Sick GTE6-P1211 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GTE6-P1211 photoelectric sensor provides energetic detection up to 250 mm with visible red PinPoint LED output reliability. This GTE6-P1211 Sick 250 mm Energetic Photoelectric Sensor features a 250 mm sensing range, PNP output up to 100 mA, 500 Hz switching frequency, and operates on 10–30 V DC with IP67 protection. It is manufactured by Sick, listed under Sick Photoelectric Sensors, and belongs to the G6 Series used in industrial automation.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GTE6-P1211 |
Sick GTE6-P1211 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Energetic |
| Sensing range max. | ≤ 300 mm |
| Sensing range | ≤ 250 mm |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 7 mm (90 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 | PNP |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via light/dark selector |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | VS - (≤ 3 V) / approx. 0 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA 4) |
| Response time | < 1,250 ms 5) |
| Switching frequency | 500 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 GTE6-P1211 Sick 250 mm Energetic Photoelectric Sensor is a compact photoelectric proximity sensor designed for controlled short-range detection. The GTE6-P1211 supports energetic sensing, a maximum 250 mm range, PNP output, and a 500 Hz switching frequency. It operates on a 10–30 V DC supply and is part of the Sick G6 photoelectric sensor series used in industrial automation systems.
The GTE6-P1211 Sick 250 mm Energetic Photoelectric Sensor is applied in conveyors, packaging equipment, automated assembly lines, and material positioning systems. Energetic sensing enables direct object detection without reflectors. Stable optical performance and defined electrical behavior support consistent detection in automation environments with controlled sensing distances.
The Sick GTE6-P1211 Photoelectric Sensor delivers reliable operation through defined sensing range, output current capacity, and enclosure protection. Its compact rectangular housing and electrical characteristics support integration into industrial machines. As part of the Sick G6 family, the GTE6-P1211 is suitable for photoelectric sensing tasks across industrial automation applications.

