# Photoelectric Sensor, 800mm, PNP, Autocollimation/Retroreflective, 10 to 30VDC, 4 Pin M12 Connector
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**SKU**: WL12G-3P2472S03
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €225.1000
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W12G Series |
| Sensing Method | Autocollimation, Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 800mm |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
## Datasheet
📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4391434/)
WL12G-3P2472S03 W12G
**SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS**
**WL12G-3P2472S03 | W12G** SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS
## Ordering information
|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WL12G-3P2472S03|1057556|
|Other models and accessories
www.sick.com/W12G
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## Detailed technical data
## Features
|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Autocollimation|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 0.8 m1)|
|**Polarisation filters**|Yes|
|**Emitted beam**
Light source
Type of light
Light spot size (distance)|LED2)
Visible red light
Ø 14.5 mm (0.8 m)|
|**Key LED figures**
Wave length|640 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Single teach-in button|
|**Angle of dispersion**|Approx. 1.5°|
|**Special features**|Sensing range: 0.8 m on reflective tape Diamond Grade
Sensitivity setting: single teach-in button
10 % attenuation
Without CTA function|
|**Special applications**|Detecting transparent objects|
|**Off delay**|20 ms|
- 1) Reflective tape Diamond Grade.
2) Average service life: 100,000 h at TU = +25 °C.
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## Electrical data
|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|30 mA3)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Type|PNP|
|Switching mode|Light/dark switching|
|Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW|Approx. Uv / < 3 V|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA|
|Response time|≤ 330 µs4)|
|Switching frequency|1,500 Hz5)|
|**Output function**|Complementary|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)
C7)
D8)|
|**Special feature**|Detecting transparent objects|
- 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) C = interference suppression.
8) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected.
## Mechanical data
|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|15.6 mm x 48.5 mm x 42 mm|
|**Connection**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Metal, zinc diecast|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Weight**|120 g|
## Ambient data
|**Enclosure rating**|IP66
IP67|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
## Classifications
|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270902|
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|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270902|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|
## Adjustments
Teach-in
② LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam
③ Green LED indicator: power on, teach-in mode IBlue LED indicator: teach-in mode II
⑥ Single teach-in button, Function 1: teach-in sensitivity on reflector, Function 2: change operation/teach-in mode
Connection type
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## Connection diagram
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## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch))
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- ① Optical axis
- ② LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam
- ③ LED indicator green: Supply voltage active
- ④ M4 threaded mounting hole, 4 mm deep
- ⑤ Mounting hole, Ø 4.2 mm
- ⑥ Sensitivity setting: single teach-in button
- ⑦ Connection
## Recommended accessories
|Recommended accessories|Recommended accessories|||
|---|---|---|---|
|Other models and accessories
www.sick.com/W12G||||
||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Universal mounting bracket for reflectors, steel, zinc coated|BEF-WN-REFX|2064574|
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**WL12G-3P2472S03 | W12G** SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS **A Brief description Type Part no.** Plug connectors and cables • **Connection type head A:** Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight DOL-1204-G05MNI 6052615 **B** • **Connection type head B:** Flying leads • **Signal type:** Sensor/actuator cable • **Cable:** 5 m, 4-wire, PVC • **Description:** Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded **C** • **Connection systems:** Flying leads • **Note:** This product is generally resistant to chemical cleaning agents (see ECOLAB). Please do not use cleaning agents of any other Kind., Not resistant against lactic acid & hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) **D** • **Application:** Hygienic and washdown zones Reflectors Fine triple reflector, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 52 mm x 62 mm, PMP250F 5308843 **E** MA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting **F H I J K L M N O P Q R S 6 PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS | SICK Product data sheet | 2024-04-12 18:08:36 T** ~~-~~
## 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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