# Photoelectric Sensor, 5m, PNP, Through Beam, 10 to 30VDC, 4 Pin M8 Connector, W4 Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WSE4SC-3P2230A70/photoelectric-sensor-5m-pnp-through-beam-10-to
**SKU**: WSE4SC-3P2230A70
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €148.9800
**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 | 4 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 5m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |

## Datasheet

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WSE4SC-3P2230A70 W4 

**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WSE4SC-3P2230A70 | W4** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS Ordering information **Type Part no.** WSE4SC-3P2230A70 1067768 The sensor is equipped with a special Smart Task function. Additional information can be found in the “Technical Data.” Use of the sensor for pure object detection is limited. Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W4 LL. ~~Po~~ Illustration may differ EC@LAB @ IO ~~-L~~ ink SIRIC”_ Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 5 m|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 4.5 m|
|**Emitted beam**<br>Light source<br>Type of light<br>Light spot size (distance)|PinPoint LED1)<br>Visible red light<br>Ø 50 mm (2 m)|
|**Key LED figures**<br>Wave length|650 nm|
|**Adjustment**|IO-Link|
|**Part number of individual components**|2073737 WS4S-3D2230 2073949 WE4SC-3P2230A70|
|**Pin 2 configuration**|External input, Teach-in input, Detection output, logic output, alarm output operating reserve|



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

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|693 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|



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## Communication interface 

|**IO-Link**|✔, COM2 (38,4 kBaud)|
|---|---|
|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<br>Bit 2 ... 15 = measuring value|
|VendorID|26|
|DeviceID HEX|0x8000E5|
|DeviceID DEC|8388837|



## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|20 mA, 20 mA3) 4)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Type|PNP5)|
|Switching mode|Light/dark switching|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA|
|Repeatability (response time)|150 µs6)|
|Switching frequency|1,000 Hz|
|**Circuit protection**|A7)<br>B8)<br>C9)<br>D10)|
|**Response time Q/ on Pin 2**|300 µs ... 450 µs11) 6)|
|**Switching frequency Q / to pin 2**|1,000 Hz12)|
|**Test input sender off**|TE to 0 V|



1) Limit values when operated in short-circuit protected network: max. 8 A. 

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

3) Sender. 

4) Receiver without load. 

- 5) Pin 4: This switching output must not be connected to another output. 

- 6) Valid for Q \ on Pin2, if configured with software. 

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

- 8) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 

9) C = interference suppression. 

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

- 11) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

- 12) With light / dark ratio 1:1, valid for Q \ on Pin2, if configured with software. 

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Design detail**|Slim|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|12.2 mm x 41.8 mm x 17.3 mm|



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|**Connection**||Male connector M8, 4-pin|
|---|---|---|
|**Material**|||
||Housing|Plastic, ABS|
||Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Weight**||40 g|
|Ambient data|||
|**Enclosure rating**||IP67|
|||IP66|
|**Ambient operating temperature**||–40 °C ... +60 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**||–40 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**||NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493|



## Ambient data 

## Smart Task 

|**Smart Task name**|Time measurement + debouncing|
|---|---|
|**Logic function**|Direct<br>WINDOW|
|**Timer function**|Deactivated<br>On delay<br>Off delay<br>ON and OFF delay<br>Impulse (one shot)|
|**Inverter**|Yes|
|**Response time**|1) 2)|
|**Repeatability**|1) 2)|
|**Time measurement accuracy**|SIO Direct: ---<br>SIO Logic: - 0,7 ... + 0,7 ms ± 0,5 % of time measurement value<br>IOL: - 0.9 ... + 0.9 ms ± 0.5% of the time measurement|
|**Time measurement accuracy (e.g. accuracy**<br>**for time measurement value = 1 s )**|SIO Direct: ---<br>SIO Logic: - 5,7 ... + 5,7 ms<br>IOL: - 5,9 ... + 5,9 ms|
|**Resolution time measuring value**|1 ms|
|**Min. Time between two process events**<br>**(switches)**|SIO Direct: ---<br>SIO Logic: 450 µs<br>IOL: 500 µs|
|**Debounce time max.**|SIO Direct: ---<br>SIO Logic: 30.000 ms<br>IOL: 30.000 ms|
|**Switching signal**<br>Switching signal QL1<br>Switching signal QL2|Output type (dependant on the adjusted threshold)<br>Output type (dependant on the adjusted threshold)|
|**Measuring value**|Time measurement value|



1) SIO Logic: Sensor operation in standard I/O mode without IO-Link communication. Sensor-internal logic or timing parameters plus Automation Functions used. 

2) IOL: Sensor operation with full IO-Link communication and usage of logic, timing and Automation Function parameters. 

## Diagnosis 

|**Device status**|Yes|
|---|---|
|**Function reserve**|Yes|



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



## Connection diagram 

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① Receiver 

② Sender 

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## Characteristic curve 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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## Recommended accessories 

||**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||||
||• **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|



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Recommended services 

**Brief description Type Part no.** • **Connection type head A:** Male connector, M8, 4-pin, straight STE-0804-G 6037323 • **Description:** Unshielded • **Connection systems:** Screw-type terminals • **Permitted cross-section:** 0.14 mm² ... 0.5 mm² ~~a~~ 

- Additional services www.sick.com/W4 **Type Part no.** 

- ~~eS~~ Function Block Factory • **Description:** The Function Block Factory supports common programmable logic controllers Function Block Factory On request (PLCs) from various manufacturers, such as Siemens, Beckhoff, Rockwell Automation and B&R. More information on the FBF can be found <a href=https://fbf.cloud.sick.com target="_blank"> here</a>. 

- • **Note:** You can configure your function block at <a href=https://fbf.cloud.sick.com target="_blank"> Function Block Factory.</a> As a login please use your SICK ID. ~~i~~ 

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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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