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Fiber Optic Amplifier Base Unit | LED Light Source | IP50 Protection | by SICK
The Fiber Optic Amplifier Base Unit is designed for industrial automation, featuring a visible red LED light source at 650 nm and a robust IP50-rated housing. With a long LED service life of 100,000 hours and a wide operating temperature range from -25 °C to +55 °C, this amplifier is perfect for machine safety and monitoring applications, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments.
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Technical Specifications
- Device type: Fiber-optic amplifier base unit
- Light source: LED, visible red light at 650 nm wavelength
- Average LED service life: 100,000 hours at 25 °C
- Supply voltage: 12 V DC to 24 V DC with ≤ 10% ripple
- Current consumption: ≤ 50 mA
- Digital output: 1 PNP output with light/dark switching, manually selectable
- Switching frequency: up to 31.2 kHz
- Response time: ≤ 16 µs
- Protection class: III
- Housing material: Plastic ABS/PC
- Connection: M8, 3-pin connector
- Enclosure rating: IP50
- Operating temperature: -25 °C to +55 °C
- Storage temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C
- Shock resistance: 50 g, 11 ms
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 55 Hz, amplitude 1 mm
- EMC standard: EN 60947-5-2
- RoHS certified
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 35mm x 72mm x 11mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Fiber-optic amplifier base unit with configurable sensor parameters
- Visible red LED light source with 650 nm wavelength
- LED risk group marking: Free group for safe operation
- Digital PNP output with light/dark switching and programmable delay time
- Robust plastic ABS/PC housing with IP50 protection rating
- High shock resistance (50 g) and vibration resistance (10 Hz to 55 Hz)
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from -25 °C to +55 °C
- Status display with yellow LED indicating digital output state
- Includes BEF-WLL180 mounting bracket
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician or technician familiar with fiber-optic sensor systems to ensure proper configuration and safety compliance.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Machine safety and monitoring
- Factory and process control systems
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Long LED service life of 100,000 hours reduces waste and replacement frequency
- Low power consumption with supply voltage of 12 V DC to 24 V DC
- RoHS compliant, ensuring reduced hazardous substances
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK WLL180T-M333 Fiber-optic Amplifier Base Unit is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety monitoring applications.
