SICK GSE6-P4212 1061396 G6 Through-beam Photoelectric Sensor PNP 15m M8

SICK GSE6‑P4212 is a miniature through‑beam photoelectric sensor from the G6 series for long‑range object detection in industrial automation. Uses PinPoint LED technology with visible red light (650 nm wavelength) for simple optical alignment. PNP output with selectable light/dark switching via integrated selector. Compact 12 mm × 31.5 mm × 21 mm plastic (ABS/PC) housing, M8 4‑pin male connector, IP67 enclosure rating. Suitable for high‑speed positioning, presence detection, and product counting on conveyor systems, packaging machinery and material handling lines.

Applications:

• Long‑range object presence detection on conveyor and sorting systems

• Packaging machinery for product positioning and counting

• High‑speed assembly lines for part detection and pick‑and‑place

• Material handling and warehouse automation

• Printing machinery for web break monitoring

Core Specifications:

• Functional principle: Through‑beam photoelectric sensor

• Sensing range max.: 0 m … 15 m

• Sensing range: 0 m … 10 m

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

• Light spot size (distance): Ø 375 mm (12 m)

• Supply voltage: 10 V DC … 30 V DC

• No‑load current consumption: 30 mA

• Switching output: PNP

• Switching mode: Light/dark switching (selectable via selector)

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

• Response time: < 500 µs

• Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz

• Adjustment: Potentiometer, 270°

• Connection type: Male connector M8, 4‑pin

• Enclosure rating: IP67

• Housing material: Plastic (ABS/PC)

• Optics material: Plastic (PMMA)

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

• Weight: 170 g

Advanced Specifications:

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

• Protection class: III

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

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

• Average LED service life: 100,000 h at T = +25 °C

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

• Items supplied: 2 × stainless steel mounting brackets BEF‑W100‑A (1.4301/304)

• RoHS compliant

Compatibility information:

• This sensor belongs to the SICK G6 series of miniature photoelectric sensors.

• Mounts via two metal‑reinforced through‑holes with standard 1‑inch (25.4 mm) spacing using the supplied BEF‑W100‑A brackets.

• Requires a separate emitter unit (e.g., GS6‑D4111 or similar G6 series emitter) for operation – not included.

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

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

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