Sick GSE2F-E5151 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GSE2F-E5151 through-beam photoelectric sensor delivers 500 mm sensing range, NPN output, and PinPoint LED operation for industrial automation. This GSE2F-E5151 Sick 500 mm Through-beam Sensor from Sick belongs to Sick Photoelectric Sensors and the GTB series, operating on 10–30 V DC with <0.625 ms response time, 800 Hz switching frequency, rectangular VISTAL® housing, M8 connector cable, and IP67 enclosure rating.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Product | GSE2F-E5151 |
Sick GSE2F-E5151 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Through-beam photoelectric sensor |
| Functional principle detail | - |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 27 mm x 3.5 mm |
| Housing design (light emission) | Rectangular |
| Sensing range max. | 0 mm ... 700 mm |
| Sensing range | 0 m ... 500 mm |
| Type of Light | Visible red light |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 70 mm (500 mm) |
| Wave length | 660 nm |
| Adjustment | None |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | < 5 Vpp |
| Current consumption | 20 mA |
| Switching output | NPN |
| Switching mode | Dark switching |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 50 mA |
| Response time | < 0.625 ms |
| Switching frequency | 800 Hz 4) |
| Connection type | Cable with connector M8, 3-pin, 200 mm 5) |
| Cable material | PVC |
| Cable diameter | Ø 2.3 mm |
| Housing material | Plastic, VISTAL® |
| Optics material | Plastic, MABS |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Ambient operating temperature | –25 °C ... +50 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +70 °C |
| Weight | 23 g |
The GSE2F-E5151 Sick 500 mm Through-beam Sensor is a compact through-beam photoelectric sensor designed for precise object detection in industrial automation systems. The GSE2F-E5151 Sick 500 mm Through-beam Sensor supports a 0–500 mm sensing range, NPN switching output, visible red PinPoint LED, and 800 Hz switching frequency. It is part of the GTB series and engineered for stable optical performance.
This photoelectric sensor is commonly used in conveyors, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and material handling systems. The defined Ø 70 mm light spot ensures consistent detection across moderate distances, while the <0.625 ms response time supports fast-moving processes. IP67 protection enables reliable operation in dust-prone and washdown environments.
The Sick GSE2F-E5151 photoelectric sensor provides dependable sensing with consistent electrical characteristics. With 10–30 V DC supply, NPN output, and robust VISTAL® housing, it integrates easily into standard industrial control architectures. Backed by Sick sensor engineering and the GTB series platform, GSE2F-E5151 is suitable for long-term industrial automation applications.

