# Photoelectric Sensor, 22 m, Relay, Dual Lens, Retroreflective, 20 to 250 VDC, W34 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WL34-R230/photoelectric-sensor-22-m-relay-dual-lens
**SKU**: WL34-R230
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €133.5800
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 57 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W34 Series |
| Sensing Method | Dual Lens, Retroreflective |
| Sensing Range Max | 22m |
| Sensor Output Type | Relay |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 250V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 20V |

## Datasheet

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WL34-R230 W34 **COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WL34-R230 | W34** COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WL34-R230|1019249|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W34||



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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)**|27 mm x 92 mm x 70 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Sensing range max.**|0.03 m ... 22 m1)|
|**Sensing range**|0.03 m ... 22 m1)|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED2)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 250 mm (15 m)|
|**Wave length**|660 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer|



- 1) Reflector PL80A. 

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

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|20 V AC/DC ... 250 V AC/DC|
|---|---|
|**Power consumption**|< 2 VA|
|**Switching output**|Relay, electrically isolated1)|
|**Output function**|Change-over contacts|
|**Switching mode**|Light switching1)|
||Dark switching|
|**Switching mode selector**|Selectable via light/dark selector|



- 1) Provide suitable spark suppression for inductive or capacitive loads. 2) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

- 3) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

- 4) C = interference suppression. 

- 5) Rated voltage: 250 V AC/DC. 

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|**Switching current (switching voltage)**|4 A @ 250 V AC, 4 A @ 24 V DC, 0.125 A @ 250 V DC<br>UL: 4 A @ 250 V AC, general use / 4 A @ 250 V AC, resistive (NO) / 3 A @ 250 V AC, resistive<br>(NC) / 4 A @ 24 V DC, NO, general use / 3 A @ 24 V DC, NC, general use / R300 / B300 (NO<br>contacts only)|
|---|---|
|**Response time**|≤ 10 ms|
|**Switching frequency**|10 Hz2)|
|**Connection type**|Terminal connection with M16 gland|
|**Circuit protection**|A3)<br>C4)|
|**Protection class**|II5)|
|**Weight**|140 g|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|



1) Provide suitable spark suppression for inductive or capacitive loads. 

2) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

3) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

4) C = interference suppression. 5) Rated voltage: 250 V AC/DC. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|478 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|**TM (mission time)**|20 years|
|**B10d**|59,123 Switching cycles1)|



1) Only for devices containing electro-mechanical components. In this case, the MTTFD value of the entire device must be calculated from the given B10D value, the number of switching cycles and the given MTTFD value. 

## 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|
|**eCl@ss 11.0**|27270902|
|**eCl@ss 12.0**|27270902|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|



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|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|---|---|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Connection type 

Connection diagram 

Cd-167 

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## Characteristic curve 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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- ① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector PL50A 

- ③ Reflector PL40A 

- ④ Reflector PL30A 

- ⑤ Reflector PL20A 

- ⑥ Reflective tape Diamond Grade 

- ⑦ Reflector C110A 

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## Adjustments 

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- ⑦ Sensitivity control 

- ⑧ Light/dark selector 

## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

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- ① Alignment sight 

- ② LED signal strength indicator 

- ③ Center of optical axis, sender 

- ④ Center of optical axis, receiver 

- ⑤ Mounting hole ø 5.5 mm, for M5 hexagon nuts on both sides 

- ⑥ M16 screw fixing rotatable by 90° 

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## Recommended accessories 

> Other models and accessories > www.sick.com/W34 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Universal mounting bracket for reflectors, steel, zinc coated|BEF-WN-REFX|2064574|
||Mounting bracket, Stainless steel (1.4301), mounting hardware included|BEF-WN-W24|2015248|
|Reflectors||||
||Rectangular, screw connection, 84 mm x 84 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-|PL80A|1003865|
||ing|||



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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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