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Sick GL6G-P4211 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GL6G-P4211 Photoelectric Sensor delivers dual-lens retro-reflective detection with a 5 m sensing range for reliable industrial operation. It uses a PinPoint LED visible red beam, offers a PNP switching output with 1,000 Hz frequency, and includes IP67 enclosure protection for stable field use. This model belongs to the Sick sensing portfolio, fits within the Sick Photoelectric Sensor category, and is part of the G6 Series featuring a compact ABS/PC housing.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GL6G-P4211 |
Sick GL6G-P4211 Photoelectric Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Dual lens |
| Sensing range max. | β€ 6 m |
| Sensing range | β€ 5 m |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Γ 8 mm (350 mm) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | Potentiometer, 270Β° |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | Β± 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 - (β€ 3 V) / approx. 0 V |
| Output current Imax. | β€ 100 mA 4) |
| Response time | < 625 Β΅s 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 | Male connector M8, 4-pin |
| Housing material | Plastic, ABS/PC |
| Front screen material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Ambient operating temperature | β25 Β°C ... +55 Β°C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | β40 Β°C ... +70 Β°C |
| Weight | 20 g |
The Sick GL6G-P4211 Photoelectric Sensor combines a 5 m sensing range, a dual-lens optical system, a PinPoint LED, and a PNP switching output for consistent object detection. The GL6G-P4211 is part of the Sick G6 Series and supports industrial automation tasks where accurate retro-reflective sensing is required. With 1,000 Hz switching frequency, IP67 protection, and a compact ABS/PC housing, it provides reliable operation across varied lighting and surface conditions.
The Sick GL6G-P4211 Photoelectric Sensor is suited for conveyors, automated packaging lines, sorting stations, pick-and-place systems, and machine-level assembly tasks. Its stable beam geometry and background tolerance enable dependable detection of reflective, matte, and curved surfaces. Fast response time supports high-speed machinery, while the M8 connector and rectangular housing simplify integration into constrained automation layouts.
The Sick GL6G-P4211 Photoelectric Sensor offers dependable retro-reflective sensing with a robust optical design, defined spot geometry, and consistent electrical behavior. With proven Sick build quality, IP67 enclosure protection, and repeatable output characteristics, the GL6G-P4211 supports accurate detection in industrial environments requiring sustained reliability. Its technical attributes make it a dependable component for continuous use in automated production and material-handling systems.
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