# Photo Sensor, 500 mm, NPN, Through Beam, 12 to 24 VDC, Cable with Connector, W2 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WS/WE2F-E010S04/photo-sensor-500-mm-npn-through-beam-12-to-24-vdc
**SKU**: WS/WE2F-E010S04
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €159.1400
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W2 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | Cable with Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 500mm |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 24V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 12V |

## Datasheet

📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4390014/)

WS/WE2F-E010 S04 W2 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WS/WE2F-E010 S04 | W2** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WS/WE2F-E010 S04|6048714|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W2<br>>||



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|12 mm x 20 mm x 3.5 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 0.5 m|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 0.4 m|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED1)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 10 mm (100 mm)|
|**Wave length**|660 nm|
|**Adjustment**|None|



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

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage UB**|12 V DC ... 24 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Switching output**|NPN|
|**Switching mode**|Dark switching|
|**Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW**|Approx. VS– 1.8 V / 0 V|
|**Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW**|Approx. VS/ < 1.8 V|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 50 mA|



1) +- 10 %. 

- 2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

- 3) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

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

- 5) Do not bend below 0 °C. 

- 6) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

- 7) C = interference suppression. 

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

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|**Response time**|≤ 0.5 ms3)|
|---|---|
|**Switching frequency**|1,000 Hz4)|
|**Connection type**|Cable with MOLEX-connector, 300 mm5)|
|**Cable material**|PVC|
|**Cable diameter**|Ø 2.4 mm|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>C7)<br>D8)|
|**Weight**|35 g|
|**Special device**|✔|
|**Reverse polarity protection**|✔|
|**Short-circuit protection**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, PC|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PC|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–20 °C ... +55 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|



1) +- 10 %. 

- 2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

- 3) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

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

- 5) Do not bend below 0 °C. 

- 6) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 

7) C = interference suppression. 

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

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|987 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|Classifications||
|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270901|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270901|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002716|



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|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002716|
|---|---|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002716|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Characteristic curve 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

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- ① Mounting holes, Ø 2.1 mm 

- ② Optical axis, receiver 

- ③ Optical axis, sender 

- ④ LED indicator green 

- ⑤ LED indicator orange 

- ⑥ LED indicator green 

- ⑦ Connection 

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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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