# Photoelectric Sensor, 5 m, PNP, Through Beam, 4 Pin M12 Connector, 10 to 30 VDC, V12 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/VS/VE12-2P430/photoelectric-sensor-5-m-pnp-through-beam-4-pin
**SKU**: VS/VE12-2P430
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €122.7200
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | V12 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 5m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4398891/)

VS/VE12-2P430 V12 

**CYLINDRICAL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**VS/VE12-2P430 | V12** CYLINDRICAL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|VS/VE12-2P430|6026224|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/V12||



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|12 mm x 12 mm x 66.3 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Cylindrical|
|**Housing length**|66.3 mm|
|**Thread diameter (housing)**|Round connector M12 x 1|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 5 m|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 4 m|
|**Focus**|Approx. 1.4°|
|**Type of light**|Infrared light|
|**Light source**|LED1)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 100 mm (4 m)|
|**Angle of dispersion**|Approx. 1.4°|
|**Wave length**|880 nm|
|**Adjustment**|None|



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

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|± 10 %2)|
|**Current consumption**|20 mA3)|



- 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. 

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|**Switching output**|PNP|
|---|---|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Switching mode selector**|Selectable via L/D control cable|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA3)|
|**Response time**|≤ 2 ms4)|
|**Switching frequency**|250 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>B7)<br>C8)<br>D9)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Weight**|36 g|
|**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. 

## Classifications 

|**eCl@ss 5.0**|27270901|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 5.1.4**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 6.0**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 6.2**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 7.0**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 8.0**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 8.1**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 9.0**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 10.0**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 11.0**|27270901|
|**eCl@ss 12.0**|27270901|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002716|



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**ETIM 8.0** EC002716 **UNSPSC 16.0901** 39121528 

## Connection type 

## Connection diagram 

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① Sender ② Receiver 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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## 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 (permanent) sender VS12-2 power on, sender active receiver VE 12-2 light reception>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 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Mounting bracket for M12 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware|BEF-WN-M12|5308447|
|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|
|Sa|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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