Sick GRL18S-P2436 Photoelectric Sensor
The GRL18S-P2436 Sick M18 6m Photoelectric Sensor provides 0.06 m ... 6 m sensing with PNP output reliability. The GRL18S-P2436 belongs to Sick sensing products and the Sick Photoelectric Sensor category for industrial automation object detection applications. This model is part of the GR series featuring dual lens technology, PinPoint LED light source, 1,000 Hz switching frequency, and IP67 enclosure protection.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photolectric Sensor |
| Product | GRL18S-P2436 |
Sick GRL18S-P2436 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Dual lens |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 18 mm x 18 mm x 38.1 mm |
| Housing design (light emission) | Cylindrical |
| Thread diameter (housing) | M18 x 1 |
| Optical axis | Axial |
| Sensing range max. | 0.03 m ... 7.2 m |
| Sensing range | 0.06 m ... 6 m |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 175 mm (7 m) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | None |
| Indication | LED green, LED yellow |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | < 5 Vpp |
| Current consumption | 30 mA |
| Switching Output | PNP |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | VS - (≤ 3 V) / approx. 0 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA 3) |
| Response time | < 500 µs 4) |
| Switching frequency | 1,000 Hz 5) |
| Connection type | Male connector M12, 4-pin |
| Protection class | III |
| Housing material | Plastic, ABS |
| Optics material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Items supplied | Fastening nuts (2 x) |
| Ambient operating temperature | –25 °C ... +55 °C 9) |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +70 °C |
The GRL18S-P2436 Sick M18 6m Photoelectric Sensor is designed for industrial automation systems requiring stable long-range object detection performance. The GRL18S-P2436 uses 0.06 m ... 6 m sensing range, PNP switching output, PinPoint LED light source, and dual lens retro-reflective sensing technology for controlled sensing operation. This photoelectric sensor belongs to the Sick GR series and is widely integrated into industrial automation applications requiring dependable sensing accuracy and stable switching performance.
The grl18s-p2436 sensor is suitable for conveyors, packaging systems, assembly stations, and automated material handling applications requiring reliable long-distance object detection. Its 1,000 Hz switching frequency and response time below 500 µs help maintain stable sensing during continuous production movement. The cylindrical M18 threaded housing with IP67 enclosure protection supports dependable operation in industrial environments exposed to dust, vibration, and varying operating conditions. The M12 4-pin connector also supports practical installation in industrial automation machinery.
The GRL18S-P2436 Sick M18 6m Photoelectric Sensor combines stable sensing capability, reliable switching performance, and durable enclosure construction for industrial automation applications. With dual lens retro-reflective technology, PNP switching output, PinPoint LED light source, and IP67-rated housing, the sensor supports accurate industrial object detection tasks. Sick manufactures the GRL18S-P2436 within the GR series for industrial automation systems requiring dependable sensing reliability and consistent operational performance.
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