# Photoelectric Sensor, W8G Series, Retroreflective, 3 m, NPN, 10 V to 30 V, Pre-wired ![Product image](https://novapart.co/image/farnell:2311006/) **URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WL8G-N1131/photoelectric-sensor-w8g-series-retroreflective-3 **SKU**: WL8G-N1131 **Manufacturer**: SICK **Price**: €102.2400 **Stock**: 10+ **Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative) ## Description Sensing Range Max:3m; Sensing Method:Retroreflective; Sensor Output:NPN; Product Range:WTB8 Series; Connection Method:Cable; Supply Voltage DC Min:10V; Supply Voltage DC Max:30V; SVH ## Specifications | Parameter | Value | |---|---| | Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) | | Product Range | W8G Series | | Sensing Method | Retroreflective | | Connection Method | Cable | | Sensing Range Max | 3m | | Sensor Output Type | NPN | | Supply Voltage Max | 30V | | Supply Voltage Min | 10V | | Sensing Distance Max | 3m | | Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V | | Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V | ## Datasheet 📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:2311006/) WL8G-N1131 **Photoelectric sensors W8G, Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor, autocollimation** **Model Name > WL8G-N1131 Part No. > 6033183** ## **At a glance** - Autocollimation - Standard miniature housing with M3 threaded mounting holes - - - - Light/dark switching selectable via rotary switch - Adjustable sensing range - All necessary accessories (BEF-W100-A and P250) are included with delivery ## **Your benefits** - Reliable object detection of transparent objects even at the shortest distances (no blind spot) or through narrow gaps - - Highly visible light spot makes alignment quick and easy _Illustration may differ_ - Reliable detection of all materials, including small and/or transparent objects, min. attenuation 15 % - All necessary accessories (bracket and reflector) are included with delivery, reducing installation and procurement costs - M3 mounting hole provides quick installation ## **Features** Sensor/detection principle: Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor, autocollimation Dimensions (W x H x D): 11 mm x 31 mm x 20 mm Housing design (light emission): Rectangular, Slim Sensing range max.: 0 m ... 3 m[1)] Sensing range: 0 m ... 1.7 m[2)] Type of light: Visible red light Light source: LED[3)] Wave length: 650 nm - Alarm output: - Focus adjustable: Adjustment: Potentiometer, 270° Light spot size (distance): Ø 70 mm (2 m) Photoelectric sensorsAAAAAAAAAAAAA© SICK AG. Subject to change without notice.AAAAAAAAAAAAA4/3/2013 12:25:11 PM 1) 2) 3) PL80A Average service life of 100,000 h at T = +25 °C A ## **Mechanics/electronics** Supply voltage: 10 V DC ... 30 V DC[1)] Ripple: ± 10 %[2)] Power consumption: ≤ 30 mA[3)] Switching output: NPN Switching output: Light/dark-switching Output characteristic: Open collector Switching mode selector: Manually selectable Signal voltage NPN HIGH ∕ LOW: Approx. VS ∕ < 1.8 V Output current Imax.: ≤ 100 mA Response time: ≤ 0.5 ms[4)] Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz[5)] Attenuation along light beam: ≤ 20 % Connection type: Cable, 3-wire, 2 m[6)] Cable material: PVC Circuit protection::: A, B, D[7)][8)][9)] Weight: 50 g Polarisation filter: ü - Front screen heating: - AS-Interface-Chip: Housing material: ABS, Plastic Optics material: PMMA Enclosure rating: IP 67 Items supplied: Stainless steel mounting bracket (1.4301/304) BEF-W100-A, Reflector P250F Special feature: For transparent objects Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C ... 55 °C Ambient storage temperature: -40 °C ... 70 °C 1) 2) 3) 4) Limit values, operation in short-circuit protected network max. 8 A May not exceed or fall short of V tolerances Without load Signal transit time with resistive S 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) load With light/dark ratio 1:1 Do not bend below 0 °C A = V connections reverse-polarity protected B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected D = S outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected Photoelectric sensorsAAAAAAAAAAAAA© SICK AG. Subject to change without notice.AAAAAAAAAAAAA4/3/2013 12:25:11 PM ## **Dimensional drawing** ## **Adjustments possible** Photoelectric sensorsAAAAAAAAAAAAA© SICK AG. Subject to change without notice.AAAAAAAAAAAAA4/3/2013 12:25:11 PM ## **Connection diagram** ## **Characteristic curve** Photoelectric sensorsAAAAAAAAAAAAA© SICK AG. Subject to change without notice.AAAAAAAAAAAAA4/3/2013 12:25:11 PM ## **Sensing range diagram** ## **Connection type** Photoelectric sensorsAAAAAAAAAAAAA© SICK AG. 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