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HL18T-P4A3BH | Photoelectric sensors

BRAND: SICK
SKU: 1078824
$414.60 List price: $521.10
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The SICK HL18T-P4A3BH is a robust photoelectric retro-reflective sensor designed for precise object detection including transparent objects, featuring a dual lens system, visible red light, and high protection ratings suitable for industrial environments.

Product Name/Title: HL18T-P4A3BH | Photoelectric sensors

Brand: SICK

SKU: 1078824

Alternatively Known As: Photoelectric sensor, Retro-reflective sensor, Optical sensor, Industrial photo sensor, SICK HL18T sensor

Technical Specifications
  • Functional principle: Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor with dual lens system
  • Sensing range: 0.1 m to 2.5 m
  • Light source: PinPoint LED, visible red light at 631 nm wavelength
  • Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC with ripple < 5 V pp
  • Current consumption: ≤ 20 mA
  • Switching output: PNP complementary with light/dark switching
  • Output current max: ≤ 100 mA
  • Response time: ≤ 0.5 ms
  • Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
  • Connection type: Male M12, 4-pin connector
  • Housing material: Plastic VISTAL®, optics material: PMMA
  • Enclosure rating: IP67 and IP69K
  • Operating temperature range: -40 °C to +70 °C
  • Storage temperature range: -40 °C to +75 °C
  • Weight: 18 g
  • Includes fastening nut M18, plastic, black, flat
  • EMC compliance: EN 60947-5-2
  • Dimensions (H x L x W): 48.5mm x 31.8mm x 16.2mm
  • Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
  • Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor with dual lens system for minimum distance to reflector
  • Visible red light with PinPoint LED light source
  • Sensing range from 0.1 m to 2.5 m
  • Signal strength light bar for easy adjustment
  • Light/dark switching with sensitivity and switching adjustment potentiometers
  • Housing made of durable VISTAL® plastic with PMMA optics
  • Protection rating IP67 and IP69K for harsh environments
  • Polarizing filter included to reduce interference
  • Fast response time of ≤ 0.5 ms and switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
  • Male M12 4-pin connector for easy connection
Professional Installation Requirements
  • Installation by a qualified electrician or technician is recommended to ensure proper connection and compliance with electrical standards.
Applications
  • Industrial automation for object detection
  • Detecting transparent objects in manufacturing
  • Use in harsh environments requiring IP67/IP69K protection
Standards & Compliance
  • AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
  • Low power consumption with supply voltage from 10 V DC to 30 V DC
  • Durable housing reduces waste by extending product life
  • High electromagnetic compatibility reduces interference and electronic waste
Warranty Information

Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.

Available Now

The SICK HL18T-P4A3BH Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and object detection applications.