96M1825 ● Environmental conditions
To use the GT-70A Series properly and safely, do not install the GT-70A
Multipurpose Digital Contact Sensor
GT-70A Series Instruction Manual
Safety Precautions
■ General cautions
• At startup and during operation, be sure to monitor the function
performance of the GT-70A Series.
• Do not modify the GT-70A Series or use it in any way other than
described in the specifications. The function performance of
products used or modified in this way cannot be guaranteed.
• When the GT-70A Series is used in combination with other
instruments, function performance may be degraded, depending on
operating conditions and the surrounding environment. Use the GT-
70A Series after fully studying the effect of combined use with other
instruments.
• Do not use the GT-70A Series for the purpose of protecting the
human body.
• Do not expose the GT-70A Series and peripheral devices to sudden
temperature change. This may cause condensation, damaging the
equipment.
If the following conditions are encountered,
immediately turn OFF the power. Continuing to use
the GT-70A Series under these abnormal conditions
may cause equipment failure.
WARNING • When water or foreign matter enters the controller
• When the GT-70A Series is dropped or the housing
is damaged
• When the GT-70A Series produces smoke or an
abnormal smell
• Do not use the GT-70A Series with a voltage other
than specified voltage, as this may cause fire,
WARNING electric shock or equipment failure.
• Do not disassemble or modify the GT-70A Series.
This may cause fire or electric shock.
• Be sure to turn OFF the power of the GT-70A Series and
any connected devices before connecting or
disconnecting the cables. Otherwise, there may be a risk
CAUTION of damage.
• Do not turn OFF the power while setting parameters.
Otherwise, the settings may be partially or completely lost.
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Series in the following locations. Use of this equipment in an improper
environment may cause equipment failure.
• Locations with high humidity, a large amount of dust, or poor ventilation
• Locations where the temperature rises excessively due to direct
sunlight, etc.
• Locations near corrosive or flammable gas
• Locations where the GT-70A Series is directly subjected to
vibration or impact
• Locations where water, oil or chemicals may come into contact with
the GT-70A Series
• Locations where static electricity may easily occur
● Noise countermeasures
Installation near the noise source such as a power source and a
power cable may cause malfunction or failure of the equipment.
Adopt appropriate countermeasures against noise by using a noise
filter or wiring cables in separate ducts, attaching insulation to the
amplifier or the sensor head, etc.
● Effects of ambient temperature
Change in ambient temperature may cause detection errors. Keep
ambient temperature at a constant level.
It will take about 40 minutes for the internal temperature distribution
of the equipment to completely adjust when the ambient
temperature has changed by 10°C.
● Warming up
Wait about 30 minutes after the power is turned ON before beginning
operation. Immediately after the power is turned ON, the circuit
becomes unstable, possibly causing the indicated value to slightly
fluctuate.
● Handling of the sensor head
• The GT-70A Series and peripheral devices are precision machines.
Do not drop, or cause any other impact to these devices.
• Do not apply weight greater than what is listed below to the spindle part.
Do not apply torque in the rotation direction. Otherwise the spindle may
break.
• Although the sensor head has a waterproof structure, avoid using in
water or in the place where liquid such as water and oil may come into
contact with the sensor head.
1N
30 N 100 N
● Extending cable between amplifier and sensor head
Do not cut or extend the cable between the amplifier and the sensor
head. This may change the characteristics, causing the
specifications not to be satisfied.
● Power supply
• Noise superimposed on the power supply may cause malfunction.
Be sure to use the DC stabilized power supply provided with an
insulation transformer.
• In the case of a commercially available switching regulator, be
sure to ground the frame ground terminal or the ground terminal.
● Effects of vibration
Vibrating the detection target may cause fluctuation in the indicated
value. In this case, extend the response time. This ensures more
accurate detection values.
● Effects of magnetic fields
Contact by an external magnetic field to the sensor head will
influence the output. Avoid installing the GT-70A Series near motors
or other equipment and devices that generate strong magnetic
fields.
● About dust protective boot
An optional dust protective boot is available (GT-H10: OP-78041, GT-
H22: OP-78042) for when the included dust protective boot has been
cracked or damaged. Please note that we cannot guarantee the
protection rating IP67 when the optional part is used. If you need a
guarantee for the protection rating IP67, replace the sensor head
itself.
 CE Mark ● DIN rail mounting type (Expansion unit)
This section describes how to mount the DIN rail mounting type: GT-
72A/72AP (Expansion unit).
The GT-70A Series conforms to CE regulations in Europe.
The applicable regulations (EMC directive) are as follows. The expansion unit can only be used in addition to the main unit.
Up to nine expansion units can be added to one main unit.
EMI：EN61326, classA
EMS：EN61326 • When adding an amplifier (expansion unit), be
sure the power of both main and expansion
Package Contents units is OFF before operation. Mounting when
CAUTION the power is ON may damage the equipment.
• Be sure to completely contact an expansion unit
The product package of each model should include the following items. to a main unit. Oblique or improper connections
Check that all items are included before use. may damage the equipment.
■ Amplifier parts
Note
● DIN rail mounting type • When adding an expansion unit(s), be sure to use a
24 VDC power supply.
GT-71A/GT-71AP (Main unit) GT-72A/GT-72AP (Expansion unit)
• An expansion unit of different output type cannot be
P-H P-H
added (for example, an expansion unit of NPN output
HI B-H HI B-H
P-P P-P

cannot be added to a main unit of PNP output).

GO CALC GO CALC
LO LO
SET SET
1 1
2 2
3 3
TIM TIM
HI SET HI SET

• An expansion unit of the DIN rail mounting type cannot

PV PV
LO PRES LO PRES
ET ET
MO MO
DE DE
SER SER
IES IES

be added to a main unit of the panel mounting type.

Amplifier x 1 Instruction manual x 1 Amplifier x 1

● Panel mounting type 1 Detach the expansion cover of the main unit.
GT-75A/GT-75AP (Main unit) GT-76A/GT-76AP (Expansion unit) Main unit

HI
GO
LO
P-H
B-H
P-P
CALC
HI
GO
LO
P-H
B-H
P-P
CALC Expansion cover
1
2
3
TIM
Amplifier x 1 1
2
3
TIM
HI
Amplifier x 1
HI RV
RV LO PRESET
LO PRESET

Panel mounting bracket x 1 Panel mounting bracket x 1

2 Mount the expansion unit to be added to the DIN rail.
Refer to page 2, "DIN rail mounting type (Main unit)", for details
about how to mount.

Front protective cover x 1 Front protective cover x 1 3 Push and fix the expansion unit to the connector of the main
unit until it clicks.
Main unit
Power cable (2 m) x 1
Expansion cable (50 mm) x 1 Expansion unit
(Number of conductors: 8)

Power cable (2 m) x 1
Instruction manual x 1
(Number of conductors: 6) Connector

■ Sensor head parts 4 Mount the end units (OP-26751: a set of two pieces) on both
GT-H10/GT-H22 GT-H10L/GT-H22L sides of the amplifiers (the main unit and the expansion unit),
then fix the end units with screws on the upper part of each
end unit (2 points x 2 units).

Sensor head x 1 The mounting method of the end unit is the same as that of the
amplifier.
Handling instruction x 1

We have taken all possible precautions in packaging; however, if any parts

End unit
are found to be defective or broken, please contact your nearest KEYENCE
sales office. End unit

Mounting the Amplifier and Wiring

■ Mounting the amplifier ● Panel mounting type (Main unit)

● DIN rail mounting type (Main unit) This section describes how to mount the panel mounting type: GT-
75A/GT-75AP (Main unit).
This section describes how to mount the DIN rail mounting type: GT-
71A/71AP (Main unit). 1 Create a panel opening for mounting referring to the
dimensions below.
1 Fit the tab of the lower part of the (3) 45
main unit to the DIN rail. While (unit: mm)

inserting the main unit in the

direction of Arrow (1), push the body
X=24 x (Number of amplifier unit -1)+21
down in the direction of Arrow (2).
X

(1)
(2)
2 To detach the amplifier, while
pushing the main unit in the
direction of Arrow (1), pull the body
63 min.
up in the direction of Arrow (3).
When using a fixture (OP-76877), mount as shown below.
+0.4
21 -0

45 Panel cut dimension

Fixture: OP-76877 2 Insert the main unit, back end first, into the opening of the
panel.

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3 Insert the panel mounting bracket in the direction shown below ● I/O cable
into the main unit from the back, then fit the front protective The following illustrates the I/O power cable (also applicable to the
cover to the main unit face. panel mounting type).
Front protective cover Refer to page 10 of this manual for details about I/O circuits.
Amplifier
Panel Brown *1
Blue *1 12-24 VDC
Panel mounting bracket
Black
HIGH output
White
LOW output
Gray
GO output
Pink
To detach the panel mounting bracket, pull it while pushing apart the PRESET input
Violet
tabs provided on its both ends. BANK A, or RESET input *2
Pink/Violet
BANK B, or TIMING input *3

*1 Expansion units (GT-72A/72AP/76A/76AP) do not include brown and blue cables.

Power supply is 24 VDC when an expansion unit(s) is added.
*2 Default: BANK A input
Tab *3 Default: TIMING input

● Panel mounting type (Expansion unit)

Connecting and Mounting the Sensor Head
This section describes how to mount the panel mounting type: GT-
76A/76AP (Expansion unit).
The expansion unit can only be used in addition to the main unit. ■ Names of parts of the sensor head
Up to nine expansion units can be added to one main unit.
• Turn OFF the power before connecting the
expansion cable. Inserting or pulling the cable Indicator
when the power is turned ON may damage the
Connection
CAUTION equipment. Dust protective boot
plug
• Be sure to completely connect the expansion
Spindle
cable. Oblique or improper connections may
damage the equipment.
Dust protective boot*
Note Contact point Contact point
• When adding an expansion unit(s), be sure to use a
24 VDC power supply. * Not included in the GT-H10L and GT-H22L.
• An expansion unit of different output type cannot be
added (for example, an expansion unit of NPN output ■ Connecting the sensor head
cannot be added to a main unit of PNP output). ● DIN rail mounting type
• An expansion unit of the panel mounting type cannot
be added to a main unit of the DIN rail mounting type. 1 Switch the connection plug of the sensor head to "unlocked",
then insert it into the connector on the side face of the
1 Create panel openings for mounting according to the number of amplifier.
expansion units to be mounted (the expansion unit to be added).
Refer to page 2, "Panel mounting type (Main unit)", for details about
panel cut dimensions.
2 Mount the amplifier (the expansion unit to be added) to the panel. Unlocked
Refer to page 2, "Panel mounting type (Main unit)", for details about
how to mount. 2 Turn the round end of the connection plug clockwise until it
3 Connect the amplifiers (the main unit and the expansion unit) clicks to switch to "locked".
with an expansion cable.

Expansion cable
click
Locked

• To detach the connection plug of the sensor head, follow the

above procedures in the opposite order.

■ Wiring of amplifier ● Panel mounting type

● How to connect the power cable to the panel mounting type

1 Switch the connection plug of the sensor head to "unlocked",
then insert it into the connector on the back face of the
The accessory power cable (I/O cable) must be connected to the amplifier.
amplifier of the panel mounting type.

click
Unlocked
Power cable
(When connecting the power cable) (When disconnecting the power cable) 2 Turn the round end of the connection plug clockwise until it
clicks to switch to "locked".
Note • The number of power cable conductors is different
between the main unit and the expansion unit (Main
unit: 8 conductors, Expansion unit: 6 conductors).
• The power of the expansion unit is supplied through click Locked
the expansion cable being connected to the main
unit. If the I/O line of the expansion unit is not used,
• To detach the connection plug of the sensor head, follow the
cut the cable at the edge of the connector.
above procedures in the opposite order.

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■ Mounting the sensor head ● Mounting on the side of a surface
To mount the sensor head on the side face of a table, use the
● Mounting directly to the jig
optional Head mounting bracket B (OP-76875).
Before mounting the sensor head directory to the jig, create a hole
Mounting illustration Optional Head mounting
on the jig. Attach the sensor head using the optional Head mounting
bracket B (OP-76875)
bracket A (OP-76874).
Mounting illustration Optional Head mounting
bracket A (OP-76874)
Tightening sleeve Nut Mounting bracket

Tightening sleeve Nut

1 Insert the tightening sleeve into the mounting bracket from the
side with a depression, and loosely tighten with the nut.
Key wrench
Tightening sleeve

1 Cut the jig to create a sensor head mounting hole referring to

Mounting bracket
the illustration below.

Tightening sleeve insertion side Nut mounting side

Nut Notice the correct angle of the tightening sleeve.

C0.5 to C1.0

φ10 G8( +0.027

+0.005 ) Note • If the sleeve is inserted from the wrong side, the
5.5 to 11.3
sensor head cannot be secured.
2 Insert the tightening sleeve into the hole (from the recessed • Strongly tightening the nut without the sensor head
side), and loosely tighten with the nut. inserted may deform the tightening nut.

Tightening sleeve
Recessed side 2 Insert the sensor head into the tightening sleeve, and tighten
the nut with a wrench.

Nut
Nut
Wrench
Note Strongly tightening the nut without the sensor head Dust protective boot
inserted may deform the tightening nut.

3 Insert the sensor head in the tightening sleeve. While securing Note Never apply tightening torque over 10 N•m
the tightening sleeve with the included key wrench, tighten the
(The recommended tightening torque is 5 to 7 N•m).
nut with a separate wrench.
Use the wrench that fits the width of the nut.

Wrench
3 Secure the sensor head with M4 screws.
M4 screws

Key wrench

Dust protective boot

Note • Never apply tightening torque over 10 N•m

(The recommended tightening torque is 5 to 7 N•m). Note • Never apply tightening torque over 1.4 N•m.
• Care must be taken not to damage the dust protective • Care must be taken not to damage the dust protective
boot when tightening. boot when tightening.

4 Rotate the dust protective boot so that the side line is straight. 4 Rotate the dust protective boot so that the side line is straight.
Check with the spindle pushed in. Check with the spindle pushed in.

Note • If the dust protective boot is not straight, it becomes Note • If the dust protective boot is not straight, it becomes
easier to damage when the spindle is moved. easier to damage when the spindle is moved.
• If the end of the sensor head cable is bent repeatedly, • If the end of the sensor head cable is bent repeatedly,
the cable may break. the cable may break.

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How to detach the contact point
While securing the spindle with the accessory key wrench, detach the contact
point with pliers. Then attach a new contact point.
Spindle
Pliers
Contact point
Key wrench Cover the contact
point with a cloth
Note
• Detach the sensor head before replacing the contact point.
• When applying pliers to the contact point, be sure not to
rotate the main part and cover the contact point with a
cloth.
• Never apply tightening torque over 0.2 Nym when attaching a
contact point. Note that tightening torque 0.002 Nym or less
should be applied only when attaching a fluorine contained
resin contact (OP-80228). Do not use pliers, but place it with
your fingers. (Applying an adhesive, a thread locking agent, is
recommended to prevent the nut from getting loose.)
• Fix the roller contact point or the offset contact point
with the fixing nut in the same direction as in actual use.
Applying an adhesive, a thread locking agent, is
recommended to prevent the nut from getting loose.
• Position the roller contact point carefully in the proper
direction. Care must be taken not to apply misdirected
force to the shaft.
Amplifier display
■ Names of parts of the amplifier
Digital LED display Status indicator Arrow buttons
Detection level
indicator
[SET] button
Bank indicator Bar LEDs Preset indicator
Timing input indicator HIGH position indicator/ PV indicator
LOW position indicator
■ Digital LED display
The main display during detection can be switched to the displays as
shown below by pressing the left/right Arrow buttons.
1. P.V. value display
6. Preset value setup display 2. Calculated value display*
5. LOW setting value display 3. R.V. value display
4. HIGH setting value display
* The display of 2. Calculated value display will appear only when an
expansion unit(s) is added.
1. P.V. value display ([P.V. = Present Value] Criterion value display)
Displays a value to be used for output judgment.
2. Calculated value display
Displays a calculated value such as a maximum or minimum value
of plural detection points created when adding an expansion unit(s)
(Displayed only when an expansion unit(s) is added).
3. R.V. value display ([R.V. = Raw Value] Raw value display)
Displays an actual detection value of the detection target.
4. HIGH setting value display
Displays/Sets an upper limit value of the range of the detection target.
5. LOW setting value display
Displays/Sets a lower limit value of the range of the detection target.
6. Preset value setup display
Displays/Sets an arbitrary value to be added to or subtracted from
the display value.
Zero-Point Correction
When you use this equipment for the first time or after the sensor head
is changed, be sure to correct the reference zero point.
Note • Zero-point correction is disabled when "------", "- FFFF"
or "FFFF" is displayed.
• Perform zero-point correction approx. every 1 million times
of use.
■ Setup using buttons
1 Set any main display and perform
the detection of the detection
target (master workpiece) to
serve as a reference for zero-
point correction.
Master workpiece
2 While the state of the master workpiece is being detected, press
the top/bottom Arrow buttons simultaneously.
After "PrESEt" has blinked several times on the digital LED display of
the amplifier, "0.000"* will appear.
The zero-correction is completed.
* When the preset function is set, the preset value will appear.
■ Setup using external input (Pink line)
1 Perform detection of the detection target (master workpiece) to
serve as a reference for zero-point correction.
2 Cause the pink line of I/O cable to short out.
Refer to page 10 of this manual for details about external input circuit
[MODE] button diagrams.
Setup of Range Limit Values
The range criteria values are an upper limit value (HIGH setting value)
and a lower limit value (LOW setting value). Setting these values enables
three types of judgment (display/output): above the upper limit (HIGH),
below the lower limit (LOW), and within the range (GO).
■ Manual setup of range limit values
The following shows how to set manually an upper limit value (HIGH
setting value) and a lower limit value (LOW setting value).
1 When in the main display, press the
left/right Arrow buttons until the HIGH
setting value display appears.
HIGH setting value display
2 Enter an upper limit value (HIGH
setting value) with the top/bottom Arrow buttons.
3 Press the right Arrow button once to
cause the LOW setting value display
to appear.
LOW setting value display
4 Enter a lower limit value (LOW setting value) with the top/
bottom Arrow buttons.
The setup of range criteria values is completed.
To return to the P.V. value display, press the left/right Arrow buttons.
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6 Detect the LOW defective workpiece and press the [SET]
button to capture the detected value.
The median value of this detected value
■ Automatic setup of range criteria values and the one captured in step 5 blinks.
This function automatically sets an upper limit value (HIGH setting LOW setting value is fixed.
HIGH
value) and a lower limit value (LOW setting value). Two-point tuning is completed. setting value
For master workpieces, set by "tolerance tuning"; and for actual LOW
setting value
works (good or defective), set by "two-point tuning". Press the left/right Arrow buttons
to return to the P.V. value display. HIGH defective Good LOW defective
workpiece workpiece workpiece
Tolerance tuning
■ Preset
This is a method for setting a range based on
the detection value of a master workpiece This function displays the value obtained by adding or subtracting a
when the master workpiece is available. preset value to or from the detected value.
By using this function and the zero point correction function together,
you can set an arbitrary value as a reference point of the work.
HIGH setting value
■ Bank switching
Tolerance tuning setting range By using the bank switching, you can register up to four patterns of
LOW setting value the HIGH setting value, LOW setting value and preset value,
respectively.
The bank switching is useful when there are multiple detection
Note targets since the pre-registered settings (four patterns) can be
Tolerance tuning is disabled when "------", "- FFFF" or
easily switched.
"FFFF" is displayed.
■ Calculation with expansion unit
1 When in the main display, press the The GT-70A Series can calculate various values using the detected values
left/right Arrow buttons until the P.V. of multiple detection points such as the maximum value or the minimum
value display appears, then perform value when an expansion unit(s) is added (up to nine units).
detection of the master workpiece. Refer to pages 2 to 3 of this manual for details about how to add an
expansion unit.
The outline of the calculation function is shown below.
Note Tolerance tuning is enabled only when in the P.V. value Calculation Number of units
display. No. Description
function connected
Displays the maximum value of the values
C1 Max. value 2 to 10 units
of the main unit and expansion unit(s)
2 Press the [SET] button while the master workpiece is being
C2 Min. value
Displays the minimum value of the values
2 to 10 units
detected to capture the detected value. of the main unit and expansion unit(s)
Displays a difference between the maximum
3 Press the upper/bottom Arrow buttons to enter a tolerance C3 Evenness value and the minimum value of the values of 2 to 10 units
tuning setting range. the main unit and expansion unit(s)
4 Press the [SET] button to fix the tolerance tuning setting range.
C4 Average
Displays the average obtained by dividing the
sum of the values of the main unit and expansion 2 to 10 units
After [SEt] blinks several times on the digital LED display of the unit(s) by the number of units connected
amplifier, the P.V. value display automatically appears. Displays a difference obtained by
Reference
C5 subtracting the display value of the main 2 to 10 units
Tolerance tuning is completed. difference
unit from that of each expansion unit
Displays a degree of twist obtained from
C6 Twist 4 units only
Two-point tuning the values of four detection points
This is the method of setting the median values of the detected Displays a degree of curve obtained from
C7 Curve 3 units only
good and/or defective workpieces as a range when the good the values of three detection points
workpiece and HIGH/LOW defective workpieces are available. Displays a thickness obtained by
C8 Thickness sandwiching the detection target between 2 units only
the main unit and the expansion unit
Note Two-point tuning is disabled when "------" is displayed
as a P.V. value. When "- FFFF" or "FFFF" is displayed,
Note The calculation function is selectable only on a main
setting cannot be done accurately.
unit with one or more expansion units added.

1 When in the main display, press the left/

right Arrow buttons until the HIGH ■ Keylock
setting value display appears. The keylock allows you to avoid erroneous button operation during
HIGH setting value display
detection.
2 Detect the good workpiece and press the [SET] button to When the keylock is active, setup operations other than changing
the display are disabled.
capture the detected value.
"SEt" and the detected value blink alternately, and the value of the
good workpiece is fixed. Note The keylock setup can be set on the main display only.

3 Detect the HIGH defective workpiece and press the [SET] ● Set the keylock
button to capture the detected value. When in the main display, while pressing
The median value of this detected value and the one captured in the [MODE] button, press the upper
step 2 blinks. Arrow button for at least two seconds.
HIGH setting value is fixed. The keylock display will appear for several
seconds and then change to the main display.
4 Press the right Arrow button until the
Keylock display

LOW setting value display of the main ● Cancel the keylock

display appears. When in the main display, while pressing
LOW setting value display the [MODE] button, press the upper
5 Detect the good workpiece again and press the [SET] button to Arrow button for at least two seconds.
capture the detected value. The keylock cancel display will appear for several
seconds and then change to the main display. Keylock cancel display

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■ Initial reset (Reset to the default state)
 Detection mode (press and hold the [MODE] button in the main screen)
This function cancels all the functions you set and allows the
equipment to be reset to the default state.
MODE

Note • The initial reset can be set on the main display only.
Standard
• The initial reset cannot cancel "span adjustment results".
NG hold
1 When in the main display, while
Peak hold
pressing the [MODE] button, press
the [SET] button five times. Bottom hold

"rSt.no" will appear.

Peak to peak
2 Press the top/bottom Arrow buttons
to select "rSt.YES".  Response time

3 Press the [MODE] button.

MODE

"rSt.End" will appear.

Display for entering the setting value
The initial reset is completed.

■ Switching the display unit  Timing type

Available to set only when any of Std, P-H and b-H is selected in [ Detection mode].
The display unit can be switched from the initial reset screen.
This section explains how to switch from "mm" display to "inch" display.
1 Display "rSt.YES" from the initial reset screen. MODE

Refer to "Initial reset" for more details on how to display "rSt.YES".

External timing input
2 Pressing the [MODE] button, press the [SET] button for 2
seconds or more. Rising self

3 Use the up and down Arrow button to

Falling self
select "inch".
 Self timing level
Available to set only when item other than t-in is selected in [ Timing type].
4 Press the [MODE] button.
"rSt.End" will appear. MODE

Switching the display unit is completed.

Display for entering the setting value
Setting Mode Display

■ Function setting mode  Self timing delay type

Available to set when the following conditions are provided.
You can set the following functions in the function setting mode. • Std is selected in [ Detection mode].
• Item other than t-in is selected in [ Timing type].
No. Item Description
Detection mode Select the detection mode.
MODE

Response Longer response time makes the average

time data time longer, which stabilizes the value.
Static hold
For the timing input, select "External timing"
Timing type
or "Self timing (internal timing)".
Delay timer
Self timing When the self timing is selected in , set
level the self timing level.
When the value rises above (or falls below) the  User specified delay time
Available to set only when t.d is selected in [ Self timing delay type].
Self timing self timing level with "Std" selected in ,
delay type select "Fix the criterion value when the setting
time is elapsed" or "Fix the criterion value after
MODE
the display value is stabilized (static hold)".
User specified Set the delay time when "Fix the criterion value
delay time when the setting time is elapsed" is selected in . Display for entering the setting value

Static hold Set the reference of stability criterion when "Fix

delay stability the criterion value after the display value is
criterion stabilized (static hold)" is selected in .  Static hold delay stability criterion
Available to set only when Stb.d is selected in [ Self timing delay type].
Static hold Enter the optional numerals when USEr (user
delay stability
width specification) is selected in .
MODE

Set the calculation method when an

Calculation expansion unit(s) is added. *The calculation
mode mode will appear only when an expansion Default
unit(s) is added.
User

 Static hold delay stability width

Available to set only when USEr is selected in [ Static hold delay stability criterion].

MODE

Display for entering the setting value

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*The calculation mode will appear only when an expansion unit(s) is added.

MODE

MODE

Display for entering the setting value

OFF

 Input line function 1

Max. value

Min. value
MODE

Evenness

Average
Bank A
Reference difference
Reset input
Twist

Curve
 Input line function 2
Thickness

MODE

■ Basic setting mode

You can set the following functions in the basic setting mode.
Timing input
No. Item Description
Bank B
Measurement
Set the "Normal" or "Reverse" when the
direction
spindle of the sensor head is inserted.
change ■ Additional function setting mode
Lever ratio Set the ratio of the detected value. You can set the following functions in the additional function setting mode.

Set "ON (N.O.)" or "OFF (N.C.)" for output No. Item Description
Output format Preset Set the memory status for "zero-point
judgment.
memory correction".
Number of
Set the number of display digits. Power-saving To decrease the power consumption or not to
display digits
function (ECO) display the numerical value, set this function.
Hysteresis Set the hysteresis value. When the spindle does not return due to an
Jam detection
Input line undetected event in external timing input, set
Set the input line function 1 (Violet). function
function 1 to detect such an event as an error.
Input line Check point
Set the input line function 2 (Pink/Violet). setting Set the point to detect as an error for .
function 2
Display filter
Set the filter to stabilize the display.
 Measurement direction change function
(press and hold the [MODE] + [SET] buttons in the main screen)  Preset memory (press and hold the [MODE] + left buttons in the main screen)

MODE
MODE

Normal
YES

Reverse
NO

 Lever ratio
 Power-saving function
MODE

MODE

Display for entering the setting value

OFF

 Output format
ECO Half

MODE
ECO All

N.O.
 Jam detection function
Available to set only when t-in is selected in [ Timing type].
N.C.


MODE
Number of display digits

OFF
MODE

ON
Display for entering the setting value
User

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Jam detection teaching Error message
Available to set when USEr is selected in [ Jam detection function].
Error display Cause Corrective action
The sensor head Connect the sensor head to
cable is disconnected. the amplifier.
• The sensor head
cable is broken. Change the sensor head.
Reference position • The sensor head is
fixed damaged.
• Check that the load is within
An overcurrent flows the rating.
 Check point setting in the output line. • Check that the output line is
not contacting other lines and
Available to set when USEr is selected in [ Jam detection function]. frames.
Failed to write/read Reboot the equipment and
MODE
data. perform initial reset. *1
• If something is caught in the
spindle, causing the spindle not to
Display for entering the setting value Spindle movement is move, change the sensor head.
not detected
• Check the external timing input.
(Press the SET button to reset.)
The value fell below (rose Change the delay timer time
 Display filter function above) the timing level setting. (Press the SET button
during the delay time. to reset.)
When setting the The value should not fall below
internal timing, detection (rise above) the timing level
MODE
was completed when the before the criterion value is
value fell below (rose fixed. Alternatively, lengthen
above) the timing level the static hold delay stabilizing
ON before the criterion value amplitude so that the criterion
(P.V. value) is fixed. value can be easily fixed.
OFF After turning OFF the power,
Contact between the check the connection between
amplifiers is lost.
the amplifiers.
■ Calibration setting mode In the case of using the
calculation function,
You can set the following functions in the calibration setting mode. the number of the • Reset the calculation mode
expansion unit when or perform the initial reset of
No. Item Description the power is turned ON the main unit.
differs from the number • After turning OFF the power,
Calibration Set the calibration function. of the expansion unit in check the connections
the memory of the between the amplifiers.
2nd point Set the target value of the span adjustment main unit when the
target value (2nd point). calculation is set.
• When using the
reference difference
 Calibration function setting (rEF) calculation
(press and hold the [MODE] + right buttons in the main screen) function, an error
occurred in the main
unit. Check each main/expansion
• When using other unit for the cause of the error.
MODE
than the reference
difference (rEF)
calculation function,
Default an error occurred in
an expansion unit.
Adjustment
*1 If not recovered by this action, there may be a possibility of failure or
permanent damage. In this case, change the amplifier unit.

Specifications
 1st point detection/capture
Available to set only when AdJ is selected in [ Calibration function setting]. ■ Sensor head
Model GT-H10 GT-H22 GT-H10L GT-H22L
Detecting range 10 mm 22 mm 10 mm 22 mm
Blink alternately Mechanical response
10 Hz max. 8 Hz max. 7 Hz max. 5 Hz max.
(at an ambient temperature of 23°C)
Detect 1st point
Repeat accuracy *1 3 µm 8 µm 3 µm 8 µm
When installed
Capture the detection value 1.0 N 1.5 N 0.3 N 0.35 N
facing down
Measuring When installed
*Target value for the first point is the PrESEt value. 0.9 N 1.4 N 0.25 N 0.3 N
Force *2 sideways
When installed
 2nd point target value setting 0.8 N 1.3 N 0.2 N 0.25 N
facing up
Ambient
-10°C to +55°C
Environmental temperature
MODE
resistance Relative
35 to 85%RH
humidity
Protective construction IP67
Display for entering the setting value
Main unit cover SUS430
Indicator Polyalylate
Material Dust protective boot NBR
 2nd point detection/capture
Contact point SUS440C
Cable PVC
Approx. Approx. Approx. Approx.
Weight *3 115 g 135 g 115 g 135 g
Blink alternately
*1 The read value at the detection center under an ambient temperature
Detect 2nd point of 23°C and a response time of 100 ms (default state).
*2 At the center of the movable range of the sensor head installed.
Varies according to the mounted condition of the dust protective boot.
Capture the detection value *3 The connector cable (2 m) is included.

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■ Amplifier ■ External input circuit diagram
GT-71A/GT-72A/GT-75A/GT-76A
Mounting type *1 DIN rail mounting Panel mounting
DC5V
Type Main unit/ Expansion Expansion
Main unit Main unit Pink: Preset input
Expansion unit *2 unit unit Violet: Bank A input/ Reset input change
Pink/Violet: Bank B input/ Timing input change
NPN output GT-71A GT-72A GT-75A GT-76A
Model

circuit
PNP output GT-71AP GT-72AP GT-75AP GT-76AP

Main
Blue *1
12 to 24 VDC, Ripple (P-P): 10% max.
Supply voltage *3 Class 2 (Short circuit current: 1 mA max.)
Display range -99.999 to 999.999
Display resolution 1 µm *1 Blue is available for main units (GT-71A/71AP/75A/75AP) only.
Not available for expansion units (GT-72A/72AP/76A/76AP).
Sampling rate 2000 times/sec
GT-71AP/GT-72AP/GT-75AP/GT-76AP
Normal mode 24 V: 1200 mW (50 mA) max.
12 V: 1140 mW (95 mA) max. 12 V~24 VDC
Current consumption Brown *1
Eco mode 24 V: 840 mW (35 mA) max.

Main circuit
12 V: 600 mW (50 mA) max.
HSP(1.5 ms), 5 ms, 10 ms, 100 ms,
Response time
500 ms, 1 s, 5 s Pink: Preset input
Control NPN open collector 40 V 50 mA max. Violet: Bank A input/ Reset input change
NPN Pink/Violet: Bank B input/ Timing input change
output Residual voltage: 1 V max. (Short circuit current: 2 mA max.)
(HIGH/ PNP open collector 30 V 50 mA max.
PNP *1 Brown is available for main units (GT-71A/71AP/75A/75AP) only.
GO/LOW) Residual voltage: 1 V max. Not available for expansion units (GT-72A/72AP/76A/76AP).
Non-voltage input (contact/non-contact
Timing input inputs) Warranty
Control Input time: 2 ms min.
input Preset input Non-voltage input (contact/non-contact KEYENCE warrants its Products to be free from defects of material and
Bank input inputs) workmanship and will, without charge, replace or repair (at KEYENCE's
Reset input Input time: 20 ms min. sole option) any Products found defective upon inspection at its factory,
Ambient or other designated point provided the equipment has been returned,
-10 to +55°C (No freezing) transportation prepaid, within one year from the date of shipment.
temperature Warranty is specifically at the factory. Any on-site service will be
Environmental Relative provided at the sole expense of the Purchaser at standard field service
35 to 85%RH (No condensation)
resistance humidity rates. All associated equipment must be protected by properly rated
10 to 55 Hz, Horizontal amplitude: 1.5 mm, electronic/electrical protection devices.
Vibration KEYENCE shall not be liable for any damage due to improper
2 hours each in X, Y, and Z axis
engineering, installation, interfacing, use, modification or any action not
Main unit cover: Polycarbonate in accordance with this instruction manual. Proper installation,
Keytop : Polyacetal operation and maintenance of the product in accordance with this
Material
Front sheet : Polycarbonate instruction manual become the responsibility of the user upon receipt of
Cable : PVC the Product. The user shall indemnify KEYENCE and hold KEYENCE
GT-71A(AP), 72A(AP): Approx. 110 g harmless from any liability or damage whatsoever arising out of any
action not in accordance with this instruction manual. Components
(Including a power cable) which wear are not warranted.
Weight GT-75A(AP), 76A(AP): Approx. 110 g OTHER THAN AS STATED HEREIN, THE PRODUCTS ARE
(Including a panel mounting bracket, front PROVIDED WITH NO OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER.
protective cover, power cable) ALL EXPRESS, IMPLIED, AND STATUTORY WARRANTIES,
*1 When adding an expansion unit(s), be sure to use the end units INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
(OP-26751). AND NON-INFRINGEMENT OF PROPRIETARY RIGHTS, ARE
*2 Maximum number of units connectable is 10 units including 1 main EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL KEYENCE AND
unit and 9 expansion units. When expanded, the output current of ITS AFFILIATED ENTITIES BE LIABLE TO ANY PERSON OR ENTITY
each unit should be 20 mA max. FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, SPECIAL
*3 When expanded, the power supply should be 24 VDC. OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF USE,
Circuit diagram BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF INFORMATION, LOSS OR
INACCURACY OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF SAVINGS,
THE COST OF PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTED GOODS,
■ I/O circuit diagram SERVICES OR TECHNOLOGIES, OR FOR ANY MATTER ARISING
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR INABILITY TO
GT-71A/GT-72A/GT-75A/GT-76A USE THE PRODUCTS, EVEN IF KEYENCE OR ONE OF ITS
AFFILIATED ENTITIES WAS ADVISED OF A POSSIBLE THIRD
Brown *1 PARTY'S CLAIM FOR DAMAGES OR ANY OTHER CLAIM AGAINST
12-24 VDC *2
THE PURCHASER. No representation or warranty, express or implied,
protection circuit

Black (HI output)

Load 5-40 VDC
Overcurrent

made by any sales representative, distributor, or other agent or

Main circuit

White (LO output)

Load 5-40 VDC representative of KEYENCE which is not specifically set forth herein
Gray (GO output) shall be binding upon KEYENCE. In some jurisdictions, some of the
Load 5-40 VDC
Blue *1
foregoing warranty disclaimers or damage limitations may not apply.
0V
Pink, Violet, Pink/Violet *3
Input circuit External input

*1 Brown and blue are available for main units (GT-71A/71AP/75A/75AP) only.
Not available for expansion units (GT-72A/72AP/76A/76AP).
*2 When expanded, 24 VDC.
*3 Refer to external input circuit diagram for details about external input.

GT-71AP/GT-72AP/GT-75AP/GT-76AP
Brown *1
12-24 VDC *2
protection circuit

Black (HI output)

Overcurrent
Main circuit

White (LO output) Load

Gray (GO output) Load

Blue *1 Load
0V
Pink, Violet, Pink/Violet *3
Input circuit External input

*1 Brown and blue are available for main units (GT-71A/71AP/75A/75AP) only.
Not available for expansion units (GT-72A/72AP/76A/76AP).
*2 When expanded, 24 VDC.
*3 Refer to external input circuit diagram for details about external input.

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