# Photoelectric Sensor, 22 m, NPN / PNP, Dual Lens, Retroreflective, 5 Pin M12 Connector, 10 to 30 VDC

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WL34-V540/photoelectric-sensor-22-m-npn-pnp-dual-lens
**SKU**: WL34-V540
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €115.5200
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W34 Series |
| Sensing Method | Dual Lens, Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | 5 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 22m |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4398672/)

WL34-V540 W34 **COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WL34-V540 | W34** COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WL34-V540|1019248|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W34||



Illustration may differ @=LISTED 

## 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|
|**Alarm output**|✔|



- 1) Reflector PL80A. 

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

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|50 mA|



1) Limit values. 

- 2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

- 3) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

- 4) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

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

- 6) C = interference suppression. 

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

- 8) Reference voltage: 50 V DC. 

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|**Switching output**|NPN<br>PNP|
|---|---|
|**Switching mode**|Light switching<br>Dark switching|
|**Switching mode selector**|Selectable via PNP/NPN selector, selectable via light/dark selector|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA|
|**Response time**|≤ 500 µs3)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz4)|
|**Time functions**|Off delay<br>On delay<br>Adjustable|
|**Delay time**|Adjustable via time delay selector switch, 0.5 s ... 10 s|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 5-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A5)<br>C6)<br>D7)|
|**Protection class**|II8)|
|**Weight**|140 g|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Test input sender off**|TE to 0 V|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|



1) Limit values. 

- 2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

- 3) Signal transit time with resistive load. 4) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

- 5) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 6) C = interference suppression. 

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

- 8) Reference voltage: 50 V DC. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|581 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|**TM (mission time)**|20 years|



## 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|



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



## Connection type 

## Connection diagram 

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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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- ② LED signal strength indicator 

- ⑦ Sensitivity control 

- ⑧ Light/dark selector 

- ⑨ NPN/PNP changeover switch 

- ⑩ Time control t2= OFF delay 

- ⑪ Time control t1= ON delay 

- ⑫ Time delay selector switch 

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

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- 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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