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OTB Series
OPTO-TOUCH™
Banner Optical Touch Buttons are touch-activated photoelectric switches
designed to replace capacitive touch switches and mechanical push buttons.
The OPTO-TOUCH's SPDT electromechanical relay or solid-state output (de-
pending upon model) is activated for as long as a finger, introduced into the "touch
area" (yoke) of the switch, interrupts the OPTO-TOUCH's infrared sensing beam.
Banner Optical Touch Buttons are ergonomically designed to eliminate the hand,
wrist, and arm stresses associated with mechanical push buttons. They require
absolutely no physical pressure to operate. LED indicators light for "power on"
and "output activated".
All models are highly resistant to EMI, RFI, and ambient light interference. OTBs
have either a black polysulfone (or red Lexan®) upper housing and VALOX® base.
Lexan® models have the letter "L" in their model number suffix. Environmental
considerations for use of the two types differ; see specifications below. The 30-
mm threaded base on all models provides easy mounting, and Banner Optical
Touch Buttons are easily retrofitted to existing machines. See pages 2 and 5 for
model listings.
Specifications
OTB Series Momentary Action
Optical Touch Button (QD model shown)
WARNING. Banner OPT O-TOUCH™ OTB and OTBL Series Optical Touch Buttons are intended
as general-purpose initiators, and are not safety devices. Like most solid-state devices, they are as equally
likely to fail in the conducting ("on") state as in the non-conducting ("off") state. If OPTO-TOUCH Optical
Touch Buttons are used to initiate machines or operations in which false operation of an Optical Touch Button could be
dangerous, point-of-operation guarding devices or related safety controls must be installed and maintained to meet all
appropriate OSHA regulations and ANSI B11 machine safety standards.
M30 x 1,5 external threads and 1/2" NPSM internal threads. Base
requires a 1-3/16" diameter mounting hole (fits most standard automo-
tive-size "jumbo" legend plates and oiltight pushbutton holes). Sup-
plied with a field cover of polycarbonate-PET polyester. OPTO-
TOUCH OTBs are rated NEMA 1, 3, 4, 4X, 12, and 13.
Cable: DC-only Quick-disconnect (QD) models require model MBCC-
412 4-conductor mini-type cable (p/n 25226); AC and ac/dc Quick-
disconnect (QD) models require MBCC-512 5-conductor cable (p/n
25496; cables are purchased separately). Mini-type QD cables are 12 feet
long. Models with attached cable (non-QD models) are supplied with 6
feet of PVC-jacketed, 22 AWG 4- or 5-conductor cable.
Environmental Considerations (models with polysulfone housing):
Prolonged exposure of the OPTO-TOUCH to direct outdoor sunlight
will cause embrittlement of the polysulfone housing. Window glass
effectively filters longer wavelength ultraviolet and provides excel-
lent protection from sunlight. Contact the factory Application Engi-
neering Department regarding outdoor applications.
Environmental Considerations (models with Lexan® housing):
Prolonged exposure of the OPTO-TOUCH to hot water and moist
high-temperature environments above 150°F (66°C) should be
avoided. Aromatic hydrocarbons (such as xylene and toluene),
halogenated hydrocarbons, and strong alkalis should be avoided.
Clean periodically using mild soap solution and a soft cloth. Avoid
strong alkaline materials.
Momentary Action Optical Touch Buttons
Supply Voltage: Models for 105 to 130V ac, 210 to 250V ac (50/60
Hz), 10 to 30V dc, or 20 to 30V ac/dc (at 25 mA, exclusive of load).
Output Configuration:
AC and ac/dc models: All models have SPDT electromechanical relay
(one N.O. contact, one N.C. contact).
DC-only models:
OTBVN6 models have complementary NPN sinking outputs;
OTBVP6 models have complementary PNP sourcing outputs.
Output Rating:
AC and ac/dc models: Maximum voltage is 250V ac or 30V dc.
Maximum current is 7 amps (resistive load), 1 HP max.
Minimum load is .05 watts (dc), .05VA (ac).
Mechanical life of relay is 50,000,000 operations (minimum).
Electrical life of relay is 100,000 operations (min.) at full resistive load.
Transient suppression recommended when switching inductive loads.
DC models: 150 mA maximum load (each output).
Ambient Light Immunity: 120,000 lux (direct sunlight).
EMI/RFI Immunity: The OPTO-TOUCH is highly resistant to
both single and mixed EMI and RFI noise sources.
Operating Temperature Range: -20 to +50°C (-4 to +122°F).
Indicator LEDs: Two indicator LEDs. One lights whenever power
is "on"; the other lights whenever the output relay is activated.
Construction: Black polysulfone (or red Lexan®) upper housing
and fiber-reinforced VALOX® base. Electronics fully epoxy-encap-
sulated. Totally sealed, non-metallic enclosure. Threaded base has
E71083
LR41887-24
Read all WARNINGs carefully.
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OTBVP6(L) and OTBVP6(L)QD
complementary
sourcing outputs
OTBVN6(L) and OTBVN6(L)QD
complementary
sinking outputs
Models
OTBA5(L) 120V ac, SPDT electromechanical relay
output, 6-foot attached cable
OTBA5(L)QD 120V ac, SPDT electromechanical relay
output, QD base (use MBCC-512 cable)
OTBB5(L) 220/240V ac, SPDT electromechanical relay
output, 6-foot attached cable
OTBB5(L)QD 220/240V ac, SPDT electromechanical relay
output, QD base (use MBCC-512 cable)
OTBVR81(L) 20-30V ac or dc*, SPDT electromechanical
relay output, 6-foot attached cable)
OTBVR81(L)QD 20-30V ac or dc*, SPDT electromechanical
relay output, QD base (use MBCC-512 cable)
OTB Series Momentary Action OPTO-T OUCH
QD models
require model
MBCC-512
cable
(p/n 25496,
purchase
separately).
Model
OTBVN6(L)QD
requires
MBCC-412
cable
(p/n 25226,
purchase
separately).
Model
OTBVP6(L)QD
requires
MBCC-412
cable
(p/n 25226,
purchase
separately).
Quick Disconnect (QD) Option (order model MBCC-412 or MBCC-512 mini-type cable) SJT-type cable, 12 foot lengths
Cable connector end view, MBCC-412 Cable connector end view, MBCC-512 Cable connector, side view
cable (p/n 25226), for dc-only models cable (p/n 25496), for ac and ac/dc models (MBCC-412 and MBCC-512 cable)
Hookup Information and Model Listing
AC and AC/DC models (see page 5 for ordering information)
Add "L" to specify Lexan® upper housing (others are polysulfone);
"QD" in model suffix indicates Quick Disconnect base.
(+) (-)
*20-30V dc power may be applied without regard to polarity
The model SMB30S swivel-mount bracket (p/n 33204) is a versatile means for
mounting a Banner OPTO-TOUCH Optical Touch Button. The SMB30S lets you ergonomically
position the OPTO-TOUCH on most machinery for maximum operator comfort and convenience.
The SMB30S mounts by its base. Its swivel ball locks snugly in place when its two clamping bolts
are tightened. Bracket material is black VALOX®. Hardware is stainless steel, and mounting bolts
are included.
The photo shows a model SMB30S bracket with an OPTO-TOUCH attached.
Hookup Information and Model Listing
10-30V DC models (see page 5 for ordering information)
Add "L" to specify Lexan® upper housing (others are polysulfone);
"QD" in model suffix indicates Quick Disconnect base.
(+) (-)
OTBA5 models: 105 to 130Vac
OTBB5 models: 210 to 250V ac
OTBVR81 models: 20 to 30V ac or dc*
OTB Series Momentary Action OPTO-T OUCH
Safety Instruction
A field cover has been supplied with this OPTO-TOUCH. It
should be installed, as shown in the drawing at the right, to
minimize the possibility of unintended switch operation. If
this cover is missing or has become lost or damaged, contact
Banner immediately at (612) 544-3164 for a no-charge
replacement.
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OPTO-TOUCH base
4-pin QD base (dc models) OPTO-TOUCH base
5-pin QD base (ac and ac/dc models)
Dimensions (see also QD base, shown above)
OPTO-TOUCH Field Covers (see drawing, below) are designed to
prevent inadvertent activation of OPTO-TOUCHs due to objects
(loose clothing, debris, etc.) which might accidentally block their
sensing beam.
Field covers are constructed of rugged polycarbonate-PET polyester
blend, which is capable of absorbing high impacts (even at low
temperatures). This material is highly resistant to abrasion and to
damage by most chemicals.
Every OPTO-TOUCH is supplied with a black field cover, as standard.
Field covers are available separately in four colors, which can be used
to differentiate touch button functions when several touch buttons are
in use:
Black model OTC-1-BK, p/n 30221
Red model OTC-1-RD, p/n 30977
Yellow model OTC-1-YW, p/n 30978
Green model OTC-1-GN, p/n 30979
OPTO-TOUCH Field Covers
VALOX® and Lexan® are registered trademarks of General Electric Company.
Use of OPT O-TOUCH Optical Touch Buttons for Two-hand Machine Trip Contr ols
Requirements for Anti-tiedown Circuitry
Two-hand trip control has been a popular means for actuation of single-stroke presses
and other single-cycle machinery for many years. Optical touch buttons (OTBs)
provide an ergonomic (stress-free) alternative to conventional mechanical push buttons
used as actuators in two-hand trip controls.
OSHA Requirement for Anti-tiedown Control
Use of OTBs for two-hand trip machine actuation must include "anti-tiedown"
control to prevent any means of defeating one or both actuators to create a one-hand
trip. Federal law mandates the use of anti-tiedown control when two-hand trip actuators
are used for cycle initiation of a single stroke part revolution clutched mechanical power
press. OSHA Code of Federal Regulation, 7-1-92 Edition, CFR Title 29, Part 1910.217
(b) (6) (i) states:
"A two-hand trip shall have the individual operator’s hand controls protected against unintentional
operation and have the individual operator’s hand controls arranged by design and construction
and/or separation to require the use of both hands to trip the press and use a control arrangement
requiring concurrent operation of the individual operator’s hand controls."
Concurrent or "synchronous" actuation of two-hand trips is the most popular approach to anti-tiedown control. European
Standard prEN 574, titled "Safety of Machinery - Two-handed Control Device", defines synchronous actuation as follows:
"6.7 Synchronous actuations
In synchronous actuation an output signal shall be generated only when both control actuating
devices are actuated - in a time which is less than or equal to 0.5 seconds...
... If the control actuating devices are not actuated synchronously the output signal shall be
prevented and it shall be necessary to release both control actuating devices and to reinitiate
both input signals."
Important Application Information
NOTE: In addition to the standards and regulations mentioned above, there are numerous regulations and machine safety
standards that apply to specific industries. For assistance in obtaining copies of any of these standards, contact Banner
at the address or numbers listed at the bottom of page 6.
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WARNING !
In the United States, the functions that a two-hand control device is intended to perform are regulated by the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Whether or not any particular two-hand control
system installation meets all applicable OSHA requirements depends upon the details of how the two-hand
control device is applied, installed, operated, and maintained.
When properly installed, a two-hand control device using OPTO-TOUCH OTB Series Optical Touch Buttons can provide
protection only for the hands of the machine operator, and is not a point of operation personnel guarding device, as defined
by OSHA regulations. It is necessary to install point of operation guarding devices, such as safety light curtains and/or hard
guards, to protect personnel from dangerous machine motion.
WARNING!
Never use an OPTO-TOUCH Optical Touch Button as an actuator in an emergency stop (E-Stop)
circuit. E-Stop actuators must be purely mechanical devices that require no power to operate. OPTO-
TOUCH Optical Touch Buttons require power to operate and must not be used as E-Stop actuators under
any circumstances.
OTBA5
OTBB5
OTBVR81
OTBVN6
OTBVP6
OTBA5QD
OTBB5QD
OTBVR81QD
OTBVN6QD
OTBVP6QD
OTBA5L
OTBB5L
OTBVR81L
OTBVN6L
OTBVP6L
OTBA5LQD
OTBB5LQD
OTBVR81LQD
OTBVN6LQD
OTBVP6LQD
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27987
33080
28591
28589
28149
28150
34078
28585
28590
32167
32254
34040
33706
34110
32255
32256
34041
35057
34997
35058
35062
35066
35070
35074
35059
35063
35067
35071
35075
35060
35064
35068
35072
35076
35061
35065
35069
35073
35077
35078
35082
35086
35090
35094
35079
35083
35087
35091
35095
35080
35084
35088
35092
35096
35081
35085
35089
35093
35097
35098
35102
35106
35110
35114
35099
35103
35107
35111
35115
35100
35104
35108
35112
35116
35101
35105
35109
35113
35117
220/240V ac
20-30V ac or dc
10-30V dc
SPDT relay
NPN (sinking)
PNP (sourcing)
Attached 6-foot cable
Quick disconnect
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OPTO-TOUCH Optical Touch Buttons
Part Numbers - Momentary Action Models
Model Black
Cover Red
Cover Yellow
Cover Green
Cover
Lexan®
upper housing
Polysulfone
upper housing
Important Application Information
Prevention of False Actuation
Any anti-tiedown control must be designed to prevent accidental actuation. Anti-tiedown circutry must be designed to ignore false
input signals. False signals include (but are not limited to) voltage transients, contact "bounce", and EMI or RFI "noise". If a PLC
or any other solid-state controller is used to provide anti-tiedown, the design must assure that short duration signals (typically any
signals less than a few milliseconds) are ignored. There are several manufacturers of anti-tiedown logic modules which include
circuitry to minimize the possibility of false actuation.
Definitions:
Two-hand Trip (Control): A control that requires the operation of two separate control actuating devices by a machine operator's
hands for initiation of a machine cycle.
Anti-tiedown (Control): A two-hand trip control configured so that both of the operator's hands must be removed and then
reapplied to the control actuating devices to start another machine cycle. (Also called "anti-defeat" control.)
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Ordering Information: OPTO-TOUCH Optical Touch Buttons are shipped with a black field cover, as standard. A black field
cover will be received if the OPTO-T OUCH is ordered by its model number (only). Red, yellow , or green field cover may be specified instead by
ordering the OPTO-TOUCH using the appropriate 5-digit part number from the table, below . Field covers may also be ordered separately (page 3).
NOTE: Banner Optical Touch Buttons are manufactured and sold under license for U. S Patent #4,939,358.
Banner Engineering Corp. 9714 Tenth Ave. No. Minneapolis, MN 55441 Telephone: (612)544-3164 FAX (applications): (612)544-3573
Banner Engineering Corp Limited Warranty
Banner Engineering Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year
following the date of shipment. Banner Engineering Corp. will repair or replace, free of charge, any product of its
manufacture which, at the time it is returned to the factory, is found to have been defective during the warranty
period.This warranty does not cover damage or liability for misuse, abuse, or the improper application or installation of
the Banner product.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE), AND WHETHER ARISING UNDER COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, COURSE OF DEAL-
ING OR TRADE USAGE.
This Warranty is exclusive and limited to repair or, at the discretion of Banner Engineering Corp., replacement. IN NO
EVENT SHALL BANNER ENGINEERING CORP. BE LIABLE TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY FOR
ANY EXTRA COSTS, EXPENSES, LOSSES, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
SPECIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY PRODUCT DEFECT OR FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE
THE PRODUCT, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT OR WARRANTY, STATUTE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY,
NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE.
Banner Engineering Corp. reserves the right to change, modify or improve the design of the product without assuming
any obligations or liabilities relating to any product previously manufactured by Banner Engineering Corp.
