Sick GTE6-P4212 Photoelectric Sensor
Sick GTE6-P4212 photoelectric sensor provides 250 mm sensing range, PNP output, 500 Hz switching frequency, and PinPoint LED light source. The GTE6-P4212, a Sick Energetic PNP Photoelectric Sensor, includes Ø 7 mm light spot, 650 nm wavelength, and IP67 enclosure rating. It features energetic sensing principle, mechanical spindle adjustment, light/dark switching mode, and operates on 10–30 V DC supply within Sick, Sick Photoelectric Sensors, and the G6 series.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Model Number | GTE6-P4212 |
Sick GTE6-P4212 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Energetic |
| Sensing range max. | ≤ 300 mm |
| Sensing range | ≤ 250 mm |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 7 mm (90 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 | 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 | < 1,250 ms 5) |
| Switching frequency | 500 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 | –25 °C ... +55 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +70 °C |
| Weight | 20 g |
The GTE6-P4212 Sick Energetic PNP Photoelectric Sensor is a proximity sensor designed for short-range detection in industrial automation. It offers 250 mm sensing range, operates with PNP output, and uses a PinPoint LED light source with 500 Hz switching frequency. As part of the G6 series, the GTE6-P4212 is used in industrial systems requiring controlled and stable detection performance.
The GTE6-P4212 is used in conveyors, packaging machines, and assembly lines for detecting object presence and position. Its energetic sensing principle enables detection without a reflector, making it suitable for compact machine designs. The rectangular housing and M8 connector support easy integration into control panels and automation setups.
The Sick GTE6-P4212 Photoelectric Sensor is defined by stable sensing behavior and consistent switching output. The GTE6-P4212 within the G6 series supports continuous operation in industrial environments. As part of the Sick sensor range, it is suitable for applications requiring reliable detection, stable output signals, and durable enclosure protection.
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