# Photoelectric Sensor, 120 m, Push Pull, NPN / PNP, Through Beam, Cable, 10 to 30 VDC, G20 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/GSE20G-1H112170ZZZ/photoelectric-sensor-120-m-push-pull-npn-pnp
**SKU**: GSE20G-1H112170ZZZ
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €178.9300
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 71 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | G20 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | Cable |
| Sensing Range Max | 120m |
| Sensor Output Type | Push Pull, NPN / PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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GSE20G-1H112170ZZZ G20 

**COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**GSE20G-1H112170ZZZ | G20** COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

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|Functional principle|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|Sensing range|
|Sensing range min.|0 m|
|Sensing range max.|120 m|
|Maximum distance range from receiver to|0 m ... 120 m|
|sender (operating reserve 1)|
|Recommended distance range from receiver to|0 m ... 85 m|
|sender (operating reserve 2)|
|Emitted beam|
|Light source|LED|
|Type of light|Visible red light|
|Shape of light spot|Rectangular|
|Light spot size (distance)|Ø 800 mm (20,000 mm)|
|Maximum dispersion of the emitted beam|< +/- 1.5° (at Ta = +23 °C)|
|around the standardized transmission axis|
|(squint angle)|
|Key LED figures|
|Normative reference|EN 62471:2008-09 | IEC 62471:2006, modified|
|LED risk group marking|Free group|
|Wave length|630 nm|
|Average service life|100,000 h at Ta = +25 °C|
|Adjustment|
|Potentiometer|For sensitivity adjustment, 270°|
|Indication|
|LED green|Operating indicator|
|Static on: power on|
|Static off: object present|
|LED yellow|Status of received light beam|
|Static on: object not present|

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Static off: object present 

## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp|
|**Usage category**|DC-13 (according to EN 60947-1)|
|**Current consumption**|≤ 30 mA, without load. At UB= 24 V|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Number|2 (Complementary)|
|Type|Push-pull: PNP/NPN|
|Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW|VS- (≤ 3 V) / approx. 0 V|
|Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW|VS- (≤ 3 V) / approx. 0 V|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA2)|
|Circuit protection outputs|Reverse polarity protected<br>Overcurrent protected<br>Short-circuit protected|
|Response time|≤ 500 µs|
|Switching frequency|1,000 Hz3)|
|**Pin/Wire assignment, sender**||
|BN|+ (L+)|
|WH|-|
|BU|- (M)|
|BK|Test -> M<br>Input, sender off, LOW active|
|**Pin/Wire assignment, receiver**||
|BN|+ (L+)|
|WH|Ǭ<br>Digital output, dark switching, object present → outputǬHIGH<br>The pin 2 function of the sensor can be switched|
|BU|- (M)|
|BK|Q<br>Digital output, light switching, object present → output Q LOW<br>The pin 4 function of the sensor can be switched|



- 1) Limit values UB connections, reverse polarity protected. 

- 2) At UB > 24 V, I max. = 100 mA. 

- 3) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|23.5 mm x 74.5 mm x 52.5 mm|
|**Connection**|Cable, 4-wire, 2 m|
|**Connection detail**||
|Deep-freeze property|Do not bend below 0 °C|
|Conductor size|0.14 mm²|
|Cable diameter|Ø 5 mm|



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||Length of cable (L)|2 m|
|---|---|---|
|**Material**|||
||Housing|Plastic, ABS|
||Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
||Cable|PVC|
|**Weight**||Approx. 235 g|



## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP67 (EN 60529)|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–30 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
|**Typ. Ambient light immunity**|Sunlight: ≤ 20,000 lx|
|**Shock resistance**|30 g, 11 ms (3 positive and 3 negative shocks along X, Y, Z axes, 18 total shocks<br>(EN60068-2-27))|
|**Vibration resistance**|10 Hz ... 1,000 Hz (Amplitude 1 mm, 3 x 30 min (EN60068-2-6))|
|**Air humidity**|35 % ... 95 %, Relative humidity (no condensation)|
|**Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)**|EN 60947-5-2|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E348498 & NRKH7.E348498|



## Classifications 

|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270901|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270901|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002716|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



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## Adjustments 

Display and adjustment elements 

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Display and adjustment elements 

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## Connection type 

Cable, 4-wire 

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## Characteristic curve 

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Operating reserve<br>1,000<br>a<br>PY t TP<br>100<br>A<br>=<br>a, a<br>PT ING Pt<br>10<br>— tt<br>1 COTS<br>0 20 40 60 80 100 120<br>(65.62) (131.23) (196.85) (262.47) (328.08) (393.70)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Light spot size 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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0 85 120<br>0 40 80 120<br>(131.23) (262.47) (393.70)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>D<br>C<br>A B<br>A Sensing range min. in mm<br>B Sensing range max. in mm<br>C Maximum distance range from receiver to sender<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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Recommended distance range from receiver to sender 

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

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For length of cable (L), see technical data 

- ① Display and adjustment elements 

- ② Center of optical axis, sender 

- ③ Center of optical axis, receiver 

- ④ Fixing hole ø 4.3 mm, both sides for hexagon nut M4 

## Recommended accessories 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/G20 **Brief description Type Part no.** ~~SS~~ Mounting brackets and plates Mounting bracket, Stainless steel V2A (1.4301), 2 screws, 2 nuts, 2 circlips, 2 washers BEF-W280 5313885 for mounting the sensor ~~'~~ Plug connectors and cables • **Connection type head A:** Male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight STE-1204-G 6009932 • **Description:** Unshielded ~~~~~ • **Connection systems:** Screw-type terminals • **Permitted cross-section:** ≤ 0.75 mm² • **Connection type head A:** Male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight STE-1204-GQU8 6044998 • **Description:** Unshielded • **Connection systems:** Cutting technology ~~e. _~~ • **Permitted cross-section:** 0.34 mm² ... 0.75 mm² ~~a~~ 

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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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