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Pepperl Fuchs GL30-RT/30/40a/98a – Photoelectric slot sensor
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | Slot and Slot Grid Sensors |
| Lifecycle | Active |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
Shipping & availability
When can GL30-RT/30/40a/98a be shipped?
GL30-RT/30/40a/98a is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.
Can I pick up GL30-RT/30/40a/98a in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
Yes — mention it when you request a quote for GL30-RT/30/40a/98a and we'll include express shipping options in our reply.
My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?
For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for GL30-RT/30/40a/98a, subject to availability and destination.
• Optimized for the detection of small parts
• High switching frequency
• Multiple device installation possible, no mutual interference (no cross-talk)
• Sensitivity adjuster and light-on/dark-on changeover switch as standard features of this series
• Visible red light
• Degree of protection IP67
• cULus approval
• Diecast zinc housing, powder coated
Photoelectric slot sensor, zinc pressure diecast housing, 30 mm slot width, red light, light/dark on, sensitivity adjuster, DC version, NPN output, 3-pin M8 plug, Optimized for the detection of small parts, High switching frequency, Multiple device installation possible, no mutual interference (no cross-talk), Sensitivity adjuster and light-on/dark-on changeover switch as standard features of this series, Visible red light
Specifications
General specifications
| Order code (Pepperl+Fuchs part number) | 201766 |
| Light source | LED |
| Light type | modulated visible red light |
| Target size | 0.3 mm |
| Slot width | 30 mm |
| Slot depth | 35 mm |
| Ambient light limit | 100000 Lux |
| Lifecycle | Active (current Pepperl+Fuchs product) |
Functional safety related parameters
| MTTFd | 1290 a |
| Mission Time (TM) | 20 a |
| Diagnostic Coverage (DC) | 0 % |
Indicators/operating means
| Function indicator | LED red in connector |
| Control elements | Sensitivity adjuster, light/dark switch |
Electrical specifications
| Operating voltage | 10 ... 30 V DC UB |
| Ripple | 10 % |
| No-load supply current | ≤ 15 mA I0 |
Output
| Switching type | light/dark on |
| Signal output | 1 NPN, short-circuit protected open collector |
| Switching voltage | max. 30 V DC |
| Switching current | max. 100 mA |
| Repeat accuracy | 0.05 mm |
| Switching frequency | 3 kHz f |
| Response time | ≤ 160 µs |
Conformity
| Product standard | EN 60947-5-2 |
Approvals and certificates
| CE conformity | CE |
| UL approval | cULus Listed, Class 2 Power Source, Type 1 enclosure |
| CCC approval | CCC approval / marking not required for products rated ≤36 V |
Ambient conditions
| Ambient temperature | -20 ... 60 °C (-4 ... 140 °F) |
| Storage temperature | -20 ... 75 °C (-4 ... 167 °F) |
Mechanical specifications
| Degree of protection | IP67 |
| Connection | M8 connector, 3-pin |
| Material: Housing | powder coated diecast zinc |
| Material: Optical face | glass |
| Mass | 60 g |
| Dimensions: Height | 50 mm |
| Dimensions: Width | 10 mm |
| Dimensions: Length | 60 mm |
Downloads & documentation
Official documents from Pepperl Fuchs, downloaded directly from the manufacturer.
Data sheets & manuals
| Datasheet GL30-RT/30/40a/98a | |
| Instruction Manual | PDF · 150 kB |
| Commissioning Instructions | PDF · 391 kB |
CAD & dimension drawings
| 3-D model (STEP) GL30-RT/30/40a/98a | STP · 237 kB |
Certificates (3)
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