# Photo Sensor, 4 m, PNP, Retroreflective, 10 to 30 VDC, Cable, W9 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WL9-3P3430/photo-sensor-4-m-pnp-retroreflective-10-to-30-vdc
**SKU**: WL9-3P3430
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €114.6400
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W9 Series |
| Sensing Method | Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | Cable |
| Sensing Range Max | 4m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10V |
| Sensing Distance Max | 4m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WL9-3P3430 W9 **SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WL9-3P3430 | W9** SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

Ordering information **Type Part no.** ‘ ~~Lo~~ WL9-3P3430 1049066 Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W9 Illustration may differ 

Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Device type**|Photoelectric sensors|
|---|---|
|**Sensor/ detection principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor, autocollimation|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|12.2 mm x 50 mm x 23.6 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Mounting hole**|M3|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 4 m1)|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 2.5 m1)|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|PinPoint LED2)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 45 mm (1.5 m)|
|**Wave length**|650 nm|
|**Adjustment**|None|



1) Reflector PL80A. 

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

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## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|30 mA3)|
|**Switching output**|PNP4)|
|**Output function**|Complementary|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching4)|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA5)|
|**Response time**|< 0.5 ms6)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz7)|
|**Connection type**|Cable with M12 male connector, 4-pin, 120 mm8)|
|**Cable material**|PVC|
|**Conductor cross-section**|0.14 mm²|
|**Circuit protection**|A9)<br>B10)<br>C11)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Weight**|80 g|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, VISTAL®|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP66<br>IP67<br>IP69K|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493|



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) Q = light switching. 5) At and above Tu 50 °C, a max. load current of Imax. = 50 mA is permitted. 6) Signal transit time with resistive load. 7) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 8) Do not bend below 0 °C. 9) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 10) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 11) C = interference suppression. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|3,007 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|Classifications||
|**ECl@ss 5.0**|27270902|
|**ECl@ss 5.1.4**|27270902|



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|**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|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Connection type 

## Connection diagram 

## Cd-084 

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## Characteristic curve 

WL9-3, red light, 4 m 

## Function reserve 

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- ① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector P250 

- ③ Reflector PL40A 

- ④ Reflector PL20A 

- ⑤ PL10F reflector 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

## Light spot size 

WL9-3, red light, 4 m 

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## Sensing range diagram 

WL9-3, red light, 4 m 

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- ① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector P250 

- ③ Reflector PL40A 

- ④ Reflector PL20A 

- ⑤ PL10F reflector 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

## Adjustments 

No adjustment possibility 

- ③ LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ④ LED indicator green: power on 

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Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

WL9-3, WSE9-3 

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- ③ LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ④ LED indicator green: power on 

- ⑤ Connecting cable or connector 

- ⑥ Male connector M8, 4-pin 

- ⑦ Male connector M12, 4-pin 

## Recommended accessories 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W9 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Mounting bracket, steel, zinc coated, mounting hardware included|BEF-WN-W9-2|2022855|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>Head B: Flying leads<br>Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m|YF2A14-<br>050VB3XLEAX|2096235|
||Head A: female connector, M8, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>Head B: Flying leads<br>Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m|YF8U14-<br>050VA3XLEAX|2095889|
||Head A: male connector, M8, 4-pin, straight<br>Head B: -<br>Cable: unshielded|STE-0804-G|6037323|
|ws|Head A: male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight<br>Head B: -<br>Cable: unshielded|STE-1204-G|6009932|
|Reflectors||||
||Rectangular, screw connection, 40 mm x 60 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-<br>ing|PL40A|1012720|



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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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