# Photoelectric Sensor, 5m, PNP, Retroreflective, 30VDC, 4 Pin M8 Connector, IP66/67/68/69K, W4 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WLG4S-3F2235V/photoelectric-sensor-5m-pnp-retroreflective-30vdc
**SKU**: WLG4S-3F2235V
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €202.0200
**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 | 4 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 5m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WLG4S-3F2235V W4 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WLG4S-3F2235V | W4** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WLG4S-3F2235V|1045098|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W4||



Illustration may differ 

## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Autocollimation|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 5 m1)|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 3 m1)|
|**Polarisation filters**|Yes|
|**Emitted beam**<br>Light source<br>Type of light<br>Light spot size (distance)|PinPoint LED2)<br>Visible red light<br>Ø 45 mm (1.5 m)|
|**Key LED figures**<br>Wave length|650 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Cable3)|
|**Special applications**|Hygienic and washdown zones, Detecting transparent objects|
|**Housing design**|Washdown|
|**AutoAdapt**|✔|



1) Reflector PL80A. 

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

3) External teach-in: pulse > 2 s with voltage Uv with PNP and M with NPN. 

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## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|1,232 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|



## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|30 mA3)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Type|PNP|
|Switching mode|Dark switching|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA|
|Response time|< 0.5 ms4)|
|Switching frequency|1,000 Hz5)|
|**Attenuation along light beam**|> 8 %|
|**Circuit protection**|A, B, C6) 7) 8)|
|**Special feature**|Detecting transparent objects|



1) Limit values, reverse-polarity protected, operation in short-circuit protected network: max. 8 A. 

2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

3) Without load. 

4) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

5) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

6) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

7) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 

8) C = interference suppression. 

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Design detail**|Slim|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|15.25 mm x 44.5 mm x 22.2 mm|
|**Connection**|Male connector M8, 4-pin1)|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Stainless steel, Stainless steel V4A (1.4404, 316L)|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Weight**|40 g|



1) Max. tightening torque: 0.6 Nm. 

## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP66<br>IP67<br>IP68<br>IP69K1)|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–30 °C ... +60 °C2)|



- 1) Only in case of correctly mounted IP69K connecting cable. 

- 2) At UV ≤ 24 V and IA < 30 mA. 

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**Ambient temperature, storage** –30 °C ... +75 °C **UL File No.** NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493 

1) Only in case of correctly mounted IP69K connecting cable. 

2) At UV ≤ 24 V and IA < 30 mA. 

## Classifications 

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



## Connection diagram 

Cd-092 

BN 1 + (L+) ~~<—~~ WH 2 Teach BU 3 **-** (M) BK 4 ~~>—_1=~~ Q 

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## Characteristic curve 

## WL4S-3, WLG4S-3, 5 m 

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- ② Reflector PL40A 

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- ④ PL10F reflector 

- ⑤ Reflector P250 CHEM 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

## Sensing range diagram 

WL4S-3, WLG4S-3, 5 m 

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- ③ Reflector PL20A 

- ④ PL10F reflector 

- ⑤ Reflector P250 CHEM 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

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

WL4S-3V, WLG4S-3V, without single teach-in button 

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- ④ LED indicator green: Supply voltage active 

## Recommended accessories 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Mounting bracket for floor mounting, Stainless steel 1.4571, mounting hardware includ-<br>ed|BEF-W4-B|2051630|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M8, 4-pin, straight<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**5 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Connection systems:**Flying leads<br>• **Note:**This product is generally resistant to chemical cleaning agents (see ECOLAB).<br>Please do not use cleaning agents of any other Kind., Not resistant against lactic acid<br>& hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)<br>• **Application:**Hygienic and washdown zones|DOL-0804-G05MNI|6059194|



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||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Reflectors||||
||Chemically resistant, screw connection, 52 mm x 61 mm, plastic, Screw-on, 2 hole<br>mounting|P250 CHEM|5321097<br>~~[~~|



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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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