# Photoelectric Sensor, 1.5m, PNP, Autocollimation/Retroreflective, 10 to 30VDC, 5 Pin M12 Connector

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WL12G-3V2572S05/photoelectric-sensor-15m-pnp-autocollimation
**SKU**: WL12G-3V2572S05
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €267.9900
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W12G Series |
| Sensing Method | Autocollimation, Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | 5 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 1.5m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WL12G-3V2572S05 W12G 

**SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WL12G-3V2572S05 | W12G** SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WL12G-3V2572S05|1069340|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W12G<br>>||



Illustration may differ 

## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Autocollimation|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 1.5 m1)|
|**Polarisation filters**|Yes|
|**Emitted beam**||
|Light source|PinPoint LED2)|
|Type of light|Visible red light|
|Light spot size (distance)|1.5 mm x 9 mm (60 mm)|
|**Key LED figures**||
|Wave length|660 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Single teach-in button3)|
|**Special features**|Mode III, 40 % attenuation|
|**Special applications**|Detecting transparent objects|
|**AutoAdapt**|✔|



1) Reflector PL80A. 

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

3) Mode I, 10 % attenuation. 

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## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|40 mA3)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Type|PNP|
|Switching mode|Light switching|
|Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW|Approx. VS– 2.5 V / 0 V|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA|
|Response time|≤ 333 µs4)|
|Switching frequency|1,500 Hz5)|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>B7)<br>C8)<br>D9)|
|**Special feature**|Detecting transparent objects|
|**Operating mode**|Mode I, 10 % attenuation, Mode II, 18 % attenuation, Mode III, 40 % attenuation|
|**Plausibility output, stable detection**|Approx. 0 V|
|**Plausibility output, unstable detection**|VS- 2.5 V|



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) C = interference suppression. 

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

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|15.5 mm x 48.5 mm x 42 mm|
|**Connection**|Male connector M12, 5-pin|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Metal, zinc diecast|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Weight**|120 g|



## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP66<br>IP67|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|



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## Classifications 

|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270902|
|**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|



## Connection diagram 

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## Functions 

|**Teach-in-Modus für Ob‐**|**Teach-in-Modus für Ob‐**|**Lichtdämpfung /**|**Lichtdämpfung /**|**Objekttyp /**||**Teach-in-Zeit /**|**Ext. Teach-in über Lei‐**|**Ext. Teach-in über Lei‐**|**Anzeige-LED /**|**Anzeige-LED /**|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|**jekte /**||||||**_Teach-in time_**|**tung /**||**_LED indicator_**||
|**_Teach-in mode for objects_**|||||||**_Ext. cable teach-in_**||||
|I||10 %||PET-Flasche / Folie /<br>Glas /||1 ... 5 s|30 ... 100 ms||grün / green||
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|II||18 %||Farbglasflaschen/||5 ... 10 s|100 ... 200 ms||blau / blue||
|||||Colored glass bottles|||||||



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- ① Optical axis 

- ② LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ③ Green LED indicator: supply voltage active, mode I is set, blue LED indicator: mode II is set, bright blue indicator: mode III is set 

- 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 

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|
|Reflectors||||
||Fine triple reflector, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 52 mm x 62 mm, PM-<br>MA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting|P250F|5308843|



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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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