With the option to add up to eight I/O expansion modules, utilize In-Series Diagnostics (ISD), and ability to share data via five different communication protocols, the XS26 expandable safety controller has the capacity to adapt to a variety of machines, including large-scale machines with multiple processes.
- In-Series Diagnostics (ISD) provides detailed status and performance data from each connected safety device, which can be accessed with an HMI or similar device
- Available communication protocols include EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Modbus/TCP, PCCC, and PROFINET (EtherCAT available via XSeCAT EtherCAT Communication Module)
- Program in minutes with intuitive, easy-to-use configuration software
- Up to eight expansion I/O modules can be added as automation requirements grow or change
- Network accessible configuration and live view via Ethernet connection (available on Ethernet-enabled XS26 models with FID 7 or later)
- Choose from six expansion module models
- Expansion module models have a variety of safety inputs, solid-state safety outputs and safety relay outputs
- Innovative live display feature and diagnostics allow for active monitoring of I/O on a PC and assist in troubleshooting and commissioning
- Controller and input modules allow safety inputs to be converted to status outputs for efficient terminal use
- Ethernet-enabled models can be configured for up to 256 virtual status outputs
- SC-XM3 external drive for fast swap and quick configuration without a PC

XS26 Expandable Safety Controllers
Applications
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Safeguarding areas around the palletizers and stretch wrappers can prove to be difficult because it involves multiple hazards. A scalable safety controller can help manage hazards related to the palletizer and stretch wrapper while ensuring efficient safeguarding processes.
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Banner’s XS26-2 expandable safety controller is a scalable safety solution that can be tailored for a wide variety of machines, including large scale machines with multiple processes. With the ability to add up to eight I/O expansion modules, the XS26-2 has the capacity to adapt to larger footprint machines with multiple hazards and access points. Several preconfigured safety function and logic blocks are available in the intuitive programming software.
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Banner’s XS26-2 is a flexible, easy-to-use safety controller with an intuitive programming environment, with the capacity to handle current machine processes and the flexibility to add up to eight I/O expansion modules as machine automation grows or changes. A broad spectrum of safety devices are supported, allowing for complex applications to be configured and downloaded to the controller in a minimal amount of time for efficient machine commissioning.
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Safeguarding the Palletizer and Stretch Wrapper
Safeguarding areas around the palletizers and stretch wrappers can prove to be difficult because it involves multiple hazards. A scalable safety controller can help manage hazards related to the palletizer and stretch wrapper while ensuring efficient safeguarding processes.
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Scalable Safety Control for Large Assembly Processes
Banner’s XS26-2 expandable safety controller is a scalable safety solution that can be tailored for a wide variety of machines, including large scale machines with multiple processes. With the ability to add up to eight I/O expansion modules, the XS26-2 has the capacity to adapt to larger footprint machines with multiple hazards and access points. Several preconfigured safety function and logic blocks are available in the intuitive programming software.
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Robotic Palletizer Safeguarding
Banner’s XS26-2 is a flexible, easy-to-use safety controller with an intuitive programming environment, with the capacity to handle current machine processes and the flexibility to add up to eight I/O expansion modules as machine automation grows or changes. A broad spectrum of safety devices are supported, allowing for complex applications to be configured and downloaded to the controller in a minimal amount of time for efficient machine commissioning.
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Archived Software
Videos
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SC Software Network Access
Watch this video to learn how to set up the Network Access feature for the XS26 and SC26 Safety Controllers.
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SC Software Overview
Watch this video for an overview of the SC software, which allows you to configure your Banner safety controller to fit your specific safety application needs.
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SC Software Equipment View
A tutorial of the Equipment and Wiring Diagram sections of the Safety Controller software from Banner Engineering.
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SC Software Functional View
A tutorial of the Functional View section of the Safety Controller software from Banner Engineering.
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SC Software SC-XM3
Watch this video to learn how to use the SC-XM3 external memory drive to copy Banner safety controller configurations.
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SC Software ISD
Watch this video to learn how to configure and monitor an in-series diagnostics chain with a Banner safety controller.
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XS26-ISD Support
Learn about the ISD functionality of the XS26 Series Expandable Controller in these instructional videos.
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Introduction to the XS26 and SC26
Learn how to use the various features of the XS26 and SC26 Safety Controllers in these instructional videos.
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Safety Controller Software: Simple Press Control Tutorial, Part 2
Watch the video to see how to setup a full featured press control system that uses an XS26-2 Safety Controller, XS2so Safety Output Module, Press Status inputs, cycle start, a manual reset, an optical safety sensor, sequential stop, mute sensor, foot petal input and an emergency stop. an XS26-2 Safety Controller, Press Status inputs, a Cycle Initiation, a manual reset, an optical safety sensor, and an emergency stop.
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Safety Controller Software: Simple Press Control Tutorial, Part 1
Watch the video to see how to setup a simple press control system that uses an XS26-2 Safety Controller, Press Status inputs, a Cycle Initiation, a manual reset, an optical safety sensor, and an emergency stop.
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Export Safety Controller Tags to Allen-Bradley PLC
The export tag feature available with SC10, SC26, and XS26 Series safety controllers dramatically reduces the time required to name and configure functions in an Allen-Bradley PLC.
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