# Photo Sensor, 15 m, PNP, Retroreflective, 10 to 30 VDC, M12 Connector, W280-2 Series
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**SKU**: WL280-2P2431
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €103.9000
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W280-2 Series |
| Sensing Method | Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 15m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10V |
| Sensing Distance Max | 15m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
## Datasheet
📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4058138/)
WL280-2P2431 W280-2
**COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS**
**WL280-2P2431 | W280-2** COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS
## Ordering information
|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WL280-2P2431|6044736|
|**Included in delivery:**P250 (1), BEF-W280 (1)||
|Other models and accessories
www.sick.com/W280-2||
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## Detailed technical data
## Features
|**Device type**|Photoelectric sensors|
|---|---|
|**Sensor/ detection principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor, Dual lens|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|23.5 mm x 74.5 mm x 63 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Sensing range max.**|0.01 m ... 15 m1)
0.01 m ... 12 m2)|
|**Sensing range**|0.01 m ... 13 m1)
0.01 m ... 11 m2)|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED3)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 260 mm (8 m)|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer|
- 1) Reflector PL80A.
2) Reflector P250.
3) Average service life: 100,000 h at TU = +25 °C.
## Mechanics/electronics
**Supply voltage** 10 V DC ... 30 V DC[1)]
- 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.
10) The AC/DC devices (-2Rxxxx only) comply with the Radio Safety Requirements for the industrial sector (Radio Safety Class A). They may cause radio interference if used in a residential area.
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|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|---|---|
|**Current consumption**|20 mA3)|
|**Switching output**|PNP|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Switching mode selector**|Selectable via light/dark rotary switch|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA|
|**Response time**|≤ 0.5 ms4)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)
B7)
C8)
D9)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Weight**|150 g|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP66
IP67|
|**Items supplied**|Mounting bracket BEF-W280, Reflector P250|
|**Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)**|EN 60947-5-210)|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +55 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH2.E300503 & NRKH8.E300503|
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. 10) The AC/DC devices (-2Rxxxx only) comply with the Radio Safety Requirements for the industrial sector (Radio Safety Class A). They may cause radio interference if used in a residential area.
## Safety-related parameters
|**MTTFD**|1,671 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|
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|**ECl@ss 7.0**
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**ECl@ss 8.1**
**ECl@ss 9.0**
**ECl@ss 10.0**
**ECl@ss 11.0**
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|**ETIM 5.0**
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|**ETIM 6.0**
**ETIM 7.0**
**ETIM 8.0**
**UNSPSC 16.0901**
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~~hs~~|EC002717
EC002717
EC002717
39121528|
## Connection diagram
## Cd-068
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## Characteristic curve
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Function reserve
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(13.12) (26.25) (39.37) (52.49)
Distance in m (feet)
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- ① Reflector PL80A, C110A
- ② Reflector P250
- ③ Reflector PL50A, PL40A, PL30A, PL31A
- ④ Reflector PL20A
- ⑤ Diamond Grade reflective tape, 100 mm x 100 mm
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## Sensing range diagram
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(13.12) (26.25) (39.37) (52.49)
Distance in m (feet)
Sensing range Sensing range max.
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- ① Reflector PL80A, C110A
- ② Reflector P250
- ③ Reflector PL50A, PL40A, PL30A, PL31A
- ④ Reflector PL20A
- ⑤ Diamond Grade reflective tape, 100 mm x 100 mm
## Adjustments
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- ⑦ LED indicator green: Stability indicator
- ⑧ LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam
- ⑨ Sensing range adjustment: potentiometer
- ⑩ Light/dark selector
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## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch))
WTE280-2, WL280-2, DC
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- ① Center of optical axis, receiver
- ② Center of optical axis, sender
- ③ Cable entry gland 3/8" for cable diameter 6 to 8 mm
- ④ Mounting hole, Ø 4.3 mm
- ⑤ M12 male connector, 4-pin, can be rotated through 90°, can be locked with slider
- ⑥ Cable, 2 m, 3-wire, Ø 3,8 mm
## Recommended accessories
Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W280-2
||**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||||
|Ye|Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded
Head B: Flying leads
Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m|YF2A14-
050VB3XLEAX|2096235|
|®,|Head A: male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight
Head B: -
Cable: unshielded|STE-1204-G|6009932|
|Reflectors||||
|||Rectangular, screw connection, 51 mm x 61 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-
ing|P250|5304812|
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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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