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Sick GTE6-N3231 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GTE6-N3231 Photoelectric Sensor provides energetic proximity detection with a 760 mm sensing range using visible red light. It incorporates a 650 nm PinPoint LED, offers NPN switching output, supports selectable light/dark switching, and delivers a fast 500 Β΅s response time at 500 Hz. This model forms part of the Sick sensor portfolio, aligns with the Sick Photoelectric Sensors category, and belongs to the G6 Series featuring IP67 protection and ABS/PC housing.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GTE6-N3231 |
Sick GTE6-N3231 Photoelectric Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Energetic |
| Sensing range max. | β€ 900 mm |
| Sensing range | β€ 760 mm |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Γ 5 mm (150 mm) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | Mechanical spindle, 5 turns |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | Β± 10 % |
| Current consumption | 30 mA 3) |
| Protection class | III |
| Digital Output type | NPN |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via light/dark selector |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | Approx. VS / β€ 3 V |
| Output current Imax. | β€ 100 mA 4) |
| Response time | < 500 Β΅s 5) |
| Switching frequency | 500 Hz 6) |
| Housing | Rectangular |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 12 mm x 31.5 mm x 21 mm |
| Connection | Connector M8, 3-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 GTE6-N3231 Photoelectric Sensor delivers energetic photoelectric proximity sensing with a 760 mm range, 650 nm visible red LED, NPN output, and a 500 Β΅s response time. As part of the Sick G6 Series, the GTE6-N3231 integrates a compact rectangular housing, IP67 rating, and mechanical spindle adjustment, making it suitable for stable detection tasks in industrial automation environments.
The Sick GTE6-N3231 Photoelectric Sensor supports reliable sensing in conveyors, packaging equipment, assembly machines, and component positioning systems. Its energetic detection principle offers consistent performance across varying surface conditions, while the selectable light/dark switching and compact dimensions simplify integration into tight automation layouts. The fast switching behaviour enables dependable operation in medium- to high-speed industrial processes.
The Sick GTE6-N3231 Photoelectric Sensor provides stable optical performance, durable IP67 enclosure protection, and dependable switching characteristics for industrial environments. With strong brand reliability and consistent detection accuracy, the GTE6-N3231 is well-suited for automation systems requiring precise short-range proximity sensing, robust environmental resistance, and long-term operational consistency.
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