Sick GTB6-N1212S37 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick GTB6-N1212S37 photoelectric sensor delivers background suppression, 250 mm sensing range, NPN output, and 100 mA output current capability. This GTB6-N1212S37 Sick 100 mA Output Current Photoelectric Sensor uses a visible red PinPoint LED, operates on 10–30 V DC, supports 1,000 Hz switching frequency, and features an IP67 rectangular housing with 3-wire cable connection. It is part of Sick sensing solutions, listed under Sick Photoelectric Sensors, and belongs to the G6 Series used in industrial automation systems.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GTB6-N1212S37 |
Sick GTB6-N1212S37 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Background suppression |
| Sensing range max. | 5 mm ... 250 mm |
| Sensing range | 35 mm ... 140 mm |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 8 mm (350 mm) |
| Wave length | 650 nm |
| Adjustment | Mechanical spindle, 5 turns |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | ± 10 % |
| Current consumption | 30 mA 3) |
| Protection class | III |
| Digital Output type | NPN |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via light/dark selector |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | Approx. VS / ≤ 3 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA 4) |
| Response time | < 625 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, 1,900 mm |
| 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 | 60 g |
The GTB6-N1212S37 Sick 100 mA Output Current Photoelectric Sensor is a photoelectric proximity sensor designed for controlled object detection in industrial automation. The GTB6-N1212S37 operates with background suppression, a 250 mm sensing range, and stable NPN output. It supports 10–30 V DC supply and is categorized within the G6 series of photoelectric sensors from Sick.
The GTB6-N1212S37 Sick 100 mA Output Current Photoelectric Sensor is commonly used in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and material handling equipment. Its focused sensing zone enables reliable detection of objects at close distances. The IP67-rated rectangular housing ensures consistent performance in industrial automation environments with dust or moisture exposure.
The Sick GTB6-N1212S37 Photoelectric Sensor provides dependable electrical output characteristics and defined sensing behavior for automation systems. Its output current capacity and switching stability support continuous operation in production lines. As part of the Sick G6 series, the GTB6-N1212S37 is suited for background suppression photoelectric sensing tasks in industrial applications.
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