Leuze GS04B/P.1-60-M8.3 Fork Sensor
The Leuze GS04B/P.1-60-M8.3 fork sensor detects 0.3 mm objects using red LED light across 60 mm mouth width opening. This Leuze Fork Sensor operates on 10–30 V DC, provides a PNP transistor digital output, and supports a 5,000 Hz switching frequency through an M8 3-pin connector. It belongs to the GS Series and features 100 µm switching hysteresis, 0.1 ms response time, and IP67 protection for industrial automation.
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product Type | Fork Sensors |
| Product | GS04B/P.1-60-M8.3 |
Leuze GS04B/P.1-60-M8.3 Fork Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | 04B |
| Application | Detection of small parts |
| MTTF | 700.42 years |
| Light source | LED, Red |
| Wavelength | 660 nm |
| Laser class | - |
| Transmitted-signal shape | Pulsed |
| Minimum object diameter | 0.3 mm |
| Power Supply | 10 ... 30 V, DC |
| Open-circuit current | 0 ... 30 mA |
| Switching hysteresis | 100 µm |
| Number of digital switching outputs | 1 Piece(s) |
| Output Type | Digital switching output |
| Switching current, max. | 100 mA |
| Switching voltage | high: ≥(UB-2V) low: ≤ 2 V |
| Switching element | Transistor, PNP |
| Switching principle | Light/dark switchable |
| Switching frequency | 5,000 Hz |
| Response time | 0.1 ms |
| Number of connections | 1 Piece(s) |
| Connection Function | Signal OUT Voltage supply |
| Type of Connection | M8 Connector, 3 -pin |
| Design | Fork |
| Mouth width | 60 mm |
| Mouth depth | 55 mm |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 10 mm x 80 mm x 80 mm |
| Housing material | Metal; Aluminum |
| Lens cover material | Glass |
| Housing color | Black, RAL 9005 |
| Type of fastening | Through-hole mounting |
| Number of LEDs | 1 Piece(s) |
| Ambient temperature | -25 ... 60 °C |
| Degree of protection | IP 67 |
| Net weight | 58 g |
The GS04B/P.1-60-M8.3 Leuze 60mm Mouth Width Fork Sensor is a GS Series photoelectric fork sensor designed for industrial automation applications. The GS04B/P.1-60-M8.3 operates with 660 nm red LED light, detects parts as small as 0.3 mm diameter, and delivers a PNP transistor switching output for standard control systems.
The GS04B/P.1-60-M8.3 Leuze 60mm Mouth Width Fork Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and inspection stations. Its 60 mm fork width allows stable object detection across fixed mechanical gaps, while the 5,000 Hz switching frequency supports reliable sensing in continuous industrial motion.
The GS04B/P.1-60-M8.3 Fork Sensor from Leuze ensures consistent detection through sealed construction and defined switching behavior. With IP67 environmental protection, metal housing, and controlled hysteresis, it supports long-term operation in industrial environments. As part of the GS Series, this model reflects Leuze standards for dependable fork photoelectric sensing.

