# Small Photoelectric Sensor, 100mA, PNP, 80m, 10 to 30 VDC, W12-2 Laser Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WS/WE12L-2P430/small-photoelectric-sensor-100ma-pnp-80m-10-to-30
**SKU**: WS/WE12L-2P430
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €606.8900
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Ip Rating | IP67, IP69K |
| Output Type | Digital - PNP |
| Sensor Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Light Source | 650nm Red Laser |
| Product Range | W12-2 Laser Series |
| Qualification | - |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 80m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 80m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
| Operating Temperature Max | 50°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -10°C |

## Datasheet

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WS/WE12L-2P430 W12-2 Laser 

**SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WS/WE12L-2P430 | W12-2 Laser** SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 80 m|
|**Emitted beam**<br>Light source<br>Type of light<br>Light spot size (distance)|Laser1)<br>Visible red light<br>Ø 150 mm (60 m)|
|**Key laser figures**<br>Normative reference<br>Laser class|EN 60825-1:2014, IEC 60825-1:2007<br>22)|
|**Key LED figures**<br>Wave length|650 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer|
|**Special applications**|Detecting small objects, Detection of objects moving at high speeds|
|**Items supplied**|2 x clamps BEF-KH-W12, incl. screws|
|**Part number of individual components**|2021722 WS12L-2D430 2021726 WE12L-2P430|



1) Average service life: 50,000 h at TU = +25 °C. 

2) Pulse length 4 µs, max. pulse power < 5,0 mW. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|396 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|**TM (mission time)**|10 years|



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## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption, sender**|≤ 45 mA3)|
|**Current consumption, receiver**|≤ 15 mA3)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Type|PNP|
|Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW|Uv - < 2.9 V, Uv V / 0 V <= 1.5 V|
|Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW|Uv - < 2.9 V, Uv V / 0 V <= 1.5 V|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA|
|Response time|≤ 200 µs4)|
|Switching frequency|2,500 Hz5)|
|**Output function**|Complementary|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>C7)<br>D8)|



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) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

5) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

6) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

7) C = interference suppression. 

8) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected. 

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|15 mm x 49 mm x 41.5 mm|
|**Connection**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Metal|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Weight**|260 g|



## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP67<br>IP69K|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–10 °C ... +50 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–25 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|



## Classifications 

|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270901|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270901|



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|---|---|
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|**UNSPSC 16.0901**<br>~~Me~~<br>~~Me~~|39121528<br>~~Me~~<br>~~Me~~|



Adjustments 

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① Status indicator (WS, top only) 

⑥ Focal adjustment (WS) 

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② LED signal strength indicator (WE) 

⑦ Sensitivity adjustment (WE) 

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## Connection type 

## Connection diagram 

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## Characteristic curve 

WS/WE12L-2, 80 m 

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## Sensing range diagram 

WS/WE12L-2, 80 m 

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Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

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- ① Operating indicator, green 

- ② LED reception indicator, yellow 

- ③ Center of optical axis 

- ④ M4 threaded mounting hole – 4 mm depth 

- ⑤ Mounting hole, Ø 4.2 mm 

- ⑥ Focal adjustment 

- ⑦ Sensitivity control 

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## Recommended accessories 

> Other models and accessories > www.sick.com/W12-2_Laser 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded|YF2A14-|2096235|
||• **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|
|Sa|• **Description:**Unshielded|||
|om|• **Connection systems:**Screw-type terminals|||
||• **Permitted cross-section:**≤ 0.75 mm²|||



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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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