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Pepperl Fuchs GLV18-55-G/73/120 – Retroreflective sensor
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | Retroreflective Sensors |
| Lifecycle | Active |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
Shipping & availability
When can GLV18-55-G/73/120 be shipped?
GLV18-55-G/73/120 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 GLV18-55-G/73/120 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?
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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 GLV18-55-G/73/120, subject to availability and destination.
• 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
Retroreflective sensor for glass detection, M18 threaded housing design, plastic housing, front optical face, 2.5 m detection range, red light, light/dark on, DC version, 2 PNP outputs, M12 plug, 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
Specifications
General specifications
| Order code (Pepperl+Fuchs part number) | 214916 |
| Effective detection range | 0 ... 2.5 m in glass mode; 0 ... 5 m in normal mode |
| Reflector distance | 0 ... 2.5 m in glass mode; 0 ... 5 m in normal mode |
| Threshold detection range | 6.5 m |
| Reference target | reflector C110-2 |
| Light source | LED |
| Light type | modulated visible red light , 640 nm |
| Polarization filter | yes |
| Diameter of the light spot | approx. 370 mm at 6.5 m ; 50 mm at 1 m |
| Opening angle | approx. 2 ° |
| Optical face | frontal |
| Ambient light limit | 30000 Lux |
| Lifecycle | Active (current Pepperl+Fuchs product) |
Functional safety related parameters
| MTTFd | 1260 a |
| Mission Time (TM) | 20 a |
| Diagnostic Coverage (DC) | 0 % |
Indicators/operating means
| Operation indicator | LED green, statically lit Power on, blinking with 2 Hz or 4 Hz in Teach-In mode |
| Function indicator | LED yellow: In retro-reflective mode: Lights up when light beam is free; flashing if signal is short of operating reserve, is 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 elements | potentiometer for Teach-In and Mode selection |
| Contrast detection levels | 18 % - clear glass bottles |
Electrical specifications
| Operating voltage | 10 ... 30 V DC UB |
| No-load supply current | < 15 mA I0 |
Output
| Switching type | light/dark on |
| Signal output | 2 PNP, complementary, short-circuit protected, open collectors |
| Switching voltage | max. 30 V DC |
| Switching current | max. 100 mA |
| Voltage drop | ≤ 1.5 V DC Ud |
| Switching frequency | 1 kHz f |
| Response time | ≤ 0.5 ms |
Conformity
| Product standard | EN 60947-5-2 |
Approvals and certificates
| Protection class | II, Rated insulation voltage ≤ 50 V AC with pollution degree 1-2 according to IEC 60664-1 |
| UL approval | cULus Listed, Class 2 Power Source |
| CCC approval | CCC 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 protection | IP67 |
| Connection | 4-pin, M12 x 1 connector |
| Material: Housing | PC |
| Material: Optical face | PMMA |
| Material: Connector | plastic |
| Mass | approx. 10 g |
| Dimensions: Length | 43.9 mm |
| Dimensions: Diameter | 18 mm |
| Dimensions: Thread size | M18 |
Downloads & documentation
Official documents from Pepperl Fuchs, downloaded directly from the manufacturer.
Data sheets & manuals
| Datasheet GLV18-55-G/73/120 | |
| Instruction Manual | PDF · 150 kB |
| Commissioning Instructions | PDF · 465 kB |
CAD & dimension drawings
| 3-D model (STEP) GLV18-6/25/103/159 | STP · 672 kB |
Certificates (3)
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