Sick GRTB18S-P2417 Photoelectric Sensor
Sick GRTB18S-P2417 photoelectric sensor provides background suppression with 150 mm range, PNP output, and IP67 housing for industrial automation. This Sick Fastening nuts Photoelectric Sensor uses visible red PinPoint LED at 650 nm wavelength, supports 10–30 V DC supply, and switches at 1,000 Hz. It belongs to Sick sensing solutions, listed under Sick Photoelectric Sensors and the GR Series for industrial automation.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photolectric Sensor |
| Product | GRTB18S-P2417 |
Sick GRTB18S-P2417 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Background suppression |
| 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. | 3 mm ... 300 mm |
| Sensing range | 20 mm ... 150 mm |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 7 mm (100 mm) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | Potentiometer, 270° |
| 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 | Light/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 | Male connector M12, 4-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 GRTB18S-P2417 Sick Fastening nuts Photoelectric Sensor is a background suppression proximity sensor designed for precise short-range detection. The GRTB18S-P2417 Sick Fastening nuts Photoelectric Sensor supports a 20–150 mm sensing range, stable PNP switching output, and controlled 30 mA current consumption. As part of the GR Series, it is engineered for consistent performance in compact M18 cylindrical sensor installations used in industrial automation.
In industrial environments, the GRTB18S-P2417 is commonly applied on conveyors, packaging equipment, automated assembly lines, and material handling systems. Background suppression enables accurate object detection while ignoring reflective backgrounds. The <500 µs response time and 1,000 Hz switching frequency support reliable sensing in fast-moving processes, while the M12 connector allows straightforward electrical integration.
The GRTB18S-P2417 from Sick is built for dependable operation in demanding industrial conditions. Its IP67-rated enclosure, plastic ABS housing, and supplied fastening nuts ensure secure mounting and long-term stability. As a GR Series photoelectric sensor, the GRTB18S-P2417 aligns with Sick industrial sensing standards and delivers reliable proximity detection across automation applications.
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