# Photoelectric Sensor, 5m, NPN/PNP/Push Pull, Retroreflective, 4Pin M12 Connector Cable, W16 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WLG16P-84162120A00/photoelectric-sensor-5m-npn-pnp-push-pull
**SKU**: WLG16P-84162120A00
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €198.7300
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 71 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W16 Series |
| Sensing Method | Autocollimation, ClearSens, Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | Cable with 4 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 5m |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP, Push Pull |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WLG16P-84162120A00 W16 

**SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WLG16P-84162120A00 | W16** SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WLG16P-84162120A00|1222694|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W16||



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Autocollimation, ClearSens|
|**Sensing range**||
|Sensing range min.|0 m|
|Sensing range max.|5 m|
|Maximum distance range from reflector to sen-|0 m ... 5 m|
|sor (operating reserve 1)||
|Reference reflector|Reflector P250F|
|Recommended sensing range for the best per-|0 m ... 5 m|
|formance||
|**Polarisation filters**|Yes|
|**Emitted beam**||
|Light source|PinPoint LED|
|Type of light|Visible red light|
|Shape of light spot|Point-shaped|
|Light spot size (distance)|Ø 80 mm (5 m)|
|Maximum dispersion of the emitted beam|< +/- 1.0° (at Ta = +23 °C)|
|around the standardized transmission axis||
|(squint angle)||



## **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-Turn adjustment|BluePilot: Teach-in plus user mode selector|
|IO-Link|For configuring the sensor parameters and Smart Task functions|
|**Indication**||
|LED blue|BluePilot: Mode display|
|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|
|**Special applications**|Detecting transparent objects|



## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|690 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0%|
|**TM (mission time)**|20 years (EN ISO 13849, rate of use: 60 %)|



## Communication interface 

|**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 = empty|
|VendorID|26|
|DeviceID HEX|0x800170|
|DeviceID DEC|8388976|
|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**|≤ 30 mA, without load. At UB= 24 V|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||



- 1) Limit values. 

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

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

- 4) This switching output must not be connected to another output. 

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|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|2 (Complementary)<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 and short-circuit protected<br>≤ 500 µs2)<br>150 µs<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 C4)<br>The pin 4 function of the sensor can be configured, Additional possible settings via IO-Link<br>Digital output, dark switching, object present → outputǬL1HIGH4)<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. 

4) This switching output must not be connected to another output. 

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|20 mm x 55.7 mm x 42 mm|
|**Connection**|Cable with M12 male connector, 4-pin, 188 mm|
|**Connection detail**<br>Deep-freeze property<br>Conductor size<br>Cable diameter<br>Length of cable (L)<br>Length of male connector<br>Bending radius<br>Bending cycles|Do not bend below 0 °C<br>0.14 mm²<br>Ø 4.8 mm<br>140 mm<br>48 mm<br>For flexible use > 12 x cable diameter<br>1,000,000|
|**Material**<br>Housing<br>Front screen<br>Cable<br>Male connector|Plastic, VISTAL®<br>Plastic, PMMA<br>PVC<br>Plastic, VISTAL®|
|**Weight**|Approx. 70 g|
|**Maximum tightening torque of the fixing**<br>**screws**|1.3 Nm|



## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP66 (EN 60529)|IP66 (EN 60529)|IP66 (EN 60529)|
|---|---|---|---|
||IP67 (EN 60529)|IP67 (EN 60529)|IP67 (EN 60529)|



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||IP69 (EN 60529)1)|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**Shock resistance**|50 g, 11 ms (25 positive and 25 negative shocks per axis, for X, Y, Z axes, 150 shocks in total<br>(EN60068-2-27))<br>50 g, 6 ms (5,000 positive and 5,000 negative shocks per axis, for X, Y, Z axes, 30,000 shocks<br>in total (EN60068-2-27))|
|**Vibration resistance**|10 Hz ... 2,000 Hz (Amplitude 0.5 mm / 10 g, 20 sweeps per axis, for X, Y, Z axes, 1 oc-<br>tave/min, (EN60068-2-6))|
|**Air humidity**|35 % ... 95 %, Relative humidity (no condensation)|
|**Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)**|EN 60947-5-2|
|**Resistance to cleaning agent**|ECOLAB|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|



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## Smart Task 

|**Smart Task name**|Base logics|
|---|---|
|**Logic function**|Direct<br>AND<br>OR<br>Window<br>Hysteresis|
|**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: 650 Hz2)|
|**Response time**|SIO Logic: 600  µs1)<br>IOL: 750 µs2)|
|**Repeatability**|SIO Logic: 300 µs1)<br>IOL: 400 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 status**|Yes|
|---|---|
|**Quality of teach**|Yes|
|**Quality of run**|Yes, Contamination display|



## Classifications 

|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270902|



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|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270902|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270902|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270902|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002717|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002717|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

## Maßzeichnung (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

Dimensional drawing, sensor 

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② Mounting hole, Ø 4.1 mm 

③ Connection 

- ④ Display and adjustment elements 

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Dimensional drawing, connection 

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For length of cable (L), see technical data ① Cable with M12 male connector 

## Adjustments 

Display and adjustment elements 

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① LED indicator green 

② LED indicator yellow 

③ Teach-Turn adjustment 

④ LED blue 

## Connection type 

M12 male connector, 4-pin 

2 1 3 4 

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## Connection diagram 

Cd-390 

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## Truth table 

Push-pull: PNP/NPN – dark switching Ǭ 

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## Light spot size 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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|a|a|
|---|---|
|1|PL10F CHEM reflector|
|2|Reflective tape REF-AC1000 (50 x 50 mm)|
|3|PL10FH-1 reflector|
|4|PL10F reflector|
|5|Reflector PL20F|
|6|Reflector P250F|
|A|Sensing range min. in m|
|B|Sensing range max. in m|
|C|Maximum distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 1)|



## Recommended accessories 

|a|**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Universal bar clamp systems||||
||Plate N02 for universal clamp bracket, Zinc plated steel (sheet), Zinc die cast (clamping<br>bracket), Universal clamp (5322626), mounting hardware|BEF-KHS-N02|2051608|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Universal mounting bracket for reflectors, steel, zinc coated|BEF-WN-REFX|2064574|
||Adapter for mounting W16 sensors in existing W14-2/W18-3 installations or L25 sen-<br>sors in existing L28 installations, plastic, fastening screws included|BEF-AP-W16|2095677|



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- **Brief description Type Part no.** 

- ~~SL~~ Plug connectors and cables • **Connection type head A:** Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded YF2A142096235 • **Connection type head B:** Flying leads 050VB3XLEAX • **Signal type:** Sensor/actuator cable • **Cable:** 5 m, 4-wire, PVC • **Description:** Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded • **Application:** Zones with chemicals • **Connection type head A:** Male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight STE-1204-G 6009932 

- ~~~~~~ • **Description:** Unshielded ~~es~~ • **Connection systems:** Screw-type terminals • **Permitted cross-section:** ≤ 0.75 mm² 

- ~~-o-~~ Reflectors Fine triple reflector, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 52 mm x 62 mm, PMP250F 5308843 MA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting 

- ~~iaim~~ 

## Recommended services 

Additional services www.sick.com/W16 **Type Part no.** ~~a~~ Function Block Factory • **Description:** The Function Block Factory supports common programmable logic controllers Function Block Factory On request (PLCs) from various manufacturers, such as Siemens, Beckhoff, Rockwell Automation and B&R. More information on the FBF can be found <a href=https://fbf.cloud.sick.com target="_blank"> here</a>. • **Note:** You can configure your function block at <a href=https://fbf.cloud.sick.com target="_blank"> Function Block Factory.</a> As a login please use your SICK ID. ~~_Ei~~ 

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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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