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BEA 10BODYGUARDT Bodyguard-T overhead presence sensor for automatic doors, active infrared technology, black housing, front view

BEA 10BODYGUARDT Bodyguard-T Overhead Presence Sensor for Automatic Doors with Active Infrared Technology

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BEA 10BODYGUARDT Bodyguard-T Overhead Presence Sensor

The BEA 10BODYGUARDT Bodyguard-T is an overhead presence sensor for pedestrian automatic doors using active infrared technology. It provides threshold protection in both directions: preventing a closed door from opening and an open door from closing when a person is detected in the zone. Field configuration is handled via BEA remote control without rewiring.

Key Features

  • Active Infrared Technology: Continuous presence detection, not just motion, for accurate door hold and safety protection.
  • Dual-Direction Threshold Protection: Holds a closed door closed and an open door open when occupancy is detected.
  • Overhead Mounting: Ceiling-mount keeps the detection zone clear of pedestrian traffic flow.
  • Remote Control Adjustment: Detection zone and sensitivity configured via BEA remote control for field tuning without rewiring.
  • RF and EMI Immunity: Immune to electrical and radio frequency interference.

Technical Specifications

  • Technology: Active Infrared
  • Detection Mode: Presence
  • Installation Height: 108 in (9 ft) max; recommended 78 in - 96 in (6.5 ft - 8 ft)
  • Mounting Angles (Bodyguard Only): 5 deg., 10 deg. (factory default: 5 deg.)
  • Mounting Angles (With Bodymount): 0 deg., 5 deg., 10 deg.
  • Power Supply: 12 - 24 VAC/DC +/-10%
  • Mains Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
  • Output Max. Contact Current: 1 A
  • Max. Contact Voltage: 60 VDC / 125 VAC
  • Max Power Supply: 30 W (DC), 60 VA (AC)
  • Relay Hold Time: 0.5 - 9 s
  • Operating Temperature: -22 deg. F to 140 deg. F
  • Cable: 48 in (4 ft), 6-conductor
  • Weight: 1 lb. 11 oz.
  • Dimensions: 11.8 in (W) x 1.9 in (H) x 1.9 in (D)
  • Material: Aluminum and ABS plastic
  • Housing: Black anodized aluminum

Installation Notes

  1. Confirm power supply compatibility: 12 - 24 VAC/DC. Disconnect power before installation.
  2. Mount overhead at 78 - 96 in height (108 in max) at the specified angle for your application.
  3. Route and connect 6-conductor cable per BEA wiring diagrams.
  4. Configure detection zone and sensitivity using BEA remote control.
  5. Restore power and verify presence detection, door hold, and threshold protection in both door states.
  6. Refer to BEA 10BODYGUARDT technical documentation for complete wiring diagrams and programming instructions.

Product Specs

Product Type:
Presence Sensor
Series:
Bodyguard-T
Subcategory:
Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Electronic:
Yes
Product Group:
Electronic Access Controls
Product Subgroup:
Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
Technology:
Active Infrared
Product Category:
Electronic Access Control
Department:
Door Hardware

BEA BEA-10BODYGUARDT – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What mounting height does the BEA Bodyguard-T presence sensor need above the door?
The Bodyguard-T mounts overhead up to 108 inches (9 ft) maximum, with 78 to 96 inches (6.5 to 8 ft) recommended. If your header sits higher than 9 feet, this sensor is out of range for that opening. Mounting angle is 5 or 10 degrees on the sensor alone (5 degrees from the factory); add the Bodymount accessory and you also get a 0 degree setting for headers where the beam needs to drop straight down.
2) What power does the BEA 10BODYGUARDT sensor run on, and will it work off my door operator's accessory terminals?
Power is 12 to 24 VAC or VDC, plus or minus 10 percent, at 50 to 60 Hz, drawing up to 30 W on DC or 60 VA on AC. That is the same accessory voltage range most pedestrian automatic operators put out, so it typically runs straight off the operator's low voltage terminals with no separate supply. Check the operator's accessory output falls inside 12 to 24 V before wiring.
3) Can the Bodyguard-T switch my door controller's input directly, or do I need an interposing relay?
The output is a dry relay contact rated 1 A maximum, with a contact ceiling of 60 VDC or 125 VAC. Low voltage control inputs on a pedestrian door operator sit well inside that, so it wires directly. Anything drawing more than 1 amp, or a line voltage load, needs an interposing relay between the sensor and the load. Hold time on the relay is adjustable from 0.5 to 9 seconds.
4) Will an overhead presence sensor like the Bodyguard-T open the door, or do I still need an activation sensor?
Presence, not activation. The Bodyguard-T's job is threshold protection: it keeps a closed door from opening and holds an open door from closing while someone is standing in the zone. It will not initiate the opening cycle for an approaching pedestrian. You still need a separate activation device, a motion sensor, push plate, or card reader, to start the door. Buyers wiring a full swing or slide package generally use both.
5) What detection technology does the Bodyguard-T use, and does it see a person standing still?
Active infrared. Unlike a microwave motion sensor, which only reacts to movement toward the door, active infrared presence detection holds on a stationary person in the threshold zone, which is exactly the case where someone gets struck by a closing door. That is the split to understand when specifying: microwave for activation, active infrared for threshold safety.
6) Can the Bodyguard-T be installed on an exterior door in a cold climate?
Operating range is -22 to 140 degrees F, which covers exterior entrances in northern winters and hot southern vestibules alike. It is also immune to electrical and radio frequency interference, so it holds up next to the operator motor and nearby transmitters. The 6-conductor cable is 48 inches (4 ft) long, so plan a junction inside the header if the controller is further than that from the sensor.
7) How do you adjust the detection zone on the BEA Bodyguard-T after it is mounted?
Field setup runs off the BEA remote control, not dip switches you have to reach up and flip. You set the detection zone and sensitivity from the floor, which matters on a 9 foot header where the alternative is a ladder every time traffic patterns change. Relay hold time is set the same way, anywhere from 0.5 to 9 seconds. The remote is a separate item, so order one if your crew does not already carry it.
8) Is the BEA Bodyguard-T suitable for a residential garage or house door?
No. The Bodyguard-T is a commercial-rated device built for pedestrian automatic door systems, retail and healthcare entrances, schools, offices and multi-tenant lobbies. It is not a garage door safety device and it does not replace a photo eye on an overhead sectional door. For a residential swing door with no automatic operator, there is nothing here for it to control.
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the BEA BEA-10BODYGUARDT come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The BEA BEA-10BODYGUARDT is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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