SICK GL6-N1212 Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor

Selling Points

1High Precision Detection: Detects objects with high accuracy using a PinPoint LED light source.
2Long Sensing Range: Operates effectively up to 5 meters with a maximum range of 6 meters.
3Durable Design: Features an IP67 enclosure rating for protection against dust and water.
4Easy Adjustment: Adjusts sensitivity via a 270° potentiometer for precise settings.
5Reliable Performance: Ensures reliable operation with a current consumption of ≤30 mA and response time ≤625 µs.

Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation

Parameter	Value	Parameter	Value
Functional principle	Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor	Functional principle detail	With minimum distance to reflector (dual lens system)
Sensing range max.	0.03 m ... 6 m	Sensing range	0.07 m ... 5 m
Polarisation filters	Yes	Emitted beam_Light source	PinPoint LED2)
Emitted beam_Type of light	Visible red light	Emitted beam_Light spot size (distance)	Ø 8 mm (350 mm)
Key LED figures_Wave length	650 nm	Adjustment	Potentiometer, 270°
Items supplied	Stainless steel mounting bracket (1.4301/304) BEF-W100-A, Reflector P250	Supply voltage UB	10 V DC ... 30 V DC
Ripple	± 10 %	Current consumption	30 mA
Protection class	III	Digital output_Type	NPN
Digital output_Switching mode	Light/dark switching	Digital output_Switching mode selector	Selectable via light/dark selector
Digital output_Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW	Approx. VS/ ≤ 3 V	Digital output_Output current Imax.	≤ 100 mA4)
Digital output_Response time	< 625 µs5)	Digital output_Switching frequency	1,000 Hz6)
Circuit protection	A7)#!#B8)#!#D9)	Housing	Rectangular
Dimensions (W x H x D)	12 mm x 31.5 mm x 21 mm	Connection	Cable, 3-wire, 2 m
Connection detail_Length of cable (L)	2 m1)	Material_Housing	Plastic, ABS/PC
Material_Front screen	Plastic, PMMA	Material_Cable	Plastic, PVC
Weight	60 g

Specifications may be subject to change without notice