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Sick GL6-P4112 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GL6-P4112 Photoelectric Sensor offers a dual-lens retro-reflective design with a 5 m sensing range for stable detection. It operates using a PinPoint LED visible red light source, supports PNP switching, and delivers a 1,000 Hz switching frequency with an IP67-rated rectangular housing. This model belongs to the Sick portfolio, aligns with the Sick Photoelectric Sensor category, and is part of the G6 Series, featuring compact dimensions and a durable ABS/PC enclosure.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GL6-P4112 |
Sick GL6-P4112 Photoelectric Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Dual lens |
| Sensing range max. | β€ 6 m |
| Sensing range | β€ 5 m |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Γ 8 mm (350 mm) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | None |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | Β± 10 % |
| Current consumption | 30 mA 3) |
| Protection class | III |
| Digital Output type | PNP |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via light/dark selector |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | VS - (β€ 3 V) / approx. 0 V |
| Output current Imax. | β€ 100 mA 4) |
| Response time | < 625 Β΅s 5) |
| Switching frequency | 1,000 Hz 6) |
| Housing | Rectangular |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 12 mm x 31.5 mm x 21 mm |
| Connection | Male connector M8, 4-pin |
| Housing material | Plastic, ABS/PC |
| Front screen material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Ambient operating temperature | β25 Β°C ... +55 Β°C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | β40 Β°C ... +70 Β°C |
| Weight | 20 g |
The Sick GL6-P4112 Photoelectric Sensor provides reliable retro-reflective object detection using a dual-lens optical system, a 5 m sensing range, and a PinPoint LED red light source. The GL6-P4112 includes PNP switching, a 1,000 Hz switching frequency, and IP67 protection suitable for industrial automation environments. As part of the Sick G6 Series, it maintains stable detection performance in compact spaces requiring accurate photoelectric feedback.
The Sick GL6-P4112 Photoelectric Sensor is used in conveyors, automated packaging, assembly operations, and part verification setups. Its dual-lens design ensures consistent retro-reflective detection, while quick response times support high-speed machine cycles. The compact housing and M8 connector simplify installation, and stable optical output helps maintain reliable object presence sensing in environments with reflective backgrounds or variable alignment.
The Sick GL6-P4112 Photoelectric Sensor combines dependable dual-lens detection, defined light performance, and IP67 enclosure durability for continuous industrial use. Its consistent switching characteristics, clear optical beam, and rugged structure make it suitable for automation systems requiring accurate and repeatable sensing feedback. The GL6-P4112 reinforces the Sick brandβs position as a trusted manufacturer of precise and reliable photoelectric sensing solutions used across demanding industrial applications.
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