Leuze GS08B/1.1-50-M8.3 Fork Sensor
The Leuze GS08B/1.1-50-M8.3 fork sensor detects 0.3 mm parts using red LED light across 50 mm opening reliably industrially. This Leuze Fork Sensor operates on 10–30 V DC and provides a push-pull transistor output up to 100 mA with IO-Link light and dark switching via an M8 3-pin connector. It belongs to the GS Series and supports 5,000 Hz switching frequency, a 0.1 ms response time, and IP67 protection.
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product Type | Fork Sensors |
| Product | GS08B/1.1-50-M8.3 |
Leuze GS08B/1.1-50-M8.3 Fork Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | 08B |
| Application | Detection of small parts |
| MTTF | 700.42 years |
| Light source | LED, Red |
| Wavelength | 660 nm |
| Laser class | 1, IEC/EN 60825-1:2007 |
| 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, Push-pull |
| Switching principle | IO-Link / light switching (NPN) / dark switching (PNP) |
| 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 | 50 mm |
| Mouth depth | 55 mm |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 10 mm x 70 mm x 80 mm |
| Housing material | Stainless steel; V4A |
| Lens cover material | Glass |
| Housing color | Silver |
| Type of fastening | Through-hole mounting |
| Number of LEDs | 1 Piece(s) |
| Ambient temperature | -25 ... 60 °C |
| Degree of protection | IP 67 |
| Net weight | 112 g |
The GS08B/1.1-50-M8.3 Leuze Silver Color Fork Photoelectric Sensor is a GS Series fork sensor designed for industrial automation use. The GS08B/1.1-50-M8.3 Leuze Silver Color Fork Photoelectric Sensor uses red LED light at 660 nm, detects objects as small as 0.3 mm, and delivers a push-pull digital switching output with IO-Link functionality.
The GS08B/1.1-50-M8.3 Leuze Silver Color Fork Photoelectric Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging equipment, automated assembly lines, and part detection systems. Its 50 mm fork width supports stable sensing of small components passing through defined mechanical gaps, enabling consistent signal output in continuous automation processes.
The GS08B/1.1-50-M8.3 Fork Sensor from Leuze offers dependable operation through IP67 protection, stainless steel housing, and controlled switching behavior. As part of the GS Series, this model aligns with Leuze standards for fork-type photoelectric sensors used in demanding industrial environments.

