BBDM-80KR5M Short-Range Air Ultrasonic Distance Transducer

BBDM-80KR5M compact air ultrasonic distance transducer with cylindrical body, circular acoustic face and top cable

Compact 80 kHz transducer for short-range measurements

The BBDM-80KR5M is an air ultrasonic distance transducer with an 80 kHz center frequency and a documented reference range of 0.3 to 5 m. Its half-power beam angle at -3 dB is 11.5°, with a tolerance of ±10%.

At 25 g ±5% with a 25 cm cable, the model is specified for automation proximity detection, short-range positioning, counting and target detection, and compact level measurement. It operates from -40 to +80 °C and is rated IP68.

Technical specifications

Parameter Specification
Model BBDM-80KR5M
Center frequency 80 kHz ±5%
Recommended range 0.3 to 5 m
Minimum impedance 280 Ω ±20%
Capacitance 1,600 pF ±20% at 1 kHz
Operating voltage Peak voltage below 600 Vpp
Operating temperature -40 to +80 °C
Pressure rating Up to 3 kgf or 0.3 MPa
Half-power beam angle at -3 dB 11.5° ±10%
Housing material 7075
Mounting See dimensional drawing
Protection rating IP68
Weight 25 g ±5%
Cable length 25 cm

Documented applications

  • Automation proximity detection
  • Short-range positioning
  • Counting and target detection
  • Compact level measurement

Inputs for product selection

Selection should consider the operating medium and temperature range, required measuring distance or acoustic path, target size and surface condition, mounting space and interface dimensions, pressure, and protection requirements. The drive and receive electronics, cable and connection method also need to be specified.