SICK GL6-P4212 1062110 G6 Retro-reflective Photoelectric Sensor PNP 6m M8

SICK GL6‑P4212 is a miniature retro‑reflective photoelectric sensor from the G6 series. PinPoint LED with visible red light (650 nm) generates a bright, precisely defined light spot for easy alignment. Integrated polarising filter detects glossy, transparent, and brightly coloured objects reliably. Sensing range up to 6 m (with PL80A reflector). PNP output with selectable light/dark switching. M8 4‑pin male connector, IP67 plastic housing. Suitable for high‑speed applications in logistics, packaging, and material handling.

Applications:

• Object presence and position detection on conveyor and sorting systems

• Packaging machinery for bottle, container and label monitoring

• Transparent film and glossy surface detection

• High‑speed automated assembly and pick‑and‑place lines

• Material handling and warehouse automation

Core Specifications:

• Functional principle: Photoelectric retro‑reflective sensor, dual‑lens system

• Polarising filter: Integrated

• Sensing range max.: 0.03 m … 6 m (with PL80A reflector)

• Sensing range: 0.06 m … 5 m

• Light source: PinPoint LED, visible red light (λ = 650 nm)

• Light spot size: Ø 8 mm at 350 mm

• Supply voltage: 10 V DC … 30 V DC

• No‑load current consumption: ≤ 30 mA

• Switching output: PNP

• Switching mode: Light/dark switching (selectable)

• Output current: ≤ 100 mA (≤ 50 mA at Uv > 24 V)

• Response time: < 625 µs

• Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz

• Adjustment: No adjustment (fixed sensitivity)

• Connection type: Male connector M8, 4‑pin

• Enclosure rating: IP67

Advanced Specifications:

• Circuit protection: A (VS reverse‑polarity), B (inputs/output reverse‑polarity), D (output overcurrent and short‑circuit)

• Protection class: III

• Housing material: Plastic, ABS/PC

• Optics material: Plastic, PMMA

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 12 mm × 31.5 mm × 21 mm

• Weight: 20 g

• Ambient operating temperature: –25 °C … +55 °C

• Storage temperature: –40 °C … +70 °C

• UL File No.: NRKH.E348498 & NRKH7.E348498

• RoHS compliant

System Integration:

• Requires a separate reflector for operation (e.g., PL80A for max. range, P250 for standard range).

• Mounts via two through‑holes with 1‑inch spacing (metal‑lined).

• M8 4‑pin male connector mates with standard industrial M8 female cables.

• Select light‑on or dark‑on mode using the L/D selector.

Standards & Compliance:
Refer to manufacturer official documentation for detailed certification and compliance information.

Related Products:

• GL6‑P4211 – 4 pin M8, PNP, 6 m range, similar housing with teach‑in button

• GL6‑N4212 – NPN output version, same housing and sensing range

• GL6‑P1212 – 2 m cable version, PNP output, 6 m range

• PL80A – fine triple reflector for maximum 6 m range