Adjustable Industrial Door Activation Sensor for Vehicle & Pedestrian Detection, Loading Docks, Automatic Overhead Doors, Gates and Commercial Automation

The BEA 10SPARROW SPARROW Variable-Mount Industrial Motion Sensor is a commercial-grade microwave radar detector designed for automatic industrial doors, warehouse entrances, commercial overhead doors, vehicle access systems, and specialized motion-activated equipment.

Featuring 24.150 GHz microwave Doppler radar technology, the SPARROW detects qualifying movement from pedestrians and vehicles, providing an activation signal to a compatible automatic door controller, relay system, or industrial automation device.

Its versatile mounting design supports installation heights from 6½ feet to 20 feet, making the SPARROW suitable for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications.

The adjustable radar antenna supports 0°–90° vertical adjustment and ±120° lateral adjustment, allowing installers to orient the sensing field for overhead, side-mounted, and other supported configurations.

The SPARROW offers ten detection sensitivity settings, bidirectional and unidirectional motion detection, and adjustable environmental immunity to help reduce unwanted activation caused by rain, snow, header vibration, and nearby movement.

Its durable black ABS enclosure provides IP64-rated environmental protection, while 12–24V AC/DC operation makes the sensor compatible with many properly configured industrial door operators and control systems.

Additional features include a potential-free changeover relay, low power consumption, push-button field adjustment, optional remote programming, and a manufacturer-specified 30-foot connection cable.

Whether replacing an existing industrial radar sensor or adding motion activation to a new commercial entrance, the BEA 10SPARROW offers flexible installation and dependable motion detection for properly configured commercial and industrial applications.

Important: The SPARROW detects both pedestrians and vehicles. It does not provide selective pedestrian rejection and is not a dedicated presence or entrapment-protection sensor.

Key Features & Benefits

• 24.150 GHz Microwave Radar: Industrial Doppler motion detection for pedestrian and vehicle traffic.

• Variable-Mount Design: Supports different mounting positions and antenna orientations.

• 6½–20 Foot Mounting Range: Suitable for low and elevated commercial installations.

• Adjustable Radar Antenna: 0°–90° vertical and ±120° lateral positioning.

• Ten Sensitivity Settings: Customize the sensing field for the intended area.

• Bidirectional Detection: Detects qualifying movement in both directions.

• Approach-Only Detection: Configure activation primarily for traffic moving toward the sensor.

• Departure-Only Detection: Supports specialized detection of movement away from the sensor.

• Wall or Ceiling Mounting: Flexible installation for different openings.

• Side-Mount Applications: Can support installations where standard header mounting is not practical.

• Vehicle Detection: Suitable for compatible commercial door and gate activation applications.

• Pedestrian Motion Detection: Detects qualifying pedestrian movement within the field.

• Adjustable Environmental Immunity: Helps reduce unwanted detection under certain weather and vibration conditions.

• Boost Function: Provides a manufacturer-specified adjustment for installations above 14½ feet.

• IP64 Environmental Protection: Resistant to dust intrusion and splashing water within the stated rating.

• 30-Foot Connection Cable: Supports flexible controller wiring.

• 12–24V AC/DC Operation: Compatible with appropriately configured low-voltage equipment.

• Low Power Consumption: Less than 2 watts.

• Potential-Free Changeover Relay: Provides a dry-contact output for compatible control inputs.

• Onboard Field Adjustment: Push buttons allow field-size changes and factory reset.

• Optional Remote Programming: BEA 10REMOTE supports additional configuration settings.

• Compact Black ABS Housing: Low-profile construction for industrial installations.

Industrial 24.150 GHz Microwave Motion Detection

The BEA SPARROW uses Doppler microwave radar to detect qualifying movement within an adjustable sensing field.

When a pedestrian or vehicle moves through the programmed detection area, the sensor changes the state of its output relay.

The connected door operator or compatible control system receives this signal and performs the appropriate programmed action.

Radar Detection Characteristics

• Technology: Microwave Doppler radar

• Operating frequency: 24.150 GHz

• Detection mode: Motion

• Minimum detectable speed: Approximately 2 inches per second along the sensor axis

• Adjustable field sensitivity

• Configurable motion direction

• Potential-free relay output

The radar field can be adjusted to suit the installation geometry and intended traffic.

Important: The SPARROW does not continuously monitor stationary objects. It must not be used as the sole protection against a closing industrial door, moving gate, or other equipment hazard.

Variable-Mount Design – 6½ to 20 Feet

One of the SPARROW's primary advantages is its flexible mounting range.

The sensor can be installed at heights ranging from 6 feet 6 inches to 20 feet, allowing it to accommodate a variety of commercial and industrial openings.

Mounting Capabilities

• Minimum mounting height: 6½ feet

• Maximum mounting height: 20 feet

• Wall mounting

• Ceiling mounting

• Selected side-mounted configurations

• Vertical antenna adjustment: 0°–90°

• Lateral antenna adjustment: -120° to +120°

This mounting flexibility allows the SPARROW to be used where conventional fixed-orientation sensors may not provide the desired detection field.

Common Applications

• Commercial overhead doors

• Warehouse vehicle entrances

• Loading docks

• Industrial service openings

• Vehicle barriers

• Commercial gates

• Security-related motion signals

• Industrial warning-light activation

The final installation must be positioned and tested so that the radar field detects the intended traffic without excessive interference from surrounding activity.

Adjustable Antenna Orientation

The BEA 10SPARROW includes a mechanically adjustable radar antenna.

Installers can rotate and reposition the antenna to direct its sensing field toward the desired area.

Antenna Adjustment Specifications

• Vertical tilt: 0°–90°

• Lateral adjustment: ±120°

• Adjustable field size

• Configurable detection direction

Benefits of Adjustable Orientation

• Allows detection at different approach angles

• Supports side-mounted applications

• Accommodates unusual entrance geometry

• Helps reduce detection outside the intended opening

• Provides flexibility for wall and ceiling installation

• Supports replacement of selected existing motion sensors

The sensor should be securely mounted to limit movement and vibration.

Ten Adjustable Detection Sensitivity Settings

The BEA SPARROW provides ten field-size sensitivity settings.

These settings allow technicians to increase or decrease the radar detection field to match the intended application.

Lower Sensitivity

Can help reduce unwanted detection from surrounding traffic or nearby moving equipment.

Higher Sensitivity

May be appropriate when the sensor must detect qualifying movement across a larger approach area.

Actual sensing coverage depends on mounting height, antenna orientation, sensitivity, environmental conditions, and the characteristics of the moving target.

Detection Field Note: BEA does not publish a single fixed detection-footprint dimension for all SPARROW installations. The field must be configured and tested on site.

Bidirectional & Unidirectional Detection

The SPARROW supports three selectable directional detection modes.

Bidirectional Detection – BI

Detects qualifying motion in either direction through the programmed field.

This setting can be useful where both approaching and departing traffic must generate an output.

Unidirectional Approach Detection – UNI

Detects qualifying movement traveling toward the sensor.

This can help reduce unnecessary activation from vehicles or pedestrians moving away from the opening.

Unidirectional Departure Detection – UNI AWAY

Detects qualifying movement traveling away from the sensor.

This setting supports specialized industrial control and warning applications.

Benefits of Directional Detection

• Supports controlled automatic door activation

• Can reduce unnecessary door cycling

• Allows adjustment for different traffic patterns

• Helps manage movement through industrial access points

• Can reduce unnecessary opening of climate-controlled buildings

The directional setting must be tested after installation.

Pedestrian & Vehicle Detection

The BEA 10SPARROW is designed to detect both moving pedestrians and vehicles.

This provides flexibility for installations where different types of traffic must generate an activation signal.

Typical Detectable Traffic

• Pedestrians

• Forklifts

• Commercial vehicles

• Trucks

• Moving industrial equipment

• Other qualifying moving targets

Important Product Distinction: BEA specifically confirms that the SPARROW cannot be adjusted to ignore pedestrians while detecting only vehicles.

For applications requiring pedestrian rejection, select a compatible sensor from the BEA FALCON family.

Boost Function for Mounting Above 14½ Feet

The SPARROW incorporates a manufacturer-specified boost function.

When the sensor is installed above 14 feet 6 inches, BEA directs installers to activate the boost setting using the internal DIP switch.

This supports sensor operation at the higher end of its mounting range.

Boost Function Characteristics

• DIP-switch selectable

• Intended for installations above 14½ feet

• Supports elevated industrial mounting

• Used with appropriate field-size and antenna adjustments

Installation Note: Follow BEA's mounting instructions and verify the detection field after enabling boost.

Environmental Immunity Adjustment

Industrial entrances can be exposed to weather, vibration, and other disturbances.

The SPARROW provides adjustable immunity settings to help reduce unwanted activation caused by certain environmental conditions.

Potential Disturbances

• Rain

• Snow

• Header vibration

• Door movement

• Nearby metallic surroundings

• Unintended moving objects

Available Immunity Settings

• Normal

• High

Selecting the higher immunity setting may help reduce false activation, but it can also affect detection performance.

All settings must be tested with the actual intended traffic.

IP64 Industrial Housing

The BEA SPARROW features a black ABS housing with IP64 ingress protection.

The enclosure is intended for properly installed commercial and industrial environments.

Environmental Features

• IP64 protection

• Dust-ingress protection

• Resistance to splashing water

• Operating temperature of -22°F to 140°F

• Suitable for appropriately protected indoor or outdoor installations

• Black ABS construction

Important: The SPARROW is not NEMA 4 rated. It should not be advertised as a NEMA 4, IP65, or washdown-rated sensor.

For installations requiring NEMA 4 protection, evaluate an appropriate FALCON-family product.

Proper wire routing and sealing are essential to preserve the IP64 protection.

Onboard Push Buttons & Remote Programming

The BEA SPARROW can be adjusted through onboard push buttons or a compatible BEA universal remote.

Onboard Push Buttons

The push buttons support:

• Increasing detection field size

• Decreasing detection field size

• Restoring factory settings

Optional BEA 10REMOTE

The remote supports additional functions, including:

• Detection field size

• Environmental immunity

• Directional detection mode

• Active or passive output configuration

• Sensor access-code functions

• Factory reset

The manufacturer identifies the BEA 10REMOTE as an accessory for more complete programming.

Remote Sold Separately: The 10REMOTE is not included unless specifically identified in a supplier package.

Potential-Free Changeover Relay

The SPARROW includes an output relay for compatible industrial control systems.

Relay Characteristics

• Potential-free changeover contact

• Normally open / normally closed configuration

• Maximum contact voltage: 42VAC or 60VDC

• Maximum contact current: 1A resistive

• Maximum switching power: 30W DC / 60VA AC

• Configurable active or passive output

The output can signal a compatible automatic door operator, industrial controller, warning-light relay, or access control input.

Important: The sensor's relay is a control-signal output. It must not be used to directly power an overhead door motor or other high-current equipment.

12–24V AC/DC Electrical Operation

The BEA 10SPARROW supports low-voltage AC or DC operation.

Electrical Specifications

Electrical Feature	Specification
AC Supply Voltage	12–24VAC ±10%
DC Supply Voltage	12–24VDC +30% / -10%
AC Frequency	50–60 Hz
Maximum Power Consumption	Less Than 2W
Output Type	Potential-Free Changeover Relay
Maximum Relay Voltage	42VAC / 60VDC
Maximum Relay Current	1A Resistive
Maximum Switching Power	30W DC / 60VA AC

The power source and relay wiring must be compatible with the automatic door or industrial control equipment.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	BEA Sensors / BEA Americas
Manufacturer Part Number	10SPARROW
Product Family	SPARROW
Product Type	Variable-Mount Industrial Motion Sensor
Technology	Microwave Doppler Radar
Detection Mode	Motion Only
Radar Frequency	24.150 GHz
Minimum Detection Speed	2 Inches/Second
Mounting Height	6½–20 Feet
Mounting Locations	Wall / Ceiling / Compatible Side Mount
Vertical Antenna Angle	0°–90°
Lateral Antenna Angle	-120° to +120°
Sensitivity Settings	10
Detection Directions	Bidirectional / Approach / Departure
Environmental Immunity	Normal / High
Boost Function	For Mounting Above 14½ Feet
Pedestrian Rejection	No
AC Supply Voltage	12–24VAC ±10%
DC Supply Voltage	12–24VDC +30% / -10%
Maximum Power Consumption	Less Than 2W
Relay	Potential-Free Changeover
Maximum Relay Voltage	42VAC / 60VDC
Maximum Relay Current	1A Resistive
Maximum Switching Power	30W DC / 60VA AC
Output Configuration	Active / Passive
Onboard Controls	Field Size / Factory Reset
Remote Programming	BEA 10REMOTE
Enclosure Rating	IP64
NEMA 4 Rating	No
Housing Material	ABS
Housing Color	Black
Product Dimensions	Approximately 5½" × 2¼" × 2⅕"
Manufacturer Product Weight	5.8 oz
Cable Length	30 Feet
Operating Temperature	-22°F to 140°F
UPC	197163007110
Package Quantity	1 Sensor

Dimensional Note: These are the manufacturer's physical sensor dimensions, not the shipping carton measurements.

BEA SPARROW vs. FALCON Family

Model	Detection	Mounting Height	Distinguishing Feature
10SPARROW	Pedestrian & Vehicle Motion	6½–20 ft	Variable mounting and antenna orientation
10FALCON	Industrial Motion	11½–23 ft	Industrial vehicle activation with configurable pedestrian filtering
10FALCONXL	Industrial Motion	6½–11½ ft	Low-mount industrial radar
10FALCONW	Industrial Motion	11½–21 ft	Wide-field radar detection
10IS40	Motion & Presence	8–16 ft	Microwave radar and active infrared

Choose the SPARROW when flexible mounting and the ability to detect both pedestrian and vehicle traffic are important.

Choose an appropriate FALCON model when pedestrian rejection or NEMA 4 environmental protection is required.

Compatible BEA Accessories

Part Number	Description
10REMOTE	BEA Universal Remote Control
10INDBRACKET	Industrial Extension Bracket
10PS12-24	UL/ULC Listed Power Supply
10PS12-24D	Power Supply with Backup Circuit
10PSMDR2024	24VDC DIN-Rail Power Supply
10PSST242	24V, 2A Plug-In Power Supply
10PSVR5T	24VAC / 24VDC Power Accessory

Accessory selection depends on the actual power requirements, mounting method, and connected controller.

Recommended Commercial & Industrial Applications

• Commercial overhead door activation

• High-speed industrial doors

• Warehouse entrances

• Loading docks

• Manufacturing facilities

• Distribution centers

• Forklift and vehicle access areas

• Commercial gates

• Parking barriers

• Vehicle detection applications

• Pedestrian motion detection

• Industrial warning indication

• Compatible access control inputs

• Specialized security-related motion signaling

Application Note: Gate and barrier installations may require separate monitored entrapment-protection devices. The SPARROW is not a replacement for those safety functions.

Installation & Ordering Considerations

Before purchasing the BEA 10SPARROW:

• Verify manufacturer SKU 10SPARROW.

• Confirm the application requires motion detection, not stationary-object presence sensing.

• Verify mounting height between 6½ and 20 feet.

• Select wall, ceiling, or appropriate side mounting.

• Configure vertical and lateral antenna orientation.

• Enable the boost function for installations above 14½ feet.

• Confirm compatible 12–24V AC/DC power.

• Check the controller's relay input requirements.

• Verify the supplied 30-foot cable is sufficient.

• Secure the sensor to prevent vibration.

• Keep nearby moving objects and light sources from causing unwanted detection.

• Select the appropriate directional mode.

• Adjust field sensitivity.

• Configure normal or high environmental immunity.

• Use the BEA 10REMOTE when additional programming is required.

• Test the field with the actual vehicles and pedestrians expected.

• Confirm the automatic door or equipment responds correctly.

• Verify all independent safety and entrapment-protection devices.

Professional Installation Recommended: Installation and adjustment should be performed by qualified technicians familiar with the automatic door, gate, or industrial equipment and its applicable safety requirements.

Package Information

Product Configuration

• (1) BEA 10SPARROW Variable-Mount Microwave Motion Sensor

• Black ABS Sensor Housing

• Manufacturer-Specified 30-Foot Connection Cable

Additional Installation Items to Confirm

• Mounting screws

• Retrofit mounting clip

• Mounting template

• Printed installation guide

Generally Sold Separately

• BEA 10REMOTE Universal Remote Control

• Optional industrial mounting bracket

• Compatible low-voltage power supply

• Additional connection wiring

• Automatic door or gate controller

• Required safety sensors and protection devices

Confirm the exact loose hardware included with the distributor's current inventory before advertising it as part of a complete installation kit.

Why Choose the BEA 10SPARROW?

The BEA 10SPARROW Variable-Mount Industrial Microwave Motion Sensor provides versatile motion detection for commercial doors, warehouse entrances, industrial equipment, and vehicle access applications.

Featuring 24.150 GHz Doppler radar, a 6½–20 foot mounting range, adjustable antenna orientation, ten sensitivity settings, three directional modes, IP64 protection, and a 30-foot cable, the SPARROW offers flexible installation and reliable motion-based activation.

For commercial door technicians, industrial contractors, and facility maintenance departments, the BEA SPARROW is a practical solution when adjustable mounting and detection of both pedestrians and vehicles are required.