Sick GL6-P7211 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GL6-P7211 photoelectric sensor provides retro-reflective sensing with 5 m range, PNP output, and precise detection capability applications. This Sick 8mm Light Spot Photo Sensor uses visible red 650 nm PinPoint LED, operates on 10–30 V DC supply, supports 1,000 Hz switching frequency, and features an IP67 rectangular housing with M8 connector. It is part of Sick sensing solutions, listed under Sick Photoelectric Sensors, and belongs to the G6 Series used in industrial automation systems.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GL6-P7211 |
Sick GL6-P7211 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 | Potentiometer, 270° |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | ± 10 % |
| Current consumption | 30 mA 3) |
| Protection class | III |
| Digital Output type | PNP |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via light/dark selector |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | VS - (≤ 3 V) / approx. 0 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA 4) |
| Response time | < 625 µs 5) |
| 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 with connector M8, 3-pin |
| 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 | 20 g |
The GL6-P7211 Sick 8mm Light Spot Photo Sensor is a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor designed for controlled-distance object detection in industrial automation. The GL6-P7211 operates with a defined ≤ 5 m sensing range and maximum reach of ≤ 6 m, using visible red 650 nm LED technology. It provides a stable PNP digital output while operating on 10–30 V DC supply. This model is part of the G6 series used across standardized sensing applications.
The GL6-P7211 Sick 8mm Light Spot Photo Sensor is applied in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and material handling equipment. Its focused light spot supports precise object detection with reflectors in controlled industrial environments. The rectangular housing enables installation in space-limited machines, while the defined switching frequency supports reliable signal processing within PLC-driven automation systems.
The Sick GL6-P7211 Photoelectric Sensor delivers consistent sensing performance through its IP67-rated enclosure, potentiometer-based adjustment, and defined electrical characteristics. Its stable output behavior supports repeatable detection in continuous industrial operations. As part of Sick’s sensing portfolio, the GL6-P7211 is suitable for automation systems requiring dependable retro-reflective detection and long-term operational reliability.
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