the OD5012 sensor?

Set the channel selector to the desired channel (Out1, Out2 or Out3), press the Teach button until a red light spot appears, then release. The Out/OK indicator lights up if successful. If it flashes, the intensity is too high: tilt the sensor by 10 to 30° and repeat.

What does the flashing Out/OK LED mean?

A flashing indicates that the received light intensity is too high. To remedy, tilt the sensor by 10 to 30° relative to the object or, in retroreflective mode, increase the sensor/reflector distance or use a smaller reflector.

How to set the color tolerance?

Use the Tolerance rotary switch: position 1 for low tolerance (fine shade detection), position 3 for basic setting, position 5 for high tolerance (color family detection). The setting can be different for each output.

What is the detection range of the sensor?

The range is 12.5 mm for moving objects. For fixed objects, check the range indicated on the device. In retroreflective mode, the distance to the reflector must be adjusted according to the intensity.

Can transparent objects be detected?

Yes, it is recommended to use an appropriate reflector. Mount the reflector opposite the sensor so that the beam hits its center.

How to connect the sensor electrically?

Disconnect the power. Connect the wires according to the label indications: L+ (power), L- (ground), Out (output), AT (optional synchronization input) and ET (external programming input).

What is the response time of the sensor?

The response time is less than 0.2 ms, allowing fast detection of moving objects.

How to use the external programming input (ET)?

The ET input allows programming the reference color for Out1 via a voltage pulse ≥ 12 V with a duration of 0.5 ms. In RUN mode, ET must be ≤ 2 V or not wired.

What to do if the Out/OK indicator does not light up after teaching?

This means the light intensity is too low. Try selecting a brighter mark or, in retroreflective mode, reduce the sensor/reflector distance or use a larger reflector.

How to clean the sensor?

Clean the front face with a dry, non-abrasive cloth. Avoid chemicals that could damage the lens.

USER MANUAL OD5012 IFM

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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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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 v_max

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