Thru-beam sensor GA18-S/GK18-S/59/115/161
- Efficient Line in a short M18 plastic housing for standard applications
- Very high detection range
- 4 LEDs indicator for 360° visibility
- Sidelookerversion
- Universal usage at different power supplies
Please note: All product-related documents, such as certificates, declarations of conformity, etc., which were issued prior to the conversion under the name Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH or Pepperl+Fuchs AG, also apply to Pepperl+Fuchs SE.
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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of GA18-S/GK18-S/59/115/161
| Product Description |
|---|
| Thru-beam sensor, M18 threaded housing design, plastic housing, side optical face, 12 m detection range, red light, dark on, AC/DC version, NPN-FET output, fixed cable |
| System components | ||
|---|---|---|
| Emitter | GA18-S/115 | |
| Receiver | GK18-S/59/115/161 | |
| General specifications | ||
| Effective detection range | 0 ... 12 m | |
| Threshold detection range | 17.5 m | |
| Light source | LED | |
| Light type | modulated visible red light , 640 nm | |
| Diameter of the light spot | approx. 650 mm at 17.5 m | |
| Opening angle | approx. 2 ° | |
| Optical face | lateral | |
| Ambient light limit | 30000 Lux | |
| Accessories provided | Mounting aids | |
| Indicators/operating means | ||
| Operation indicator | LED green, statically lit Power on | |
| Function indicator | Receiver: LED yellow, lights up when light beam is free, flashes when falling short of the operating reserve ; OFF when light beam is interrupted | |
| Electrical specifications | ||
| Operating voltage | 20 ... 250 V AC/DC | |
| No-load supply current | < 2.5 mA per device | |
| Output | ||
| Switching type | dark-on | |
| Signal output | N-channel MOSFET, short circuit protected | |
| Switching voltage | max. 250 V AC/DC | |
| Switching current | max. 200 mA | |
| Voltage drop | ≤ 3.5 V AC/DC | |
| Switching frequency | 50 Hz | |
| Response time | ≤ 10 ms | |
| Conformity | ||
| Product standard | EN 60947-5-2 | |
| Compliance with standards and directives | ||
| Standard conformity | ||
| Standards | UL 508 | |
| Approvals and certificates | ||
| Protection class | II, rated insulation voltage ≤ 250 V AC with pollution degree 1-2 according to IEC 60664-1 | |
| UL approval | cULus Listed, Type 1 enclosure For overcurrent protection, install a fuse with a rated current of max. 3 A 250 V AC/DC |
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| CCC approval | Certified by China Compulsory Certification (CCC) | |
| Ambient conditions | ||
| Ambient temperature | -20 ... 60 °C (-4 ... 140 °F) | |
| Storage temperature | -40 ... 70 °C (-40 ... 158 °F) | |
| Mechanical specifications | ||
| Degree of protection | IP67 | |
| Connection | 2 m fixed cable | |
| Material | ||
| Housing | ABS / PBT | |
| Optical face | PMMA | |
| Mass | approx. 80 g per device | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 69 mm | |
| Diameter | 18 mm | |
Classifications
| System | Classcode |
|---|---|
| ECLASS 13.0 | 27270901 |
| ECLASS 12.0 | 27270901 |
| ECLASS 11.0 | 27270901 |
| ECLASS 10.0.1 | 27270901 |
| ECLASS 9.0 | 27270901 |
| ECLASS 8.0 | 27270901 |
| ECLASS 5.1 | 27270901 |
| ETIM 9.0 | EC002716 |
| ETIM 8.0 | EC002716 |
| ETIM 7.0 | EC002716 |
| ETIM 6.0 | EC002716 |
| ETIM 5.0 | EC002716 |
| UNSPSC 12.1 | 39121528 |
Details: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/115/161
Function
The GLV/GLK18 series sensors help improve the efficiency of machines and systems. The design of the M18 plastic housing, the connection technology, and sensor properties are highly standardized. Concentrating on the key sensor requirements has produced a robust and reliable product series for DC and AC/DC voltage systems without any over-engineering. The mounting set included in the scope of delivery and the optimized potentiometer design ensure fast assembly and easy configuration.
Product Documentation: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/115/161
| Brief Instructions | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instruction leaflet / Beipackzettel | ALL | 707 KB |
Design / Simulation: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/115/161
| CAD | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAD 3-D / CAD 3-D | ALL | STP | 3955 KB |
| CAD Portal / CAD Portal | ALL | LINK | --- |
Approvals: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/115/161
| Certificates | Certificate No. | Language | File Type | File Size |
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| China CQC CCC | 2024010305681600 | ALL | 1034 KB | |
| Declaration of Conformity | ||||
| EU Declaration of Conformity (P+F) / EU-Konformitäterklärung (P+F) | DOC-5837A | ALL | 233 KB | |
Associated Products: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/115/161
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