# Photo Sensor, 7.2 m, NPN, Retroreflective, 10 to 30 VDC, Cable, GR18 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/GRL18S-N1136/photo-sensor-72-m-npn-retroreflective-10-to-30-vdc
**SKU**: GRL18S-N1136
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €53.5800
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | GR18 Series |
| Sensing Method | Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | Cable |
| Sensing Range Max | 7.2m |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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GRL18S-N1136 GR18 

**CYLINDRICAL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**GRL18S-N1136 | GR18** CYLINDRICAL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|GRL18S-N1136|1069585|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/GR18<br>,||



Illustration may differ 

## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**||Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**||Dual lens|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**||18 mm x 18 mm x 38.1 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**||Cylindrical|
|**Thread diameter (housing)**||M18 x 1|
|**Optical axis**||Axial|
|**Sensing range max.**||0.03 m ... 7.2 m1)|
|**Sensing range**||0.06 m ... 6 m1)|
|**Type of light**||Visible red light|
|**Light source**||PinPoint LED2)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**||Ø 175 mm (7 m)|
|**Wave length**||650 nm|
|**Adjustment**||None|
|**Indication**|||
||LED green|Operating indicator|
|||Static on: power on|
||LED yellow|Status of received light beam|
|||Static on: object not present|
|||Static off: object present|



1) Reflector PL80A. 

2) Average service life: 100,000 h at TU = +25 °C. 

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## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|30 mA|
|**Switching output**|NPN|
|**Output function**|Complementary|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA3)|
|**Response time**|< 500 µs4)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Cable, 4-wire, 2 m6)|
|**Cable material**|PVC|
|**Circuit protection**|A7)<br>B8)<br>D9)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Items supplied**|Fastening nuts (2 x)|
|**Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)**|EN 60947-5-2|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +55 °C10)|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E348498 & NRKH7.E348498|



1) Limit values. Operated in short-circuit protected network: max. 8 A. 

2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

3) At Uv > 24 V or ambient temperature > 49 °C, IA max. = 50 mA. 

4) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

5) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 6) Do not bend below 0 °C. 7) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

8) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 

9) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected. 

10) At Uv <=24V and IA<50mA. 

## Classifications 

|**eCl@ss 5.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 5.1.4**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 6.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 6.2**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 7.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 8.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 8.1**|27270902|



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|**eCl@ss 9.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 10.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 11.0**<br>**eCl@ss 12.0**|27270902<br>27270902|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Connection diagram 

Cd-094 

BN + (L+) ~~+~~ WHBU Q ~~!~~ **-** (M) BK Q 

## Characteristic curve 

## GRL18S 

Operating reserve 

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- ① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector PL40A 

- ③ Reflector PL20A 

- ④ Reflector P250 

- ⑤ Reflector PL22 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-Plus 3436 

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## Light spot size 

## GRL18S 

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Diameter in mm (inch)<br>Ø 25<br>Ø 8 Ø 75 Ø 175<br>(0.98)<br>(0.31) (2.95) (6.89)<br>0.2 1 3 7<br>(0.66)(3.28) (9.84) (22.97)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>Sensor<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Sensing range diagram 

GRL18S 

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Sensing range Sensing range max. 

- ① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector PL40A 

- ③ Reflector PL20A 

- ④ Reflector P250 

- ⑤ Reflector PL22 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-Plus 3436 

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## Response range 

## GRL18S 

Parallel operating range y in mm (inch) 

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- ① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector PL40A 

- ③ Reflector PL20A 

- ④ Reflector P250 

- ⑤ Reflector PL22 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-Plus 3436 

Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

GR18S, plastic, cable with plug, straight 

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① Cable with male connector 

- ② Threaded mounting hole M18 x 1 

- ③ LED indicator yellow 

- ④ LED indicator green 

- ⑤ Fastening nut; 22 mm hex, plastic 

- ⑥ Mounting ring 

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## Recommended accessories 

> Other models and accessories > www.sick.com/GR18 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Mounting bracket for M18 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware|BEF-WN-M18|5308446|
||Universal mounting bracket for reflectors, steel, zinc coated|BEF-WN-REFX|2064574|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||Head A: male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight|STE-1204-G|6009932|
|Sa|Cable: unshielded|||
|~||||
|Reflectors||||
||Rectangular, screw connection, 51 mm x 61 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-|P250|5304812|
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## SICK At A GlAnCe 

SICK is one of the leading manufacturers of intelligent sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. A unique range of products and services creates the perfect basis for controlling processes securely and efficiently, protecting individuals from accidents and preventing damage to the environment. 

We have extensive experience in a wide range of industries and understand their processes and requirements. With intelligent sensors, we can deliver exactly what our customers need. In application centers in Europe, Asia and North America, system solutions are tested and optimized in accordance with customer specifications. All this makes us a reliable supplier and development partner. 

Comprehensive services complete our offering: SICK lifetime Services provide support throughout the machine life cycle and ensure safety and productivity. 

For us, that is “Sensor Intelligence.” 

## WOrldWIde preSenCe: 

Contacts and other locations www.sick.com 

SICK AG | Waldkirch | Germany | www.sick.com 



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