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Thru-beam sensor GA18-S/GK18-S/59/161/166

GA18-S/GK18-S/59/161/166
  • 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/59/161/166

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, micro plug
System components
EmitterGA18-S/166
ReceiverGK18-S/59/161/166
General specifications
Effective detection range0 ... 12 m
Threshold detection range17.5 m
Light sourceLED
Light typemodulated visible red light , 640 nm
Diameter of the light spotapprox. 650 mm at 17.5 m
Opening angleapprox. 2 °
Optical facelateral
Ambient light limit30000 Lux
Accessories providedMounting aids
Indicators/operating means
Operation indicatorLED green, statically lit Power on
Function indicatorReceiver: 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 voltage20 ... 250 V AC/DC
No-load supply current< 2.5 mA per device
Output
Switching typedark-on
Signal outputN-channel MOSFET, short circuit protected
Switching voltagemax. 250 V AC/DC
Switching currentmax. 200 mA
Voltage drop≤ 3.5 V AC/DC
Switching frequency50 Hz
Response time≤ 10 ms
Conformity
Product standardEN 60947-5-2
Compliance with standards and directives
Standard conformity
StandardsUL 508
Approvals and certificates
Protection classII, rated insulation voltage ≤ 250 V AC with pollution degree 1-2 according to IEC 60664-1
UL approvalcULus Listed, Type 1 enclosure
CCC approvalCertified 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 protectionIP67
ConnectionMicro AC connector, 1/2" V124 ; 4-pin
Material
HousingABS / PBT
Optical facePMMA
Massapprox. 10 g per device
Dimensions
Length73 mm
Diameter18 mm

Classifications

SystemClasscode
ECLASS 13.027270901
ECLASS 12.027270901
ECLASS 11.027270901
ECLASS 10.0.127270901
ECLASS 9.027270901
ECLASS 8.027270901
ECLASS 5.127270901
ETIM 9.0EC002716
ETIM 8.0EC002716
ETIM 7.0EC002716
ETIM 6.0EC002716
ETIM 5.0EC002716
UNSPSC 12.139121528

Details: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/161/166

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/59/161/166

Language Selection:
Brief InstructionsLanguageFile TypeFile Size
Instruction leaflet / BeipackzettelALLPDF805 KB

Design / Simulation: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/161/166

Language Selection:
CADLanguageFile TypeFile Size
CAD 3-D / CAD 3-DALLSTP2715 KB
CAD Portal / CAD PortalALLLINK---

Approvals: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/161/166

Language Selection:
CertificatesCert No.LanguageFile TypeFile Size
China CCC SDOC2020970305000263ALLPDF245 KB
Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity (P+F) / EU-Konformitäterklärung (P+F)DOC-5837AALLPDF233 KB

Associated Products: GA18-S/GK18-S/59/161/166

Accessories

Mounting flange, 18 mmfa
Mounting Bracket with swivel nutfa
Plastic mounting adapter, 18 mmfa
Universal mounting bracket for cylindrical sensors with a diameter of 5 ... 30 mmfa
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