Sick GSE6-P1212 Photoelectric Sensor
Sick GSE6-P1212 photoelectric sensor offers through-beam sensing with up to 10 m operating range and 15 m maximum distance capability. The GSE6-P1212, a Sick PNP Photoelectric Retro-reflective Sensor, uses PinPoint LED light source, 650 nm wavelength, PNP digital output, and IP67 protection rating. It includes potentiometer adjustment, response time under 500 µs, 1000 Hz switching frequency, 3-wire cable connection, and rectangular housing, and belongs to Sick under Sick Photoelectric Sensors and the G6 series for industrial automation.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GSE6-P1212 |
Sick GSE6-P1212 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Through-beam photoelectric sensor |
| Functional principle detail | - |
| Sensing range max. | 0 m ... 15 m |
| Sensing range | 0 m ... 10 m |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 375 mm (12 m) |
| 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 | < 500 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, 3-wire, 2 m |
| 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 | 170 g |
The GSE6-P1212 Sick PNP Photoelectric Retro-reflective Sensor is defined as a through-beam sensing device used for long-distance detection tasks in industrial automation. This model operates with through-beam principle, 10 m sensing range, and 15 m maximum distance, supported by a PinPoint LED light source. The GSE6-P1212 belongs to the G6 series from Sick, ensuring structured sensing performance and stable detection in extended industrial applications.
In practical applications, the GSE6-P1212 is used in conveyors, packaging lines, assembly systems, and material handling operations. Its through-beam sensing enables accurate detection over longer distances, reducing errors in object presence detection. The PNP output ensures stable signal transmission, while the rectangular housing allows easy mounting in compact machine designs, supporting consistent industrial automation processes.
The Sick GSE6-P1212 Photoelectric Sensor maintains stable sensing performance with defined optical alignment and reliable switching output. With IP67 protection, fast response time, and structured G6 series design, the GSE6-P1212 supports continuous industrial operation. As part of the Sick sensing ecosystem, this sensor ensures dependable object detection and stable integration into automation systems.

