# Photo Sensor, 10 m, NPN / PNP, Push Pull, Through Beam, 10 to 30 VDC, M8 Connector, W4F Series

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**SKU**: WSE4FP-22162100A00
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €150.0700
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 57 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W4 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 10m |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP, Push Pull |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10V |
| Sensing Distance Max | 10m |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WSE4FP-22162100A00 W4F 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WSE4FP-22162100A00 | W4F** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WSE4FP-22162100A00|1116537|
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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Sensing range**<br>Sensing range min.<br>Sensing range max.<br>Maximum distance range from receiver to<br>sender (operating reserve 1)<br>Recommended distance range from receiver to<br>sender (operating reserve 2)<br>Recommended sensing range for the best per-<br>formance|0 m<br>10 m<br>0 m ... 10 m<br>0 m ... 7.5 m<br>0 m ... 7.5 m|
|**Emitted beam**<br>Light source<br>Type of light<br>Shape of light spot<br>Light spot size (distance)<br>Maximum dispersion of the emitted beam<br>around the standardized transmission axis<br>(squint angle)|PinPoint LED<br>Visible red light<br>Point-shaped<br>Ø 40 mm (1,000 mm)<br>< +/- 1.5° (at Ta = +23 °C)|
|**Key LED figures**<br>Normative reference<br>LED risk group marking<br>Wave length<br>Average service life|EN 62471:2008-09 | IEC 62471:2006, modified<br>Free group<br>635 nm<br>100,000 h at Ta= +25 °C|
|**Adjustment**||



## **Adjustment** 

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|IO-Link|For configuring the sensor parameters and Smart Task functions|
|---|---|
|Wire/pin|For deactivation of the sender and execution of test logic|
|**Indication**||
|LED blue|BluePilot: Alignment aid|
|LED green|Operating indicator<br>Static on: power on<br>Flashing: IO-Link mode|
|LED yellow|Status of received light beam<br>Static on: object not present<br>Static off: object present|
|Safety-related parameters||
|**MTTFD**|574 years|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|**TM (mission time)**|20 years|
|Communication interface||
|**IO-Link**|✔, IO-Link V1.1|
|Data transmission rate|COM2 (38,4 kBaud)|
|Cycle time|2.3 ms|
|Process data length|16 Bit|
|Process data structure|Bit 0 = switching signal QL1<br>Bit 1 = switching signal QL2|
|VendorID|26|
|DeviceID HEX|0x800193|
|DeviceID DEC|8389011|
|Compatible master port type|A|
|SIO mode support|Yes|



## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|≤ 5 Vpp|
|**Usage category**|DC-12 (According to EN 60947-5-2)<br>DC-13 (According to EN 60947-5-2)|
|**Current consumption**|≤ 20 mA, without load. At UB= 24 V|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Number|2 (Complementary)|
|Type|Push-pull: PNP/NPN|
|Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW|Approx. UB-2.5 V / 0 V|
|Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW|Approx. UB/ < 2.5 V|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA|
|Circuit protection outputs|Reverse polarity protected<br>Overcurrent protected<br>Short-circuit protected|



- 1) Limit values. 

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

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|Response time<br>Switching frequency|≤ 500 µs<br>1,000 Hz2)|
|---|---|
|**Digital input**<br>Number|1|
|**Pin/Wire assignment, sender**<br>Function of pin 4/black (BK)|Input, sender off, LOW active|
|**Pin/Wire assignment, receiver**<br>Function of pin 4/black (BK)<br>Function of pin 4/black (BK) – detail<br>Function of pin 2/white (WH)<br>Function of pin 2/white (WH) – detail|Digital output, light switching, object present → output QL1LOW; IO-Link communication C<br>The pin 4 function of the sensor can be configured, Additional possible settings via IO-Link<br>Digital output, dark switching, object present → outputǬL1HIGH<br>The pin 2 function of the sensor can be configured, Additional possible settings via IO-Link|



1) Limit values. 

2) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|16 mm x 40.1 mm x 12.1 mm|
|**Connection**|Male connector M8, 4-pin|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Plastic, VISTAL®|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|Male connector|Plastic, VISTAL®|
|**LABS-free**|Yes (VDMA 24364-A1-L)|
|**Weight**|Approx. 30 g|
|**Maximum tightening torque of the fixing**|0.4 Nm|
|**screws**||
|Ambient data||
|**Enclosure rating**|IP66 (EN 60529)|
||IP67 (EN 60529)|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**Typ. Ambient light immunity**|Artificial light: ≤ 15,000 lx|
||Sunlight: ≤ 50,000 lx|
|**Shock resistance**|30 g, 11 ms (3 positive and 3 negative shocks along X, Y, Z axes, 18 total shocks|
||(EN60068-2-27))|
|**Vibration resistance**|10 Hz ... 1,000 Hz (Amplitude 1 mm, 3 x 30 min (EN60068-2-6))|
|**Air humidity**|35 % ... 95 %, relative humidity (no condensation)|
|**Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)**|EN 60947-5-2|
|**Resistance to cleaning agent**|ECOLAB|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|
|Smart Task||
|**Smart Task name**|Base logics|



- 1) Use of Smart Task functions without IO-Link communication (SIO mode). 

2) Use of Smart Task functions with IO-Link communication function. 

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|**Logic function**|Direct<br>AND<br>OR|
|---|---|
|**Timer function**|Deactivated<br>On delay<br>Off delay<br>ON and OFF delay<br>Impulse (one shot)|
|**Inverter**|Yes|
|**Switching frequency**|SIO Logic: 800 Hz1)<br>IOL: 750 Hz2)|
|**Response time**|SIO Logic: 600  µs1)<br>IOL: 650 µs2)|
|**Repeatability**|SIO Logic: 200 µs1)<br>IOL: 250 µs2)|
|**Switching signal**||
|Switching signal QL1|Switching output|
|Switching signalǬL1|Switching output|



1) Use of Smart Task functions without IO-Link communication (SIO mode). 

2) Use of Smart Task functions with IO-Link communication function. 

## Diagnosis 

## **Device temperature** 

|**Device temperature**||
|---|---|
|Measuring range|Very cold, cold, moderate, warm, hot|
|**Device status**|Yes|
|**Detailed device status**|Yes|
|**Operating hour counter**|Yes|
|**Operating hours counter with reset function**|Yes|
|**Quality of teach**|Yes|



## 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|
|**ECl@ss 10.0**|27270901|
|**ECl@ss 11.0**|27270901|
|**ECl@ss 12.0**|27270901|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002716|



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## **UNSPSC 16.0901** 

39121528 

## Connection type 

Male connector M8, 4-pin 

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## Connection diagram 

Cd-392 

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BN 1 BN 1<br>+ (L+) + (L+)<br>WH 2 not connected WH 2 MF<br>BU 3 BU 3<br>rn BK i] 4 – (M) rn BK | 4 – (M)<br>Test –(M) QL1/C<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


① Sender 

② Receiver 

## Truth table 

Push-pull: PNP/NPN – dark switching Ǭ 

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Pe Dark switching Q (normally open (upper switch), normally closed (lower switch))<br>Object not present   Output LOW Object present   Output HIGH<br>Light receive<br>Light receive indicator<br>Load resistance to L+  A<br>Load resistance to M A<br>@ 7G<br>+ (L+) + (L+)<br>Q Q<br>– (M) – (M)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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## Push-pull: PNP/NPN - light switching Q 

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Light switching Q (normally closed (upper switch), normally open (lower switch))<br>Object not present   Output HIGH Object present   Output LOW<br>Light receive<br>Light receive indicator<br>Load resistance to L+<br>Load resistance to M<br>+ (L+) + (L+)<br>Q Q<br>– (M) – (M)<br>Characteristic curve<br>Operating reserve<br>10,000<br>1,000<br>100<br>10<br>1<br>0 2 4 6 8 10<br>(6.56) (13.12) (19.69) (26.25) (32.81)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>Recommended sensing range for the best<br>performance<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Light spot size 

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Dimensions in mm (inch)<br>200<br>(7.87)<br>100<br>(3.94)<br>0<br>–100<br>(–3.94)<br>–200<br>(–7.87) 0 2 4 6 8 10<br>(6.56) (13.12) (19.69) (26.25) (32.81) 1 10<br>Distance in m (feet) (3.28) (32.81)<br>Recommended sensing range for the best<br>performance<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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## Sensing range diagram 

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0 7.5 10<br>0 2 4 6 8 10<br>(6.56) (13.12) (19.69) (26.25) (32.81)<br>Distance in m (feet)<br>D<br>C<br>A B<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


A = Sensing range min. in m 

B = Sensing range max. in m 

C = Maximum distance range from receiver to sender 

D = Recommended distance range from receiver to sender 

Recommended sensing range for the best performance 

## Adjustments 

Display and adjustment elements 

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

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16 (0.63) 12.1 (0.48)<br>4<br>--L.<br>1<br>2<br>3<br>9 (0.35) M8<br>(0.31)<br>(0.65) (1.58)<br>16.6  40.1<br>)<br>(0.43)<br>11  0.14(<br>3.5<br>(0.3)<br>7.6<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


- ① Center of optical axis 

- ② M3 mounting hole 

- ③ Connection 

- ④ Display and adjustment elements 

## Recommended accessories 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W4F 

||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates||||
||Mounting bracket for wall mounting, Stainless steel 1.4571, mounting hardware includ-<br>ed|BEF-W4-A|2051628|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
||Head A: male connector, M8, 4-pin, straight<br>Cable: unshielded|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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