Leuze HRTR 318M/66-120 Photoelectric Sensor
HRTR 318M/66-120 is a Photoelectric Sensor with 0.001–0.12 m sensing distance, 18 mm x 50 mm dimension, push-pull output. The Leuze HRTR 318M/66-120 is a Leuze 18 mm x 50 mm Dimension diffuse sensor within the Leuze Photoelectric Sensor category and HT series, operating on the diffuse reflection principle with background suppression, 10–30 V DC supply, focused red LED (625 nm), 1,000 Hz switching frequency, 0.5 ms response time, stainless steel housing, 2,000 mm PVC cable, and IP67 protection.
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Product | HRTR 318M/66-120 |
Leuze HRTR 318M/66-120 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Design | Cubic |
| Operating principle | Diffuse reflection principle with background suppression |
| Special version | - |
| Sensing Distance | 0.001 ... 0.12 m |
| Beam path | Focused |
| Light source | LED, Red |
| Wavelength | 625 nm |
| Type of light spot geometry | Rectangular |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 ... 30 V, DC |
| Switching Output 1 | Transistor, Push-pull |
| Switching principle | Light switching (PNP)/dark switching (NPN) |
| Switching Output 2 | Transistor, Push-pull |
| Switching principle | Dark switching (PNP)/light switching (NPN) |
| Switching frequency | 1,000 Hz |
| Response time | 0.5 ms |
| Function | Signal OUT Voltage supply |
| Type of connection | Cable |
| Cable length | 2,000 mm |
| Sheathing material | PVC |
| Cable color | Black |
| Number of conductors | 4 -wire |
| Wire cross section | 0.2 mm² |
| Dimension (W x H x L) | 18 mm x 50 mm |
| Housing material | Stainless steel |
| Lens cover material | Plastic |
| Housing color | Black Silver |
| Type of display | LED |
| Ambient temperature, operation | -25 ... 65 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | -40 ... 70 °C |
| Degree of protection | IP 67 |
The HRTR 318M/66-120 is defined as Leuze 18 mm x 50 mm Dimension diffuse sensor within the HT series of Photoelectric Sensors. The HRTR 318M/66-120 operates with 0.001–0.12 m sensing distance, 10–30 V DC supply, 1,000 Hz switching frequency, and IP67 protection. It uses push-pull transistor outputs with light/dark switching logic for industrial automation systems.
In precision conveyor sections, packaging units, and assembly stations, the HRTR 318M/66-120 enables short-range detection using a focused beam and background suppression. The compact 18 mm x 50 mm design supports installation in limited mounting spaces. Stainless steel housing and defined switching frequency provide stable performance in industrial environments.
The Leuze HRTR 318M/66-120 Photoelectric Sensor combines compact mechanical design with controlled switching behavior. The HRTR 318M/66-120 operates across -25 to 65 °C with 0.5 ms response time. As part of the Leuze HT series, it supports reliable sensing tasks in industrial automation applications.

