# Small Photoelectric Sensor, 100mA, NPN / PNP, 200mm, 10 to 30 VDC, W12-2 Laser Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/WT12L-2B540A01/small-photoelectric-sensor-100ma-npn-pnp-200mm-10
**SKU**: WT12L-2B540A01
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €508.7600
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Ip Rating | IP67, IP69K |
| Output Type | NPN / PNP |
| Sensor Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Light Source | 650nm Red Laser |
| Product Range | W12 Series |
| Qualification | - |
| Sensing Method | Background Suppression, Proximity |
| Connection Method | 5 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 200mm |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | 200mm |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
| Operating Temperature Max | 50°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -10°C |

## Datasheet

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WT12L-2B540A01 W12-2 Laser 

**SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS** 

**WT12L-2B540A01 | W12-2 Laser** SMALL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WT12L-2B540A01|1018474|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/W12-2_Laser||



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric proximity sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Background suppression|
|**Sensing range max.**|30 mm ... 200 mm1)|
|**Emitted beam**<br>Light source<br>Type of light<br>Light spot size (distance)|Laser2)<br>Visible red light<br>Ø 0.2 mm (80 mm)|
|**Key laser figures**<br>Normative reference<br>Laser class|EN 60825-1:2014, IEC 60825-1:2007<br>23)|
|**Key LED figures**<br>Wave length|650 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer|
|**Special features**|American version|
|**Special applications**|Detecting small objects, Detection of objects moving at high speeds|



- 1) Object with 90% remission (based on standard white, DIN 5033). 

- 2) Average service life: 50,000 h at TU = +25 °C. 

3) Pulse length 4 µs, max. pulse power < 5,0 mW. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|292 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|**TM (mission time)**|10 years|



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## Electrical data 

|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|< 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|55 mA3)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Digital output**||
|Type|PNPNPN4) 5)|
|Switching mode|Light switching, Dark switching4) 5)|
|Switching mode selector|Selectable via L/D control cable|
|Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW|Uv - < 2 V, Uv / 0 V, <= 1.5 V|
|Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW|Uv - < 2 V, Uv / 0 V, <= 1.5 V|
|Output current Imax.|≤ 100 mA|
|Response time|≤ 200 µs6)|
|Switching frequency|2,500 Hz7)|
|**Circuit protection**|A8)<br>C9)<br>D10)|



- 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) 0 V or not connected, light switching. 

5) Uv, dark switching. 

- 6) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

7) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

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

- 9) C = interference suppression. 

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

## Mechanical data 

|**Housing**|Rectangular|
|---|---|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|15 mm x 49 mm x 41.5 mm|
|**Connection**|Male connector M12, 5-pin|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Metal|
|Front screen|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Weight**|130 g|



## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP67<br>IP69K|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–10 °C ... +50 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–25 °C ... +75 °C|
|**UL File No.**|American Version, 242362, 242361 (0312012-00)|
|Classifications||
|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270904|



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|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270904|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270904|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270903|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002719|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|



Adjustments 

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⑦ Adjustment of sensing range 

Connection type 

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## Connection diagram 

## Cd-145 

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## Characteristic curve 

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- ① Sensing range on black, 6% remission factor 

- ② Sensing range on gray, 18% remission factor 

- ③ Sensing range on white, 90% remission factor 

- ④ Sensing range on black, 6 % remission, fix 

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## Light spot size 

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## Sensing range diagram 

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- ① Sensing range on black, 6% remission factor 

- ② Sensing range on gray, 18% remission factor 

- ③ Sensing range on white, 90% remission factor 

④ Sensing range on black, 6 % remission, fix 

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

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- ① Operating indicator, green 

- ② LED reception indicator, yellow 

- ③ Optical axis, receiver 

- ④ Optical axis, sender 

- ⑤ M4 threaded mounting hole – 4 mm depth 

- ⑥ Mounting hole, Ø 4.2 mm 

- ⑦ Adjustment of sensing range 

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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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