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BEA 10SPARROW SPARROW Variable Mount Microwave Motion Sensor – front view, black housing with articulating sensor head, detection zones up to 20 x 30 ft, 12–24V AC/DC

BEA 10SPARROW SPARROW Variable Mount Motion Sensor with Microwave Detection and 20' x 30' Detection Zone

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BEA 10SPARROW SPARROW Variable Mount Motion Sensor with Microwave Detection and 20' x 30' Detection Zone

Industrial-Grade Radar Motion Detection System

The BEA 10SPARROW SPARROW Variable Mount Motion Sensor delivers professional microwave detection technology for industrial, security, and pedestrian applications. This versatile sensor features detection zones up to 20 by 30 feet with flexible 12 to 24 V AC/DC power options. The adjustable microwave antenna rotates ±120 degrees to create customizable sensing fields for bi-directional traffic, unidirectional approach, or departure-only detection modes.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Flexible Detection Zones: Configurable coverage areas up to 20 by 30 feet accommodate various installation requirements and traffic patterns.
  • Variable Power Options: 12 to 24 V AC/DC operation provides installation flexibility across different electrical systems and applications.
  • Adjustable Microwave Antenna: ±120 degree rotation capability allows precise field adjustment for bi-directional, approach-only, or departure-only detection modes.
  • Industrial-Grade Construction: Designed specifically for harsh environments and demanding industrial applications where reliable motion detection is critical.
  • Advanced Radar Technology: Microwave Doppler radar detection provides accurate sensing of both people and vehicles in challenging conditions.
  • Multiple Detection Modes: Supports bi-directional traffic detection, unidirectional approach sensing, and unidirectional departure monitoring for versatile applications.
  • Professional Installation Support: Variable mount design accommodates different mounting configurations for optimal sensor positioning.

Technical Specifications

  • Technology: Microwave Doppler Radar
  • Transmitter Frequency: 24.150 GHz
  • Transmitter Radiated Power: < 20 dBm EIRP
  • Transmitter Power Density: < 5 mW / cm2
  • Detection Mode: Motion
  • Tilt Angles: 0 deg. - 90 deg. vertical; -120 deg. - 120 deg. lateral
  • Output: Relay (free of potential change-over contact)
  • Max. Contact Voltage: 42 VAC - 60 VDC
  • Max. Contact Current: 1 A (resistive)
  • Max. Switching Power: 30 W (DC) / 60 VA (AC)
  • Minimum Detection Speed: 2 in / s (measured in the sensor axis)
  • Mains Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
  • Supply Voltage: 12 - 24 VAC +/-10% | 12 - 24 VDC 30% / -10%
  • Maximum Power Consumption: < 2 W
  • Mounting Height: 78 in - 240 in (6.5 ft - 20 ft)
  • Dimensions: 2.25 in (W) x 5.51 in (H) x 2.17 in (D)
  • Material: ABS
  • Color: Black
  • Weight: 5.8 oz
  • Cable Length: 360 in (30 ft)
  • Temperature Range: -22 deg. F - 140 deg. F
  • Degree of Protection: IP64
  • Norm Conformance: R&TTE 1999/5/EC; EMC 2004/108/EC

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply. Confirm voltage (12 to 24 V AC/DC) and current capacity before proceeding.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Mount the unit in the specified location ensuring adequate clearance for wiring access, ventilation, and future service requirements.
  4. Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams. Use appropriate wire gauge and connectors for the application.
  5. Configure operational settings including detection mode (bi-directional, approach-only, or departure-only) and adjust antenna position within ±120 degree range per application requirements.
  6. Restore power and test all functions including normal operation, detection accuracy across the 20 by 30 foot coverage area, and integration with connected systems.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Industrial Facility Vehicle Detection
  • Commercial Building Security Systems
  • Access Control Entry Points
  • Warehouse and Distribution Centers
  • Parking Facility Traffic Monitoring
  • Pedestrian Safety Warning Systems
  • Automated Door Control Systems

Why Choose BEA Quality?

BEA motion detection products deliver industrial-grade reliability with microwave Doppler radar technology designed for harsh environments and demanding applications. The SPARROW series combines flexible mounting options with precise detection capabilities for professional installations where dependable motion sensing is essential. Engineered for commercial and industrial applications requiring accurate people and vehicle detection in challenging conditions.

Product Specs

Product Type:
Motion Sensor
Series:
SPARROW
Subcategory:
Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Electronic:
Yes
Product Group:
Electronic Access Controls
Product Subgroup:
Sensors, Switches, Relays and Timers
Technology:
Microwave Doppler Radar
Product Category:
Electronic Access Control
Department:
Door Hardware

BEA BEA-10SPARROW – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the BEA 10SPARROW sensor run off my existing 24V door operator power?
Yes. The 10SPARROW takes 12 to 24 VAC (+/-10%) or 12 to 24 VDC (+30% / -10%) at 50 to 60 Hz, and draws under 2 W, so a standard 12V or 24V auxiliary output on an operator or access control power supply carries it without a dedicated transformer.
2) Can I wire the SPARROW motion sensor straight into a request-to-exit input on my access control panel?
The SPARROW's output is a relay with a potential-free change-over contact, so it gives you both a normally open and a normally closed dry contact to land on a REX input, an operator activation input, or a light control circuit. Contact limits are 42 VAC / 60 VDC max, 1 A resistive, 30 W DC or 60 VA AC switching. That is a signalling contact, not a load contact, so switch a relay or a controller input with it rather than a motor or a lighting load directly.
3) Will a microwave radar sensor like the SPARROW ignore people walking past a door instead of toward it?
That is exactly what the unidirectional modes are for. The SPARROW can be set to bi-directional, approach-only, or departure-only, and Doppler radar only registers movement toward or away from the sensor axis, so cross traffic parallel to the head produces little or no signal. Set approach-only on an entry door and traffic walking past the opening will not trigger it. Departure-only is the setting for an egress-side sensor that should not fire on someone approaching from outside.
4) Should I use a microwave motion sensor or an active infrared presence sensor on an automatic door?
Different jobs. The SPARROW is a Doppler radar motion sensor: it detects things that are moving, down to 2 in/s in the sensor axis, over a field up to 20 by 30 ft. That makes it the activation device, the one that sees someone coming and opens the door, and it works at long range on vehicles and pedestrians alike. It does not hold a door open for someone standing still, because a stationary person generates no Doppler shift. If you need presence detection in the door swing path for safety, that is a separate infrared presence sensor, and on a full automatic door package you typically use both.
5) Can the BEA SPARROW radar sensor be mounted outside or in an unheated warehouse?
Rated -22 F to 140 F with IP64 protection, so the SPARROW handles unheated warehouses, loading docks, and covered exterior headers. IP64 means dust tight against harmful ingress and protected against splashing water from any direction, not immersion or pressure washing, so keep it under a header or canopy rather than fully exposed to driven rain. The housing is ABS.
6) How much cable comes with the BEA 10SPARROW, and do I need a junction box at the sensor?
The 10SPARROW ships with a 360 in (30 ft) cable already attached at the main connector, so on a typical header mount you can usually run straight back to the operator or controller without splicing at the sensor. Plan your box location within that 30 ft of cable path, allowing for the run up the jamb and across the header, not straight-line distance.
7) How is the SPARROW motion sensor adjusted after it is mounted, and are there tools required?
Setup is on the unit itself. Behind the cover you get the radar antenna, a DIP switch bank, push buttons, and an LED indicator, so detection mode and field settings are made at the sensor with no handheld programmer or app. The antenna itself rotates to aim the field, plus or minus 120 degrees laterally and 0 to 90 degrees vertically, which is how you pull the pattern off a passing traffic lane or narrow it to the approach path.
8) Will a radar motion sensor detect forklifts and vehicles, not just people?
Yes. Doppler radar keys on movement rather than body heat, so the SPARROW picks up forklifts, pallet jacks, and vehicles the same way it picks up pedestrians, over a field up to 20 by 30 ft and from mounting heights to 20 ft. That is the reason it gets specified on high-bay industrial doors and parking entries where a thermal or infrared device struggles with a cold steel vehicle.
9) Is the BEA SPARROW rated for commercial installation, and what frequency does the radar run at?
The SPARROW is a commercial-duty device, transmitting at 24.150 GHz with radiated power under 20 dBm EIRP and power density under 5 mW/cm2. It conforms to R&TTE 1999/5/EC and EMC 2004/108/EC. The 24 GHz band is the standard band for door and traffic radar, so it will not conflict with 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi or common building wireless on site.
10) Is there more than one version of the BEA SPARROW sensor to choose from?
No configuration to pick. The SPARROW is sold as a single model, 10SPARROW, in black, and the variable mount plus the adjustable antenna cover the differences that would otherwise be separate part numbers. You set left, right, side mount, approach, or departure at commissioning instead of ordering a specific hand or orientation.
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Does the BEA BEA-10SPARROW come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The BEA BEA-10SPARROW is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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