# Photoelectric Sensor, W4S-3 Series, Inox Glass, Retro Reflective, 5 m, PNP, 10 to 30 Vdc

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**SKU**: WLG4S-3P2232V
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €204.0400
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)

## Description

Sensing Range Max:5m; Sensing Method:Retroreflective; Sensor Output:PNP; Product Range:W4S-3 Series; Connection Method:M8 Connector; Supply Voltage DC Min:10VDC; Supply Voltage DC Max:30VDC

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W4 Series |
| Sensing Method | Retroreflective |
| Connection Method | M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 5m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 5m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10VDC |

## Datasheet

📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:2776943/)

WLG4S-3P2232V W4S-3 Inox Glass **PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WLG4S-3P2232V | W4S-3 Inox Glass** PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**||**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|
|WLG4S-3P2232V||1046446|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W4S-3_Inox_Glass|||



Illustration may differ 

Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Sensor/detection principle**|Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor, autocollimation|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|15.25 mm x 44.9 mm x 22.2 mm|
|**Housing design**|Washdown|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 5 m1)|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 3 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**|Single teach-in button|
|**AutoAdapt**|✔|



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)|
|**Power consumption**|≤ 30 mA3)|
|**Output type**|PNP|
|**Output function**|Complementary|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA|
|**Response time**|< 0.5 ms4)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Connector M8, 4-pin6)|
|**Circuit protection**|A, B, C7) 8) 9)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Weight**|40 g|
|**Polarisation filter**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Stainless steel, stainless steel 316L|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP66, IP67, IP68, IP69K10)|
|**Special feature**|Detecting transparent objects|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–30 °C ... +70 °C11)<br>–30 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient storage temperature**|–30 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|



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) Max. tightening torque: 0.6 Nm. 7) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 8) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 9) C = interference suppression. 

10) Only in case of correctly mounted IP69K connecting cable. 11) At UV ≤ 24 V and IA < 30 mA. 

## 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|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002717|



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**ETIM 6.0** EC002717 **UNSPSC 16.0901** 39121528 

## Connection diagram 

Cd-083 

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## Characteristic curve 

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

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① Reflector PL80A 

- ② Reflector PL40A ③ Reflector PL20A 

- ④ PL10F reflector 

- ⑤ Reflector P250 CHEM 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

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## Sensing range diagram 

WL4S-3, WLG4S-3, 5 m 

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- ⑤ Reflector P250 CHEM 

- ⑥ Reflective tape REF-IRF-56 

Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

WL4S-3V, WLG4S-3V, with single teach-in button 

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- ① Center of optical axis 

- ② Threaded mounting hole M3 

- ③ LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ④ LED indicator green: Supply voltage active 

- ⑤ Teach-in button 

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## Recommended accessories 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Universal bar clamp systems||||
||Plate N02N for universal clamp bracket, Stainless steel 1.4571 (sheet), Stainless steel<br>1.4408 (clamp), Universal clamp (5322626), mounting hardware|BEF-KHS-N02N|2051618|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||Head A: female connector, M8, 4-pin, angled<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: drag chain use, PP, unshielded, 2 m<br>This product is generally resistant to chemical cleaning agents (see ECOLAB) and other<br>chemical compounds such as H2O2 and CH2O2. Before permanent installation is car-<br>ried out, the material's resistance to the cleaning agent being used must be checked.|DOL-0804-W02MRN|6058514|
||Head A: female connector, M8, 4-pin, angled<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: drag chain use, PP, unshielded, 5 m<br>This product is generally resistant to chemical cleaning agents (see ECOLAB) and other<br>chemical compounds such as H2O2 and CH2O2. Before permanent installation is car-<br>ried out, the material's resistance to the cleaning agent being used must be checked.|DOL-0804-W05MRN|6058515|
||Head A: female connector, M8, 4-pin, angled<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: drag chain use, PP, unshielded, 10 m<br>This product is generally resistant to chemical cleaning agents (see ECOLAB) and other<br>chemical compounds such as H2O2 and CH2O2. Before permanent installation is car-<br>ried out, the material's resistance to the cleaning agent being used must be checked.|DOL-0804-W10MRN|6058517|
||Head A: female connector, M8, 4-pin, angled<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: drag chain use, PP, unshielded, 25 m<br>This product is generally resistant to chemical cleaning agents (see ECOLAB) and other<br>chemical compounds such as H2O2 and CH2O2. Before permanent installation is car-<br>ried out, the material's resistance to the cleaning agent being used must be checked.|DOL-0804-W25MRN|6058518|
|Reflectors||||
||Rectangular, screw connection, 80 mm x 80 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mount-<br>ing|PL80A|1003865|
||Fine triple reflector, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 47 mm x 47 mm, PM-<br>MA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting|P250F|5308843|
|ms<br>=|Fine triple reflector, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 56 mm x 28 mm, PM-<br>MA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting|PL30F|5326523|
||Fine triple reflector, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 76 mm x 45 mm, PM-<br>MA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting|PL81-1F|5325060|
||Suitable for laser sensors, self-adhesive, cut, see alignment note, 56.3 mm x 56.3 mm,<br>self-adhesive|REF-AC1000-56|4063030|
||Chemically resistant, screw connection, 47 mm x 47 mm, Plastic, Screw-on, 2 hole<br>mounting|P250 CHEM|5321097|



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|Fine triple reflector, chemically resistant, screw connection, 18 mm x 18 mm, Plastic,<br>Screw-on, 2 hole mounting|PL10F CHEM|5321636|
|---|---|---|
|Chemically resistant, screw connection, suitable for laser sensors, 16 mm x 38 mm,<br>Plastic, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting|PL20F-CHEM|5326089|
|Anti-fog to prevent moisture condensation on the reflective surface, screw connection,<br>56 mm x 37 mm, PMMA/ABS, Screw-on, 2 hole mounting|PL40A Antifog|5322011|
|Stainless steel reflector, hygienic design, chemically resistant, enclosure rating IP69K,<br>D12 adapter shaft, 25 mm x 25 mm, Stainless steel V4A (1.4404, 316L), D12-adapter<br>shaft|PLH25-D12|2063404|
|Stainless steel reflector, hygienic design, chemically resistant, Enclosure rating IP 69K,<br>M12-adapter thread, 25 mm x 25 mm, Stainless steel V4A (1.4404, 316L), M12-<br>adapter thread|PLH25-M12|2063403|



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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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