What's New in Lighting and Indicators

Representing analog measurements digitally just got easier with the new S15C Analog to Pulse Pro converters from Banner. These converters are small, plug-on accessories that are designed to connect directly to a sensor or indicator and begin operating immediately, fitting seamlessly into your factory applications to convert analog sources into PFM or PWM signals.

The LC15T In-Line Touch Switch is a sealed, capacitive touch switch that can be connected in-line with many types of DC devices for on/off and PWM control. With a 4-amp output capacity, it can even control the largest of Banner’s DC lights. Its touch device interface and visual status indication make the LC15T an easy-to-use, operator-centric controller.

The K30 Pro Series has expanded to include additional communication capabilities with IO-Link and PICK-IQ ®. Both K30 Pro Indicator and Pro Touch 30 mm multicolor RGB devices are now available with either IO-Link communication for advanced animation customization or PICK-IQ for faster response speeds over a Modbus network.

S15L Series indicators connect in-line with sensors and other 4- and 5-pin devices to provide high-visibility, two-color display of power and output status, making it easy to quickly identify and resolve problems.

PICK-IQ™ communication enables greater speed and accuracy in medium and large scale pick-to-light systems. Pick-to-light devices powered by PICK-IQ are easy to use, interchangeable, and scalable to create flexible pick-to-light systems that set up quickly and adapt to changing needs.

Banner is expanding its offering of the WLS27 Series Strip Light to include programmable models with RGBW LEDs for use in indication, illumination and inspection applications. These new models will be programmable with Banner’s Pro Editor software or IO-Link communication.

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