Product Overview

The GTB10-F4431S12, part of SICK’s G10 sensor family, is a compact background-suppressing photoelectric sensor designed for long-range detection. Operating over a range from 20 mm to 1600 mm, it excels at precise object recognition in challenging industrial environments. Equipped with a rugged, rectangular housing and bright PinPoint LED, it’s engineered for reliable performance where space is tight. SICK

Key Technical Specifications

• Detection Performance

  • Sensing Range (Sn): 20 mm to 1600 mm (on 90% remission targets) SICK

  • Light Source: PinPoint LED, visible red, 625 nm; focused ~Ø 8 mm spot at 700 mm SICK

• Housing & Dimensions

  • Form Factor: Rectangular, 20 mm × 50 mm × 39 mm SICK+1

  • Material: ABS/PMMA sensor body; total weight ~35 g SICK

• Adjustability & Output

  • Adjustment: 5-turn potentiometer for sensitivity tuning SICK

  • Switching Output: PNP with complementary (light/dark) mode, up to 100 mA SICK

• Electrical Characteristics

  • Supply Voltage: 10–30 V DC (ripple < 5 Vpp) SICK

  • Current Draw: Approx. 20 mA SICK

  • Protections: Reverse-polarity, overload, interference suppression, short-circuit SICK

• Performance Metrics

  • Response Time: ≤ 2.5 ms; Switching Frequency: 200 Hz SICK

• Connectivity

  • Connector: M12, 4-pin male SICK

• Environmental Specifications

  • Ingress Rating: IP67 sealed for harsh environments SICK

  • Temperature Range: –30 °C to +60 °C operating; Storage to +70 °C SICKRS Online

  • Reliability (MTTFd): ~1,663 years SICK

• Certifications & Safety

  • Includes cULus and UL325 compliance when paired with protective hood SICK

  • Meets photobiological safety, CE, UKCA, China RoHS standards SICK

Engineering Insight

• Long-Range Precision with Compact Design
  Offers an expansive detection envelope (up to 1.6 m) in a slim 20 mm-wide housing—ideal for tight spaces such as conveyors, packaging systems, and robotics.

• Flexible Light/Dark Switching
  Enables adjustable triggering logic, supporting diverse application conditions and simplifying integration into existing control systems.

• Robust for Industrial Environments
  Comprehensive protective features and IP67 sealing ensure reliable operation in dusty, wet, or vibration-prone areas.

• Fast & Dependable Operation
  With fast switching speeds and exceptional MTTFd, it sustains high-performance cycles over extended operational lifetimes.

• Quick, Error-Minimized Installations
  Standard M12 interface and adjustment knobs simplify commissioning and maintenance—especially useful in production environments.

Suggested Product Page Description

SICK GTB10-F4431S12 — Background-Suppressing G10 Photoelectric Sensor (20 mm–1600 mm)

Built for long-range precision in compact spaces, this G10 sensor integrates a PinPoint LED beam and adjustable light/dark switching within a sleek 20 × 50 × 39 mm housing. Rugged and fast—with PNP output, rapid response, and extensive protective features—it reliably identifies objects up to 1.6 m away. IP67 rated and built to last, it suits demanding industrial setups like conveyors, packaging lines, and logistics systems.

Key Features:

• Long-range detection—20 mm to 1.6 m

• Compact design for dense automation layouts

• Light/dark selectable PNP output

• Rapid switching (200 Hz); response ≤ 2.5 ms

• Durable IP67 enclosure with extensive protection

• M12 connectivity and robust reliability with 1,663 years MTTFd