Micro Detectors – SS6/AP‑1K – M18 Tubular Diffuse Photoelectric Sensor (PNP)

The Micro Detectors SS6/AP‑1K is a robust M18 tubular diffuse photoelectric sensor with a PNP output, designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation environments. With selectable light‑ON/dark‑ON switching modes and a versatile sensing range, it is ideal for medium-distance detection applications.

Key Features:

• Model: SS6/AP‑1K

• Sensor Type: Diffuse (reflective) photoelectric sensor with axial optics; PNP output (indicated by “AP”)  

• Housing: M18 tubular, plastic or stainless body, IP67 (typical for SS‑SP series)

• Selectable Switching: Light‑ON or dark‑ON modes via integrated control  

• Sensing Range: Approximately 400–600 mm (typical for SS6 series)  

• Supply Voltage: 10–30 V DC; current consumption ≤ 30 mA  

• Load Current: Up to 100 mA; output voltage drop ≤ 2 V

• Switching Frequency: ~250 Hz (standard for the SS‑SP lineup)  

• Protection: Reverse polarity and short-circuit protection; EMC compliance per EN 60947‑5‑2

• Indicators: LED status indicator for power/output

• Environment: IP67 sealed, operating temperature typically –25 °C to +70 °C