SICK G6 Photoelectric Sensor

SICK G6 Photoelectric Sensor

Brand: SICK

Product Series: G6

Category: Photoelectric Sensor / Industrial Automation Sensor

Product Overview

The SICK G6 Photoelectric Sensor is a compact industrial sensor designed for reliable object detection, presence sensing and automation applications. The G6 family combines compact housing with SICK optical and electronic technology and is available in different configurations, including photoelectric proximity, through-beam and other sensing variants depending on the exact model.

Its small size makes the G6 suitable for machinery where installation space is limited, while selected versions offer features such as PinPoint LED, laser technology, background suppression and rugged IP67/IP69K protection.

Why Choose SICK G6?

The SICK G6 series is designed for applications where reliable detection, compact installation and consistent machine operation are important. SICK uses its own ASIC technology in the G6 family for optical signal evaluation, while selected variants provide user-friendly adjustment and highly visible indicator LEDs.

Key Features

Compact industrial photoelectric sensor

SICK G6 sensor family

Reliable non-contact object detection

PinPoint LED and laser variants available

Visible red or infrared light depending on model

Background-suppression variants available

Through-beam variants available

Easy installation and adjustment on applicable models

Metal mounting inserts on the G6 family

IP67 and IP69K protection available depending on variant

Plastic and stainless-steel housing options

Suitable for demanding industrial environments

SICK G6 Applications

The SICK G6 Photoelectric Sensor can be used for:

Object presence detection

Conveyor automation

Packaging machines

Material handling

Assembly lines

Production machinery

Position detection

Object counting

Food and beverage machinery

Machine automation

Logistics applications

Washdown applications with suitable stainless-steel variants

SICK specifically identifies applications in environments with high cleaning requirements, harsh mechanical conditions and applications where compact sensor dimensions are important.

Technical Details

Because G6 is a product family rather than one single sensor, specifications vary according to the complete model/part number.

Specification G6 Series

Brand SICK

Series G6

Product Type Photoelectric Sensor

Detection Non-contact object detection

Functional Principles Variant dependent

Light Source LED / PinPoint LED / Laser, depending on model

Light Type Visible red / infrared, depending on model

Housing Plastic / metal, depending on variant

Protection IP67 / IP69K, depending on variant

Adjustment Potentiometer / none, depending on model

Application Industrial automation

For example, SICK lists G6 variants with dimensions ranging around 12 × 31.5 × 21 mm to 15 × 44 × 22 mm, demonstrating the compact form factor of the family.

Important: Before purchasing, verify the complete G6 part number, because sensing range, output, supply voltage, sensing principle and connection can differ between models.