# Photoelectric Sensor, 3.5 m, Push Pull, NPN / PNP, Energetic, Proximity, 4 Pin M12 Connector, 30 VDC

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/GTE20M-24111170ZZZ/photoelectric-sensor-35-m-push-pull-npn-pnp
**SKU**: GTE20M-24111170ZZZ
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €111.3200
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 71 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | G20 Series |
| Sensing Method | Energetic, Proximity |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 3.5m |
| Sensor Output Type | Push Pull, NPN / PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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GTE20M-24111170ZZZ G20 

**COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**GTE20M-24111170ZZZ | G20** COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|GTE20M-24111170ZZZ|1119850|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/G20||



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric proximity sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Energetic|
|**Sensing range**<br>Sensing range min.<br>Sensing range max.<br>Reference object|0.005 m<br>3.5 m<br>Object with 90% remission factor (complies with standard white according to DIN 5033)|
|**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)|LED<br>Infrared light<br>Rectangular<br>Ø 28 mm (500 mm)<br>< +/- 1.5° (at Ta = +23 °C)|
|**Key LED figures**<br>Normative reference<br>LED risk group marking<br>Wave length<br>Average service life|EN 62471:2008-09 | IEC 62471:2006, modified<br>Free group<br>850 nm<br>100,000 h at Ta= +25 °C|
|**Adjustment**<br>Potentiometer|For sensitivity adjustment, 270°|
|**Indication**<br>LED green<br>LED yellow|Operating indicator<br>Static on: power on<br>Static off: object not present<br>Status of received light beam|



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||Static on: object present<br>Static off: object not 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**||
|BN 1|+ (L+)|
|WH 2|Ǭ<br>Digital output, dark switching, object present → outputǬLOW|
|BU 3|- (M)|
|BK 4|Q<br>Digital output, light switching, object present → output Q HIGH|



- 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**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Plastic, ABS|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Weight**|Approx. 55 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))|



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|**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**|27270904|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**<br>**ECLASS 6.0**|27270904<br>27270904|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270903|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002719|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Adjustments 

Display and adjustment elements 

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## Display and adjustment elements 

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## Connection type 

M12 male connector, 4-pin 

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## Characteristic curve 

## Operating reserve 

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- ① Black object, 6% remission factor 

- ② Gray object, 18% remission factor ③ White object, 90% remission factor 

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## Light spot size 

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

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- 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 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
|>|Mounting bracket, Stainless steel V2A (1.4301), 2 screws, 2 nuts, 2 circlips, 2 washers<br>for mounting the sensor|BEF-W280|5313885|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
|Ye|• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**5 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YF2A14-<br>050VB3XLEAX|2096235|
||• **Connection type head A:**Male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight<br>• **Description:**Unshielded<br>• **Connection systems:**Screw-type terminals<br>• **Permitted cross-section:**≤ 0.75 mm²|STE-1204-G|6009932|



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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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