# Photoelectric Sensor, 60 m, NPN / PNP, Through Beam, 4 Pin M12 Connector, 10 to 30 VDC, W24 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WS/WE24-2B440/photoelectric-sensor-60-m-npn-pnp-through-beam-4
**SKU**: WS/WE24-2B440
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €396.6200
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W24 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 60m |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WS/WE24-2B440 W24 

**COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WS/WE24-2B440 | W24** COMPACT PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WS/WE24-2B440|1017875|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W24||



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## EOr 

## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|27 mm x 87.5 mm x 65 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 60 m|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 50 m|
|**Focus**|Approx. 1°|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED1)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 700 mm (50 m)|
|**Angle of dispersion**|Approx. 1°|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer|



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

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Power consumption, sender**|50 mA3)|



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. 

- 9) Reference voltage: 50 V DC. 

- 10) Static, low heat output, use in +5° C ... +15° C. 

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|**Power consumption, receiver**|50 mA3)|
|---|---|
|**Switching output**|NPN, PNP|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Switching mode selector**|Selectable via PNP/NPN selector, selectable via light/dark selector|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA|
|**Response time**|≤ 500 µs4)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz5)|
|**Angle of reception**|Approx. 2.5°|
|**Time functions**|On delayoff delay|
|**Delay time**|Adjustable via time delay selector switch, 0.5 s ... 10 s|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>C7)<br>D8)|
|**Protection class**|II9)|
|**Weight**|660 g|
|**Front screen heating**|✔ 10)|
|**Housing material**|Metal, zinc diecast|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP69K|
|**Test input sender off**|TE to 0 V|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|
|**Part number of individual components**|2021418 WE24-2B440 2021465 WS24-2D440|



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. 

9) Reference voltage: 50 V DC. 

10) Static, low heat output, use in +5° C ... +15° C. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|392 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|**TM (mission time)**|20 years|



## Classifications 

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



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|**ECLASS 8.1**<br>~~I~~<br>~~ne~~|27270901<br>~~I~~<br>~~ne~~|
|**ECLASS 9.0**<br>~~ne~~<br>~~ne~~|27270901<br>~~ne~~<br>~~ne~~|
|**ECLASS 10.0**<br>~~ne~~<br>~~Me~~|27270901<br>~~ne~~<br>~~Me~~|
|**ECLASS 11.0**<br>~~Me~~<br>~~ne~~|27270901<br>~~Me~~<br>~~ne~~|
|**ECLASS 12.0**<br>~~ne~~<br>~~Pe~~|27270901<br>~~ne~~<br>~~Pe~~|
|**ETIM 5.0**<br>~~Pe~~<br>~~Pe~~|EC002716<br>~~Pe~~<br>~~Pe~~|
|**ETIM 6.0**<br>~~Pe~~<br>~~Pe~~|EC002716<br>~~Pe~~<br>~~Pe~~|
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|**UNSPSC 16.0901**<br>~~ne~~<br>~~Me~~|39121528<br>~~ne~~<br>~~Me~~|



Adjustments 

WT24-2, WL24-2, WS/WE24-2, DC, with time functions 

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- ② LED signal strength indicator 

⑧ Sensitivity control 

- ⑨ Light/dark selector 

- ⑩ NPN/PNP changeover switch 

- ⑪ Time control t2= OFF delay 

- ⑫ Time control t1= ON delay 

- ⑬ Time delay selector switch 

## Connection type 

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## Connection diagram 

## Cd-118 

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## Characteristic curve 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

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② LED signal strength indicator 

- ③ Center of optical axis 

- ④ M5 threaded mounting hole, 6 mm deep 

⑤ M5 threaded mounting hole, through-hole 

- ⑥ M16 screw fixing and plug rotatable by 90° 

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|Other models and accessories|www.sick.com/W24|
|Brief description|Type|Part no.|
|Mounting brackets and plates|
|Mounting bracket, large, stainless steel, without mounting hardware for the sensor|BEF-WG-W24|4026324|
|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|
|%o|•|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|
|®s,|•|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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