- Models with IO-Link enable a point-to-point communication link between a master device and a sensor, facilitating remote monitoring, teaching, and configuration
- Easy to read dual digital displays simultaneously show signal level and threshold
- Simple user interface ensures easy sensor set-up and programming
- Expert TEACH and SET methods ensure optimal gain and threshold for all applications, especially low contrast applications
- IO-LINK models available
- Models for detection of extraneous light sources available
- Response speeds as fast as 200 µs
- Thermally stable electronics minimize warm-up drift and reduce the effect of side-by-side mounting of multiple fiber amplifiers
- ECO (economy) display mode reduces amplifier power consumption by 25%
- Cross talk avoidance algorithm allows two fiber assemblies to operate in close proximity for many applications
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Pick and Place Machine Leading Edge Detection
Fiber optics are an ideal solution for pick and place machines because of their small size. DF-G1 amplifiers can be separated from fibers so the operator has easy access to the digital dual-display screen for data monitoring. Additionally, the cross talk avoidance algorithm allows two or more amplifiers to operate in close proximity to each other.

Window Tint Verification
Banner’s DF-G1 light receiver sensor differentiates between windows with or without tint based on how much external light passes through the glass. The DF-G1 self-contained device has a simple push button set-up for easy adjustment along the conveyor. An intuitive user display allows for immediate sensor feedback.

Light Receiver Detects Broad Spectrum of Lights
Banner’s DF-G1 fiber optic light receiver is a unique, cost-effective product that is designed to be placed directly in test equipment to ensure lights are functioning correctly. With the same intuitive dual display and programming interface as other DF-G1 models, the light receiver can be integrated and interfaced with assembly and test equipment control systems for pass/fail inspection.

Syringe Inspection
The DF-G1 sensor can be easily configured for detection of small targets, such as syringes, in a limited space packaging process. With Banner's powerful TEACH and SET methods, optimal gain and threshold can be used for a range of applications, including low contrast and long range applications.

Wafer Cassette Detection Under Water
Silicon wafers are transported from one process to another in cassette on a conveyor that is totally submerged in de-ionized water. A D10 sensor has teflon-encapsulated opposed-mode fibers that are located on either side of the conveyor. When the cassette is present, the opposed beam is broken.

Small Parts Counting
Banner's DF-G1 Series amplifier provides a simple setup and calibration for small part counting applications. Once the amplifier is setup, the easy-to-read digital dual display allows for simple operation because it shows the signal level and threshold simultaneously.
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DF-G1 Liquid Level Detection
The DF-G1 Expert Dual Display Fiber Amplifier is an easy-to-use fiber optic system that can be set up quickly, reducing installation time. The user interface is intuitive and the amplifier features a dual display screen, indicating the signal level and threshold simultaneously for simple operation. The DF-G1 has minimal warm-up drift, taking only minutes to start up and operate at full performance. It's ideal for leak detection and level control applications.
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Ambient Light Detection [Video]
Banner Engineering offers solutions for ambient light detection.

How-To Guide DF-G Dynamic Teach
This video covers the basics of setting up the Dynamic Teach function of the DF-G Fiber Optic Amplifier from Banner Engineering.

How-To Guide: DF-G Window Set
This video covers the basics of setting up the Window Set function of the DF-G Fiber Optic Amplifier from Banner Engineering.

How-To Guide: DF-G 2-Point Teach Configuration
This video covers the basics of setting up the DF-G Fiber Optic Amplifier 2-Point Teach Configuration from Banner Engineering.

How-To Guide: DF-G Light Set
This video covers the basics of setting up the Light Set function of the DF-G Fiber Optic Amplifier from Banner Engineering.

How-To Guide: DF-G Dark Set
This video covers the basics of setting up the Dark Set function of the DF-G Fiber Optic Amplifier from Banner Engineering.
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DF-G1-PS-Q5
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M12 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-PS-2M
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
2 m (6.5 ft) Cable -
DF-G1-PS-Q7
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
4-pin M8 Integral QD -
DF-G1-NR-Q7
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Light Receiver
Range: Depends on Fiber and light source; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
4-pin M8 Integral QD -
DF-G1-NS-2M
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
2 m (6.5 ft) Cable -
DF-G1-PR-Q5
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Light Receiver
Range: Depends on Fiber and light source; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M12 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-PR-Q7
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Light Receiver
Range: Depends on Fiber and light source; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
4-pin M8 Integral QD -
DF-G1-NS-Q5
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M12 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-KS-2M
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: Push/Pull with IO-Link
2 m (6.5 ft) Cable -
DF-G1-KS-Q5
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 18-30 V dc
Output 1: Push/Pull with IO-Link; Output 2: PNP only
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M12 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-NR-2M
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Light Receiver
Range: Depends on Fiber and light source; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
2 m (6.5 ft) Cable -
DF-G1-NS-Q3
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M8 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-NS-Q7
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
4-pin M8 Integral QD -
DF-G1-PR-2M
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Light Receiver
Range: Depends on Fiber and light source; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
2 m (6.5 ft) Cable -
DF-G1-PS-Q3
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M8 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-KS-Q7
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: Push/Pull with IO-Link
4-pin M8 Integral QD -
DF-G1-PR-Q3
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Light Receiver
Range: Depends on Fiber and light source; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M8 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-PS-9M
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 PNP
9 m (30 ft) Cable -
DF-G1-KS-Q3
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: Push/Pull with IO-Link
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M8 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-NF-Q7
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
With Fluorescent Filter
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
4-pin M8 Integral QD -
DF-G1-NR-9M
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Light Receiver
Range: Depends on Fiber and light source
Input: 10-30 V dc; Output: 1 NPN
9 m (30 ft) Cable -
DF-G1-NR-Q5
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier Light Receiver
Range: Depends on Fiber and light source; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
150 mm (6 in) 4-pin M12 Pigtail QD -
DF-G1-NS-9M
DF-G1 Dual Display Fiber Amplifier
Range: Depends on Fiber; Input 10-30 V dc
Output: 1 NPN
9 m (30 ft) Cable