# Photo Sensor, 2.8 m, PNP, Retroreflective, 10 to 30 VDC, M12 Connector, V12-2 Series

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**SKU**: VL12-2P430
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €90.7000
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | V12 Series |
| Sensing Method | Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 2.8m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10V |
| Sensing Distance Max | 2.8m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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VL12-2P430 V12-2 

**CYLINDRICAL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**VL12-2P430 | V12-2** CYLINDRICAL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|VL12-2P430|6026220|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/V12-2||



Illustration may differ 

## C€ Adis 

## Detailed technical data 

Features 

|**Sensor/ detection principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|12 mm x 12 mm x 66 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Cylindrical|
|**Housing length**|66 mm|
|**Thread diameter (housing)**|Round connector M12 x 1|
|**Sensing range max.**|0.03 m ... 2.8 m1)|
|**Sensing range**|0.03 m ... 2.3 m1)|
|**Focus**|Approx. 2.3°|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED2)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 80 mm (2 m)|
|**Angle of dispersion**|Approx. 2.3°|
|**Wave length**|660 nm|
|**Adjustment**|None|



- 1) Reflector PL80A. 

2) Average service life: 100,000 h at TU = +25 °C. 

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## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|± 10 %2)|
|**Current consumption**|20 mA3)|
|**Switching output**|PNP|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Switching mode selector**|Selectable via L/D control cable|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA3)|
|**Response time**|≤ 1.25 ms4)|
|**Switching frequency**|400 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>B7)<br>C8)<br>D9)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Weight**|18 g|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Metal, Nickel-plated brass/PA|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +70 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–25 °C ... +70 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NMFT2.E175606|



1) Limit values. 

2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

3) Without load. 4) Signal transit time with resistive load. 5) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 6) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

7) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 8) C = interference suppression. 9) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|1,139 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|



## Classifications 

|**ECl@ss 5.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**ECl@ss 5.1.4**|27270902|
|**ECl@ss 6.0**|27270902|
|**ECl@ss 6.2**|27270902|
|**ECl@ss 7.0**|27270902|
|**ECl@ss 8.0**|27270902|



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**ECl@ss 8.1** 27270902 ~~ee~~ **ECl@ss 9.0** 27270902 ~~en~~ **ECl@ss 10.0** 27270902 **ECl@ss 11.0** 27270902 ~~[_~~ **ETIM 5.0** EC002717 ~~[_~~ **ETIM 6.0** EC002717 ~~OO~~ **ETIM 7.0** EC002717 ~~OO~~ **UNSPSC 16.0901** 39121528 

## Connection diagram 

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## Characteristic curve 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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- ① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector C110 

- ③ Reflector PL50A, PL40A, P250 

- ④ Reflective tape Diamond Grade 

## Adjustments 

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Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

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- ① Cable or connector M12, 4-pin 

- ② Yellow LED indicator:- lights continuously:Reception signal> reserve factor 2- blinks: Reception signal< reserve factor 2 but > switching threshold 1 

- ③ Fastening nuts (2x); width across 17, metal 

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## Recommended accessories 

> Other models and accessories > www.sick.com/V12-2 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Mounting bracket for M12 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware|BEF-WN-M12|5308447|
||Universal mounting bracket for reflectors, steel, zinc coated|BEF-WN-REFX|2064574|
|Reflectors||||
||Rectangular, screw connection, 51 mm x 61 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-|P250|5304812|
||ing|||
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded|YF2A14-|2096235|
||Head B: Flying leads|050VB3XLEAX||
||Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m|||
||Head A: male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight|STE-1204-G|6009932|
|i<|Head B: -|||
|—|Cable: unshielded|||



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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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