# Photoelectric Sensor, W12-3 Series, Through Beam, 20 m, PNP, 10 to 30 Vdc

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WSE12-3P2431/photoelectric-sensor-w12-3-series-through-beam-20
**SKU**: WSE12-3P2431
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €221.8100
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 541 days (indicative)

## Description

Sensing Range Max:20m; Sensing Method:Through Beam; Sensor Output:PNP; Product Range:W12-3 Series; Connection Method:M12 Connector; Supply Voltage DC Min:10VDC; Supply Voltage DC Max:30VDC

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W12-3 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 20m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 20m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10VDC |

## Datasheet

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WSE12-3P2431 W12-3 

**PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WSE12-3P2431 | W12-3** PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WSE12-3P2431|1041459|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W12-3||



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Sensor/detection principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|15.6 mm x 48.5 mm x 42 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 20 m|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 15 m|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED1)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 220 mm (15 m)|
|**Angle of dispersion**|Approx. 1.5°|
|**Wave length**|640 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer, 5 turns|



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

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|≤ 5 Vpp 2)|



- 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. 

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|**Power consumption, sender**|≤ 30 mA3)|
|---|---|
|**Power consumption, receiver**|≤ 15 mA3)|
|**Output type**|PNP|
|**Output function**|Complementary|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW**|> Uv - 2,5 V / ca. 0 V|
|**Output current Imax.**|100 mA|
|**Response time**|≤ 330 µs4)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,500 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)<br>C7)<br>D8)|
|**Protection class**|II|
|**Weight**|120 g|
|**Housing material**|Metal|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP66<br>IP67<br>IP69K|
|**Test input sender off**|TE to 0 V|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient storage temperature**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|
|**Part number of individual components**|2041879 WS12-3D2430 2041881 WE12-3P2431|



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. 

## Classifications 

|**ECl@ss 5.0**|27270901|
|---|---|
|**ECl@ss 5.1.4**|27270901|
|**ECl@ss 6.0**|27270901|
|**ECl@ss 6.2**|27270901|
|**ECl@ss 7.0**|27270901|
|**ECl@ss 8.0**|27270901|
|**ECl@ss 8.1**|27270901|
|**ECl@ss 9.0**|27270901|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002716|



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**UNSPSC 16.0901** 

## Adjustments possible 

WL12-3, WSE12-3 

② LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ③ LED indicator green: Supply voltage active 

- ⑥ Sensitivity control: potentiometer 

## Connection diagram 

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① Sender 

② Receiver 

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## Characteristic curve 

## WSE12-3 

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## Sensing range diagram 

WSE12-3 

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

WL12-3, WSE12-3 

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- ① Optical axis 

- ② LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam 

- ③ LED indicator green: Supply voltage active 

- ④ M4 threaded mounting hole, 4 mm deep 

- ⑤ Mounting hole, Ø 4.2 mm 

- ⑥ Sensitivity control: potentiometer 

- ⑦ Connection 

## Recommended accessories 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Universal bar clamp systems||||
||Plate N02 for universal clamp bracket, Zinc plated steel (sheet), Zinc die cast (clamping<br>bracket), Universal clamp (5322626), mounting hardware|BEF-KHS-N02|2051608|
||Plate N03 for universal clamp bracket, zinc coated, Zinc plated steel (sheet), Zinc die<br>cast (clamping bracket), Universal clamp (5322626), mounting hardware|BEF-KHS-N03|2051609|
||Plate N04 for universal clamp, steel, Zinc plated steel (sheet), Zinc die cast (clamping<br>bracket), Universal clamp (5322626), mounting hardware|BEF-KHS-N04|2051610|
|Device protection (mechanical)||||
|af|Protective housing for universal clamp, Zinc plated steel (protective housing), Zinc die<br>cast (clamping bracket), Universal clamp, mounting hardware|BEF-SG-W12-3|2045175|



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||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Mounting bracket, large, Stainless steel, mounting hardware included|BEF-WG-W12|2013942|
||Mounting bracket, small, Stainless steel, mounting hardware included|BEF-WK-W12|2012938|
|Terminal and alignment brackets||||
|y|Double clamp bracket for dovetail mounting, Aluminum (anodised), mounting hardware<br>included|BEF-DKH-W12|2013947|
|vy|Clamping block for dovetail mounting, Aluminum (anodised), mounting hardware includ-<br>ed|BEF-KH-W12|2013285|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: PVC, unshielded, 2 m|DOL-1204-G02M|6009382|
||Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: PVC, unshielded, 5 m|DOL-1204-G05M|6009866|
|‘>|Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled with LED<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: PVC, unshielded, 2 m|DOL-1204-L02M|6027945|
||Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled with LED<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: PVC, unshielded, 5 m|DOL-1204-L05M|6027944|
||Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: PVC, unshielded, 2 m|DOL-1204-W02M|6009383|
||Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: PVC, unshielded, 5 m|DOL-1204-W05M|6009867|
||Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled<br>Head B: cable<br>Cable: PVC, unshielded, 10 m|DOL-1204-W10M|6010541|
|®,|Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight<br>Head B: -<br>Cable: unshielded|DOS-1204-G|6007302|
|~~s3~~|Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled<br>Head B: -<br>Cable: unshielded|DOS-1204-W|6007303|
|Masks<br>~~s 3~~||||
|2,0<br>1,5<br>1,0<br>0,5|Mask card for WS/WE12-3 with 2 self-adhesive masks each for sender and receiver,<br>slot width X: 0.5 mm/1.0 mm/1.5 mm/2.0 mm|BL-12-SKN|4031815|



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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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