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Retroreflective sensor GLV18-55-G/59/102/159

GLV18-55-G/59/102/159
  • Efficient Line in a short M18 plastic housing for standard applications
  • Two devices in one: choice of either clear object detection or retroreflective operating mode with a large detection range
  • 4 LEDs indicator for 360° visibility
  • Optimized potentiometer design for a clear control button layout in the application
  • DC voltage version

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  GLV18-55-G/59/102/159

Product Description
Retroreflective sensor for glass detection, M18 threaded housing design, plastic housing, front optical face, 2.5 m detection range, red light, dark on, DC version, NPN output, M12 plug
General specifications
Effective detection range0 ... 2.5 m in glass mode;
0 ... 5 m in normal mode
Reflector distance0 ... 2.5 m in glass mode;
0 ... 5 m in normal mode
Threshold detection range6.5 m
Reference targetreflector C110-2
Light sourceLED
Light typemodulated visible red light , 640 nm
Polarization filteryes
Diameter of the light spotapprox. 370 mm at 6.5 m ; 50 mm at 1 m
Opening angleapprox. 2 °
Optical facefrontal
Ambient light limit30000 Lux
Functional safety related parameters
MTTFd1260 a
Mission Time (TM)20 a
Diagnostic Coverage (DC)0 %
Indicators/operating means
Operation indicatorLED green, statically lit Power on,
blinking with 2 Hz or 4 Hz in Teach-In mode
Function indicatorLED yellow: In retro-reflective mode: Lights up when light beam is free; flashing if signal is short of function reserve, off when light beam is interrupted In glass-mode: Lights up when light beam is free; flashing if further compensation is impossible; off when light beam is interrupted
Control elementspotentiometer for Teach-In and Mode selection
Contrast detection levels18 % - clear glass bottles
Electrical specifications
Operating voltage10 ... 30 V DC
No-load supply current< 15 mA
Output
Switching typedark-on
Signal output1 NPN, short-circuit protected open collector
Switching voltagemax. 30 V DC
Switching currentmax. 100 mA
Voltage drop≤ 1.5 V DC
Switching frequency1 kHz
Response time≤ 0.5 ms
Conformity
Product standardEN 60947-5-2
Approvals and certificates
EAC conformityTR CU 020/2011
Protection classII, Rated insulation voltage ≤ 50 V AC with pollution degree 1-2 according to IEC 60664-1
UL approvalcULus Listed, Class 2 Power Source
CCC approvalCCC approval / marking not required for products rated ≤36 V
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature-25 ... 60 °C (-13 ... 140 °F)
Storage temperature-40 ... 70 °C (-40 ... 158 °F)
Mechanical specifications
Degree of protectionIP67
Connection3-pin, M12 x 1 connector
Material
HousingPC
Optical facePMMA
Connectorplastic
Massapprox. 10 g
Dimensions
Length43.9 mm
Diameter18 mm
Thread sizeM18

Classifications

SystemClasscode
ECLASS 13.027270902
ECLASS 12.027270902
ECLASS 11.027270902
ECLASS 10.0.127270902
ECLASS 9.027270902
ECLASS 8.027270902
ECLASS 5.127270902
ETIM 9.0EC002717
ETIM 8.0EC002717
ETIM 7.0EC002717
ETIM 6.0EC002717
ETIM 5.0EC002717
UNSPSC 12.139121528

Details: GLV18-55-G/59/102/159

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: GLV18-55-G/59/102/159

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Instruction leaflet / BeipackzettelALLPDF455 KB

Design / Simulation: GLV18-55-G/59/102/159

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CAD 3-D / CAD 3-DALLSTP657 KB
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Approvals: GLV18-55-G/59/102/159

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CertificatesCert No.LanguageFile TypeFile Size
Canada USA UL Ordinary LocationUL-US-L87056-11-41301991-3 / UL-CA-L87056-31-41301991-3ALLPDF1806 KB
Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity (P+F) / EU-Konformitäterklärung (P+F)DOC-0066EALLPDF310 KB
UK Declaration of Conformity (P+F) / UK-Konformitäterklärung (P+F)DOC-5333ALLPDF306 KB

Associated Products: GLV18-55-G/59/102/159

Accessories

Mounting adapter, 18 mm, fixture for all cylindrical sensors with M18 thread, easy to install and precisely adjust, large adjustment range (max. 20 mm)fa

Reflector, round ø 84 mm, central mounting holefa

Reflector, rectangular 40.3 mm x 59.9 mm, mounting holesfa

Reflector, rectangular 51 mm x 61 mm, mounting holes, fixing strapfa
Mounting Bracket with swivel nutfa
Plastic mounting adapter, 18 mmfa
Universal mounting bracket for cylindrical sensors with a diameter of 5 ... 30 mmfa
Female cordset single-ended M12 straight A-coded, 3-pin, PUR cable greyfa
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