# Photo Sensor, 2.5 m, PNP, Through Beam, 10 to 30 VDC, Cable with 4 Pin M8 Connector, W2 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WSE2S-2P3230S04/photo-sensor-25-m-pnp-through-beam-10-to-30-vdc
**SKU**: WSE2S-2P3230S04
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €142.6500
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 57 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W2 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | Cable with 4 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 2.5m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WSE2S-2P3230S04 W2 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WSE2S-2P3230S04 | W2** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

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|Other models and accessories|=>|www.sick.com/W2|

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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

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|Functional principle|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|Dimensions (W x H x D)|7.7 mm x 21.8 mm x 13.5 mm|
|Housing design (light emission)|Rectangular|
|Sensing range max.|0 m ... 2.5 m|
|Sensing range|0 m ... 2 m|
|Type of light|Visible red light|
|Light source|PinPoint LED|[1)]|
|Light spot size (distance)|Ø 65 mm (1,500 mm)|
|Wave length|640 nm|
|Adjustment|None|
|Special features|Increased operating reserve|

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

## Mechanics/electronics 

**Supply voltage UB** 10 V DC ... 30 V DC[1)] 

1) Limit values. 

- 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) Do not bend below 0 °C. 

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

- 8) B = output reverse-polarity protected. 

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

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|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|---|---|
|**Current consumption**|20 mA3)|
|**Switching output**|PNP|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 50 mA|
|**Response time**|< 0.4 ms4)|
|**Switching frequency**|1,200 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Cable with M8 male connector, 4-pin, 200 mm6)|
|**Cable material**|PVC|
|**Conductor cross section**|0.09 mm²|
|**Cable diameter**|Ø 3 mm|
|**Circuit protection**|A7)<br>B8)<br>D9)|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS/PC|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +50 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493|
|**Part number of individual components**|2069152 WS2S-2D3230 2069153 WE2S-2P3230|



1) Limit values. 

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) Do not bend below 0 °C. 7) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 8) B = output reverse-polarity protected. 9) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected. 

## 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|



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|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002716|
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|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002716|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



## Connection diagram 

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## Characteristic curve 

## WSE2S-2 

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1,000 tt<br>10010 QO<br>1 Sst _—<br>mm 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500<br>(inch) (19.69) (39.37) (59.06) (78.74) (98.43)<br>Distance in mm (inch)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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## Light spot size 

## WSE2S-2 

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Spot diameter in mm (inch)<br>80 Dimensions in mm (inch)<br>Sensing range Spot diameter<br>60<br>10 4.0<br>(0.39) (0.16)<br>40<br>250 13.0<br>(9.84) (0.51)<br>20<br>500 23.0<br>(19.69) (0.91)<br>0<br>1,000 45.0<br>(39.37) (1.77)<br>–20<br>1,500 65.0<br>(59.06) (2.56)<br>–40<br>2,500 116.0<br>(98.43) (4.57)<br>–60<br>–80<br>500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500<br>(19.69) (39.37) (59.06) (78.74) (98.43)<br>Sensing range in mm (inch)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Sensing range diagram 

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2,000 2,500<br>0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500<br>(19.69) (39.37) (59.06) (78.74) (98.43)<br>Distance in mm (inch)<br>Sensing range Sensing range max.<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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

## WSE2S-2 

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13.5 (0.53)<br>7.7<br>10.8 (0.43) (0.30)<br>— I<br>4<br>1<br>5<br>2<br>LJ oma |<br>3 3<br>Ø 3 6<br>(0.13)<br>M8 x 1<br>||<br>①   Optical axis, receiver<br>②   Optical axis, sender<br>③   Middle axis fixing hole Ø 3.2 mm<br>④   LED indicator green: power on<br>⑤   LED indicator yellow: Status of received light beam<br>⑥   Connection<br>)<br> (0.74) 0.86( )<br>12.8 (0.50) 18.9 15 (0.59) 21.8 1.06(<br>26.8  (1.63)<br>max. 41.5<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Recommended accessories 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W2 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
|v.|• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M8, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**5 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YF8U14-<br>050VA3XLEAX|2095889|
||• **Connection type head A:**Male connector, M8, 4-pin, straight<br>• **Description:**Unshielded<br>• **Connection systems:**Screw-type terminals<br>• **Permitted cross-section:**0.14 mm² ... 0.5 mm²|STE-0804-G|6037323|



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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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