# Photoelectric Sensor, 3 m, PNP, Dual Lens, Retroreflective, 3 Pin M8 Connector, 10 to 30 VDC

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WL100-2P3429/photoelectric-sensor-3-m-pnp-dual-lens
**SKU**: WL100-2P3429
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €94.8200
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W100-2 Series |
| Sensing Method | Dual Lens, Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | 3 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 3m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4398934/)

WL100-2P3429 W100-2 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WL100-2P3429 | W100-2** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WL100-2P3429|6052385|
|**Included in delivery:**BEF-W100-A (1), P250 (1)||
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W100-2||



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Dual lens|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|11 mm x 31 mm x 20 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Sensing range max.**|0.01 m ... 3 m1)|
|**Sensing range**|0.01 m ... 2.5 m1)|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED2)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 140 mm (2 m)|
|**Wave length**|632 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer (Sensitivity)|
|**Special applications**|Detecting transparent objects|
|**Special features**|Detecting transparent objects|



- 1) Reflector PL80A. 

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

## Mechanics/electronics 

**Supply voltage** 10 V DC ... 30 V DC[1)] 

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 = output reverse-polarity protected. 

- 8) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected. 

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|**Ripple**|± 10 %2)|
|---|---|
|**Current consumption**|30 mA3)|
|**Switching output**|PNP|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Switching mode selector**|Selectable via light/dark rotary switch|
|**Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW**|UV- 1,8 V / ca. 0 V|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA|
|**Response time**|≤ 0.5 ms4)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz5)|
|**Attenuation along light beam**|≥ 20 %|
|**Connection type**|Connector M8, 3-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>B7)<br>D8)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS/PC/POM|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Items supplied**|Mounting bracket BEF-W100-A, Reflector P250|
|**Special feature**|Detecting transparent objects|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +55 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|



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 = output reverse-polarity protected. 

- 8) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|954 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|
|**eCl@ss 8.1**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 9.0**|27270902|



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|**eCl@ss 10.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 11.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 12.0**|27270902|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Connection diagram 

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## Characteristic curve 

WL100-2, clear material detection 

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② Reflector P250 

- ③ Diamond Grade reflective tape, 100 mm x 100 mm 

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## Light spot size 

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## Sensing range diagram 

WL100, 3 m 

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- *Close-up range at maximum sensitivity 

- ① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector P250 

- ③ Reflector PL50A, PL40A 

- ④ Reflector PL30A, PL31A 

- ⑤ Reflector PL20A 

- ⑥ Reflective tape Diamond Grade 

- ⑦ P45 

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## Adjustments 

W100-2 

~~2 1 3~~ L & D ~~4 g~~ 

pp ① LED indicator orange: switching output active ② LED indicator green: power on ③ Sensing range adjustment: potentiometer ④ Light/ dark rotary switch: L = light switching, D = dark switching Recommended accessories Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W100-2 **Brief description Type Part no.** Mounting brackets and plates ~~a~~ Mounting bracket for wall mounting, stainless steel, mounting hardware included BEF-W100-A 5311520 Mounting bracket for floor mounting, steel, zinc coated, mounting hardware included BEF-W100-B 5311521 ~~+.[4x]~~ Universal mounting bracket for reflectors, steel, zinc coated BEF-WN-REFX 2064574 ~~tL i~~ Plug connectors and cables Head A: female connector, M8, 3-pin, straight, A-coded YF8U132095884 Head B: Flying leads 050VA1XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m ~~+4S~~ Head A: male connector, M8, 3-pin, straight STE-0803-G 6037322 Cable: unshielded ~~. etl~~ Reflectors Rectangular, screw connection, 51 mm x 61 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mountP250 5304812 ing ~~slULE~~ 

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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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