# Photo Sensor, 20 m, PNP, Through Beam, 10 to 30 VDC, 4 Pin M12 Connector, H18 Sure Sense Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/HSE18-G4A1BI/photo-sensor-20-m-pnp-through-beam-10-to-30-vdc-4
**SKU**: HSE18-G4A1BI
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €146.7800
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | H18 Sure Sense Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 20m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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HSE18-G4A1BI H18 Sure Sense 

**HYBRID PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**HSE18-G4A1BI | H18 Sure Sense** HYBRID PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**||**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|
|HSE18-G4A1BI||1072410|
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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|16.2 mm x 48.5 mm x 31.8 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Hybrid|
|**Thread diameter (housing)**|M18|
|**Mounting system type**|M18, head/side (24.1 … 25.4 mm)|
|**Housing color**|Blue|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 20 m|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 15 m|
|**Type of light**|Infrared light|
|**Light source**|LED1)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|1,400 mm (10 m)|
|**Wave length**|850 nm|
|**Adjustment**||
|Potentiometer, right|On delay, adjustable: 0 ... 2 s|
|Potentiometer, left|Light/dark switching|
|**Special features**|Signal strength light bar|



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

## Mechanics/electronics 

## **Supply voltage** 

10 V DC ... 30 V DC 

1) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

- 2) Without signal strength light bar and load. 

- 3) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

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

- 5) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

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

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

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|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 1)|
|---|---|
|**Current consumption**|≤ 20 mA2)|
|**Switching output**|PNP|
|**Switching mode**|Light switching|
|**Switching output detail**||
|Switching output Q1|PNP, Light switching|
|Switching output Q2|PNP, Alarm output|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA|
|**Response time**|≤ 0.5 ms3)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz4)|
|**Time functions**|On delay|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A5)<br>B6)<br>D7)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Weight**|18 g|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, VISTAL®|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67<br>IP69K|
|**Items supplied**|Fastening nut (1x), M18, plastic, black, flat|
|**Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)**|EN 60947-5-2 (The sensor complies with the Radio Safety Requirements (EMC) for the indus-<br>trial sector (Radio Safety Class A). It may cause radio interference if used in a residential area.)|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|E189383|



1) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

2) Without signal strength light bar and load. 

3) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

4) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

5) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

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

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

## 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|



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|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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Connection/Pin assignment 

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|Connection type|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|Pin assignment sender|
|BN 1|+ (L+)|
|WH 2|Not connected|
|BU 3|- (M)|
|BK 4|Test IN|
|Pin assignment receiver|
|BN 1|+ (L+)|
|WH 2|Q2|
|BU 3|- (M)|
|BK 4|Q1|

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

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- ① LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ② LED indicator green: power on 

- ③ M3 mounting hole 

- ④ Snap Connection for flush ring (sold seperatly) 

- ⑤ Potentiometer (if selected) or LED Indicators 

|**Dimensions in mm (inch)**|**Receiver**|**Receiver**|**Sender**|**Sender**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
||**A**|**B**|**C**|**D**|
|**HTB18 / HTF18**|- 1.1 (0.04)|1.1 (0.04)|4.7 (0.19)|0.6 (0.02)|
|**HTE18 / HL18 / HSE18**|2.5 (0.1)|0.0 (0.0)|4.0 (0.16)|0.0 (0.0)|
|**HTB18L / HTF18L /**<br>**HL18L / HSE18L**|2.5 (0.1)|0.0 (0.0)|3.5 (0.14)|0.0 (0.0)|



## Connection type 

## See table: **Connection/pin assignment** 

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## Adjustments possible 

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- ① LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ② LED indicator green: power on 

- ③ Signal strength light bar 

## Characteristic curve 

## Infrared light 

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## Light spot size 

## Infrared light 

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mm (inch)<br>3,000 Dimensions in mm (inch)<br>(118.11)<br>Sensing range  Diameter<br>0.5 m 65<br>(1.64 feet) (0.21)<br>1 m 135<br>2,000<br>(78.74) (3.28 feet) (5.31)<br>5 m 700<br>(16.40 feet) (27.56)<br>20 m 2,800<br>(65.62 feet) (110.24)<br>1,000<br>(39.37)<br>0<br>5 10 15 20<br>(16.40) (32.81) (49.21) (65.62)<br>Distance in m (feet) Diameter<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Sensing range diagram 

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## Functions 

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## Recommended accessories 

> Other models and accessories > www.sick.com/H18_Sure_Sense 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded|YF2A14-|2096235|
||• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads|050VB3XLEAX||
||• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable|||
||• **Cable:**5 m, 4-wire, PVC|||
||• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded|||
||• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|||
||• **Connection type head A:**Male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight|STE-1204-G|6009932|
|Sa|• **Description:**Unshielded|||
|om|• **Connection systems:**Screw-type terminals|||
||• **Permitted cross-section:**≤ 0.75 mm²|||



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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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