Sick GL6-N1112 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GL6-N1112 retro-reflective photoelectric sensor provides reliable detection up to 5 m using visible red PinPoint LED light. This Sick photoelectric sensor from the G6 series functions as a Sick NPN Photoelectric Retro-reflective Sensor with dual lens optics, NPN digital output, and 1,000 Hz switching frequency. It supports 10–30 V DC supply, light/dark switching selection, and IP67-rated rectangular housing for industrial automation use.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GL6-N1112 |
Sick GL6-N1112 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Dual lens |
| Sensing range max. | ≤ 6 m |
| Sensing range | ≤ 5 m |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 8 mm (350 mm) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | None |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | ± 10 % |
| Current consumption | 30 mA 3) |
| Protection class | III |
| Digital Output type | NPN |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via light/dark selector |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | Approx. VS / ≤ 3 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA 4) |
| Response time | ≤ 625 µs |
| Switching frequency | 1,000 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 GL6-N1112 Sick NPN Photoelectric Retro-reflective Sensor is designed for consistent object detection in industrial automation environments. This Sick photoelectric sensor provides up to 5 m sensing range, retro-reflective operating principle, NPN output, and visible red PinPoint LED light. The GL6-N1112 belongs to the Sick G6 series and is applied where stable optical sensing and defined switching behavior are required.
The GL6-N1112 Sick NPN Photoelectric Retro-reflective Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and material handling systems. Retro-reflective sensing with dual lens optics supports reliable detection of objects with varying surface characteristics. Fast response time and high switching frequency help maintain accurate detection in continuous and high-speed industrial processes.
The Sick GL6-N1112 photoelectric sensor delivers predictable sensing performance with controlled electrical characteristics for industrial reliability. Its IP67 enclosure, compact rectangular housing, and stable output behavior support long-term operation in demanding conditions. As part of the Sick G6 photoelectric sensor range, the GL6-N1112 is suitable for applications requiring dependable NPN retro-reflective detection.
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