Sick GTB6-N1212 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GTB6-N1212 photoelectric sensor delivers background suppression with 35–140 mm sensing range and 6 mm light spot for. This GTB6-N1212 Sick 6 mm Light Spot Photo Sensor uses a 650 nm visible red PinPoint LED, provides NPN output up to 100 mA, operates on 10–30 V DC, and features an IP67 rectangular housing with 3-wire cable connection. It is part of Sick sensing solutions, listed under Sick Photoelectric Sensors, and belongs to the G6 Series used in industrial automation systems.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GTB6-N1212 |
Sick GTB6-N1212 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Background suppression |
| Sensing range max. | 5 mm ... 250 mm |
| Sensing range | 35 mm ... 140 mm |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 6 mm (100 mm) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | Mechanical spindle, 5 turns |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | ± 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 / ≤ 3 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA 4) |
| Response time | < 625 µs 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 | Cable, 3-wire, 2 m |
| Housing material | Plastic, ABS/PC |
| Front screen material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Ambient operating temperature | –25 °C ... +55 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +70 °C |
| Weight | 60 g |
The GTB6-N1212 Sick 6 mm Light Spot Photo Sensor is a photoelectric proximity sensor designed for precise object detection. The GTB6-N1212 supports background suppression, a 35–140 mm sensing range, NPN output, and 1,000 Hz switching frequency. It operates on 10–30 V DC supply and is part of the Sick G6 series used in industrial automation environments.
The GTB6-N1212 Sick 6 mm Light Spot Photo Sensor is commonly used in conveyors, packaging machines, automated assembly lines, and material handling systems. Background suppression helps reduce false detections from reflective surfaces. Stable optical performance and defined electrical characteristics support consistent operation in industrial automation applications.
The Sick GTB6-N1212 Photoelectric Sensor provides reliable detection within compact installation spaces. Its sensing range, output current rating, and enclosure protection support dependable use in demanding conditions. As part of the Sick G6 photoelectric sensor family, the GTB6-N1212 is suitable for proximity sensing tasks across industrial automation systems.
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