BBID-DSS Ultrasonic Double-Sheet Detection Sensor

BBID-DSS opposed ultrasonic transmitter and receiver for double-sheet detection

Product Overview

BBID-DSS is a 200 kHz ultrasonic double-sheet detection sensor for identifying no-sheet, single-sheet, and double-sheet conditions in automated feeding processes. The opposed transmitter and receiver provide non-contact detection for feeding, stamping, packaging, printing, binding, and sheet-processing equipment.

Ultrasonic detection is independent of material color and transparency. The sensor can detect double feeds and overlapping sheets made of paper, transparent film, thin metal, solar wafers, printed circuit boards, and coated sheet materials.

Operating Principle

The transmitter continuously sends an ultrasonic signal toward the receiver. As material passes between the two sensor heads, the system evaluates the change in the received signal and provides separate switching outputs for no sheet, one sheet, or two sheets. The three outputs can be connected to a PLC, machine controller, or alarm circuit.

Key Features

  • 200 kHz ultrasonic detection
  • Non-contact detection of no sheet, single sheet, and double sheet
  • Suitable for opaque, transparent, and differently colored sheet materials
  • Three NPN normally closed switching outputs
  • 100 mA rated operating current per output
  • Short-circuit and overload-protected outputs
  • Blue, green, and red status indicators
  • IP67 protection
  • M18 × 1 threaded housing
  • 2 m PVC cable

Typical Applications

  • Paper feeding and paper-making machinery
  • Stamping presses and thin-metal feeding systems
  • Food and instant-noodle packaging machinery
  • Transparent film and self-adhesive material detection
  • Solar wafer production equipment
  • PCB and circuit-board feeding systems
  • Coating and sheet-processing machinery
  • Automatic binding and print-finishing equipment

Detectable Materials

  • Paper and cardboard
  • Transparent plastic film
  • Thin metal sheets
  • Solar wafers
  • Printed circuit boards
  • Coated sheet materials
  • Other sheet materials suitable for ultrasonic transmission

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Detection method Opposed ultrasonic transmission
Ultrasonic frequency 200 kHz
Sensing range 20–60 mm
Optimum installation distance 45 mm
Supply voltage 18–30 V DC
Supply ripple 10% p-p
No-load supply current < 80 mA
Number of outputs 3
Output type NPN, normally closed
Output states No sheet / single sheet / double sheet
Rated operating current 3 × 100 mA
Output protection Short-circuit and overload protection
Voltage drop 2 V
Switch-on delay Approx. 15 ms
Switch-off delay Approx. 15 ms
Function-input pulse length 100 ms
Function-input impedance 4 kΩ
Function-input low level -UB to -UB + 1 V
Function-input high level +UB – 1 V to +UB
Degree of protection IP67
Mounting thread M18 × 1
Cable 2 m PVC
Conductor cross-section 0.14 mm²
Housing Nickel-plated brass
Plastic components PBT
Transducer face Stainless steel
Weight Approx. 150 g

Status Indicators

LED color Detection status
Blue No sheet / air
Green Single sheet
Red Double sheet

Cable Connection

Connection Function
Red Supply positive
Black Supply negative
White Double-sheet output
Green Single-sheet output
Yellow No-sheet output
Function-input wire Function input

Installation Guidelines

  • Mount the transmitter and receiver opposite each other on the same axis.
  • A transmitter-to-receiver distance of 40–45 mm is recommended; the optimum operating distance is 45 mm.
  • Keep the moving sheet approximately 5–15 mm from the sensor face.
  • Keep angular misalignment between the transmitter and receiver within ±1°.
  • Keep axial offset between the transmitter and receiver within ±1 mm.
  • For thicker paper, an installation angle of approximately 35° can improve detection.
  • After installation, verify all three output states using no sheet, one sheet, and two sheets.

Customization Options

  • Response time
  • Cable length
  • Electrical connection
  • Mounting bracket
  • Adaptation to the target material and feeding mechanism