User Manual
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GT2-70-M-E
High-accuracy Digital Contact Sensor
GT2-70
 Series Instruction Manual
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Symbols
The following symbols alert you to matters concerning the prevention of 
human injury and product damage. Be sure to read these messages carefully.
Safety Information for GT2-70 Series
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Other precautions
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Effects of surrounding air temperature
To use the GT2-70 Series with high accuracy, do not use the GT2-70 Series in 
an environment in which the surrounding air temperature changes sharply.
It will take about 40 minutes for the 12 mm type, and 60 minutes for the 32 mm/50 mm type for 
the internal temperature to stabilize when the surrounding air temperature has changed by 10°C.
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Warming up
The circuit is not stable immediately after the power turns ON, which 
sometimes causes the indicated value to gradually fluctuate. Wait for about 
5 minutes when using the 12 mm type and about 10 minutes when using 
the 32/50 mm type after the power turns on before starting operation.
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GT2-PA12K/PA12 (See illustration 1 for the pneumatic circuit)
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This model uses a single-acting cylinder. The internal spring will 
return the sensor head to its home position.
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The air supply hole cannot be removed.
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Use an air filter, mist separator, etc. to provide clean dry air. Empty the 
drainage from the filter regularly, before it exceeds the specified line.
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Before connecting the air tube to the air supply hole, be sure to blow 
plenty of air through the pipes (flushing) to remove any foreign matter.
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Make sure that the air pressure of the supplied air is constant and in the range 
of 0.24 to 0.26 MPa. Use a precision regulator to control the air pressure. If 
the air pressure is below 0.24 MPa, the spindle may not extend fully.
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When supplying air (with the spindle extended), up to 3L/min of air 
will be emitted from the tip of the dust seal.
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The measuring ability of the device changes according to the air pressure 
of the air supply. Refer to  "Specifications" (page 14) for details.
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GT2-A12K(L)/A12(L)/A32/A50 (See illustration 1 for the pneumatic circuit)
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This model uses a single-acting cylinder. The internal spring will return the sensor head to 
its home position when air pressure is removed. DO NOT supply air to the exhaust valve.
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The air cylinder cannot be removed.
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Use the regulator to supply the stable air pressure to the sensor head.
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Use the air filter and mist separators to supply dry air. Empty the 
drainage from the filter regularly, before it exceeds the specified line.
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Make sure that the air pressure of the supplied air is constant and 
in the range of 0.25 MPa to 0.5 MPa.
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The coupling socket and the exhaust valve that are supplied with the 
air cylinder are dedicated for this product. They cannot be removed.
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Power supply
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Noise superimposed on the power supply may cause malfunction. Be sure to 
use the DC stabilized power supply provided with an insulation transformer.
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In the case of a commercially available switching regulator, be sure to 
ground the frame ground terminal or the ground terminal.
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About dust boot
When the dust boot of the sensor head is damaged, use an optional dust boot sold 
separately (For GT2-P12K(F)/P12(F)/H12K(F)/H12(F)/A12K/A12: OP-84332 (Material: NBR 
(attached when shipped)). For GT2-P12K(F)/P12(F): OP-87859 (Material: Fluororubber). 
For GT2-H32/A32: OP-84459 (Material: NBR (attached when shipped)). For GT2-
H50/A50 (Material: NBR (attached when shipped)).) Attach the dust boot correctly.
The dust boot may deteriorate, depending on the environment it is 
used in. In this case, replace the dust boot regularly.
* Do not use the dust boot on the GT2-P12KL/P12L/PA12K/PA12/H12KL(F)/H12L(F)/H32L.
Precautions on Regulations and Standards
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CE Marking
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EMC Directive (2004/108/EC)
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Applicable standard EMI: EN61326-1, Class A
EMS: EN61326-1
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This product is designed for use in industrial environments.
Remarks
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 This specification does not give any guarantee that the end-product 
with this product incorporated complies with the essential requirements of 
EMC Directive. The manufacturer of the end-product is solely responsible for 
the compliance on the end-product itself according to EMC Directive.
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UL Certificate
UL File No. E120439 (Category: NRNT2/NRNT8)
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Use the power supply with Class 2 output defined in NFPA70 
(NEC: National Electrical Code).
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GT2 series are evaluated as open type devices. These products 
can not be a part of an enclosure.
WARNING
It indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 
could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
It indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in 
product damage as well as property damage.
WARNING
If the following conditions are encountered, immediately turn 
OFF the power. Continuing to use the GT2-70 Series under 
these abnormal conditions may cause equipment failure.
• When water or foreign matter enters the controller
• When the GT2-70 Series is dropped or the housing is damaged
• When the GT2-70 Series produces smoke or an abnormal smell
WARNING
• Do not use the GT2-70 Series with a voltage other than 
specified voltage, as this may cause fire, electric shock 
or equipment failure.
• Do not disassemble or modify the GT2-70 Series. This 
may cause fire or electric shock.
• Do not use this product for the purpose to protect a 
human body or a part of human body.
• This product is not intended for use as explosion-proof 
product. Do not use this product in a hazardous location 
and/or potentially explosive atmosphere.
NOTICE
• Be sure to turn OFF the power of the GT2-70 Series and any 
connected devices before connecting or disconnecting the 
cables. Otherwise, there may be a risk of damage.
• Do not turn OFF the power while setting parameters. 
Otherwise, the settings may be partially or completely lost.
• At startup and during operation, be sure to monitor the 
function performance of the GT2-70 Series.
• Do not modify the GT2-70 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 GT2-70 Series is used in combination with other 
instruments, function performance may be degraded, 
depending on operating conditions and the surrounding 
environment. Use the GT2-70 Series after fully studying 
the effect of combined use with other instruments.
• Do not expose the GT2-70 Series and peripheral devices 
to sudden temperature change. This may cause 
condensation, damaging the equipment.
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Environmental conditions
To use the GT2-70 Series properly and safely, do not 
install the GT2-70 Series in the following locations. Use 
of this equipment in an improper environment may 
cause equipment failure.
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Locations outside
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Locations with high humidity, a large amount of dust, 
or poor ventilation
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Locations where the temperature rises excessively 
due to direct sunlight, etc.
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Locations near corrosive or flammable gas
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Locations where the GT2-70 Series is directly 
subjected to vibration or impact
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Locations where water, oil or chemicals may come 
into contact with the GT2-70 Series
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Locations where static electricity may easily occur
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Noise countermeasures
Installation near a source of electrical noise such as a 
power source or 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.
NOTICE
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Handling of the sensor head
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The GT2-70 Series and peripheral devices are precision 
machines. Do not drop, or cause any other impact to these 
devices. Doing so may cause damage or malfunction.
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Do not apply weight greater than what is listed below to the spindle. 
Do not apply rotational torque. Otherwise the spindle may break.
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The GT2-P12KL(F)/P12L(F)/PA12K/PA12 spindle can rotate a 
maximum of about 4.5°. When using an offset contact (OP-
77683) or similar, if pressure in the rotational direction is 
applied to the contact, the measurement position may change.
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Although the GT2-PA12K/PA12/H12K/H12KF/H12/H12F/
H32/H50/A12K/A12/A32/A50 has a protection rating of 
IP67, avoid using it immersed in water or in places where 
liquid such as oil may come into contact with it.
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Although the GT2-P12K(F)/P12(F) has a protection rating of 
IP67G/NEMA Type 13, some types of oil may damage the device.
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If dust, metal powder, or similar becomes attached to the sliding part 
of the sensor head, mechanical responses may become slow. If this 
happens, replace the dust seal with a replacement dust seal (OP-
87932). Refer to the instruction manual included with the replacement 
dust seal (OP-87932) for instructions on how to replace the dust seal.
30 N 100 N
1 N
Mist separator
Air filter
Pressure
source
AIR
Solenoid 
valve
Precision regulator
Air supply part
Speed 
controllerIllustration 1 - Pneumatic circuit
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