{"product_id":"uc6000-30gm-e6-v1-pepperl-fuchs-ultrasonic-sensor-uc-series","title":"UC6000-30GM-E6-V1 Pepperl+Fuchs Ultrasonic Sensor UC Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for non-contact distance measurement and echo runtime evaluation in automated positioning loops, the \u003cstrong\u003ePepperl+Fuchs UC6000-30GM-E6-V1\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eUC6000-30GM\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultrasonic Sensor) provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNomenclature \u0026amp; Structural Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUC\u003c\/strong\u003e: Single-head ultrasonic transducer series architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6000\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maximum operational sensing range of 6000 mm (350 to 6000 mm evaluation window).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30GM\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cylindrical threaded M30 x 1.5 metal housing construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eE6\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dual discrete switching outputs (2 x PNP contacts, NO\/NC programmable).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eV1\u003c\/strong\u003e: Integrated M12 x 1, 4-pin male quick disconnect connector interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Performance Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUC6000-30GM-E6-V1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePepperl+Fuchs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 210 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 mm Diameter x 140 mm Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-25 to 70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo-load current \u0026lt;= 60 mA (at 24 VDC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensing Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 mm to 6000 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 to 30 VDC (ripple 10% peak-to-peak)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 PNP transistor outputs, short-circuit protected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM12 x 1 plug connector, 4-pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInterface Protection and Industrial Barrier Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated signal conditioner maintains high surge voltage protection limits against industrial supply line spikes and electrostatic discharges. Mechanical threading guarantees robust mounting stability, avoiding blind-zone blind spots and maintaining low protocol conversion latencies across associated field signal isolators and intrinsic safety (Ex i) barriers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssembly Deliverables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Pepperl+Fuchs UC6000-30GM-E6-V1 Ultrasonic Sensor Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Brass Nickel-Plated M30 Retaining Lock Nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Rubber Sealing Washer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Setup \u0026amp; Mechanical Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSensor Orientation and Alignment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount the M30 threaded body using the included lock nuts, securing perpendicular alignment between the ultrasonic transducer face and the target surface to prevent signal attenuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConnector Pinout Termination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect a pre-molded M12 4-pin female cordset to the V1 connector. Wire DC positive to pin 1 (10-30 VDC), DC negative to pin 3 (0 V), and PNP outputs to pin 2 and pin 4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNoise Mitigation and Shielding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute sensor cabling away from variable frequency drive motor leads. Connect the cable shield directly to the central control panel earth bus to suppress high-frequency acoustic EMI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat defines the blind zone for the UC6000-30GM-E6-V1 transducer face?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObjects located within 0 to 350 mm from the sensing surface enter the blind zone and cause invalid echo evaluation or output toggling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow are the switching points for the dual PNP outputs adjusted?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitching windows are adjusted via target teach-in procedures on the rear panel interface or through external programming wire inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan the sensor operate directly in outdoor environments subject to ice accumulation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIce build-up directly on the ultrasonic transducer surface restricts acoustic membrane vibration and generates persistent fault states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does ambient temperature variation affect distance measurement accuracy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSound velocity shifts with air temperature; an internal temperature compensation circuit dynamically corrects distance scaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat electrical safety features protect the dual PNP switching outputs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutputs incorporate full short-circuit and reverse-polarity protection to prevent internal driver burnout during improper field wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does target surface angle impact acoustic echo reception?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeflecting surfaces angled greater than 3 deg relative to the acoustic axis reflect sound waves away, reducing effective detection range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat pinout standard applies to the integrated V1 plug connector?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V1 connector adheres to standard M12 4-pin assignments: Pin 1 (+UB), Pin 2 (Output 2), Pin 3 (0V), and Pin 4 (Output 1).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes acoustic interference occur when operating two sensors in close physical proximity?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting adjacent units closer than the sound cone dispersion angle causes crosstalk, requiring staggered positioning or synchronization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pepperl+Fuchs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47508765081773,"sku":"UC6000-30GM-E6-V1","price":426.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/uc6000-30gm-e6r2-v15_1.jpg?v=1789090749","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/uc6000-30gm-e6-v1-pepperl-fuchs-ultrasonic-sensor-uc-series","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}