Product Model

GL6L-F2212

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Last updated: 2025/4/19
sick GL6L-F2212

Selling Points

  • 1High accuracy with precise object detection.
  • 2Durable construction with ABS plastic housing.
  • 3Versatile applications in industrial settings.
  • 4Reliable performance in harsh environments.
  • 5Easy setup with adjustable sensing range.
Product Details
GL6L-F2212
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Technical Specifications

Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation

ParameterValueParameterValue
Functional principle
Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor
Sensing range_Sensing range min.
0.08 m
Sensing range_Sensing range max.
12 m
Sensing range_Maximum distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 1)
0.08 m ... 12 m
Sensing range_Recommended distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 2)
0.08 m ... 10 m
Sensing range_Reference reflector
Reflector P250F
Sensing range_Recommended sensing range for the best performance
0.08 m ... 4.2 m
Polarisation filters
Yes
Emitted beam_Light source
Laser
Emitted beam_Type of light
Visible red light
Emitted beam_Shape of light spot
Point-shaped
Emitted beam_Light spot size (distance)
Ø 3.5 mm (1,000 mm)
Emitted beam_Maximum dispersion of the emitted beam around the standardized transmission axis (squint angle)
< +/- 1.5° (at Ta = +23 °C)
Key laser figures_Normative reference
IEC 60825-1 / CDRH 21 CFR 1040.10 & 1040.11
Key laser figures_Laser class
1
Key laser figures_Wave length
680 nm
Key laser figures_Pulse duration
2 µs
Key laser figures_Maximum pulse power
≤ 11.9 mW
Key laser figures_Average service life
100,000 h at Ta= +25 °C
Smallest detectable object (MDO) typ.
3.5 mm (at 1 m distance (object with 90% remission factor (corresponds to standard white according to DIN 5033)))
Adjustment_Potentiometer
For setting the sensing range
Adjustment_Operating mode switch
For inverting the switching function (light/dark switching)
Indication_LED green
Operating indicatorStatic on: power on
Indication_LED yellow
Status of received light beamStatic on: object not presentStatic off: object present
Items supplied
Reflector P250F, Stainless steel mounting bracket (1.4301/304) BEF-W100-A
Supply voltage UB
10 V DC ... 30 V DC
Ripple
< 5 V
Usage category
DC-13 (According to EN 60947-5-2)
Current consumption
≤ 20 mA, without load. At U#!#= 24 V
Protection class
III
Digital output_Number
2 (Complementary)
Digital output_Type
PNP
Digital output_Switching mode
Light/dark switching
Digital output_Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW
Approx. UB-3 V / 0 V
Digital output_Output current Imax.
≤ 100 mA2)
Digital output_Circuit protection outputs
Reverse polarity protected
Digital output
Overcurrent protected
Digital output
Short-circuit protected
Digital output_Response time
≤ 625 µs
Digital output_Switching frequency
1,000 Hz3)
Pin/Wire assignment_Function of pin 4/black (BK)
Digital output, light switching, object present → output Q LOW
Pin/Wire assignment_Function of pin 4/black (BK) – detail
The pin 4 function of the sensor can be switched, Additional possible settings via operating mode switch
Pin/Wire assignment_Function of pin 2/white (WH)
Digital output, dark switching, object present → output Ǭ HIGH
Pin/Wire assignment_Function of pin 2/white (WH) – detail
The pin 2 function of the sensor can be switched, Additional possible settings via operating mode switch
Housing
Rectangular
Dimensions (W x H x D)
12 mm x 31.5 mm x 21 mm
Connection
Cable, 4-wire, 2 m
Connection detail_Deep-freeze property
Do not bend below 0 °C
Connection detail_Conductor size
0.14 mm²
Connection detail_Cable diameter
Ø 8 mm
Connection detail_Length of cable (L)
2 m
Material_Housing
Plastic, ABS
Material_Front screen
Plastic, PMMA
Material_Cable
Plastic, PVC
Weight
Approx. 60 g

Specifications may be subject to change without notice