# Photoelectric Sensor, 15m, PNP, Through Beam, 10 to 30VDC, 3 Pin M8 Connector, G6 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/GSE6-P3211/photoelectric-sensor-15m-pnp-through-beam-10-to
**SKU**: GSE6-P3211
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €88.9100
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 50 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | G6 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | 3 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 15m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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GSE6-P3211 G6 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**GSE6-P3211 | G6** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

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|Type|Part no.|
|GSE6-P3211|1067659|
|Other models and accessories|www.sick.com/G6|
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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

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|Functional principle|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|Sensing range max.|0 m ... 15 m|
|Sensing range|0 m ... 10 m|
|Polarisation filters|No|
|Emitted beam|
|Light source|PinPoint LED|[1)]|
|Type of light|Visible red light|
|Light spot size (distance)|Ø 375 mm (12 m)|
|Key LED figures|
|Wave length|650 nm|
|Adjustment|Potentiometer, 270°|
|Part number of individual components|2073534 GS6-D3311 2073535 GE6-P3211|

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

## Safety-related parameters 

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|MTTFD|683 years|
|DCavg|0%|
|TM (mission time)|20 years|

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## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|± 10 %2)|
|**Current consumption**|30 mA3)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Type|PNP|
|Switching mode|Light/dark switching|
|Switching mode selector|Selectable via light/dark selector|
|Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW|VS- (≤ 3 V) / approx. 0 V|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA4)|
|Response time|< 500 µs5)|
|Switching frequency|1,000 Hz6)|
|**Circuit protection**|A7)<br>B8)<br>D9)|



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

2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

3) Without load. 

4) At Uv > 24 V, IA max. = 50 mA. 

5) Signal transit time with resistive load. 6) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

7) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

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

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

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|12 mm x 31.5 mm x 21 mm|
|**Connection**|Connector M8, 3-pin|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Plastic, ABS/PC|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Weight**|40 g|



## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +55 °C1)|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E348498 & NRKH7.E348498|



1) Temperature stability following adjustment +/-10 °C. 

## Classifications 

|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270901|
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|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270901|



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|**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|



## Adjustments 

Adjustment possibility 

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④ LED indicator green: Supply voltage active 

⑤ LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

⑦ Sensitivity control: potentiometer 

Connection type 

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## Connection diagram 

## Cd-051 

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## Characteristic curve 

With GE6-P1111, GE6-N1111, GE6-P1111S63 

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Function reserve<br>1,000<br>100<br>10<br>Operating<br>range<br>1<br>mm 4,000 8,000 12,000 16,000<br>(inch) (157.48) (314.96) (472.44) (629.92)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Light spot size 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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- ② Optical axis, sender 

- ③ Mounting holes M3 

- ④ LED indicator green: Supply voltage active 

- ⑤ LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ⑥ Light/ dark rotary switch: L = light switching, D = dark switching 

## Recommended accessories 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Universal bar clamp systems||||
||Clamp bar to fix G6 sensors on rods of 12 mm, clamp-on design up to 4 mm wall thick-<br>ness, aluminum (clamp bar), stainless steel (bracket), clamp bar mounting and clamp<br>function, mounting bracket, mounting hardware|BEF-KHS-IS12G6|2086865|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Stainless steel (1.4301)|BEF-WN-G6|2062909|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M8, 3-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**5 m, 3-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YF8U13-<br>050VA1XLEAX|2095884|
||• **Connection type head A:**Male connector, M8, 3-pin, straight<br>• **Description:**Unshielded<br>• **Connection systems:**Screw-type terminals<br>• **Permitted cross-section:**0.14 mm² ... 0.5 mm²|STE-0803-G|6037322|



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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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