# Photoelectric Sensor, 10 m, PNP, Through Beam, 4 Pin M8 Connector, 10 to 30 VDC, W8 Series
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**SKU**: WSE8-P2231
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €136.0500
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | W8 Series |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 10m |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
## Datasheet
📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4398998/)
WSE8-P2231 W8
**MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS**
**WSE8-P2231 | W8** MINIATURE PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS
## Ordering information
|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WSE8-P2231|6035583|
|**Included in delivery:**BEF-W100-A (2)||
|Other models and accessories
www.sick.com/W8||
Illustration may differ
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## Detailed technical data
## Features
|**Functional principle**|Through-beam photoelectric sensor|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|11 mm x 31 mm x 20 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Rectangular|
|**Sensing range max.**|0 m ... 10 m|
|**Sensing range**|0 m ... 8 m|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED1)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 30 mm (1 m)|
|**Wave length**|650 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer, 270°|
|**Special applications**|Detection of objects moving at high speeds|
- 1) Average service life: 100,000 h at TU = +25 °C.
## Mechanics/electronics
|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|± 10 %2)|
|**Current consumption**|30 mA3)|
- 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) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected.
- 8) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected.
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|**Switching output**|PNP|
|---|---|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Switching mode selector**|Selectable via light/dark rotary switch|
|**Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW**|Approx. VS– 1.8 V / 0 V|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA|
|**Response time**|≤ 0.25 ms4)|
|**Switching frequency**|2,000 Hz5)|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M8, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A6)
B7)
D8)|
|**Weight**|10 g|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Items supplied**|2 Stainless steel mounting brackets (1.4301/304) BEF-W100-A|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +55 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +70 °C|
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) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 8) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected.
## Safety-related parameters
|**MTTFD**|739.3 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|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|
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|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002716|
|---|---|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002716|
|**ETIM 8.0**
**UNSPSC 16.0901**|EC002716
39121528|
## Adjustments
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5
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L D
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- ④ Orange LED indicator : switching output active
- ⑤ Sensitivity control
- ⑥ Light/ dark rotary switch: L = light switching, D = dark switching
## Connection type
## Connection diagram
Cd-057
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BN 1 + (L+) BN 1 + (L+)
WH 2 WH 2
not connected not connected
BU I 3 BU I 3
- (M) - (M)
BK 4 BK 4
not connected Q
① Sender
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② Receiver
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## Characteristic curve
## Operating reserve
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Operating reserve
100
10
Sensing
1 range
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
(6.56) (13.12) (19.69) (26.25) (32.81) (39.37)
Distance in m (feet)
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## Sensing range diagram
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0 8 10
0 2 4 6 8 10
(78.74) (157.48) (236.22) (314.92) (393.70)
Distance in m (feet)
Sensing range Sensing range typ. max.
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## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch))
## WL8
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11
(0.43) 8.1 20 (0.79) 3
(0.32) (0.12)
4 5
1
2
1
3
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(0.74) 1.00( 1.22)(
31
19.3 (0.76) 18.8 25.4
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① Threaded mounting hole M3, max. tightening torque: 0.6 Nm
② Center of optical axis
③ Connection
- ④ Orange LED indicator : switching output active
- ⑤ LED indicator green: stability indicator
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## Recommended accessories
Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W8
Other models and accessories www.sick.com/W8 **Brief description Type Part no.** a ~~a~~ Plug connectors and cables Head A: female connector, M8, 4-pin, straight, A-coded YF8U142095889 Head B: Flying leads 050VA3XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m ~~fs »~~ Head A: male connector, M8, 4-pin, straight STE-0804-G 6037323 Cable: unshielded %. ~~|~~
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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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