Sick GRTE18S-P1342 Photoelectric Sensor
The GRTE18S-P1342 Sick 9 mm Light Spot Photoelectric Sensor provides 10 mm ... 400 mm sensing with PNP output reliability. The GRTE18S-P1342 belongs to Sick sensing products and the Sick Photoelectric Sensor category for industrial automation object detection applications. This model is part of the GR series featuring energetic sensing principle, PinPoint LED light source, 500 Hz switching frequency, and IP67 enclosure protection.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photolectric Sensor |
| Product | GRTE18S-P1342 |
Sick GRTE18S-P1342 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Energetic |
| 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. | 5 mm ... 550 mm |
| Sensing range | 10 mm ... 400 mm |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 9 mm (400 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 switching |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | VS - (≤ 3 V) / approx. 0 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA 3) |
| Response time | < 1,000 µs 4) |
| Switching frequency | 500 Hz 5) |
| Connection type | Cable, 3-wire, 2 m 6) |
| Protection class | III |
| Housing material | Metal, Nickel-plated brass and ABS |
| Optics material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Items supplied | Fastening nuts (2 x) |
| Ambient operating temperature | –25 °C ... +55 °C 10) |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –30 °C ... +75 °C |
The GRTE18S-P1342 Sick 9 mm Light Spot Photoelectric Sensor is designed for industrial automation systems requiring stable object detection performance. The GRTE18S-P1342 uses 10 mm ... 400 mm sensing range, PNP switching output, PinPoint LED light source, and energetic sensing principle technology for controlled sensing operation. This photoelectric sensor belongs to the Sick GR series and is widely integrated into industrial automation applications requiring dependable sensing accuracy and stable switching performance.
The grte18s-p1342 sensor is suitable for conveyors, packaging systems, assembly stations, and automated material handling equipment requiring reliable detection capability. Its 500 Hz switching frequency and response time below 1,000 µs help maintain stable sensing during continuous industrial movement. The cylindrical M18 threaded housing with IP67 enclosure protection supports dependable operation in industrial environments exposed to dust, vibration, and changing operating conditions. The integrated 3-wire 2 m cable also supports practical installation in automation machinery.
The GRTE18S-P1342 Sick 9 mm Light Spot Photoelectric Sensor combines stable sensing capability, durable housing construction, and dependable switching performance for industrial automation applications. With energetic sensing technology, PNP switching output, PinPoint LED light source, and IP67-rated enclosure protection, the sensor supports accurate industrial object detection tasks. Sick manufactures the GRTE18S-P1342 within the GR series for industrial automation systems requiring reliable sensing operation and consistent detection stability.

