In sourcing discussions, VL18LL-M-32-40A-118 is often placed next to Sick Diffuse Sensor, Pepperl Fuchs Ml100 8 H 350 Rt 103 115 and P&F Photoelectric Sensor so procurement teams can align budgets and technical requirements effectively.
Pepperl Fuchs VL18LL-M/32/40a/118 Fiber Optic Sensor
The Pepperl Fuchs VL18LL-M/32/40a/118 Fiber Optic Sensor offers a up to 70 mm(LMR 18-3,2-1,0-K4) sensor range, modulated visible red light light type, and M12 connector, 4-pin connection. Manufactured by Pepperl Fuchs under the P&F Fiber Optic Sensor category.

| Brand | Pepperl Fuchs |
| Product Type | Fiber Optic Sensor |
| Model number | VL18LL-M/32/40a/118 |
Pepperl Fuchs VL18LL-M/32/40a/118 Fiber Optic Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor range | up to 70 mm(LMR 18-3,2-1,0-K4) |
| Detection range | up to 300 mm(LME 18-2,3-0,5-K3) |
| Light source | LED, 650 nm visible red light |
| Light type | modulated visible red light |
| Ambient light limit | 30000 Lux |
| Operation indicator | LED green, flashes in case of short-circuit |
| Function indicator | LED yellow, lights up with receiver lit |
| Operating voltage | 10 ... 30 V DC , class 2 |
| Switching type | light/dark on, switchable |
| Signal output | 1 PNP output, short-circuit protected, reverse polarity protected, open collector |
| Switching voltage | 30 V DC |
| Switching current | max. 200 mA |
| Voltage drop | β€ 2.5 V DC |
| Switching frequency | 500 Hz |
| Response time | 1 ms |
| Repeat accuracy | - |
| Timer function | - |
| Ambient temperature | -25 ... 70 Β°C (-13 ... 158 Β°F) |
| Storage temperature | -30 ... 70 Β°C (-22 ... 158 Β°F) |
| Degree of protection | IP67 |
| Connection | M12 connector, 4-pin |
| Mass | 60 g |




