Leuze GS04B/P.1-80-M8.3 Fork Sensor
The Leuze GS04B/P.1-80-M8.3 fork sensor detects 0.3 mm parts using red LED light across 80 mm mouth width. This Leuze Fork Sensor operates on 10–30 V DC, delivers a PNP transistor digital output, and supports a 5,000 Hz switching frequency via an M8 3-pin connector. It belongs to the GS Series and features 0.1 ms response time, 100 µm hysteresis, and IP67 protection for industrial automation.
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product Type | Fork Sensors |
| Product | GS04B/P.1-80-M8.3 |
Leuze GS04B/P.1-80-M8.3 Fork Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | 04B |
| Application | Detection of small parts |
| MTTF | 700.42 years |
| Light source | LED, Red |
| Wavelength | 660 nm |
| Laser class | - |
| Transmitted-signal shape | Pulsed |
| Minimum object diameter | 0.3 mm |
| Power Supply | 10 ... 30 V, DC |
| Open-circuit current | 0 ... 30 mA |
| Switching hysteresis | 100 µm |
| Number of digital switching outputs | 1 Piece(s) |
| Output Type | Digital switching output |
| Switching current, max. | 100 mA |
| Switching voltage | high: ≥(UB-2V) low: ≤ 2 V |
| Switching element | Transistor, PNP |
| Switching principle | Light/dark switchable |
| Switching frequency | 5,000 Hz |
| Response time | 0.1 ms |
| Number of connections | 1 Piece(s) |
| Connection Function | Signal OUT Voltage supply |
| Type of Connection | M8 Connector, 3 -pin |
| Design | Fork |
| Mouth width | 80 mm |
| Mouth depth | 55 mm |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 10 mm x 100 mm x 80 mm |
| Housing material | Metal; Diecast zinc |
| Lens cover material | Glass |
| Housing color | Black, RAL 9005 |
| Type of fastening | Through-hole mounting |
| Number of LEDs | 1 Piece(s) |
| Ambient temperature | -25 ... 60 °C |
| Degree of protection | IP 67 |
| Net weight | 118 g |
The GS04B/P.1-80-M8.3 Leuze Red Light Source Fork Sensor is a GS Series fork sensor developed for accurate industrial object detection. The GS04B/P.1-80-M8.3 uses 660 nm red LED light, detects objects down to 0.3 mm diameter, and provides a PNP transistor switching output for automation control circuits.
The GS04B/P.1-80-M8.3 Leuze Red Light Source Fork Sensor is applied in conveyors, packaging equipment, automated assembly lines, and inspection systems. Its 80 mm fork width enables stable detection across mechanical gaps, while the 5,000 Hz switching frequency supports continuous operation in high-speed industrial processes.
The GS04B/P.1-80-M8.3 Fork Sensor from Leuze ensures consistent switching performance with sealed construction and defined hysteresis. With IP67 protection, metal housing, and controlled light/dark switching behavior, it supports long-term industrial reliability. As part of the GS Series, this model reflects Leuze standards for dependable fork photoelectric sensing.

