Sick GRTE18S-N1362 Photoelectric Sensor
Sick GRTE18S-N1362 photoelectric sensor delivers energetic axial detection with 800 mm range, NPN output, and IP67 housing industrial automation. This Sick Axial Energetic Photo Sensor uses visible red LED light at 650 nm wavelength, features a Ø 45 mm light spot, and supports 10–30 V DC supply with light switching via potentiometer. 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 | GRTE18S-N1362 |
Sick GRTE18S-N1362 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 ... 1,000 mm |
| Sensing range | 10 mm ... 800 mm |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light source | LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 45 mm (800 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 | NPN |
| Switching mode | Light switching |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | - |
| 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 | –40 °C ... +70 °C |
The GRTE18S-N1362 Sick Axial Energetic Photo Sensor is a photoelectric proximity sensor designed for medium-range object detection. The GRTE18S-N1362 Sick Axial Energetic Photo Sensor supports a 10–800 mm sensing range, stable NPN switching output, and a defined Ø 45 mm light spot for consistent detection. It belongs to the GR Series and is used in industrial automation environments.
This sensor is applied in conveyors, packaging lines, assembly stations, and automated material handling systems. Energetic sensing enables direct object detection without reflectors, supporting varied surface finishes. With a 500 Hz switching frequency and <1,000 µs response time, the sensor maintains reliable output in continuous automation processes.
The GRTE18S-N1362 from Sick is built for dependable industrial operation. Its IP67 enclosure rating, compact M18 metal housing, and supplied fastening nuts support secure installation. As part of the GR Series, the GRTE18S-N1362 aligns with Sick engineering standards and remains suitable for long-term industrial automation use.
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