# Laser Distance Sensor, 12m, NPN/PNP/Push Pull, 100mA, 12 to 30VDC, Dx35 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/DS35-B15821/laser-distance-sensor-12m-npn-pnp-push-pull-100ma
**SKU**: DS35-B15821
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €415.5700
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Ip Rating | IP65, IP67 |
| Output Type | Digital - Push-Pull, PNP / NPN, IO-Link |
| Sensor Type | Distance Sensor |
| Light Source | 827nm Infrared Laser |
| Product Range | Dx35 Series |
| Qualification | - |
| Sensing Method | Laser |
| Connection Method | 5 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 12m |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP, Push Pull |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 12VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 12m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 12V |
| Operating Temperature Max | 55°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -30°C |

## Datasheet

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DS35-B15821 Dx35 **MID RANGE DISTANCE SENSORS** 

**DS35-B15821 | Dx35** MID RANGE DISTANCE SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|DS35-B15821|1057656|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/Dx35||



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Detailed technical data 

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage Vs**|DC 12 V ... 30 V1) 2)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|≤ 5 Vpp 3)|
|**Power consumption**|≤ 1.7 W4)|
|**Initialization time**|≤ 500 ms|
|**Warm-up time**|≤ 20 min|
|**Housing material**|Plastic (ABS/PC)|
|**Window material**|Plastic (PMMA)|
|**Connection type**|Male connector, M12, 5-pin|
|**Indication**|LEDs|
|**Weight**|65 g|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|32 mm x 58.67 mm x 42.7 mm|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP65|
||IP67|
|**Protection class**|III|



- 1) Limit values, reverse-polarity protected, operation in short-circuit protected network: max. 8 A. 2) When using IO-Link output Vs > 18 V. 

- 3) May not fall short of or exceed VS tolerances. 

4) Without load, at +20 °C. 

## Safety-related parameters 

**MTTFD** 101 years 

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## Performance 

|**Measurement range min ... max:**|50 mm ... 12,000 mm, 90% remission factor1) 2)<br>50 mm ... 5,300 mm, 18 % remission<br>50 mm ... 3,100 mm, 6% remission factor|
|---|---|
|**Target**|Natural objects|
|**Resolution**|0.1 mm|
|**Repeatability**|≥ 0.5 mm2) 3)|
|**Accuracy**|Typ. ± 10 mm4)|
|**Response time**|2.5 ms ... 96.5 ms, 2.5 ms / 6.5 ms / 12.5 ms / 24.5 ms / 96.5 ms5) 6)|
|**Switching frequency**|333 Hz / 100 Hz / 50 Hz / 25 Hz / 6 Hz5) 6)|
|**Output time**|1 ms ... 32 ms, 1 ms/2 ms/4 ms/8 ms/32 ms5) 7)|
|**Light source**|Laser, infrared8)<br>Infrared light|
|**Laser class**|1 (IEC 60825-1:2014, EN 60825-1:2014)|
|**Typ. light spot size (distance)**|15 mm x 15 mm (at 2 m)|
|**Additional function**|Set speed: Super Fast ... Super Slow, Switching mode: Distance to Object (DtO) / switching win-<br>dow / object between sensor and background (ObSB), teach-in of digital output and digital out-<br>put invertible, Multifunctional input: laser off / external teach / deactivated, reset to factory de-<br>fault|
|**Average laser service life (at 25 °C)**|100,000 h|



- 1) For speed setting Slow. 

- 2) See repeatability characteristic lines. 

- 3) Equivalent to 1 σ. 

- 4) 6% ... 90% remission factor. 

- 5) Depending on the set speed: Super Fast ... Super Slow. 

- 6) Lateral entry of the object into the measuring range. 

- 7) Continuous change of distance in measuring range. 

- 8) Wavelength: 827 nm; max. output: 130 mW; pulse duration: 3.5 ns; duty cycle: 1/250. 

## Interfaces 

|**IO-Link**|✔, IO-Link V1.1|
|---|---|
|Function|Process data, parameterization, diagnosis|
|Data transmission rate|38.4 kbit/s|
|**Digital output**||
|Number|21) 2)|
|Type|Push-pull: PNP/NPN|
|Function|Output Q2, adaptable: digital output/Q1not/deactivated|
|Maximum output current IA|≤ 100 mA|
|**Multifunctional input (MF)**|1 x3)|
|**Hysteresis**|0 mm ... 11,950 mm4)|



- 1) Output Q short-circuit protected. 

- 2) Voltage drop < 3 V. 

- 3) Response time ≤ 60 ms. 

- 4) Configurable via IO-Link. 

## Ambient data 

**Ambient temperature, operation** –30 °C ... +55 °C, Uv ≤ 24 V 

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|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|---|---|
|**Max. rel. humidity (not condensing)**|≤ 95 %|
|**Vibration resistance**|EN 60068-2-6, EN 60068-2-64|
|**Shock resistance**|EN 60068-2-27|
|Classifications||
|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270801|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270916|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC001825|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC001825|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC001825|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC001825|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|41111613|



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## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

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- ① Optical axis, sender 

- ② Optical axis, receiver 

- ③ Zero level 

- ④ Mounting hole M4 

- ⑤ Status indicator output Qa/Q2 

- ⑥ Status LEDs output Q1 

- ⑦ Operating indicator 

- ⑧ Control elements 

## Connection type 

Male connector M12, 5-pin 

## Connection diagram 

1 L+ wht 2 Q2 blu 3 M blk 4 Q1/C gra 5 MF 1 brn 

① Multifunctional input (MF) 

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## Repeatability 

Characteristic curve 1) Super Slow 

## **Super Slow** 

Repeatabilty in mm (inch) 

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Characteristic curve 5) Super Fast 

## **Super Fast** 

Repeatability in mm (inch) 

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Characteristic curve 2) Slow 

## **Slow** 

Repeatability in mm (inch) 

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Characteristic curve 3) Medium 

## **Medium** 

Repeatability in mm (inch) 

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## Characteristic curve 4) Fast 

## **Fast** 

Repeatability in mm (inch) 

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## SICK At A GlAnCe 

SICK is one of the leading manufacturers of intelligent sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. A unique range of products and services creates the perfect basis for controlling processes securely and efficiently, protecting individuals from accidents and preventing damage to the environment. 

We have extensive experience in a wide range of industries and understand their processes and requirements. With intelligent sensors, we can deliver exactly what our customers need. In application centers in Europe, Asia and North America, system solutions are tested and optimized in accordance with customer specifications. All this makes us a reliable supplier and development partner. 

Comprehensive services complete our offering: SICK lifetime Services provide support throughout the machine life cycle and ensure safety and productivity. 

For us, that is “Sensor Intelligence.” 

## WOrldWIde preSenCe: 

Contacts and other locations www.sick.com 

SICK AG | Waldkirch | Germany | www.sick.com 



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