# Photoelectric Sensor, Miniature, 12m, PNP, 100mA, 10 to 30VDC, W100 Laser Series

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**SKU**: WL100L-F2131S01
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €145.7400
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Ip Rating | IP65 |
| Output Type | Digital - PNP |
| Sensor Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Light Source | 650nm Red Laser |
| Product Range | W100 Laser Series |
| Qualification | - |
| Sensing Method | Dual Lens, Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | 3 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 12m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 12m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
| Operating Temperature Max | 50°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -10°C |

## Datasheet

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WL100L-F2131S01 W100 Laser 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WL100L-F2131S01 | W100 Laser** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WL100L-F2131S01|6037138|
|**Included in delivery:**PL20F (1)||
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W100_Laser||



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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.**|0.08 m ... 12 m1)|
|**Sensing range**|0.08 m ... 10 m1)|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|Laser2)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 12 mm (10 m)|
|**Wave length**|650 nm|
|**Laser class**|1|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer, 270°|
|**Special applications**|Detecting small objects, Detection of objects moving at high speeds|



- 1) Reflector P250F. 

- 2) Average service life: 50,000 h at TU = +25 °C. 

## Mechanics/electronics 

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



- 1) Limit values when operated in short-circuit protected network: max. 8 A. 

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

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|**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**|< 0.25 ms4)|
|**Switching frequency**|2,000 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Connector M8, 3-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>B7)<br>D8)|
|**Weight**|10 g|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Special device**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS/PC/POM|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP65|
|**Items supplied**|Reflector PL20F|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–10 °C ... +50 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|



1) Limit values when operated in short-circuit protected network: max. 8 A. 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) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|416 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|
|**eCl@ss 10.0**|27270902|



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|**eCl@ss 11.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 12.0**|27270901|
|**ETIM 5.0**<br>**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717<br>EC002717|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Connection type 

## Connection diagram 

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## Characteristic curve 

## WL100L 

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100<br>1<br>10<br>Sensing<br>range<br>2<br>Sensing range typ. max. 3<br>1<br>m 2 4 6 8 10 12<br>(feet) (6.56) (13.12) (19.69) (26.25) (32.81) (39.37)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


① Reflector P250F 

② Reflector PL20F 

③ PL10F reflector 

## Light spot size 

## WL100L 

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Ø 6 mm Ø 12 mm<br>(0.24 inch) (0.47 inch)<br>5000 10000<br>(196.85) (393.70)<br>Distance<br>Sensor<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


All dimensions in mm (feet) 

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## Sensing range diagram 

WL100L 

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0.08 10 12<br>0.08 8.5 10<br>0.08 6.5 8<br>0 2 4 6 8 10 12<br>(6.56) (13.12) (19.69) (26.25) (32.81) (39.37)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>Sensing range Sensing range max.<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


- ① Reflector P250F 

- ② Reflector PL20F 

- ③ PL10F reflector 

## Adjustments 

WT100L, WL100L 

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- ⑤ Orange LED indicator : switching output active 

- ⑥ LED indicator green: power on 

- ⑦ Sensing range (WT) / sensitivity (WL) adjustment: potentiometer, 270° 

- ⑧ Light/ dark rotary switch: L = light switching, D = dark switching 

Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

WT100L, WL100L 

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- ③ Center of optical axis, sender 

- ④ Connection 

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## Recommended accessories 

> Other models and accessories > www.sick.com/W100_Laser 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Universal mounting bracket for reflectors, steel, zinc coated|BEF-WN-REFX|2064574|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||Head A: female connector, M8, 3-pin, straight, A-coded|YF8U13-|2095884|
||Head B: Flying leads|050VA1XLEAX||
||Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m|||
||Head A: male connector, M8, 3-pin, straight|STE-0803-G|6037322|
||Cable: unshielded|||
|Reflectors||||
||Fine triple reflector, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 52 mm x 62 mm, PM-|P250F|5308843|
||MA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting|||



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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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