# Photo Sensor, 4.5 m, NPN / PNP, Push Pull, Retroreflective, 10 to 30 VDC, M8 Connector, W4F Series

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**SKU**: WLD4FP-2256K130A00
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €83.2200
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W4 Series |
| Sensing Method | Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 4.5m |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP, Push Pull |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10V |
| Sensing Distance Max | 4.5m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WLD4FP-2256K130A00 W4F **MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WLD4FP-2256K130A00 | W4F** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

**Type Part no.** ~~a~~ WLD4FP-2256K130A00 1119992 Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W4F 

Illustration may differ 

## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|With minimum distance to reflector (dual lens system)|
|**Sensing range**<br>Sensing range min.<br>Sensing range max.<br>Maximum distance range from reflector to sen-<br>sor (operating reserve 1)<br>Recommended distance range from reflector to<br>sensor (operating reserve 3,75)<br>Reference reflector<br>Recommended sensing range for the best per-<br>formance|0 mm<br>4.5 m<br>0.015 m ... 4.5 m<br>0.035 m ... 3.9 m<br>Reflector P250<br>0.035 m ... 3.9 m|
|**Polarisation filters**|Yes|
|**Emitted beam**<br>Light source<br>Type of light<br>Shape of light spot<br>Light spot size (distance)<br>Maximum dispersion of the emitted beam<br>around the standardized transmission axis<br>(squint angle)|PinPoint LED<br>Visible red light<br>Point-shaped<br>Ø 38 mm (1,000 mm)<br>< +/- 1.5° (at Ta = +23 °C)|
|**Key LED figures**||



## **Key LED figures** 

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|Normative reference|EN 62471:2008-09 | IEC 62471:2006, modified|
|---|---|
|LED risk group marking|Free group|
|Wave length|635 nm|
|Average service life|100,000 h at Ta= +25 °C|
|**Adjustment**||
|Teach-in button|BluePilot: for sensitivity adjustment|
|IO-Link|For configuring the sensor parameters and Smart Task functions|
|**Indication**||
|LED blue|BluePilot: Alignment aid|
|LED green|Operating indicator<br>Static on: power on<br>Flashing: IO-Link mode|
|LED yellow|Status of received light beam<br>Static on: object not present<br>Static off: object present<br>Flashing: Below the 1.5 function reserve|
|**Special features**|Pin2 pre-setting (MF): teach-in via cable|



## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|747 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|**TM (mission time)**|20 years (EN ISO 13849)<br>Rate of use: 60 %|



## Communication interface 

|**IO-Link**|✔, IO-Link V1.1|
|---|---|
|Data transmission rate|COM2 (38,4 kBaud)|
|Cycle time|2.3 ms|
|Process data length|16 Bit|
|Process data structure|Bit 0 = switching signal QL1<br>Bit 1 = switching signal QL2<br>Bit 2 ... 15 = Current receiver level (live)|
|VendorID|26|
|DeviceID HEX|0x8002B8|
|DeviceID DEC|8389304|
|Compatible master port type|A|
|SIO mode support|Yes|



## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|≤ 5 Vpp|
|**Usage category**|DC-12 (According to EN 60947-5-2)<br>DC-13 (According to EN 60947-5-2)|
|**Current consumption**|≤ 20 mA, without load. At UB= 24 V|
|**Protection class**|III|



- 1) Limit values. 

- 2) Signal transit time with resistive load in switching mode. 

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

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## **Digital output** 

|**Digital output**<br>Number<br>Type<br>Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW<br>Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW<br>Output current Imax.<br>Circuit protection outputs<br>Response time<br>Repeatability (response time)<br>Switching frequency|1<br>Push-pull: PNP/NPN<br>Approx. UB-2.5 V / 0 V<br>Approx. UB/ < 2.5 V<br>≤ 100 mA<br>Reverse polarity protected<br>Overcurrent protected<br>Short-circuit protected<br>≤ 500 µs<br>150 µs2)<br>1,000 Hz3)|
|---|---|
|**Pin/Wire assignment**<br>Function of pin 4/black (BK)<br>Function of pin 4/black (BK) – detail<br>Function of pin 2/white (WH)<br>Function of pin 2/white (WH) – detail|Digital output, light switching, object present → output QL1LOW; IO-Link communication C<br>The pin 4 function of the sensor can be configured, Additional possible settings via IO-Link<br>Digital input, teach, LOW active<br>The pin 2 function of the sensor can be configured, Additional possible settings via IO-Link|



## **Pin/Wire assignment** 

1) Limit values. 

2) Signal transit time with resistive load in switching mode. 

3) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|16 mm x 40.1 mm x 12.1 mm|
|**Connection**|Male connector M8, 4-pin|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Plastic, VISTAL®|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|Male connector|Plastic, VISTAL®|
|**LABS-free**|Yes (VDMA 24364-A1-L)|
|**Weight**|Approx. 30 g|
|**Maximum tightening torque of the fixing**|0.4 Nm|
|**screws**||
|Ambient data||
|**Enclosure rating**|IP66 (EN 60529)|
||IP67 (EN 60529)|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**Typ. Ambient light immunity**|Artificial light: ≤ 50,000 lx|
||Sunlight: ≤ 50,000 lx|
|**Shock resistance**|30 g, 11 ms (3 positive and 3 negative shocks along X, Y, Z axes, 18 total shocks|
||(EN60068-2-27))|
|**Vibration resistance**|10 Hz ... 1,000 Hz (Amplitude 1 mm, 3 x 30 min (EN60068-2-6))|
|**Air humidity**|35 % ... 95 %, relative humidity (no condensation)|
|**Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)**|EN 60947-5-2|



## Ambient data 

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|**Resistance to cleaning agent**|ECOLAB|
|---|---|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|
|Smart Task||
|**Smart Task name**|Base logics|
|**Logic function**|Direct<br>AND<br>OR|
|**Timer function**|Deactivated<br>On delay<br>Off delay<br>ON and OFF delay<br>Impulse (one shot)|
|**Inverter**|Yes|
|**Switching frequency**|SIO Logic: 800 Hz1)<br>IOL: 750 Hz2)|
|**Response time**|SIO Logic: 600  µs1)<br>IOL: 650 µs2)|
|**Repeatability**|SIO Logic: 200 µs1)<br>IOL: 250 µs2)|
|**Switching signal**||
|Switching signal QL1|Switching output|
|Switching signalǬL1|Switching output|



- 1) Use of Smart Task functions without IO-Link communication (SIO mode). 

2) Use of Smart Task functions with IO-Link communication function. 

## Diagnosis 

|**Device temperature**||
|---|---|
|Measuring range|Very cold, cold, moderate, warm, hot|
|**Device status**|Yes|
|**Detailed device status**|Yes|
|**Operating hour counter**|Yes|
|**Operating hours counter with reset function**|Yes|
|**Quality of teach**|Yes|
|**Quality of run**|Yes, Contamination display|



## 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|



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|**ECl@ss 12.0**|27270904|
|---|---|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Connection type 

Male connector M8, 4-pin 

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## Connection diagram 

Cd-507 

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## Truth table 

Push-pull: PNP/NPN - light switching Q 

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## Push-pull: PNP/NPN – dark switching Ǭ 

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Dark switching Q (normally open (upper switch), normally closed (lower switch))<br>Object not present   Output LOW Object present   Output HIGH<br>Light receive<br>Light receive indicator<br>Load resistance to L+<br>Load resistance to M<br>+ (L+) + (L+)<br>Q Q<br>‒ (M) ‒ (M)<br>Characteristic curve<br>Reflective tape<br>Operating reserve<br>15<br>3<br>10<br>2<br>1<br>5<br>1<br>0 1 2 3 4 5 6<br>(3.28) (6.56) (9.84) (13.12) (16.40) (19.69)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

- ① Reflective tape REF-DG 

- ② Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

- ③ Reflective tape REF-AC1000 

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## Standard reflectors 

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Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

- ① Reflector PL22 

- ② Reflector PL20A 

- ③ Reflector PL30A 

- ④ Reflector PL40A 

- ⑤ Reflector PL80A 

- ⑥ Reflector C110A 

- ⑦ Reflector P250 

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## Fine triple reflectors 

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Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

① PL10FH reflector 

- ② PL10F reflector 

- ③ Reflector PL20F 

- ④ Reflector P250F 

## Chemical-resistant reflectors 

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Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

- ① PL10F CHEM reflector 

- ② Reflector PL20 CHEM 

- ③ Reflector P250 CHEM 

- ④ Reflector P250H 

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## Light spot size 

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## Sensing range diagram 

## Standard reflectors 

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A = Sensing range min. in m 

- B = Sensing range max. in m 

- C = Maximum distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 1) 

- D = Recommended distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 3.75) 

Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

- ① Reflector PL22 

- ② Reflector PL20A 

- ③ Reflector PL30A 

- ④ Reflector PL40A 

- ⑤ Reflector PL80A 

- ⑥ Reflector C110A 

- ⑦ Reflector P250 

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## Reflective tape 

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- A = Sensing range min. in m 

- B = Sensing range max. in m 

- C = Maximum distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 1) 

- D = Recommended distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 3.75) 

Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

- ① Reflective tape REF-DG (50 x 50 mm) 

- ② Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

- ③ Reflective tape REF-AC1000 

## Fine triple reflectors 

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A = Sensing range min. in m 

B = Sensing range max. in m 

C = Maximum distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 1) 

- D = Recommended distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 3.75) 

Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

- ① PL10FH reflector 

- ② PL10F reflector 

- ③ Reflector PL20F 

- ④ Reflector P250F 

## Chemical-resistant reflectors 

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A = Sensing range min. in m 

- B = Sensing range max. in m 

- C = Maximum distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 1) 

- D = Recommended distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 3.75) 

Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

- ① PL10F CHEM reflector 

- ② Reflector PL20 CHEM 

- ③ Reflector P250 CHEM 

- ④ Reflector P250H 

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## Adjustments 

Display and adjustment elements 

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

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- ④ Connection 

- ⑤ Display and adjustment elements 

## Recommended accessories 

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**Brief description Type Part no.** a ~~a~~ Plug connectors and cables Head A: male connector, M8, 4-pin, straight STE-0804-G 6037323 Cable: unshielded ~~%. |.~~ Reflectors Fine triple reflector, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 20 mm x 32 mm, PMPL10F 5311210 MA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting » ~~|.~~ 

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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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