# Photoelectric Sensor, GR18S Series, Retro Reflective, Dual Lens, 7.2 mm, PNP, 10 to 30 Vdc

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/GRL18S-P2431/photoelectric-sensor-gr18s-series-retro-reflective
**SKU**: GRL18S-P2431
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €57.7200
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 57 days (indicative)

## Description

Sensing Range Max:7.2m; Sensing Method:Retroreflective; Sensor Output:PNP; Product Range:GR18S Series; Connection Method:M12 Connector; Supply Voltage DC Min:10VDC; Supply Voltage DC Max:

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | GR18 Series |
| Sensing Method | Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 7.2m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 7.2m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10VDC |

## Datasheet

📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:2776966/)

GRL18S-P2431 GR18S 

**PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**GRL18S-P2431 | GR18S** PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|GRL18S-P2431<br>Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/GR18S<br>!|1069586|



Illustration may differ 

## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Sensor/detection principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor, Dual lens|
|---|---|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Cylindrical, straight|
|**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|



1) Reflector PL80A. 

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

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|± 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Power consumption**|≤ 30 mA|



- 1) Limit values when 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) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

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

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

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

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|**Output type**|PNP|
|---|---|
|**Output function**|Complementary|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Output current Imax.**|100 mA3)|
|**Response time**|< 500 µs4)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>B7)<br>D8)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Nickel-plated brass and ABS|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Items supplied**|Fastening nuts (2 x)|
|**EMC**|EN 60947-5-2|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +55 °C9)|
|**Ambient storage temperature**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E348498 & NRKH7.E348498|



1) Limit values when 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) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 7) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 8) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected. 9) 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|
|**ECl@ss 9.0**|27270902|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



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## Connection diagram 

## Cd-084 

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## Characteristic curve 

## GRL18S 

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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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## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

GR18S, metal, connector, straight 

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- ② Threaded mounting hole M18 x 1 

- ③ LED indicator yellow 

- ④ LED indicator green 

- ⑤ Dummy plug 

- ⑥ Fastening nuts (2x); width across 24, metal 

## Recommended accessories 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Universal bar clamp systems||||
||Plate N06 for universal clamp bracket, M18, Zinc plated steel (sheet), Zinc die cast<br>(clamping bracket), Universal clamp (5322626), mounting hardware|BEF-KHS-N06|2051612|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Mounting plate for M18 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware|BEF-WG-M18|5321870|
|~~<~~|Mounting bracket for M18 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware<br>~~<~~|BEF-WN-M18|5308446|
|Terminal and alignment brackets||||
||Mounting bracket with ball-and-socket, Plastic, mounting hardware included|BEF-WN-M18-ST02|5312973|
||Clamping block for round sensors M18, without fixed stop, plastic (PA12), glass-fiber re-<br>inforced, mounting hardware included|BEF-KH-M18|2051481|
||Clamping block for round sensors M18, with fixed stop, plastic (PA12), glass-fiber rein-<br>forced, mounting hardware included|BEF-KHF-M18|2051482|



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||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|~~x;~~|Integrated adapter, Plastic (PA12)|BEF-WN-MH15-1|4039533<br>~~FF~~|
|_<br>~~x;~~|Mounting ring, Stainless steel, without mounting hardware|BEF-WN-MH15-2V|4053358<br>~~FF~~|
|Reflectors<br>~~x ;~~<br>~~FF~~||||
||Rectangular, screw connection, 47 mm x 47 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-<br>ing|P250|5304812|
||Rectangular, screw connection, 38 mm x 15 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-<br>ing|PL20A|1012719|
||Rectangular, screw connection, 56 mm x 28 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-<br>ing|PL30A|1002314|
||Rectangular, screw connection, 37 mm x 56 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-<br>ing|PL40A|1012720|
||Rectangular, screw connection, 80 mm x 80 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-<br>ing|PL80A|1003865|
||Self-adhesive|REF-IRF-56|5314244|
||Round, screw connection, PMMA/ABS, Center hole mounting, screw-on|C110A|5304549|



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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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