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Sick GL6G-P4212 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GL6G-P4212 Photoelectric Sensor delivers dual-lens retro-reflective detection with a β€ 6 m sensing range for industrial automation tasks. This model features a PinPoint LED visible red light source, a PNP switching output, and a 1,000 Hz switching frequency for consistent operation. It is part of the Sick sensor portfolio, belongs to the Sick Photoelectric Sensor category, and fits into the G6 Series, offering IP67 protection, M8 connector, and compact rectangular housing.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GL6G-P4212 |
Sick GL6G-P4212 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-P4212 Photoelectric Sensor is a compact sensing device based on a dual-lens retro-reflective principle, supporting a β€ 6 m range with a PinPoint LED red light source. The GL6G-P4212 integrates a PNP output, 1,000 Hz switching frequency, and IP67 enclosure suitable for repetitive and demanding automation environments. As part of the Sick G6 Series, it provides dependable detection for machinery requiring precise and stable optical feedback.
The Sick GL6G-P4212 Photoelectric Sensor is used across conveyors, packaging processes, automated assembly systems, and small-part detection setups. Its dual-lens design enhances reflection reliability, while the compact rectangular housing supports installation in tight machinery spaces. The rapid response time and M8 connector ensure accurate switching feedback for high-speed industrial applications where consistent detection is essential.
The Sick GL6G-P4212 Photoelectric Sensor combines stable retro-reflective performance, reliable PNP switching, and durable IP67 construction for continuous industrial operation. With its defined light spot, consistent switching behavior, and robust assembly, the GL6G-P4212 supports engineers who require dependable object presence verification and machine feedback. This model reinforces the Sick brandβs reputation for precise, long-lasting sensing components used across automation environments.
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