Sick GLL170T-B432 Fiber Optic Sensor
The GLL170T-B432 Sick Plastic Optical Fiber Sensor supports 400 mm sensing range and 10–30 V DC industrial automation applications. The GLL170T-B432 belongs to the Sick sensing portfolio and the Sick Fiber Optic Sensor category for industrial detection systems. This rectangular sensor from the GLL series includes visible red LED light, 250 µs response time, PNP/NPN switching output, and a 4-wire 2 m cable connection for stable sensing performance.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fiber Optic Sensor |
| Model Number | GLL170T-B432 |
Sick GLL170T-B432 Fiber Optic Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Device type | Fiber-optic sensors |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 31.7 mm x 72.5 mm |
| Housing design (light emission) | Rectangular |
| Sensing range max. | 0 mm ... 400 mm, Proximity system 1) 2)0 mm ... 1,320 mm, Through-beam system 3) |
| Sensing range | 0 mm ... 350 mm, Proximity system 1) 2)0 mm ... 1,100 mm, Through-beam system 3) |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light source | LED |
| Wave length | 632 nm |
| Indication | Display |
| Supply voltage | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC 1) |
| Current consumption | 40 mA 3) |
| Switching output | PNPNPNSelectable via menu |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Response time | ≤ 250 µs, Selectable via menu ≤ 50 µs |
| Switching frequency | 2 kHz10 kHz |
| Connection type | Cable, 4-wire, 2 m |
| Housing material | Plastic, PC/POM |
| Ambient operating temperature | –25 °C ... +55 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +70 °C |
| Weight | 66 g |
The GLL170T-B432 Sick Plastic Optical Fiber Sensor is a rectangular fiber-optic sensing device designed for industrial automation detection requirements. The GLL170T-B432 supports 0 mm to 400 mm sensing range in proximity systems and 0 mm to 1,320 mm in through-beam configurations. It operates using visible red LED light with a 632 nm wavelength and supports PNP/NPN selectable outputs. The sensor belongs to the GLL series from Sick and is commonly integrated into automated machinery, material handling systems, and compact sensing installations.
The keyword gll170t-b432 is widely associated with packaging systems, conveyors, assembly equipment, and automated production lines requiring accurate object detection. The sensor provides stable switching through selectable light/dark modes and supports response times up to 50 µs for fast automation processes. Its rectangular plastic housing, display indication, and 4-wire cable connection help maintain reliable installation and operational consistency in industrial environments exposed to continuous machine cycles and changing detection conditions.
The GLL170T-B432 from Sick combines compact dimensions, reliable fiber-optic sensing, and flexible industrial output configuration for automation applications. With 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply voltage, 2 kHz to 10 kHz switching frequency, and durable PC/POM housing material, the sensor is suitable for long-term industrial operation. The GLL series is recognized within industrial automation for dependable sensing performance across conveyor handling, machine automation, and assembly systems where accurate detection and stable switching outputs are required.
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