# Photoelectric Sensor, 900mm, PNP, Energetic/Proximity, 10 to 30VDC, Cable, G6 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/GTE6-P1231/photoelectric-sensor-900mm-pnp-energetic-proximity
**SKU**: GTE6-P1231
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €64.7400
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | G6 Series |
| Sensing Method | Energetic, Proximity |
| Connection Method | Cable |
| Sensing Range Max | 900mm |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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GTE6-P1231 G6 **MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**GTE6-P1231 | G6** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information **Type** GTE6-P1231 Other models and accessories > rT ~~ee~~ Illustration may differ CE Ws 

**Type Part no.** GTE6-P1231 1065760 Other models and accessories > www.sick.com/G6 

## Detailed technical data 

Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric proximity sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Energetic|
|**Sensing range max.**|≤ 900 mm|
|**Sensing range**|≤ 760 mm|
|**Polarisation filters**|No|
|**Emitted beam**||
|Light source|PinPoint LED|
|Type of light|Visible red light|
|Light spot size (distance)|Ø 5 mm (150 mm)|
|**Key LED figures**||
|Wave length|650 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Mechanical spindle, 5 turns|



## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|1,749 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|1.25 ms5)|
|Switching frequency|500 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**|Cable, 3-wire, 2 m1)|
|**Connection detail**||
|Conductor size|0.14 mm²|
|Length of cable (L)|2 m1)|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Plastic, ABS/PC|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|Cable|PVC|
|**Weight**|60 g|



- 1) Do not bend below 0 °C. 

## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +55 °C1)|



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

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**Ambient temperature, storage** –40 °C ... +70 °C **UL File No.** E348498 

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

## Classifications 

|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270903|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270903|
|**ECLASS 6.0**<br>**ECLASS 6.2**|27270903<br>27270903|
|**ECLASS 7.0**<br>**ECLASS 8.0**|27270903<br>27270903|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270903|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270903|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270903|
|**ETIM 5.0**<br>**ETIM 6.0**|EC001821<br>EC001821|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002719|
|**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 

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## Characteristic curve 

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① Sensing range on white, 90% remission factor 

② Sensing range on black, 6.25 % remission 

## Light spot size 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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- ① Sensing range on white, 90% remission factor 

- ② Sensing range on black, 6.25 % remission 

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

- ① Optical axis, receiver 

- 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 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/G6 

|~~a~~|**Brief description**<br>~~a~~|**Type**<br>~~a~~|**Part no.**<br>~~a~~|
|---|---|---|---|
|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:**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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