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Pepperl+Fuchs OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1
by Pepperl+Fuchs
Read verified buyer reviews ↓OverviewThe Pepperl+Fuchs OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1 is a rugged, high-performance retroreflective photoelectric sensor crafted for dependable object sensing in diverse industrial environments. Featuring a visible red LED with integrated polarization, it accurately identifies items up to 4 meters away, including those with challenging or reflective surfaces. Its durable construction, including a nickel-plated brass housing, IP67 rating, and standard M12 connection, ensures extended operational life and simple integration into existing automation systems. This sensor is an excellent choice for applications requiring precision, longevity, and consistent performance.Key Features Extended Detection Range: Reliably senses objects from 0 to 4 meters, making it suitable for a broad spectrum of uses with a compatible standard reflector. Advanced Light Technology: Utilizes modulated visible red light (660 nm) with a polarization filter, significantly improving detection by reducing glare and reflections from shiny objects. Adaptable Output: Provides a flexible PNP output, configurable for either light-on or dark-on switching to meet specific application needs. Industry-Standard Connection: Equipped with a sturdy 4-pin M12 connector, ensuring secure and direct electrical links in demanding industrial situations. Intuitive Status Displays: Integrated green LED for power, yellow LED for switching status, and a red LED for stability monitoring offer clear operational feedback at a glance. Quick Response Time: Boasts a response time of ≤ 1 ms, enabling rapid and efficient detection for high-speed operations. High Switching Frequency: Operates at a switching frequency of 500 Hz, ideal for fast-moving production lines and critical timing applications. Adjustable Sensitivity: A conveniently placed potentiometer on the housing allows for effortless and precise sensitivity adjustments to optimize performance for various object types and distances. Superior Environmental Protection: Complies with IP67 standards, guaranteeing complete protection against dust ingress and the effects of temporary water immersion, making it suitable for harsh conditions. Durable Enclosure Material: Constructed from premium nickel-plated brass, providing exceptional mechanical strength and resistance to corrosion. Optimized Optical Component: Features an optical face made from PMMA, known for its excellent transparency and resistance to environmental factors. Technical Specifications Model: OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1 Part Number: 087801 Operating Voltage: 10–30 V DC No-Load Supply Current: ≤ 25 mA Max Output Current: 100 mA Voltage Drop: ≤ 2.5 V Operating Temperature: -25°C to +55°C Mounting: M18 threaded barrel, 60 mm long Applications Conveyor Systems: Delivers accurate object sensing with reliable reflector feedback, ensuring smooth material flow and precise counting. Packaging Lines: Perfect for presence detection of transparent, glossy, or irregularly shaped items, enhancing packaging efficiency and reducing errors. Machine Automation: Guarantees consistent and dependable detection in a wide range of industrial machine control and automation tasks, even in challenging environments. Logistics and Warehousing: Excellent for box detection, counting, and tracking within logistics operations, contributing to improved inventory management and throughput. Why Choose This Model?The Pepperl+Fuchs OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1 stands as a top-tier option for demanding industrial sensing applications. Its impressive 4-meter sensing range offers adaptability across various setups, while the intelligent polarized bright red LED ensures unmatched glare immunity, enabling accurate detection of even highly reflective surfaces. Installation is remarkably simple thanks to the standard M12 connector, minimizing downtime and streamlining integration.Order NowUpgrade your automation system with the reliable and robust Pepperl+Fuchs OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1 retroreflective sensor. Contact Palm Parts Solution today to place your order or for more information.FAQWhat is the sensing range of the OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1?The sensor reliably detects objects from 0 to 4 meters when used with an appropriate standard reflector.Can this sensor detect reflective objects?Yes, the integrated polarization filter and advanced light source significantly enhance detection capabilities, even for reflective or glossy surfaces, by minimizing glare.What kind of output does this sensor have?It features a versatile PNP output, configurable for either light-on or dark-on switching modes to suit diverse application requirements.What is the protection rating of this sensor?The OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1 boasts an IP67 protection rating, ensuring complete resistance to dust ingress and temporary immersion in water, making it suitable for harsh industrial conditions.
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Pepperl+Fuchs OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1
Overview
This is a genuine Pepperl+Fuchs component from the Other Pepperl+Fuchs Products family. PalmPartsSolution stocks it in new, refurbished, and surplus condition with tested warranty and same-day shipping on in-stock units.
Whether you are sourcing a like-for-like replacement for an existing installation, an emergency spare to keep a line running, or a qualified part for a new build, our team can confirm availability, revision, and lead time before you order.
Key Features
- Genuine Pepperl+Fuchs catalog part
- Tested before shipment
- Backed by PalmPartsSolution warranty
- Cross-reference and revision assistance available
- Compatible with the broader Pepperl+Fuchs automation ecosystem
- Engineered to integrate inside Other Pepperl+Fuchs Products installations
Compatibility
When ordering, match the full catalog/part number, hardware revision, and firmware revision called out by your Pepperl+Fuchs equipment. Where applicable, confirm:
- Input/output voltage and current rating
- Communication protocol and network role
- Mounting form factor and footprint
- Operating temperature, humidity, and IP rating
- Required certifications (UL, CE, ATEX, marine, etc.)
Not sure which revision you need? Send us the catalog number on the nameplate and we will confirm the correct match.
Replacement Information
Three ways to source this part through PalmPartsSolution:
- Exact replacement — same Pepperl+Fuchs catalog number, new or refurbished, tested and warrantied
- Form-fit-function equivalent — alternate revision or build that drops in without code changes
- Engineered migration — current-generation Pepperl+Fuchs platform with documented conversion notes for the Other Pepperl+Fuchs Products family
Contact our engineering team if you need help choosing between these tracks.
Technical Specifications
- Model: OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1
- Part Number: 087801
- Operating Voltage: 10–30 V DC
- No-Load Supply Current: ≤ 25 mA
- Max Output Current: 100 mA
- Voltage Drop: ≤ 2.5 V
- Operating Temperature: -25°C to +55°C
- Mounting: M18 threaded barrel, 60 mm long
Applications
- Conveyor Systems: Delivers accurate object sensing with reliable reflector feedback, ensuring smooth material flow and precise counting.
- Packaging Lines: Perfect for presence detection of transparent, glossy, or irregularly shaped items, enhancing packaging efficiency and reducing errors.
- Machine Automation: Guarantees consistent and dependable detection in a wide range of industrial machine control and automation tasks, even in challenging environments.
- Logistics and Warehousing: Excellent for box detection, counting, and tracking within logistics operations, contributing to improved inventory management and throughput.
Why Choose the OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1?
The Pepperl+Fuchs OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1 stands as a top-tier option for demanding industrial sensing applications. Its impressive 4-meter sensing range offers adaptability across various setups, while the intelligent polarized bright red LED ensures unmatched glare immunity, enabling accurate detection of even highly reflective surfaces. Installation is remarkably simple thanks to the standard M12 connector, minimizing downtime and streamlining integration.
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- ▸Bulk pricing: Volume discounts on request — contact our sales team for quantity quotes.
- ▸Buy with confidence: Every OBS4000-18GM60-E5-V1 ships with a 1-Year PALM Parts warranty and a 30-day return window.
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