# Laser Sensor, PNP, 40m, 10 to 30VDC, 100mA, GSE6L-P3211, G6 Series

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**SKU**: GSE6L-P3211
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €169.0300
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (04-Feb-2026) |
| Ip Rating | IP67 |
| Output Type | Digital - PNP |
| Sensor Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Light Source | 680nm Red Laser |
| Product Range | G6 Series |
| Qualification | - |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | 3 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 40m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 40m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
| Operating Temperature Max | 50°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -20°C |

## Datasheet

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GSE6L-P3211 G6 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**GSE6L-P3211 | G6** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**<br>GSE6L-P3211<br>Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/G6|**Part no.**<br>1117678|
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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Sensing range**<br>Sensing range min.<br>Sensing range max.<br>Recommended sensing range for the best per-<br>formance|0 m<br>40 m<br>0 m ... 30 m|
|**Polarisation filters**|No|
|**Emitted beam**<br>Light source<br>Type of light<br>Shape of light spot<br>Light spot size (distance)<br>Maximum dispersion of the emitted beam<br>around the standardized transmission axis<br>(squint angle)|Laser<br>Visible red light<br>Point-shaped<br>Ø 3.5 mm (1,000 mm)<br>< +/- 1.5° (at Ta = +23 °C)|
|**Key laser figures**<br>Normative reference<br>Laser class<br>Wave length<br>Pulse duration<br>Maximum pulse power<br>Average service life|IEC 60825-1 / CDRH 21 CFR 1040.10 & 1040.11<br>1<br>680 nm<br>3 µs<br>≤ 7.8 mW<br>100,000 h at Ta= +25 °C|
|**Smallest detectable object (MDO) typ.**|3.5 mm (at 1 m distance (object with 90% remission (corresponds on standard white<br>DIN 5033)))|
|**Adjustment**<br>Potentiometer<br>Operating mode switch|For setting the sensing range<br>For inverting the switching function (light/dark switching)|
|**Indication**<br>LED green|Operating indicator|



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||Static on: power on|
|---|---|
|LED yellow|Status of received light beam<br>Static on: object present<br>Static off: object not present|
|Safety-related parameters||
|**MTTFD**|1,005 years|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|**TM (mission time)**|10 years (EN 60825-1)|
|Electrical data||
|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp|
|**Usage category**|DC-13 (According to EN 60947-5-2)|
|**Current consumption**|≤ 20 mA, without load. At UB= 24 V|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Number|1|
|Type|PNP|
|Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW|Approx. UB/ ≤ 3 V|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA2)|
|Circuit protection outputs|Reverse polarity protected<br>Overcurrent protected<br>Short-circuit protected|
|Response time|≤ 625 µs|
|Switching frequency|1,000 Hz3)|
|**Pin/Wire assignment**||
|Function of pin 4/black (BK)|Digital output, light switching, object present → output Q LOW|
|Function of pin 4/black (BK) – detail|The pin 4 function of the sensor can be switched, Additional possible settings via operating<br>mode switch|



1) Limit values UB connections, reverse polarity protected. 

2) At UB > 24 V, I max. = 50 mA. 

3) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

## 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|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|Cable|PVC|
|Male connector|Copper alloy (C3604 CUZN39PB3)|
|**Weight**|Approx. 60 g|



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## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP67 (EN 60529)|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–20 °C ... +50 °C1) 2)|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
|**Typ. Ambient light immunity**|Sunlight: ≤ 13,000 lx|
|**Shock resistance**|30 g, 11 ms (3 positive and 3 negative shocks along X, Y, Z axes, 18 total shocks|
||(EN60068-2-27))|
|**Vibration resistance**|10 Hz ... 55 Hz (Amplitude 0.5 mm, 3x30 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|



1) As of Ta => 45 °C, a max. supply voltage UB = 24 V and a max. load current Imax. = 50 mA is permitted. 

2) Below Ta = –20 °C a warm-up time of 3 seconds is required. 

## 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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① Potentiometer 

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## Connection type 

Connector M8, 3-pin 

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## Connection diagram 

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## Truth table 

PNP - light switching 

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## Characteristic curve 

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Operating reserve<br>100<br>10<br>1<br>0 10 20 30 40<br>(32.80) (65.62) (98.43) (131.23)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

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## Light spot size 

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Diameter in mm (inch)<br>Ø 3.5 Ø 70 Ø 90 Ø 120<br>(0.14) (2.76) (3.54) (4.72)<br>1 12 30 40<br>(3.28) (39.37) (98.43)(131.23)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>Sensor<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Sensing range diagram 

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0 30 40<br>0 10 20 30 40<br>(32.80) (65.62) (98.43) (131.23)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>D<br>C<br>A B<br>A = Sensing range min. in m<br>B = Sensing range max. in m<br>C = Viewing range<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


D = Adjustable switching threshold 

Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

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

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- ① Center of optical axis, sender 

- ② Center of optical axis, receiver 

- ③ Display and adjustment elements 

④ Mounting holes M3 

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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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