Sick GRL18S-F2336 Photoelectric Sensor
Sick GRL18S-F2336 photoelectric sensor is a retro-reflective dual lens device offering 6 m sensing range, PNP output, and IP67 protection. This model operates on visible red PinPoint LED at 650 nm wavelength, uses an M18 cylindrical housing, supports 10–30 V DC supply, and switches at up to 1,000 Hz. It belongs to Sick industrial sensing solutions, listed under Sick Photoelectric Sensors and the GR Series for factory automation.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photolectric Sensor |
| Product | GRL18S-F2336 |
Sick GRL18S-F2336 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Dual lens |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 18 mm x 18 mm x 38.1 mm |
| Housing design (light emission) | Cylindrical |
| Thread diameter (housing) | M18 x 1 |
| Optical axis | Axial |
| Sensing range max. | 0.03 m ... 7.2 m |
| Sensing range | 0.06 m ... 6 m |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 175 mm (7 m) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | None |
| Indication | LED green, LED yellow |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | < 5 Vpp |
| Current consumption | 30 mA |
| Switching Output | PNP |
| Switching mode | Dark switching |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | VS - (≤ 3 V) / approx. 0 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA 3) |
| Response time | < 500 µs 4) |
| Switching frequency | 1,000 Hz 5) |
| Connection type | Connector M12, 3-pin |
| Protection class | III |
| Housing material | Plastic, ABS |
| Optics material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Items supplied | Fastening nuts (2 x) |
| Ambient operating temperature | –25 °C ... +55 °C 9) |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +70 °C |
The GRL18S-F2336 Sick Dual Lens Photoelectric Sensor is a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor designed for stable object detection in industrial automation systems. The GRL18S-F2336 integrates a dual-lens optical principle with visible red PinPoint LED technology, enabling 0.06–6 m sensing range and consistent signal behavior. It operates with a PNP dark-switching output, supports 10–30 V DC supply, and is enclosed in an IP67-rated M18 housing. This sensor is part of the GR Series and is used across standard automation environments.
In industrial applications, the GRL18S-F2336 Sick Dual Lens Photoelectric Sensor is commonly deployed on conveyors, packaging machines, material handling systems, and automated assembly lines. Its retro-reflective dual-lens design ensures reliable detection of products regardless of surface variation. The fast <500 µs response time and 1,000 Hz switching frequency support high-speed operations, while the ABS housing and M12 connector provide durability in demanding factory conditions.
The GRL18S-F2336 from :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} delivers consistent detection performance with defined optical characteristics and electrical stability. With dual-lens retro-reflective sensing, controlled light emission, and IP67 enclosure protection, this photoelectric sensor is suitable for continuous industrial use. Its integration within the GR Series reinforces compatibility with standard automation architectures, making the GRL18S-F2336 a dependable choice for engineers specifying photoelectric sensing solutions.
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